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3-800-356-21 (1)Digital Satellite ReceiverOperating InstructionsBEFORE USING YOUR DSS SYSTEMYOU MUST ACTIVATE YOUR PROGRAMMING SERVICE BY CALLING YOU

Using the Station IndexYour Station Index may not look exactly like this. The stations displayed depend on the programming you’ve ordered.You can use

Chapter 3Connecting Your SystemOverviewRead this chapter to set up your DSS receiver for the first time, or to add or remove audio or video components

TV OnlyTV With RF Connector OnlySome TVs label this jack RF IN, instead of VHF/UHF IN.Refer to the illustration below.1 Connect the RG-6 cable from t

TV With A/V ConnectorsIf your TV has only one AUDIO IN jack, connect the lower (mono) AUDIO L jack on the DSS receiver to the TV's AUDIO IN jack.

TV and VCRSome VCRs and TVs label this jack RF IN, instead of VHF/UHF IN.Refer to the illustration on the opposite page.Connect the RG-6 cable from th

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Hi-Fi TV, Hi-Fi VCR, Audio ReceiverRefer to the illustration on the opposite page.Connect the RG-6 cable from the satellite antenna's LNB to the

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Home Entertainment System(Hi-Fi TV, Hi-Fi VCR, Audio/Video Receiver)Some VCRs label this jack RF IN, instead of VHF/UHF IN.Refer to the illustration o

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WARNINGOwner's RecordTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPENCAUTION

Setting Up the RF AntennaNoteDo not place the RF antenna directly on top of the DSS receiver or near other metal objects. For best result, place the R

Setting Up Your DSS SystemViewing Satellite ProgramsViewing Cable or Off-Air Programs1 Turn on the TV, and then set the TV's line input to the D

Chapter 4Using the System FeaturesOverviewRead this chapter to learn how to use system features including the Master program guide, Station Index, Fav

Before You Get Started ...Make sure you (or your DSS system installer) have completed the following procedures before you start using your DSS receive

Using the On-Screen Displays: Highlight and Select______________All of the features and functions of the DSS receiver can be operated using a simple,

Displaying the Master GuideYou can select programs using the CH+ and CH- buttons, or you can enter the station number directly using the 0-9 buttons.

Features of the Master GuideWhen you select the Master Guide from the Main Menu or press the GUIDE button on the remote, the Master Guide appears:Prog

Moving Through the Master GuideThe on-screen program guides are displayed only one page at a time. Because the program guide usually contains many pag

Displaying Favorite StationsExiting the GuideTo see your favorite stations in the program guide;□ Press the FAVORITE button.Pressing the FAVORITE but

Selecting a Program from the Guide“Ordering Pay-Per-View ProgramsSelecting RETURN returns you to the previous screen, without purchasing the program.S

ContentsChapter 1Chapter 2Chapter 3Chapter 4Introducing the DSS System5 DSS Features6 Unpacking7 Inserting Batteries into the Remote ControlUsing B

Selecting Program Guides and Lists By CategoryThe buttons that appear for each program indicate start times.To select a program, highlight the start t

Selecting a Program Guide or List By Program CategorySelecting CANCEL returns you to the previous screen, without saving your selections.To select ano

Selecting the Custom GuideThe Custom Guide is a program guide that you can create to include only the stations you want.NoteSee "Setting Up a Lis

Using the Station IndexThe Station Index is an on-screen display that contains the station logo (or call letters) of all the stations in the system. Y

Displaying Favorite Stations in the Station IndexThe top row contains pour seven favorite stations from FAV A, FAV B, or FAV C.The other rows represen

Selecting the Favorite Station GuideThe Favorite Station Guide is a program guide that you can create to include up to seven of your favorite stations

Selecting Other (Program Provider) GuidesThe Other Guides option includes alternative program guides, which are made available by your program provide

Using DISPLAY and JUMPDisplaying the Program BannerThe program banner provides useful information about the program you're currently watching.Not

Selecting Alternate AudioHow to Determine if Alternate Audio Tracks Are Available for a ProgramYour program providers may broadcast multiple audio tra

