RM-V8.3-856-605-32 (1). No.1
RM-V8.3-856-605-32 (1). NO.1
Sony Corporation © 1996 Printed in China
RM-V8
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.
About This Remote
Commander
This Remote Commander can operate any of the
following video components. If you’re using this
Commander with a Sony brand TV and a Sony
brand VHS VCR, you won’t need to preset the
Commander before you start using it. However,
you will need to set up the Commander if it cannot
operate even a Sony brand component and you
have a cable box. Each component is assigned a
different button on the Commander:
* You can assign your TV/VCR combo on either of
these buttons.
If You Do Not Have Sony
Components...
You’ll need to follow the instructions in this manual
to preset the Remote Commander with the correct
code numbers for each of your components.
Installing the
Batteries
Slide open the battery compartment and insert two
size AA batteries (not supplied).
Be sure to line up the
]
and
}
on the batteries with
the
]
and
}
on the battery compartment.
If you press a wrong button in step 4
Press and release the
S
(Set) button and then go
back to step 2.
Step 2: Checking if the Code
Number Works
1
Power on the component you want to set up
using the component's power switch.
2
Aim the Remote Commander at the component
and press the
POWER
button.
The component should power off.
3
When the component powers off, check that the
Commander is operating the other functions of
your component, such as channel and volume
control.
If the Commander Doesn’t
Seem to Be Working...
•First, try repeating these setup procedures using
the other codes listed for your component.
•If – after trying all the codes listed for your
component – you still cannot get the Commander
to work properly, try the search method described
under “Searching for the Correct Code”.
•If you still cannot get the Commander to work
properly, see “Troubleshooting”.
If the Commander Seems to
Be Working Properly...
•You’re finished setting up the Commander for this
component.
•If you’re setting up more than one component (or
a TV/VCR combination), you’ll need to complete
these procedures for each component you plan to
use with the Commander.
•Use the label (supplied) to write down the code
numbers of your components. Then affix the label
to the back of the Commander.
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, try these steps.
1
Using the component’s original remote control
(or the power switch on the component itself),
power on/off the component.
Turn the power of the TV or cable box on and
the VCR off.
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 your component powers on/
off.
Pressing
CH +
and
POWER
repeatedly will try
every available code until the correct one is
found. Be patient as you do this; it may take 40
or 50 tries until the correct code number is
located.
6
When the power of the TV or cable box goes off
or the power of the VCR comes on, press and
release the
ENT
(Enter) button to store the code
number in the Commander's memory.
7
Check that the Commander is operating the
other functions of your component. Press the
channel and volume control buttons. If it seems
to be working properly, you’re done setting up
the Commander.
If you still cannot get the Commander to work
properly, see “Troubleshooting”.
Using the Remote
Commander
Turning On/Off a Component
1
Press the button of the component on the
Commander that you want to turn on/off.
2
Point the Commander directly at the
component.
3
Press the
POWER
button to power on/off the
component.
Note: There may be cases you may turn on/off the
cable box by pressing the
CH +
or
CH –
button on
the Commander.
Operating a Component
1
Press the button of the component on the
Commander that you want to operate.
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.
Remote
Button
Operates
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
Cable box
TV
VCR
Cable box
VCR
Cable box
TV
TV
VCR
Cable box
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
Cable box
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
TV
VCR
Cable box
TV
TV
TV
Cable box
TV
Function
Changes the input
mode
Switches the signals
supplied to the TV
(from the antenna or
from the VCR)
Used for setting up the
Commander to operate
your TV, VCR or cable
box
Turns on and off the
component
Use this button to
change to the specific
component that you
want to operate.
Changes the channel.
For example, to go to
channel
5
, press
0
and
5
(or, press
5
and
ENT
.)
You can also change the
channel with
CH +/–
.
Displays the current
channel on TV
Displays the on-screen
menu (Sony VCR only)
Used with
0-9
buttons
to change channels. For
example, to go to
channel
5
, press
5
and
ENT
. You can also
change the channel
with
CH +/–
.
Rewind
Play
Fast-forward
Record
To record, press
(
while pressing
r
. First
release
(
, then release
r
.
Stop
Pause
Channel up:
+
Channel down:
–
Volume up:
+
Volume down:
–
Mutes volume on TV
Press again to turn
muting off.
Functions as the
JUMP,
FLASHBACK
or
CHANNEL RETURN
button, depending on
the TV’s manufacturer.
Used for operating a
Sleep function on TV
(works only for TV with
a Sleep function)
3-856-605-32 (1)
Remote Commander
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones (parte posterior)
Component Code
Numbers
TV and VCR Codes
Cable Box Codes
Brand
Hamlin/Regal
Jerrold/G.I.
Oak
Panasonic
Pioneer
Scientific Atlanta
Tocom
Zenith
Code No.
22, 23, 24, 25, 26
01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08,
18
27, 28, 29
19, 20, 21
14, 15
09, 10, 11
16, 17
12, 13
Troubleshooting
If you’re having problems
setting up or using the
Remote Commander:
• When setting up the Commander, carefully go
through the procedures described under “Setting
Up the Commander”. If the code that’s listed first
for your component doesn’t work, try all the
codes listed 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 under “Searching for the
Correct Code”.
• When setting up the component, if you press the
wrong button, press and release the
S
(Set) button.
Then enter the correct code number again.
• 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. Note that
whenever you remove the batteries – to replace
them, for example – the preset codes are erased
from memory and must be reset.
• Check that the component has infrared remote
capability. For example, if your component
didn’t come with a remote, it probably isn’t
capable of being controlled by a Remote
Commander.
