A/V LCD 8-DEVICE WITH LEARNING UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL (URC-8910) User's Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Setting The Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Features And Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Key Charts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Setting Up Your Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Programming TV/VCR Combo Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Manufacturer's Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Setup Codes for TVs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Setup Codes for VCRs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Setup Codes for TV/VCR Combos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Setup Codes for DVD Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Setup Codes for Cable Converters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Setup Codes for Satellite Receivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Setup Codes for CD Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Setup Codes for Audio Amplifiers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Setup Codes for Audio Cassette Decks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Setup Codes for Audio Receivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Setup Codes for Audio Turntables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Setup Codes for Misc. Audio Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Setup Codes for DAT Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Setup Codes for LD Players. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Setup Codes for Home Automation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Setup Codes for Video Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Searching For Your Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Programming A Learning Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Deleting A Function From A Learning Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Using Volume Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Programming Volume Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Programming Volume Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Using Macros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Programming A Favorite Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Programming A Master Power Key With Instant Channel Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Clearing A Macro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Re-Assigning Device Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Using Keymover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Programming Keymover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Restoring Keymover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Using Channel Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Programming Favorite Channel Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Using The Home Theater Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Control Organization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Programming The Home Theater Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Operating The Home Theater Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Using Commercial Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Programming Commercial Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Operating Commercial Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Restoring Factory Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 About Upgrading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Key Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 2 INTRODUCTION The One For All A/V LCD 8-Device With Learning Universal Remote Control (URC-8910) is our latest high-performance universal remote control. It is designed to operate up to eight home entertainment devices, including TV, video, and audio components. Moreover, this remote control contains sophisticated technology that will allow you to conveniently consolidate the clutter of all of the original remote controls used in your home entertainment system. It's packed with easy-to-use features such as: · Advanced Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with 15 alphanumeric characters, real-time clock, and icons for constant visual feedback of operations and programming sequences · A unique Home Theater mode that combines different device controls under one mode for operating convenience · Three macro keys for instant activation of favorite key sequences · Four learning keys to capture unique functions from your devices' original remote controls · Key Mover for copying keys from one device to another, or to a different position in the same mode · Code Search to help you program device codes without using the code list (starting on page 14) or for brands or models not listed · Favorite Channel Scan for easy channel surfing · Mode reassignment to control duplicate types of devices · Volume Lock to assign volume controls to individual devices or to one global device · Commercial Skip feature allows you to channel surf during commercial interruptions of your favorite programs · Pre-programmed database with the world's largest and most efficient group of infrared codes insures device compatibility · Internal modem for upgrading device codes over the telephone · A low battery icon to notify you when batteries are getting low · Backlighting feature to aid operation in low ambient light The One For All A/V LCD 8-Device With Learning Universal Remote Control (URC-8910) requires four (4) new AAA alkaline batteries (not included) and easy programming to control your devices. For best results, please read and perform all instructions listed here. Also, keep these instructions for future reference. 3 INSTALLING BATTERIES 1. 2. On the back of the URC-8910 remote control, push the tab and lift off the battery cover. Obtain four (4) new AAA alkaline batteries. Match the + and ­ marks on the batteries to the + and ­ marks in the case, and then insert the new batteries. Align the cover key with the case opening and replace the cover until it locks. If batteries are inserted correctly, the entire LCD will turn on.After 5 seconds of inactivity, the remote control will turn itself off to conserve battery life. Perform the steps in Setting The Clock (on the next page) to set the correct time. 3. 4. 5. NOTE: When a battery icon appears in the display (see page 7, Key Charts, LCD), the batteries are low. Simply replace them and the URC-8910 remote control will be restored to full functionality, complete with your favorite settings. 4 SETTING THE CLOCK 1. On the URC-8910 remote control, press and hold SET until you see the display change from the default device and time to [CODE SET]. NOTE: Default values for device, its code, and time are shown above.Your remote control settings may be different. NOTE: If you wish to exit the programming mode at any time, press EXIT once. You will see an [EXIT] message as the remote control returns to normal operation. NOTE: If you see an [INVALID] message, you have inadvertently pressed an incorrect key. Simply note your error and continue programming. 2. (x 5) Press the v key five times until you see the display change to [CLOCK SET]. NOTE: If you go past [CLOCK SET], press the w key one or more times to return to it. 3. SELECT Press SELECT once to begin programming.You will see the display change to the current time. 4. 5. 6. SELECT Press the v key one or more times until you see the desired hour (a.m. or p.m.). Press the w key one or more times until you see the desired minute. Once the time is correctly set, press SELECT once to accept the values. The display will confirm your entry with [SUCCESS] and then [EXIT SETUP]. The URC-8910 remote control will return to normal operation. 5 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS Use the illustration below to locate features on the URC-8910 remote control and then study the Key Charts (on the next three pages) to learn how they function. ND SOUN RROU D SU SELECT 6 Key Charts The LED (red light) blinks to show that the remote control is working and sending signals. The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) provides 15 alphanumeric characters that display status messages during remote control operation and programming.Also, one or more icons appear in the LCD to indicate the following conditions: or Morning or Afternoon Time Low Battery IR Signal Transmission Press TV, VCR, DVD, AUX, SAT, CBL, RCVR/AMP, or CD once to select a desired home entertainment device to control. After programming, press HOME THEATER once to select the home theater mode. (See Using The Home Theater Mode on page 43.) Press POWER once to turn on or off the selected device. v RROUND SOUND SU SELECT Use the cursor keys (v, w, or ) to move the cursor in the program guide and menu screens. Use SELECT to choose options from your selected device's menu or guide. In the CD mode, use SELECT to select a compact disc. Use v (or w) to select the next (or previous) CD. Use (or ) to select the next (or previous) track. In the RCVR/AMP mode, use SELECT to set the surround sound. Use v (or w) to adjust the volume higher (or ...