RM-VZ950T - Universal remote SONY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RM-VZ950T SONY

Operating Instructions GB

Installing the Batteries 5

When to replace the batteries 5

Location of Controls 6

About the LCD display 7

How to use the Jog dial 7

Basic Operations

Setting the Component Codes 8

Setting by entering the code number 8

Setting by searching 11

Operating Your Components with the Remote Commander 13

Operating a component 13

Controlling the volume 15

Operating Non-Preset Components - Learning Function 15

Programming a component signal 15

For accurate Learning 18

Programming the input select for the amplifier 19

Changing or erasing the function of a "learned" button 21

Advanced Features

Changing the Component Selection Order (MOVE) 24

Changing the Name of the Component (NAME) 26

Erasing All Memorised Settings (DELETE) 30

Erasing all memorised settings from a Setting position number 30

Erasing all memorised settings from the Commander
— Factory Reset 31

Turning Off the LCD (DISP) 33

Setting the time for the LCD to turn off 33

Additional Information

Precautions 35

Specifications 35

Troubleshooting 36

Appendix

Table of Preset Functions 38

TV 38

SAT 39

VCR 39

DVD 40

CD 40

MD. 41

TAPE 41

AMP 41

Index 42

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Features

The RM-VZ950T Remote Commander provides centralised control of all your AV components from a single remote commander and saves the trouble of operating different AV components with different remote control devices. The following are its main features.

Centralised control of Sony AV components with this one remote commander

This Commander is preset at the factory to operate Sony brand components, so you can use it out of the box as a control centre for your Sony AV components.

Remote control signals for non-Sony components are also preset

This Commander is preset for most major brands components including Sony. You can remote control your components by setting their code numbers (page 8).

Learning function for programming other remote control signals you need

This Commander has a Learning function, to "learn" remote control signals to operate non-preset components or functions (page 15).

In addition, the Commander can "learn" remote control signals (infrared signals only) of non-Audio Visual components such as air-conditioners, lights, etc. (some specific appliances or functions may not be available) (page 18).

Reassigning new components

You can assign Setting position numbers to freely operate other components. This is useful when you have more than two of the same kind of AV components (page 8).

LCD display and Jog dial for easy monitoring and operation

This Commander has an LCD display that shows the current component to operate, or the current status during setup (page 7). With the Jog dial, you can easily select a function to operate, or confirm a setting at various setup procedures (page 7).

Customisable function display

You can freely change the names of components as you would want to call them on the display (page 26).

Universal remote commander of high-quality design and material

We carefully designed this universal Commander so that it coordinates with your living room interior.

The CE mark on the unit is valid only for products marketed in the European Union.

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Installing the Batteries

Slide open the battery compartment lid and insert two R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (not supplied). Be sure to match the + and - ends on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

Insert the negative (-) end first, then push in and down until the positive (+) end clicks into position. When you close the compartment lid, make sure to fix its position first.

When to replace the batteries

Under normal conditions, the batteries will last up to three months. When the batteries are worn out, the LCD display turns off about ten seconds after you press any control button. When you press a button, the LCD display turns on, and "BATT" appears in the display. When this happens, replace the batteries with new ones.

If you want to save the batteries

The LCD display of this Commander usually displays the last used component name. To save the batteries, you can also set the display to turn off while the Commander is not in use. See "Turning Off the LCD (DISP)" on page 33 for details.

Notes on batteries

• Do not mix old batteries with new ones or mix different types of batteries together.
• If the electrolyte inside the battery should leak, wipe the contaminated area of the battery compartment with a cloth and replace the old batteries with new ones. To prevent the electrolyte from leaking, remove the batteries when you plan not to use the Commander for a long period of time.
• The Commander still holds the memorised settings even after you change the batteries. To erase the memory, see "Erasing All Memorised Settings (DELETE)" on page 30.

Location of Controls

1 (Text) button
2 (Input) button
3 Number buttons
4--(1-) button
Colour buttons (Red, Green, Yellow, Blue)
6 LCD display
7 MENU ● button
8 Jog dial
9 (Volume) + / - buttons*
10 (Mute) button*
1 SET button

12 (Power) button
13 (TV) button
14 2- button
15 / / (Cursor) buttons or / / / (Player control) buttons
OK button
17 PROGR (Programme) +/- buttons
18 (Recall) button

*Note on the +1- and buttons

The Commander controls or mutes the TV's volume when you select a visual component. The Commander controls or mutes the amplifier's volume when you select an audio component.

Note

The function of control buttons vary depending on settings/operating modes.

"Table of Preset Functions" (page 38) shows how the Commander generally operates for each component at preset mode.

These settings can be changed, and some buttons are used specifically in the setup procedure as described in the following pages.

About the LCD display

The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) displays the component in operation or the current status of the Commander as shown below. It also has a backlight that lights up when you turn or push the Jog dial during component operations (does not light up at SET modes). When a remote control signal is sent, appears in the display.

