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Operating Instructions Getting Started Operating the Remote Commander Unit Settings Setting by On-Remote Setup Additional Information Appendix RM-AX4000 Integrated Remote Commander To go to the section you want to read, click the title in the PDF Bookmarks, the title in the "Table of Contents" of the Operating Instructions, or the page in the sentences. © 2005 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions Getting Started Operating the Remote Commander Unit Settings Setting by On-Remote Setup Additional Information Appendix RM-AX4000 Integrated Remote Commander To go to the section you want to read, click the title in the PDF Bookmarks, the title in the "Table of Contents" of the Operating Instructions, or the page in the sentences. © 2005 Sony Corporation
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... most major brands components, as well as a control center for the Remote Commander. Features The RM-AX4000 Remote Commander provides centralized control of all your AV components. The AX Remote Editor software allows you to synchronize the status which you can memorize the status of Sony AV components with different remote control devices. Centralized control of power on the LCD display. Also...
... most major brands components, as well as a control center for the Remote Commander. Features The RM-AX4000 Remote Commander provides centralized control of all your AV components. The AX Remote Editor software allows you to synchronize the status which you can memorize the status of Sony AV components with different remote control devices. Centralized control of power on the LCD display. Also...
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... programmed to select channel 123 just by pressing one key. "AX Remote Editor" for the Remote Commander. The Remote Commander can learn remote control signals (infrared signals only) of other remote control signals you may not be available). Easy-to-operate Touch-key LCD with a single key The Remote Commander allows you to program a macro for a key to make advanced settings...
... programmed to select channel 123 just by pressing one key. "AX Remote Editor" for the Remote Commander. The Remote Commander can learn remote control signals (infrared signals only) of other remote control signals you may not be available). Easy-to-operate Touch-key LCD with a single key The Remote Commander allows you to program a macro for a key to make advanced settings...
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...for XPRESS function 26 Operating components individually 27 To control the volume ...29 Executing a series of commands at one button - System Control function 31 Using other useful functions 32 To operate the Remote Commander in the dark 32 Locking the controls - Timer function 29 To quickly switch the ...display 37 Calibrating the alignment of the LCD display 39 Setting the contrast 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...
...for XPRESS function 26 Operating components individually 27 To control the volume ...29 Executing a series of commands at one button - System Control function 31 Using other useful functions 32 To operate the Remote Commander in the dark 32 Locking the controls - Timer function 29 To quickly switch the ...display 37 Calibrating the alignment of the LCD display 39 Setting the contrast 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...
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... choose the XPRESS function/component/System Control/Timer/setting items, etc. The Label keys are used mainly to the previous display. 8 Getting Started Unpacking Check the contents of the package before using the Remote Commander. •Remote Commander RM-AX4000 (1) Location and function of ...the XPRESS function, components, System Control key and Timer as the Label keys. 3 COMPONENT button (page 27) The ...
... choose the XPRESS function/component/System Control/Timer/setting items, etc. The Label keys are used mainly to the previous display. 8 Getting Started Unpacking Check the contents of the package before using the Remote Commander. •Remote Commander RM-AX4000 (1) Location and function of ...the XPRESS function, components, System Control key and Timer as the Label keys. 3 COMPONENT button (page 27) The ...
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...appears, multiple pages are available. Note Do not press the touch-keys using sharp objects such as the Label keys. and MUTING buttons The Remote Commander can control or silence the TV and amplifier's volume when you press the number, next page displays. Note on the LCD display's power on the...76, 78-81, 83-87) q; Note No default System Control key macros are used for components that XPRESS function appears, and its macro is performed. 6 MENU button (pages 76-87) Calls up the menu screen for setting the Remote Commander and operating each component appear on /off the LCD display, ...
...appears, multiple pages are available. Note Do not press the touch-keys using sharp objects such as the Label keys. and MUTING buttons The Remote Commander can control or silence the TV and amplifier's volume when you press the number, next page displays. Note on the LCD display's power on the...76, 78-81, 83-87) q; Note No default System Control key macros are used for components that XPRESS function appears, and its macro is performed. 6 MENU button (pages 76-87) Calls up the menu screen for setting the Remote Commander and operating each component appear on /off the LCD display, ...
