Remote Control; Cablecard - Sony QUALIA MBD-Q005 User Manual

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Remote Control

Problem
Remote control does not
operate
Cannot change channels with
the remote control
Remote control does not
operate non-Sony video
equipment

CableCARD

Problem
Problems using CableCARD or
CableCARD services
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Possible Remedies
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The batteries could be weak. Replace the batteries.
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Check the orientation of the batteries.
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Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the TV indicator lights up. You may have
inadvertently pressed FUNCTION, which changes the remote control to SAT or
CABLE mode.
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Make sure this unit's power cord is connected securely to the wall outlet.
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Locate the unit at least 3-4 feet away from fluorescent lights.
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If you are using the TV to change channels, first press
until the TV indicator lights up.
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If you are using another device to change channels, be sure you have not
inadvertently switched your TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting. Use the
Fix option to "Fix" the channel based on the hookup you used (see page 119).
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If you are using another device to change channels, be sure to press
for that device. For example, if you are using your cable box to change channels,
be sure to press FUNCTION
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If you replaced the batteries to the remote recently, the code numbers for the video
equipment may need to be reset.
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There may be more than one code for the equipment that you are attempting to
operate.
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There is a possibility that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your
Sony TV remote. You may need to use the equipment's original remote control.
Possible Remedies
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Check that the CableCARD is inserted properly (see pages 57-58).
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The CableCARD must be activated by your local cable TV provider before you can
receive digital cable TV services. See the activation instructions on pages 57-58.
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Check the Diagnostics
be useful in providing information to an authorized technician or repair person.)
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Contact your cable TV provider.
repeatedly until the SAT/CABLE indicator lights up.
and CableCARD menu options (see page 131). (This can
FUNCTION
repeatedly
Channel
FUNCTION