2-680-316-12(1)
Integrated Remote
Commander
Operating Instructions
Getting Started
Operating
Unit Settings
Additional Information
Appendix
RM-AX1400
© 2006 Sony Corporation
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Telephone number:
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This device complies with Part 15 of
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the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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mentioned as Windows 2000 in this
manual .
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Control up to 8 components
With the Remote Commander, you can
control up to 8 components, including
your TV, VCR, DVD, DVR, CD, RCVR,
etc.
Features
The RM-AX1400 Remote Commander
provides centralized control of all your
AV components from a single remote
control and saves the trouble of operating
different AV components with different
remote control devices. The following are
its main features.
Centralized control of Sony AV
components with this one Remote
Commander
The Remote Commander is preset at the
factory to operate Sony brand
components, so you can use it out of the
box as a control center for your Sony AV
components.
The supplied software “AX1400
Remote Editor” for easy Remote
Commander setup
By installing the “AX1400 Remote
Editor” on the supplied CD-ROM onto
your PC, you can customize the setting of
the Remote Commander according to
your preferences.
You can also program various advanced
settings easily. (The main settings of the
Remote Commander can only be
programmed using “AX1400 Remote
Editor.”)
The settings programmed on your PC
can be transferred to the Remote
Commander as necessary using the
supplied Dedicated USB cable.
Remote control signals for non-Sony
components are also preset
The Remote Commander also recognizes
the preset codes for most major brands
components, as well as Sony. Just select
the corresponding codes to control all
your AV components.
Learning function lets you program
other remote control signals you may
need
The Remote Commander can learn the
remote control infrared signals of
non-preset components. The Remote
Commander can learn remote control
signals (infrared signals only) of other
devices such as air conditioners, lights,
etc. (some specific appliances or
functions may not be available).
XPRESS function for executing a
series of actions to operate several
AV components by pressing just one
button
Groups of commands from different
components can be set for up to 8
XPRESS functions. For example, when
you watch a DVD using a TV and an
amplifier/receiver, you can press just one
button to turn on/off each component, and
select the correct inputs. Other buttons
operate source components (the
components which output picture or
sound).
Also, the XPRESS function can memorize
the status of power on/off, input select
status of each component, and send a
signal to synchronize them to the Remote
Commander, regardless of their current
status.
System Control function executes a
series of actions (a macro) by
pressing one button
In addition to the XPRESS function, more
settings can be programmed to perform a
series of actions (a macro) just by
pressing one button. You can program up
to 8 System Control functions.
Furthermore, you can program a series of
actions (a macro) to other buttons as a
single step of an XPRESS function or
component operation.
Label function lets you display the
comment assigned to each button
By registering a comment (up to 12
letters) using “AX1400 Remote Editor”
for each button, you can display the
comment when you press the button.
Bright and clear organic EL display
and button illumination
Embedded organic EL
(electroluminescence) display and button
illumination allow you to operate easily
in the dark.
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Table of Contents
Features ................................................4
Overview ...............................................6
Additional Information
Precautions .........................................24
Maintenance .......................................24
Specifications......................................24
Troubleshooting ..................................25
Getting Started
Unpacking .............................................7
Installing the batteries .........................7
Location and function of controls ........ 8
Appendix
Table of preset functions ....................28
Setting up for your PC ..........................9
Installing the “AX1400 Remote
Editor” ...................................................... 9
Installing the USB driver ......................... 10
Connecting the Remote Commander
to your PC .............................................. 11
Using the “AX1400 Remote Editor”
to set up the Remote Commander ... 12
Using “AX1400 Remote Editor”
– Help ...................................................... 13
Operating
Operating the Remote Commander .... 14
What is the XPRESS function? ................ 14
Selecting desired function ....................... 15
Operating the XPRESS function ............. 16
Operating components individually ..... 17
To control the volume .............................. 17
Other useful functions ........................18
To operate the Remote Commander
in the dark .............................................. 18
To synchronize with the status of a
component .............................................. 18
To turn off all the components at
one time .................................................. 19
Locking the controls – Hold function .... 19
Unit Settings
Setting the button illumination .......... 20
Setting the display..............................22
Setting the beep .................................23
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Overview
Easy setup on your PC
You can easily download a variety of settings from your PC to the Remote Commander
(RM-AX1400) using the “AX1400 Remote Editor” on the supplied CD-ROM.
AV components
AX1400 Remote Editor
Preset
Download
Remote Commander
(RM-AX1400)
The setup wizard helps you make
all the necessary settings!
Note
Most of settings of the Remote Commander (RM-AX1400) can be customized only on the PC.
Comfortable operation
You can operate all of your components by the Remote Commander (RM-AX1400).
In the example below, to watch a DVD by pressing just one button, the DVD player is
assigned to the button as the source component, the TV as the picture display, and the
receiver as the sound output. With this setting, the DVD starts playing automatically by
simply pressing one button, regardless of your components’ current power-on/off and
input select status.
TV
Y
PLA
Power On
Change Input
DVD
Power On
Start Playback
Receiver
One press!
Power On
Change Input
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Getting Started
Unpacking
Check the contents of the package before
using the Remote Commander.
Installing the batteries
Slide and open the battery compartment
lid and insert two size AA (R6) alkaline
batteries (not supplied). Be sure to match
the + and – of the batteries with the +
and – of the battery compartment.
•Remote Commander RM-AX1400 (1)
•Dedicated USB cable (1)
•CD-ROM* (1)
– AX1400 Remote Editor software
– Operating Instructions (PDF file)
When to replace the batteries
Alkaline batteries will last up to 5
months (a Sony TV turned on/off up to
approx. 300 times per day). If the Remote
Commander does not operate properly,
the batteries are getting weak and E
appears on the screen. When the screen
dims or the button illumination grows
dim, the batteries are getting weak, and
need to be replaced.
•Operating Instructions (1)
•Warranty Card (1)
* Do not attempt to play this CD-ROM in an
audio CD player.
