Sony RM-AX4000A - Universal Remote Control User manual

Operating Instructions
Integrated Remote
Commander
© 2005 Sony Corporation
Getting Started
Operating
Unit Settings
Setting by On-Remote Setup
Additional Information
RM-AX4000A
RM-AX4000
Appendix
This manual explains two models, RM-AX4000A and RM-AX4000.
On the model RM-AX4000A, the supplied software “AX Remote
Editor” is updated.

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WARNING
To reduce the risk fire or
electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do
not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified
personnel only.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Owner’s Record
The model number is located on the rear
of the unit and the serial number is
located in the battery compartment.
Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. RM-AX4000
Serial No.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment to an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call; Sony Electronics
Support 1-866-922-7669 or
http://www.sony.com/remotesupport

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Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model number: RM-AX4000
Responsible Party:
Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127
USA
Telephone number:
858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Notice for users
On the supplied software
•Copyright laws prohibit reproducing
the software or the manual
accompanying it in whole or in part, or
renting the software without the
permission of the copyright holder.
•In no event will SONY be liable for any
financial damage, or loss of profits,
including claims made by third parties,
arising out of the use of the software
supplied with this unit.
•In the event a problem occurs with this
software as a result of defective
manufacturing, SONY will replace it.
However, SONY bears no other
responsibility.
•The software provided with this unit
cannot be used with equipment other
than that which is so designated.
•Please note that, due to continued
efforts to improve quality, the software
specifications may be changed without
notice.
•Operation of this unit with software
other than that provided is not covered
by the warranty.
Program © 2005, 2006 Sony Corporation
Documentation © 2005, 2006 Sony
Corporation
Microsoft, Windows and Windows
Media are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
All other trademarks and registered
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trademarks of their respective holders.
In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not
specified.
Adobe Reader is a trademark of Adobe
Systems Incorporated.
•Microsoft Windows XP Media Center
Edition, Microsoft Windows XP
Professional and Microsoft Windows
XP Home Edition are mentioned as
Windows XP in this manual.
•Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional is
mentioned as Windows 2000 in this
manual.

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Features
The RM-AX4000 Remote Commander
provides centralized control of all your
AV components from a single remote
control and saves the trouble of operating
different AV components with different
remote control devices. The following are
its main features.
Control up to 16 components
With the Remote Commander, you can
control up to 16 components, including
your TV, VCR, DVD, DVR, CD, RCVR,
etc.
Centralized control of Sony AV
components with this one Remote
Commander
The Remote Commander is preset at the
factory to operate Sony brand
components, so you can use it out of the
box as a control center for your Sony AV
components.
Remote control signals for non-Sony
components are also preset
The Remote Commander also recognizes
the preset codes for most major brands
components, as well as Sony. Just select
the corresponding codes to control all
your AV components.
XPRESS functions for executing a
series of actions to operate several
AV components by pressing just one
key.
Groups of commands from different
components can be set for up to 8
XPRESS functions. For example, when
you watch a DVD using a TV and
amplifier/receiver, you can press just one
key to turn on/off each component, and
select the correct inputs. Available keys
for the XPRESS function appear on the
LCD display.
Also, the XPRESS function can memorize
the status of power on/off, input select
status of each component, and send a
signal to synchronize them to the Remote
Commander, regardless of their current.
Air-Slide executes an XPRESS
function by “sliding your finger”
across the LCD display
You can also perform an XPRESS
function by sliding your finger in a set
pattern across the Remote Commander's
LCD Display. This function is called an
“Air-Slide”, and 6 different patterns are
available.
The AX Remote Editor software allows
you to make advanced settings for the
Remote Commander.
Clock display and Timer function
Up to 8 Timer macros can be
programmed to automatically turn on/
off components and other controls (such
as recording, stopping, etc.).

