User manual UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL MX-500 - BROCHURE

Optimum Ergonomics Meet the MX-500 "The Most Reviewed Learning Remote Control in History" The MX-500 is no stranger to the Front Page. It has been given unanimous praise from Time Magazine, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and dozens of other publications. The leading on-line source of information and reviews on remote controls, RemoteCentral.com said, "The MX-500 is the finest hard button remote we've had the pleasure of using." But the reviews only tell part of the story, the real pleasure comes from using an MX-500 with your own system, every day! MX-500 Ultimate Customization TM Infrared Learning Remote Control Powerful Room Flooding Infrared Output Provides 50-60' Range Programs Using the Internal IR Command Database or Learning from Other Remote Controls Replaces Up to Ten Remote Controls Offers Macro Capability: 15 Macro Buttons of 20 Steps Each and 50 Favorite Channel Macro Buttons of 10 Steps Each Clone Programming from One MX-500 to Another MX-500 in Less than 3 Minutes Bright Backlighting for Both the LCD Screen and Buttons True One-Hand Ergonomic Operation MX-500 Learning Remote Control One Touch Home Theater Automation! Automation Using Fast On-Board Programming Automation with Macros and Favorites The powerful memory of the MX-500 offers over 15 potential Macro buttons and an additional 50 Favorite Channel buttons. Each of these macros can play back a sequence of programmed commands that completely automates a complex system with one button press. A Macro button can record and play back up to 20 steps, while a Favorite Channel button can play back up to 10 steps. Replaces Ten Remote Controls The MX-500 controls up to 10 components. Each of the 10 components can be programmed with up to 2 pages of LCD screens plus the 33 hard buttons. The MX-500 allows you to edit the text on each LCD screen exactly as you prefer (up to 26 screens with 260 text buttons are available). Whether you prefer single screen simplicity or total replacement of the original remotes, the MX-500 will exceed your expectations. Comprehensive Compatibility with Components The MX-500's internal database contains hundreds of "code sets" of Brands including hard to find and specific discrete codes that allow for precise control of all system components. The MX-500 also has the ability to learn up to 530 new commands. One Hand Ergonomics ­ Easier to Use than Original Component Remotes! The optimized layout enables you to naturally reach both the thumbpad and hard buttons to navigate on-screen menus and the critical Transport, Channel and Volume controls. You'll quickly discover that you prefer using the MX-500 to control all the special features of your system (especially personal video recorders, satellite receivers, DVD players, surround sound receivers and digital cable boxes). There will never be a reason to dig out the old remotes again. EL Back Lighting The bright backlight using the latest EL technology enables you to use the remote in the dark easily. GemStoneTM Buttons Unlike standard rubber buttons, these GemStone buttons provide the ultimate in tested reliability, give a secure tactile feel and possess a more elegant look. Warranty One year parts and labor. Specifications Range: 50-60 feet depending upon components Weight: 8 oz. (with batteries) Memory Capacity: 15 Macro Buttons of 20 Steps Each, 50 Favorite Channel Macro Buttons of 10 Steps Each and Up to 530 IR Commands and 26 Custom Labeled Screens. Size: 9.0" x 3.0" x 1.3" Batteries: Four AAA Alkaline batteries included LCD Size: 1.4" x 2.1" MX-500 Remote Control Reliable, Flexible and Powerful Punch Through Operations You can program punch through operations to any of the 10 devices from any other device for volume, channel and transport (Play, Stop, Rewind and Fast Forward) control. Clone Multiple MX-500's You only need to program one remote to equip a household. The MX-500 allows for seamless transfer of all programmed commands and LCD text to another MX-500 in less than 3 minutes. Memory Back-Up The MX-500 system features a smart flash memory back-up system that will retain the programmed memory for up to ten years, even with dead batteries. www.hometheatermaster.com IR Learning Remote M X-50 0 © 2003 Universal Remote Control, Inc. Home Theater Master is a registered trademark of Universal Remote Control, Inc. Entertainment Made Simple is a trademark of Universal Remote Control, Inc. 500 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528 Phone: (914) 835-4484 Fax: (914) 835-4532