Sony RM-VL900T Operating Manual

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Integrated Remote Commander

Operating Instructions Bedienungsanleitung

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RM-VL900T

Features

The RM-VL900T 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 airconditioners, lights, etc. (some specific appliances or functions may not be available) (page 35).

Reassigning new components

You can assign other Component Select buttons to freely operate other components. This is useful when you have more than two of the same kind of AV components (page 32).

System Control function allows one-touch operation to execute a series of commands

You can programme up to 16 consecutive operation steps to execute a series of operations by pressing a single button (page 23).

Data can be transferred between remote commanders

You can transfer data such as learned signals, series of commands assigned to SYSTEM CONTROL buttons and other settings between this commander and another Sony RM-VL900T or RM-AV2100T remote commanders.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Installing the Batteries .................................................................................6

When to replace the batteries ............................................................................ 6

Location of Controls .....................................................................................7

Basic Operations

Setting the Code for Preset Audio and Visual Components .........................8

Setting a component code .................................................................................. 8

Checking if the code number works .............................................................. 10

Setting a component code by the Search function ....................................... 11

Operating Your Components with the Remote Commander ......................12

To control the volume ....................................................................................... 13

Notes on operating your components ........................................................... 14

Using Unpreset Remote Control Operations — Learning Function............15

For accurate Learning....................................................................................... 18

Changing or erasing the function of a “learned” button ............................ 19

Advanced Features

Controlling the Volume of Visual Components Connected to an Audio

System......................................................................................................21

Executing a Series of Commands — System Control Function ..................23

Programming a series of commands to the SYSTEM CONTROL

buttons ............................................................................................................. 24

Notes on System Control Operation .............................................................. 27

Programming a series of commands to the Component Select buttons ... 27

Changing the interval between operation steps ........................................... 29

Adding an Extra Function to the Component Select Buttons.....................30

Programming the Power-On Command of the Selected Component

(for Sony Components only) ........................................................................ 30

Assigning Other Components to the Component Select Buttons ..............32

Copying the settings of a Component Select button to another button.... 34

Programming a Frequently Used Key Operation for SYSTEM CONTROL

Buttons.....................................................................................................35

Notes on the “learned” signals of an air-conditioner .................................. 37

Transferring Data between Remote Commanders......................................38

Transferring the data ........................................................................................ 38

Receiving the data ............................................................................................. 40

Using Other Functions

Locking the Controls — Hold Function.......................................................43

Additional Information

Precautions .................................................................................................44

Specifications..............................................................................................44

Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................45

Appendix

Table of Preset Functions ............................................................................48

TV ........................................................................................................................ 48

VCR ..................................................................................................................... 49

CBL (Cable box)................................................................................................. 49

SAT ...................................................................................................................... 50

DVD .................................................................................................................... 50

VD (Video disc player) ..................................................................................... 51

CD ....................................................................................................................... 51

MD....................................................................................................................... 52

DAT ..................................................................................................................... 52

TAPE ................................................................................................................... 53

AMP .................................................................................................................... 53

Index ...........................................................................................................54

Getting Started

Installing the Batteries

Slide open the battery compartment lid and insert four R6 (size AA) batteries (not supplied). Be sure to match up the + and – indications on the batteries with the + and – indications on the battery compartment.

Insert the batteries negative-andfirst through the guide clamp within each compartment as shown above.

When to replace the batteries

Batteries for remote control operation (Four R6 (size AA) batteries)

Under normal conditions, the batteries will last up to five months. If the Commander does not operate properly, the batteries might be drained. When this happens, replace the batteries with new ones.

Note

Do not take more than one hour to replace the batteries; otherwise, your setting of the code numbers (page 8) and “learned” remote control signals (page 15) 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.

Location of Controls

1 S (set) button 2 Set indicator 3 Component Select buttons

Light or flash during operation.

4 Number buttons/AMP INPUT

select buttons

5 - (1–) button 6 t button 7 / button 8 Player Control buttons or

Fastext buttons

9 Cursor Control & OK buttons 0 MENU button qa 2 +/– buttons* qs % button* qd SYSTEM CONTROL buttons qf 1 button qg ENT (enter) (2–) button qh a button qj GUIDE button qk PROGR +/– buttons ql button

* Note on the 2 +/– 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. You can change this setting also (page 21).

