Sony SAT-HD300 Directv HD Receiver, Batteries, Component Out Jacks and Cables, VCR Controller

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

3-1. Unpacking

DIRECTV® HD Receiver

The DIRECTV HD Receiver is capable of receiving signals from the satellite dish, cable, and/or over-the-air antenna and sending the decoder signals to your TV.

Remote Control

In addition to the DIRECTV HD Receiver, the remote control can be programmed to control many other devices.

Batteries

To install the batteries, slide open the battery compartment and insert the two AA batteries provided.

Component Out Jacks and Cables

Component Cables are used to connect the DIRECTV HD Receiver to an industry standard Y/Pb/Pr compat- ible Monitor.

DVI-HDTV port and Cable

DVI cable is used to connect the DIRECTV HD Receiver to a DVI-HDTV compatible HD monitor.

S-Video Jack and Cable

An S-Video jack is provided on the DIRECTV HD Remember to connect the left and right audio cables. the sound.

Receiver and is used together with audio cables. An S-Video jack carries only the picture signals, not

Audio/Video Jacks and Cables

The Audio/Video jacks provide good picture and sound quality. They are used for making most Audio/Video connections between components. The Audio/Video jacks may be color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio, and white for left audio). If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white L/mono) audio jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver.

RF (Radio Frequency) Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type)

RF jacks are necessary for reception of over-the-air broadcasts, cable, and DIRECTV signals. These jacks are also required for antenna or cable connections. The RF and coaxial jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver are labeled Antenna, Cable, Satellite and OUT TO TV. An RG-6 type coaxial cable is required for satellite signal distribution.

Telephone Jack and Cord

A telephone line cord is required to connect the DIRECTV HD Receiver to a phone line. If you choose to sub- scribe to DIRECTV® programming, this phone line is required to be connected.

Access Card

The Access Card is the means by which DIRECTV controls the distribution of its service. The card must be inserted into the access card slot (on the front of the DIRECTV HD Receiver) at all times to ensure recep- tion of satellite signals.

Remote Control RF Antenna

The Remote Control RF Antenna can be used with the supplied remote control.

VCR Controller

19The VCR Controller allows the Record function to automatically operate your VCR.