Universal Electronics UR9964 OneForAll North America Kameleon 8 Device RF 2004 User Manual Part 1

Universal Electronics Inc OneForAll North America Kameleon 8 Device RF 2004 Users Manual Part 1

Users Manual Part 1

8-DeviceUniversal Remote ControlWith IR/RF Base StationURC-9964B00User’s GuideOFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 1 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
KAMELEON 8-DEVICE REMOTE2 Table of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4How Kameleon™ Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Features And Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Key Charts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Device Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Adjusting The Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Adjusting Brightness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Adjusting How Long The Screen Light is On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Setting the Vibration Switch . . . . . . . . .15Programming Device Control . . . . . . . . . .15Programming Combo Device Control . . . .17Searching For Your Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Checking The Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Using The Home Theater Mode . . . . . . . . .21Control Organization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Programming The Home Theater Mode22Using the IR/RF Base Station. . . . . . . . . . .24Setting Up the IR/RF Base Station . . . .24Adding the IR Signal Extension Cord . .26Optimizing IR/RF Base Station Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Changing Volume Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Using Macros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Programming a Favorite Channel Macro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Programming a Master Power Macro in the Home Theater Mode . . . . . . . . . . . .32Clearing a Macro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Using Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Learning Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Programming a Learning Key . . . . . . . .34Deleting a Single Learning Key. . . . . . .35Deleting All Learned Keys in a Specific Mode.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Reassigning Device Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Using Keymover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Programming Keymover . . . . . . . . . . . .38Restoring a Single Keymoved Key . . . .39Restoring All Keymoved Keys in a Single Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Using Channel Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Programming Favorite Channel Scan . . . .41Restoring Factory Default Settings. . . . . .42Clearing All Custom Programming . . . . . . 43Manufacturer’s Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44Setup Codes for Audio Amplifiers. . . . .44Setup Codes for Audio Receivers. . . . .44Setup Codes for Cable Boxes . . . . . . . . 45Setup Codes for CD Players . . . . . . . . . 46Setup Codes for DVD Players . . . . . . . . 46Setup Codes for DVD Player/PVR Combos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Setup Codes for DVD Player/VCR Combos (DVD Codes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47Setup Codes for Home Automation . . . 48Setup Codes for Home-Theater-in-a-Box Systems (Receiver Codes) . . . . . . . . . .48Setup Codes for Mini-Disc Players. . . .48Setup Codes for PVRs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Setup Codes for Satellite Receivers . .48Setup Codes for Satellite Receivers/PVR Combos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Setup Codes for TVs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Setup Codes for TV/DVD Player Combos (TV Codes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51Setup Codes for TV/VCR Combos (TV Codes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52Setup Codes for TV/VCR/DVD Player Combos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Setup Codes for VCRs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Setup Codes for Video Accessories . . . 55About Upgrading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Upgrade Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Upgrade Exclusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Device Menu Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73Compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74Battery Use And Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75About Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75Additional Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76OFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 2 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
USER’S GUIDEIntroduction 3INTRODUCTIONThe OFA Kameleon™ 8-Device Remote with RF (URC-9964B00) is a revolutionary universal remote control that uses Universal Electronics’ Kameleon Technology. Moreover, it allows you to consolidate the clutter of all of your original remote controls into one easy-to-use product.Advanced features include:•Kameleon Technology – dynamic menu screens that respond to device selection and illuminate only active keys•Home Theater Mode – a custom mode that groups the most-often-used keys together for operating convenience in one mode•Macros – for instant activation of favorite key sequences•Learning – 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•Direct Code Setup – for easy device programming with setup codes•Innovative Code Search – allows setup of your devices without looking up codes• IR/RF Base station–for extended remote control signal range•Favorite Channel Scan – for easy channel surfing of favorite channels•Volu m e L o c k – to assign volume controls to individual devices or to one global device•Extensive Code Library – largest and most efficient group of IR remote control codes for virtually every current brand and make•Upgradeability – our unique telephone upgrade system ensures your remote control always has the latest setup codes when adding new devices in the futureAfter installing four (4) new AAA alkaline batteries (not included, see next page), you can immediately use the unit to control a Motorola Cable Box, a Toshiba DVD Player, a Philips Tivo PVR (DVR), a Pioneer CD Player and Audio Receiver, and a RCA TV,VCR, and Satellite Receiver. To control other brands than the default ones, see Programming Device Control on page 15.OFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 3 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