Notes on replacing the batteries
• Do not take more than one hour to replace
the batteries. Otherwise, your unit settings
(page 20) will be initialized.
• Do not attempt to recharge dry batteries.
• Do not carry dry batteries together with coins
or other metallic objects. This can generate
heat if the positive and negative terminals of
the batteries accidentally come into contact
with metallic objects.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a
long time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the
same time.
• When you replace the batteries, replace them
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both with new ones.
5 SYNC-UP button (pages 18)
Used to synchronize the Remote
Commander with the status of a
component.
Location and function
of controls
6 XPRESS buttons (pages 15)
Used to perform the function.
1
qh
7 Number/ENT buttons
Used to change the channel. For
example, to change to channel 5, press
0 and 5 (or press 5 and ENT).
2
3
qj
4
5
6
8 Dot button
9 DIGITAL/ANALOG button
q; VOL +/– buttons* (pages 17)
Adjusts the volume.
qa MUTING button* (pages 17)
Silences the sound. Press the button to
silence, and again to return to the
previous volume level.
7
8
9
qk
ql
w;
qs GUIDE button
qd OK and cursor buttons
qf EXIT button
q;
qa
qs
qg Player control buttons
Used to fast-rewind/play/fast-
forward/record/stop/pause a
component.
wa
ws
qd
qf
wd
qh ALL OFF button (pages 19)
qj MORE button (pages 15)
Used to display the functions on the
screen by pressing repeatedly.
qg
wf
qk CH +/– buttons
Selects the channel.
ql TWIN VIEW button
w; RECALL button
wa INFO button
The CHANNEL +, number 5 and N buttons
have a tactile dot.
ws MENU button
wd TOOLS button
wf ABCD buttons
1 LIGHT button (pages 18)
Used to brighten the button
illumination in the dark. Press the
button once to turn on/off the button
illumination.
Available for programming desired
settings.
Used to program various functions by
using “AX1400 Remote Editor.”
2 Organic EL display
Displays the functions, setting menu
and transmission/battery marks.
3 MULTI-FUNCTION buttons (pages 15)
Used to select the desired function on
the screen.
* Note on the VOL +/– and MUTING
buttons
When you select a visual component, the
TV’s volume will be controlled; when you
select an audio component, the amplifier’s
volume will be controlled.
4 BACK button
Used to return to the previous
component or XPRESS function.
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Installing the “AX1400
Remote Editor”
Setting up for your PC
By installing the “AX1400 Remote
Editor” on the supplied CD-ROM onto
your PC, you can set up the Remote
Commander simply with your PC.
“AX1400 Remote Editor” makes setting
up a complex series of operations (a
macro) easy, and also allows various
other convenient functions to be set up.
For details, see the Help menu provided
in “AX1400 Remote Editor.”
Follow the instructions below to install.
Notes
• Do not simply copy the “AX1400 Remote
Editor” folder in the supplied CD-ROM to a
PC. You need to install it properly for it to
work.
• Administrator privileges are required for
installation on PCs running Windows 2000 or
Windows XP.
1 Close all software running on
Windows.
“AX1400 Remote Editor” system
requirements
Operating systems (manufacturer
installed):
2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into
the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
Windows XP Media Center Edition
2005/Windows XP Media Center
Edition 2004/Windows XP Media
Center Edition/Windows XP
Professional/Windows XP Home
Edition/Windows 2000 Professional
Computer:
IBM PC/AT or compatible (The
software does not run on Macintosh
operating system)
After a moment, “RM-AX1400 Install
CD Menu” appears.
CPU:
3 Click [Install AX1400 Remote
Editor].
Pentium II 400 MHz or more
Required Hard Drive Capacity:
20 MB or more
“AX1400 Remote Editor 1.0 Setup”
appears.
RAM:
64 MB or more (128 MB or more for
Windows XP)
Display:
High (16 bits) color or higher,
1024 × 768 dots or better*
Required Peripherals:
CD-ROM Drive, USB port
* Does not operate with a display of under
1024 × 768 dots.
Continued
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Setting up for your PC (continued)
For Windows XP users
1 Close all software running on
Windows.
4 Click [Next].
2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into
the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
After a moment, “RM-AX1400 Install
CD Menu” appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions and
proceed with the installation.
When the installation is complete,
“AX1400 Remote Editor 1.0 Setup”
automatically quits.
3 Click [Exit] to close “RM-AX1400
Tip
Install CD Menu.”
If the installation screen is hidden behind
other windows
4 Connect the PC and the Remote
Commander using the supplied
Dedicated USB cable (page 11).
“Found New Hardware” appears in
the Notification Area in the lower
right-hand of the display. After a
moment, “Found New Hardware
Wizard” appears.
If “AX1400 Remote Editor 1.0 Setup”
disappears behind other screen while
installing, press the [Tab] key several times
while pressing down the [Alt] key to bring
up “AX1400 Remote Editor 1.0 Setup”
again.
Installing the USB driver
Tip
You need to install the USB driver before
connecting the supplied Dedicated USB
cable to your PC and the Remote
Commander.
If the following confirmation message
“Can Windows connect to Windows
Update to search for software?” appears,
select [No, not this time], then click
[Next].
Follow the instructions below to install.
Notes
• Without batteries in the Remote Commander,
the USB connection cannot be detected by the
PC even if the Dedicated USB cable is
connected.
• Make sure to install the batteries before
installing the USB driver. If the USB driver
installation is interrupted by mistake, install
it again from the beginning.
• Do not simply copy the USB driver in the
supplied CD-ROM to the PC. You need to
install it properly for it to work.
• Administrator privileges are required for
installation on PCs running Windows 2000 or
Windows XP.
• On Windows 2000 or Windows XP, you need
to install the driver for each port to which the
Remote Commander will be connected.
• Depending on the PC, various messages
other than those mentioned in this manual
may appear during the USB driver
installation. Just follow the on-screen
instructions of these messages to install.
