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FEATURES: Your Radio Shack 6-in-1 Remote Control lets you operate almost any
FEATURES:
Your Radio Shack 6-in-1 Remote Control lets you operate almost any
infrared device in your home. The 6-in-1 Remote Control can replace up
to six standard remote controls. Unlike some universal remote controls,
the 6-in-1 is pre-programmed and does not have to learn its commands from
the original remote controls. All you have to do is enter the 3-digit
code for each infrared remote control device you want to operate. The 6-
in-1 Remote Control is automatically ready to operate most of the same
functions as the original remote controls.
The 6-in-1 Remote Control also has these features:
Powerful Infrared Beam - Lets you operate your remote control devices
from a greater distance than many original remote controls.
Convenient Keypad Design - Means each control key is in the perfect
position for easy operation.
Lighted Keypad - Lets you use the 6-in-1 even in a dark or dimly lit
room.
Plug 'n Power Functions - Allow you to operate your Plug'n Power
modules.
Toll-Free Upgrading - Call our toll-free Radio Shack 6-in-1 set-up line
at 1-800-950-7044 and we will upgrade your remote control over the phone.
You need four AAA batteries (not supplied) to power your remote control.
This manual includes a list of 3-digit manufacturer's codes for TVs,
VCRs, cable converters, compact disc players, satellites, and other
popular remote controlled devices.
HOW THE 6-IN-1 REMOTE CONTROL WORKS:
Before you begin to use the 6-in-1 Remote Control, it is helpful to
understand a little about how it works nothing technical, only an idea
of what you can expect from the 6-in-1 Remote Control and its different
groups of keys.
When you set up the 6-in-1 Remote Control, its command keys work like the
keys on your original remote controls. For example, a key labeled POWER
ON/OFF is equivalent to the 6-in-1 Remote Control's PWR key. Your Radio Shack 6-in-1 Remote Control was designed with the functions
used most often to operate TV, VCR, cable converter, CD player, satellite
receiver, and audio equipment.
KEY/FUNCTION:
[VCR][AUX 1]
[TV][AUX 2]
[CBL][CD]
[PLUG 'N POWER]
Use these device keys when you set up the 6-in-1 to replace your original
remote controls. You also use the device keys during normal operation to
tell the 6-in-1 which device you want to control.
[A/B]
A/B operates the same as the A/B key on your original remote control.
[Light Bulb Symbol]
Illuminates your keypad for use in dark or dimly lit rooms.
[SETUP]
Used in setting up your devices.
[PWR][LAST]
[ENTER][MUTE-ALL/OFF]
[VOL-BRT][CH-ON]
[VOL-DIM][CH-OFF]
These keys, as well as the digit keys, operate the same as the keys on
your original remote control.
[SCAN]
Allows you to easily browse through channels on your TV, VCR, or cable
box.
[PROG][TV/VCR][DISPLAY]
[AUDIO SEQ][VIDEO SEQ]
These keys operate the same as the keys on your original remote control.
[SURROUND][SHIFT]
These keys are for special SEQUENCES that you set up.
[>PLAY-FRONT][>>FF-RIGHT]
These keys are for controlling your Surround Sound system and other
similar devices.
[STOP-REAR][<<REW-LEFT]
[RECORD][PAUSE] These keys control VCR functions. In addition, these keys are used to
select options and navigate in your Surround Sound system, satellite
system, or other similar devices.
Notes:
The remote control's red indicator light comes on when you press a key,
and blinks when you have entered a feature or manufacturer's code.
Whenever you use RECORD on the remote control, you must press it twice.
This safety feature helps you avoid accidentally erasing audio or video
tapes.
If you use the 6-in-1 Remote control to replace extremely complex
remote controls, the 6-in-1 might not be able to duplicate some of your
original remote control's seldom-used functions, but it can duplicate all
of the most commonly used functions on the original.
PREPARATION:
INSTALLING BATTERIES:
You need four AAA batteries to power your remote control. We recommend
alkaline batteries, such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 23-555.
1. Press the battery compartment cover tab and lift off the cover.
2. Install four AAA alkaline batteries as indicated by the polarity
symbols marked in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
Note:
Do not place objects on top of the remote control after you have
installed the batteries. This can press keys for an extended period of
time and reduce battery life.
When the 6-in-1 Remote Controls range decreases or it operates
erratically, replace the batteries.
