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Integrated Remote Commander

Operating Instructions

Getting Started Operating Unit Settings Additional Information Appendix

RM-AX1400

2006 Sony Corporation

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Owners Record The model number is located on the rear of the unit and the serial number is located in the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. RM-AX1400 Serial No.
INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. If you have any questions about this product, you may call; Sony Electronics Support 1-866-922-7669 or http://www.sony.com/remotesupport

Notice for users

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model number: RM-AX1400 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 USA Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to 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. On the supplied software Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder. In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage, or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this unit. In the event a problem occurs with this software as a result of defective manufacturing, SONY will replace it. However, SONY bears no other responsibility. The software provided with this unit cannot be used with equipment other than that which is so designated. Please note that, due to continued efforts to improve quality, the software specifications may be changed without notice. Operation of this unit with software other than that provided is not covered by the warranty. Program 2006 Sony Corporation Documentation 2006 Sony Corporation Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, and marks are not specified. Adobe Reader is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional and Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition are mentioned as Windows XP in this manual. Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional is mentioned as Windows 2000 in this manual.

Label function lets you display the comment assigned to each button
Embedded organic EL (electroluminescence) display and button illumination allow you to operate easily in the dark.
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.

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 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

Appendix

Table of preset functions.. 28
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

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.
AX1400 Remote Editor AV components

Preset

Download
The setup wizard helps you make all the necessary settings!
Remote Commander (RM-AX1400)
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 Power On Change Input

DVD Power On Start Playback
Receiver Power On Change Input

One press!

Unpacking
Check the contents of the package before using the Remote Commander. Remote Commander RM-AX1400 (1)

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.

* Note on the VOL +/ and MUTING buttons
When you select a visual component, the TVs volume will be controlled; when you select an audio component, the amplifiers volume will be controlled.

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. AX1400 Remote Editor system requirements Operating systems (manufacturer installed): 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) CPU: Pentium II 400 MHz or more Required Hard Drive Capacity: 20 MB or more RAM: 64 MB or more (128 MB or more for Windows XP) Display: High (16 bits) color or higher, dots or better* Required Peripherals: CD-ROM Drive, USB port
* Does not operate with a display of under dots.
Installing the AX1400 Remote Editor
Follow the instructions below to install.
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.
Close all software running on Windows. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
After a moment, RM-AX1400 Install CD Menu appears.
Click [Install AX1400 Remote Editor].
AX1400 Remote Editor 1.0 Setup appears.

Continued

Setting up for your PC (continued)

For Windows XP users

Click [Next].
Follow the on-screen instructions and proceed with the installation. When the installation is complete, AX1400 Remote Editor 1.0 Setup automatically quits.

Select Search for a suitable driver for my device [recommended], then click [Next].
Locate Driver Files appears.
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 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 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.
Mark only the check box of CDROM drives, then click [Next].
Driver Files Search Results appears, and the found driver is displayed.
Open the battery compartment halfway, then connect the Dedicated USB cable to the USB connector of the Remote Commander.
Using the AX1400 Remote Editor to set up the Remote Commander
You can set the Remote Commander using the AX1400 Remote Editor. Follow the procedures below.
AX1400 Remote Editor does not start up when you do not log in as Administrator.
Connect the Dedicated USB cable to the USB connector of your PC.
Gather all your remote controls.
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.
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 onscreen instructions, create a project.
If you do not have a remote control for one of your components, do not add that components 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.

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.

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

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.
Click one of the tabs: Contents, Index or Search, and check the information you need.
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).
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.
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. 6 Start DVD playback. By setting the above actions as an XPRESS function, you can watch a DVD by simply pressing one button.

Release Lock Press LIGHT+SYNC-UP
To unlock the controls While pressing the LIGHT button, press the SYNC-UP button.
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 following procedure.
Press the OK button or the center MULTI-FUNCTION button.
The following SET MODE screen appears.
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.

LIGHT BRIGHTNESS

While pressing the LIGHT button, press the MORE button

LEVEL15

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.
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.
LIGHT OFF TIME (-) 10sec (+)
SET MODE >2 LIGHT BRIGHTNESS 3 LIGHT ON MODE
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.
When you set the automatic-off time longer than 10 seconds (factory setting), battery life may be shorter.
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 [ ].

LIGHT ON MODE

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 OFF [ ON ]

[ ALL ]
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.
In the ALL position, if you use the Remote Commander frequently, battery life may be shorter. In this case, shorten the light-off time.

