Page 1 DIRECTV ® HDTV Receiver © 2004 Sony Electronics. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. High-Definition Receiver/ 4-097-333-22 Operating Instructions Operating Instructions SAT-HD300...
Page 2: Safety Warning
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFI- CIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
Page 3 REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 68 Sony must make any necessary repairs to the modem portion of this equipment in order to maintain valid FCC registration. Do not attempt to repair or service the modem. This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the Telephone Company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs.
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard.
Page 5: Important Information
Sony, Hi-Scan and the Sony logo are registered trademarks of Sony. Sony Software License Agreement ATTENTION:USE OF THE SOFTWARE IS SUBJECT TO THE SONY SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS SET FORTH ON PAGE 121. USING THE SOFTWARE OR THE PRODUCT IN WHICH IT IS INCOR- PORATED INDICATES USER’S ACCEPTANCE OF THESE LICENSE TERMS.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Important Overview 3. Setup and Connections 4. Front Panel and 5. Initial Setup ............43 6.
Page 7 7. Advanced Program Guide™ 7-1. About the Advanced Program Guide 7-2. Layout of the Advanced Program Guide 7-3. Moving through the Advanced Program Guide 7-4. Selecting a Program ......54 7-5.
Page 8: A New World Of Digital Entertainment
1. INTRODUCTION 1-1. A New World of Digital Entertainment Welcome to the SAT-HD300 DIRECTV ® HD Receiver, an advanced digital satellite receiver that show- cases a new generation of digital entertainment. The DIRECTV HD Receiver delivers a variety of programs from DIRECTV and has a built-in HD Receiver that serves as a digital receiver that makes it possible to view digital programs even on your analog TV.
Page 9: Main Features
1-2. Main Features Ultimate Entertainment A Wide Variety of Programs Hundreds of channels are available by subscription from DIRECTV. DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide Instant access to up to seven days of program listings. Ability to jump a day or 6 hours at a time. Ability to search and tune by program title, keyword and category.
Page 10: Sending Signals
2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-1. Sending Signals Sat A 101 DIRECTV Digital broadcasting is a new way of sending programs over the airwaves with superior qual- ity video and audio. The DIRECTV broadcasting. To fully enjoy it, it is helpful understand the ways the program signals are sent. There are two types of TV signal formats;...
Page 11: Tv Signal Formats
2-2. TV Signal Formats Standard Comparison Table Signal Format Active Lines Sound Aspect Ratio Resolution The digital TV standards allow several different formats. Broadcasters can choose between three formats: • 480p - The picture is 704 x 480 pixels, sent at 60 complete frames per second (480i is also possible).
Page 12: Display Formats
2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-3. Display Formats The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver provides several display formats. The FORMAT button in the front panel changes the display format in the cycle of 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i, native, variable 1, variable 2, variable 3 and Auto DVI** modes. In 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i modes, all input signal formats are converted to the chosen display format.
Page 13: Normal And Wide Format Signals
2-4. Normal and Wide Format Signals When you view a high-definition picture with 480i or 480p format setting, the WIDE MODE but- ton on the remote control changes the wide mode in the cycle of Letterbox, Cropped, to Squeezed. When you view a standard definition picture with 720p or 1080i format setting, the WIDE MODE button on the remote control changes the wide mode in the cycle of Normal, Wide, Panorama, Zoom, to Cine-Zoom.
Page 14: Normal And Wide Format Signals
2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-4. Normal and Wide Format Signals WHEN YOU SET THE FORMAT TO HDTV (1080i/720p) Program Format High-Definition antenna Adjustment Required Standard Definition *Note. The HDTV formats should always be broadcast in the 16:9 aspect ratio. However, you may choose one of three temporary options to select for your preference.
Page 15: Audio Signals
2-5. Audio Signals Digital Audio Signals center channel speaker left speaker sub-woofer surround sound speaker The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver will be the focal center of your home entertainment system comprising a variety of components, such as TV, DVD, VCR, etc. and external audio systems. Since digital programs being broadcast contain digital-quality audio, you can create a home theater by sending audio signals from the DIRECTV HD Receiver to your audio system externally.
Page 16 2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-5. Audio Signals Analog Audio Signals Analog stereo amplifier AUDIO IN The analog audio outputs may be used to drive an external Hi-Fi audio system instead of the TV speakers. These stereo outputs are activated by setting the Analog Mode in the Audio menu to Stereo.
