The receiver will automatically switch on to receive it and trigger the VCR to start and stop recording. For even greater flexibility, the remote works with UHF radio waves, in addition to conventional infrared light. Lets you move up, down, left, right and diagonally and highlights the on-screen display. Press the joystick to select. Because you'll be using the satellite receiver along with your entertainment system, Sony's Remote Commander unit also operates many brands of televisions, VCRs and cable boxes.
Cable service is only available to subscribers of the service.
These models tune in most non-scrambled cable channels directly. Scrambled cable TV channels will require an external converter. Your Guide screens are always one touch of a button away. All told, you've got five ways to find what's worth watching. Sony's Program Guide gives you comprehensive information, while still enabling you to watch your current show.