User manual UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL MRF100B POWERPACK

PowerBlasterTM OWNER'S MANUAL No More Pointing.. changing the way a remote control works! Universal Remote Control 500 Mamaroneck Avenue Harrison, NY 10528 Phone: 1-914-835-4484 FAX: 1-914-835-4532 www.universalremote.com MRF100B OWNER'S MANUAL No More Pointing.. changing the way a remote control works! MRF100B PowerBlasterTM 1 PowerBlasterTM Congratulations! Congratulations on purchasing Universal Remote Control's PowerBlasterTM MRF100B! This changes everything! When used in combination with PowerBlasterTM, a MasterControlTM RF series remote control (RF10, RF20, RF30) becomes an amazing remote control powerhouse that sends multi-directional RF (Radio Frequency) signals that pass through walls, doors and floors ­ both indoors and outdoors. PowerBlasterTM sets you free! It enables you to control Components that are completely out-of-sight, up to 100' away. The PowerBlasterTM picks up RF remote control radio frequency signals from any direction, regardless of distance, so the remote doesn't need to be pointed directly at any Component. Just imagine ­ no more pointing! Now you can close your entertainment center doors, hide your Components, and still control them with ease. Control outdoor speakers on your patio. Control your Components anywhere! RF Remotes are ready to go! One of the best things about this is -- nothing has to be done to the remotes themselves for this feature to work. Every time you press a button on one of the MasterControlTM RF series remotes, it sends both a standard IR (Infrared Command) AND an RF (Radio Frequency) signal. When you install the PowerBlasterTM kit, it will automatically receive radio signals from RF series remotes and translate them into the infrared commands that control your Components. Quick Setup DVD Guide makes installation easy! The Quick Setup DVD Guide will assist you in setting up PowerBlasterTM to work with your RF series remotes by guiding you through an easy step-by-step process. This Owner's Manual is designed as a companion reference source to the DVD Setup Guide, should you need to refer back to a particular section, or review certain instruction detail not covered in the DVD. However, if you are unable to watch the DVD Guide for some reason, everything you need to know about setting up PowerBlasterTM is contained in this Manual. NOTE: PowerBlasterTM is only compatible with Universal Remote Control's MasterControlTM RF series remote controls (RF10, RF20, RF30). RF series remote control radio signals will not control Components directly. You must have a PowerBlasterTM to receive the RF remote radio signals. Also, Components that came with "no pointing" radio remote controls cannot be operated by an RF series remote unless the Component can be switched to standard IR (Infrared Control) via its internal menus. Some remote control ceiling fans are radio only and cannot be operated by an RF series remote. 2 PowerBlasterTM WELCOME WELCOME 500 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528 Phone: (914) 835-4484 Fax: (914) 835-4532 POWERBLASTERTM Owner's Manual © 2006 Universal Remote Control, Inc. The information in this manual is copyright protected. No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Universal Remote Control, Inc. UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OPERATIONAL, TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS / OMISSIONS MADE IN THIS MANUAL. The information in this manual may be subject to change without prior notice. MASTERCONTROL, PowerBlaster, MacroPower, and SimpleSound are trademarks of Universal Remote Control, Inc. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations. 3 PowerBlasterTM Here's How PowerBlasterTM Works: 1. RF series remote controls (RF10, RF20, RF30) send RF (Radio Frequency) signals to PowerBlasterTM, which is an RF receiver. 2. PowerBlaster converts RF signals to IR (Infrared) commands and sends them out to components in the same cabinet space via the built-in front blaster. TM 4 PowerBlasterTM HOW IT WORKS HOW IT WORKS 3. Self-adhesive "flashers" (included in the PowerBlasterTM kit) affix to the front panels of your components. The flashers relay commands to components out of sight of PowerBlaster'sTM front blaster. The flashers plug in to PowerBlaster'sTM rear flasher line output jacks. Each flasher has a 10' cable to easily reach components on nearby shelves. 