For the customers in the U.S.A.
WARNING
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 into 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.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Setting Up the Remote Commander
About Presetting the Commander
The Commander is preset at the factory to operate Sony brand
components.
If you’re using the Commander with a Sony component, you won’t
need to preset the Commander before you start using it.
To set up the Commander to use with other (non-Sony)
manufacturers’ components, or to use with a component that is not
preset at the factory, you’ll need to follow the instructions in this
manual to preset the Commander with the correct code number for
your components. (See the supplied “Component Code Numbers”
also.)
Notes
• The Commander can be set up to operate only one component per
button – unless their code numbers happen to be the same. For
example, you cannot set up the Commander to operate a Sony TV
and a Panasonic TV simultaneously (because they use different
code numbers).
• You may not be able to operate even a Sony brand component with
the factory presetting. In such a case, follow the procedure in
“Setting the Code.”
Installing the Batteries
Slide open the battery compartment and insert two size AA (R6)
batteries (not supplied).
Be sure to line up the + and – on the batteries with the + and – on the
battery compartment.
1
2
When to replace the batteries
Under normal conditions, batteries will last up to 6 months. If the
Commander does not operate properly, the batteries might be worn
out. Replace the batteries with new ones.
Notes
• Replace both batteries with new ones.
• Do not take more than 20 minutes to replace the batteries;
otherwise, your setting of the code numbers will be erased.
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.
Setting the Code
Follow the steps 1 and 2 below for each component you plan to use
with the Commander.
Step 1: Entering the Code Number
1
See 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’s
listed first to complete the steps below.
For example, if you’re setting up a Philips’ VCR, you would use
the code number 035.
If your component isn’t listed, see “Searching for the Correct
Code.”
2
Press and release the
S
(set) button.
S
3
Press the button of the component that you want to set up.
TV
VCR
DVD
CBL/SAT
Note
On the
CBL/SAT
and
DVD
buttons, “cable box”, and “DVD player”
are assigned respectively at the factory. But you can also assign other
components on these buttons. For details, see “Changing the
Component Type on the
CBL/SAT
and
DVD
buttons.”
4
Enter the component’s code number. For example, if you’re
entering the code for a Philips VCR, you would press
-35
.
5
Press and release the
ENT
button to store the code number in the
Commander’s memory.
ENT
6
Go to “Step 2: Checking if the Code Number Works” to finish
setting up.
If you press a wrong button in step 4
Press and release the
S
(set) button and then go back to step 3.
Step 2: Checking if the Code Number Works
1
Power on the component you want to set up.
2
Aim the Remote Commander at the component and press a button
to check if that button works.
For example, press the
POWER
button to see if it works on your
component .
3
Check that the other 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 supplied “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.”
Tip
You can write down the code number on the label inside the battery
compartment lid.
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 component 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 or disc
if necessary.
2
Press and release the
S
(set) button.
3
Press the button of the component on the Commander that you
want to set up.
4
Press and release the
CH+
button. Then press and release the
POWER
button.
5
Repeat step 4 until the correct code number is found.
Each time you press the
CH+
button and then the
POWER
button,
a new code number will be transmitted.
Keep trying until your component operates by receiving the
transmitted signal from the Commander (e.g., the power turns off,
the CH+ function works, playback starts, etc.) Be patient as you do
this; it may take about 70 tries until the correct code number is
located.
6
When the correct code is found, press the
ENT
button to store the
code number in the Commander’s memory.
7
Check that the Commander is operating the other functions of
your component by pressing the corresponding 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.
If you still cannot get the Commander to work properly, see
“Troubleshooting.”
Changing the Component Type on the CBL/
SAT and DVD buttons
At the factory, “cable box” is assigned on the
CBL/SAT
button and
“DVD player” on the
DVD
button. By completing the following
procedure, you can change this setting so that you can set up any
component on these buttons.
1
Press the
S
(set) button and release it.
2
Press the
CBL/SAT
or
DVD
button.
3
Press and release the
x
(stop) button.
4
Press and release one of the following buttons;
1
to assign a VCR
3
to assign a digital satellite receiver
8
to assign a TV
9
to assign a cable box
-
to assign a DVD player
5
Press and release the
ENT
button.
6
Enter the component’s code number by following steps 2 to 6 of
“Entering the Code Number”, or steps 1to 7 of “Searching for the
Correct Code.”
Operating a Component
1
Press the button of the desired component on the Commander.
TV
VCR
DVD
CBL/SAT
2
Point the Commander directly at the component.
3
Press the button for the function you want to use.
See “Remote Button Descriptions” for complete descriptions of the
buttons on the Commander.
Notes on Using the Remote Commander
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.