Example: At normal mode

Remote control signal indicator

Example: At SET mode

• You can control up to 8 components, each of which are preset at Setting position numbers "S-1" to "S-8."

Note

At normal conditions, the LCD display shows the last selected component name. When the batteries are low of charge, "BATT" appears in the display after you press a control button.

How to use the Jog dial

The Jog dial can be used to perform various operations at the setup procedure, as well as selecting the components to operate.

Example: At normal mode

1 Turn the Jog dial to select the component you want to operate.

2 Press the button for the desired function.

Example: At SET mode

1 Turn the Jog dial to select the Setting position number ("S-1" to "S-8").

2 Press to enter.

The component name flashes in the display.

Tip

You can also press instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right (except for when you select a character at the NAME mode). You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Setting the Component Codes

The Commander is preset at the factory to operate Sony brand AV components (see the table below). You can use the Commander with other preset AV components also. If you are using the Commander with a factory-set Sony component, skip the following procedures.

To use with other AV components, you need to follow the procedures to set the correct codes for each component.

You can set 8 different components to 8 Setting position numbers (S-1 to S-8).

Setting position number	Display	Factory setting
S-1	TV	Sony TV
S-2	SAT (Satellite tuner)	Sony SAT
S-3	VCR (Video player)	Sony VHS VCR
S-4	DVD	Sony DVD player
S-5	CD	Sony CD player
S-6	MD	Sony MD deck
S-7	TAPE (Cassette deck*)	Sony cassette deck
S-8	AMP (Amplifier)	Sony amplifier

• Analog audio compact cassette deck

Note

See "Table of Preset Functions" (page 38) for the functions of buttons as for each component.

Setting by entering the code number

Tip

You can also press / instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Example: To set up a Philips' TV at "S-1/TV"

1 See the tables in the supplied "Component Code Numbers," and find the three-digit code number for the desired component. If more than one code number is listed, use the number that is listed first. For example, to set up a Philips' TV, you would use the code number 086.
2 Press SET.

"PRESET" flashes in the display, and the Commander changes to SET mode.

3 Press the Jog dial.

The Setting position number flashes, and the component name appears in the display. The Commander changes to the Component PRESET mode.

Note

If you have changed the name of the component (page 26) that name is displayed.

4 Turn the Jog dial to select the Setting position number ("S-1" to "S-8").

Each time you turn the Jog dial, the display changes as follows.

Notes

• If you have changed the names of the components (page 26) those names are displayed.
• If you press the Jog dial at "EXIT," the Commander returns to the top of SET mode (Step 2).

5 Press the Jog dial.

The component name flashes in the display.

Note

The component names displayed at this point represent the type of the component to operate. These names cannot be changed.

If you want to set a different component to this Setting position number, turn the Jog dial to select the desired component. The display changes as shown below.

Setting the Component Codes (continued)

Notes

• You cannot set "AMP" at "S-1" to "S-7." You can set "AMP" only at "S-8."
• If you press the Jog dial at "EXIT," the Commander returns to the top of the Component PRESET mode (Step 3).

6 Press the Jog dial.

The three-digit code number next to the component name flashes in the display.

7 Press the Number buttons to enter the three-digit component code number.

As you press a button, the number appears from the right side of the flashing numbers, and moves to the left when you press another button.

In this example:

Press 0,8,6.

When you set the code number to "000"

The component set at this Setting position number does not appear in the display at normal mode, and you cannot operate the component. This is useful when you want to skip unused components.

To put it back to the display, set the code number to match your component.

Tips

• You can also press PROGR + / - to go to the next/previous code number.
• It is useful that you take a note of the code number.

8 Press the Jog dial.

"OK" appears in the display. The code number is set, and the Commander returns to the Component PRESET mode.

If "NG" flashes twice and the three-digit component code number flashes again after you press the Jog dial, it means that the setup is incomplete. Check the component code number, and try setting again from Step 7.

If you want to set a code for another component, repeat from Steps 4 to 8.

9 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish setting.

To cancel setup

Press SET.

Note

If you don't input anything into the Commander for over 30 seconds between each step, the Commander exits SET mode.

Tips

• If you press the Jog dial at "EXIT" on each menu, the Commander returns to the top of the previous mode.
• If you press SET at any point during this operation, the settings to which "OK" have been displayed to this point are saved, and the setup procedure is cancelled. Start over from Step 2.

Setting by searching

You can find a code number available for a component that doesn't have one in the supplied "Component Code Numbers."

Before starting to search

Set each component to the following status so that the Search function works effectively.

TV: Power-on

SAT, VCR, DVD, AMP: Power-off CD, MD, TAPE: Power-on with a playback source (disc, cassette tape, etc.)