12 Press the B/b button or the left/
right MULTI-FUNCTION button to select the fade effect of the button illumination.
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 the normal screen.
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.

SET MODE >3 LIGHT ON MODE 4 DISP. OFF TIME

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 displays 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.

DISP. BRIGHTNESS

LEVEL 1
Press the B/b button or the left/ right MULTI-FUNCTION button to adjust the brightness of the screen.
You can set the brightness of the screen from 1 to 3. Each time the button is pressed, the level lighter/ darker by 1.
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.
Select 4 DISP. OFF TIME by pressing the V/v button, then press the OK button.
The following setting screen for the displays automatic-off time appears.
DISP. OFF TIME (-) 30sec (+)
Press the B/b button or the left/ right MULTI-FUNCTION button to change the displays automaticoff 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.
Press the OK button or the center MULTI-FUNCTION button, then press the EXIT button or the BACK button.

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.
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. Number button 7 Settings Light off time Light brightness Light on mode Display off time Display brightness Fade effect Beep sound
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

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.

Precautions

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. 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.

Specifications

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 1/1 3/16 in. (w h d) (60.4 227.5 29.4 mm) 6 oz. (170 g) (not including batteries)

Mass Learnable signals*

Capacity per signal: up to 300 bits Signal frequency range: 455 kHz and up to 300 kHz 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.

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 The Remote Commander does not turn on. The display turns off automatically. The beep does not sound. Even though you hold down a button, it does not work as intended. Solution Check the remaining battery level. If low, replace with new ones. 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 is turned off. Turn the beep on (page 23). The volume buttons and cursor buttons, and some others, continue to work when they are pressed and held. If you program the signals of such buttons, Remote Commander (RMAX1400) 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. 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. A malfunction has occurred in Remote Commanders firmware. Update the firmware using AX1400 Remote Editor.

The display setting is unintentionally changed. RECOVERY appears on the screen and all the buttons are disabled.
Trouble with operation mode
Problem Solution I cannot operate my component Get closer to the component. The maximum operating distance by pressing the Remote is approximately 32.8 ft. (10 m). Commanders button. 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 components volume is not controlled by the Remote Commander. If your video components are connected to an audio component, 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.
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 components 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. The Remote Commander memorizes the status of the components 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. The Remote Commander memorizes the status of the components 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. 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 components 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 components input select signal is short. Set the interval (delay time) longer.

Even if I operate an XPRESS function, the source component does not turn on, or it turns off.
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 does not synchronize with the current status of components even though I perform the SYNC-UP operation.
Trouble with setting mode
Problem The Remote Commander fails to learn remote control signals. Solution When learning, place your components remote control and Remote Commander (RM-AX1400) of about 1-3 inches (3-8 cm) apart. 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 Sonys 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. 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.
I cannot operate a component even after I programmed remote control signals with the learning function. The setting mode unintentionally quits while setting up.

Others

Problem I want to use an XPRESS function for multi-purpose components (VCR+DVD, TV+VCR, DVD+RCVR (receiver), etc.). I want to set a DVD player for both XPRESS-DVD and XPRESS-CD. My PC cannot recognize the USB connection. Solution 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. 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). 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.

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.
Table of preset functions
There may be some components or functions that cannot be operated. BUTTON POWER INPUT 1 - 9, 0 (Dot) ENT VOL +/ MUTING TV To turn on and off on the TV To change the input mode To decide the channel To enter the subchannel number To decide the channel Volume up/down on the TV To silence the sound on the TV. Press again to return to the previous volume level. Channel up on the TV Channel down on the TV To select the channel previously selected To switch between analog and digital channels. To turn on/off the Twin View mode. DISPLAY: To display the current channel on the TV 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 To go into the option setting mode PIP SWAP: To swap the main picture and the sub picture To play To rewind To fast-forward To stop To pause To call up the menu To move the cursor To enter the selection of the menu RETURN: To return to the previous display on the menu SUB TITLE: To switch the subtitle TOP MENU: To display the top menu To display the current play status on the screen To set items selected from the screen +10: To select numbers 10 and above To enter a setting or to set items selected from the screen Volume up/down on the TV To silence the sound on the TV. Press again to return to the previous volume level. NEXT: To proceed to the next location or track PREVIOUS: To proceed to the previous location or track DVD player To turn on and off on the DVD
CH + CH RECALL DIGITAL/ ANALOG TWIN VIEW INFO GUIDE MENU V/b/v/B OK EXIT TOOLS N m M x X REC z
BUTTON POWER INPUT 1 - 9, 0 (Dot) ENT VOL +/ MUTING
CD player To turn on and off on the CD To select the track number +10: To select numbers 10 and above To enter the selected track number Volume up/down on the receiver. To silence the sound on the receiver. Press again to return to the previous volume level. NEXT: To proceed the next track PREVIOUS: To proceed the previous track
DVR (Digital Video Recorder) To turn on and off on the DVR To change the input mode To decide the channel To enter the subchannel number To decide the channel Volume up/down on the TV To silence the sound on the TV. Press again to return to the previous volume level. Channel up on the DVR Channel down on the DVR To select the channel previously selected
FAVORITE: To use the FAVORITE function DISPLAY: To switch the display of the To display program information CD player to turn on/off 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 OPTION: To go into the option setting mode To play To rewind To fast-forward To stop To pause To play To rewind To fast-forward To stop To pause To record *