5 Select “Install the software
automatically [Recommended]”,
then click [Next].
Installing of the USB driver starts.
“Completing the Found New
Hardware Wizard” appears when the
installation is complete.
6 Click [Finish].
Installing of the USB driver finishes.
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For Windows 2000 users
Connecting the Remote
Commander to your PC
1 Close all software running on
Windows.
You can now connect the Remote
Commander to your PC with the
supplied Dedicated USB cable. Connect
whenever you want to verify correct
operation of button commands for an
XPRESS function, etc., or to exchange
setup data between your PC and the
Remote Commander.
2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into
the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
After a moment, “RM-AX1400 Install
CD Menu” appears.
3 Click [Exit] to close “RM-AX1400
Install CD Menu.”
IMPORTANT
4 Connect the PC and the Remote
Commander using the supplied
Dedicated USB cable (page 11).
“Found New Hardware” appears.
After a moment, “Found New
Hardware Wizard” appears.
Do not keep the Remote Commander
connected to the PC when the PC is in
standby/hibernation, otherwise, a
malfunction could occur. Be sure to
disconnect the Remote Commander from
the PC before standby/hibernation begins.
Furthermore, do not connect the Remote
Commander to the PC while it is in
standby/hibernation. Wait until the PC
comes out of standby/hibernation before
connecting.
5 Click [Next].
“Install Hardware Device Drivers”
appears.
6 Select “Search for a suitable driver
for my device [recommended]”,
then click [Next].
Notes
• The Remote Commander uses the battery
when connected to the PC. When you finish
the setup, unplug from the USB connector.
• If “E” is shown in the display, the Remote
Commander cannot be recognized on your
PC. Before connecting the Remote
“Locate Driver Files” appears.
7 Mark only the check box of “CD-
ROM drives”, then click [Next].
“Driver Files Search Results” appears,
and the found driver is displayed.
Commander to your PC, be sure to install
fresh batteries in the Remote Commander.
• Do not disconnect the Dedicated USB cable
from your PC while your PC is
8 Click [Next].
communicating with the Remote
Commander, as a malfunction may occur.
• Only connect one Remote Commander to
your PC at a time. Otherwise, you will not be
able to download the settings correctly.
Installing of the USB driver starts.
“Completing the Found New
Hardware Wizard” appears when the
installation is complete.
9 Click [Finish].
Installing of the USB driver finishes.
Continued
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Setting up for your PC (continued)
Using the “AX1400
Remote Editor” to set up
1 Open the battery compartment half-
way, then connect the Dedicated USB
cable to the USB connector of the
Remote Commander.
the Remote Commander
You can set the Remote Commander
using the “AX1400 Remote Editor.”
Follow the procedures below.
Note
“AX1400 Remote Editor” does not start up
when you do not log in as Administrator.
1 Gather all your remote controls.
2 Connect the Dedicated USB cable to
the USB connector of your PC.
We recommend using the remote
controls which were supplied with
each component, but if you are using
a replacement remote control (due to
loss or damage) or a universal remote
(which controls multiple
components), have it handy as well.
2 On your PC, click the Windows
“Start” button and point to “All
Programs” - “Sony Remote
AX1400,” - “AX1400 Remote
Editor” and click.
“AX1400 Remote Editor” starts up,
and the last project appears.
The first time “AX1400 Remote
Editor” starts up, “New Project
Wizard” appears. Following the on-
screen instructions, create a project.
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Note
Using “AX1400 Remote
Editor” – Help
You can set up the Remote Commander
by operating “AX1400 Remote Editor,”
referring to the detailed instructions
provided in Help.
If you do not have a remote control for one
of your components, do not add that
component’s remote control settings to the
Remote Commander on the following
screen. Exit “New Project Wizard”, then
select the “ADVANCED” tab and proceed
with setting. See the Help file of “AX1400
Remote Editor” for details.
Starting Help
Start up “AX1400 Remote Editor,” then
click “Help” on the menu bar and select
“AX1400 Remote Editor Help.”
Help topic for the current edit screen
appears by pressing the “F1” key while
editing. If no Help topic is available for
the screen, the top menu of Help appears.
How to use Help
Tips
Click one of the tabs: “Contents,”
“Index” or “Search,” and check the
information you need.
• If you are using an operating system other
than Windows XP, click the “Start” button of
Windows and point to “Programs” - “Sony
Remote AX1400” - “AX1400 Remote Editor”
and click to start up “AX1400 Remote
Editor”.
• If “ ” (the shortcut icon of “AX1400 Remote
Editor”) appears on the desktop of
Windows, double-click the icon to open it.
(Depending on the setting, Windows XP may
automatically delete icons from the desktop
if they have not been used for a certain
period of time. If “ ” does not appear on
the desktop, use the “Start” button.)
• While in “Introduction” of “New Project
Wizard,” if you press “Cancel,” the dialog
box appears. You can select the following:
Exit: Finishes “New Project Wizard” and
“AX1400 Remote Editor.” If you “AX1400
Remote Editor” starts up again, “New
Project Wizard” reappears.
Main Set-up Screen: “New” screen appears.
Enter a project name under “Input a project
folder name,” and select the folder in which
you want to create the project. Then click
“OK.” “AX1400 Remote Editor” starts up by
the Advanced mode as a factory settings.
Cancel: Returns to “New Project Wizard.”
To search by contents (Contents)
You can find information relating to a specific
subject by using the table of contents shown on
the “Contents” tab.
To search indexed information
(Index)
You can find information from a list of
predetermined keywords shown on the
“Index” tab.
To search using keywords (Search)
You can submit a keyword search on the
“Search” tab by typing in your keyword(s).
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Operating
What is the XPRESS
function?
The XPRESS function is an executable
series of actions that can operate several
AV components by pressing just one
button.
For example, you have to perform the
following operations sequentially to
watch a DVD using a TV, amplifier/
receiver, and a DVD player.