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Learning function lets you program
other remote control signals you may
need
The Remote Commander can learn the
remote control infrared signals of non-
preset components. The Remote
Commander can learn remote control
signals (infrared signals only) of other
devices such as air conditioners, lights,
etc. (some specific appliances or
functions may not be available).
System Control function executes a
series of actions (a macro) by
pressing one button/key
In addition to the XPRESS function, more
settings can be programmed to perform a
series of actions (a macro) just by
pressing one button. You can program up
to 8 System Control functions.
Furthermore, you can program a series of
actions (a macro) to other buttons as a
single step of an XPRESS function or
component operation.
KeyMacro function allows you to
select a channel with a single key
The Remote Commander allows you to
program a macro for a key to operate an
AV component. For example, you can
create a macro that enters the numbers 1,
2, and 3, to select channel 123 just by
pressing one key.
The AX Remote Editor software allows
you to make advanced settings for the
Remote Commander.
Easy-to-operate Touch-key LCD with
blue back light
The Remote Commander has a Touch-
key LCD that changes keys and labels
according to the selected component. The
Remote Commander is easy to operate as
only the keys necessary to operate the
selected component are shown. The
display backlight allows operation even
in the dark.
The supplied software “AX Remote
Editor” for easy Remote Commander
setup
By installing the “AX Remote Editor” on
the supplied CD-ROM onto your PC, you
can customize the setting of the Remote
Commander according to your
preferences. You can also program
various advanced settings easily.
The settings programmed on your PC
can be transferred to the Remote
Commander as necessary using the
supplied USB cable.

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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................. 8
Location and function of controls ........................................................................................ 8
Installing the batteries ....................................................................................................... 10
When to replace the batteries............................................................................................ 10
Setting the clock ................................................................................................................. 11
Remote Commander settings and operating procedures ................................................... 13
About the factory setting ................................................................................................... 13
How to set up the Remote Commander (On-PC Setup and On-Remote Setup) ...... 13
Setting procedure for On-PC Setup ................................................................................. 14
Setting procedure for On-Remote Setup ......................................................................... 15
Setting up for your PC ........................................................................................................ 16
Installing the “AX Remote Editor” .................................................................................. 16
Installing the USB driver ................................................................................................... 17
Connecting the Remote Commander to your PC .......................................................... 19
Using the “AX Remote Editor” to set up the Remote Commander .................................... 19
Using “AX Remote Editor”– Help ................................................................................... 20
Operating
Operating the Remote Commander .................................................................................... 21
What is the XPRESS function? .......................................................................................... 21
Operating the XPRESS function ....................................................................................... 22
Operating components individually ............................................................................... 25
To control the volume ........................................................................................................ 27
To synchronize with the status of a component ............................................................. 28
To perform an easy action “Air-Slide” for XPRESS function ............................................... 29
Executing a series of actions at a scheduled time ............................................................. 29
To quickly switch the Timer on or off .............................................................................. 30
Executing a series of actions with just one button ............................................................ 31
Other useful functions ........................................................................................................ 32
To operate the Remote Commander in the dark ............................................................ 32
Locking the controls – Hold function .............................................................................. 33
To turn off all the components at one time ..................................................................... 33
Unit Settings
Setting the backlight .......................................................................................................... 34
Setting the LCD display ...................................................................................................... 37
Setting the automatic-off time of the LCD display ........................................................ 37
Calibrating the alignment of the LCD display ............................................................... 39
Setting the contrast of the LCD display .......................................................................... 40
Setting the beep ................................................................................................................. 41
Adjusting the clock ............................................................................................................. 42
To change the display to the daylight savings time (summer time) indication ........ 43

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Setting by On-Remote Setup
Setting the preset codes ..................................................................................................... 45
Using non-preset remote control operations – Learning function ..................................... 47
To clear the learned signal from a key or button ............................................................................. 49
Learning up to 4 signals to one key ................................................................................................... 49
For accurate learning ......................................................................................................... 51
Programming a series of actions with just one button – System Control function ........... 51
To clear programmed series of actions for SYSTEM CONTROL button or
System Control key ......................................................................................................... 54
Setting the XPRESS macro activation ................................................................................. 56
Controlling the volume of visual components connected to an audio component ........... 57
Setting the Timer ................................................................................................................ 59
To program the Timer ........................................................................................................ 59
To clear a Timer macro ....................................................................................................... 64
Changing the names of labels ............................................................................................ 65
Erasing all the settings – Reset .......................................................................................... 68
Additional Information
Precautions ......................................................................................................................... 70
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................... 70
Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 70
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................. 71
Appendix
Table of preset functions .................................................................................................... 76
TV .......................................................................................................................................... 76
A-CBL (Analog Cable box) ................................................................................................ 77
D-SAT (Digital Satellite) .................................................................................................... 78
DVD (DVD player) ............................................................................................................. 79
VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) ........................................................................................ 80
DVR (Digital Video Recorder) .......................................................................................... 81
CD (CD player) ................................................................................................................... 82
RCVR (Receiver/Amplifier) ............................................................................................. 83
DVDVR (DVR/DVD combo) ............................................................................................ 84
DVD-R (DVD Recorder) .................................................................................................... 85
D-CBL (Digital Cable box) ................................................................................................. 86
DAV (DVD/Receiver combo) ........................................................................................... 87
PJ (Projector) ........................................................................................................................ 88
TAPE (Cassette deck) ......................................................................................................... 89
MD (MD deck) .................................................................................................................... 90
LIGHT .................................................................................................................................. 91
Full Display ......................................................................................................................... 92
Index ................................................................................................................................... 93