* In order to avoid recording by mistake, recording starts after holding down the REC button for more than 2 seconds.
Table of preset functions (continued)
Digital Satellite (SAT) To turn on and off on the SAT To change the input mode To decide the channel To enter the subchannel number To decide the channel Volume up/down on the TV To silence the sound on the TV. Press again to return to the previous volume level. Channel up on the SAT Channel down on the SAT To select the channel previously selected
Analog Cable box (CBL) To turn on and off on the CBL To decide the channel +100: To select numbers 100 and above To decide the channel Volume up/down on the TV To silence the sound on the TV. Press again to return to the previous volume level. Channel up on the CBL Channel down on the CBL To select the channel previously selected
FAVORITE: To use the FAVORITE function DISPLAY: To turn on the display 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 OPTION: To go into the option setting mode DISPLAY: To turn on the display
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 +10: To select numbers 10 and above To decide the selected frequency of the broadcast Volume up/down on the receiver. To silence the sound on the receiver. Press again to return to the previous volume level. Presetting or tuning to a higher frequency: + Presetting or tuning to a lower frequency: SHIFT: To shift band or preset select
To decide the channel Volume up/down on the TV To silence the sound on the TV. Press again to return to the previous volume level. Channel up on the VCR Channel down on the VCR
DISPLAY: To activate the on-screen display BAND: To select the tuner band To call up the menu To move the cursor To enter the selection of the menu To exit the menu To call up the menu
To move the cursor To enter the selection of the menu To exit the menu
To play To rewind To fast-forward To stop To pause To record *
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Superb Picture Quality with a Mega Pixels 3-CCD
The BRC-300 incorporates three 1/4.7-type Advanced HAD CCD sensors with a total of 1,070,000 pixels. This camera delivers outstanding picture quality with high resolution and accurate color reproduction. Featuring Sonys Advanced HAD technology that produces image with low noise, the BRC-300 is ideal in low illuminated shooting environments or when shooting dark subjects.
Sonys new BRC-300 is a revolutionary all-in-one compact robotic color video camera system, specially designed for remote video shooting applications. The BRC-300 incorporates three 1/4.7-type Advanced HAD CCDs, that provide high-quality and high-resolution images in both 4:3 and 16:9 modes. With its high-accuracy and wide-range Pan/Tilt/Zoom capability, the BRC-300 precisely captures the right points of the viewable area surrounding the camera to meet your needs. You can also easily operate the camera with Sonys optional RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit, which is equipped with an ergonomic joystick, and feature-rich control panel. And when used with optional BRBK-303 Optical Multiplex Card and BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit, the BRC-300 is capable of being controlled from a long distance with a single fiber optic cable connection. The BRC-300 also comes equipped with a card slot that accepts optional interface cards, enabling the camera to be integrated into every kind of system from S-Video to RGB, SDI, DV, or even fiber. In addition, two remote control interfaces (VISCA protocol) are available to provide additional expandability and flexibility for your remote shooting applications. With a number of convenient features such as its Image Flip function for desktop or ceiling mount flexibility, and its compact body, the BRC-300 is ideal for use in a wide range of remote shooting applications such as houses of worship, distance learning, corporate training, high-end videoconference, event shooting, and cable TV broadcasting.
High-performance Sony Pan/Tilt/Zoom Mechanism
The BRC-300 covers a wide shooting range with its highly accurate Pan/Tilt mechanism. It has one of the widest ranges in its class: a pan range of 340 degrees, and a tilt range of 120 degrees. The 340-degree pan range can be covered in 8 seconds, while the 120- degree tilt range can be covered in 4.5 seconds. With its newly developed Pan/Tilt mechanism, the BRC-300 can capture not only fast moving objects, but also slow moving objects without rocking vibration. Whats more, the BRC-300 incorporates a 12x optical auto-focus zoom lens, allowing for a zoom capability of up to 48x when used in combination with its 4x digital zoom.
* In the following text, BRC-300 refers to both the BRC-300 (NTSC model) and the BRC-300P (PAL model), and BRU-300 refers to both the BRU-300 (NTSC model) and the BRU-300P (PAL model).
Precision 16:9 technology
The BRC-300 captures images in both 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios, and with its 3CCD technology, is able to achieve a wide angle of view in the 16:9 mode. Due to the greater number of pixels used in the 16:9 aspect ratio, the BRC-300 generates extremely high-resolution images as compared to conventional cameras.
RS-232C/RS-422 Remote control (VISCA protocol)
The BRC-300 can be controlled by external devices such as the optional RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit thanks to Sonys well-known VISCA protocol. All local controls such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom, camera settings, and six presets can be easily accessed, and up to seven cameras can be daisy-chained and controlled by the RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit.