5 PowerBlasterTM Parts Guide Quantity 1 1 4 1 6 The Mounting Plate 6 PowerBlasterTM Description PowerBlasterTM Receiver with integrated antenna Mounting Plate for wall mounting PowerBlasterTM Screws for wall mounting the mounting plate 9V-300mA Power Supply Flashers with 10 foot plug-in cables. Red Power LED lights to indicate when PowerBlaster TM is plugged into an active AC outlet. Red Status LED lights when PowerBlasterTM receives an RF signal from an RF series remote control. PARTS GUIDE PARTS GUIDE The Mounting Plate guides enable PowerBlaster'sTM matching guide to slide and "snap" into place for mounting on the wall. Front blaster sends Infrared commands to all A/V components in the same cabinet space. Using the four enclosed screws, you can choose to fix the mounting plate to a wall or the back of your component cabinet. 7 PowerBlasterTM Integrated antenna swings in any direction to optimize RF reception and range. 8 Program and Test Remote Control First Don't connect power to PowerBlasterTM until you have programmed and tested the remote control line of sight. PowerBlasterTM can interfere with testing and programming. PowerBlasterTM STEP 1: Included 9V power supply plugs into the MRF-100 power connector. Turn ON all of your components. Audio /Video components sometimes create RF interference. Therefore, perform all testing with all of your components powered ON (as they will be when you operate the system). as the button is released. If there is any flickering, move PowerBlasterTM farther away from the A/V components. STEP 4: Orient the Antenna for Optimum Range. If you need to extend the range of the remote, try adjusting the angle of PowerBlaster'sTM receiving antenna via it's pivoting ball mount. PROGRAMMING SETP 2: PARTS GUIDE Six flasher jacks on the rear of PowerBlasterTM connect flashers for control of A/V components out-of-sight of the front blaster. Connect the Power Supply. Connect the 9V power supply to an active UNSWITCHED AC outlet. PowerBlasterTM must always be powered up. The red Power LED should light up. STEP 5: Mount PowerBlasterTM. PowerBlasterTM may be concealed and mounted to the rear wall or back of the system cabinet. The mounting plate slides apart from the receiver, mounts to the wall, then the receiver can slide back into place. STEP 3: Six plug-in flashers are supplied with 10 foot cables and six extra self-adhesive pads (in case a flasher has to be repositioned). Test Placement of PowerBlasterTM. PowerBlasterTM should be placed so that the STATUS LED only lights up when a button is pressed on an RF series remote control. It should go out as soon 9 PowerBlasterTM STEP 6 Test Operation Without Flashers. With the remote controls line-of-sight output blocked by your hand, a book or a pillow; test the control of your components using just the front blaster. In most cabinets, the PowerBlaster'sTM front blaster will control any A/V components in the same cabinet space by reflections from the cabinet walls and doors. Make sure that the components operate with the cabinet doors closed or open. If a component is placed too far away from the front blaster, you will need to utilize the included flashers plugged into PowerBlaster'sTM rear flasher jacks. 10 STEP 7: Connect Flashers to Out-of-Sight A/V Components. Note:Test the operation BEFORE sticking the flasher in place. Use a flashlight to identify the correct location of the component's IR sensor, then try a few commands while moving the flasher around the face plate of the component. The most reliable operation typically occurs a half inch or so away from the IR sensor. Once you have found the spot that gives the most reliable operation, peel off the protective backing of the self-adhesive tape on the included flashers and stick them in place. Warranty PowerBlasterTM is covered against any manufacturers defects or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase if purchased from an authorized Universal Remote Control dealer. Units purchased from online auction sites or other unauthorized resellers have no warranty. This warranty does not cover the following items: - Damage from misuse, neglect, or acts of nature. - Products that have been modified or incorporated into other products. - Products purchased more than 12 months ago. - Units purchased from unauthorized dealers or companies. PowerBlasterTM PROGRAMMING Specifications Power Supply: 9V 300mA IR Flasher Line Outputs: 2.5mm Mono Mini Jack RF Frequency: 418MHz Who can I call for more answers? The Universal Remote Control Technical Support and Customer Service staff are ready to answer any questions you might have. Call us at 1-914-835-4484 Monday - Friday, 9AM to 6PM (EST) WARRANTY If you have problems with components that are close to the front blaster, try repositioning Note: Always replace the self-adhesive tabs if you have PowerBlasterTM farther away. to reposition a flasher. Six extra self-adhesive tabs are supplied for this purpose. 