NOTE

The function of control buttons vary depending on settings/operating modes. “Table of Preset Functions” (page 48) 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.

Basic Operations

Setting the Code for Preset Audio and Visual Components

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

Component Select Button

VCR

CBL/SAT

DVD

MD TAPE

AMP

* Analog audio compact cassette deck

Preset component(s)

TV TV/VCR Combo

VCR

Satellite tuner (SAT)

DVD player (DVD)

CD player

MD deck Cassette

deck* Amplifier

Factory setting

Sony TV

Sony VHS VCR

Sony SAT

Sony DVD player

Sony CD player

Sony MD deck Sony cassette

deck Sony amplifier

Setting a component code

Example: To set up a Philips’ 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 011.

2 Press S (set).

All Component Select buttons flash.

NOTE

CBL and VD can be set to any of the above Component Select buttons, and so can the others respectively. See “Table of Preset Functions” (page

48) for the functions of buttons as for each component.

3 Press the Component Select

button for the desired component.

The selected Component button lights up, and all other buttons turn off.

4 Press the Number buttons

to enter the three-digit component code number.

The selected Component button turns off each time you press a Number button.

5 Press ENT.

The Component button turns off.

Notes

• If you press a component code number that is not on the table in the supplied “Component Code Numbers”, or if you press a button in an improper order, the Component button flashes five times, and then turns off. Check the component code number, and try setting again.

• If you don’t input anything into the Commander for over 20 seconds between each step, the setup procedure will be canceled. To set the code, start over from Step 2.

• If you press S (set) while setting the component code, all code numbers will be lost, and the setup procedure will be canceled. Start over from Step

To cancel setup, press S (set).

If the Component button flashes five times before turning off, it means that the setup is incomplete. Start over from Step 2.

Continued

Setting the Code for Preset Audio and Visual Components (continued)

Checking if the code number works

1 Press the corresponding

Component Select button for the component you have set up.

The Component button lights up when you press it, and turns off when you release it.

2 Power on the component

with its power switch.

If the Commander does not seem to be working

Try repeating the setup procedures using the other codes listed for your components, or try setting the code number using the Search function (page 11).

Note on the 2+/– and % buttons

When you operate a visual component, the TV button lights up to indicate that the Commander is controlling or muting the TV’s volume.

When you operate an audio component, the AMP button lights up to indicate that the Commander is controlling or muting the amplifier’s volume.

3 Aim the Commander at the

component and press 1.

The selected Component button lights up when you press a function button, and turns off when you release it.

The component should power off.

4 If you have succeeded,

check that the Commander is operating the other functions of your component, such as programme and volume control.

See page 48 for details.

It is recommended that you first set the TV and AMP codes before setting up any other components.

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 19).

Setting a component code by the Search function

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

Before starting the Search function

Set each component to the following status so that the Search function works effectively. TV: Power-on VCR, SAT, CBL, DVD, AMP: Power-off VD, CD, MD, TAPE: Power-on with a playback source (disc, cassette tape, etc.)

1 Press S (set).

All Component Select buttons flash.

2 Press the Component Select

button for the desired component.

The selected Component button lights up, and all other buttons turn off.

3 Press PROGR + or PROGR

– and 1 in turn until the component reacts as decribed in the following.

Powers off: TV Powers on: VCR, SAT, CBL, DVD, AMP Plays back: VD, CD, MD, TAPE

Press PROGR + to go to the next code number. Press PROGR – to go back to the previous code number. The Component button flashes three times after the numbers have turned one cycle.

Note

Always be sure to first press PROGR +/– before pressing 1. Otherwise the Search function does not work properly.

Continued

Setting the Code for Preset Audio and Visual Components (continued)

4 Press ENT.

The Component button turns off.

5 Check if the code number

works by following the instructions on page 10.

To cancel setup, press S (set).

Operating Your Components with the Remote Commander

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

Example: To play a CD player

1 Press the desired

Component Select button.

The Component button lights up when you press it, and turns off when you release it.