1 Turn on the DVD player.
2 Turn on the TV.
3 Set the appropriate input mode of the
TV.
4 Turn on the amplifier/receiver.
5 Set the appropriate input selector of the
amplifier/receiver.
Operating the Remote
Commander
There are two ways to operate the
components on the Remote Commander
(RM-AX1400).
• XPRESS operation: You can operate
multiple AV components related to a
specific task, such as “watching a
DVD,” or “watching a digital satellite,”
etc. This is called an “XPRESS
function.”
• Single component operation: You can
operate each AV component
individually (page 17).
Caution
Before you operate the Remote Commander,
determine all settings for your components and
necessary XPRESS functions by “AX1400
Remote Editor” on your PC. See the Help file of
“AX1400 Remote Editor” for details.
6 Start DVD playback.
By setting the above actions as an
XPRESS function, you can watch a DVD
by simply pressing one button.
Also, the XPRESS function can memorize
the status of power on/off, input selector
for each component, and send a signal to
synchronize the status which you want
without reference to the component’s
status.
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If you select an XPRESS function or
component operation by pressing the
XPRESS buttons or MULTI-FUNCTION
buttons on the Remote Commander, the
Remote Commander operates the
components corresponding to the
selected function.
Selecting desired function
XPRESS buttons: Press an XPRESS
button for the desired function.
For details on function assigned to each
button, see “Table of preset functions”
(page 28), or display Labels assigned to
each button following the procedure
below.
MULTI-FUNCTION buttons/MORE
button: Displays the functions on the
screen by pressing the MORE button
repeatedly, then select by pressing the
MULTI-FUNCTION button for the
desired function.
To display comments assigned to
each button
1 If you press a button, its signals are
sent and the comment assigned to the
button appears in the second line of the
screen while holding down the button.
2 By pressing the button while holding
down the LIGHT button, you can
display comments without sending
signals.
Select:
XPRESS XPRESS XPRESS
DVR SAT CBL
/1
Tip
Comments are editable with “AX1400 Remote
Editor.” See the Help file for details.
XPRESS buttons and MULTI-FUNCTION
buttons are assigned with the XPRESS
function or component at the factory
preset as shown in the table below.
Default button assignment list
Button
Assignment
XPRESS-TV
XPRESS-TV
XPRESS-MOVIE
XPRESS-MUSIC
XPRESS-RADIO
Page1 Left
XPRESS-DVD
XPRESS-CD
XPRESS-RCVR
XPRESS-DVR
XPRESS-SAT
XPRESS-CBL
Center
Right
Page2 Left
XPRESS-VCR
Component-TV
Component-DVD
Center
Right
Page3 Left
Component-CD
Component-DVR
Component-SAT
Center
Right
Page4 Left
Component-CBL
Component-VCR
Component-RCVR
Center
Right
Continued
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Operating the XPRESS
function
2 Press the left MULTI-FUNCTION
button which corresponds to
“XPRESS VCR.”
When you select an XPRESS function
with the MULTI-FUNCTION buttons or
XPRESS buttons, the XPRESS function
label and component label made for an
XPRESS function appear on the screen.
Select:
XPRESS COMP. COMP.
VCR TV DVD
/2
XPRESS
XPRESS MOVIE
function label
DVD
TV
Video Component
The TV and VCR turn on and each
component is set to its appropriate
input. The Remote Commander is
now able to operate your VCR. You
can also set the VCR to start playback
automatically using “AX1400 Remote
Editor.”
Source Component
Pressing a MULTI-FUNCTION button
switches to the individual component
operation (page 17) that make up the
XPRESS function.
Example: To operate a VCR by the
XPRESS function
Tip
Each component is automatically set to the
appropriate status for watching the VCR
regardless of its current status.
1 Display desired XPRESS function
by pressing the MORE button
repeatedly. In this example, press
the MORE button twice.
If some components do not change correctly,
synchronize with the status of the
components. For details, see “To synchronize
with the status of a component” on page 18.
3 Press the buttons for desired
Page number and the selectable
functions appear on the screen.
operation.
When a signal is sent,
appears.
You can also use other buttons, such
as the VOL (volume) +/–, CH
(channel) +/–, MUTING, cursor, and
MENU buttons.
Select:
XPRESS COMP. COMP.
VCR TV DVD
/2
Also see “Table of preset functions”
(page 28) for the functions of buttons
for each source component.
To return to the previous component
or XPRESS function
Press the BACK button.
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Operating components
individually
3 Press the buttons for desired
operation.
When a signal is sent,
appears.
When you select a component operation
with the MULTI-FUNCTION buttons or
XPRESS buttons, the component label
and its functions appear on the screen.
You can also use other buttons, such
as the VOL (volume) +/–, CH
(channel) +/–, MUTING, cursor, and
MENU buttons.
Also see “Table of preset functions”
(page 28) for the function of buttons
for each source component.
Component
label
COMP. DVD
POWER
Functions
To return to the previous component
or XPRESS function
Press the BACK button.
Example: To operate a DVD player
individually
Note
Your components may not work as intended
depending on the function of your
components. In this case, program the remote
control signals with the Learning function. See
the Help file of “AX1400 Remote Editor” for
details.
1 Display desired component you
want to operate individually by
pressing the MORE button
repeatedly. In this example, press
the MORE button twice.
To control the volume
Page number and the selectable
functions appear on the screen.
Select:
XPRESS COMP. COMP.
VCR TV DVD
/2
VOL +/– button
MUTING button
2 Press the right MULTI-FUNCTION
button which corresponds to
“COMP. DVD.”.
Select:
XPRESS COMP. COMP.
VCR TV DVD
/2
Press the VOL +/– buttons to control the
volume, and the MUTING button for
silence. When you select a visual
component, the TV’s volume will be
controlled; when you select an audio
component, the amplifier’s volume will
be controlled.
The component label and its functions
appear on the screen. The Remote
Commander is now able to operate
your DVD player.
