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MDP (Multi Disc Player)
code numbers
• In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate
your non-Sony video equipment with the supplied
Manufacturer
remote control. In this case, please use the
Sony
equipment's own remote control.
Panasonic
• When you remove the batteries, the code number may
Pioneer
revert to the factory setting.
• The code numbers for Sony VCR's are assigned at the
Operating an MDP
factory as follows:
To turn on or off
VHS VCR
301
To play
(preset code for the
supplied remote control)
To stop
To pause
8 mm VCR
302
Beta, ED Beta VCRs
303
To scan
To search the
chapter forward or
backward
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If you will not be programming a DBS or cable box into
the DBS/CABLE function of your remote, you can use it
to program other video equipment (e.g. DVD, MDP, or
second VCR). (see page 26)
Troubleshooting
Consult the table below; it suggests solutions to specific problems.
Problem
What it could be
You want to restore the TV's
factory settings
A red light keeps flashing on the
• Your TV may need service.
TV for more than a few seconds
TV makes a noise when turned
• This is a normal function of your TV.
on
Screen is not lit and there is no
• Power cord may not be plugged in.
sound
• Batteries may not be inserted correctly.
• TV/VIDEO setting may be incorrect.
Poor or no picture (screen lit),
• VIDEO menu settings may not be adjusted correctly.
good sound
• Antenna/cable connections may be faulty.
• VIDEO LABEL inputs may be set to WEB. (This label
darkens the screen for ideal WebTV viewing)
Good picture, no sound
• Sound may be set to MUTING.
• Your TV may be set to SAP.
• Speaker may not be set correctly.
No color
• Color settings may not be adjusted correctly.
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc)
code numbers
Code
Manufacturer
701
Sony
704, 710
Panasonic
702
Pioneer
RCA
Toshiba
Buttons on the remote
control
Operating a DVD
Buttons on the remote
Press VTR/DVD (POWER).
player
control
Press (.
To turn on or off
Press VTR/DVD (POWER).
Press p.
Press (.
To play
Press P.
To stop
Press p.
To resume normal playback,
press again or press (.
Press P.
To pause
To resume normal playback,
Press ) or 0 during
press again or press (.
playback.
To resume normal playback,
To scan
Press ) or 0 during
press (.
playback.
Press CH +/–.
To resume normal playback,
press (.
Press CH +/–.
To search the
chapter forward or
backward
To select chapters
0–9 + ENTER.
directly
Press to display DVD menu.
MENU
To move cursor in
Use your arrow buttons
menu
V, v, B, b.
What you can do
• First, turn the TV on. Then while pressing the RESET
button on the remote control, press the POWER button
on the TV. The TV will turn itself off and then back on.
When the TV turns on again, all settings will be reset,
and the Easy Setup Guide will appear.
• Call your local Sony service center.
• Press TV/VIDEO until you receive a channel.
• Readjust your VIDEO menu settings. (see page 21)
• Check your VIDEO LABEL settings. (see page 25)
• Press MUTING.
• Check the MTS setting in the AUDIO menu. (see page 22)
• Check your SPEAKER settings. (see page 22)
• Adjust the COLOR settings in the VIDEO menu.
(see page 21)
Operating a Cable Box or DBS Receiver
Programming the remote
You can program the supplied remote
Code
control to operate a cable box or DBS
751
receiver.
753
1
752
Press CODE SET.
755
2
Press DBS/CABLE (FUNCTION).
754
3
Use the 0-9 buttons to key in the
manufacturer's code number from the
following chart.
4
Press ENTER.
For more details on operating the
cable box or DBS receiver
Refer to the operating instructions that were
supplied with the equipment.
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Troubleshooting (continued)
Problem
What it could be
Only snow and noise
• CABLE may not be set correctly
appear on the screen
in the SET UP menu.
• Antenna/cable connections may
not be correct.
• TV may be set to AUX mode.
Cannot receive upper
• CABLE setting may not be correct
channels (UHF) when
in the SET UP menu.
using an antenna
Cannot receive any
• CABLE setting may not be set
channels when using
correctly in the SET UP menu.
cable
Cannot gain enough
• Volume may not be adjusted on
volume when using a
your cable box.
cable box
TV is fixed to one
• CHANNEL FIX settings may not
channel
be correct.
If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your
Sony television, please call our Direct Response Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669)(U.S. residents only)
or (416) 499-SONY (7669)(customers in Canada only).
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If the remote control doesn't work
Cable box code numbers
• First, try repeating the setup procedures
Manufacturer
using the other codes listed for your
Hamlin/Regal
equipment.
Jerrold/G. I.
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Oak
• If more than one code number is listed, try
Panasonic
entering them one by one until you come to the
correct code for your equipment.
Pioneer
Scientific Atlanta
• If you enter a new code number, the code number
you previously entered at that setting is erased.
Tocom
Zenith
• In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate
your equipment with the supplied remote control.
In this case, use the equipment's supplied remote
DBS receiver code numbers
control.
• Whenever you remove the batteries the code
Manufacturer
numbers may revert to the factory setting.
Sony
General Electric
Hitachi
Hughes
Panasonic
RCA/PROSCAN
Toshiba
What you can do
• Ensure that you have selected the
correct CABLE mode in the SET
UP menu. (see page 24)
• Press ANT on your remote
control to change the input mode.
(see page 16)
• Ensure that CABLE is set to OFF
in the SET UP menu. (see page 24)
• Use AUTO PROGRAM to add
receivable channels that are not
presently in TV memory. (see
page 24)
• Ensure that CABLE is set to ON
in the SET UP menu. (see page 24)
• Use AUTO PROGRAM to add
receivable channels that are not
presently in TV memory. (see
page 24)
• Press TV (FUNCTION) and
adjust the TV's volume.
• Check your CHANNEL FIX
settings. (see page 24)
Code
222, 223, 224, 225, 226
201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206,
207, 208, 218
227, 228, 229
219, 220, 221
214, 215
209, 210, 211
216, 217
212, 213
Code
801 (preset code for
remote control)
802
805
804
803
802, 808
806, 807