Radio Shack 15-1925 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

Remote Control

Please read before using this equipment.

All Lts

SET UP

CD VCR CBL TV

AUX 1 AUX 2

123 456 78

PROG

SLEEP DISPLAY

AUDIO SEQ

SURROUND

RECORD

PAUSE

FRONT

TV/VCR

LASTENTER

PWR

SCAN

VOL

MUTE

VIDEO SEQ

SHIFT

Plug'n Power

Cat. No. 15-1925

6 in 1 IR/RF

Off

Brt

Dim

All Off

PLAY

STOP

REAR

RIGHTLEFT

FFREW

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FEATURES

Your RadioShack 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control comes with an RF command console that allows you to send commands to most IR (infrared)-controlled devices from any room in your home, up to 100 feet away. You can use it to control your TV, VCR, cable box, and even lights and appliances with Plug ’n Power modules (not supplied).

The 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control is preprogrammed. All you have to do is tell it which TV, VCR, or other component’s remote controls yo u want to replace (by entering 3-digit codes), and it is automatically ready to operate most of the same functions as the original remotes.

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.

The 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control’s feat ures include:

IR (Infrared) and RF (Radio-Frequenc mands

— use the remote control with the sys-

) Com-

tem’s RF command console to control your IR remote-controlled devices from up to 100 feet away, even through walls.

Reassi

nable Device Keys

— so you can control more than one of the same type of device (two VCRs, for example).

Fast Search

— when you control m ore than one of the same type of device, lets you quickly search all programmed ma nufacturers’ codes for that type of device until you find the code for th e specific device you want to use.

1997 Tandy Corporation.

RadioShack is a registered trademark used by

X-10 is a registered trademark of X-10 (USA) Inc.

Tandy Corporation.

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Channel Scan

— lets you scan through all the available channels on your TV, VCR, or cable box, stopping at each one for about 3 seconds.

Favorite Channel Scan

— lets you set up the remote to scan through a l ist of up to 10 channels you select.

Programmable Sequence Command

— lets you press a single key to send a set of commands.

Lighted Keypad

— lets you use the 6 in 1 even

in a dark or dimly lit room.

Plug ’n P ower Fu nctions

— allow you to operate your Plug ’n Power modules with your remote and an optional IR controller (RadioShack Unlimited No. 10037703).

Powerful Infrared Beam

— uses UHF radio frequencies to go through walls, so you can operate your remote-controlled devices from a greater distance than many original remote controls — up to 100 feet!

Convenient Keypad Design

— each key is in

the perfect position for easy operation.

Handy Reference Label

— provides a convenient place for you to write down the manufacturers’ codes for your remote-controlled devices.

Toll Free Support and Telephone Program-

— you can get expert hel p for your 6 in 1 IR/

ming

RF Remo te Control by calling

1-800-950-7044

You can even ha ve the m anuf acturer’s cod es for your remote-controlled devices pro- grammed into your remote control by phone!

You need four AAA batteries (not supplied)

Note:

to power your 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control.