Page 17: On-Screen Display
2-6. On-Screen Display Main Menu You can adjust the setup through a user-friendly on-screen menu using the remote control. While viewing a program, the on-screen menu will appear on your TV screen if you press the MENU button on your remote control. The on-screen menu is operated using a simple, straight-forward ‘Highlight and Select’...
Page 18 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2-6. On-Screen Display Help First, certain features and terminologies used in the on-screen menus require your basic understanding to fully utilize their capabilities. The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver provides a power- ful feature called “Help” that describes highlighted menu item to help you understand the fea- tures.
Page 19: Unpacking
3-1. Unpacking Make sure you have received all these items listed below with the DIRECTV Remote Control POWER MUTING SLEEP FUNCTION TV/VIDEO PIC MODE ENTER FLIP OPEN FAVORITE FREEZE PREV CH SIGNAL WIDE HELP CODE SET MODE RM-Y822 Cables S VIDEO Jack Audio/Video Jacks OUT TO TV Phone Jacks...
Page 20: Setup And Connections 3-1. Unpacking
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.
Page 21: Back Panel Of The Directv
3-2. Back Panel of the DIRECTV COMPONENT OUT VIDEO OUT (1080i i /720p/480p/480i i ) ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN TYPE OUT TO TV OPTICAL AUDIO OUT Ant In Is used to connect an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna. Cable In Is used to connect a coaxial cable coming from your cable TV service outlet or cable box.
Page 22 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-2. Back Panel of the DIRECTV ® HD Receiver Audio Out 1,2 Is used to provide analog audio signals to VCR, TV set, HD Monitor, or Hi-Fi System. Digital Audio Out Is used to connect a digital optical cable from the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the Dolby Digital ®...
Page 23: General Recommendations
3-3. General Recommendations CAUTION: Make all connections before plugging the power supply cord into a standard 120V, 60Hz AC power outlet. You can connect the DIRECTV ® ing questions will determine the correct setup for you. - What type of antennas do you have? Satellite dish, cable, and/or over-the-air antennas. - What type of connectors does your TV or VCR have: Y/Pb/Pr, RGB, DVI-HDTV, S-VIDEO, A/V (RCA- type), or RF coaxial? - Do you have an external audio or audio/video system? Consider integrating the DIRECTV HD...
Page 24 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Non-Satellite Sources Antenna Cable TV wall jack Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable.
Page 25: Connecting To Antennas
3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Round Dish (Satellite A) Antenna Cable TV wall jack ANT IN CABLE IN OUT TO TV Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable.
Page 26: Setup And Connections
3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Oval Dish (Satellite A, B) Antenna Cable TV wall jack Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable. 3.
Page 27 TV programs, if you make connections to the over-the-air and/or cable jacks. * Sat C may also be connected via a SAT B/SAT C combiner with a 4x4 multi-switch (not supplied by Sony). Sat A Sat C...
Page 28 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-5. TV Connection - Analog TV Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the “AUDIO OUT” and “VIDEO OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “A/V IN” jack on your TV using RCA-type cables.
Page 29: Tv Connection
3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (Y/Pb/Pr type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN OUT TO TV OPTICAL TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the “COMPONENT OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “COMPONENT IN” jacks of your TV using RCA-type cables.
Page 30 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (RGB type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack ANT IN CABLE IN OUT TO TV TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the “RGB OUT” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “RGB IN” jack of your TV using VGA-type connec- tor.
Page 31 3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (DVI-HDTV type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN OUT TO TV OPTICAL TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the “DVI-HDTV OUT” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “DVI-HDTV IN” jack of your TV using DVI -type connector.
Page 32: Vcr Connection
3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-6. VCR Connection Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing Refer to Section 3-5, ‘TV Connection’. VCR Recording 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV coaxial RF cable. 2. Connect the “AUDIO OUT” and “VIDEO OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “A/V IN” jack on your VCR using a RCA-type cable.
Page 33 3-6. VCR Connection - VCR Controller COMPONENT OUT VIDEO OUT (1080i i /720p/480p/480i i ) ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN TYPE OUT TO TV OPTICAL AUDIO OUT VCR (front view) Connect the VCR Controller to allow the Timer and Rec feature to automatically operate your VCR. See “VCR Control Setup “...
Page 34: Audio Connection
3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-7. Audio Connection - Digital Audio System ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN OUT TO TV OPTICAL Dolby Digital ® Connection 1. Connect the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” jack on the DIRECTV jack on your Dolby Digital or Pro Logic (A digital optical cable is not supplied.) NOTE To enjoy Dolby Digital audio when it is available in a broadcast, set the HD Receiver’s...