Tip

You can also press / instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Setting the Component Codes (continued)

1 Follow Steps 2 to 6 on pages 9 and 10 to go to the PRESET mode.
2 Aim the Commander at the component, and press PROGR + or PROGR - and in turn until the component reacts as described in the following. Powers off: TV Powers on: VCR, SAT, DVD, AMP Plays back: CD, MD, TAPE

Press PROGR + to go to the next code number.
Press PROGR - to go back to the previous code number.

After the numbers have reached the highest limit, they will start over from "000."

Each time a remote control signal is sent, appears in the display.

Tip It is useful that you take a note of the code number.

3 Press the Jog dial. "OK" appears in the display. The code number is set, and the Commander returns to the Component PRESET mode.

If you want to set a code for another component, repeat from Step 1 to 3.

4 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish setting.

To cancel setup

Press SET.

Note

If you don't input anything into the Commander for over 30 seconds between each step, the Commander exits SET mode.

Tips

• If you press the Jog dial at "EXIT" on each menu, the Commander returns to the top of the previous mode.
• If you press SET at any point during this operation, the setup procedure will be cancelled. Start over from Step 1.

Operating Your Components with the Remote Commander

When you operate a non-Sony component, make sure you set the component code number first (page 8).

Operating a component

1 Turn the Jog dial to select the component you want to operate.

At the factory, the selection order is preset as follows.

Notes

• If you have changed the name of the component (page 26) that name is displayed.
• You can change the selection order also (page 24).

2 Press the button for the desired function.

See "Table of Preset Functions" (page 38) for the functions of buttons for each component.

When a remote control signal is sent, appears in the display.

Tip

You can skip an unused component from the selection menu by entering "000" to the code number (page 10). To put it back on the display, set the code number to match your component.

Note

The remote control signals may be different for some components or functions. In this case, program the remote control signals with the Learning function (see page 15).

Operating Your Components with the Remote Commander (continued)

Note on buttons that have already "learned" remote control signals

If another signal has already been programmed on that button using the Learning function (page 15), that "learned" signal will work even after you set the component code number. To use it as a preset function button, first erase its "learned" signal (page 21).

When you use a double cassette deck

1 If the remote control for your deck has a Deck A/B select control, the (recall) button on your Commander has the corresponding function.

2 If you cannot select Deck A/B with the (recall) button, first set the number code for either one of the decks, and

• set the function controls for the other deck to other free buttons (for example, the Number buttons) using the Learning function (page 15),

or

• assign the other deck to another Setting position number (page 8).

When you select the input source to the amplifier

1 Turn the Jog dial to select "AMP," then press the Jog dial.

Note

If you have changed the name of the amplifier (page 26), that name is displayed.

2 Turn the Jog dial to select the desired component.

The selection order is as follows.

Notes

• If the preset amplifier does not have an input select function, or you have not "learned" any functions to the buttons (page 15), no names are displayed.
• The names and numbers of input sources vary depending on the component's code number, "learned" functions, or if you changed the names using the NAME function (page 26).

3 Press the Jog dial.

appears in the display. The input source is set, and "AMP" appears in the display again.

Note

If the input select does not function properly, you can setup the Commander using the Learning function (page 15).

Tip

It is convenient if you program frequently used input sources to the Number buttons or Colour buttons using the Learning function (page 15).

Controlling the volume

To control the volume of an audio component (CD, MD, TAPE)

Press + / - to control the volume, and to mute on the amplifier.

Example

When you press + / - at "CD," you can control the volume of the amplifier.

You can change this setting also (page 15).

To control the volume of a visual component (SAT, VCR, DVD)

Press + / - to control the volume, and to mute on the TV.

Example

When you press + / - at "VCR," you can control the volume of the TV.

You can change this setting also (page 15).

Note

If you have programmed any signal on the + / - or 假 button for "TV" or "AMP" using the Learning function (page 15), that signal will not be transmitted when you control other components. To use "learned" signals, you need to program the + / - or 假 buttons for each component using the Learning function.

Operating Non-Preset Components

— Learning Function

To operate non-preset components or functions, use the following Learning procedure to "teach" any of the programmable buttons to operate the functions of another remote control. You can also use the Learning function to change the signals of individual buttons after setting the component code number.

It is recommended that you make a note of the "learned" function controls.

Note

Some specific remote control signals may not be "learned."

Programming a component signal

Operating Non-Preset Components

• Learning Function (continued)

Tip

You can also press / instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Example: To program the (Play) signal of your component to the VCR (Play) button of the Commander

You can "teach" to "AMP" only at "S-8." See also page 18.

1 Place the RM-VZ950T head to head with your component's remote control.

Remote control for your component

2 Press SET, turn the Jog dial to select "LEARN," then press the Jog dial.

The Setting position number flashes, and the component name appears in the display. The Commander changes to the LEARN mode.

Note

If you have changed the name of the component (page 26), that name is displayed.

3 Turn the Jog dial to select the Setting position number ("S-1" to "S-8") of the component you want to set up. Then press the Jog dial. The component name flashes in the display.