2 Press any Player Control

button.

See “Table of Preset Functions” (page 48) for the functions of buttons for each component.

Note

The remote control signals may be different for some components or functions. In this case, programme the remote control signals with the Learning function (page 15). Note, however, that components and functions that do not support the remote control of infrared signals will not work with this Commander.

To control the volume

Press 2 +/– to control the volume, and % to mute. When you select a visual component, the TV’s volume will be controlled (the TV button lights up), and when you select an audio component, the amplifier’s volume will be controlled (the AMP button lights up). You can change this setting also (page 21).

Notes

• If you have programmed any signal on the 2 +/– or % button of any component by the Learning function (page 15), that signal will be transmitted instead of controlling the volume of the TV or amplifier when you select that component.

• If you have programmed any signal on the 2 +/– or % button of TV or AMP by the Learning function, that signal will be transmitted only when you select TV or AMP. When you select other components, the preset volume control signals for TV or AMP will be transmitted.

• If you have assigned another component to the TV or AMP button (page 32), the volume of the TV or amplifier cannot be controlled even when you select other components.

Continued

Operating Your Components with the Remote Commander (continued)

Notes on operating your components

When you use a double cassette deck

1 If the remote control for your

deck has a Deck A/B select control, the button on your Commander has the corresponding function.

2 If you cannot select Deck A/B

with the 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),

•assign the other deck to another Component Select button (page 32).

About the input select of a TV

Each time the t button is pressed, the input is changed in order. It is also possible to select directly as follows when you are connecting more than two VCRs. “t” + “0”: TV tuner “t” + “1”: VIDEO1 “t” + “2”: VIDEO2 “t” + “3”: VIDEO3 “t” + “4”: VIDEO4 “t” + “5”: VIDEO5 “t” + “6”: VIDEO6 If the above operations do not work, programme the remote control signals of your component to the Commander using the Learning function (page 15).

About the input select of a VCR

Each time the t button is pressed, the input is changed in order. It is also possible to select directly as follows. “t” + “0”: Tuner “t” + “1”: LINE1 “t” + “2”: LINE2 “t” + “3”: LINE3 “t” + “4”: LINE4 “t” + “5”: DV in When you use a Sony VCR, the above commands are preset. For other brands, it is possible to “teach” the above sequential button operations using the Learning function (page 15).

Using Unpreset Remote Control Operations

— Learning Function

To operate unpreset 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 (page 8). It is recommended that you make a note of the “learned” key functions.

Note

Some specific remote control signals may not be “learned”.

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

1 Place the RM-VL900T head

to head with your component’s remote control.

Remote control for your component

about 5 – 10 cm (2 – 4 inches) away

RM-VL900T

2 Press and hold S (set) for

over 3 seconds.

The S (set) indicator lights up, and all Component Select buttons flash.

Continued

Using Unpreset Remote Control Operations — Learning Function (continued)

3 Press the Component Select

button for the component whose signals are to be “learned”.

Both the S (set) indicator and the selected Component button light up, and all other buttons turn off.

If another signal has already been programmed on that Component button, the Component button of the “learned” component remains flashing. It stays that way until you have changed the setting.

Example: If “CD” has been set to VCR, VCR lights up and CD flashes.

4 Press the button on the

Commander you want to “teach”.

Both the S (set) indicator and the Component button flash (Learning function standby).

If another signal has already been “learned” by that button

The S (set) indicator flashes twice, and the Commander returns to its state in Step 3. Either “teach” to another free button, or clear the already “learned” function (page 19) and start over from the beginning.

5 Press and hold the button

on the other remote control, until both the S (set) indicator and the Component button light up again.

During data transfer, only the S (set) indicator stays lit, and the Component button turns off. After data transfer is complete, the Commander returns to its state in Step 3.

remote control of component

during data transfer

data transfer complete

Notes

• If you do not perform Learning steps within 20 seconds at any point during the process, Learning mode ends.

• If you do not perform Step 5 within 10 seconds after Step 4, Learning mode ends.

To cancel setup, press S (set).

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 2+ 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.

When you “teach” the signals for a double cassette deck switchable A and B

Press to select Deck A or B.