Page 35: Audio Connection
3-7. Audio connection - Analog Hi-Fi System Analog stereo amplifier AUDIO IN Hi-Fi System Connection 1. Connect the Left and Right “AUDIO OUT” jacks of the DIRECTV and Right “INPUT” jacks on your Hi-Fi audio system. NOTE When viewing a digital broadcast with Dolby Digital broadcast’s audio from the analog audio left and right jacks.
Page 36: Remote Control Rf Antenna Connection
3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-8. Remote Control RF Antenna Connection Remote Control RF Antenna ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN OUT TO TV OPTICAL The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver can be used with the supplied remote control RF (radio frequency) antenna and remote control that allow you to control your receiver from outside a cabinet or from another room within your home.
Page 37: Using The Front Panel Of The Directv
4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-1. Using the Front Panel of the DIRECTV Power Turns the DIRECTV HD Receiver on or off. Access Card and RESET button Door The Access Card is the means by which DIRECTV controls the distribution of its services. The card must be inserted into the access card slot at all times to enable reception of satellite signals.
Page 38: Using The Remote Control
4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-2. Using the Remote Control POWER MUTING SLEEP FUNCTION TV/VIDEO PIC MODE ENTER FLIP OPEN FAVORITE FREEZE PREV CH SIGNAL WIDE HELP CODE SET MODE RM-Y822 POWER buttons Turn on and off the DIRECTV ®...
Page 39 4-2. Using the Remote Control POWER MUTING SLEEP FUNCTION TV/VIDEO PIC MODE ENTER FLIP OPEN FAVORITE FREEZE PREV CH SIGNAL WIDE HELP MODE CODE SET RM-Y822 MENU button Opens the main Menu. CH (channel) +/- buttons Changes channels. When a program guide is open, pressing the CH button pages through the guide channels.
Page 40 4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-2. Using the Remote Control POWER MUTING SLEEP FUNCTION TV/VIDEO PIC MODE ENTER FLIP OPEN FAVORITE FREEZE PREV CH SIGNAL WIDE HELP CODE SET MODE RM-Y822 INSIDE PANEL POWER MUTING SLEEP POWER DVD MENU ENTER FORMAT FAVORITE...
Page 41: Programming The Remote Control
4-3. Programming the Remote Control The RM-Y822 remote control is a universal remote control that can be programmed to control most TV, VCR, DVD and Amp models of the brands that appear on section 4-4. 1. Find the code(s) for the brand of the device you want to operate with this remote control.
Page 42: Remote Control Codes For Other Components
4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-4. Remote Control Codes for Other Components TV Codes Manufacturer Code Sony Admiral (M. Wards) 102, 114, 109 Bell & Howell (M. Wards) 114, 109, 138 Broksonic 103, 112 Craig 122, 123, 120, 121...
Page 43: Remote Control Codes For Other Components
312, 311 Wards 327, 328, 335, 331, 332 Yamaha 330, 314, 336, 336, 337 Zenith DVD Codes Manufacturer Code Sony 601, 617, 621 Magnavox 603, 607, 608 Panasonic 604, 609, 610 Philips 603, 607, 611, 612 Pioneer 605, 613, 614...
Page 44: Initial Setup
5. INITIAL SETUP IMPORTANT: Check your TV owner’s manual for the prefered or required video format. The appropriate format should be set using the FORMAT button on the front panel of the DIRECTV ® HD Receiver. If the correct format is not selected, the on-screen display and video may not appear correctly or may not appear at all.
Page 45: Viewing The Channel Banner
6. BASIC OPERATION 6-1. Viewing the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears whenever you tune to a new channel or press the INFO button on the remote control while viewing a program. It displays channel and program information in the banner shown at the top of the screen.
Page 46: Basic Operation 6-1. Viewing The Channel Banner
6. BASIC OPERATION 6-1. Viewing the Channel Banner Input Source Icon (DIRECTV) Indicates from which source the current program signal is being received. The DIRECTV receive a signal from ANT, ANT/Digital, CABLE or DIRECTV. Lock Icon ( Indicates that the parental or spending limit lock system is activated (see section 8-19). Alternate Audio ( DIRECTV and digital channels sometimes provide multiple audio tracks, often in a different language.
Page 47: Accessing Favorite Channels
6-2. Accessing Favorite Channels The favorite list appears on the TV screen when you press the FAVORITE button on the remote control. It enables you to quickly access up to 50 favorite channels that were chosen in the Edit Channel section of the Setup menu or directly added in the Favorite guide as described below. The favorite list consists of the channel logos or channel numbers.