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Getting Started
Unpacking
Check the contents of the package before
using the Remote Commander.
•Remote Commander RM-AX4000 (1)
Although the packaging may say RM-
AX4000A, the Remote Commander is
RM-AX4000.
•USB cable (1)
•CD-ROM* (1)
– AX Remote Editor software
– Operating Instructions (PDF file)
•Quick Start Guide (1)
•Preset Code Lists (1)
•Warranty Card (1)
* Do not attempt to play this CD-ROM in an
audio CD player.
Location and function
of controls
EPG MENU
SYSTEM CONTROL
OK
1 MORE43
COMPONENT
VOLUME
BACK
XPRESS
2
RECALL
OFFLIGHTTIMER
COMMANDER
MUTING
SYNC-UP
CHANNEL
EXIT TOOLS
ALL OFF
qs
wa
wd
ws
qd
qh
qj
ql
qk
w;
qg
qf
1
2
qa
9
0
7
6
5
4
3
8
The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot.
1Clock display (pages 11, 42)
Displays the clock, the transmission
mark, the battery mark and the timer
mark.
2Label keys
Different keys appear depending on
the selected function. The Label keys
are used mainly to choose the XPRESS
function/component/System
Control/Timer/setting items, etc. You
can change the names of the XPRESS
function, components, System Control
key and Timer as the Label keys.
3COMPONENT button (page 25)
The component names appear as the
Label keys. When you press a
component name, the operating
display for that component appears.
4BACK button
Used to return to the previous display.

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Getting Started
5XPRESS button (page 22)
The XPRESS names appear as the
Label keys. When you press an
XPRESS name, the operating display
for that XPRESS function appears, and
its macro is performed.
6MENU button
Calls up the menu screen for
components that have menu function.
7EPG button
8OK and Cursor Control buttons
9EXIT button
q; TOOLS button
qa SYSTEM CONTROL buttons
(pages 31, 51)
You can automatically carry out the
entire program by pressing one
button.
qs Display title
Shows the title of the LCD Display. If
a page number such as “/1” appears,
multiple pages are available. If you
press the number, next page displays.
qd Touch-keys
The keys are used for setting the
Remote Commander and operating
each component appear on the LCD
display.
Note
Do not press the touch-keys using sharp
objects such as pins or ball-point pens.
qf SYNC-UP button (page 28)
Used to synchronize the Remote
Commander with the status of a
component .
qg TIMER button (page 29)
Used to set the timer program on/off.
qh COMMANDER OFF button
Turns the power of the Remote
Commander off.
qj LIGHT button (page 32)
Used to brighten the backlight in the
dark. Press the button once to turn
on/off the backlight.
qk CHANNEL +/– buttons
Selects the channel.
ql VOLUME +/– buttons*(page 27)
Adjusts the volume.
w; RECALL button
wa ALL OFF button (page 33)
ws MUTING button*(page 27)
Silences the sound. Press the button to
silence, and again to return to the
previous volume level.
wd MORE button (pages 31, 51)
The System Control keys (SYSTEM5-
8) are displayed as the Label keys.
When you press a System Control key,
its macro is performed.
Note
No default System Control key macros are
set at the factory.
*Note on the VOLUME +/– and
MUTING buttons
When you select a visual component, the
TV’s volume will be controlled; when you
select an audio component, the amplifier’s
volume will be controlled.
Note on the LCD display’s power
on/off
To turn on the LCD display, press any button
except the COMMANDER OFF button.
To turn off the LCD display, press the
COMMANDER OFF button. If you do not use
the Remote Commander within 5 minutes, the
LCD display automatically turns off.
This interval can also be changed (page 37).