1 The RF20 Remote Congratulations! Congratulations on purchasing Universal Remote Control's MASTERCONTROLTM RF20 Pre-programmed and Learning Remote Control! You now have the power to control your entire home entertainment system with one easy-to-use remote. The RF20 can be used with thousands of audio/video Components because of the extensive code library pre-programmed into the remote. And, the RF20's impressive lineup of special advanced features can automate and customize the operation of your system in many ways. So... get ready to sit back, relax and simplify your home entertainment experience. The Quick Setup DVD Program Guide supplied with the RF20 will assist you in programming your remote by guiding you through an easy step-by-step process. This Owner's Manual is designed as a companion reference source to the DVD Guide, should you need to refer back to a particular section, or review certain instruction detail not covered in the DVD. However, if you are unable to watch the DVD Guide for some reason, everything you need to know about programming the RF20 is contained in this Manual. LOCATION OF CONTROLS GETTING STARTED BASIC SETUP Keypad Layout 3 2 The RF20 Remote Overview Battery Installation Activating Component Commands Light Button Overview Pre-Programmed Code Method Learning Method Transmitting (Busy Signal) Icon. Child Lock Feature Customizing the LCD Screen Favorite Channel Setup MacroPowerTM Setup SimpleSoundTM Setup & Other 'Punch Throughs' Setting Backlight Options Hiding & Adding Pages Recalling Pre-programmed Setup Code Numbers Cloning other RF20s 4 4 5 6 7 7 15 19 19 20 23 26 30 32 33 35 36 37 CUSTOMIZING YOUR RF20 WITH SPECIAL ADVANCED FEATURES ERASING COMMANDS Overview Erasing Learned Button, Macro or Favorite Channel Commands Re-setting RF20 to Original Factory Default Settings 37 39 41 THE OPTIONAL POWERBLASTERTM 500 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528 Phone: (914) 835-4484 Fax: (914) 835-4532 PowerBlasterTM PREPROGRAMMED CODE NOTES PREPROGRAMMED CODE TABLES OTHER INFO Pre Programmed Code Notes 43 CONTNETS WELCOME MASTERCONTROLTM RF20 Owner's Manual © 2006 Universal Remote Control, Inc. The information in this manual is copyright protected. No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Universal Remote Control, Inc. UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OPERATIONAL, TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS / OMISSIONS MADE IN THIS MANUAL. The information in this manual may be subject to change without prior notice. MASTERCONTROL, PowerBlaster, MacroPower, and SimpleSound are trademarks of Universal Remote Control, Inc. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations. Pre-Programmed Code Tables SAT TV 45 CD CABLE 48 DVR DVD 50 AUX VCR 53 NOTES AUDIO 55 FAQ Warranty Specifications 44 58 59 61 62 64 65 66 66 3 Keypad Layout LIGHT BUTTON SCREEN-LABELED DISPLA BUTTONS Y 4 Getting Started-Overview This is what MASTERCONTROLTM RF20 is all about! The RF20 is designed to operate up to 10 different Audio/Video Components and is pre-programmed to operate virtually all brands of TV, VCR, DVD and CD Players, Cable Set Top Boxes, Satellite Receivers, TiVo and other DVRs, Audio Components, Tape Decks, Multimedia PCs, XM Radio, Ipod, X-Box, Lighting Controls and other custom installation products. It also offers an impressive lineup of special features designed to provide you with many time-saving conveniences and enhance your overall entertainment experience. However, we strongly recommend that you fully complete all of the Basic Setup steps before proceeding to customize your RF20 with any of the special advanced features. Overview & Battery Installation TITLE FAVORITE CHANNEL changes the page of buttons displayed PAGE BUTTONS PAGE NUMBERS MAIN BUTTON takes you to the main menu FUNCTION BUTTONS Battery Installation The very first step is to insert the four AAA batteries that are included in the package into the battery compartment located in the back of the remote. Just press the tab and lift off the cover. Please be sure to insert the batteries correctly as you see in the diagram. Remember, there is a positive and negative end to each battery and you can tell by the + (positive) and - (negative) symbols. Once the batteries are correctly installed, replace the cover. Now you're ready to start! CONTROL LOCATIONS GETTING STARTED 5 Activating Component Commands 6 Activating Component Commands ­ Simple, Easy, Intuitive Once you've programmed RF20 for your Components, all you have to do to operate a specific Component is