Sony RM-V8A User manual

SONY
Remote Commander
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones (parte posterior)
©1998 by Sony Corporation printed =r_China
RM-V8A
For the customers in the U.S.A.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the hmlts
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful tnterferer_ce tn a rostdentlal mstaUatlotl This equtpment
generates, uses, and can radiate t'adxo frequency energy and, if not
installed and used m accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmtul mterterence to rad_o communications Howe_'er, there is
no guarantee that Lnterterence w 111not occur in a partKular
instaliahon It this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or telex tsion receptLon, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user _s encouraged to try to correct the
lnterte_ence by one or more of the following measures
• Reorient or relocate the recel_,ing antenna
•Increase the separation between the equipment and fete]vet
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to _, hlch the recet_ er Is connected
• Colxsuh the dealer or an expertenced radto/ TV techattciart for help
You are cauhoned that any changes or modibcatlons not expressly
appro_ ed in this manual could void your autherdy to operate this
equtpment
Setting Up the Remote Commander
Betore you can start using the Commander, you must first set _t up
This manual describes e_ erythmg you need to know to set up the
Commander, including
• Instathng the batteries
•Presetttng the Commander wtth the codes for your TV, VCR attd
Cable box
About Presetting the Commander
The Commander is preset at the factory to operate Sony brand TVs
and Sony brand VHS VCRs
If you're using the Commander with aSony brand T'V and a Sony
brand VHS VCR, you won't need to preset the Commander before
you start using it
To set up the Commander to use w]th other (non-Sony)
manufacturers' components, or to use wtth a cable box, youql need
to folio,t,, the rest ructlons tn th_s manual to preset the Commander
wtth the correct code number for your components
Button Factory setting Component that can
be preset
TV Sony Tv TV
VCR Sony VHS VCI_ VCR
CABLE Cable box
Notes
•The Commander can be set up to operate only one component per
button unless their code numbers happen to be the same [_or
example you cannot set up the Commander to operate aSony TV and a
Panaso_xtc T",_ stttluItaileousl¥ (because the'_ use d[_fttt_nt code
numbers)
• _ ou ma} not be able to operate e_ en a Sony brand component with the
factory _ttLng I_ such _ case, Iollow the procedure tn "_ttLng the
Code "
Install_ ltl_li_
Slide o perpapj_tt_he_ europa rtment
batteries (_'oFs-u-p phed )
Be sure to line up the O and • on the batteries with the 0and _ on
the battery compartment
1 2
When to replace the batteries
Under norma_ conditions, battexles wdl last up to six months If the
Commander does not operate properly, the battertes might be worn
out Replace the batteries with new ones
Notes
•Replace both batteries with new ones
•Do not take more than 2(_ minutes to replace the batteries otherwise,
your setting of the code numbers will be erased
Notes On Batteries
•Do not mtx old batteries wzth new ones or mix different types of
battertes together
• If the electrolyte mstde the battery should leak, wipe the
contaminated area of the battery compartment with a cloth and
replace the old batteries with new ones To pTe_,ent the electroly_e
from leaking, remove the batteries when you plan not to use the
Commander for a long period of time
Setting the Code
Follow the steps 1 and 2below for each component you plan to use
with the Commander
Step 1: Entering the Code Number
1See the tables in "Component Code numbers", and fred the code
number m double hgures for the deszred component
If more tkatt one code number ts h_ted, use the number that's
hated hrst to complete the steps below
For example, tf you're setting up aPhdtps' VCR, you would use
the code number 13
If your component tsn't Itsted, see "Searching for the Correct
Code "
2 Press and release the S (Set) button _1
3Press the button of the component that VCR CABLE TV
you want to set up
4Enter the component's code number
For example, if you're entering the code
to_ a Pthbps VCR, you would press and
release 1, then press and release 3
5 Press and release the ENTER button to
store the code number m the
Commander's memory
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Your Code Number
8Go to "Step 2Checking tf the Code Number Works" to hmsh
setting up

If you press a wrong button in step 4
Press and releasethe S (Set)buttonand then go backto step 3,
Step 2: Checking If the Code Number Works
IPower on the component you want to set up.
2Aim the Remote Commander at the component and press abutton
to check if that button works.
For example, press the POWER button to see if it works on your
component.
3Check that the oiher buttons of the Commander is operating the
corresponding functions of the component.
If the Commander Doesn't Seem to Be Working,..
•First, try repeating these setup procedures using the other codes
listed for your component (see the tables in "Component Code
Numbers").
• If - after trying all the codes listed for your component - you still
cannot get the Commander to work properly, try the search
method described in "Searching for the Correct Code."
Searching for the Correct Code
If you've tried all the code numbers listed for your component and
you still cannot get the Commander to work (or if your components
is not listed in the "Component Code Numbers" tables), try these
steps.
1 Power on the component you want to set up. Insert a tape if
necessary.
