System Upgrade | Sony SAT-HD300 specification

8-20. Getting the System Information

System Upgrade

When in Satellite mode, shows you the current software version. If there is a software upgrade planned, you will be notified by a pop-up box on your TV screen and the pop-up box will ask you if you want to upgrade your system.

To upgrade the software in the DIRECTV® HD Receiver:

1.Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu.

2.Scroll down using “E” on the remote control.

3.Select the System menu by pressing “ ”.

4.System Info will be automatically highlighted.

5.Move the highlight to the right with “G” to display the information option box.

6.Scroll down to System Upgrade using “E”.

7.Press “ ”, then you can see the current software version on the right side of the menu. The next version will be seen if DIRECTV plans to upgrade the software.

8.Press the EXIT button on the remote control to return to TV viewing.

The DIRECTV HD Receiver is able to receive upgrades or modifications to some of its features and functions via satellite service. These modifications will automatically be made, usually at times when the receiver would likely be turned off. If your receiver is on when an upgrade or modification is sent, you may experience a disruption in reception for a minute or two. Your reception should return to normal after the modification is complete. Your receiver must be plugged in and connected to satellite service to receive any upgrades. Please consult the Upgrade Menu to find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by DIRECTV.

(Note: Do not unplug your receiver while an upgrade is in progress. )

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Sony SAT-HD300 operating instructions System Upgrade, To upgrade the software in the Directv HD Receiver

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Directv High-Definition Receiver/ Hdtv Receiver Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Regulatory Information FCC Part Important Safety Instructions Sony Software License Agreement Important Information Table of Contents 89-91 Customization New World of Digital Entertainment Introduction Main Features Important Overview Sending Signals Signal Format Analog Digital TV Signal Formats Display Formats Type switch setting and DVI-HDTV connection status Squeezed Normal and Wide Format SignalsLetter box Cropped Zoom NormalWide Panorama Digital Audio Signals Audio Signals Audio Analog Audio Signals Advanced Program Guide On-Screen DisplayMain Menu Setup and Connections Unpacking Remote ControlBatteries Access Card Component Out Jacks and Cables Remote Control RF AntennaDirectv HD Receiver Batteries Back Panel of the Directv HD Receiver VCR Control Audio Out 1,2Digital Audio Out Data Port Ing by keeping the ventilation holes General RecommendationsConnection Component Connections Receiving Signals Connecting to Antennas Non-Satellite Sources Dish Jack Connecting to Antennas Round Dish Satellite a Dish 5x4 Multi-switch Output Connecting to Antennas Oval Dish Satellite A, B Connecting to Antennas Oval Dish Satellite A, B, C TV Viewing TV Connection Analog TV TV Connection HD Monitor Y/Pb/Pr type TV Connection HD Monitor RGB type TV Connection HD Monitor DVI-HDTV type 5x4 Multi-switch Output VCR Recording VCR ConnectionRefer to -5, ‘TV Connection’ VCR Connection VCR Controller Dolby Digital Connection Audio Connection Digital Audio System Hi-Fi System Connection Audio connection Analog Hi-Fi System RF Antenna connection Remote Control RF Antenna Connection Using the Front Panel of the Directv HD Receiver Front Panel and Remote Control Using the Remote Control CH channel +/- buttons VOL volume +/- buttonsWide Mode button Menu button 30 AV1/AV2/DVD/AMP switch Signal buttonPower button AMP VOL amplifier volume +/- buttons Press the Code SET button Programming the Remote ControlTest the remote control You can find these codes on section VCR Codes Remote Control Codes for Other ComponentsTV Codes AMP Amplfier Codes DVD Codes Initial Setup Viewing the Channel Banner Basic Operation Message Icon Input Source Icon DirectvLock Icon Alternate Audio English Accessing Favorite Channels Freeze Screen Multi-Freeze mode is only available for Digital channelsPage To exit the Advanced Program Guide Advanced Program GuideAbout the Advanced Program Guide To bring up the Advanced Program Guide ALL Layout of the Advanced Program Guide Screen Category Guide screen also provides two search menus Date Scrolling Moving through the Advanced Program GuideLine Scrolling Scrolling Picture In Guide view Direct Jumping Future Program / non Pay Per View Selecting a ProgramCurrent Program / non Pay Per View Current Program / Directv Pay Per View To display program details Getting More Program Information Getting More Program Information To schedule a future viewing Setting a Timer/Record Event for Future Viewing To purchase Pay Per View PPV programs Purchasing Directv Pay Per View Programs To search programs by Category Searching for Programs by Category To search programs by MY Category To search programs by keyword Searching for Programs by Keyword To go to the next level Accessing the On-screen MenuCustomization To bring up and exit the Menu Structure of the On-Screen Menu To review programs in the Purchase List Managing Program PurchasesPurchase List To check the Messages Checking the Messages To add a program to the Timer/Record List Setting a Timer/Record Event To modify or delete a program in the Timer/Record List Modifying a Timer/Record Event Initializing the System About Initial SetupDish Setup To enter your location To Select your dish type in Manual SelectionDish Positioning SAT B and/or SAT C do not display a Signal StrengthTo see the signal strength Dish Setup again To Add Local Network Add Local Network Create Channel list To see the dish setup status Dish Setup Status Dish Positioning Signal Strength To scan the channels with the antenna Managing ChannelsAuto Program Channel Search To add the channels missed in your channel list Manual Ch. Add To create a custom list Favorite/Ch. Edit Customization To set auto clock Setting the ClockClock Auto To set manual clock Clock Manual Loop Through Setting Default Signal OutTo set Out to TV settings of the Directv HD Receiver Output Channel To see Hook-up Help Hook-up Help Digital Output Setting the AudioTo set the digital audio mode Dolby Digital Audio PCM Digital To Set the Analog Audio Mode Audio Mode To set the digital audio language Audio Language To set the Dolby Digital Choosing the screen format of your TV Refer to -4 Normal and Wide Format SignalsChoosing the Aspect Ratio Letter Box Program Format Output Format Available Aspect Ratio StandardExpand Shrink Trol Setting Digital CaptionServices To set Digital Caption To set DTV Caption Style Setting Digital Caption Style Caption1 CC1 Setting Closed Caption Advanced Advanced SetupTo set advanced Setup Menu To run Auto Demo Running Auto Demo To activate or deactivate the Lock System Setting LocksLock System To block channels Block Channel MOVIE/MPAA rating Movie RatingTo block movie programs TV Rating Children Programs TV Rating for Children’s ProgramsTo block TV programs TV-MAMature Audience Only TV Rating for General Programs To set the spending limit of each PPV program Spending Limit To view General information in the HD receiver Getting the System InformationGeneral Info Shows you general information of your Directv HD Receiver To view Feature list in the HD receiver Feature List To view Tuner list in the your HD receiver Tuner List To upgrade the software in the Directv HD Receiver System Upgrade To test basic items in Directv HD Receiver Testing the SystemBasic Test To test the Outdoor Unit Satellite Dish Antenna Outdoor Unit Test To test the Transponder Transponder Test To replace the card Replace Card To set up the VCR Control VCR Control Setup To choose the Remote Control type Remote Control Setup Help Help See the Help feature Inputs/Outputs Product Specifications Troubleshooting Screen Nels Lite services. see sectionDon’t receive See section Arrange for the password to be re-set Be adjusted temporarilyMake sure the batteries are fresh and installed properly Point the remote control unit at the remote control sensor Additional problems Press the Reset button see section Using my custom stylesCaption settings for Analog and Digital modes Digital mode see section Limited Warranty Software License Agreement Index Contact Directv with questions about