Canceling PurchasesOnce you tune to a purchased program, you cannot cancel its purchase.Selecting RETURN returns you to the previous screen, without c

Chapter 5Chapter 6Appendix49 Overview50 Displaying the Custom Setup Menu51 Setting Up a Favorite Station Guide53 Setting a Default Language54 Set

Checking Your Purchase RecordUse the Review Purchases screen to see a record of recent purchases you've made through your DSS receiver.NoteThe Re

Setting Up the TimerUse the Timer Setup screen to specify a day and time on which you want the DSS receiver to automatically tune to a specific statio

Setting the Daily/Weekly Timer5 Set the day, start time, stop time, and channel number as follows:□ To set each item (day, time, channel), move the

Changing/Checking/ Clearing Timer SettingsTo change, check, or clear timer settings:1 Bring up the Timer Setup screen, as described on page 44.2 Che

Reading Your MessagesHow to Determine When You've Received MailOccasionally, your program providers will send messages to your DSS receiver. Thes

Reading a Message1 Select the envelope from the Messages screen. A selected message appears with a checkmark (t/) beside it. Then select READ.To read

Chapter 5Using the Custom Setup MenuOverviewRead this chapter to get information about customizing your system to match your personal viewing habits.Y

Displaying the Custom Setup MenuTo customize your system, first bring up the Custom Setup Menu, as follows:1 Press the MENU button to bring up the Ma

Setting Up a Favorite Station GuideThe Set Favorite Stations screen displays three rows ofseivn stations. Each roic represents one of the three Favori

You can select CLEAR to automatically clear all the stations from the top row. Selecting CANCEL returns you to the previous screen, without saving you

Chapter 1Introducing theDSS SystemWelcome to the Sony brand DSS (Digital Satellite System), the ultimate digital entertainment experience. Read this c

Setting a Default LanguageSelecting CANCEL returns you to the previous screen, without saving your selections.Use the Set Default Language screen to s

Setting Locks and LimitsIf your system is locked, the padlock symbol appears (^), and you must first unlock it before you can make any changes to

Setting a Spending LimitSelecting NO LIMIT allows you to purchase any pay-per-view program, no matter how much it costs.Selecting CANCEL returns you t

Setting Station LocksTo quickly unlock or lock all stations, select ALL (to lock all) or NONE (to unlock all). Selecting CANCEL returns you to the pre

Locking Your SystemSelecting CANCEL returns you to the previous screen, ivithout saving your selections.To lock an unlocked system:1 Select LOCK from

Overriding the System LockUnlocking Your SystemYou can temporarily override any locks or limits that have been set if you know the system passcode.For

Setting Up a List of Custom StationsTo have the DSS receiver automatically skip all stations from the Master Guide that you are not authorized to rece

Using the AUTO Skip FeatureSelecting STOP interrupts the Auto Skip process and returns you to the previous screen, which displays the stations that ha

Selecting Data ServicesIn the future, your program providers may make available data services, which you can access through specific stations using th

Changing the Default Data ServiceSelecting CANCEL returns you to the previous screen, without saving your selections.The titles of the data services m

UnpackingCheck to make sure you've received the following items in the DSS receiver's carton:Size AA BatteriesAudio/Video CableRF Coaxial Ca

Chapter 6Using the Installation MenuOverviewRead this chapter to set up your DSS receiver for the first time, check the antenna's

Displaying the Installation MenuTo set up your system, first bring up the Installation Menu, as follows:1 Press the MENU button to bring up the Main

Setting Up the Satellite AntennaSelecting RETURN returns you to the Installation Menu.To install the satellite antenna, or to check the current signal

Replacing Your Access CardIn the event that your program providers need to send you a new access card, use the Replace Access Card option to initializ

2 Select REPLACE ACCESS CARD from the Installation Menu.Selecting RETURN returns you to the Installation Menu, without starting the initialization pr

Setting the Aspect RatioSelecting CANCEL returns you to the Installation Menu, without saving your selection.Use the Set Aspect Ratio option to