COMP. DVD
POWER
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To synchronize with the
status of a component
Other useful functions
To operate the Remote
Commander in the dark
SYNC-UP button
LIGHT button
The Remote Commander memorizes the
status of the components’ input selectors,
and power on/off status. However, if
you turn on/off a component manually
or with a different remote control, the
Remote Commander may not recognize
the current component status. In this
case, press the SYNC-UP button to
Press the LIGHT button to turn on the
button illumination. Pressing any button
also activates this by default. If no button
is pushed within a set time, the button
illumination automatically turns off.
synchronize with the status of the current
component and the Remote Commander.
Default button illumination
settings
1 Press the SYNC-UP button.
The component you want to confirm
the status of appears on the screen.
Off-time setting
Brightness
10 seconds
Level 15 (Max: 15)*
All buttons
On
On-mode setting
Fade effect
COMP. VCR
SET POWER > ON
POWER
DONE CANCEL
* It is preset to “15” at the factory. Once you
download the data set up on your PC to the
Remote Commander, the initial setting is
changed to “5.”
2 Press the left MULTI-FUNCTION
button (POWER) repeatedly until
the desired status fixes, then press
the center MULTI-FUNCTION
button (DONE).
See “Setting the button illumination”
(page 20) to set the button illumination.
The screen switches to the next status
to be synchronized.
3 Press the left MULTI-FUNCTION
button (INPUT) repeatedly until the
desired status fixes, then press the
center MULTI-FUNCTION button
(DONE).
To return to the previous component
or XPRESS function
Press the BACK button or right
MULTI-FUNCTION (CANCEL) button.
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To turn off all the
components at one time
Locking the controls
– Hold function
To prevent accidental operation, you can
lock all the buttons with the Hold
function.
ALL OFF button
While pressing the LIGHT button,
press the SYNC-UP button.
A message reminding you to release the
Hold function appears for 10 seconds on
the screen.
If you press the ALL OFF button, all
controlling components turn off .
When the controls are locked
If you attempt to operate the Remote
Commander, a message reminding you
to release the Hold function appears for
10 seconds on the screen.
Some components may not turn off by
pressing the button. In this case, press the
SYNC-UP button to synchronize with the
power on/off status of the components.
For details, see “To synchronize with the
status of a component” on page 18.
Release Lock
Press LIGHT+SYNC-UP
To unlock the controls
While pressing the LIGHT button, press
the SYNC-UP button.
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Unit Settings
4
5
Press the OK button or the center
MULTI-FUNCTION button.
The following “SET MODE” screen
appears.
Setting the button
illumination
Button illumination is preset at the
factory to activate whenever the Remote
Commander is operated, and to switch
off automatically if you do not operate
for more than 10 seconds. You can set the
button illumination automatic-off time,
brightness, fade effect and which buttons
activate the button illumination. To
change this setting, perform the
SET MODE
>1 LIGHT OFF TIME
2 LIGHT BRIGHTNESS
Select “2 LIGHT BRIGHTNESS” by
pressing the V/v button, then
press the OK button.
The following setting screen for
brightness appears.
following procedure.
LIGHT BRIGHTNESS
1
While pressing the LIGHT button,
press the MORE button
(-)
LEVEL15
(+)
6
7
Press the B/b button or the left/
right MULTI-FUNCTION button
to change the
brightness of the button
illumination.
You can set the brightness of the
button illumination from 1 to 15.
Each time the button is pressed, the
level lighter/darker by 1.
The following “SET MODE” screen
appears.
SET MODE
>1 LIGHT OFF TIME
2 LIGHT BRIGHTNESS
2
3
Select “1 LIGHT OFF TIME” by
pressing the V/v button, then
press the OK button.
The following setting screen for
light-off time appears.
Press the OK button or the center
MULTI-FUNCTION button.
The following “SET MODE” screen
appears.
LIGHT OFF TIME
SET MODE
>2 LIGHT BRIGHTNESS
3 LIGHT ON MODE
(-)
10sec
(+)
Press the B/b button or the left/
right MULTI-FUNCTION button
to change the light-off time of the
button illumination.
You can set the light-off time of the
button illumination from 1 to 60
seconds. Each time the button is
pressed, the time decreases/increases
by 1 second. For example, “20sec” on
the screen means 20 seconds.
Note
When you set the automatic-off time longer
than 10 seconds (factory setting), battery
life may be shorter.
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8
9
Select “3 LIGHT ON MODE” by
pressing the V/v button, then
press the OK button.
The following setting screen for
buttons to activate the button
illumination appears. The current
setting is shown inside [ ].
11 Select “6 FADE EFFECT” by
pressing the V/v button, then
press OK button.
The following setting screen for fade
effect appears. The current setting is
shown inside [ ].
FADE EFFECT
LIGHT ON MODE
OFF
[ ON ]
LIGHT
[ ALL ]
12 Press the B/b button or the left/
right MULTI-FUNCTION button
to select the fade effect of the
button illumination.
Press the B/b button or the left/
right MULTI-FUNCTION button
to select which buttons activate the
button illumination.
LIGHT: The button illumination is
activated by pressing the LIGHT
button only.
ALL: The button illumination is
activated by pressing any buttons on
the Remote Commander except the
VOL +/– and CH +/– .
The setting changes and a beep
sounds each time you press the
button.
OFF: normal button illumination
ON: fade in/out the button
illumination
The setting changes and a beep
sounds each time you press the
button.
13 Press the OK button or the center
MULTI-FUNCTION button, then
press the EXIT button or the BACK
button.
The Remote Commander returns to
Note
the normal screen.
In the “ALL” position, if you use the
Remote Commander frequently, battery life
may be shorter. In this case, shorten the
light-off time.
To return to the previous screen, and
to quit before finishing
Press the BACK button or the EXIT button, and
the previous screen returns.
Press the BACK button or the EXIT button
while the “SET MODE” screen appears, and
the normal screen returns.
10 Press the OK button or the center
MULTI-FUNCTION button.
