Sony SAT-A55 manual Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Connecting Your
Digital Satellite Receiver
Carton Contents	6
Connection Overview	7
Step 1: Inserting the Batteries	7
Step 2: Connecting the Satellite Dish Antenna
and Telephone Line	8
Step 3: Connecting Your TV	9
Step 4: Adding a VCR and Audio System	10
Step 5: Connecting the VCR Controller	11
Connecting a Sony SmartFile™ VCR	11
Step 6: Connecting the RF Antenna
(SAT-A55 only)	12
Step 7: Connecting the AC Power Cord	13
Step 8: Inserting the Access Card	13
Viewing Pictures From Your
Digital Satellite Receiver
Using Your Remote Control	14
RM-Y802 Remote Control (SAT-A55 model)	14
RM-Y139 Remote Control (SAT-B55 model)	16
Selecting Items	18
Turning On the Power	19
Changing Channels	20
Using the On-Screen Displays
Using the Main Menu	21
Setting Up Your Digital Satellite Receiver
(SYSTEM)	22
Using the System Menu	22
Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna	23
Setting Up the VCR Control Feature	26
Performing a System Test	29
Setting the Aspect Ratio	30
Replacing Your Access Card	31
Selecting RF or IR Remote Control Reception
(SAT-A55 only)	32
Using the Guides Menu	35
Viewing Station and Program Information
(GUIDES)	35
Using the Alpha List	36
Using the Program Guide	37
Using the Category Guide	38
Using the Station Index	39
Using the Favorite Stations Guide	40
Using Other Guides	43
Viewing Pay Per View Programs	45

Adjusting the Displays
(PREFERENCES)	46
Using the Preferences Menu	46
Setting Display Options	47
Setting Up Custom Stations	50
Selecting Data Services	51
Viewing Messages
(MESSAGES)	52
Setting Locks and Limits
(LOCKS & LIMITS)	53
Using the Locks & Limits Display	53
Locking Your Receiver	57
Unlocking Your Receiver	58
Checking Pay Per View Purchases
(PURCHASES)	59
Checking Your Purchases	59
Scheduling Programs
(TIMER & REC)	60
Using One Button Timer & Rec	60
Using the Timer & Rec Feature	61
Editing Timer Events	63
Setting Audio Options
(AUDIO)	64
Using the Audio Display	64
Other Information
Setting Up the Remote Control	65
Manufacturer Codes	66
Location and Function of Controls	68
Front Panel	68
SAT-A55 Back Panel	69
SAT-B55 Back Panel	70
Specifications	71
Troubleshooting	72
FCC Regulations and Information	76
Limited Warranty	77
Index	78

Connecting Your Digital Satellite Receiver

Viewing Pictures From Your Digital Satellite Receiver

Using the On-Screen Displays

Other Information

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