Note

If you have changed the name of the component (page 26), that name is displayed.

4 Press the button on the Commander you want to "teach."

The component name stops flashing, and "LEARN" flashes rapidly in the display (Learning function standby).

If another signal has already been "learned" by that button

"NG" flashes twice, and the component name flashes again. Either "teach" to another free button, or erase the already "learned" function (page 21) and start over from the beginning.

5 Press and hold the button on the other remote control, until "OK" appears in the display.

During data transfer, "LEARN" stops flashing.

After data transfer is complete, "OK" appears in the display.

Then, the Commander returns to its state in Step 3.

If "NG" flashes twice, and the component name flashes again

Learning was unsuccessful. Try again from Step 4.

6 Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to "teach" functions to other buttons.
7 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish Learning.

To cancel Learning

Press SET.

Notes

• If you do not perform Learning steps within 30 seconds at any point during the process, the LEARN mode ends.
• If you do not perform Step 5 within 10 seconds after Step 4, the Commander returns to its state in Step 3.
• You cannot teach to the Jog dial and the SET button.
• If the memory of the commander is full, "OVER" flashes, and the Commander returns to its state in Step 3. Erase the already "learned" function (page 21) and start over from the beginning.

If the Commander does not seem to be working

If the "learned" button does not operate properly, "teach" once again. (For example, if the volume becomes very loud after pressing + only once, noise may have interfered during the Learning procedure.)

If you set a component code after "learning" a signal

If you have programmed any signal on a button by the Learning function, that signal will work even after you set a component code.

Note on the REC signal

You can only "teach" to one button at a time. Therefore you cannot teach a sequential button operation (for example REC + ) to a single button on your Commander.

Operating Non-Preset Components

• Learning Function (continued)

When you "teach" signals to the + / - or 路 buttons

If you have programmed any signal on the + / - or 假 button for "TV" or "AMP" using the Learning function, that signal will not be transmitted. To use "learned" signals, you need to program the + / - or 假 buttons for each component using the Learning function.

When you "teach" the signals for an air-conditioner or illumination

If you have unused components or unused control buttons on your Commander, you can "teach" the signals for non-Audio Visual components such as an air conditioner.

Note

If you are "teaching" signals for an air conditioner, you may need to perform Learning anew every season.

When you "teach" the signals for the amplifier

At Step 3 (page 16), the display changes as shown below after pressing the Jog dial.

Proceed "learning" from Step 4 to 7.

You can also "teach" the input select (page 19).

For accurate Learning

• Do not move the remote units during the Learning procedure.
• Be sure to keep holding down the "learning" button until your Commander reacts as described.
• Use fresh batteries in both remote units.
• Avoid Learning in places under direct sunlight or a strong fluorescent light.
• The remote control detector area may differ depending on each remote unit. If Learning does not work, try changing the positions of the two remote control units.
• When you "teach" signals of an interactive signal exchange system remote control unit (supplied with some of Sony's receivers and amplifiers) to the Commander, the response signal of the main unit may interfere with the Learning of the Commander. In such a case, move to a place where the signals will not reach the main unit (e.g. other rooms, etc.).

IMPORTANT

Be sure to place the Commander out of the reach of small children or pets. Components such as air conditioners, heaters, electric appliances, and electric shutters or curtains receiving an infrared signal can be dangerous if misused.

Note

For details on the learnable remote control signals, see "Specifications" on page 35.

Programming the input select for the amplifier

If you cannot select the input source even after setting the code number (page 8), you can "teach" the function directly from the amplifier's remote commander.

Note

You can operate the amplifier only at "S-8."

1 Follow Step 1 to 2 on page 16 to go to the LEARN mode.
2 Turn the Jog dial to select "S-8," Then press the Jog dial. "AMP" appears and "VIDEO1" flashes in the display.

Operating Non-Preset Components - Learning Function (continued)

3 Press and hold the input select button (e.g.VIDEO or CD etc.) on your amplifier's remote control, until "OK" appears in the display. During data transfer, "LEARN" stops flashing. After data transfer is complete, "OK" appears in the display. Then, the Commander returns to its state in Step 2.

If "NG" flashes twice, and the component name flashes again Learning was unsuccessful. Try again from this Step.

4 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish Learning.

To cancel Learning Press SET.

Changing or erasing the function of a "learned" button

To change the "learned" function, erase it first and perform Learning again.

To erase the "learned" function of a single button

Tip

You can also press / instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial (except for the following Steps 4 and 5).

Example: To erase the "learned" function from the VCR Number button 1

1 Follow Step 2 on page 16 to go to the LEARN mode.
2 Turn the Jog dial to select the Setting position number ("S-1" to "S-8") of the component you want to erase. Then press the Jog dial.

The component name flashes in the display.

Note

If you have changed the name of the component (page 26) that name is displayed.

3 Turn the Jog dial to select "DEL," then press the Jog dial.

"DEL" appears in the first row, and "KEY?" flashes in the display.

