Connecting the ir blaster, 18 chapter 3: connecting your system – Sony SAT-A3 User Manual
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Connecting the IR Blaster
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connections arc itlcntical for SAT-B3.
The IR Blaster works with the DSS receiver's Timer function to
automatically start and stop the recording function of your VCR.
1
Conneef fhe IR Blaster to the DSS receiver's VCR CONTROL jack.
Then place the IR Blaster on top of and overhanging the front of the
VCR, about V2" to 1 ". For best results, place the IR Blaster directly
above the VCR's IR receiving area.
Satellite Receiver
If the IR Blaster doesn't seem to be
working correctly, first check that the JR
Blaster is positioned directly above the
VCR's IR receiving area and that the
VCR'sJine in/out is set to the DSS
receiver. If it’s still not working, try
this procedure again using the other
codes listed for your VCR on page 66 and
67.
Set the manufacturer, and code type of your VCR using the IR
Blaster Test menu on page 66. This must be done for the IR Blaster
to function properly.
To use the IR Blaster:
1)
Set the DSS Timer (page 35),
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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