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Installing the batteries
Slide and open the battery compartment
lid and insert four size AA (R6) alkaline
batteries (not supplied). Be sure to match
the + and – of the batteries with the +
and – of the battery compartment.
When to replace the
batteries
When replacing the batteries, do it
quickly. Otherwise, the memory
settings for the clock will be erased.
The clock does not work while
replacing the batteries.
Alkaline batteries will last up to 5
months (a Sony TV turned On/Off up to
approx. 300 times per day). If the Remote
Commander does not operate properly,
the batteries are getting weak and E
appears on the LCD display. When the
LCD display dims or the backlight for the
touch keys grows dim, the batteries are
getting weak, and need to be replaced.
Notes on replacing the batteries
• Do not attempt to recharge dry batteries.
• Do not carry dry batteries together with coins
or other metallic objects. This can generate
heat if the positive and negative terminals of
the batteries accidentally come into contact
with metallic objects.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a
long time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the
same time.
• When you replace the batteries, replace them
both with new ones.

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Getting Started
Setting the clock
When you install batteries the first time,
the Remote Commander enters clock
setup mode.
“DS_TIME” appears as the Display title.
“STD_TIME” lights and “SET” and
“DS_TIME” flash on the Label keys.
STD_TIME: standard time
DS_TIME: daylight savings time
DS_TIME
SU
LEARN
NG
SET [STD_TIME] DS_TIME
1 Press “STD_TIME” or
“DS_TIME” on the Label keys.
The current setting is shown inside
the [ ], while the other flashes.
If the summer time (daylight savings
time) is used in your area, press the
DS_TIME key. When the time change
occurs (in spring and autumn), the
Remote Commander will
automatically adjust itself.
If the summer time is not used in your
area, press the STD_TIME key.
2 Press “SET” on the Label keys.
SET
A beep sounds, “SET” and “SU” flash,
and “12:00 AM” lights on the Clock
display.
CLOCK
SU
AM
LEARN
NG
SET STD_TIME
3 Set the day of the week by
pressing the For fbutton.
The selected day of the week flashes.
Next, press the gbutton. The day of
the week is set.
“12” (hour) “AM” and “SET” flash.
CLOCK
SU
AM
LEARN
NG
SET STD_TIME
Note
If you press the Gbutton, the day of the
week is set and setting mode skips to step
5.
or
Continued
SU : Sunday
MO : Monday
TU : Tuesday
WE : Wednesday
TH : Thursday
FR : Friday
SA : Saturday

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4 Set the hour and AM (or PM) by
pressing the For fbutton.
The selected hour and AM (or PM)
flash.
Next, press the gbutton. The hour
and AM (or PM) are set.
“00” (minute) and “SET” flash.
CLOCK
SU
AM
LEARN
NG
SET STD_TIME
Note
If you press the Gbutton, the hour and AM
(or PM) are set and the setting mode
returns to step 3.
5 Set the minute by pressing the F
or fbutton.
The selected minute flashes.
If you want to finish the clock setting,
go to step 6.
CLOCK
SU
LEARN
NG
SET STD_TIME
Notes
• If you press the gbutton, the minute is
set and the setting mode returns to step 3.
• If you press the Gbutton, the minute is
set and the setting mode returns to step 4.
6 Press “SET” on the Label keys.
SET
The beep sounds, and the clock starts
from the 0 second of the current
minute.
Note
If you press the SET key in any step above, the
clock starts from the 0 second of the current
minute.
Setting the clock (continued)