Operating Non-Preset Components

• Learning Function (continued)

4 Press the button you want to erase.

"OK?" flashes rapidly in the display.

5 Press the same button again.

"OK" stops flashing, and the component name flashes again.

If you want to erase the "learned" function from another button, repeat from Step 3 to 5.

6 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish erasing.

Notes

• If you exit SET mode by pressing SET, nothing is erased.
• It may take a few seconds to finish erasing depending on the amount of memory to be erased. In this case, a processing indicator appears in the display. Wait until this indicator disappears.

To erase all function signals "learned" for a specific component

Tip

You can also press / instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Example: To erase all functions "learned" by the "VCR" mode

1 Follow Steps 1 to 3 on page 21. Then turn the Jog dial until the component name flashes rapidly in the display.

Note

If you have changed the name of the component (page 26) that name is displayed.

2 Press the Jog dial.

"OK?" flashes rapidly in the display.

Operating Non-Preset Components

• Learning Function (continued)

3 Press the Jog dial again. "DEL OK" appears in the display, and the component name flashes again.

Note

In some cases, a processing indicator (see Notes on page 22) might appear in the display. Wait until this indicator disappears.

4 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish erasing.

To exit SET mode, press SET.

Changing the Component Selection Order (MOVE)

At the factory, the Commander is preset to change the component in the following order. However, you can change the order as you like.

Tip

You can also press / instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Example: To move "VCR" between "TAPE" and "AMP"

1 Press SET, turn the Jog dial to select "MOVE," then press the Jog dial.

The Commander changes to the MOVE mode.

Note

If you have changed the name of the component (page 26) that name is displayed.

2 Turn the Jog dial to select the desired component you want to move, then press the Jog dial.

The selected component name flashes rapidly.

3 Turn the Jog dial to select a component in front of where you want to set the selected component.

While you scroll through the menu, all other component names also flash rapidly.

In this example:

Select "AMP."

4 Press the Jog dial.

"OK" appears in the display for one second. The component selection order is fixed, and the previously selected component name flashes again.

Changing the Component Selection Order (MOVE) (continued)

The component selection order is changed as follows.

If you want to move the position again, repeat Steps 3 and 4.

5 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish setting.

To cancel setup

Press SET.

Note

If you have set the code number "000" for a component (page 10), it is not displayed.

Tip

You can also skip an unused component by setting its code number to "000" (page 10).

Changing the Name of the Component (NAME)

You can change the name of the component to operate. This is convenient when you are using more than one of the same component.

You can write up to six characters for the component name.

Tip

You can also press instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right (except for when you select a character to write a name).

You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Example: To change "VCR" to "SONYDV"

1 Press SET, turn the Jog dial to select "NAME," then press the Jog dial.

The Setting position number flashes, and the component name appears in the display. The Commander changes to the NAME mode.

Note

If you already have changed the name of the component, that name is displayed.

Tips

• It is recommended that you look at your note on the component code list when write the names.
• If you press the Jog dial at "EXIT"at any point during operation, the Commander returns to the previous mode.

2 Turn the Jog dial to select the component name you want to change, then press the Jog dial.

The component name flashes in the display.

If you want to change the name of the amplifier's input source, press the Jog dial again. The input source name flashes in the display.

3 Press the Jog dial.

A cursor flashes on the first character of the component name.

4 Turn the Jog dial to select a desired character.

The selected character and the cursor flash in turn.

Changing the Name of the Component (NAME) (continued)

Each time you turn the Jog dial, the characters change as listed below:

Capital letters of the English alphabet. Small letters of the English alphabet. Numbers 0 to 9 Symbols -, (.dot), /, :, (colon), @, <, >>, (space)

Tip

It is useful that you take a note of the names.

5 Press the Jog dial to move to the next character field, and enter the next character.

You can enter up to six characters.

You can freely change a character by pressing or to move the cursor to the desired character field.

Note

If you press SET during this procedure, the name written thus far is saved as the new name.

After you finish entering the sixth character, "EXIT" flashes in the display.

6 Press the Jog dial.

The component name of the next Setting position number flashes in the display.

If you want to change the name for another component, repeat from Step 3.

7 Press SET.

The newly written component name appears in the display.

To reset the name of the component back to the initial factory preset

Tip

You can also press / instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Example: To reset the changed name at "S-3" to the factory preset

1 Follow Steps 1 to 2 on page 27. Then turn the Jog dial to select "INIT." "INIT." flashes in the display.

2 Press the Jog dial.

The factory preset component name of the selected Setting position number flashes in the display.

If you want to reset the names for other Setting position numbers, turn the Jog dial to select "EXIT," press the Jog dial, and repeat from Steps 1 to 2.

3 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish setting.

Erasing All Memorised Settings (DELETE)

You can erase the memorised settings, such as component code numbers or names, or "learned" settings to a Setting position number, or all memorised settings and reset the Commander to the initial factory settings.

