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In most cases, the keys on this remote
perform the same functions as the keys
on your original remotes once you’ve
programmed this remote to operate your
components. Many keys on this remote
have other functions as well.
Illuminated ON•OFF key serves as an
indicator light to provide feedback.
Device keys (TV, SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD, DVR,
AUDIO, VCR, AUX1, AUX2) put the remote
in the right mode to control your device.
Backlight key (
) turns backlighting on/
off.
GUIDE and MENU put the remote in menu/
guide mode; they also access the same
features as the keys on your original
remotes.
CLEAR exits remote programming; it also
performs the same functions as on your
original remotes.
Arrow keys act as navigation keys in
device guides and menu systems.
Select/OK key (
) selects your menu
choices.
The MACRO key, along with the number
keys 1–6, let you store and execute multi-
step actions (macros) in a single keypress
The INPUT and — (dash) key has three
functions: (1) it toggles through all the
video or audio sources connected to your
TV or audio device; (2) when the remote is
in VCR mode, this button toggles between
VCR and the TV input; (3) when you’re
entering digital channel numbers directly,
this button lets you separate the main
channel number from the sub-channel
number (such as 59.1).
SLEEP key lets you set a time to turn off
your TV automatically.
Battery Saver
Your universal remote control saves battery power by automatically turning off if
any key is pressed for more than 60 seconds. This saves your battery life should
your remote get stuck in a place where the keys remain depressed, such as
between sofa cushions.
Universal Remote Control
Owner’s Manual
Manual del Propietario (parte posterior)
Actual model may vary from illustration
Tip: This remote is already programmed to operate most RCA-branded TVs,
VCRs, DVD players, and satellite receivers. Just press the corresponding
key—DVD for a DVD player, TV for a television, VCR for a VCR, SAT•CBL•DTC
for a satellite receiver, DVR for a DVR.
Your universal remote requires two AA alkaline batteries (not included).
To install the batteries:
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the (+) and (–) marks
inside the battery compartment.
3. Push the battery cover back into place.
Battery Precautions:
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium)
batteries.
• Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and recycle or
dispose of them in accordance with Local and National Regulations.
To use this universal remote with your home entertainment system, first you need
to program it to control your devices. There are four ways you can program the
universal remote to operate your devices:
• The Auto Code Search goes automatically through all the codes for the
device you’re trying to control. It’s the easiest method, but it can sometimes
take longer than some of the other programming methods.
• The Brand Code Search searches through the codes for select brands of
devices. It’s not as easy as the auto code search, but it can be faster.
• The Direct Code Entry lets you enter a code from the accompanying code
list for your brand of device. It’s not as easy as the other methods, but it’s
potentially the fastest method. Note: Direct Code Entry is usually the best
method to use for audio devices.
• The Manual Code Search lets you manually go through all the codes for
the device you’re trying to control.
Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality
1. Try a variety of the device’s functions with the remote. If some device
features don’t work, go to the next step to try a different code.
2. Repeat the Auto Code Search Method from the beginning. When your device
turns off, do not stop searching. Instead, with the unit now off, continue to
press the PLAY key every 5 seconds until the unit turns back on.
3. Once the unit turns back on, press the REVERSE key on the remote every 2
seconds until your device turns off again. When your device turns off again,
press the STOP key.
4. Test the key’s functionality again by attempting to control a variety of the
device’s functions. If the code that has been stored controls the majority of
the device’s functions, programming is complete. If the code stored does not
give maximum functionality, try another code.
Auto Code Search
The Auto Code Search goes automatically through all the codes for the device
you’re trying to control. When you nd the one that operates your device, you
can stop the search and store that code.
TIPS: To program the AUX1 or AUX2 keys, you must first assign them to a
device type. See the Assigning the AUX1 and AUX2 Keys section.
Each device key is associated with a type of device—the TV is preset to search
for TVs, SAT•CBL•DTC for satellite receivers, digital TV converters, or cable
boxes, DVD for DVD players, DVR for DVRs, AUDIO for audio receivers, and
VCR for VCRs.
To control combo devices, like TV/DVDs and TV/VCRs, you need to program each
key separately. Each key will control that part of the combo device.
If the original remote control that came with your device has separate ON and
OFF keys (instead of a single ON•OFF key), the Auto Code Search might not work
with that device. Try the Direct Code Entry method described later in this manual.
To exit without saving a new code at any point in the Auto Code Search, press
the CLEAR key.
1. Manually turn on the device you want to control.
2. Press and hold the device key you want to program.
While you’re holding down the device key, use your
other hand to press and hold the remote’s ON•OFF
key at the same time.
3. Wait until the ON•OFF key comes on and stays on.
Then release both keys.
4. Point the remote directly at the front panel of the
device you want to control. Press PLAY on the remote
and wait 5 seconds. The remote is testing a batch of 10
codes on your device.
Did your device turn off?
YES: Go to step 5.
NO: Press PLAY again. The remote tests the next
batch of 10 codes.