first, press the MAIN button. This will display Page 1 of the MAIN menu on the LCD screen. Page 1 of the MAIN menu displays five Components. Then, simply select the Component you want to operate by pressing the corresponding ScreenLabeled Component Display Button on the right side of the LCD Screen. As an example, if you press the TV Display Button, the display label at the top of the screen will change from MAIN to TV, and all the buttons on RF20 will work your TV. To operate another Component, simply press the MAIN button again to return to Page 1 of the MAIN menu and select the next Component you want to operate. If you don't see the Component you want to control on Page 1 of the MAIN menu, just use the PAGE ( ) ( ) buttons on the left side of the screen to bring up Page 2 of the MAIN menu which displays an additional five Components. Each Component is provided with five pages of pre-labeled command display buttons (or space for additional command display buttons). Once again, simply use the PAGE ( ) ( ) buttons to take you to the next command page, or return you to the previous command page. LIGHT BUTTON TV DEVICE BUTTON MAIN BUTTON Light Button The fully backlit keypad makes the RF20 easy to use in the dark or dim lighting conditions. Simply press the LIGHT button to backlight all the keypad buttons and LCD screen. To turn off the backlight, press the LIGHT button again, or just wait ten seconds (the backlight automatically shuts itself off). Lights out! Try it out! LIGHT BUTTON GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED 7 Overview & Pre-Programmed Code Method 8 Basic Setup - Overview There are two ways to program the RF20: · The Pre-Programmed Code Method · The Learning Method The Pre-Programmed Code Method allows you to set up all the buttons at once, so it's the fastest and easiest of the two methods. The Learning Method allows you to transfer functions from other remotes (old or new), one button at a time. Pre-Programmed Code Method Pre-Programmed Code Method STEP 1: The pre-programmed 3-digit codes are found in the back of this Manual on page 44. The codes are listed by Component category (i.e., TV, VCR, DVD, etc.), then by brand name. For instance, if you want to locate a code for a Sony TV, first locate the TV category, and then look for the Sony brand. Once you have located the 3-digit code (or in some cases, several code numbers) for the Component that you want to operate with your RF20, write them ALL down on a piece of note paper. It's important that you write down all the codes because only one code is going to work for you. STEP 2: Now, turn on the Component you want to program... let's say your TV to start. Look up your TV's manufacturer setup code from your reference list. STEP 3: Press and hold the MAIN and ENT (Enter) buttons at the same time for approximately 3 seconds, until the word "SETUP" is displayed at the top of the LCD screen. This signals that you are now in setup mode. IMPORTANT: You now have 30 seconds to perform the next step while you are in SETUP mode. If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, SETUP will disappear from the screen, signaling that you have exited setup mode and you will need to start over. BASIC SETUP BASIC SETUP MAIN BUTTON ENTER BUTTON 9 Pre-Programmed Code Method 10 Pre-Programmed Code Method STEP 4: STEP 5: The screen will then display the five Components from Page 1 of the MAIN menu. To display Page 2 of the MAIN menu that lists an additional five Components, simply press the PAGE ( ) ( ) buttons. Press the P-PRO display button to select the Pre-Programmed Method. Press the Component display button you want to program. For example: If you want to setup the TV Component button, press the TV Component display button. The display at the bottom of the LCD screen will flash "FROM - TABLE". STEP 6: FIRST FIVE DEVICE NAMES P-PRO BUTTON PAGE BUTTONS In this step you verify the type of component you plan to operate with this component button. For example: If you plan to operate the TV component with the TV button, simply press the TV display button once again. However, if for example you are setting up AUX to operate a second DVD Player, you would first need to press AUX in Step 5, and then DVD in Step 6. BASIC SETUP BASIC SETUP 11 Pre-Programmed Code Method NOTE: If the Component fails to turn off after you have entered all the code numbers listed for your brand, you can scan through all the other code numbers that are pre-loaded into the RF20 for that Component (in this case TV) by using the UP or DOWN display buttons on the screen. (There is a chance that your Component was actually manufactured by another brand.) However, most of the code tables are so large that it is usually faster to use the Learning Method on Page 15. 