Specifications
Operable distance
Approx. 7 m (23 ft.) (varies depending
on the component of each
manufacturer)
Power requirements Two size AA batteries (not supplied)
Battery life
Approx. 6 months (varies depending
on frequency of use)
Dimensions
61 x 191 x 30 mm (w/h/d)
(2
1
/
2
x 7
5
/
8
x 1
1
/
4
in.)
Mass
Approx. 100 g (3.5 oz.) (not including
batteries)
Supplied Accessories
Label (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
It will be 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.
Component
TV
Cable Box
VCR
No.
S
POWER
VCR
CABLE
TV
1
9
0
)
0
ENT
(
RECALL
MUTING
P
p
Remote Button
Descriptions
Notes on Using the Remote Commander
•Using this Commander will not increase the
functions of your TV, VCR or cable box. The
functions of the Commander are limited to the
functions of the components themselves. For
example, if your TV does not have a Recall
function, the
RECALL
button on this Commander
will not function with your TV.
•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.
VCR
CABLE
TV
POWER
R E C
Component
Type
TV
VCR
Cable box
Button
TV*
VCR*
CABLE
Factory
Preset
Sony TV
Sony VHS VCR
–
to
SLEEP
English
Notes on Batteries
•Under normal conditions, batteries will last up to
six months. If the Remote Commander does not
operate properly, the batteries might be worn out.
When replacing batteries, replace both of them
with new ones.
•Do not mix old batteries with new ones or mix
different types of batteries together.
•Whenever you remove the batteries – to replace
them, for example – the code numbers you’ve set
are automatically erased and must be reset.
•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 to not use the Commander for a
long period of time.
Setting Up the
Commander
Step 1: Entering the Code
Number
1
Press and release the
S
(Set) button.
2
Press the button of the component that you
want to set up.
3
Refer to “Component Code Numbers” and find
the two-digit code number for your component.
If more than one code number is listed, use the
number that’s listed first to complete the steps
that follow.
For example, if you’re setting up a Philips VCR,
you would use code number
13
.
If your component is not listed, see “Searching
for the Correct Code”.
4
Enter the component’s code number.
For example, if you’re entering the code for a
Philips VCR, you would press and release
1
,
then press and release
3
.
5
Press and release the
ENT
(Enter) button to store
the code number in the Commander’s memory.
6
Go to “Step 2: Checking if the Code Number
Works” to finish setting up.
S
VCR
CABLE
TV
ENT
POWER
NO
OK?
YES
Done
Press TV,
VCR
or CABLE
Enter code
Aim at your
component
S
VCR
CABLE
TV
Your Code Number
POWER
ENT
VOL
CH
S
VCR
CABLE
TV
POWER
CH
ENT
VOL
CH
TV/VIDEO
DISP
Brand
Philips
Component
VCR
Code No.
13, 11, 12
Component
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
VCR
TV
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
TV
VCR
VCR
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
Code No.
01 (VTR1: Beta)
02 (VTR2: 8 mm)
03 (VTR3: VHS)
01
30
02, 14, 09
41
12
17, 40
33, 46
14, 09, 38
20, 22, 17
03, 12
12, 11
35
18, 35
22, 23, 20, 21
11
07, 41, 12
03, 19, 23
44, 15, 12
35, 36, 03, 41
36 & 44
13
17, 39, 40
07
44, 22, 23, 19, 20,
21, 41
22, 13, 20, 21, 23,
03, 15, 42
21 & 23, 22
33, 37, 38, 36
25
41
32, 07, 12
02, 18, 03, 07
27 & 24, 25
35
03, 13, 12, 30, 46
TV code & 35
11, 07, 08
31, 13, 03, 32
15
12, 11
12, 08, 07, 33, 17,
39, 40
03, 02, 30, 07
17, 47, 48, 49, 39,
40
28, 29
17, 39, 35, 40
33, 13, 03, 23, 34
41, 35, 08, 36, 37,
33, 38
02, 03, 11, 25, 19,
12
13, 11, 12, 10
11, 12, 13, 03, 43,
47
11, 18, 47 & 12, 13
17, 39, 40
35
12, 38
08, 07
Brand
Sony
Admiral
(M.Wards)
Aiwa
AOC
Audio Dynamic
Bell & Howell
(M. Wards)
Brocsonic
Canon
Citizen
Craig
Croslex
Curtis Mathis
Daewoo
Daytron
DBX
Dimensia
Emerson
Fisher
Funai
General Electric
Goldstar
Hitachi
HQ
Instant Replay
JC Penny
JVC
Kenwood
KTV
LXI (Sears)
Magnavox
Marantz
Marta
Memorex
Minolta
Brand
Mitsubishi/MGA
Multitech
NEC
Olympic
Optimus
Panasonic
Pentax
Philco
Philips
Pioneer
Portland
Quasar
Radio Shack
RCA/PROSCAN
Realistic
Sansui
Singer
Samsung
Sanyo
Scott
Sharp
Shintom
Signature 2000
(M. Wards)
Sylvania
Symphonic
Tashiro
Tatung
Teac
Technics
Toshiba
Videch
Wards
Yamaha
Zenith
Component
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
TV
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
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
TV
TV/VCR Combo
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
VCR
TV
TV
VCR
TV
VCR
VCR
TV
Code No.
26, 27, 28, 29
24, 03, 12
28, 41, 24
17, 39, 40
03, 12
12, 11
27
09, 10, 11, 12
18, 16, 17, 07, 49
18 & 11, 12
08, 07
11, 12
11, 13, 03
13, 11, 12
11
11
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
18 & 11
12, 33, 31, 38, 27,
41
17
18
25, 16, 24
26, 12, 13, 03
23, 27 & 24, 25, 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
17, 39, 41, 40
12, 11
15, 14
19, 14
31, 03, 12
30, 31, 38, 34, 35
13, 03, 15, 12
33, 17, 39, 40
34
09, 10