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...) alkaline batteries (not supplied). of the batteries with coins or other metallic objects. If the Remote Commander does not operate properly, the batteries are not going to use the unit for the clock will last up to 5 months (a Sony TV turned On/Off up the + and - Notes on the LCD display. replace them...
...) alkaline batteries (not supplied). of the batteries with coins or other metallic objects. If the Remote Commander does not operate properly, the batteries are not going to use the unit for the clock will last up to 5 months (a Sony TV turned On/Off up the + and - Notes on the LCD display. replace them...
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... keys. SU CLOCK LEARN AM NG SET STD_TIME Note If you install batteries the first time, the Remote Commander enters clock setup mode. or The current setting is not used in spring and autumn), the Remote Commander will automatically adjust itself. "12" (hour) "AM" and "SET" flash. Continued 11 When the time change occurs...
... keys. SU CLOCK LEARN AM NG SET STD_TIME Note If you install batteries the first time, the Remote Commander enters clock setup mode. or The current setting is not used in spring and autumn), the Remote Commander will automatically adjust itself. "12" (hour) "AM" and "SET" flash. Continued 11 When the time change occurs...
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... the other setup method. Getting Started Remote Commander settings and operating procedures About the factory setting The Remote Commander (RM-AX4000) is a way of setting up directly with the Remote Commander. Default components list Displays on Remote Commander Component TV TV A-CBL Analog Cable box...necessary settings for your PC, "AX Remote Editor," to operate most Sony brand AV components (see the table on the Remote Commander. • On-PC Setup (Recommended) "On-PC Setup" uses the supplied software for the Remote Commander (components' preset codes, etc.,). By...
... the other setup method. Getting Started Remote Commander settings and operating procedures About the factory setting The Remote Commander (RM-AX4000) is a way of setting up directly with the Remote Commander. Default components list Displays on Remote Commander Component TV TV A-CBL Analog Cable box...necessary settings for your PC, "AX Remote Editor," to operate most Sony brand AV components (see the table on the Remote Commander. • On-PC Setup (Recommended) "On-PC Setup" uses the supplied software for the Remote Commander (components' preset codes, etc.,). By...
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... can also change the settings of AX Remote Editor for setting details. Remote Commander settings and operating procedures (continued) Programmable items of commands for controlling several AV components by "sliding your finger" in a set up "AX Remote Editor" (page 20) and setting the Remote Commander. Step4: Operating an AV component using the Remote Commander. • Operating the XPRESS function (page...
... can also change the settings of AX Remote Editor for setting details. Remote Commander settings and operating procedures (continued) Programmable items of commands for controlling several AV components by "sliding your finger" in a set up "AX Remote Editor" (page 20) and setting the Remote Commander. Step4: Operating an AV component using the Remote Commander. • Operating the XPRESS function (page...
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... 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 commands 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...
... 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 commands 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...
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... 2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the PC. After a moment, "RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu" appears. 3 Click [Install AX Remote Editor]. "AX Remote Editor" system requirements Operating systems: Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005/Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004/Windows...CD-ROM drive USB port * Does not operate with a display of commands (a macro) easy, and also allows various other convenient functions that can set up the Remote Commander with an authorized "Administrator" ID when installing "AX Remote Editor." 1 Close all software running on the PC. For details, ...
... 2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the PC. After a moment, "RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu" appears. 3 Click [Install AX Remote Editor]. "AX Remote Editor" system requirements Operating systems: Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005/Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004/Windows...CD-ROM drive USB port * Does not operate with a display of commands (a macro) easy, and also allows various other convenient functions that can set up the Remote Commander with an authorized "Administrator" ID when installing "AX Remote Editor." 1 Close all software running on the PC. For details, ...
