SUR-47 Universal Touch Screen Remote Control with IR /RF transmission base unit User's Manual Preface SUR-47 User's Manual Preface About this manual This manual is designed to make using the SUR-47 Touch Screen Remote Control as easy as possible. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Copyright © Copyright Sima Products Corporation 2003 This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of Sima Products Corporation. Trademarks All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. FCC - The Federal Communication Commission Radio Frequency interference Statement includes the following paragraph: Note: 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 the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, 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 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. The user should not modify or change this equipment without written approval from Sima Products Corp. Modification could void authority to use this equipment. 90 Day Limited Warranty Sima Products Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, the product will be repaired or replaced, at Sima's option. If you think you need to send your unit in for service, call Sima Customer Service at 800-345-7462. Conditions Ship unit, freight prepaid, including reasonable proof of purchase and description of problem to: Attn: Customer Service Sima Products 140 Pennsylvania Ave., Bldg #5, Oakmont, PA 15139 This warranty is void if any defects are caused by abuse, misuse, negligence or unauthorized repairs. All liability for incidental or consequential damages is specifically excluded. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. ii SUR-47 User's Manual Table Of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Introducing the SUR-47 ............................................................................................................. 1 SUR-47 Features.................................................................................................................... 1 Unpacking the SUR-47 ........................................................................................................ 1 Identifying Components .................................................................................................... 2 Chapter 2 - Getting Started .......................................................................................................................... 4 Installing The Base Unit........................................................................................................ 4 Using the IR blaster cable................................................................................................... 4 Installing Batteries ................................................................................................................ 4 Battery Indicator .................................................................................................................................. 4 Battery Tips and Precautions.............................................................................................................. 5 About the Touch Screen .................................................................................................... 5 Turning the Touch Screen On ............................................................................................................ 5 Touch Screen Precautions.................................................................................................................. 5 Touch Screen Buttons.......................................................................................................................... 5 Using Hard Keys ................................................................................................................... 6 Entering the Setup Menus .................................................................................................. 6 Navigating the Setup Menus ............................................................................................................. 6 The Setup menu tree .......................................................................................................... 7 Chapter 3 - Setting Up the SUR-47 ................................................................................................................ 8 Device Menu........................................................................................................................ 8 Creating a New Device...................................................................................................................... 9 Re-Labeling Devices ......................................................................................................................... 10 Setting the RF Address ...................................................................................................................... 10 Deleting Devices................................................................................................................................ 11 Code Menu........................................................................................................................ 11 Using Pre-Code to Program Devices .............................................................................................. 12 Using the Learning Mode ................................................................................................................. 13 Before Using the Learning Function ................................................................................................ 13 Erasing Key Codes ............................................................................................................................. 15 Erasing Device Codes....................................................................................................................... 16 Debugging Device Codes ............................................................................................................... 17 LCD Layout ......................................................................................................................... 18 Using Macros ...................................................................................................................... 18 Creating a New Macro .................................................................................................................... 19 Deleting a Macro .............................................................................................................................. 20 Viewing a Macro ............................................................................................................................... 21 Setting Channels ............................................................................................................... 21 Adding a Quick Channel ................................................................................................................. 22 Deleting a Quick Channel ............................................................................................................... 23 Relabeling a Quick Channel ........................................................................................................... 23 iii Table of Contents SUR-47 User's Manual Using the Transmission Feature ........................................................................................ 24 Miscellaneous Menus........................................................................................................ 24 Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................................................... 25 Setting the Power Down Time.......................................................................................................... 26 Setting the Backlight On Time.......................................................................................................... 26 Setting the Beep Signal..................................................................................................................... 27 Checking the Version Number ........................................................................................................ 27 Resetting the SUR-47 to Factory Defaults ...................................................................... 28 Chapter 4 - Controlling Devices................................................................................................................. 29 Selecting a Device to Control......................................................................................... 29 Alternating Touch Screen Pages .................................................................................... 29 Viewing the Macro Key.................................................................................................... 30 Using the Quick Channel Buttons ................................................................................... 31 Controlling Devices ........................................................................................................... 32 Using the AUX Key ............................................................................................................. 32 Appendix A - Specifications....................................................................................................................... 33 Appendix B - Accessories........................................................................................................................... 34 Appendix C ­ Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 35 Troubleshooting Tables ..................................................................................................... 35 iv SUR-47 User's Manual Introduction Chapter 1 - Introducing the SUR-47 Congratulations on your purchase of the SUR-47 Touch-Screen Remote Control. The SUR-47 is a digital universal remote control that is easy to use, enabling you to control up to 16 electronic devices equipped with an infrared (IR) remote. · · · · The SUR-47 comes with an IR/RF base unit to receive and send signals from the remote and operate devices from any room in your house or up to 100 feet away. The SUR-47 uses a Touch Screen panel and control buttons and is simple to use. Simply select a device and the appropriate screen appears. You can control up to sixteen devices, including VCRs, DVDs, TVs, and satellite dishes. The SUR-47 is easy to set up. You can quickly configure each device in your household or office using the innovative "learning eye" feature. In addition, the advanced macro function enables you to initiate a chain of up to 60 commands with the touch of a single button. The SUR-47 is equipped with a remote finder feature to help locate it when lost. Convenient and easy to use, the SUR-47 provides you with a complete central control solution. This manual helps you learn how to use the advanced features of the SUR-47. It does not explain how to use the functions for your devices. Please refer to your device user's manual for information related to your device. SUR-47 Features The following list identifies the SUR-47's key features. · · · · · · · · · Choice of IR (direct to device) or RF (to base unit to device) signal transmission. Lost remote finder button - ...