Page 48: Freeze Screen
6. BASIC OPERATION 6-3. Freeze Screen Pressing the FREEZE button freezes the current image. Pressing the FREEZE button again enlarges the digital video image. The image can then be scanned vertically and horizontally. Pressing the FREEZE button once again returns the image to live video. FREEZE Mode Screen Multi-Freeze Mode Screen NOTE...
Page 49: Subscription To Directv
6-4. Subscription to DIRECTV ® programming and ANT/CABLE-Only operation The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver is designed to receive signals from DIRECTV, ANT and/or CABLE sources. If you are a DIRECTV customer, you can enjoy programming provided by DIRECTV. You can also receive the analog and digital over-the-air broadcasts, with the benefit of the Advanced Program Guide™...
Page 50: Advanced Program Guide™ 7-1. About The Advanced Program Guide
7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-1. About the Advanced Program Guide™ The DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide™ contains schedule and program information for all DIRECTV ® channels. The Advanced Program Guide also provides local over-the-air channels information including both conventional analog and digital channels, if you receive satellite ser- vice.
Page 51: Layout Of The Advanced Program Guide Screen
7-2. Layout of the Advanced Program Guide™ Screen The on-screen guide maintains ten different channel lists, each of which shows you only those channels and programs that belong to that channel list. The meaning and generation of each channel list is described below Note: When viewing the Program Guide, press the GUIDE button on the remote control to view the items below in the Guide menu (see section 7-1).
Page 52: Layout Of The Advanced Program Guide ™ Screen
7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-2. Layout of the Advanced Program Guide™ Screen The guide screen also provides two search menus: CATEGORY Searches for programs that belong to a given category. The DIRECTV HD Receiver first shows you currently applicable categories and allows you to search for programs in that category (see section 7-8).
Page 53: Moving Through The Advanced Program Guide
7-3. Moving through the Advanced Program Guide™ The Advanced Program Guide™ is operated based on a simple and straightforward “Highlight and Select” process. 1. Use “ DEF G ” on your remote control to navigate the guide screen. 2. Press “ ” to select or execute the highlighted menu or function. The on-screen guide shows you program listings for six channels within an one and one half hour time slot.
Page 54: Moving Through The Advanced Program Guide
7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-3. Moving through the Advanced Program Guide™ Direct Jumping You can quickly jump to a page that contains a specific channel by directly entering a channel number using the digit buttons “0~9” on the remote control. Pressing “...
Page 55: Selecting A Program
7-4. Selecting a Program The top region of the guide screen displays the schedule and program information of the cur- rently highlighted program. You can also see other detailed information about the program by pressing the INFO button. When you select the highlighted program by pressing “ ”, what happens or appears next depends on whether the highlighted program is currently on-air or scheduled in the future, and whether or not it is a pay per view program.
Page 56: Getting More Program Information
7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-5. Getting More Program Information Pressing the INFO button will display available additional information about the highlighted program. Depending on the broadcaster and service provider, information may include actor and role relationships, original material, production studio, the date on which the program was first shown, and so on. To display program details: 1.
Page 57 7-5. Getting More Program Information 5. If you want to check any other broadcasting schedules for this same program, move the highlight to the “Showings” menu, located on the left side of the additional information box, and press “ ”. 6.
Page 58: Setting A Timer/Record Event For Future Viewing
7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-6. Setting a Timer/Record Event for Future Viewing If you want to view a program scheduled in the future, you can put that program on the Timer/Record List so that program will be automatically tuned. A timer event will automatically tune to the selected channel at the selected time. A Record event will also turn on the DIRECTV record the program if the VCR Controller is correctly set up (see sections 3-6 and 8-23).
Page 59: Purchasing Directv Pay Per View Programs
7-7. Purchasing DIRECTV If you subscribe to DIRECTV ® the DIRECTV promo channel, to determine if you would like to purchase them. To purchase Pay Per View (PPV) programs: 1. From the program guide, press INFO button to see the detail information of selected program. If this program is a pay per view program, “PURCHASE”...
Page 60: Searching For Programs By Category
7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-8. Searching for Programs by Category You can search for specific programs by their categories. The category information of each program is provided by the Advanced Program Guide™ so that you can choose one of them to search for matching programs. You can also set a search range to One Day or One Week.
Page 61 7-8. Searching for Programs by Category When you search for programs by category, you can also use the user-defined “MY CATEGORY” feature. You may specify two user-defined categories. One is the “MY CATEGORY1” and the other is the “MY CATEGORY2”. These categories can also be modified in the EDIT menu (in the guide menu Note : You can also specify an user-defined category using “MY CATEGORY”.