Note on the REC z signal

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

6 Repeat Steps 4 to 5 to

“teach” functions to other buttons.

To “learn” another component’s remote control signal

After positioning the two remote commanders as in Step 1 on page 15, press the corresponding Component Select button, and then follow Steps 4 to 5 to perform Learning.

7 Press S (set) to finish

setting.

Continued

Using Unpreset Remote Control Operations — Learning Function (continued)

When you “teach” signals to the 2 +/– or % buttons

•If you have programmed any signal on the 2 +/– or % button for components other than TV and AMP using the Learning function, that signal will be transmitted only when you select that component.

•If you have programmed any signal on the 2 +/– or % button for TV or AMP using the Learning function, that signal will be transmitted only after you select TV or AMP. When you select other components, the preset volume control signals for TV or AMP will be transmitted (for the difference between visual components and audio components, see page 21). To use the “learned” signal, you need to programme the 2 +/– or % button for each component using the Learning function.

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.).

To “teach” the signals for an airconditioner

See “Programming a Frequently Used Key Operation for SYSTEM CONTROL Buttons” on page 35.

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 44.

Changing or erasing the function of a “learned” button

To change the “learned” function, clear it first and perform Learning again.

To clear the “learned” function of a single button

Example: To erase the “learned” function from the Number button 1 in VCR mode.

1 Press and hold S (set) for

over 3 seconds.

The S (set) indicator lights up, and all Component Select buttons flash.

2 While holding the desired

Component Select button pressed, press the button you want to erase.

The S (set) indicator turns off, and the selected Component button lights up.

Note

Be sure to press both buttons at once. If you release the Component Select button, the Commander changes to Learning mode.

3 Press S (set) to finish

setting.

Continued

Using Unpreset Remote Control Operations — Learning Function (continued)

To clear all function signals “learned” for a specific component

2 While holding x pressed,

press the desired Component Select button.

The S (set) indicator turns off, and the selected Component button lights up.

Note

Through this operation, you can only erase the “learned” functions of all buttons for a specific component. The “learned” functions for the Component Select buttons cannot be changed here. You must be sure beforehand of which “learned” function you want to erase.

3 Press S (set) to finish

setting.

Example: To erase all functions “learned” by VCR button.

1 Press and hold S (set) for

over 3 seconds.

The S (set) indicator lights up, and all Component Select buttons flash.

Advanced Features

Controlling the Volume of Visual Components Connected to an Audio System

The Commander is factory preset based on the assumption that you hear the sound of your visual components from your TV speakers, and that you hear sound of your audio components from the loudspeakers connected to your amplifier.

This feature enables you to control the volume of your TV or amplifier without having to select TV or AMP each time you want to control the volume. For example, to control the volume while using a VCR, you don’t need to press the TV button to control the TV volume.

The following table shows the factory setting of which volume would be controlled for each component.

Component Select button

TV VCR CBL/SAT DVD CD MD TAPE AMP

Controls the volume of

TV TV TV TV amplifier amplifier amplifier amplifier

However, if your visual components are connected to an audio system, you may want to hear TV or VCR sound from the loudspeakers via your amplifier, not from your TV speakers. In this case, you need to change the factory preset so that you can control the volume of your visual components without first having to switch to the amplifier.

To change the Factory Preset of the Volume Control

Continued

Controlling the Volume of Visual Components Connected to an Audio System (continued)

1 Press S (set).

All Component Select buttons flash.

2 While holding % pressed,

press 2 + or 2 –.

To set all volume controls to AMP

Press 2 + while holding % pressed.

All Component Select buttons light up when you press these buttons, and then turn off when you release them.

To set only the audio components’ volume controls to AMP

Press 2 – while holding % pressed.

Only the audio Component buttons light up when you press these buttons, and then turn off when you release them.

Visual components are:

TV, VCR, CBL/SAT, DVD

Audio components are:

CD, MD, TAPE, AMP

Notes

• If you have already programmed the 2 +/– or % button for each component with any signals using the Learning function, the procedure above will not change the function of the 2 +/– and % buttons.