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Getting Started
Remote Commander
settings and operating
procedures
About the factory setting
The Remote Commander is preset at the
factory to operate most Sony brand AV
components (see the table below).
If you operate a non-Sony AV
component, you need to set the
component’s preset code on the Remote
Commander first.
Default components list
Displays on Component
Remote
Commander
TV TV
A-CBL Analog Cable box
D-SAT Digital Satellite
DVD DVD player
VCR Video Cassette Recorder
DVR DVR (DVR, PVR, DVR/
Satellite Combo, DVR/
Cable Combo)
CD CD player
RCVR Receiver/Amplifier
DVDVR DVR/DVD combo
DVD-R DVD Recorder
D-CBL*1Digital Cable box
DAV DVD/Receiver combo
PJ Projector
TAPE*2Cassette deck
MD MD deck
LIGHT Light
*1If your component has the built-in DVR
function, preset the “Code No.” of DVR.
*2Analog audio compact cassette deck
See “Table of preset functions” (page 76) for the
functions of keys and buttons for each
component.
How to set up the Remote
Commander (On-PC Setup
and On-Remote Setup)
There are two ways to make settings for
the Remote Commander, “On-PC Setup”
with the aid of PC software and “On-
Remote Setup” directly on the Remote
Commander.
•On-PC Setup (Recommended)
“On-PC Setup” uses the supplied
software for your PC, “AX Remote
Editor” to set up the Remote
Commander. By following the wizard,
it allows you to easily make all the
necessary settings for the Remote
Commander (components’ preset
codes, etc.,). Furthermore, you can add
and customize a range of settings
which are not available with On-
Remote Setup.
•On-Remote Setup
“On-Remote Setup” is a way of setting
up directly with the Remote
Commander. However, some advanced
settings are not available with On-
Remote setup (see the table on page
14).
See “Setting procedure for On-PC Setup”
(page 14), or “Setting procedure for On-
Remote Setup” (page 15) for each setting
method.
IMPORTANT
You cannot use both methods. Once you
set up the Remote Commander by either
On-PC Setup (recommended) or On-
Remote Setup, you cannot make
additional settings using the other
method. You can only delete the entire
setup and start over using the other setup
method.
Continued

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Programmable items of On-PC
Setup and On-Remote Setup
*1System Control function is used to perform
a programmed series of actions (a macro)
on several AV components by pressing just
one button.
*2An XPRESS function is also a macro
function which executes a series of actions
for controlling several AV components by
pressing just one key. The difference is, the
XPRESS display stays available for you to
make additional settings.
*3An Air-Slide is a function which executes
an XPRESS function by “sliding your
finger” in a set pattern across the display.
Setting procedure for On-
PC Setup
If you set up the Remote Commander
using On-PC Setup (recommended),
follow the procedures below.
Step1: Installing the “AX Remote
Editor” (page 16).
Step2: Installing the USB driver
(page 17).
Step3: Using the “AX Remote
Editor” to set up the Remote
Commander (page 19).
See the Help file of AX Remote
Editor for setting details.
Step4: Operating an AV
component using the Remote
Commander.
After finishing the setting with AX
Remote Editor, operate the AV
component using the Remote
Commander.
• Operating the XPRESS function
(page 22).
• Operating components
individually (page 27).
Option1: You can also change the
Unit Settings such as the
backlight and beep (pages 34,
41).
Option2: You can also change the
settings of the buttons or keys
on the Remote Commander
with AX Remote Editor.
See the Help of AX Remote Editor for
setting with AX Remote Editor.
Main setting
items
Setting the
preset codes
Learning the
remote control
signals
Editing the label
Setting the
Timer
Programming
the Timer
Setting System
Control
function *1
Setting XPRESS
function *2
Setting Air-
Slide function *3
Unit Settings
Using the AX
Remote Editor
(On-PC Setup)
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
Using the Remote
Commander
(On-Remote Setup)
a
a
a
a
a
a
×
×
a
Remote Commander settings and
operating procedures (continued)

15
Getting Started
When using On-PC Setup
If you set up the Remote Commander
using On-PC Setup, you do not need to
read this PDF manual “Setting by On-
Remote Setup”.
(pages 45 – 69)
Setting procedure for On-
Remote Setup
If you set the Remote Commander On-
Remote Setup, follow the procedure
below.
Step1: Setting the preset codes
(page 45).
Step2: Operating AV components
using the Remote Commander.
After finishing the setting of the
preset codes, you can use the Remote
Commander to operate your AV
components.
• Operating the XPRESS function
(page 22).
• Operating components
individually (page 27).
Option1: You can also change the
Unit Settings such as backlight
and beep (pages 34, 41).
Option2: You can also change the
settings of the buttons or keys
on the Remote Commander.
• Using non-preset remote control
operations (Learning function)
(page 47).
•Programming a series of actions
with just one button (System
Control function)
(page 51).
• Setting the XPRESS macro
activation (page 56).
• Controlling the volume of visual
components connected to an audio
component (page 57).
• Setting the Timer (page 59).
• Changing the names of labels
(page 65).
When using On-Remote Setup
If you set up the Remote Commander
using On-Remote Setup, you do not need
to install the AX Remote Editor and its
driver, or connect the Remote
Commander to your PC. You also do not
need to read the PDF pages 16 to 20.