The following “SET MODE” screen
appears.
SET MODE
>3 LIGHT ON MODE
4 DISP. OFF TIME
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4
5
Press the OK button or the center
MULTI-FUNCTION button.
The following “SET MODE” screen
appears.
Setting the display
The Remote Commander is preset at the
factory to switch off the display
automatically if you do not operate it for
more than 30 seconds. You can set the
display’s automatic-off time and
brightness. To change this setting,
perform the following procedure.
SET MODE
>4 DISP. OFF TIME
5 DISP. BRIGHTNESS
Select “5 DISP. BRIGHTNESS” by
pressing the V/v button, then
press the OK button.
The following setting screen for
brightness appears.
1
While pressing the LIGHT button,
press the MORE button
DISP. BRIGHTNESS
The following “SET MODE” screen
appears.
(-)
LEVEL 1
(+)
6
Press the B/b button or the left/
right MULTI-FUNCTION button
to adjust the brightness of the
screen.
SET MODE
>1 LIGHT OFF TIME
2 LIGHT BRIGHTNESS
You can set the brightness of the
screen from 1 to 3. Each time the
button is pressed, the level lighter/
darker by 1.
2
3
Select “4 DISP. OFF TIME” by
pressing the V/v button, then
press the OK button.
The following setting screen for the
display’s automatic-off time appears.
Note
If you press the selectable button and the
brightness level is already at the
minimum/maximum level, no beep sound.
The level can be set from 1 to 3.
DISP. OFF TIME
(-)
30sec
(+)
7
Press the OK button or the center
MULTI-FUNCTION button, then
press the EXIT button or the BACK
button.
The Remote Commander returns to
the normal screen.
Press the B/b button or the left/
right MULTI-FUNCTION button
to change the display’s automatic-
off time.
You can set from 1 to 60 seconds.
Each time the button is pressed, the
time decreases/increases by 1
second. For example, “30sec” on the
screen means 30 seconds.
To return to the previous screen, and
to quit before finishing
Press the BACK button or the EXIT button, and
the previous screen returns.
Press the BACK button or the EXIT button
while the “SET MODE” screen appears, and
the normal screen returns.
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To return to the previous screen, and
to quit before finishing
Press the BACK button or the EXIT button, and
the previous screen returns.
Setting the beep
The Remote Commander is preset at the
factory with the confirmation beep set to
on. To change this setting, perform the
following procedure.
Press the BACK button or the EXIT button
while the “SET MODE” screen appears, and
the normal screen returns.
Tip
You can use shortcuts for unit settings.
While holding down the LIGHT button,
press the MORE button. The “SET MODE”
screen appears, then you can move to each
setting screen by pressing the number
button corresponding to the desired unit
setting.
1
While pressing the LIGHT button,
press the MORE button
The following “SET MODE” screen
appears.
Number Settings
button
SET MODE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Light off time
Light brightness
Light on mode
Display off time
Display brightness
Fade effect
>1 LIGHT OFF TIME
2 LIGHT BRIGHTNESS
2
Select “7 BEEP SOUND” by
pressing the V/v button, then
press the OK button.
The following setting screen for beep
appears. The current setting is shown
inside [ ].
Beep sound
BEEP SOUND
OFF
[ ON ]
3
4
Press the B/b button or the left/
right MULTI-FUNCTION button
to select the beep setting.
OFF: Turns off the beep.
ON: Turns on the beep.
The setting changes and a beep
sounds each time you press the
button.
Press the OK button or the center
MULTI-FUNCTION button, then
press the EXIT button or the BACK
button.
The Remote Commander returns to
the normal screen.
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Additional Information
Precautions
Specifications
•Do not drop the unit or give a shock to
the unit, or it may cause a malfunction.
•Do not leave the unit in a location near
heat sources, or in a place subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand,
moisture, rain or mechanical shock.
•Do not put foreign objects into the unit.
Should any liquid or solid object fall
into the unit, have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating
the unit any further.
•Do not expose the remote control
detectors of your components to direct
sunlight or other strong illumination.
Too much light there can interfere with
remote control operations.
Operating distance
Approx. 32.8 ft. (10 meters) (varies depending
on components of different manufacturers)
Power requirements
Remote control and button illumination:
Two size AA (R6) batteries
Battery life
Approx. 5 months (a Sony TV turned on/off
up to approx. 300 times per day)
Dimensions
Approx. 2 1/2 × 9 × 1 3/16 in. (w × h × d)
(60.4 × 227.5 × 29.4 mm)
Mass
6 oz. (170 g) (not including batteries)
Learnable signals*
Capacity per signal: up to 300 bits
Signal frequency range: 455 kHz and up to
300 kHz
•Be sure to place the Remote
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.
Signal interval: up to 1 second
* Some signals cannot be learned by the
Remote Commander, even though the signals
comply with these specifications.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Maintenance
Clean the surface with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with water or a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type
of solvent such as alcohol, benzine or
thinner as they may damage the finish of
the surface.
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Troubleshooting
If you have problems setting up or using the Remote Commander, first check the
batteries (page 7), then check the items below. Refer also to Help of “AX1400 Remote
Editor.”
Trouble with the Remote Commander's basic settings
Problem
Solution
The Remote Commander does
not turn on.
Check the remaining battery level. If low, replace with new ones.
The display turns off
automatically.
The Remote Commander is preset at the factory to turn the display
off automatically if you do not operate for more than 30 seconds.
You can reset the automatic-off time to 1-60 seconds (page 22).
The beep does not sound.
The beep is turned off. Turn the beep on (page 23).
Even though you hold down a • The volume buttons and cursor buttons, and some others,
button, it does not work as
intended.
continue to work when they are pressed and held. If you
program the signals of such buttons, Remote Commander (RM-
AX1400) may not learn the signals accurately. Reprogram the
signals by continuing to hold down the desired button of the
other remote control until “Learning is complete.” appears in
the “AX1400 Remote Editor” screen.