12 Pre-Programmed Code Methoda example, maybe your Sony TV turned off with code number 147, but the volume controls did not work properly. If this is the case, try the next code number listed for that Component until you find a perfect match. STEP 7: BASIC SETUP Point the RF20 toward the Component you want to program, (in this example, TV), and punch in the 3-digit code that you wrote down for that specific Component. Use the Number buttons 0-9 on the remote to punch in the code. If the 3-digit code number that you just punched in is correct, the Component will turn off. If the Component does not turn off, continue entering code numbers from your list until the Component turns off. Some brands have several possible code numbers. STEP 8: When the Component turns off, press the ON button to turn the Component back on. Now you can test the Volume and Channel buttons (for TV), or PLAY and STOP (for VCR and DVD) to make sure they all work. If any of the buttons do not work properly, you need to find a new correct code. For ON BUTTON UP & DOWN BUTTONS VOLUME BUTTONS CHANNEL BUTTONS PLAY BUTTON BASIC SETUP NUMBER BUTTONS STOP BUTTON 13 Pre-Programmed Code Method 14 Pre-Programmed Code Methoda STEP 9: Once you have found the right code, save the code number by pressing the SAVE display button that appears on the LCD screen. The LCD screen will blink "SAVED" two times, signaling that the code number has been successfully saved. STEP 10: Exit SETUP mode by pressing the MAIN button two times. When the LCD screen displays MAIN, you are back in normal operating mode. NOW, PROGRAM THE REST OF YOUR COMPONENTS BY REPEATING STEPS 1 THROUGH 9. IN MOST SYSTEMS,YOU CAN FINISH BASIC SETUP IN JUST A FEW MINUTES AND PUT ALL YOUR OLD REMOTES AWAY. IF YOU ARE STILL MISSING COMMANDS TO CONTROL ANY OF YOUR COMPONENTS, USE THE LEARNING METHOD ON PAGE 15. BASIC SETUP BASIC SETUP SAVE BUTTON MAIN BUTTON 15 Learning Method 16 Learning Method The RF20 can actually `learn' commands from other remote controls (old or new), one-button-at-a-time, so it will never become obsolete. RF20 is the last remote you'll ever need! Just follow these simple steps: Learning Method STEP 1: Line-up the RF20 with the other remote control, head-to-head, one or two inches apart. STEP 3: STEP 2: On the RF20, press and hold the MAIN and ENT (Enter) buttons at the same time for approximately three seconds, until the word "SETUP" is displayed at the top of the LCD screen. This signals you are now in SETUP mode. IMPORTANT You now have 30 seconds to perform the next step while you are in SETUP mode. If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, SETUP will disappear from the screen, signaling that you have exited setup mode and you will need to start over. Press the LEARN display button on the LCD screen. The top of the screen will change to "LEARN" and display the five Components from Page 1 of the MAIN menu. STEP 4: Select the Component you want to teach commands to by pressing that Component display button on the LCD screen (in this example, TV). The top of the TV screen will change to "TV". To display Page 2 of the MAIN menu that lists an additional five Components, simply press the PAGE ( ) ( ) buttons. NOTE: If you want to teach any command to a Component button, press the desired Component display button once the top of the screen displays "MAIN", by pressing the PAGE button.The top of the screen wil change to "READY". Then go to STEP 6. BASIC SETUP BASIC SETUP MAIN BUTTON ENTER BUTTON LEARN BUTTON 17 Learning Method 18 Learning Method STEP 5: Press any button on the RF20 that you want to teach a command to. The top of the screen will change to "READY" and the bottom of the screen will display the button name you pressed. STEP 7: Now, continue to teach the RF20 any other commands from your other remotes by repeating STEPS 4 through 6 (to go back to STEP 4, simply press MAIN once). NOTE: Test all your new commands. If any of them don't work, try the Learning Method again, following these suggestions: Some additional Information regarding the Learning Process: · Learned functions override any existing pre-programmed functions on the remote control. · All buttons can be learned except for the PAGE, MAIN and LIGHT buttons. · Learned functions are automatically erased when a new function is learned on the same button. · Learned functions are retained even after a different Setup Code Number is programmed into the remote. · To return to an original pre-programmed function, a learned function must be erased. · Move