Keep pressing PLAY every 5 seconds until your device
turns off.
5. When your device turns off, press the REVERSE
key on the remote and wait at least 2 seconds. The
remote tries the last of the previous ten codes.
Did your device turn on?
YES: Press the STOP key. You’re done! You’ve
programmed this device key.
NO: Press REVERSE again. The remote tests the next
code in the batch.
Keep pressing REVERSE every 2 seconds until your
device turns back on. When it does, press STOP.
Note: If you accidentally press the REVERSE key after
your device turns on, press the FORWARD key. Then,
wait two seconds to see if your device turns off again.
NOTES: Throughout the programming of each key, be sure to keep the remote
pointed at the IR sensor of the device you are currently programming the
remote to control.
Test the remote with the device to make sure the device key is programmed
with the correct code for maximum functionality. If some features don’t work,
try a different code. See the “Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality”
section below for more information.
During the Auto Code Search, the remote ignores keypresses that aren’t part
of the search.
The search times out after two minutes (the ON•OFF key blinks four times and
the last programmed code under that device key is retained).
The ON•OFF key blinks four times when the remote has gone through all the
codes. The remote exits the Auto Code Search. If your device hasn’t turned off
yet, try a different search method.
Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality
1. Try a variety of the device’s functions with the remote. If some device
features don’t work, go to the next step to try a different code.
2. Repeat the Brand Code Search from the beginning. When the device turns
off for the first time, don’t press the STOP key, which would store the same
code. Instead, with the unit now off, continue to press the ON•OFF key
repeatedly until the unit turns back on.
3. Once the unit turns back on, you have found another code that operates the
device. Press the STOP key.
4. Test the key’s functionality again by attempting to control a variety of the
device’s functions. If the code that has been stored controls the majority of
the device’s functions, programming is complete. If the code stored does not
give maximum functionality, try another code.
Brand Code Search
The Brand Code Search goes through only the codes for one of the select brands
listed in the accompanying code list. If your brand of device is listed, this search
can be very quick and easy.
IMPORTANT: The Brand Code Search works for TVs, VCRs, DVD players,
satellite receivers and cable boxes. The Brand Code Search does not work
for programming this remote to control audio devices, DVRs, and digital TV
converter boxes. Use a different programming method for these kinds of devices.
TIPS: To program the AUX1 or AUX2 keys, you must first assign them to a device
type. See the Assigning the AUX1 and AUX2 Keys section.
Each device key is associated with a type of device—the TV is preset to search for
TVs, SAT•CBL•DTC for satellite receivers, digital TV converters, or cable boxes,
DVD for DVD players, DVR for DVRs, AUDIO for audio receivers, and VCR for VCRs.
To control combo devices, like TV/DVDs and TV/VCRs, you need to program each
key separately. Each key will control that part of the combo device.
If the original remote control that came with your device has separate ON and OFF
keys (instead of a single ON•OFF key), the Brand Code Search might not work with
that device. Try the Direct Code Entry method described later in this manual.
To exit without saving a new code at any point in the Brand Code Search, press the
CLEAR key.
1. Manually turn on the device you want to control.
3. Press and hold the device key you want to program.
While you’re holding down the device key, use your
other hand to press and hold the remote’s ON•OFF
key at the same time.
2. Find your device’s brand in the Brand Code list
section of the accompanying code list. Circle the
number for your brand and keep the list handy.
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4. Wait until the ON•OFF key comes on and stays on.
Then release both keys.
5. Look at the number you circled for your device’s
brand code number. Press that number on the remote
keypad.
NOTES: Throughout the programming of each key, be sure to keep the remote
pointed at the IR sensor of the device you are currently programming the
remote to control.
Test the remote with the device to make sure the device key is programmed
with the correct code for maximum functionality. If some features don’t work,
try a different code. See the “Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality”
section below for more information.
During the Brand Code Search, the remote ignores keypresses that aren’t part
of the search.
The search times out after two minutes (the ON•OFF key blinks four times and
the last programmed code under that device key is retained).
The ON•OFF key blinks four times when the remote has gone through all the
codes. The remote exits the Brand Code Search. If your device hasn’t turned
off yet, try a different search method.
Direct Code Entry
Direct Code Entry lets you enter a code from the accompanying code list for your
brand of device. It’s not as easy as the other methods, but it’s potentially the
fastest method.
TIPS: To program the AUX1 or AUX2 keys, you must first assign them to a
device type. See the Assigning the AUX1 and AUX2 Keys section.
Each device key is associated with a type of device—the TV is preset to search
for TVs, SAT•CBL•DTC for satellite receivers, digital TV converters, or cable
boxes, DVD for DVD players, DVR for DVRs, AUDIO for audio receivers, and
VCR for VCRs.
To control combo devices, like TV/DVDs and TV/VCRs, you need to program
each key separately. Each key will control that part of the combo device.
1. Manually turn on the device you want to control.
3. Press and hold the device key you want to program
(the ON•OFF key comes on).
