® STC-1 PROGRAMMABLE TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE OWNER'S GUIDE AND PROGRAMMING MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION _________________________________________ PAGE 1.0 _______________ INTRODUCTION 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 Features Important Notes Getting Started The Touch Screen Display The Special Functions Page Battery Recharging and Control Programming the STC-1 Setting the Access Options 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 2.0 ________CREATING AND EDITING PAGES 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Creating a Page Editing a Page Placing Buttons on a Page Using the Text Editor Assigning a Page to a Button Removing a Page Assignment from a Button Deleting a Button from a Page 8 8 9 10 11 11 11 3.0 ________IR EDITOR 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 Menu Options Aligning a Remote Control Sending Infrared Commands to the STC-1 Testing Infrared Commands Editing Infrared Commands 12 13 14 14 14 4.0 ________MACRO EDITOR 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 Menu Options Editing a Macro Inserting an Infrared Command Inserting a Time Delay Macro Hints 15 15 16 16 17 5.0 ________IR CODE BASICS 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Frequency Modulation Pulsed IR Codes How the STC-1 Learns IR Commands Hints for Learning IR Codes 18 18 18 19 6.0 ________PROGRAMMING HINTS 6.1 Summary: Creating Pages 21 7.0 ________TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 Contacting JBL 22 23 24 25 28 8.0 ________SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX A: SCREEN TEMPLATES INDEX WARRANTY UNPACKING AND INSPECTION After unpacking the STC-1, save all of the packing materials in case you ever need to ship the unit. Thoroughly inspect the STC-1 and the packing materials for signs of damage. Report any shipment damage to the carrier at once. Report any equipment malfunctions to your dealer. vWARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. vWARNING THIS UNIT CONTAINS NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES. RECYCLE OR DISPOSE OF PROPERLY. Precautions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 2 SAFETY SUGGESTIONS Read Instructions. Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the unit. Retain Instructions. Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference. Heed Warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions. Follow Instructions. Follow operating instructions and instructions for use. Heat. Keep the unit away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, etc., including amplifiers that produce heat. Ventilation. Make sure that the location or the position of the unit does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the unit should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings, nor should it be placed in a cabinet that impedes the flow of air through the ventilation openings. Power Sources. Connect the unit only to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the unit. Power Cord Protection. Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to the cords at plugs, at convenient receptacles, and at the point at which they exit from the unit. Nonuse Periods. Unplug the power supply from the outlet when the unit is to be left unused for a long period of time. Water and Moisture. Do not use the unit near water­for example, near a sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, near an open window, etc. Object and Liquid Entry. Do not allow objects to fall or liquids to be spilled into the enclosure through openings. Cleaning. The unit should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Servicing. Do not attempt any service beyond that described in the operating instructions. Refer all other service needs to qualified service personnel. Damage Requiring Service. The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: · The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged. · Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit. · The unit has been exposed to rain. · The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. · The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 3 1.0 INTRODUCTION The STC-1 is a PROGRAMMABLE TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE that is designed to provide wireless control of audio/video and automation systems. Like other "universal" or "learning" remote controls, the STC-1 allows you to consolidate the functions of many independent infrared remote controls into one unit. However, the STC-1 also incorporates a unique programmable user interface, allowing it to provide a simple, intuitive, and customized interface for any system. Before using the STC-1, please read and follow all instructions in this manual. 1.2 Important Notes. Please read these important notes about the STC-1: · The STC-1 should be placed in an area where it is around normal room temperature (between 60°F to 90°F). If the temperature is too hot, the display appears dim. If the temperature is too cold, the display appears dark and may respond slowly. · Do not use sharp objects on the touch screen. It is designed to operate with a firm touch of your finger. · Do not let the STC-1 get wet. It should not be handled with wet hands or placed in an area where it could get wet. · Do not subject the STC-1 to smoke, dust, or vibrations. The display may be damaged from excessive shock or vibration. · Use only the power supply that is provided with the STC-1. Using the wrong type of power supply may result in battery leakage or other damage. · Do not disassemble the unit. The STC-1 contains high voltage circuits that may cause injury if contacted. 