to another room. Plasma TVs, sunlight, halogen or quartz lighting can interfere with the learning process. · Even though the old remote seems to be working fine, put in fresh alkaline batteries. · Gradually vary the distance between the remote controls. Try 1", 2" and so on, up to 4 feet. · Try tapping the button on your old remote instead of pressing and holding it during the learning process. NOTE: If you don't see the display button you would like to teach on the LCD screen, use the PAGE ( ) ( ) buttons. The only buttons you can't teach are the PAGE and MAIN buttons. STEP 8: STEP 6: BASIC SETUP Press and hold the button on the other remote control that you want to `teach' to the RF20 until the LCD display on the RF20 changes to either "GOOD" or "FAILD". If the "GOOD" label appears on top of the display, you were successful. If the "FAILD" label appears on top of the display, try `teaching' the same button to the RF20 once again by repeating STEPS 5 and 6. Once you have completed teaching all the button commands to the RF20, return to normal operation by pressing the MAIN button twice. BASIC SETUP 19 Transmitting (Busy Signal) Icon 20 Transmitting (Busy Signal) Icon When a command is being transmitted, an icon will appear in the upper right corner of the LCD screen. This indicates that a signal is being sent. This is particularly useful when setting up Macros and FAVs, since it flashes with every step of a sequence of commands. Customizing Your RF20 with Special Advanced Features After you've finished all your basic setup, you can choose to make operation easier by customizing the RF20 just the way you want, using the Special Advanced Setup Features described in this section. Customizing the LCD Screen Customizing the LCD Screen You can easily edit or change the name of any of the display buttons (including Favorite Channels) on the LCD screen by following these steps: CHILD LOCK FEATURE This `child-lock' feature prevents the unauthorized use of the remote control by children. It blocks all operations of the remote control. To Activate: Press the +10 and ENT (Enter) buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. The bottom of the LCD will blink "LOCKED" three times and then display "LOCKED". To Return to Normal Operation: Press the +10 and ENT (Enter) buttons simultaneously again for 3 seconds. The LCD will display the last use mode. STEP 1: Press and hold the MAIN and ENT (Enter) buttons at the same time for approximately 3 seconds, until the word "SETUP" is displayed at the top of the LCD screen. This signals that you are now in setup mode. IMPORTANT:You now have 30 seconds to perform the next step while you are in SETUP mode. If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, SETUP will disappear from the screen, signaling that you have exited setup mode and you will need to start over. STEP 3: Press the TEXT display button. The screen will display the list of Components and "EDIT" will appear at the top of the screen. STEP 4: Navigate to the Component and page where there is a button label you want to EDIT, selecting between the FAV, MAIN, COMPONENT display buttons; then using the PAGE button. NOTE: If you wish to change the name of a Component button, press the Page ( ) Up button twice.The top of the display will change to MAIN, and you can navigate to MAIN page 1 or page 2 before going on to Step 5. STEP 2: CUSTOMIZING BASIC SETUP Press the EDIT display button. The LCD display will change to the EDIT menu. 21 Customizing the LCD Screen 22 Customizing the LCD Screen STEP 5: Press the button you wish to edit. The first character space of your button label will start to blink. STEP 6: Change the character by using any of the number keys. Each press of the same number button selects the next character of that number's group, as shown in the diagram below. STEP 7: Once the character you want appears, move to the next space by pressing the Right cursor button. STEP 8: UP CURSOR Button deletes all text LEFT CURSOR Moves blinking character left When you are finished editing the button, press the button you edited and "SAVED" will flash at the bottom of the display. To change any other button labels on the same Component, press the next button, then repeat steps 6-8. If you wish to edit a button on another Component, press the MAIN button once, then repeat Steps 4-8. DOWN CURSOR deletes the currently blinking character CUSTOMIZING RIGHT CURSOR Moves blinking character right CUSTOMIZING BLINKING CHARACTER STEP 9: Once you've finished editing buttons, press the MAIN button four times to return to normal operation. 