• If you have programmed volume control signals on 2 +/– or % buttons of TV or AMP, you can only use that signal when you select TV or AMP. For other components, the preset volume control signals for TV or AMP (depending on the above setting procedure) will be transmitted. To use the new signals, you need to programme each button for each component by the Learning procedure (page 15).

Executing a Series of Commands

— System Control Function

With the System Control function, you can programme a series of operating commands, and execute them by pressing just one button. For example, when you watch a video, a series of operations like that below would be necessary.

Example:

1 Power on the TV. 2 Power on the video (VCR). 3 Power on the amplifier. 4 Set the input selector of the

amplifier to VIDEO 1.

5 Set the input mode of the TV to

VIDEO.

6 Start video playback. You can programme up to 16

consecutive operation steps to each of the SYSTEM CONTROL 1, 2 or 3 buttons. A procedure that calls for pressing 2 buttons is counted as 2 steps. Pressing a Component Select button is also counted as 1 step. If you have set the System Control function on a Component Select button (page 27), the execution of the programmed commands begins when you press the Component Select button for more than 2 seconds.

Continued

Executing a Series of Commands — System Control Function (continued)

Programming a series of commands to the SYSTEM CONTROL buttons

Example: To program the procedure for the video to the SYSTEM CONTROL 2 button

1 Press S (set).

All Component Select buttons flash.

If a series of commands is already programmed on that button

(At the factory, the SYSTEM CONTROL 1 button is preset with the System Power-Off function for Sony components, and the SYSTEM CONTROL 3 button is factory preset with standard Power-On command for nearly all Sony components.) To program a new series of operations, clear the program first (page 26).

2 Press SYSTEM

CONTROL 2.

All Component Select buttons light up.

3 Press the Component Select

button for the component to operate.

The Component button lights up when you press it, and turns off when you release it.

4 Press the button(s) for the

desired operation.

The selected Component button lights up every time you press a function button, and turns off when you release it.

5 Set the input mode of the TV

to VIDEO

5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to

program the buttons for the series of operations.

In this example: Press the following buttons. 1 Power on the TV

2 Power on the video

3 Power on the amplifier

4 Set the input mode of AMP

to VIDEO 1

6 Start video playback

6 When you have

programmed all function keys, press S (set) to finish setting.

Notes

• If you interrupt the procedure at any point for over 10 seconds, the setting mode ends and the series of commands will be programmed to that point. In this case, clear the program (page 26) and start again from Step 1 to set the entire program from the beginning. You cannot continue from where you let off.

• If a SYSTEM CONTROL button has already “learned” a remote control signal (page 35), you cannot program on this button. Clear the “learned” contents first (page 26).

• If you change the component code number (page 8) or program a new signal by Learning (page 15) on a button that has been programmed in the series of commands of the System Control function, the new signal will be transmitted when you press the corresponding SYSTEM CONTROL button.

• If you have programmed an incorrect operation by mistake, press S (set) to cancel setup and start again from Step 1.

Continued

Executing a Series of Commands — System Control Function (continued)

Tips for programming the System Control function

The following information helps you to program a consecutive operation steps.

About the interval between operation steps

You can change the interval between operation steps (page 29).

About the order of operation steps

• Some of the components may not accept consecutive remote control signals. For example, a TV generally does not react to a next signal right after the Power-on signal. So, a series of commands such as TV Power-on and input select may not work properly. In this case, insert other signals like the example below;

TV Power-on t VCR Power-on t VCR play back t TV input select

• By programming an often-used component’s command as the final step, you can save the step of pressing a Component Select button when you start operating that component.

To clear programmed commands

While holding S (set) pressed, press one of the SYSTEM CONTROL 1, 2, or 3 button.

All Component Select buttons light up when you press these buttons, and turn off when you release them.

To set the SYSTEM CONTROL 1 or 3 button back to the factory setting

At the factory, the SYSTEM CONTROL 1 button is preset with the System Power-Off function for Sony components, and the SYSTEM CONTROL 3 button is factory preset with standard power-on command for nearly all Sony components. To reset them to the factory settings, clear the “learned” commands on the SYSTEM CONTROL 1 or 3 button. The System Control functions will be restored.

