Sony SAT-A55 Telephone Line Interruption, Local Programming, For Programming, StarSight Licensed

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of significant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Note to the CATV Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Note to the Satellite Dish Antenna Installer

This reminder is provided to call the Satellite Dish Antenna installer’s attention to Article 810 and in particular Article 810-15 of the NEC, which covers proper installation and grounding of television receiving equipment, as well as to Article 820-40 of the NEC, which specifies that the Satellite Dish Antenna cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Attention

Telephone Line Interruption

Periodically, information on your DIRECT TICKET® and Pay Per View selections is sent, free of charge, via your telephone line to an 800 number. If you use your telephone during the time the information is being forwarded, you will hear static noise for approximately 30 seconds. If you would like to use your telephone while the information is being sent, you can interrupt the sending of this information at any time by temporarily unplugging the phone line to the receiver.

Local Programming

With this Digital Satellite Receiver and a DIRECTV Plus satellite dish antenna, you may be able to receive local channels from DIRECTV in certain areas. Additional equipment may be required in some areas. Check with your retailer or visit www.directv.com for information on availability of local channels from DIRECTV in your area.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

The Digital Satellite Receiver is intended for use only within the United States.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the Digital Satellite Receiver. The number for the Access Card is on the back of the card and on the carton label. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you need to call your sales or service representative regarding this product.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Access Card Number:

Customer Support

For Programming

For subscription information, or to resolve problems related to programming, call:

DIRECTV at 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288)

For Hardware and Installation

To arrange for the installation of your Digital Satellite Receiver, call the dealer from whom you purchased your system.

For general information, or to resolve problems related to the operation of your Digital Satellite Receiver or Satellite Dish Antenna, please contact your Sony dealer. If your dealer or installer is unable to answer your questions, call the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-838-7669.

Trademark and Copyrights

Sony, Media Window, Signal Seeker, Remote Commander and SmartFile are trademarks of Sony. DIRECTV is a trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics, and is used with permission.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. © 1992–1997 Dolby Laboratories Inc. All rights reserved.

Macrovision Information

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology is granted by Macrovision for home and other limited pay per view uses only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Note on Recording Programming

Programming may be taped for home viewing only. All other taping is expressly prohibited. Some programming may not be taped. An additional taping fee may be applied. Call your program providers for details.

StarSight Licensed

The manufacture and sale of the television schedule feature of this product was licensed under one or more of the following patents of StarSight Telecast, Inc.: U.S. Patent Nos. 4,706,121; 4,977,455; 5,151,789; and 5,353,121; with use rights reserved.

About These Operating Instructions

These Operating Instructions describe how to use the SAT-A55 and its remote control. Any differences in operation for the SAT-B55 are noted in the text.

The z icon indicates hints and tips for making the task easier. A Note provides information that may be necessary to complete the task.