Erasing all memorised settings from a Setting position number

Tip

You can also press instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

1 Press SET, and turn the Jog dial to select "DELETE."

"DELETE" flashes in the display.

2 Press the Jog dial.

The Setting position number flashes, and the component name appears in the display. The Commander changes to the DELETE mode.

Note

If you have changed the name of the component (page 26) that name is displayed.

3 Turn the Jog dial to select the desired component, then press the Jog dial.

"OK?" flashes rapidly in the display.

4 Press the Jog dial.

"OK" appears in the display for one second. All settings to the selected Setting position number are deleted. The Setting position number flashes, and the original component name appears in the display.

If you want to delete the memorised setting from another Setting position number, repeat from Step 3.

5 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish erasing.

Erasing all memorised settings from the Commander

Factory Reset

Tip

You can also press instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Erasing all Memorized Settings (DELETE) (continued)

1 Follow Steps 1 to 2 on page 30 to go to the DELETE mode.
2 Turn the Jog dial to select "ALL."

"ALL" flashes in the display.

3 Press the Jog dial.

"ALL OK?" flashes rapidly in the display.

4 Press the Jog dial.

"ALL OK" appears, and "DEL" flashes in the display.

All settings are erased, and the Commander returns to the factory preset.

Note

Through this operation, all "learned" functions as well as the component code numbers, the names of the components, and the component selection order are reset to the factory setting.

Turning Off the LCD (DISP)

You can turn off the LCD display when the Commander is not in use to save the batteries. You can set the time for the display to turn off at 10 to 240 seconds (4 minutes) in increments of 1 second. By setting the LCD to turn off, you can increase the battery life from 1 to 3 times longer than at normal use.

Setting the time for the LCD to turn off

Tip

You can also press / instead of turning the Jog dial to the left/right. You can also press OK instead of pressing the Jog dial.

Example: To set the LCD to turn off after 30 seconds

1 Press SET, and turn the Jog dial to select "DISP."

"DISP." flashes in the display.

2 Press the Jog dial.

"ON" flashes in the display. The Commander changes to the DISP mode.

Note

The battery life varies depending on how you use the Commander and the time for the LCD to turn off.

3 Turn the Jog dial to select "OFF."

The time for the LCD to turn off flashes in the display.

Turning Off the LCD (DISP) (continued)

4 Press the Number buttons to enter the time for the LCD to turn off.

In this example:

Press 3,0

You can also press PROGR + or PROGR - to enter the time.

5 Press the Jog dial.

"OK" appears in the display for one second. The time for the LCD to turn off is set, and the Commander returns to the top of SET mode.

If "NG" flashes twice

The input time is not effective. Try again from Step 4.

6 Select "EXIT," then press the Jog dial to finish setting.

To cancel setup

Press SET.

Precautions

• Do not drop the unit or give a shock to the unit, or it may cause a malfunction.
• Do not leave the unit in a location hear heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain or mechanical shock.
• Do not put foreign objects into the unit. Should any liquid or solid object fall into the unit, have it checked by qualified personnel before operating the unit any further.
• Do not expose the remote control detectors of your components to direct sunlight or other strong illumination. Too much light there can interfere with remote control operations.
• Be sure to place the Commander out of the reach of small children or pets. Components such as air conditioners, heaters, electric appliances, and electric shutters or curtains receiving an infrared signal can be dangerous if misused.

Specifications

Operating distance

Approx. 10m 32.8 ft.) (varies depending on components of different manufacturers)

Power requirements

Two R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (not supplied)

Battery life

Approx. 3 months (varies depending on frequency of use)

Dimensions

Approx. 49 × 230 × 25 ~mm (1^15 / _16 × 9)^1 / 8 × 1 in.) (w × h × d)

Mass

210g (7 oz) (including alkaline batteries)

Learnable signals*

Capacity per signal: up to 250 bit
Signal frequency range: up to 500 kHz

Signal interval: up to 400 ms
Number of learnable keys: up to 260 keys (varies depending on learned signals)

• Some signals cannot be learned by the Commander, even though the signals comply with these specifications.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Troubleshooting

If you have problems setting up or using the Remote Commander, first check the batteries (page 5), then check the items below.