Page 62: Searching For Programs By Keyword
7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-9. Searching for Programs by Keyword You can also search for programs by keywords which can be found in program titles or credit titles such as actor/actress name, director name, etc. To search programs by keyword: 1.
Page 63: Customization
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-1. Accessing the On-screen Menu In the menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. To navigate the menu levels, you will see “ ” or “ ” on the right side of the menu label to help you go to the next level.
Page 64: The Structure Of The On-Screen Menu
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-2. The Structure of the On-Screen Menu DIRECTV SETUP AUDIO PREFERENCE LOCK SYSTEM Guide Purchase List Messages Timer/Record Timer/Record List Initial Setup Auto Program Manual Ch. Add Favorite/Ch. Edit Clock Out to TV Hook-up Help Digital Output Audio Mode Audio Language Dolby Digital Wide Mode...
Page 65: Managing Program Purchases
8-3. Managing Program Purchases Purchase List Shows a history of recently purchased programs and displays upcoming DIRECTV chases. Upcoming DIRECTV ® Pay Per View purchases can be canceled. You may do this by selecting the pro- gram. A pop-up screen will ask you if you want to cancel the program. If you select a past DIRECTV you purchased and viewed.
Page 66: Checking The Messages
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-4. Checking the Messages Allows you to view the messages that are sent from DIRECTV. For example, you may receive a mes- sage requesting your attention to a new service or special program offering. To check the Messages: 1.
Page 67: Setting A Timer/Record Event
8-5. Setting a Timer/Record Event Allows you to set up a timer or record event manually. You can see the event list in the Timer/Record List menu (DIRECTV Timer/Record event in the Guide (see section 7-6). A Timer event will automatically tune to the selected channel at the selected time. A Record event will also turn on the DIRECTV matically control your VCR to record the program if the VCR Controller is correctly set up (see sections 3-6 and 8-23).
Page 68: Modifying A Timer/Record Event
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-6. Modifying a Timer/Record Event The Timer/Record List shows the programs you have reserved in the Guide menu or in the Timer/Record menu. You may cancel any program in the list by selecting the pro- gram. You may also modify any event in the list that was created in the Timer/Event menu.
Page 69: Initializing The System
8-7. Initializing the System About Initial Setup The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver is capable of receiving three types of signals; ANT, CABLE and DIRECTV ® programming (if you are a DIRECTV customer). Initial Setup lets you initialize your system to function properly with your dish antenna. Setup Wizard Will provide a guided sequence from dish selection (step1) to channel setup (step 5).
Page 70 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Initializing the System To Select your dish type in Manual Selection: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Select the DIRECTV ® menu by pressing “ ” on the remote control. 3.
Page 71 8-7. Initializing the System Step 3. Signal Strength Depending on the Dish Type you have selected, the Signal Strength menu shows you up to three signal strength bars for Satellite Networks A, B, and C, in order to help you adjust the dish to the correct position with the elevation, azimuth, and tilt values obtained from the Your Location menu.
Page 72 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Initializing the System Step 4. Add Local Network Adds program information for channels available over the air (terrestrial) in a selected local area as defined by the satellite service provider. You can select two distinct areas by ZIP code to view the channels being broadcast from both areas.
Page 73 8-7. Initializing the System Step 5. Create Channel list The Setup wizard will show the summary screen of the setup sequence. The next page will create the channel list automatically. After the Setup Wizard process is completed, press the "+" button on the remote control to finish the Initial Setup.
Page 74 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Initializing the System Dish Setup Status Shows the dish type and up to two distinct areas by ZIP code. To see the dish setup status: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
Page 75 8-7. Initializing the System Dish Positioning Provides the coordinates of elevation, azimuth, and tilt based upon your ZIP code. Elevation is the up/down angle of the dish. Azimuth is the side-to-side direction, while tilt is the circular rotation of the dish itself around the pointing axis. Full instructions for the installation of your dish are provided with your satellite dish antenna.
Page 76: Initializing The System
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Initializing the System Signal Strength Depending on the Dish Type that is selected, the Signal Strength menu shows you up to three sig- nal strength bars for Satellite Networks A, B, and C, in order to help you adjust the dish to the cor- rect position with the elevation, azimuth, and tilt values obtained from the Your Location menu.