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CONTENTS

How the System Works .......................................... 5

Preparation ............................................................. 7

Installing Batteries .............................................. 7

Setting Up the 6 In 1’s RF Comma nd Console .. 8

Lighting the Keys ............................................... 8

Setting Up Your Remote Control ........................ 9

Using Two or More Similar Devices ................. 10

Operation .............................................................. 12

Using the 6 In 1’s RF Command Consol e ........ 12

Channel Scan .................................................. 12

Favorite Channel Scan ............ ............ ............ 13

Setting Favor it e Channel Scan ............ .... 13

Using Favorite Channel Scan .................. 14

Clearing Favorit e Channel Scan .............. 14

Command Sequences ..................................... 15

Setting a Sequence ................................. 15

Erasing a Sequence ............... ................. 15

Punch-Through ............................................... 16

Using Punch-Through .............................. 16

Turn ing Punch-Through On and Off ......... 16

Using the Sleep Timer ...................................... 17

Controlling Lights and Appliances ................ .... 17

If You Have Problems .......................................... 20

Manual Code Search ....................................... 20

Determining the 3-Di git Code ............... .... 21

Troubleshooting ............................................... 22

Downloading Updated Code Information ......... 22

Fast Search ............................................ 24

Manufacturers’ Codes .......................................... 26

Audio Amplifiers ............................................... 26

Audio Amp/Tuners ............................................ 27

Audio Cassette ................................................. 29

Cable Converters ............................................. 31

CD Players ....................................................... 32

Home Automation ............................................ 36

Laser Disc Players ........................................... 36

Miscellaneous Audio ............................ ............ 37

Satellite Receivers ........................................... 37

Televisions ....................................................... 38

TV/VCR Combinations ..................................... 43

VCRs ................................................................ 43

Video Acce ssories .......... .......... ....................... 49

FCC Caution .......................................................... 50

Care and Maintenance ......................................... 51

Specifications ....................................................... 52

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HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS

Your RadioShack 6 in 1 I R/RF Remote Control was designed with the func tions used m os t often to operate TV, VCR, cable converter, CD player, satellite receiver, and audio equipment.

The 6 in 1 IR/RF Remot e Control comes with an RF command console, which receives radio frequency signals from the 6 in 1 and converts them into infrared signals to control your devices. The console is set up in the same room as the devices you want to control, but you can take the remote farther away, even into another room.

When you set up the 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control, its command keys work like the keys on your original remote controls. For example, the 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control’s on your original remote control which might be labeled POWER ON/OFF.

key works like a key

PWR

SET UP

PWR,

digit keys ,

VOL, ENTER, LAST, PROG, SLEEP, DISPLAY, MUTE

CD, VCR, CBL, TV, AUX1, AUX2, Plug’n Power

TV/VCR

SCAN

CH,

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Function

Used in setting up your devices.

Lights your keypad for use in dark or dimly lit rooms.

Operate the same as the keys on your original remote control.

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.

Operates the same as the TV/ VCR key on your original remote control.

Allows you to easily browse through channels on your TV, VCR, or cable box.

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Key Function

AUDIO SEQ, VIDEO SEQ

SURROUND, SHIFT

RECORD, PAUSE, PLAY , REW , FF , STOP n

These keys are for special sequences that you set up.

These keys are for contr olling your Surround Sound system and other similar devices.

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 light t urns on whe n you press a key, and blinks when you have entered a feature or manufacturer’s code.

• Whenever you us e

RECORD

on the remote control, you must press it twice. Th is safety feature helps you avoid accidentally recording over tapes.

• If you use the 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control to replace extremely comp lex 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 original’s most commonly used functions.

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PREPARATION

INSTALLING BATTERIES

You need four AAA batteries to power your remote control. We recommend alkaline batteries, such as RadioShack 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 inside the compartment.

3.Replace the cover.

Do not place objects on top of the remote

Note:

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 IR/ RF Remote Control’s range decreases or it ope rates erratically, replace t he batteries.

Although the 6 in 1 has a buil t-in memory

Note:

backup, we recommend y ou have f resh batteries ready to install as s oon as you remove the old ones.

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SETTING UP THE 6 IN 1’S RF COMMAND CONSOLE

After you install batteries in the 6 in 1, just plug the RF command console’s power cord into any standard AC outlet in the same roo m as your IR remote-controlled devices (TV, VCR, cable box, and so on) and fully extended its antenna. Be sure the command console is pointe d at the devices you want to control.

The command cons ole has a 4-foo t IR signa l extension cord for use with devices that are not in the command console ’s line of sight . If you hav e such a component , plug the extension cord into the back of the command console and use the supplied double-sided tape t o attach the extension cord’s LED over or next to the device’s IR sensor.

Note:

The 6 in 1 transmits both IR and RF signals at the same time. When testing the command console, be sure the 6 in 1 is not pointed at your devices.