23 Favorite Channel Setup 24 Favorite Channel Setup This is one of RF20's most desirable features. Once it's set up, you can select up to 40 favorite channels with the press of a button - without the need to remember or type in a channel number. Let the channel surfing begin! To access Favorite Channel listings, simply press the FAV button to display Page 1 of Favorite Channel listings. There are eight pages of Favorite Channels, with five Channels on each page, for a total of 40 Channels. Just use the PAGE ( ) ( ) buttons to locate the Channel you want to setup. Each Channel can be setup to be instantly selected with the press of one button. To setup a Favorite Channel button, follow these steps: Press and hold the MAIN and ENT (Enter) buttons at the same time for approximately 3 seconds, until the word "SETUP" is displayed at the top of the LCD screen. This signals that you are now in setup mode. IMPORTANT: You now have 30 seconds to perform the next step while you are in SETUP mode. If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, SETUP will disappear from the screen, signaling that you have exited setup mode and you will need to start over. Favorite Channel Setup STEP 3: STEP 1: STEP 2: Press the FAV display button. The top of the display will show "FAV". The bottom of the display will flash "SELECT" Use the PAGE ( ) ( ) buttons until you locate the name (i.e.,ABC, CBS, NBC) of the favorite channel you want to setup. STEP 5: Press either the TV, SAT or CABLE Component button (select the Component you use to enter channel numbers). STEP 6: STEP 4: Press the favorite channel display button you want to setup. The top of the screen will change to show the channel name. The bottom of the screen displays "STEP0", indicating that you have not entered the channel number yet. Press each of the number buttons for the channel. Note: If a number is repeated when setting the channel (for example, channel "33" or "522"), it is usually best to set a half second delay in between the identical numbers by pressing the (II) PAUSE button. Each press of the PAUSE button increases the delay by a half second. CUSTOMIZING CUSTOMIZING FAV BUTTON PAUSE BUTTON NOTE: Some brands of television require an ENT (Enter) command after the channel numbers. 25 Favorite Channel Setup 26 MacroPowerTM Setup MacroPowerTM is a unique feature that enables you to turn all of your Components ON or OFF, at the same time, simply with the press of one button. We call that a "Macro". What would normally take multiple remotes and button pushes, the RF20 can accomplish with the press of one button. In addition to the Power ON or OFF buttons, any of the Display buttons (on any Component or Page) can be set to be Macro buttons as well. Feel the power! To setup a Power ON macro button that will turn ON several components at the same time (for example, TV, VCR and CABLE), follow these easy steps: STEP 7: Press the LIGHT button after you enter the channel number. A new screen appears displaying SAVE, UNDO or EXIT. MacroPowerTM Setup STEP 9: When you are finished setting up Favorite Channel buttons, press the MAIN button twice to return to normal operation. STEP 1: STEP 8: To save the channel you entered, press the SAVE display button. The UNDO display button lets you erase the last entry. The EXIT display button erases all entries for this button. Press and hold the MAIN and ENT (Enter) buttons at the same time for approximately 3 seconds, until the word "SETUP" is displayed at the top of the LCD touch screen. This signals that you are now in setup mode. IMPORTANT: You now have 30 seconds to perform the next step while you are in SETUP mode. If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, SETUP will disappear from the screen, signaling that you have exited setup mode and you will need to start over. STEP 4: Press the first component display button you want the Macro to turn on (in this example, TV) and "TV" will display at the top of the screen and "STEP 1" at the bottom. STEP 5: STEP 2: CUSTOMIZING SAVE BUTTON Press the MACRO display button on the LCD screen. The top of the screen will display "MACRO". The bottom of the display will flash "SELECT". Then, press the ON button to confirm the command and "STEP 2" will display at the bottom of the screen. (NOTE: Whenever a button is pressed, another Macro step is counted and displayed at the bottom of the screen.) CUSTOMIZING STEP 6: STEP 3: Press the ON button. "ON" will display at the top of the LCD screen. "STEP0" will display at the bottom of the screen indicating that no macro steps have been entered yet. Now, press the MAIN button to return to the Main Component listing. ("STEP 3" will display at the bottom of the screen.)