Page 77: Managing Channels
8-8. Managing Channels Auto Program (Channel Search) Automatically finds all channels (both analog and digital) available through the antenna and cable inputs, and stores all the active channels in the channel list. Inactive or weak channels may not appear in the list. In that case, add missing channels manually in the Manual Ch. Add menu.
Page 78 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-8. Managing Channels Manual Ch. Add Manually adds a channel to your channel list without rescanning all the channels again. Auto Program may not pick up every channel that is available on Air and Cable. Therefore, it may be necessary for you to add channels manually using this feature. Note :The Manual Channel Add feature is not available in ANT/CABLE mode.
Page 79 8-8. Managing Channels Favorite/Ch. Edit The default channel list is made in the Auto Program menu. Favorite/Ch. Edit allows you to create two other types of channel lists; custom list and favorite list. A custom list can be created by toggling each channel on or off with “...
Page 80 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-8. Managing Channels...
Page 81: Setting The Clock
8-9. Setting the Clock Clock (Auto) Enables adjustment of the time zone and activation of daylight savings time. Normally, your clock is set using signals transmitted by DIRECTV. To set auto clock: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
Page 82 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-9. Setting the Clock Clock (Manual) Enables you to set the time manually in the ANT/CABLE Only Operation. To set manual clock: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ ”...
Page 83: Setting Default Signal Out
8-10. Setting Default Signal Out Output Channel If you use the OUT TO TV jack, select channel 3 or 4 to send RF signal from your DIRECTV HD Receiver to your TV. Your TV must be tuned to the selected channel to display the pic- ture.
Page 84: Hook-Up Help
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8.11 Hook-up Help Graphically depicts possible ways to connect the DIRECTV other components. Since the connection that is best for you depends on the components in your sys- tem, keep in mind that an alternative connection may also be possible. To see Hook-up Help: 1.
Page 85: Setting The Audio
8-12. Setting the Audio Digital Output If you are using an external audio system that supports Dolby Digital Digital audio mode. If you are using an external audio system that has a PCM only decoder, select PCM (Digital). If you are not using an external audio system, select OFF. Do not select the Dolby Digital setting if connecting to an audio system that is not capa- ble of decoding Dolby Digital audio.
Page 86 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-12. Setting the Audio PCM (Digital) Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) decoders support L/R stereo only. If selected, audio outputs are decoded and transmitted to the Digital Output (SPDIF) in PCM mode. Dolby Digital ® Audio Dolby Digital ® audio, formerly known as Audio Coding 3rd Generation or 5.1 channel audio, is a coding technique that provides up to five independent, full frequency response audio chan- nels and one low frequency bass channel.
Page 87 8-12. Setting the Audio Audio Mode Allows you to choose the default audio mode when a program is broadcasting in analog format. When you view a program broadcast in mono, you will hear only mono sound, even though stereo mode is set. When Second Audio Program “SAP” mode is set, the program’s sec- ond audio program is broadcast in mono, if provided.
Page 88 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-12. Setting the Audio Audio Language If available, allows you to hear a program in other languages if the program is broadcast in digital format. You may select a language while you are viewing a program by selecting an option on the audio language box in the channel banner and pressing “...
Page 89 8-12. Setting the Audio Dolby Digital ® Audio Allows you to choose a Dolby Digital ® audio mode according to which analog audio output port you use to adjust the adequate audio level. If you connect audio line output to your TV, select ‘Line Mode’.
Page 90: Choosing The Aspect Ratio
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-13. Choosing the Aspect Ratio Allows you to choose the screen format. When you view a high-definition picture using the video 480i or 480p output format, you can choose Letterbox, Cropped or Squeezed. When you view a standard-definition picture using the 720p or 1080i output format, you can choose Normal, Wide, Panorama, Zoom or Cine-Zoom.
Page 91 NOTE The correct aspect ratio for programming in the 480i and 480p formats from the Video 1/2, S-Video and Component outputs can be automatically set by Sony Hi-Scan™ TVs when using the TV’s 16:9 Enhanced feature (ID1).
Page 92 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-13. Choosing the Aspect Ratio Modes for temporarily viewing high-definition content (16:9) WHEN OUTPUT FOR- MAT IS IS 720p OR 1080i MODE : Standard Choose when you want to view a picture with no adjustment. Expand Choose when you want to view a picture in the 16:9 ratio size. The picture will be horizontal- ly adjusted or expended to fit 16:9 ratio.
Page 93: Setting Digital Caption
8-14. Setting Digital Caption Allows you to select a mode for displaying Digital Caption Data. In the Digital Caption Service, Services 1-6 typically represent different Language Services, if available. Service 1 Service 1 is designated as the Primary Caption Service. This service contains the verbatim, or near-verbatim captions for the primary language being spoken in the accompanying pro- gram audio.