Component that can be preset
TV
VCR
Cable box/Digital satellite receiver/
DVD player/TV/VCR
Button
TV
VCR
CBL/SAT
DVD
Factory setting
Sony TV
Sony VHS VCR
—
Sony DVD player
English
3-230-686-11(1)
Remote Commander
RM-V201
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones (parte posterior)
Sony Corporation © 2001
Printed in China
Operating a DVD player
3
To select numbers 10 and
above. For example, to select
track 15, press
PIP
and then
press
5
.
4
N
: To play.
m
: To rewind.
M
: To fast-forward.
x
: To stop.
X
: To pause.
5
To display the title menu.
6
To change the sound.
7
To show the current play status
on the screen.
8
To move the cursor upward,
downward, to the left, or to the
right.
Specifications
Operable distance
Approx. 7 m (23 ft) (varies depending of the
component of each manufacturer)
Power requirements
Two size AA (R6) batteries (not supplied)
Battery life
Approx. 6 months (varies depending on frequency of
use)
Dimensions
Approx. 51.8
×
195
×
31 mm (w/h/d)
(2
1
/
8
×
7
3
/
4
×
1
1
/
4
in.)
Mass
Approx. 100 g (3.5 oz.) (not including batteries)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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
,
CBL/SAT
, or
DVD
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.
• Should any problem persist, reset the Commander to the factory setting by
pressing the
POWER
,
TV
/
VIDEO
and
VOL–
buttons simultaneously.
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.
Operating a TV, VCR, or cable box
3
,
4
, and
5
TV:
To operate the Picture-in-
Picture function. Press each
button or combination of
buttons as described in the
table below.
VCR:
N
: To play.
x
: To stop.
m
: To rewind.
M
: To fast-forward.
z
REC
: To record, press
N
while pressing
z
.
6
TV:
To change the input mode.
VCR:
To switch the antenna
output.
7
TV:
To display the current
channel on TV.
VCR:
To expose the on-screen
display.
8
TV/VCR:
To move the cursor
upward, downward, to the left,
or to the right.
9
TV/VCR:
To call up the MENU
display.
qd
and
qf
To change the channel. For
example, to change to channel
5, press
0
and
5
(or press
5
and
ENT
).
qh
TV:
To operate SLEEP function
on the TV. (Works only for a
TV with the SLEEP function.)
VCR:
To change the input
mode.
qj
TV/VCR:
To enter the selection.
qk
Channel up:
+
Channel down:
–
ql
TV/cable box:
To operate
JUMP
,
FLASHBACK
or
CHANNEL RETURN
function on
the TV depending on the
setting of the TV’s
manufacturer.
Notes
• There may be cases you may turn on/off the cable box by pressing the
CH+
or
CH–
buttons on the Commander.
• If your cable box can control volume, be sure to set its volume control 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.
PIP operations
Press
To
PIP
Turn on/off the “window” picture.
GUIDE
Turn off the “window” picture.
m
or
M
Change the TV channel in the “window” picture.
z
Change the input mode of the “window” picture.
x
Move the location of the “window” picture.
N
Swap the “main” picture and the “window” picture.
X
Freeze the “window” picture.
9
To display the DVD menu.
qd
Number buttons : To set items
selected from the screen.
qf
To enter the setting. To set
items selected from the screen.
qg
To clear the selected characters
from the screen.
qh
To switch the subtitle.
qj
To execute items selected from
the screen.
qk
To proceed to next/previous
location or song.
ql
To return to the last previous
screen.
RM-V201
MUTING
VOL
CH
RECALL
TV/VIDEO
DISP
TV
S
VCR
DVD
POWER
CBL/SAT
REC
PIP
ENT
SLEEP GUIDE
MENU
OK
1
2
9
0
qa
8
7
5
6
4
3
qs
qd
qf
qg
qh
qj
ql
qk
Operating a digital satellite receiver
3
To use the “FAVORITE”
function.
4
N
: To exit the mode.
6
To switch the output of the
digital satellite receiver to the
TV. (When you connect a TV
cable or antenna to the receiver,
the output switches between a
TV and SAT program.)
8
To scroll through the Master
Guide.
9
To call up the MENU display.
qd
and
qf
To change the channel. For
example, to change to channel
5, press
0
and
5
(or press
5
and
ENT
).
qg
To bring up the Master Guide.
qh
To bring up the Station Index.
qj
To select the channel that’s
highlighted. To bring up the
Station Index when a program
guide is not displayed.
qk
Channel up:
+
Channel down:
–
To page through the guide
when a program guide is
displayed.
ql
To tune to the last tuned
station.
Remote Button Descriptions
General
1
To set up the Commander.
2
Component select buttons.
To switch to the operations
of each component, press
the button on which that
component is assigned.
q;
Volume up:
+
Volume down:
–
qa
To mute the volume on TV.
qs
To turn on and off the
power of the selected
component.