Symptom	Remedy
You cannot operate the components.	·Go closer to the component. The maximum operating distance is approximately 10 m (32.8 ft).·Aim the Commander directly at the component, and make sure there are no obstructions between the Commander and the component.·Power on the components first, if necessary.·Make sure you have selected the correct component.·Check that the component has infrared remote capability. For example, if your component didn't come with a remote commander, it probably isn't capable of being controlled by a remote commander.·The component name in the display does not correspond to the component in operation. Check the component assigned to that Setting position number and the component code.
You cannot control the volume.	·If your visual components are connected to an audio system, select “AMP” on your Commander to control the volume. You can also “teach” the amplifier's singal to the ∅+/- buttons for each of your visual components on your Commander.·If you have programmed any signal on the ∅+/- button for “TV” or “AMP” using the Learning function (page 15), that signal will not be transmitted when you control other components. To use “learned” signals, you need to program the ∅+/- buttons for each component using the Learning function.
You cannot operate the components even after setting the component code numbers.	·Set the component code correctly. If the code that is listed first for your component doesn't work, try all the codes for your component in the order in which they are listed in the supplied “Component Code Numbers”.·Some features may not be preset. If some or all of the buttons do not function correctly even after you have set the component codes, then use the Learning function to program the remote control signals for the component (page 15).·The component may be operated with a code number that is not listed in the “Component Code Numbers”. See “Setting by searching” (page 11) and try setting a code number again.
The Commander fails to learn the remote control signals.	·When you “teach” signals of an interactive signal exchange system remote control unit (supplied with some of Sony's receivers and amplifiers) to the Commander, the response signal of the main unit may interfere with the learning of the Commander. In such a case, move to a place where the signals will not reach the main unit (e.g. other rooms, etc.).
You cannot operate a component even after you programmed the remote control signals with the Learning function.	·Make sure that the Remote Commander has "learned" the correct signals. If not, see "For accurate Learning" (page 18) and try the Learning procedure again (page 15).·You can "teach" to a component whose code number is set to "000," but the component does not appear at normal mode. To use the "learned" function, you must set the component code to an other number than "000." (The "learned" function will not be erased.)
"NG" flashes twice.	·The button has already "learned" a function. Either try Learning to another button, or erase the "learned" function and try Learning again (page 15).·Learning has not succeeded. See "For accurate Learning" (page 18) and try the Learning procedure again (page 15).·The component codes cannot be set. See the supplied "Component Code Numbers" and try setting the component codes again (page 8).
"OVER" flashes twice.	·The memory of the Commander is full. Clear infrequently used Learned functions (page 21), then carry out learning operations.
"DEL" does not work at the LEARN mode.	·Select "EXIT" with the Jog dial to exit the current mode.
You cannot enter SET mode.	·Replace the batteries with new ones, and try operating again.
SET mode is cancelled.	·If you don't input anything into the Commander for over 30 seconds, the Commander exits SET mode. Proceed to the next Step within 30 seconds.
The display shows wrong names.	·If you have changed the name of the component, that name appears. If you have changed the component selection order, the components are selected in the changed sequence. To change the component selection order or component names, see "Changing the Component Selection Order (MOVE)" on page 24, or "Changing the Name of the Component (NAME)" on page 26. To reset the Commander to the initial factory preset, see "Erasing all memorised settings from the Commander—Factory Reset" on page 31.

If none of the above have solved your problems, try resetting the Commander to the factory setting (page 31) before contacting any Customer Support.

Table of Preset Functions

Note

There may be some components or functions that cannot be operated with this Commander.

Using Fastext

With Fastext you can access pages with a press on a button. When a Fastext page is broadcast, a colour-coded menu appears at the bottom of the screen. The colours of this menu correspond to the RED, GREEN, YELLOW, BLUE buttons on the Commander. Press the button which corresponds to the colour-coded menu. The page will be displayed after some seconds.

TV

KEY	FUNCTION
11	To turn the power on/off.
31-9,0	To change the programme. Also to turn on.
4-/,1-	To select double-digit numbers. Works in the same way as the TV's commander.
132-	To select a number between 20 and 29.
5RED, GREEN, YELLOW, BLUE	Fastext buttons
1	To switch to teletext.
12	To turn on. To return from teletext to TV.
2	To change the input mode.
7	To call up the MENU display.
6▲	To move the cursor upward.
6▼	To move the cursor downward.
6	To move the cursor to the right.
6	To move the cursor to the left.
14OK	To enter the selection of the MENU display.
15PROGR +/-	Programme up: +
	Programme down: -
16	To operate JUMP, FLASHBACK or PROGRAMME RETURN function on the TV depending on the setting of the TV's manufacturer.
9+/-	Volume up: +
	Volume down: -
10	To mute the volume on the TV. Press again to turn muted off.
SAT
KEY	FUNCTION
11	To turn the power on/off.
31-9,0	To change the programme. Also to turn on.
4--	To select double-digit numbers. Works in the same way as the TV's commander.
5RED, GREEN, YELLOW, BLUE	Fastext buttons
2	To switch the output of the SAT receiver to the TV*.
12 (EPG)	To turn the EPG display on/off.
1 (GUIDE)	To bring up Master Guide.
132-(EXIT)	To exit the mode.
7 MENU	To call up the MENU display.
6▲	To move the cursor upward.
6▼	To move the cursor downward.
6	To move the cursor to the right.
6	To move the cursor to the left.
14OK	To bring up the Station Index when a program guide is not displayed. To select the programme that is highlighted.
15 PROGR +/-	Channel up: + Channel down: -
16	To operate JUMP, FLASHBACK or PROGRAMME RETURN function on the SAT depending on the setting of the SAT's manufacturer.