2Press and release the S(Set) button.
3Press the button of the component on VCR CABLE TV
the Commander that you want to set _ I [U )
up. CH
4Press and release the CH + button. Then t'T'x
press and release the POWER button. [k_
S Repeatstep 4until theconect code number is found.
Each time you press the CH + button and then the POWER button,
anew code number will be transmitted.
Keep trying until your component operates by receiving the
transmittedsignal fromtheCommander (e.g., the power turns off,
the CH+function works, playback starts, etc.). BepaBent as you
do this; it may take 50 or 60 tries until the correct code number is
located.
6When the correct code is found, press and
release the ENTER button to store the cede (.ENTER)
number in the Comnlander's memory.
7Check that the Commander is operating the other functions of
your component by pressing the corrsponding buttons on the
Commander. If they seem to be working properly, you're done
setting up the Commander.
If the component does not operate properly, repeat steps 1 to 6 and
search for another code. As the searching always starts from 01, it
will stop again at the same code as the last searching. Pass the code
and continue searching until the next code by which the component
operates.
If you still cannot get the Commander to work properly, see
"Troubleshooting."
Operating a Component
1Press the button of the desired VCR CABLE TV
component on the Commander. _- II I[ )
2Point the Commander directly at the component.
3Press the button for the function you want to use.
See "Remote Button Descriptions" for complete descriptions of the
buttons on the Commander.
Notss on Using the Remote Comn_tnder
Basically, use this Commander in the same way as the Commanders
supplied with your components.
• Using this Commander will not increase the functions of your
components. The functions of the Commander are limited to the
functions of the components themselves. For example, if your TV does
not have a MUTING function, the MUTING button on this Commander
will not function with your TV.
•Some functions of the component may not work with this Commander.
•If your cable box can control volume, be sure to set its volume switch to
a medium position. If the volume on the cable box is turned down
completely, you will not be able to adjust your TV's volume with the
Commander.
Specifications
Operable distance
Power requirements
Battery life
Dimensions
Mass
Approx. 7m(23 ft) (varies depending of the
component of each manufacturer)
Two size AA (R6) batteries (not supplied)
Approx. 6 months (varies depending on
frequency of use)
Approx. 61 x 191 x30 mm (w/h/d)
(2 I/2 x 7s/. x I V4in.)
Approx. 100 g (3.5 oz.) (not including batteries)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Component No.
TV
Cable Box
VCR
It will he useful to write down the code numbers of your components in
the chart above, so that you can refer to them when registering the code
numbers with the Commander.
Remote Button Descriptions
Operating a 13/
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[] To set up the Commander.
[] To turn on/offa "window"
picture (Picture-in-Picture).
[] To change the input mode.
[] To change the channel. For
example, to change to
channel 5, press O and 5 (or,
press S and ENTER).
[] To display the c_rrent
channel on TV.
[] To move the cursor upward,
downward, to the right, or to
the left.
[] To call up the MENU display.
[] Volume up: +
Volume down: -
[] To mute the volume on the
TV.
[] To turn on and off.
[] p zx_ssbefore operating aTV.
[] To operate SLEEP function
on the TV. (Works only for a
TV with the SLEEP function.)
[] To enter the selection.
[] Channel up: +
Channel down: -
[] To operate JUMP,
FLASHBACKor CHANNEL
RETURNfunction on the TV
depending on the setting of
the TV's manufacturer.

Operating aVCR
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Component Code Numbers
_[_To set up the Commander.
Press before operating a VCR.
[] To switch the signals "_ and VCR Codes
supplied to the TV (from
antellna or VCR). Brand Component Code No.
[] To change the channel. Sony VCR 01 (VTRI: Beta)
For example, to change to 02 (VTR2:8 ram)
ehanne| 5, press 0and 5(or, 03 (VTR3: VHS)
press 5 and ENTER). 04 (VTR4: DV)
[] To display the on-screen 05 (VTRS: DV)
06 (VTR6: DV)
menu (Sony VCR only).
[] To play. TV 01
[] To rewind. Admiral VCR 30
[] To record, press I_ while TV 02,14, 09
pressing •
[_ To turn on and off. Aiwa VCR 41, 50
[] To fast-forward. Akai VCR 52, 53, 54
To stop. AOC TV 12
[] To pause.
[] Chanr_el up: ÷ Audio Dynamic VCR 17, 40
Channel down: -Bell &Howell VCR 33, 46
TV 14, 09, 38
Brocsonic VCR 20, 22, 17
TV 03, 12
Canon VCR 12, 11
Citizen VCR 35
Craig VCR 18, 35
TV 22,23,20,21
Croslex "IV l 1
[] To set up the Commander. Curtis Mathis VCR 07, 41, 12
[_ Press before operating a TV 03,19, 23
Cable box.