Conventional Camera

Total effective pixels on CCD

BRC-300

1152 pixels

Versatile Video Outputs

The BRC-300 can be used with a range of versatile optional interface cards allowing for flexible analog and digital system configurations. Choose from the following interface cards to configure your individual requirements: Analog RGB/Component: BRBK-301*1 SDI: BRBK-302*1 DV: BRBK-304*1 Thanks to these convenient options, the BRC-300 truly functions as an all-in-one, compact robotic camera.

*1: Can be installed into the both BRC-300 and BRU-300.

648 pixels

16:9 picture image area Less pixels are used to reproduce the 16:9 area

4:3 picture image area

16:9 picture image area The higher "Mega Pixel" count allows a sufficient amount of pixels to be used in 16:9 mode
Angle of view in 16:9 mode (Conventional Camera)
Angle of view in 4:3 mode
Wider angle of view in 16:9 mode (BRC-300)

Fig. 1 16:9 aspect ratio

OTHERS CONVENIENT FEATURES
Ceiling or Desktop Mount Installation
Thanks to Sonys Image Flip functions, the BRC-300 can be ceiling mounted using the supplied ceiling mount kit or can also be used on the desktop.
Easy-to-use and Ergonomic designed Remote Control Unit (RM-BR300)
All camera settings including the Pan/Tilt/Zoom function and six preset patterns can be controlled from the optional RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit. The ergonomic joystick design and feature-rich control panel provide superb operability in various remote-shooting applications.

Six Presets

Various camera settings such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom and focus can be preset in up to six presets per camera.
Optical Multiplex Unit (BRU-300)
With the optional BRBK-303 Optical Multiplex Card and the optional BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit, uncompressed digital data including external sync and camera control can be transmitted via the BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit. With only a single cable connection required between the camera and the optical multiplex unit, the system is extremely easy to install. The maximum cable length between these units is 500 meters allowing multiple cameras to be located virtually anywhere you want. Whats more, the BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit is equipped with two built-in card slots identical to the ones found in the BRC-300 camera allowing for flexible analog and digital system configurations.
Multi-Function IR Remote Commander Unit
Basic camera settings such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom functions and six-preset patterns can be controlled from an supplied IR Remote commander.
BRC-300 and supplied IR Remote commander

RM-BR300 control panel

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

Short-distance operation

Composite Video S-Video BRBK-301 Component/RGB BRBK-302 SDI BRBK-304 DV Video Cassette Recorder BRC-300 RS-232C / RS-422 Monitor

RM-BR300

Long-distance operation
Composite Video S-Video BRBK-301 Component/RGB BRBK-302 SDI BRBK-304 DV

BRBK-303

BRU-300
CCFC-M100 BRC-300 RS-232C / RS-422 Video Cassette Recorder Monitor
Multiple camera operation from a remote location
BRC-300 BRU-300 Video signal Switcher Projector

CCFC-M100

Monitor

Video Cassette Recorder

RS-232C / RS-422 Tally signal (Contact closure)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