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...USB driver You need to install the driver for it again from the beginning. • Do not simply copy the USB driver in the Remote Commander, the USB connection cannot be connected. • Depending on the PC, various messages other displays while installing, press the [Tab] key ... Setup" again. 4 Click [Next]. You need to install it properly for each port to which the Remote Commander will be detected by mistake, install it to your PC and the Remote Commander. Make sure to install the batteries before connecting the supplied USB mini cable to work. • On Windows...
...USB driver You need to install the driver for it again from the beginning. • Do not simply copy the USB driver in the Remote Commander, the USB connection cannot be connected. • Depending on the PC, various messages other displays while installing, press the [Tab] key ... Setup" again. 4 Click [Next]. You need to install it properly for each port to which the Remote Commander will be detected by mistake, install it to your PC and the Remote Commander. Make sure to install the batteries before connecting the supplied USB mini cable to work. • On Windows...
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...Select "Install the software automatically [Recommended]", then click [Next]. After a moment, "RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu" appears. 3 Click [Exit] to close "RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu." 4 Connect the PC and the Remote Commander using the supplied USB mini cable (page 19). The "Found New Hardware" message ...appears. Tip If the following confirmation message appears, "Can Windows connect to Windows Update to close "RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu." 4 Connect the PC and the Remote Commander using the supplied USB mini cable (page 19). For Windows 2000 users 1 Close all software running on...
...Select "Install the software automatically [Recommended]", then click [Next]. After a moment, "RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu" appears. 3 Click [Exit] to close "RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu." 4 Connect the PC and the Remote Commander using the supplied USB mini cable (page 19). The "Found New Hardware" message ...appears. Tip If the following confirmation message appears, "Can Windows connect to Windows Update to close "RM-AX4000 Install CD Menu." 4 Connect the PC and the Remote Commander using the supplied USB mini cable (page 19). For Windows 2000 users 1 Close all software running on...
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... your PC You can now connect the Remote Commander (RM-AX4000) to the USB connector of the Remote Commander (RM-AX4000). 2 Connect the USB mini cable to your PC with the Remote Commander, as a malfunction may occur. • Only connect one Remote Commander to the PC while it is complete. 9 Click [Finish].... Do not disconnect the USB mini cable from your PC while your PC and the Remote Commander. Be sure to disconnect the Remote Commander from the USB connector. • Before connecting the Remote Commander to your PC, be able to download the settings correctly. 1 Connect the USB mini...
... your PC You can now connect the Remote Commander (RM-AX4000) to the USB connector of the Remote Commander (RM-AX4000). 2 Connect the USB mini cable to your PC with the Remote Commander, as a malfunction may occur. • Only connect one Remote Commander to the PC while it is complete. 9 Click [Finish].... Do not disconnect the USB mini cable from your PC while your PC and the Remote Commander. Be sure to disconnect the Remote Commander from the USB connector. • Before connecting the Remote Commander to your PC, be able to download the settings correctly. 1 Connect the USB mini...
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... button.) To search by operating "AX Remote Editor," referring to "Programs" - Starting up "AX Remote Editor" On your keyword(s). 20 "AX Remote Editor" starts up , the "New Project" wizard appears. Using "AX Remote Editor" - Help You can set up the Remote Commander by contents (Contents) You can find ...click the Windows "Start" button and point to a specific subject by using the table of contents shown on the "Contents" tab. "Sony Remote AX," "AX Remote Editor" and click. Tips • If you need. To search using key words (Search) You can find information relating to "All...
... button.) To search by operating "AX Remote Editor," referring to "Programs" - Starting up "AX Remote Editor" On your keyword(s). 20 "AX Remote Editor" starts up , the "New Project" wizard appears. Using "AX Remote Editor" - Help You can set up the Remote Commander by contents (Contents) You can find ...click the Windows "Start" button and point to a specific subject by using the table of contents shown on the "Contents" tab. "Sony Remote AX," "AX Remote Editor" and click. Tips • If you need. To search using key words (Search) You can find information relating to "All...