[] To change the channel. For Daewoo VCR 44, 15, 12
example, to change to "In/ 35, 36, 03, 41
channel 5, press 0 and 5(or, TV/VCR Combo 36 &44
press 5 and ENTER).
[] TO turn on and off. Daytron TV 13
[] Channel up: ÷DBX VCR 17, 39, 40
Channel down: - Dimensia VCR 07
[] To operate JUMP,
FLASHBACK or CHANNEL Emerson VCR 44, 22, 23,19, 20, 21, 4l
RETURN function on the TV 22, 13, 20, 21, 23, 03,15, 42
Cable box depending on the TV/VCR Combo 21 & 23, 22
setting of the manufacturer. Fisher VCR 33, 37, 38, 36
Notes TV 25
•There may be causes you may
turn on/off the cable box by Funai VCR 41
pressing the ¢lq+ or ¢bl- buttons General Electric VCR 32, 07,12
on the Commander.
• If your cable box can control TV 02, 18, 03, 07
volume, be sure to set its volume TV/VCR Combo 27 & 24, 25
control to a medium position. If
the volume on the cable box is Goldstar VCR 35
turned down completely, you TV 03, 13,12, 30, 46, 50, 51
will not be able to adiust your
TV's volume with the TV/VCR Combo TV code & 35
Commander. GO VIDEO VCR 51, 42, 43
Hitachi VCR 11, 07, 08
TV 31, 13, 03, 32
HQ VCR 15
Instant Replay VCR 12, ll
JC Penny VCR 12, 08, 07, 33,17, 39, 40
"IV 03, 02, 30, 07
IVC VCR I7, 47, 48, 49, 39, 40
TV 28, 29
Kenwood VCR 17, 39, 35, 40
K_/V TV 33, 13, 03j 23, 34
Operating a Cable box
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Brand
LXI (Sears)
Magnavox
Marantz
Marta
Memo_'×
Minolta
Mitsubisfu/MGA
Multitech
NEC
Olympic
Opfimus
Orion
Panasonic
Pentax '
Philco
PhilJps
Pioneer
Portland
Radio Shack
RCA/PROSCAN
Realistic
San_ui
Singer
Samsung
Sanyo
Scott
Sharp
Shintom
Signature 2000
Sylvania
Symphonic
Tashiro
Tatung
component
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
TV
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
TV
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
TV
TViVCR Combo
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
VCR
Code No.
41, 35, 08, 36, 37, 33, 38, 52
02,03,11,25,1%12
13,11,12,10
11,12,13, 03, 45, 47
11,18,47& 12,13
17,39,40
35
12, 38
08,07
26,27,28,29,56,57
24,03,12
28, 41, 24
17,39,40
03, 12
12, 11
27
55
09, 10, 11, 12
18, 16, 17, 07, 49
18& 11,12
08, 07
1l, 12
11, 13, 03
13, I1, 12
11
1I
37, 18, 19
03, 08
11, 12, 09, 10, 06
18, 07, 48
18, 48 & 12, 09, 10
02, 12, 24, 23
07, 08, 11,12, 13, 14, 15,16
02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 44, 45, 53
18&ll
12,33,31,38,27,41
17
18
25,16,24
26,12, 13, 03
23, 27 & 24, 2_, 29
33, 38
25
15, 16, 24, 38, 26, 27, 28, 29
23,12
30, 31
14, 13,15
18
41,30
14,09
13, 11, 12, 41
11,12, 03
41
23,39,40
23&41
35
17, 39, 40
Brand Component Code No.
Teac VCR 17, 39, 41, 40
Technics VCR 12_ 1I
Toshiba VCR 15,14, 52
TV 19, 14
Videch TV 31, 03, 12
Wards VCR 30, 31, 38, 34, 35
TV 13, 03, 15, 12
Yamaha VCR 33, 17, 39, 40
Zenith VCR 34
TV 09, 10
Cable Box Codes
i
Brand Code No.
Hamlin/Regal 22, 23, 24, 25, 26
Jerrold/G.I. 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08j 18
Oak 27, 28, 29
Panasonic 19, 20, 21
Pioneer 14, 15
Scientific Atlanta 00, 10, 11
Tocom 16, 17
Zenith 12, 13
Troubleshooting
If you have problems setting up or using the Commander:
•When setting up the Commander, carefully go through the
procedures described in "Setting the Code." If the code that's
listed first for your component doesn't work, try all the codes for
your component - in the order in which they're listed. If all the
codes fail to work (or if your component is not listed in this
manual), try using the procedures in "Searching for the Correct
Code."
•Check that you're aiming the Commander directly at the
component, and that there are no obstructions between the
Commander and the component.
•Make sure the batteries you're using are not worn out, and that
they're inserted correctly.
•Check that the button of the TV, VCR, or CABLE is pressed to
choose your desired 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.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
Customer Support Information
If - after you've read through this manual -you still cannot get the
Remote Commander to work properly, call the Sony Customer
Support Helpline at 1-800-822-2217.