GE RM94940 User Manual

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RM94940

Universal

Remote Control

INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

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Thank you for purchasing the GE Universal Remote Control. This product is designed to provide years of service operating a wide variety of video and audio equipment.

Please retain this guide for future reference.

Table of Contents

Install the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Button Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Learning Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Clearing a Learned Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Clearing All Learned Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Programming for TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Programming for VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Programming For DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Programming For DBS System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Programming For Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Programming For CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Programming For AUX 1 or AUX 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Sleep Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Programming With Code Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Identifying Codes For Your Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16

Device Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-39

This Universal Remote Control is already programmed for most GE, RCA and ProScan TVs, VCRs, DBS Systems, DVD Players, and Audio/Video Receivers. NOTE: For users of GE, RCA and ProScan DBS Products, older DBS models require that the DISPLAY Button on this remote be used to make program selections. Use the SELECT Button for making program selections on newer GE, RCAand ProScan DBS models.

Battery Installation

Your Universal Remote Control requires 2 AAA alkaline batteries. To install the batteries:

1. Turn the remote over and push down on the cover and slide it off.

2. Insert the batteries, matching the batteries to the (+) mark inside the battery case.

3. Slide the battery cover back into place. NOTE: Programmed codes will remain in memory for a short period of time allowing for battery replacement. If batteries have been dead for a prolonged period of time, reprogramming may be required.

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Button Description

INDICATOR LIGHT

The Indicator Light flashes to show that the remote is working.

ON•OFF

The ON•OFF button operates the same as your original remote. NOTE: Some GE, RCA and ProScan models require you to press the device button to turn the device on and the ON•OFF button to turn the device off.

L E A R N

The Learn button allows you to “record” and “delete” “learned” functions from the original or other remote controls.

T V, VCR, DVD, CD, AUX 1, AUX 2, CBL/SAT

These buttons are used to select the device you want to control.

VOL & CHAN

The VOL ( Volume) and CHAN (Channel) buttons i n c rease or decrease the channel numbers or volume.The CHANNEL buttons also control the SKIP functions for DVD and CD Player.

MUTE

Mutes volume on the TV.

PREV CH

The PREV CH button allows you to go to the previous channel you selected. Operates the same as Last Channel, Go Back or Recall on your original remote.

CODE SEARCH

Used to program the remote or to search through codes.

GUIDE

Brings up the on-screen TV program guide if your TV has that feature.

DISP

Display Button shows the date and the time if your TV or VCR has that feature.

NAVIGATION BUTTONS & SELECT

Used to move through on-screen menuing and guides. With some DBS models the DISP button should be used to select the highlighted item. Use the navigation buttons to move the highlighted choice up, down, left or right.

L1, L2, L3

The L1-L3 buttons are used for storing learned functions from the original or other remote controls.

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Brings up the Main Menu. If you already in the menu system, press SELECT to select a highlighted choice. Use the arrows buttons to move through the Menu Selection.

CLEAR

Removes the on screen display to return to normal viewing.

0-9

The number buttons operates the same as on your original remote, and are used for entering device codes.

ENTER

The ENTER button is used to complete channel selection for some brands of TV. It is also used to complete the code search process.

TV/VCR

The TV/VCR button operates the TV/VCR function of your TV.

REW, PLAY, FF, REC, STOP, PAUSE

These buttons operate the same as on your original VCR or remote. You must press the REC button twice to begin recording. The REW and FF buttons also control the Reverse and Forward functions for DVD and CD Player.

SLEEP

The SLEEP button allows you to set a time for you to turn off your TV automatically.

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Learning Function

The learning feature is used as a supplement to the standard preprogrammed library. The standard code library provides most of the functions needed, but you can add a small number of additional functions of your choice. Note: No functions may be stored under the LEARN, SLEEP, CODE SEARCH, MENU or any of the device buttons.

1. Place the 94940 remote control unit and the Original remote control unit so that they face each other. They should not be any more than 2 inches apart.

2. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH button until the INDICATOR LIGHT lights, then release the CODESEARCH button.

3. Press and release the desired Mode

button (TV, VCR, CABLE, SAT, etc. . . .)

The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink off once button press is accepted.

4. Press and release the LEARN button.

5. Press and release the valid button to be learned on the 94940 remote in which you will store a new function. The L1, L2, L3 or other functions keys may be used in this programming mode.

6. Press and hold the button on the original remote control until INDICATORLIGHT on the 94940 remote blinks once. Once the INDICATORLIGHT blinks you may continue with the next function.

If there is error in learning the new func-

tion the INDICATOR LIGHT will flash for 3 seconds but remain in the learning mode. Return to step 5 if the INDICATORLIGHT flashed.

NOTE: Hold the function key on your original remote for at least 3 seconds for the command to be successfully learned.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to store more functions.

8. Once the selected functions are stored press the CODESEARCH button and the remote will return to original operation mode.

2 inches

CD CBL/SAT

LEARN

L1 L2 L3

BLINK

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Clearing A Learned Button

To clear a learned button sequence, use the procedure below. Note: No functions may be stored under the LEARN, SLEEP, CODE SEARCHor any of the device buttons.

1. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH button until the INDICATORLIGHT lights, then release the CODESEARCH button.

2. Press an release the desired Mode button (TV, VCR, CABLE,SAT, etc. . . ). The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink off once the button press is accepted.

3. Press and release the LEARN button twice. The INDICATOR LIGHT will light off once the button press is accepted.

4. Press and release the CODESEARCH button and the remote will return to original operation mode. All learned command functions under the device are now cleared.