Page 94: Setting Digital Caption Style
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-15. Setting Digital Caption Style Allows you to customize the caption style to your preference by allowing you to change: Font, Edge Type, Color, etc. Note : If the Style setting is “Set By Program” the captions will appear as defined by the pro- gram provider.
Page 95: Setting Closed Caption
8-16. Setting Closed Caption Allows you to select a mode for displaying analog Closed Caption Data. In the Analog Caption Service, Captions 1-4 display program’s dialog, and Text 1-4 display for a data service information. (Note : Closed Captions will appear only when they are provided by the broadcaster.) Caption1 (CC1) CC1 is the primary caption service that synchronizes the captioning language with the sound, used by most broadcasters.
Page 96: Advanced
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-17. Advanced Advanced Setup Allows you to configure special settings such as the background matte color for wide aspect ratio programming, the channel banner time-out period and the contrast range of DVI output. To set advanced Setup Menu: 1.
Page 97: Running Auto Demo
8-18. Running Auto Demo Shows you how to navigate through the on-screen menus of the DIRECTV To run Auto Demo: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ ” on the remote control. 3.
Page 98: Setting Locks
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-19. Setting Locks Lock System Allows you to set up specific channels, ratings and spending limits through blocking schemes. Also allows you to activate or disable all of the lock schemes previously set up. A password is required to gain access to this menu if the lock system is activated. You can change the password by inputting a new password twice.
Page 99 8-19. Setting Locks Block Channel Blocks any channels that you do not want to view or that you do not want your kids to watch. If you tune in a blocked channel, a black screen with a pop-up screen will appear. You will have to enter the cor- rect password to view the channel.
Page 100 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-19. Setting Locks Movie Rating Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limit, as defined by the Motion Picture Association of America, so children cannot view certain movies. You can set the ratings limit by blocking out all the movies with the ratings above a specified level.
Page 101 8-19. Setting Locks TV Rating for Children’s Programs Keeps children from watching certain children’s TV programs according to the ratings limit as defined by the TV Parental Guidelines Monitoring Board. This rating applies only to TV programs for children. Unless you block TV programs intended for mature audiences in the TV Rating – General menu, your children may view those programs.
Page 102 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-19. Setting Locks TV Rating for General Programs Blocks TV programs that you and your family do not wish to watch, based on the rating scheme defined by the TV Parental Guidelines Monitoring Board. To block TV programs: 1.
Page 103: Setting Locks
8-19. Setting Locks Spending Limit Sets a spending limit for individual Pay Per View (PPV) programs. After a spending limit is set and the system is locked, you must enter the password to purchase a PPV program that costs more than your spending limit allows. The system will temporarily unlock the limit you previ- ously set.
Page 104: Getting The System Information
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-20. Getting the System Information General Info Shows you general information of your DIRECTV ® HD Receiver. To view General information in the HD receiver: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
Page 105 8-20. Getting the System Information Feature List When in Satellite mode, allows you to see which major features are available for your DIRECTV ® HD Receiver. To view Feature list in the HD receiver: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
Page 106 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-20. Getting the System Information Tuner List When in Satellite mode, shows you what kind of tuners are built in your DIRECTV Receiver. To view Tuner list in the your HD receiver: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
Page 107 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.
Page 108: Testing The System
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-21. Testing the System Basic Test When in Satellite mode, diagnoses essential system components of your DIRECTV Receiver. Once the Basic System Test is done, your HD receiver’s status will be displayed. If any problems are detected, a short message will be displayed. To test basic items in the HD Receiver : 1.
Page 109 8-21. Testing the System Satellite Dish Antenna (Outdoor Unit) Test When in Satellite mode, diagnoses the Satellite Dish Antenna (LNB and Satellite Antenna) con- nected to the HD receiver. Once the Satellite Dish Antenna (Outdoor Unit) Test is done, Satellite sig- nal status will be displayed.
Page 110 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-21. Testing the System Transponder Test When in Satellite mode, diagnoses all transponder signals of each Satellite. Once the Transponder Test is done, all transponder signal status of the selected Satellite will be dis- played. To test the Transponder: 1.
Page 111 8-21. Testing the System Current Signal Test Shows the signal strength of the current digital channel or satellite channel. The signal strength may be improved by adjusting the over-the-air antenna or satellite dish antenna as directed by the antenna installation instructions. To see the signal strength : 1.