LIGHTING THE KEYS

Press to light the keys o n the remote. Now, every time you pres s a key, the 6 in 1 lights up and stays lit for about 5 seconds.

To turn off the light, press again.

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SETTING UP YOUR REMOTE CONTROL

1. Refer to “Manufacturers’ Codes” on Page 26 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 “If You Have Problems” on Page 20 if you need help.

2. Press the device key for the type of remote you are replacing (

AUX2

CD, VCR, CBL, TV, AUX1

Hold down

SET UP

until the red light blinks

twice, then release it. Enter the 3-digit code. For example, to replace a TV’s remote con-

trol (manufacturer’s setup code 154), press:

TV – SET UP – 1– 5 – 4

3. When the red light blinks twi ce again, the 6 in 1 has accepted the code.

4. Point the 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control at your device and press

PWR

(or CH s for some cable boxes). Your device should turn off (or on, if it was off).

If the remote does not ope rate your device, try the other codes listed in the “Manufacturer’s Codes” section for your brand of TV, VCR, cable converter, or other device.

Repeat Steps 2–5 for additional devices.

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The punch-through feature (see “Punch-

Note:

Through” on Page 16) is automatically turned on for the TV’s volume and mute controls. This means that when y ou select cabl e, for example, and press one of the volume keys or the mute key, the remote sen ds that function to the television instead of 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 IR/RF Remote Control’s device keys are preset to control a particular type of device:

— TVs only

CBL

— Cable conv erters, satellite receivers and

video accessories

VCR

— VCRs, TV/VCR combinations, laser disc players, cassette decks and digital audio tape decks

— 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 au-

tomation devices

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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 (

CD, VCR, AUX1

, or

) to control another type

AUX2

TV, CBL

of device by following these steps.

1. Press

2. Press

SET UP

until the red light blinks twice.

– 9 – 2. The red light blinks twice. Press the key for the type of device you have two of, then the u nus ed de vice key you want to convert. The red light blinks twice again.

For example, to convert an unused into a second

SET UP

To change the

key:

VCR

– 9 – 9 – 2 –

key back to its original

CBL

VCR

–

CBL

function:

SET UP

– 9 – 9 – 2 –

CBL

–

CBL

key

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OPERATION

1. Press the device key for the device you want to operate, then point the 6 in 1 at the device and press verters) to turn the device on.

2. Repeat Step 1 for all other devices you want to operate.

3. Point the 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control toward the device you w ant to control, then press the appropriate device key and the desired command keys.

The command keys on the 6 in 1 IR/

Note:

RF 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

. To turn off other devices, press the

PWR

device key for the device you wish to turn off, then press

PWR

(or

for some cable con-

USING THE 6 IN 1’S RF COMMAND CONSOLE

To operate your IR remote-controlled devices from anywhere in your house, make sure the front of the RF command console points toward the device(s) that you want to control, and fully ex tend the console’s antenna. Press the app ropriate device key on your 6 in 1, th en the des i red f unction keys.

CHANNEL SCAN

Channel Scan lets you scan through all ava ilable channels on your TV, VCR, or c able converter, stopping at each for about 3 seconds.

1. Press the device key (

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TV, VCR

, or

CBL

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2. Aim the 6 in 1 IR/RF Remo te Control at the device and press

. The 6 in 1 scans

SCAN

through the channels.

The 6 in 1 must be pointed at the

Note:

device the entire time you are using the Channel Scan feature.

3. To stop scanning, simply press any key (other than

) on the remote control.

SCAN

FAVORITE CHANNEL SCAN

The Favorite Channel Scan feature lets you set up your 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control to scan through a list of up to 10 pre-selected channels, stopping at each for about 3 seconds.

Setting Favorite Channel Scan

Favorite Channel Scan can only be set up

Note:

for one device. Once the Favorite Channel Sc an feature has been set up for one device, you must clear it before you can set it up for another device.