The batteries of the other remote control are weak. Replace with
new ones and reprogram the signals.
The display setting is
unintentionally changed.
Unit Setting of the project set up on your PC is activated if you
download data changed on your PC with the “Download the Unit
Setting data together with the project data” box checked.
“RECOVERY” appears on the
screen and all the buttons are
disabled.
A malfunction has occurred in Remote Commander’s firmware.
Update the firmware using “AX1400 Remote Editor.”
Trouble with operation mode
Problem
Solution
I cannot operate my component • Get closer to the component. The maximum operating distance
by pressing the Remote
Commander’s button.
is approximately 32.8 ft. (10 m).
• Check that you are aiming the Remote Commander directly at
the component, and that there are no obstructions between the
Remote Commander and the component.
• Turn on the components first, if necessary.
• Check that the component has infrared remote capability. For
example, if your component did not come with a Remote
commander, it probably is not capable of being controlled by a
Remote Commander.
The video/audio component’s • If your video components are connected to an audio component,
volume is not controlled by the
Remote Commander.
see the Help menu provided in “AX1400 Remote Editor.”
• You have assigned another component which was originally set
as TV or RCVR at the factory. In this case, the volume cannot be
controlled when you select a component other than TV or
RCVR.
Continued
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Troubleshooting (continued)
Problem
Solution
A System Control function does • Make sure that you have programmed the commands in the
not work correctly.
correct order.
• Try changing the orientation of the Remote Commander. If that
does not help, try placing the components as close to each other
as possible.
• Check the status of the components and make sure that you
have set the components properly to receive commands.
• The component codes are changed or new signals have been
learned for a button that has been programmed with a series of
commands. In this case, the new signals are transmitted when
the series of commands is executed.
Even if I operate an XPRESS
function, the TV does not turn
on, or it turns off.
• The Remote Commander memorizes the status of the
component’s input select and power on/off. However, if you
turn on/off the component with its own remote control or
operate the component directly, it will not recognize the current
component status. In this case, press the SYNC-UP button to
synchronize with the status of the current component and the
Remote Commander.
• If the TV turns off by its own Sleep function, the Remote
Commander does not recognize its status. Turn off the TV with
the Remote Commander.
Even if I operate an XPRESS
function, the source component
does not turn on, or it turns off.
• The Remote Commander memorizes the status of the
component’s input select and power on/off. However, if you
turn on/off the component with its own remote control or
operate the component directly, it will not recognize the current
component status. In this case, press SYNC-UP button to
synchronize the status of the current component and the Remote
Commander.
• If the TV turns off by its own Sleep function, the Remote
Commander does not recognize its status. Turn off the TV with
the Remote Commander.
Even if I operate an XPRESS
function, the input selector of
the TV or RCVR (Receiver/
Amplifier) does not achieve the
correct status.
• The Remote Commander memorizes the status of the
component’s input select and power on/off. However, if you
turn on/off the component with its own remote control or
operate the component directly, it will not recognize the current
component status. In this case, press the SYNC-UP button to
synchronize the status of the current component and the Remote
Commander.
• If the TV turns off by its own Sleep function, the Remote
Commander does not recognize its status. Turn off the TV with
the Remote Commander.
The Remote Commander does
not synchronize with the
current status of components
even though I perform the
SYNC-UP operation.
• Aim the Remote Commander at the components until Start
macro or Exit macro operations are finished.
• Start macro is not executed properly if the interval (delay time)
between the component’s power-on signal and input switch
signal is short. Set the interval (delay time) longer.
• Start macro is not executed properly if the interval (delay time)
between component’s input select signal is short. Set the interval
(delay time) longer.
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Trouble with setting mode
Solution
Problem
• When learning, place your component’s remote control and
Remote Commander (RM-AX1400) of about 1-3 inches (3-8 cm)
apart.
The Remote Commander fails
to learn remote control signals.
• Check the remaining battery power of both remote units. If low,
replace with new ones.
• Avoid learning in places under direct sunlight or strong
fluorescent light.
• When you program 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. another rooms, etc.).
• Perform the Learning procedure after turning off any nearby
apparatus, such as an air-conditioner or infrared headphones.
• The Remote Commander may fail to learn remote control signals
near plasma TVs. Avoid learning near plasma TVs or turn off
the plasma TV when learning.
• The Remote Commander may fail to learn remote control signals
under strong fluorescent light.
• The Remote Commander may fail to learn remote control signals
if the component generates interference. In this case, move away
from the component when programming the Remote
Commander.
If a noise is included in the learned signals, you may not operate a
component. In this case, refer to “The Remote Commander fails to
learn remote control signals” above.
I cannot operate a component
even after I programmed
remote control signals with the
“learning” function.
If you do not operate for more than 60 seconds during setting
mode, the Remote Commander automatically exits the setting
mode and turns off. Perform the next operation step within 60
seconds.
The setting mode
unintentionally quits while
setting up.
Others
Solution
Problem
When you have a multi-purpose component (such as a DVD/VCR
combo), select only one of either component type. For example, in
the case of a DVD/VCR combo, select “DVD” or ”VCR.” If you
select both components, the XPRESS function will not work
properly.
I want to use an XPRESS
function for multi-purpose
components (VCR+DVD,
TV+VCR, DVD+RCVR (receiver),
etc.).
You can set multiple XPRESS functions for one component. For
example, when you watch a DVD, you can set the sound to output
from the TV. Or, when you listen to a CD, you can set the sound to
output from the RCVR (Receiver/Amplifier).
I want to set a DVD player for
both XPRESS-DVD and
XPRESS-CD.
• Make sure to install the USB driver properly (page 10).
• If the connection goes thorough a HUB, some PCs do not recognize
it. In this case, connect it directly to the USB port of your PC.
• If “E” is shown in the display, replace the batteries with new
ones and reconnect the Remote Commander to your PC. If your
PC still cannot recognize the USB connection, restart your PC.