Page 112 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-21. Testing the System ATSC Signal Test Checks the signal strength of each off-air digital channel for a selected physical channel broadcast range*. This may be helpful to determine the best balance and antenna positioning for receiving broadcasts from different areas. To see the ATSC signal strength : 1.
Page 113: Replace Card
8-22. Replace Card DIRECTV may issue you a replacement access card periodically, if you are a DIRECTV customer. When in Satellite mode, this menu enables you to transfer information, such as the record of your purchases, from the old card onto a new one. The access card fits into the slot on the front panel of the DIRECTV HD Receiver.
Page 114: Vcr Control Setup
8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-23. VCR Control Setup Allows you to set up the DIRECTV used with the Record feature (see section 8-5). To set up the VCR Control: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
Page 115: Remote Control Setup
You can also choose to assign one of two remote ID’s for IR Control or one of sixteen remote ID’s for RF Control. This can be useful if you have more than one Sony satellite receiver in your home or if local RF signals cause interference to your RF Remote control.
Page 116: Help
9. Help 9-1. Help The Help feature is designed to let you understand each function of the Menu and Advanced Program Guide™ in an easy and convenient way. When you navigate through the Menu and the Advanced Program Guide, press and hold the “HELP” button on your remote control if you want information about the highlighted item.
Page 117 9-1. Help The Help is an on-screen version of this Operating Guide. You can review many features of the DIRECTV ® HD Receiver by navigating through a simple structure. It contains a brief overview of the DIRECTV HD Receiver, the use and programming of the remote control, a functional expla- nation of the front and back panel, and an instructive note about the Menu and the Advanced Program Guide™.
Page 118: Product Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Television System Channel Coverage Digital TV CATV DIRECTV Inputs/Outputs ATSC/NTSC RF Inputs RF Output DIRECTV RF Input DVI-HDTV Output RGB Output Component Video Output S-Video Output Video Output Digital Audio Analog Audio Access Card Data Port VCR Control RF Remote Supplied Accessories Remote Control...
Page 119: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Sony and DIRECTV are dedicated to providing you with quality support and customer service. If you have questions or difficulties that you cannot resolve using the tips in this troubleshooting section, consult your dealer or call DIRECTV at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-531-5000) regarding DIRECTV...
Page 120 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS The Program Guide shows channels I don’t receive. Cannot receive high-definition channels. Normal picture but no sound. Picture is distorted. Video image does not fill the TV screen. Available channels are missing. A previously available channel is no longer available.
Page 121 SYMPTOMS Aspect Ratio setting is re-set after the channel is changed. The remote control is not responding. The timer does not work. You forget your password. If a white bar is shown at the top position on the display device Audio volume is too low.
Page 122: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS Closed captions are not displayed. Two sets of overlapping captions appear. Closed captions are not shown using my custom styles. Cannot receive audio with 5.1 chan- nels. Incorrect operation when controlling the HD Receiver from another device, such as a DVR. Programming which appears to exceed my Lock settings is not blocked.
Page 123: Limited Warranty
In addition, if you enter into a service contract with the SONY Partnership within 90 days of the date of sale, the limi- tation on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you.
Page 124: Software License Agreement
FAR or DFARS clause or this Sony Software License Agreement. Limited Warranty Sony warrants to User that the Software will not fail to execute its programming instructions due to defects in material and workmanship for a period equal to the warranty period provid- ed for the Product when properly installed and used.
Page 125: Index
Index Access Card 19, 36, 112 Advanced Program Guide™ 16, 49-61 Advanced Setup 95 Analog Audio Signals 15 Analog TV Connection 27 ANT IN Jack 20, 23-31 Antennas Connection 23-26 Arrow Keys, on front panel 36 Aspect Ratio Setting 89-91 ATSC 9 Audio Connection 33, 34 Audio Language 87...
Page 126 Contact DIRECTV with questions about service, programming or billing: 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288) Printed in KOREA www.DIRECTV.com Contact Sony with questions about your Digital Satellite Receiver: 1-800-838-SONY (7669) www.sony.com/support...

Sony SAT-HD300 Operating Instructions (primary manual) Operating Instructions Manual

A New World of Digital Entertainment

2 Sending Signals

Unpacking

3 Setup and Connections

Using the Front Panel of the DIRECTV

5 Initial Setup

Viewing the Channel Banner

7 Advanced Program Guide™ 7-1. about the Advanced Program Guide

8 Customization

Accessing the On-Screen Menu

9 Help

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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