Connecting the VCR Mouse

SAT-A2 receiver is pictured, but

connections are identical for SAT-B2.

The VCR Mouse works with the DSS receiver’s Timer function to automatically start and stop the recording function of your VCR.

1 Connect the VCR Mouse to the DSS receiver’s VCR MOUSE/ CONTROL S OUT jack. Then place the VCR Mouse on top of and slightly overhanging the front of the VCR. For best results, place the VCR Mouse directly above the VCR’s IR receiving area.

2 Find the three-digit code number for your VCR in the table below. If more than one code number is listed, use the number listed first to complete step 3.

Manufacturer

Code

Manufacturer

Code

Manufacturer

Code

Sony*

301, 302, 303

Hitachi

304, 305

Samsung

313, 321, 322

Bell & Howell

343

JVC

314

Scott

312

Daewoo

341

Magnavox

308, 309, 310

Sharp

327, 328

Emerson

316, 317, 318, 319, 320

Mitsubishi

323, 324, 325, 326

Shintom

315

Fisher

330, 333, 334, 335

NEC

336, 337

Symphonic

338

General Electric

304, 329

Panasonic

306, 307

Teknica

338, 342

Go-Video

339, 340

Philips

310

Toshiba

311

Goldstar

332

RCA

305

Zenith

331

*Code 301 is the default code for Sony VHS VCRs; for Sony 8mm VCRs, use code 302; for Sony Beta, ED VCRs, use code 303.

If the VCR Mouse doesn’t seem to be working correctly, first check that the VCR Mouse is positioned directly above the VCR’s IR receiving area. If it’s still not working, try this procedure again using the other codes listed for your VCR. For more troubleshooting information, see page 90.

3 Using the buttons on the VCR Mouse: 1) Press the SET button,

2)Enter the three-digit code number, 3) Press the ENTER button.

4 To check that the code is correct, press the 1 button on the VCR Mouse. If the VCR turns on and off each time you press 1, the code number is correct.

To use the VCR Mouse:

1)Set the DSS Timer (page 38), 2) Turn on the VCR and set the VCR’s line input to the DSS receiver, 3) Insert a tape, 4) Turn off the VCR.

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