My PC cannot recognize the
USB connection.
Customer Support Information
After you have read through this manual, if you still cannot get the Remote Commander to work
properly, call the Sony Customer Support Helpline at 1-800-822-2217.
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Appendix
Table of preset functions
Note
There may be some components or functions that cannot be operated.
BUTTON
POWER
INPUT
1 - 9, 0
TV
DVD player
To turn on and off on the TV
To change the input mode
To decide the channel
To turn on and off on the DVD
To set items selected from the screen
•(Dot)
ENT
To enter the subchannel number
To decide the channel
+10: To select numbers 10 and above
To enter a setting or to set items
selected from the screen
VOL +/–
MUTING
Volume up/down on the TV
Volume up/down on the TV
To silence the sound on the TV. Press
To silence the sound on the TV. Press
again to return to the previous volume again to return to the previous volume
level.
level.
CH +
Channel up on the TV
NEXT: To proceed to the next location
or track
CH –
Channel down on the TV
PREVIOUS: To proceed to the
previous location or track
RECALL
To select the channel previously
selected
DIGITAL/
ANALOG
To switch between analog and digital
channels.
SUB TITLE: To switch the subtitle
TWIN VIEW To turn on/off the Twin View mode.
TOP MENU: To display the top menu
INFO
DISPLAY: To display the current
channel on the TV
To display the current play status on
the screen
GUIDE
MENU
V/b/v/B
OK
To use the program guide
To call up the menu
To call up the menu
To move the cursor
To move the cursor
To enter the selection of the menu
To exit the menu
To enter the selection of the menu
EXIT
RETURN: To return to the previous
display on the menu
TOOLS
To go into the option setting mode
N
PIP SWAP: To swap the main picture
and the sub picture
To play
m
M
x
To rewind
To fast-forward
To stop
X
To pause
REC z
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BUTTON
POWER
INPUT
1 - 9, 0
CD player
DVR (Digital Video Recorder)
To turn on and off on the DVR
To change the input mode
To decide the channel
To turn on and off on the CD
To select the track number
•(Dot)
ENT
+10: To select numbers 10 and above
To enter the subchannel number
To decide the channel
To enter the selected track number
VOL +/–
MUTING
Volume up/down on the receiver.
Volume up/down on the TV
To silence the sound on the receiver.
Press again to return to the previous
volume level.
To silence the sound on the TV. Press
again to return to the previous volume
level.
CH +
NEXT: To proceed the next track
Channel up on the DVR
CH –
PREVIOUS: To proceed the previous
track
Channel down on the DVR
RECALL
To select the channel previously
selected
DIGITAL/
ANALOG
TWIN VIEW
FAVORITE: To use the “FAVORITE”
function
INFO
DISPLAY: To switch the display of the To display program information
CD player to turn on/off
GUIDE
MENU
V/b/v/B
OK
To use the program guide
To call up the menu
To move the cursor
To enter the selection of the menu
To exit the menu
EXIT
TOOLS
OPTION: To go into the option setting
mode
N
To play
To play
m
M
x
To rewind
To fast-forward
To stop
To rewind
To fast-forward
To stop
X
To pause
To pause
REC z
To record *
* In order to avoid recording by mistake, recording starts after holding down the REC button for
more than 2 seconds.
Continued
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Table of preset functions (continued)
BUTTON
POWER
INPUT
1 - 9, 0
Digital Satellite (SAT)
Analog Cable box (CBL)
To turn on and off on the SAT
To change the input mode
To decide the channel
To turn on and off on the CBL
To decide the channel
•(Dot)
ENT
To enter the subchannel number
To decide the channel
+100: To select numbers 100 and above
To decide the channel
VOL +/–
MUTING
Volume up/down on the TV
Volume up/down on the TV
To silence the sound on the TV. Press
To silence the sound on the TV. Press
again to return to the previous volume again to return to the previous volume
level.
level.
CH +
Channel up on the SAT
Channel up on the CBL
CH –
Channel down on the SAT
Channel down on the CBL
RECALL
To select the channel previously
selected
To select the channel previously
selected
DIGITAL/
ANALOG
TWIN VIEW FAVORITE: To use the “FAVORITE”
function
INFO
DISPLAY: To turn on the display
DISPLAY: To turn on the display
GUIDE
MENU
V/b/v/B
OK
To use the program guide
To call up the menu
To move the cursor
To enter the selection of the menu
To exit the menu
EXIT
TOOLS
OPTION: To go into the option setting
mode
N
m
M
x
X
REC z
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BUTTON
POWER
INPUT
1 - 9, 0
VCR (Video Cassette Recorder)
To turn on and off on the VCR
To change the input mode
To decide the channel
Receiver (RCVR)
To turn on and off on the RCVR
To change the input mode
To select the frequency of the
broadcast
•(Dot)
ENT
+10: To select numbers 10 and above
To decide the channel
To decide the selected frequency of the
broadcast
VOL +/–
MUTING
Volume up/down on the TV
Volume up/down on the receiver.
To silence the sound on the TV. Press
To silence the sound on the receiver.
again to return to the previous volume Press again to return to the previous
level.
volume level.
CH +
Channel up on the VCR
Presetting or tuning to a higher
frequency: +
CH –
Channel down on the VCR
Presetting or tuning to a lower
frequency: -
RECALL
SHIFT: To shift band or preset select
DIGITAL/
ANALOG
TWIN VIEW
INFO
DISPLAY: To activate the on-screen
display
GUIDE
MENU
V/b/v/B
OK
BAND: To select the tuner band
To call up the menu
To call up the menu
To move the cursor
To move the cursor
To enter the selection of the menu
To exit the menu
To enter the selection of the menu
To exit the menu
EXIT
TOOLS
N
To play
m
M
x
To rewind
To fast-forward
To stop
X
To pause
REC z
To record *
* In order to avoid recording by mistake, recording starts after holding down the REC button for
more than 2 seconds.
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