My Sony HD Recorder 1000 controller stopped working

[Davidbhb]

Last night my TV carried a message saying HD Recorder software updated and then my controller failed to work. Has anyone found this and knows how to correct? 

[Anonymous]

Hi there,

Have you tried a factory reset?

Best wishes,

M

[Davidbhb]

I bought a new controller which now does most/sufficient functions. thank you