KAMELEON 8-DEVICE REMOTE WITH RF4 Installing BatteriesINSTALLING BATTERIES1. On the remote control’s back, push the tab and lift off the battery cover.2. Obtain four (4) new AAA alkaline batteries. Match the + and – marks on the batteries to the + and – marks in the battery case, then insert the new batteries.3. Press the battery cover back into place. The tab should click when the cover is locked.4. Once the batteries are inserted correctly, press anywhere in the middle part of the screen. The display will turn on and show all keys. If a key is not pressed after the display turns on, the display will turn off. The display can be turned on by moving the unit or by pressing on the center of the screen.❶❸❷NOTE: The two bottom segments of the IR indicator flash when the batteries are running low. The batteries need replacement if one of the following conditions occurs:1. Pressing any key turns on all keys and icons.2. The vibration switch no longer activates the display (if the vibration switch feature is still enabled).3. Pressing a key while the screen is off causes all of the keys and icons to turn on. See “Battery Use And Safety” on page 75 for additional information.OFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 4 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
USER’S GUIDEHow Kameleon™ Works 5HOW KAMELEON™ WORKSKameleon™ allows wireless controllers to dynamically change their appearance and functionality, to match the home entertainment environment.Moreover, this technology provides unparalleled ease-of-use and superior control by delivering a uniquely intuitive, graphical interface that intelligently illuminates only the active keys.The OFA Kameleon 8-Device Remote with RF uses Kameleon technology to provide the versatility of an LCD remote control with the feel of a traditional push button unit. The result is a stunning, bright display with engaging animation and touch-sensitive graphics for the user.The remote control includes convenient Menu Driven programming.The displays are divided into two types of interactive screens: Device Menus for normal remote control use, and Programming Menus for feature setup.Acting like its namesake, Kameleon changes the Device Menu for the device being selected. For example, selecting TV displays a main menu that contains channel selection, volume control, and a keypad.However, selecting a DVD player still displays a menu with those same keys as the TV, but now navigation keys and transport controls are added for the DVD device.Several devices have additional menus that can be accessed using SCROLL (see Device Menu Screens, starting on page 60. For example, TV has three menus: a main menu with keys for a general purpose TV, a second menu screen that adds navigation keys and removes FORMAT, INPUT and ENTER keys, and a third menu screen that adds INPUT, ENTER, and PIP keys. Depending on desired features, a user has the flexibility to use any menu screen that works best for the selected device.NOTE: The CD, DVD, and PVR modes do not have additional menu screens even though SCROLL is displayed.Animated key graphics also provided enhanced operational feedback, so the user can easily see what mode is active and when the commands are communicating with a device. The end result of Kameleon technology is a simple, elegant, and intelligent way of organizing a large number of remote control keys for eight different devices in a relatively small case.OFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 5 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
KAMELEON 8-DEVICE REMOTE WITH RF6 Features And FunctionsFEATURES AND FUNCTIONSUse the illustration to the right to locate features on the OFA Kameleon 8-Device Remote with RF (URC-9960) and then refer to the Key Charts (starting on page 7) to learn how they function.NOTE: The illustration shows all remote control keys. In actual operation, only active keys used by the selected device are displayed and non-active keys are hidden.To find out what type of devices can be controlled by each device key after programming, see the Device Table on page 12.OFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 6 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
