Sony RM-VZ220 Operating Instructions Manual

Remote Commander
RM-VZ220
©2010 Sony Corporation Printed in China
English
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Setting Up the RM-VZ220
The RM-VZ220 is preset at the factory to operate Sony brand video devices
set to any of the Device Select buttons (see the table below).
To use with non-Sony devices, or Sony devices that are not preset at the
factory, set the manufacturer's code for each device.
Devices
TV
TV, Cable set top box, Satellite
receiver, IPTV, DVD player, DVD
recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, DVR
(digital video recorder), PVR
(personal video recorder), VCR,
DVD Home Theater
* The five-digit code is the preset manufacturer's code.
Note
Only a TV can be assigned to the TV Device Select button. You can assign any device to
the other Device Select buttons.
Button Factory setting*
TV Sony TV (00810)
CBL (SAT) Cable set top box (non-
Sony) (51376)
VCR Sony VCR (60032)
DVD Sony DVD player
(11033)
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones (parte posterior)
Installing the batteries
Slide open the battery compartment and insert two size AA (R6) dry
batteries (not supplied).
Insert the batteries (negative end first) through the guide clamp within each
compartment as shown below.
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Battery life
Under normal conditions, size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries will last up to one
year. If the RM-VZ220 does not operate properly, the batteries might be
drained. Replace both batteries with new ones.
Notes
 Replace the batteries within 2 minutes after removing them, and do not press any
button when replacing the batteries. Otherwise, your code settings may be cleared.
 Do not use an old battery with a new one, or mix different types of batteries together.
 If the electrolyte inside the battery should leak, wipe the contaminated area of the
battery compartment with a cloth and replace the old batteries with new ones. To
prevent electrolyte from leaking, remove the batteries when you plan not to use the
RM-VZ220 for a long period of time.
Specifications
Operating distance Approx. 11 m (36 ft) (varies depending on devices of
different manufacturers)
Power requirements Two size AA (R6) dry batteries (not supplied)
Battery life Approx. 1 year when using size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries
(varies depending on frequency of button use - up to approx.
300 times per day.)
Dimensions Approx. 53 × 213 × 27 mm (2
(w/h/d)
Mass Approx. 100 g (3.5 oz) (not including batteries)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Troubleshooting
If you have problems setting up or using the RM-VZ220:
 Carefully perform the setup procedure of "Startup Guide. " If the RM-VZ220 does not
work, try repeating the setup procedure using another manufacturer's code (if listed
for your device). If you still cannot operate the RM-VZ220, try the Search function
(see "Searching for the correct code").
 Aim the RM-VZ220 directly at the device.
 Remove any obstacles in the path between the RM-VZ220 and the device.
 Make sure you have pressed the correct Device Select button.
 Check that the device has infrared remote capability. For example, if your device did
not come with a remote control, it probably is not capable of being controlled by the
RM-VZ220.
 The batteries are weak, or not inserted correctly. Replace them with new ones or insert
them correctly.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
Customer Support Information
After you have read through this manual, if you still cannot get the RM-VZ220 to work
properly, call the Sony Customer Support Helpline at
1-800-822-2217.
4-170-642-12(1)
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