CD CBL/SAT

AUX

LEARN

Clearing All Learned Buttons

This procedure will erase all learned functions in every device mode. This step is recommended when attempting any learning of a new function from a new remote.

1. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH button until the INDICATOR LIGHT lights, then release the CODESEARCH button.

2. Press and release the LEARN button twice. The INDICATOR LIGHT will light off once the button press is accepted.

3. Press and release the CODE SEARCH button and the remote will return to original operation mode. All learned command entries are now cleared.

LEARN

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Programming For TV

Most GE, RCAand ProScan TVs will not require programming. Check to see if your TV responds to the remote before you begin programming.

1. Manually turn on the TV. Find the three digit code for your TV in the code list at the back of the instructions.

2. Press and hold the CODESEARCH button until the INDICATOR LIGHT lights, then release the CODE SEARCH button.

3. Press and release the TV button (The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink then remain lit.

4. Enter the code using the Number Buttons. After your code is entered, the INDICATOR LIGHT will turn off. If the code is not valid, the INDICATOR LIGHT will blink. Check the code list and repeat process.

5. Aim the remote at your TV and press the ON•OFF button. Your TV should turn off.

NOTE: If your TV does not respond, try all the codes for your brand. If the codes do not work, or your brand is not listed, try the Code Search method on Page 12.

6. With your TV on, press CHAN+ (CHANNELUP). If the TV responds, no further programming is required.

7. Enter your code here for easy reference.

TV CODE LIST

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Programming For VCR

Most GE, RCAand ProScan VCRs will not require programming. Check to see if your VCR responds to the remote before you begin programming.

1. Manually turn on the VCR. Find the three digit code for your VCR at the back of the instructions.

2. Press and hold the CODESEARCH button until the INDICATOR LIGHT lights, then release the CODE SEARCH button.

3. Press and release the VCR button (The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink then remain lit.

5. Aim the remote at your VCR and press the ON•OFF button. Your VCR should turn off.

NOTE: If your VCR does not respond, try all the codes for your brand. If the codes do not work, or your brand is not listed, try the Code Search method on Page 12.

6. With your VCR on, press CHAN+ (CHANNEL UP). If the VCR responds, no further programming is required.

7. Enter your code here for easy reference.

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Programming For DVD

Most GE, RCAand ProScan DVD systems will not require programming. Check to see if your DVD system responds to the remote before you begin programming.

1. Manually turn on the DVD system. Find the three digit code for your DVD system at the back of the instructions.

2. Press and hold the CODESEARCH button until the INDICATOR LIGHT lights, then release the CODE SEARCH button.

3. Press and release the DVD button (The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink then remain lit.

5. Aim the remote at your DVD system and press the ON•OFF button. Your DVD system should turn off.

6. If the DVD System responds, no further programming is required.

NOTE: If your DVD does not respond, try all the

codes for your brand. If the codes do not work, or your brand is not listed, try the Code Search method on Page 12.

7. Enter your code here for easy reference.

CODELIST

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Programming For DBS Satellite System

Most GE, RCAand ProScan Satellite systems will not require programming. Check to see if your DBS Satellite system responds to the remote before you begin programming.

1. Manually turn on the DBS system. Find the three

digit code for your DBS system at the back of the instructions.

2. Press and hold the

CODESEARCH button until the INDICATOR LIGHT lights, then release the CODE SEARCH button.

3. Press and release the

CBL/SAT button (The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink then remain lit.

4. Enter the code using the

Number Buttons. After your code is entered, the INDICATOR LIGHT will turn off. If the code is not valid, the INDICATOR LIGHT will blink. Check the code list and repeat process.

5. Aim the remote at your

DBS system and press the ON•OFF button. Your DBS system should turn off.

6. With your DBS System

on, press CHAN+ (CHANNELUP). If the satellite system responds, no further programming is required.

NOTE: If your DBS system does not respond, try all the codes for your brand. If the codes do not work, or your brand is not listed, try the Code Search method on Page 12.

7. Enter your code here

for easy reference.

CBL/SAT

CBL/SAT CODE

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Programming For Cable

1. Manually turn on the Cable Box. Find the three

digit code for your Cable Box at the back of the instructions.

2. Press and hold the

CODESEARCH button until the INDICATOR LIGHT lights, then release the CODE SEARCH button.

3. Press and release

the CBL/SAT button (The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink then remain lit.

4. Enter the code

using the Number Buttons. After your code is entered, the INDICATOR LIGHT will turn off. If the code is not valid, the INDICATOR LIGHT will blink. Check the code list and repeat process.

5. Aim the remote at

your CABLE and press the ON•OFF button. Your CABLE should turn off.

6. With your Cable

Box on, press CHAN+ (CHANNELUP). If the Cable Box responds, no further programming is required.

NOTE: If your Cable Box does not respond, try all the

codes for your brand. If the codes do not work, or your brand is not listed, try the Code Search method on Page 12.

CBL/SAT

7. Enter your code here for easy reference.

CABLE BOX

CODE LIST

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Programming For CD

1. Manually turn on the CD player. Find the three digit code for your CD player you wish to control at the back of the instructions.

2. Press and hold the CODESEARCH button until the INDICATOR LIGHT lights, then release the CODE SEARCH button.

3. Press and release the CD button (The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink then remain lit.

5. Aim the remote at the device you wish to control and press the ON•OFF button. The device should turn off.

6. With your device on, press CHAN+ (Channel Up). If the device responds, no further programming is required.

NOTE: If your device does not respond, try all the codes for your brand. If the codes do not work, or your brand is not listed, try the Code Search method on Page 12.

7. Enter your code and the type of device you programmed here for easy reference.

CD CODE

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