USER’S GUIDEFeatures And Functions 7KEY CHARTS.When a key is pressed, the IR Segments animate. Outgoing animation (see arrows) indicates the remote control is sending IR signals to a selected device. Incoming animation (see arrows) indicates the remote control is receiving IR signals from a device being learned (see Using Learning on page 33)Press a Device Key once to select a home entertainment device to control (e.g., DVD).When selected, the Device Key animates to indicate it is currently active.Also see the Device Table on page 12.After programming, press the Home Theater key once to select the home theater mode (see Using The Home Theater Mode on page 21). Press POWER once to turn on or off a selected device.During programming, the HOME key appears. Use it to exit the program screen or to return to the last-selected device key screen.In the AUX, CBL/SAT, and TV modes, use FAV to scan through all channels, or after programming, to scan through 10 favorite channels.In the AUX, CBL/SAT, TV, AUDIO, and VCR modes, use SCROLL to view additional key screens for the selected device.Use VOL !(or VOL ") to raise (or lower) the sound volume for the selected device (also see Changing Volume Lock on page 27).Press MUTE once to turn the sound off or on.OFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 7 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
KAMELEON 8-DEVICE REMOTE WITH RF8 Features And FunctionsIn the AUX and CBL/SAT modes, use PVR/VOD to access PVR/VOD programs (if available on your cable or satellite service).In the AUDIO mode, use PRESET to access preset stations on your audio device.In the TV mode, use FORMAT to change the aspect ratio or zoom (if feature is available on your TV).In the DVD or PVR mode, press REPLAY once to replay a DVD chapter or a recorded program on your PVR (or DVR).In the CBL/SAT and AUX modes, press SCROLL once to display REPLAY and then press REPLAY once to replay a VOD program (if available on your cable or satellite service).Use CH !(or CH ") to select the next higher (or lower) channel.In all modes except CD, DVD, and PVR, press LAST once to recall the last channel.In the PVR mode, use LAST to select live or recorded video.In the CD or DVD modes, press RAND to play random tracks or chapters.In the AUX and CBL/SAT modes, use PAGE+ or PAGE– to page up or down through channels in the program guide.In the DVD mode, press AUDIO once to access DVD audio formats (if available).In all modes except AUDIO, use GUIDE to display your selected device’s program guide or setup menu.In the AUDIO mode, use DSP to access DSP features (if available) on your audio device.Use INFO to display the current channel and program information.orOFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 8 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
USER’S GUIDEFeatures And Functions 9In the AUX, CBL/SAT, CD, DVD, and PVR modes, use the Cursor Keys to move the cursor in the program guide and menu screens.Use OK to choose options from your selected device’s menu or guide.In the TV or VCR mode, press SCROLL once to access the Cursor and OK Keys.In the AUDIO mode, press SCROLL twice to access the Cursor and OK Keys.In the AUDIO mode, use the Cursor Keys to move the cursor to select or test surround sound channels on your audio device.Also see VOL keys (above left).Use OK to choose options from your audio device’s menu or guide.Press MENU once to display your selected device’s main menu.Use EXIT to exit from your selected device’s guide or menu.In the DVD or AUDIO mode, press SUBTITLE once to display (or turn off) subtitles, if available on your DVD or audio device.In all modes except AUDIO, use the Number Keys (1 – 9 and 0) to directly select channels (e.g., 009 or 031) or enter numbers. In the AUDIO mode, use the Number Keys to directly select inputs 1 – 9 and 10. To enter channels in the AUDIO mode, press SCROLL three times to view channel Number Keys (see above)Use INPUT to change the input source for a selected device.For certain brands in all modes except CD and AUDIO, press ENTER once after entering numbers (if required on your original remote control).orOFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 9 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
KAMELEON 8-DEVICE REMOTE WITH RF10 Features And FunctionsFor CD or AUDIO modes, press SKIP once to skip to the next track on your audio device.After programming, press Macro Key 1 – 4 once to run a macro (see Using Macros on page 30).In the CD, DVD, AUDIO, and VCR modes, use the Transport Keys to control the device’s transport. In the PVR mode, use the LIVE Transport Keys to control PVR/DVR video. In the CBL/SAT or AUX mode, press SCROLL once to display and use the LIVE Transport Keys to control VOD (Video On Demand) if available on your cable/satellite service. In all modes except TV, press l twice to record a program on your device (if function is available).In the TV mode, press PIP once (or press SCROLL twice) to display the PIP Keys.Use them to control the following Picture-In-Picture features (if available) on your TV: Use PIP to switch the Picture-In-Picture feature on or off. Use SWAP to switch images and sound between the main and window pictures. Use SIZE to select a different picture window size. Press FREEZE once to capture a frame of video in the main picture. Press it again to resume normal viewing. Use MOVE to move the window picture to different places in the main picture.Use SETUP to enable the programming screen.orOFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 10 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
USER’S GUIDEFeatures And Functions 11In the program mode, use the Program Keys to personalize the remote control as follows: Use DEV SET to program your device codes.See Programming Device Control on page 15. Use SEARCH as an alternate way to set up a device by searching available codes. See Searching For Your Code on page 19. Use THEATER to create a custom mode with favorite remote control keys from different devices in your home theater system.See Using The Home Theater Mode on page 21. Use VOL (Volume Lock) to set volume controls for individual or global device use.See Changing Volume Lock on page 27. Use MACRO to program a series of commands on five available macro keys. See Using Macros on page 30. Use (Brightness) to adjust the brightness level of the EL display. See Adjusting Brightness on page 13. Use IR LRN and IR DEL to add and delete key functions learned from your original device remote controls.See Using Learning on page 33. Use MODE to reassign an unused device key to control a second device.See Reassigning Device Keys on page 37.Use OTHER to program other functions. See the Table of Contents on page 2 for sections on Checking The Codes, Programming Favorite Channel Scan, Using Keymover, or Upgrading.OFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 11 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