1.1 Features The STC-1 provides superior quality and reliability as well as these specific features: · A replacement for all of your system's remote controls. The STC-1 can reproduce all of the commands of almost any other infrared remote control. · A programmable graphic display. The STC-1 has a built-in drawing program that makes it easy to place buttons, text, and symbols anywhere on the display. · A touch-sensitive display. When you want to perform a command, simply touch the display where that command is displayed. · A built-in rechargeable battery pack. The STC-1 can run continuously for up to two and a half hours between charges. Because the remote is normally used only a few minutes per session, the unit typically will run for about a week or more between charges. A built-in Power Monitor lets you know when to recharge the unit. · A macro function. This feature allows the STC-1 to perform a series of commands by pressing a single button. For example, you could create a macro called "MOVIE" that turns on the TV, sets the correct channel, turns on the VCR, dims the lights, and starts playing a movie. · Automatic power-down. The STC-1 turns itself off whenever it is not used for a pre-set amount of time. Touching any area of the display will turn it on again. · A serial port for communication with a special PC interface program for backup and restore of previously programmed displays and IR commands. · Non-volatile memory. The STC-1 will not lose any programmed data if the main batteries fail. 1.3 Getting Started The STC-1 is powered-up by touching any area of the display. If the STC-1 does not respond, make sure the switch on the bottom of the unit is not at the OFF position. Slide the switch to the ON position as indicated by the arrow. On/Off Switch RJ-11 Jack 4 INTRODUCTION 1.0 POWER OFF EXIT Upon power-up, the STC-1 will display its Main Menu page, which is blank by default, awaiting programming. The default initial screen is shown below. Special Functions Page Icon 1.5 The Special Functions Page The Main Menu page contains a unique icon in its upper left corner. Selecting this icon displays the Special Functions page. This page is used for invoking several built-in functions and entering the Program Mode. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS PROGRAM MODE BACKLIGHT LEVEL MAIN MENU BEEPER ON OFF CONTRAST ­ + 1.4 The Touch Screen Display The STC-1 touch screen display is organized as a series of pages. A page consists of all the information displayed on the screen at one time. Normally each page contains objects (buttons, text, and symbols) that are related in some way. For instance, they may all display information necessary for controlling a particular VCR. By default the STC-1 has one Main Menu page­all other pages are considered submenus. Any page can contain a button that will display any other page when selected. Normally the Main Menu page is used to display the names of the submenus (e.g., the equipment being controlled). The submenus may consist of one or more pages. The STC-1 will support 22 pages plus the Main Menu page, in addition to the unit's programming screens. A representation of a programmed Main Menu page is shown below. MAIN MENU LASER DISC LIGHTS TV VOLUME MUTE The built-in functions include: PROGRAM MODE Press this button to enter the programming mode of the STC-1. If the Access Lock Out is ON, the access passcode must be entered or the unit will remain on the Special Functions page, preventing unauthorized individuals from reprogramming the unit. BEEPER ON/OFF These two buttons turn the audible beep on and off. BACKLIGHT LEVEL This button may be pressed to cycle the backlight level from High to Medium to Low. POWER MONITOR The charging icon will flash on the bottom of the special functions page when the unit is actually charging. This icon will continue to flash until the power supply is disconnected from the unit. When recharging, use only the power supply (DC, 9V, 1.4A, pin negative) that is supplied with the unit. The recharging time will take between eight and twelve hours, depending on the battery status prior to recharging. VCR COMPACT DISC TURN ON SYSTEM TURN OFF SYSTEM SECURITY 5 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS PROGRAM MODE BACKLIGHT LEVEL POWER OFF 1.7 Programming the STC-1 Programming the STC-1 involves a three-step process: 1. Drawing and linking all of the pages that will become the user interface. 2. Teaching the STC-1 the infrared commands from other remote controls. 3. Creating macros. All programming steps are initiated from the Program Options page. This page is displayed by pressing the PROGRAM MODE button on the Special Functions page. PROGRAM OPTIONS CREATE PAGE EDIT MACRO CHARGE CONTROL EDIT PAGE EDIT IR CLEAR ALL DELETE PAGE ACCESS OPTIONS COMPUTER LINK TIMER SETTINGS BEEPER ON OFF CONTRAST ­ + EXIT CHARGING POWER OFF This button invokes the Stand-By mode. CONTRAST UP/DOWN These two buttons adjust the LCD contrast. EXIT Pressing the EXIT button will return you to the Main Menu page. 1.6 Battery Recharging and Control The following recommendations will assure best battery performance: 1. Operate the unit until you receive a Low Battery warning. At that point, you will have approximately 10 minutes of run time remaining before the unit shuts down. 2. Recharge the STC-1 for at least 10 hours. 3. After recharging is complete, disconnect the AC adapter. EXIT There are 10 functions available on the Program Options page: CREATE PAGE This function is used to create a new page. EDIT PAGE This function is used to place buttons, text, and symbols on a page. DELETE PAGE This function is used to delete an existing page. COMPUTER LINK This function toggles the PC communication link ON and OFF and is used to back up the STC-1 programming with a personal computer. It can also be used to load previously developed pages and IR codes. The interface program, available from JBL, requires a PC running Windows 3.1 and a serial port. EDIT MACRO This function is used to create, edit, and delete macros. EDIT IR This function is used to learn, edit, and delete infrared commands. 6 INTRODUCTION 1.0 EXIT ACCESS OPTIONS This function is used to program a passcode into the unit and to enable or disable the PROGRAM MODE button from the Program Options page. This allows you to lim ...