While you’re holding down the device key, use your
other hand enter the first five-digit code for your brand
in the code list (the ON•OFF key goes off after the rst
digit).
2. Find the Code List that came with the remote. Locate
the section for the type of device you’re trying to
program, and find your brand in that section. Circle
the codes for your brand and keep them handy.
Co d e L is ts
Li s ta de Có di g os
0
1
23
4
56
7 89
TV
VCR
0
1
23
4
56
7 89
DVD
SAT/CABLE
0
1
23
4
56
7 89
0
1
23
4
56
7 89
NOTES
Remember to enter the code for future reference in the box provided in the
Code Retrieval section of this manual.
If your brand isn’t listed in the code list, use one of the Code Search methods
to program the remote control. (Refer to the Auto and Manual Code Search
methods.)
If you release the device key any time during the Direct Code Entry procedure,
the ON•OFF key blinks four times and the process is exited. The last
programmed code under the device key is retained.
Test the remote with the device to make sure the device key is programmed
with the correct code for maximum functionality. If some features don’t work,
try a different code in the list.
4. When you’ve nished entering the ve-digit code, keep holding down the
device key and look at the ON•OFF key.
IstheON•OFFkeyilluminated?
YES: You’re done! You’ve programmed this device key.
NO,itblinkedfourtimesandturnedoff:You have either entered a
code number that is not in the code lists or missed a step in the code entry
procedure. Try step 3 again.
Manual Code Search
The Manual Code Search takes you one-by-one through all the codes for the device
you’re trying to control. When you nd the one that operates your device, you stop
the search and store that code.
TIPS: The Manual Code Search method may take a long time because the remote
searches through all of the codes in its memory one-by-one. If your brand is listed in
the Brand Codes or the Code Lists, rst try the Brand Code Search or the Direct Code
Entry method.
To program the AUX1 or AUX2 keys, you must first assign them to a device type.
See the Assigning the AUX1 and AUX2 Keys section.
Each device key is associated with a type of device—the TV is preset to search for
TVs, SAT•CBL•DTC for satellite receivers, digital TV converters, or cable boxes, DVD
for DVD players, DVR for DVRs, AUDIO for audio receivers, and VCR for VCRs.
To control combo devices, like TV/DVDs and TV/VCRs, you need to program each
key separately. Each key will control that part of the combo device.
To exit without saving a new code at any point in the Manual Code Search, press the
CLEAR key.
1. Manually turn on the device you want to control.
2. Press and hold the device key you want to program.
While you’re holding down the device key, use your
other hand to press and hold the remote’s ON•OFF
key at the same time.
3. Wait until the remote’s ON•OFF key comes on and
stays on. Then release both keys.
4. Point the remote directly at the front panel of the
device you want to control. Press ON•OFF on the
remote and wait 2 seconds. The remote is testing a
single code for your device.
Did your device turn off?
YES: Press the STOP key to store the code. You’re
done! You’ve programmed this device key.
NO: Press ON•OFF again. The remote tests the next
code for your device.
Keep pressing ON•OFF every 2 seconds until your
device turns back on. When it does, press STOP.
TIP: Because there are so many codes, you may
have to press the ON•OFF key many times—possibly
hundreds of times.
NOTES
Throughout the programming of each key, keep the remote pointed at the IR
sensor of the device you are programming the remote to control.
Test the remote with the device to make sure the device key is programmed
with the correct code for maximum functionality. If some features don’t work,
try a different code. See the “Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality”
section below for more information.
During the Manual Code Search, the remote ignores keypresses that aren’t
part of the search.
The search times out after two minutes (the ON•OFF key blinks four times and
the last programmed code under that device key is retained).
The ON•OFF key blinks four times when the remote has gone through all the
codes. The remote exits the Manual Code Search. If your device hasn’t turned
off yet, try a different search method.
Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality
1. Try a variety of the device’s functions with the remote. If some features of
your devices don’t work, go to the next step to try a different code.
2. Repeat the Manual Code Search and Entry Method from the beginning.
When the device turns off for the rst time, don’t press the STOP key, which
would store the same code. Instead, with the unit now off, continue to press
the ON•OFF key repeatedly until the unit turns back on.
3. Once the unit turns back on, you have found another code that operates the
device. Press the STOP key.
4. Test the key’s functionality again by trying a variety of functions. If the code
controls the majority of the device’s functions, programming is complete. If
the code stored does not give maximum functionality, try another code.
Step 1: Install your batteries
Step 2: Program your remote
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6. Point the remote directly at the front panel of the
device you want to control. Press ON•OFF on the
remote and wait 2 seconds. The remote is testing a
single code for your device’s brand.
Did your device turn off?
YES: Press the STOP key to store the code. You’re
done! You’ve programmed this device key.
NO: Press ON•OFF again. The remote tests the next
code for your brand.
Keep pressing ON•OFF every 2 seconds until your
device turns back on. When it does, press STOP.