Complete Control MX-980i Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Your System

With the MX-980i

This remote control was
Custom Programmed for you by:

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Custom Programming of a complex home theater and/or a multi­room system is one of the most challenging tasks within an
audio/video installation. It involves an intimate knowledge of how the
components interact and exact details on the proper sequences of
control.

Only a Complete Control dealer has the requisite experience and
training to quickly and effectively customize a remote control for
true automated operation.

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MX-980i OWNERS MANUAL

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Using the Color LCD & the Screen Buttons 1

Optional RF “No Rules” Operation 2

Connecting the Battery Pack 3

Using the Charging Base 4

Programming the MX-980i 4

Selecting a New “Activity” 5

Using the MX-980i to Control an “Activity” 6

Displaying the Setup Screens 7

Main Settings Menu 8

Adjusting the Display 8

Sound Volume 9

System Settings Menu 9

Information Menu 10

Setting Time 10

Limited Warranty Statement 11

End User Agreement 13

Specifications 14

Regulatory Information to the user 15

Precautions and Information Concerning
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries 16

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Congratulations!

You’ve purchased a unique synthesis of hardware and software engi­neering, the Complete Control MX-980i. The MX-980i achieves a mag­nificent combination of power and flexibility, simplifying and automat­ing operation of even the most complex system.

Automatic Backlighting

The integral motion sensor detects any movement of the remote con­trol and automatically backlights the screen. You do not have to
press any button to display the screen. Any movement of the MX­980i renews the backlighting.

Integrated Sound Signaling

The MX-980i incorporates a small speaker for beeps. Anytime you
press a button, the MX-980i signals that it has understood your
command with a beep sound.

Using the Color LCD and the Screen Buttons

The MX-980i is equipped with a
bright easy to read LCD screen
which your installer will customize
for your system. The screen labels
the eight hard buttons (easy to find
by feel) positioned on either side of
the screen. Normally, the screen is
“split” so each button is allocated
to a specific function (as shown on
the right). This provides you with
the ability to see and operate up to
8 functions on a single screen.

However, your installer can com­bine two buttons to create a single
row that can be accessed by either
adjacent button. This simplifies
operation for the entire family and
enables convenient operation for
both left and right-handed users for
important functions you use fre­quently.

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Optional RF “No Rules” Operation

In combination with an MSC-400 Master System Controller, or an
RF Base Station, the MX-980i can control your system without being
in line-of-sight of the equipment.

The MSC-400 enhances the capabilities of the MX-980i by storing and
issuing Smart Macros to your main system components. It is triggered
by RF Smart Macro commands via RF (radio frequency). In addition,
your MX-980i can control components in secondary rooms and systems
via MRF-350i or MRF-260i RF base stations

3. The MSC-400 can control IR, RS232 and Relay controlled
devices.

2. The RFX-250i RF Sensor can be freely
positioned for optimal reception.

1. The MX-980i sends radio
waves in every direction, so
you don’t have to point the
remote anymore!

4. Self-adhesive “Flashers” affix to the
Infrared sensors on the front panels of
your components. Uniquely, all Complete
Control base stations can also connect to
components with rear panel IR Inputs via
adjustable IR Line Outputs. The MSC-400
offers RS-232 control via rear panel con­nections as well.

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Open the battery cover by
depressing the release and
pulling back the cover on the
back of the control. Remove
the cover.

Observe the three contacts for
the battery at the bottom left of
the battery compartment.

Observe the contacts on the
battery

First, angle the battery so that
the contacts connect to the
contacts inside the battery
compartment. Then let the
base of the battery down.
Apply gentle pressure against
the spring action of the con­tacts to fit the battery into
place.

Now, replace the battery cover.

Connecting the Battery Pack