Notes on System Control Operation

•If the remote control detectors of the components are too far apart, or if something is blocking them, some of the components may not operate consecutively even after you press the SYSTEM CONTROL button.

•If some of the components did not operate correctly because of the above or for any other reason, always set all the components back to the states they were in before you pressed the SYSTEM CONTROL button. Failure to do this can result in incorrect operation when you press the SYSTEM CONTROL button again.

•Some components may not always be powered on by the System Control function. This is because the power of the component gets on and off alternatively when receiving the power on/off signal. In this case, check the operating component’s power on/off state before using the system control function.

•If the system control function does not work correctly, see also “Tips for programming the System Control function” on page 26.

Programming a series of commands to the Component Select buttons

Same as the SYSTEM CONTROL buttons, you can also program a series of operating commands on the Component Select buttons (up to 16 steps).

Example: To program the procedure on page 23 to the VCR button

1 Press S (set).

All Component Select buttons flash.

2 Press and hold the desired

Component Select button for more than 3 seconds.

The selected Component button lights up and all other button flash rapidly.

Continued

Executing a Series of Commands — System Control Function (continued)

If a series of commands is already programmed on that button

To program a new series of operations, clear the program first (page 28).

3 Follow Steps 3 to 6 on

pages 24 and 25

To execute the series of commands

Press and hold the programmed Component button for more than 2 seconds.

Notes

• You can program the System Control function on a Component Select button on which the Power-On function (page 30) has been programmed. In this case, the PowerOn function is overwritten and cannot be used. If you clear the System Control function on the button, the Power-On function is resumed and you can use it again.

• You cannot program the System Control function on a Component Select button on which a signal has been programmed by the Learning function (page 15).

• You can program a signal on a Component Select button by Learning (page 15) on which the System Control function has been programmed. In this case, the System Control function is overwritten and cannot be used. If you clear the “learned” signal on the button, the System Control function is resumed and you can use it again.

• You can program the Power-On function (page 30) on a Component Select button on which the System Control function has been programmed, but the Power-On function cannot be used. If you clear the System Control function on the button, you can use the Power-On function.

• If you interrupt the procedure at any point for over 10 seconds, the setting mode ends and the series of commands will be programmed to that point. In this case, clear the program and start again from Step 1 to set the entire program from the beginning. You can not continue from where you let off.

To clear the System Control function programmed on the Components Select buttons

Example: To clear the programmed commands on the VCR button

While holding S (set) pressed, press VCR.

The Component button lights up when you press them, and turns off when you release them.

Changing the interval between operation steps

You can control the interval in 4 steps (approx. 127 ms, 408 ms, 708 ms, 974 ms).

For the SYSTEM CONTROL buttons

1 Press S (set).

All Component Select buttons flash.

2 While holding one of the

SYSTEM CONTROL buttons (1, 2 or 3) whose interval you want to change pressed, press one of the Number buttons (1 – 4) to select the interval.

1: Approx. 127 ms (the

factory setting) 2: Approx. 408 ms 3: Approx. 708 ms 4: Approx. 974 ms

(1 ms: 1/1000 second)

All Component Select buttons light up when you press these buttons, and turn off when you release them.

Note

If you press a Number button apart from 1 – 4, the S (set) indicator flashes twice, and the Commander returns to its state in Step 1. Be sure to select from 1 – 4.

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Executing a Series of Commands — System Control Function (continued)

For the Component Select buttons

1 Press S (set).

All Component Select buttons flash.

2 While holding one of the

Component Select buttons whose interval you want to change pressed, press one of the Number buttons (1 –

4) to select the interval.

The Component Select button lights up when you press these buttons, and turns off when you release them.

Adding an Extra Function to the Component Select Buttons

Programming the Power-On Command of the Selected Component (for Sony Components only)

When using Sony components, you can program the Power-On signal for each component on a Component Select button. You can select the desired component and power it on by just pressing that Component Select button.

Example: To program the TV button

1 Press S (set).

All Component Select buttons

flash.

Note

If you press a Number button apart from 1 – 4, the S (set) indicator flashes twice, and the Commander returns to its state in Step 1. Be sure to select from 1 – 4.

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