KAMELEON 8-DEVICE REMOTE WITH RF12 Features And FunctionsDEVICE TABLENOTE: Please refer to the table below when performing the instructions in “Programming Device Control” on page 15.After programming, the OFA Kameleon 8-Device Remote with RF will be able to control the following types of devices:Note: When programming a code, make sure that the correct mode key is selected, and that a valid code is programmed for that device (see controls these devices, above).DEVICE KEY CONTROLS THESE DEVICESVideo Accessory or second device (e.g., Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, DVD Player, etc.) by reassigning device keys (see Reassigning Device Keys on page 37)Cable Box (converter), Cable/DVR Combo, Satellite receiver, Satellite/PVR ComboCD Player, Mini Disc player or Home AutomationTelevision (including HDTV, Plasma and LCD), TV/DVD Combo (listed as TV Codes), TV/VCR Combo (listed as TV Codes).DVD players, Home-Theater-In-A-Box devices (listed as DVD codes), TV/DVD Player Combo, TV/DVD/VCR Player Combo, DVD/VCR Player Combo (listed as DVD Codes) or DVD/PVR ComboAudio Amplifier, Audio Receiver or Home-Theater-In-A-Box devices (listed as Receiver codes under Setup Codes For Audio Receivers on page 44)VCR, TV/VCR Combo (listed as VCR Codes) or VCR/DVD Combo (listed as VCR Codes)PVROFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 12 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
USER’S GUIDEAdjusting The Display 13ADJUSTING THE DISPLAYYour new remote has several ways to adjust the display for your comfort and best use.ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESSThe OFA Kameleon 8-Device Remote with RF has five levels of brightness adjustment and is set to the middle one at the factory. To increase or decrease the brightness, perform the following steps:NOTE: Increasing the brightness of the display can decrease battery life.1. Press and hold SETUP until the two bottom IR segments flash twice. The Program Keys appear.2. Press (Brightness) once.The Brightness programming screen appears:NOTE: . If the display turns off because of inactivity, you must start the programming sequence again by repeating this step.• To increase brightness, press ! one or more times.• To decrease brightness, press " one or more times.3. When the desired brightness is achieved, press HOME twice to exit programming and return to the last-selected device menu screen.NOTE: Otherwise, to program other features, press HOME only once to return to the Program Keys.OFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 13 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
KAMELEON 8-DEVICE REMOTE WITH RF14 Adjusting The DisplayADJUSTING HOW LONG THE SCREEN LIGHT IS ONThe OFA Kameleon 8-Device Remote with RF allows you to control how long the screen light remains on after the last button is pressed. The display-on time is set at the factory to run for about 8 seconds. To increase or decrease that time, perform the following steps:NOTE: Increasing the display on time can decrease battery life.1. Press and hold SETUP until the two bottom IR segments flash twice. The Program Keys appear.2. Press OTHER once.The Other programming screen appears: 5. Press HOME twice to exit programming and return to the last-selected device menu screen.NOTE: . If the display turns off because of inactivity, you must start the programming sequence again by repeating this step.3. Using the Number Keys, enter 9 7 8.The bottom two IR segments flash twice and display the Other screen again.4. Use the following table to choose the “light on” time:Press… …to set the light for14 seconds28 seconds312 seconds416 seconds520 secondsOFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 14 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM
USER’S GUIDEProgramming Device Control 15SETTING THE VIBRATION SWITCHThe OFA Kameleon 8-Device Remote with RF is set at the factory to turn the display on when you pick it up, before you even press a button (the vibration switch is on). To turn vibration off, perform the following steps.1. Press and hold SETUP until the two bottom IR segments flash twice. The Program Keys appear.2. Press OTHER once.The Other programming screen appears: PROGRAMMING DEVICE CONTROLThe OFA Kameleon 8-Device Remote with RF is preset at the factory to operate the following devices: NOTE: Turning off the vibration switch can significantly extend battery life. NOTE: If the display turns off because of inactivity, you must start the programming sequence again by repeating this step.3. Using the Number Keys, enter 9 8 5. The bottom two IR segments flash four times, to indicate vibration switch has been turned off.4. Press HOME twice to exit programming and return to the last-selected device menu screen.To turn vibration switch back on, repeat steps 1 to 4 above. Note that the bottom two IR segments flash twice (in step 3), to indicate that the vibration switch is back on. • Motorola Cable Box (using the AUX key)• Philips Tivo PVR (DVR)• Pioneer CD Player and Audio Receiver• RCA TV,VCR, and Satellite Receiver•Toshiba DVD PlayerOFA Kameleon wRF UG rev 3.fm Page 15 Monday, August 16, 2004 8:19 PM

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