Note:
Although the 6-in-1 has a built in memory backup, we recommend you have
fresh batteries ready to install as soon as you remove the old.
USING THE (Symbol) KEY: The backlight lets you see the keys on your 6-in-1 in the dark. Press
(Symbol) to light the keys. Also, every time you press a key, the 6-in-1
lights up and stays lit for about 5 seconds.
To turn off the light, press (Symbol) again.
SETTING UP YOUR REMOTE CONTROL:
1. Refer to "Manufacturer's Codes" on Faxback Doc. #36485 and write down
the codes for your original remote controls.
Note:
Some manufacturers have several possible codes listed. Try each until
you find the correct code. See "Operation" on Faxback Doc. # 38051 if
you need help.
2. Press the device key for the type of remote you are replacing (CD,
VCR, CBL, TV, AUX 1 or AUX 2).
3. Press and hold SET UP until the red indicator light blinks twice, then
release it. Enter the 3-digit code.
For example, to replace a TV's remote control (manufacturer's setup code
154), press:
TV - SET UP 1 - 5 - 4
4. When the red indicator light blinks twice again, the 6-in-1 has
accepted the code.
5. Point the 6-in-1 Remote Control at your device and press PWR (or CH/ON
for some cable boxes). Your device should turn off (or on, if it was
off).
If the remote does not operate your device, try the other codes listed in
the "Manufacturer's Codes" for your brand of TV, VCR, cable converter, or
other devices.
Repeat Steps 2-5 for additional devices.
Note:
The punch-through feature (see "Operation" on Faxback Doc. #38051) is
automatically turned on for the TV's volume and mute controls. This
means that when you select cable, for example, and press one of the
volume keys or the mute key, the remote actually sends that function to
the television, not the cable converter. If you want to use your cable
converter's volume and mute controls, disable the punch-through feature
for these keys. USING TWO OR MORE SIMILAR DEVICES:
Each of the 6-in-1 Remote Control's device keys are preset to control a
particular type of device:
TV - TVs only.
CBL - Cable converters, satellite receivers and video accessories.
VCR - VCRs, TV/VCR combinations, laser disc players, cassette decks and
digital audio tape decks.
CD - CD players, amplifiers, tuners, receivers, and miscellaneous audio
products.
AUX1 - VCRs, laser disc players, cassette decks, and digital audio tape
decks.
AUX2 - Cable converters, satellite receivers, and video accessories.
Plug n' Power - Plug 'n Power or X-10 home automation devices.
Normally, you program each key for one of its listed devices. However,
if you have two or more of the same type of device (two TVs, two VCRs,
and so on) you can convert any unused key (TV, CBL, CD, VCR, AUX 1, or
AUX2) to control another type of device.
1. Press SET UP until the red indicator light blinks twice.
2. Press 9 - 9 - 2. The red indicator light blinks twice. Press the key
for the type of device you have two of, then the unused device key you
want to convert. The red indicator light blinks twice again.
For example, to convert an unused CBL key into a second VCR key:
SET UP - 9 - 9 - 2 - VCR - CBL
To change the CBL key back to its original function, use the following
sequence of keystrokes.
SET UP - 9 - 9 - 2 - CBL CBL
OPERATION:
To use the 6-in-1 Remote Control, do the following: 1. Press the device key for the device you want to operate, then point
the 6-in-1 at the device and press PWR (or CH + for some cable
converters) to turn the device on.
2. Repeat Step 1 for all other devices you want to operate.
3. Point the 6-in-1 Remote Control toward the device you want to control,
then press the appropriate device key and the desired command keys.
Note:
The command keys on the 6-in-1 Remote Control work the same as the keys
on the original remote control; however, the labeling might differ
slightly.
4. To turn off the last device you selected, press PWER. To turn off
other devices, press the device key for the device you wish to turn off
and then press PWR.
CONTROLLING LIGHTS AND APPLIANCES:
The Plug 'n Power feature allows you to control lamps and appliances with
your 6-in-1 Remote Control and an IR Command Console. You will need Plug
'n Power light modules and appliance modules plus an IR Command Console
(all available through your local Radio Shack store) to use this feature.
Follow these steps to control Plug 'n Power modules with the 6-in-1
Remote Control and an IR Command Console.
1. Set the house code dial on top of your IR Command Console to the same
letter as your Plug'n Power modules.
2. Set the bank switch on your IR Command Console for the group of
modules you want to control (1-4 or 5-8).
3. Pr