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... for each AV component individually (page 27). D-SAT Turns on TV and Video Cassette recorder, and the display of power on the Remote Commander (RM-AX4000). • XPRESS operation: You can operate each component, and send a signal to synchronize the status which you can memorize the...'s status. Turn on the factory preset code, they may not necessarily be effective. Operating the Remote Commander Operating your components There are preset at the factory to operate Sony brand components (see the table at right). Set the input mode of XPRESS_D-SAT appears. For...
... for each AV component individually (page 27). D-SAT Turns on TV and Video Cassette recorder, and the display of power on the Remote Commander (RM-AX4000). • XPRESS operation: You can operate each component, and send a signal to synchronize the status which you can memorize the...'s status. Turn on the factory preset code, they may not necessarily be effective. Operating the Remote Commander Operating your components There are preset at the factory to operate Sony brand components (see the table at right). Set the input mode of XPRESS_D-SAT appears. For...
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...display." Keys on the Remote Commander, the XPRESS names appear at the bottom of the display. Operating your components (continued) Operating the XPRESS function LEARN NG X PRESS COMMANDER BACK COMPONENT SYNC-UP TIMER LIGHT OFF EPG MENU VOLUME CHANNEL EXIT OK TOOLS SYSTEM CONTROL 1 2 3 MUTING ...RECALL 4 MORE ALL OFF XPRESS button When you want to operate, programmed commands for the key are used to switch to the individual component displays (page ...
...display." Keys on the Remote Commander, the XPRESS names appear at the bottom of the display. Operating your components (continued) Operating the XPRESS function LEARN NG X PRESS COMMANDER BACK COMPONENT SYNC-UP TIMER LIGHT OFF EPG MENU VOLUME CHANNEL EXIT OK TOOLS SYSTEM CONTROL 1 2 3 MUTING ...RECALL 4 MORE ALL OFF XPRESS button When you want to operate, programmed commands for the key are used to switch to the individual component displays (page ...
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...you are displayed as Touch-keys. SU AM LEARN NG XPRESS_DVD DVD TV Continued 23 You can also use to control the DVD are finished using the Remote Commander, press the COMMANDER OFF button. Press the number to go to operate (in this case, DVD). When the signal is sent... buttons. 4 When you want to the previous display Press the BACK button, the previous LCD display returns. Operating the Remote Commander Example: To play a DVD player by "AX Remote Editor." X PRESS "XPRESS" appears as "/1" appears to the right side of TV changes to those selected by XPRESS function...
...you are displayed as Touch-keys. SU AM LEARN NG XPRESS_DVD DVD TV Continued 23 You can also use to control the DVD are finished using the Remote Commander, press the COMMANDER OFF button. Press the number to go to operate (in this case, DVD). When the signal is sent... buttons. 4 When you want to the previous display Press the BACK button, the previous LCD display returns. Operating the Remote Commander Example: To play a DVD player by "AX Remote Editor." X PRESS "XPRESS" appears as "/1" appears to the right side of TV changes to those selected by XPRESS function...
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...a page number such as "/1" appears to the right side of Display title, multiple pages are displayed as Label keys. The components that makes up the Remote Commander) 1 Press the XPRESS button. DVD 4 Press the BACK button to return to the previous display, and repeat step 3 until the correct input is selected... LEARN NG XPRESS /1 3 In this step would be done automatically for you need to set the correct input of the component's Label keys to control the DVD are correctly set up this case, DVD). SU AM LEARN NG XPRESS_DVD DVD TV Note If you had used to set . That's...
...a page number such as "/1" appears to the right side of Display title, multiple pages are displayed as Label keys. The components that makes up the Remote Commander) 1 Press the XPRESS button. DVD 4 Press the BACK button to return to the previous display, and repeat step 3 until the correct input is selected... LEARN NG XPRESS /1 3 In this step would be done automatically for you need to set the correct input of the component's Label keys to control the DVD are correctly set up this case, DVD). SU AM LEARN NG XPRESS_DVD DVD TV Note If you had used to set . That's...