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Setting up for your PC
By installing the “AX Remote Editor” on
the supplied CD-ROM onto your PC, you
can set up the Remote Commander
simply with your PC.
“AX Remote Editor” makes setting up
complex series of operations (a macro)
easy, and also allows various other
convenient functions to be set up. For
details, see the Help menu provided in
“AX Remote Editor.”
“AX Remote Editor” system
requirements
Operating systems (manufacturer
installed):
Windows XP Media Center Edition
2005/Windows XP Media Center
Edition 2004/Windows XP Media
Center Edition/Windows XP
Professional/Windows XP Home
Edition/Windows 2000 Professional
Computer:
IBM PC/AT or compatible (The
software does not run on Macintosh
operating system)
CPU:
Pentium II, 300 MHz or more
Required Hard Drive Capacity:
20 MB or more
RAM:
64 MB or more (128 MB or more for
Windows XP)
Display:
High (16 bits) color or higher,
1024 ×768 dots or better*
Required Peripherals:
CD-ROM Drive, USB port
* Does not operate with a display of under
1024 ×768 dots.
Installing the “AX Remote
Editor”
Follow the instructions below to install.
Notes
• Do not simply copy the “AX Remote Editor”
folder in the supplied CD-ROM to a PC. You
need to install it properly for it to work.
• Administrator privileges are required for
installation on PCs running Windows 2000 or
Windows XP.
1Close all software running on
Windows.
2Insert the supplied CD-ROM into
the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
After a moment, “RM-AX4000 Install
CD Menu” appears.
3Click [Install AX Remote Editor].
“AX Remote Editor 1.1 Setup”
appears.