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Contents Directv Digital Satellite Receiver Local Programming For Hardware and InstallationTelephone Line Interruption For ProgrammingSetting Locks & Limits Setting Up Your DigitalSatellite Receiver Using the Favorite Stations GuideEasy to Customize Convenience and Ease-of-UseExcellent Performance Table of Contents Carton Contents Connecting the AC Power Cord Inserting the Access Card Connecting the Satellite Dish Antenna Telephone LineConnecting the VCR Controller Connection OverviewRG-6 Coaxial Cable from Connecting the Satellite Dish Antenna and Telephone LineDigital Satellite Receiver Satellite Dish AntennaConnecting Your TV Connecting Your Digital Satellite ReceiverIf your TV and VCR have A/V jacks Adding a VCR and Audio System1b If you have a stereo or Dolby Pro Logic audio system 2c If your TV and VCR do not have A/V jacksFront of the VCR Connecting the VCR ControllerConnecting a Sony SmartFile VCR IR Sensor VCR front viewConnecting the RF Antenna SAT-A55 only If you want to use the RF FeatureAC Power Cord To power outlet Connecting the AC Power CordInserting the Access Card Access CardUsing Your Remote Control RM-Y802 Remote Control SAT-A55 modelWj Power button Qa Power buttonsWs VTR3/2/DVD/AMP switch Qs Function buttonsRM-Y139 Remote Control SAT-B55 model Qg Guide button Qd VCR Control buttonsQf 0-9 and Enter buttons Qj Arrow and buttonsSelecting Items RM-Y802 Remote Control SAT-A55 modelRM-Y139 Remote Control SAT-B55 model Turning On the Power To make sure you are viewing satellite picturesPress the CH +/- buttons Changing ChannelsPress the SAT Function button Access Using the Main MenuHighlight and select the feature you want to Closing the Main MenuSystem Setting Up Your Digital Satellite Receiver SystemUsing the System Menu System pop-up appearsAntenna display appears Setting Up the Satellite Dish AntennaHighlight and select Antenna Highlight and select Antenna Type from the Antenna Display Signal Seeker pop-up closes to show the Antenna DisplaySelecting an Antenna Type Highlight and select On if you selected RoundEnter your Zip Code, then select OK Entering Your Antenna LocationSelect Zip Code Antenna Location pop-up appearsSetting Up the VCR Control Feature VCR Control display appearsSelect a VCR manufacturer code from the list Setting the VCR Manufacturer CodeHighlight and select the manufacturer of your VCR Select Yes to perform a VCR testTitle appears at the beginning of any Timer & Rec event Setting Up Auto Title InsertWhen the scheduled event begins Select On or OffSelect Return Performing a System TestHighlight and select System Test System Test display appearsAspect Ratio display appears Setting the Aspect RatioHighlight and select the aspect ratio of your TV Highlight moves to ReturnDisplay shows instructions on how to proceed Replacing Your Access CardComplete the replacement process System pop-upRemote Signal Remote Control display appearsRemote Signal pop-up appears RF Security ControlHighlight and select RF Setting the Security CodeSelect Remote Control from the System pop-up see Highlight and select ReturnSelect a different security code Press the Code SET button on the remote controlSelect Yes Select OK to save your changesGuides Using the Guides MenuViewing Station and Program Information Guides Highlight and select the guide you want to useHighlight and select a program Using the Alpha ListHighlight and select a category Alpha List guide appearsHighlight the program you want Using the Program GuidePress the Guide button Select the program you wantHighlight and select the category you want Using the Category GuidePress the Category button Highlight and select the program you wantHighlight the station you want Using the Station IndexPress the Index button Select the station you wantHighlight and select the Favorite Title you want Using the Favorite Stations GuidePress the Favorite button Highlight and select the station you wantCustomizing the Favorite Stations Guide Highlight and select the Favorite Title you want to edit When your title is complete, highlight and select OKEditing the Title of a Favorite Title Select Edit Title from the pop-up menuSelect the time range you want Using Other GuidesSelect the Guide Type you want If the category you select has subcategories, the available Select the category you wantSelect the subcategory you want Subcategories appearViewing Pay Per View Programs Highlight and select the item you want to adjust Adjusting the Displays PreferencesUsing the Preferences Menu PreferencesColors Setting Display OptionsDisplay Options display appears Station orderHighlight and select the color scheme you like Changing the Color SchemeDisplay see Colors pop-up appearsHighlight and select the order you like Changing the Surf SettingChanging the Station Order Highlight and select On or OffSetting Up Custom Stations Custom Stations display appearsRemove the X mark Selecting Data ServicesHighlight and select a station icon to add or Custom Stations display closes to show the Main MenuHighlight and select the message you want to Viewing Messages MessagesMessages ReadLocks & Limits Setting Locks and Limits Locks & LimitsUsing the Locks & Limits Display Locks & Limits display appearsHighlight and select OK Changing the Spending LimitPress the 0-9 buttons to enter the dollar value Spending Limit pop-up appearsPay Per View Access pop-up appears Changing the Pay Per View Access SettingSelect Yes to block access to pay per view programs Changing the Rating LimitStations Blocked display appears Changing the Stations Blocked SettingsHighlight and select a station icon to block that station Block AllLocking Your Receiver Enter your passcode againButton Unlocking Your ReceiverHighlight and select Edit Highlight and select UnlockPurchases Checking Pay Per View PurchasesChecking Your Purchases Highlight and select the purchase number youScheduling Programs Timer & REC Using One Button Timer & RecTimer & Rec display appears Using the Timer & Rec FeatureTimer & REC NumberMove the joystick in the direction indicated in these steps Follow the steps below to set the timerREC display Press V/v to select from FollowingHighlight and select the number of the event you Editing Timer EventsYou can easily edit or delete timer events Want to editHighlight and select the setting you want to Setting Audio Options AudioUsing the Audio Display AudioSetting Up the Remote Control VCR Codes Manufacturer CodesTV Codes SonyCable Box Codes RM-Y802 Only DVD Codes RM-Y802 OnlyAMP Amplifier Codes RM-Y802 Only Location and Function of Controls Front PanelSAT-A55 Back Panel SAT-B55 Back Panel VCR Control jackSpecifications Poor picture quality or no picture when it rains or snows TroubleshootingProblem What you can do Poor picture quality or no picture You cannot access a programProgram highlighted in the Program Guide does not appear Problem What you can doYou cannot cancel a pay per view order You cannot see any Favorite StationsAudio noise Access Card problemsRemote control does not work Frozen picture or displayPage Radio Interference Information Service RequirementsFCC Regulations and Information Declaration of ConformitySony Limited WarrantyDigital Satellite Receivers About Sony Customer SupportIndex
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