Setting Up the Remote ControlSelecting IR/RF TransmissionThe DSS receiver is shipped ivith only IR enabled.The Set Up Remote screens let you se

Setting the Security CodeThe DSS receiver and remote control are shipped with the RF security code set to 000.If the DSS receiver is accepting or rece

To Determine the Current Security Code for the DSS Remote ControlStep 2; Set the DSS Remote Control's RF Security Code12Press the CODE SET button

Running a System TestThe System Test lets you check the integrity of your system's components, including;□ Antenna signal□ System tuning□ Phon

Inserting Batteries into the Remote ControlBefore you can use the remote control, you must first insert the supplied batteries. If you want to use thi

AppendixOther InformationThis appendix includes supplementary information, including;□ Locations and descriptions of the controls and indicators on t

Location and Function of ControlsFront PanelButtonDescriptionPOWER ButtonTurns the DSS receiver on and off.MENU Button Brings up fhe Main Menu.EXIT Bu

Back PanelConnectorDescription Cable TypeLOW SPEED DATAAllows you to connect your DSS receiver to new technologies, as they are introduced. Additional

Using the Remote ControlAfter you've installed the batteries and programmed the remotecontrol, use these procedures to operate your system compon

Button OperatesDescriptionGUIDECDDSSBrings up the Master Guide. If you're already in a program guide, pressing GUIDE repeatedly brings up future

Inside PanelSLEEP CABLE TV ^O o o CD (V.ODD CD CD Q__ _____ ___________ POWERCZ) CE) 'S) CDTV/VTR REC CD CD CD (D)CODE SET LEARN ' CHC

Programming the RemoteYou must perform step 4 within 10 seconds of step 3, or you must start again from step 3.You must perform step 5 within 10 secon

Programmable CodesTV CodesManufacturer CodeSony 101Admiral (M. Wards)102,114,109ABC112Bell & Howell114,109,138(M. Wards)Brocsonic103,112Craig122,1

Manufacturer CodeFisher330, 334, 335,333Funai338General Electric 329, 304, 309Goldstar332Hitachi306, 304, 305Instant Replay309,308JC Penny309, 305, 30

Using the Learn FunctionAbout the Learn FunctionYou can program the DSS remote commander to learn the functions of another component's remote con

Chapter 2Using Basic FunctionsYou can start watching programs using just a few buttons on the remote control. Here's an overview of the buttons y

TroubleshootingSymptomPossible Causes and RemediesNo picture □(poor picture quality or loss of picture)□□□□□If you are receiving only stations 100, 2

Symptom Possible Causes and RemediesCannot cancel a pay-per-view order via the Cancel Purchase menu optionYou cannot cancel pay-per-view orders tha

SymptomPossible Causes and RemediesRemote control doesn't work□To operate your components, make sure you've programmed the remote properly.

PrecautionsOn Safety□□If you spill or drop anything into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating

FCC Regulations and InformationFCC Registration InformationYour digital satellite receiver has been registered by the Federal Communication Commission

Limited WarrantyDigital Satellite SystemsSONY ELECTRONICS INC. ("SONY") warrants this Product (including any accessories) against defects in

SpecificationsInput Jacks UHF/VHF75 ohm external terminal Satellite Antenna75 ohm external terminal RF RemoteCONTROL-S (mini-jack)5 Vp-pAC Power (12

IIndex0-9 buttons 28, 30, 77 16:9 aspect ratio 68 4:3 aspect ratio 68<i) (alternate audio symbol) 40, 41, 90 ^ (data services symbol) 40, 61 ^ (loc

languages. See default language and alternate audio, latitude and longitude, for setting antenna 65 LEARN button 78 Learn function 82 List format 33lo

timerchecking and changing 46 setting 44 troubleshooting 84 transponder 65 troubleshooting 83 TV/DSS button 74, 77 TV/VIDEO button 77 TV/VTR button 78

Using the Master GuideYour Master Guide may not look exactly like this. The stations displayed depend on the program provider(s) you select.The Master