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Getting Started
4Click [Next].
Follow the on-screen instructions and
proceed with the installation.
Tip
If the installation screen is hidden behind
other windows
If “AX Remote Editor 1.1 Setup” disappears
behind other screen while installing, press
the [Tab] key several times while pressing
down the [Alt] key to bring up “AX Remote
Editor 1.1 Setup” again.
5Click [Finish].
The “AX Remote Editor 1.1 Setup”
screen closes and “RM-AX4000 Install
CD Menu” appears.
6Click [Exit].
Tip
You can read the “Operating Instructions” PDF
file by clicking [Read Operating Instructions] of
“RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu”.
Installing the USB driver
You need to install the USB driver before
connecting the supplied USB cable to
your PC and the Remote Commander.
Follow the instructions below to install.
Notes
•Without batteries in the Remote Commander,
the USB connection cannot be detected by the
PC even if the USB cable is connected.
• Make sure to install the batteries before
installing the USB driver. If the USB driver
installation is interrupted by mistake, install
it again from the beginning.
• Do not simply copy the USB driver in the
supplied CD-ROM to the PC. You need to
install it properly for it to work.
• On Windows 2000 or Windows XP, logon
with an authorized "Administrator" ID when
installing the USB driver.
• Administrator privileges are required for
installation on PCs running Windows 2000 or
Windows XP.
• Depending on the PC, various messages
other than those mentioned in this manual
may appear during the USB driver
installation. Just follow the on-screen
instructions of these messages to install.
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For Windows XP users
1Close all software running on
Windows.
2Insert the supplied CD-ROM into
the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
After a moment, “RM-AX4000 Install
CD Menu” appears.
3Click [Exit] to close “RM-AX4000
Install CD Menu.”
4Connect the PC and the Remote
Commander using the supplied
USB cable (page 19).
“Found New Hardware” appears in
the Notification Area in the lower
right-hand of the display. After a
moment, “Found New Hardware
Wizard” appears.
Tip
If the following confirmation appears, “Can
Windows connect to Windows Update to
search for software?” appears, select [No, not
this time], then click [Next].
5Select “Install the software
automatically [Recommended]”,
then click [Next].
Installing of the USB driver starts.
“Completing the Found New
Hardware Wizard” appears when the
installation is complete.
6Click [Finish].
Installing of the USB driver finishes.
For Windows 2000 users
1Close all software running on
Windows.
2Insert the supplied CD-ROM into
the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
After a moment, “RM-AX4000 Install
CD Menu” appears.
3Click [Exit] to close “RM-AX4000
Install CD Menu.”
4Connect the PC and the Remote
Commander using the supplied
USB cable (page 19).
“Found New Hardware” appears.
After a moment, “Found New
Hardware Wizard” appears.
5Click [Next].
“Install Hardware Device Drivers”
appears.
6Select “Search for a suitable
driver for my device
[recommended]”, then click
[Next].
“Locate Driver Files” appears.
7Mark only the check box of “CD-
ROM drives”, then click [Next].
“Driver Files Search Results” appears,
and the found driver is displayed.
8Click [Next].
Installing of the USB driver starts.
“Completing the Found New
Hardware Wizard” appears when the
installation is complete.
9Click [Finish].
Installing of the USB driver finishes.
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Getting Started
Connecting the Remote
Commander to your PC
You can now connect the Remote
Commander to your PC with the supplied
USB cable. Connect whenever you want
to verify correct operation of key/button
commands for an XPRESS function, etc.,
or to exchange setup data between your
PC and the Remote Commander.
IMPORTANT
Do not keep the Remote Commander
connected to the PC when the PC is in
standby/hibernation, otherwise, a
malfunction could occur. Be sure to
disconnect the Remote Commander from the
PC before standby/hibernation begins.
Furthermore, do not connect the Remote
Commander to the PC while it is in standby/
hibernation. Wait until the PC comes out of
standby/hibernation before connecting.
Notes
•The Remote Commander uses the battery
when connected to the PC. When you finish
the setup, unplug from the USB connector.
•If “E” is shown in the display, the Remote
Commander cannot be recognized on your
PC. Before connecting the Remote
Commander to your PC, be sure to install
fresh batteries in the Remote Commander.
• Do not disconnect the USB cable from your
PC while your PC is communicating with
the Remote Commander, as a malfunction
may occur.
•Only connect one Remote Commander to
your PC at a time. Otherwise, you will not
be able to download the settings correctly.
1Connect the USB cable to the USB
connector of the Remote
Commander.
2Connect the USB cable to the USB
connector of your PC.
Using the “AX Remote
Editor” to set up the
Remote Commander
You can set the Remote Commander
using the “AX Remote Editor.” Follow
the procedures below.
Note
“AX1400 Remote Editor” does not start up
when you do not log in as Administrator.
1Gather all your remote controls.
We recommend using the remote
controls which were supplied with
each component, but if you are using
a replacement remote control (due to
loss or damage) or a universal remote
(which controls multiple
components), have it handy as well.
2On your PC, click the Windows
“Start” button and point to “All
Programs” - “Sony Remote AX,” -
“AX Remote Editor” and click.
“AX Remote Editor” starts up, and
the last project appears.
The first time “AX Remote Editor”
starts up, “Startup Wizard” appears.
Following the on-screen instructions,
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Tips
• If you are using an operating system other
than Windows XP, click the “Start” button of
Windows and point to “Programs” - “Sony
AX” - “AX Remote Editor” and click to start
up “AX Remote Editor”.
• If “ ” (the shortcut icon of “AX Remote
Editor”) appears on the desktop of
Windows, double-click the icon to open it.
(Depending on the setting, Windows XP may
automatically delete icons from the desktop
if they have not been used for a certain
period of time. If “ ” does not appear on
the desktop, use the “Start” button.)
Using “AX Remote Editor”
– Help
You can set up the Remote Commander
by operating “AX Remote Editor,”
referring to the detailed instructions
provided in Help.
Starting Help
Start up “AX Remote Editor,” then click
“Help” on the menu bar and select “AX
Remote Editor help.”
Help topic for the current edit screen
appears by pressing the “F1” key while
editing. If no Help topic is available for
the screen, the top menu of Help appears.
How to use Help
Click one of the tabs: “Contents,”
“Index” or “Search,” and check the
information you need.
To search by contents (Contents)
You can find information relating to a specific
subject by using the table of contents shown on
the “Contents” tab.
To search indexed information
(Index)
You can find information from a list of
predetermined keywords shown on the
“Index” tab.
To search using keywords (Search)
You can submit a keyword search on the
“Search” tab by typing in your keyword(s).