BRBK-301
Analog/RGB Component Card

BRBK-302

SDI Card

Optical Multiplex Card

BRBK-304

DV Card

Remote Control Unit

Optical Multiplex Unit

Optical Fiber Cable

CCMC-9DS

RGB/Component, Y/C Cable (9-pin D-sub)

CCXC-9DBS

RGB/Component, VBS Cable (9-pin D-sub)

VCL-HG0737X

Wide Conversion Lens

REAR PANEL LAYOUT

BRC-300 rear panel with the optional BRBK-302

RM-BR300 rear panel

BRU-300 rear panel with the optional BRBK-301/BRBK-302

SPECIFICATIONS

BRC-300 3CCD Color Video Camera Image device Three 1/4.7 type IT Advanced HAD CCD (x3), 1070000 pixels (gross) CCD effective pixels 4:3 mode 960 (H) x 720 (V) 16:9 mode 1,152 (H) x 648 (V) Effective pixels NTSC 768 (H) x 494 (V) PAL 752 (H) x 582 (V) Signal systems NTSC / PAL Horizontal resolution 4:3 mode 600 TV lines Sync systems Internal/External Lens 12x optical zoom, 48x with digital zoom Focal length f = 3.6 to 43.2 mm (F1.6 to F2.8) Horizontal viewing angle 4:3 mode 3.3 (Tele end) to 37.8 degrees (Wide end) 16:9 mode 4.0 (Tele end) to 45.4 degrees (Wide end) Minimum object distance 300 mm (Wide end), 800 mm (Tele end) Pan/Tilt angle -170 to +170 degrees (Pan), -30 to +90 degrees (Tilt) Pan/Tilt speed 0.25 to 60 degrees/s (Pan/Tilt) Minimum illumination 7 lx at F1.6 S/N ratio 50 dB Shutter speed NTSC 1/10000 to 1/4 s PAL 1/10000 to 1/3 s Gain Auto/Manual (-3 to 18 dB, 3 dB steps) switchable White balance Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, One-push WB, Manual Preset positioning 6 positions Analog output VBS (BNC), Y/C (4pin Mini DIN) Camera control interface RS-232C (VISCA protocol) / RS-422 (VISCA protocol) Back-light compensation On / Off Operating temperature 0 to 40 degrees (32 to 104 F) Storage temperature -20 to 60 degrees (-4 to 140 F) Power requirement DC 12 V Power consumption 21.6 W (without optional card) Dimensions (W x D x H) 180 x 205 x 211 mm (7 1/8 x 8 1/8 x 8 3/8 inches) Mass 2.7 kg (5 lb 15 oz) Supplied accessories AC adaptor(1), IR remote commander(1), Terminal connector(1), AC adaptor cable(1), Ceiling bracket(2), Operating instructions(1)
BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit Optical fiber Multi mode, LC-type connector Video output VBS (BNC), Y/C (4-pin Mini DIN) Camera control interface RS-232C (VISCA protocol) / RS-422 (VISCA protoclol) Sync systems Internal/External Card slots 2 slots: Analog RGB-Component card / SDI card / DV card Operating temperature 0 to 40 degrees (32 to 104 F) Storage temperature -20 to 60 degrees (-4 to 140 F) Power requirements NTSC AC100 to 120 V, 50/60 Hz PAL AC220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 9 W (without optional cards) Dimensions(WxHxD) 212 x 88 x 233 mm (8 3/8 x 3 1/2 x 9 1/4 inches) Mass 2.7 kg (5 lb 15 oz) Supplied accessories AC power cable (1), Terminal connector (1), RS-232C cable (3 m, 8-pin Mini DIN) (1), Operating instructions (1) RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit Camera control interface RS-232C (VISCA protocol) / RS-422 (VISCA protocol) External control Contact closure Power requirement DC 10.8 to 13.2 V Power consumption 2.4 W Dimensions (WxHxD) 391.3 x 185 x 145.9 mm (15 1/2 x 7 3/8 x 5 3/4 inches) Mass 950 g (2 lb 1 oz) Supplied accessories AC adaptor (1), AC power cable (1), RS-232C cable (3 m, 8-pin Mini Din) (1), Terminal connector(2), Operating instructions (1)

BRC-300 Pan/Tilt Range

PAN RANGE

BRC-300 Dimensions

FRONT SIDE

170 170

152.5 215.6

TILT RANGE

205 9.6

BOTTOM

(Unit: mm)

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