• When you connect a TV cable or antenna to the SAT, the output switches between the TV and SAT programme.

VCR
KEY	FUNCTION
11	To turn the power on/off.
31-9,0	To change the programme. Also to turn on.
2	To select the input source. The source changes each time you press the button.
6	To rewind.
6	To play.
6	To fast-forward.
7	To record, press▶ while pressing ◆*. First release▶, then release ●.
6	To stop.
14	To pause.
15	Programme up: +
13	Programme down: -
2-	To select a number between 20 and 29.
4-/,1-	To select double-digit numbers. Works in the same way as the VCR's commander.

**You can assign this operation to a single button (●) using the Learning function (page 15).

Table of Preset Functions (continued)

DVD
KEY	FUNCTION
11	To turn the power on/off.
31-9,0	Number buttons: To set items selected from the screen.
41-, -/-- (+10)	To select numbers 10 and above.
132-(ENTER)	To enter the setting. To set items selected from the screen.
2 (AUDIO)	To change the sound.
12☐(DISPLAY)	To show the current play status on the screen.
1 (TITLE)	To display the title menu.
7 MENU	To display the DVD menu.
6▲	To move the cursor upward.
6▼	To move the cursor downward.
6▶	To move the cursor to the right.
6〈	To move the cursor to the left.
14OK	To execute items selected from the screen.
5 RED (▲)	To rewind.
5 GREEN (■)	To stop.
5 YELLOW (▲)	To play.
5 BLUE (▲)	To fast-forward.
15 PROGR + (FF (AMS))	To proceed to the next location or song.
15 PROGR - (REW (AMS))	To proceed to the previous location or song.

CD

KEY	FUNCTION
11	To turn the power on/off.
31-9,0	To select the track number. 0 selects track 10.
41-, -/-- (+10)	To select numbers 10 and above.
16 (D.SKIP)	To select next disk.
6	To select the previous track.
6	To play.
6	To select the next track.
6	To stop.
14	To pause.
MD
KEY	FUNCTION
11	To turn the power on/ off.
31-9,0	To select the track number. 0 selects track 10.
41,-/- (+10)	To select numbers 10 and above.
16 (D.SKIP)	To select the next disc.
6	To select the previous track.
6	To play.
6	To select the next track.
7	To record, press while pressing .First release , then release .
6	To stop.
14	To pause.

• You can assign this operation to a single button (●) using the Learning function (page 15).

TAPE
KEY	FUNCTION
30 (REV PB)	To play in reverse mode.
16 C (A/B)	To select deck A/B**.
6 ▼	To rewind.
6 ▶	To play.
6 ▶	To fast-forward.
7 ●	To record, press ▷ while pressing ●*. First release ▷, then release ●.
6 ■	To stop.
14 ■	To pause.

• You can assign this operation to a single button (●) using the Learning function (page 15).

**If you cannot select deck A/B, see page 14.

AMP
KEY	FUNCTION
11	To turn the power on/off.
8 Jog dial	To select the input source**: Changes every time the Jog dial is pressed. ·VIDEO 1 ·VIDEO 2 ·AUX ·TUNER ·CD ·TAPE ·DVD ·TV ·PHONO ·INPUT
15 PROGR +/- (BAND +/-)	Presetting or tuning frequency up: +
	Presetting or tuning frequency down: -
16 C (SHIFT)	To shift band or presetting select.
9 ∅ +/-	Volume up: +
	Volume down: -
10 ∅	To mute the volume on the AMP. Press again to turn muted off.

**If the input source does not have remote control signals (preset or "learned"), it is not displayed.

Index

A,B

Batteries 5

C

Changing
component selection order
(MOVE)24
learned signal 21
name of the components (NAME)
26
Code number 8
Component signal 15

D

Display 7

E

Erasing learned signal 21
memorised settings (DELETE) 30

F, G, H

Factory setting 8, 29, 31

1

Input select 14, 19

J,K

Jog dial 7

L, M

LCD display See "Display" Learning Function 15

N, O

Normal mode 7 Number buttons 10

P, Q, R

Preset components 8

S

Searching Code number 11
SET mode Changing the component selection order (MOVE)24 Changing the name of the component NAME)26 Erasing all memorised settings (DELETE)30 Learning function 15 Setting the component codes 8 Turning off the LCD (DISP)33 Setting position number 7

T, U

Table of Preset Functions 38
AMP 41
CD 40
DVD 40
MD 41
SAT 39
TAPE 41
TV 38
VCR 39
Troubleshooting 36

V,W,X,Y,Z

Volume Control 15

Inhalt

VCR (Videorecorder) 39

DVD (DVD-Player) 40

CD (CD-Player) 40

MD (MD-Player) 41

TAPE (Kassettendeck) 41