1. Press the desired device key (

CBL

2. Hold down

SET UP

until the red light blinks

TV, VCR

twice, then release it.

3. Press

– 9 – 6. The red light again blinks

twice.

4. Enter the 2-digit number of the first channel. (Enter a

before a single -digit channel num-

ber.)

5. After you have entered a channel number, press and release

SET UP

. The red light

blinks twice. For example:

– 9 –

SET UP

(for channel 9)

, or

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If your device requires the use of an

Note:

ENTER key to change channels, you must press

ENTER

instead of

SET UP

after each channel you enter into the 6 in 1 IR/RF Remot e Control ’s memory.

6. Repeat Steps 4–5 t o enter the channels you want to include in your favorite channel list. After you have entered the last channel number, hold down

SET UP

until the red light

blinks twi ce .

Using Favorite Channel Scan

To scan through your favorite channels, press

SCAN

and keep the 6 in 1 IR/RF Rem ote Contro l aimed at your device. The remote control scans through your selected channels.

The 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control stops scanning after it reaches the last channel in your Favorite Channel Scan list. To s top sc anni ng e arlier, sim ply press any key on the remote control.

Clearing Favorite Channel Scan

To clear the favorite channel feature of all entries:

1. Hold down

SET UP

blinks twi ce .

2. Press 9 – 9 – 6. The red light again blinks twice .

3. Press and release

SET UP

until the red light blinks twice again.

until the red indicator light

SET UP

, then hold down

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COMMAND SEQUENCES

You can set up your 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control to issue a set of up to 15 commands at the press of a key. Any sequence of commands you regularly perform can be reduced to a single key press.

Setting a Sequence

Here is an example of ho w t o set up a sequence of commands that turns on y our cable box and your TV and puts the TV on Cha nnel 3, and how this sequence works when you press

Note:

The 6 in 1 must be pointed at the device.

VIDEO SEQ

1. Hold down

SET UP

until the red light blinks

twice, then release it.

2. Press 9 – 9 – 5. The red light blinks twice

PWR

VIDEO SEQ

– TV –

PWR

– TV – 0 – 3 –

again. Then press

CBL

3. Press

CBL

Note:

–

If your device requires the use of an ENTER key to select a channel, you must also use

4. To end the sequence, hold down

ENTER

in your sequence.

SET UP

until the red light blinks twice.

Whenever you press the selec ted seq uence k ey, your 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Cont rol issues the sequence of commands you entered.

Erasing a Sequence

1. Hold down twice.

2. Press 9 – 9 – 5. The red light blinks twice. Press the sequence key you want to erase.

SET UP

until the red light blinks

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3. Press and release

SET UP

until the red light blinks twice. This

SET UP

, then hold down

means that your sequence is erased.

PUNCH-THROUGH

Using Punch-Through

The punch-through feature lets you alternately control two different devices without pressing the device selection keys for each one. Here’s how it works.

Not all of the 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control’s keys are used by every device. For example, a TV is often the only device t hat uses the v olume ke ys. After you press control not used by the VCR retains its TV function.

The punch-through feature does not work if

Note:

the last two devices you selected have the same (or similar) features. For example, most TVs and some cable converters have PWR keys on their remote controls. In this case, you must press the desired device key before you use the remote control’s

PWR

, then press

key.

, the vo lume

VCR

Turning Punch-Through On and Off

If your cable converter or VCR has a volume control, you can turn off the punch-through feature to allow the 6 in 1 to control the volume of those devices. This allows your cable converter or VCR to control the volume of your TV set (if it can already do so). Once you turn off punch-through, you must press the d evice key for the device (c able converter or VCR) you want to use to cont rol the volume.

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Follow these steps to turn off punch-through.

1. Press the device key (

CBL

VCR

) for the device you want to use to control the volume, for example. Then press

SET UP

until the red

light blinks twice.

2. Press 9 – 9 – 3. The red light blinks twice. Press the device key (

CBL

VCR

) for the device you want to use to control the volume. The red light blinks twice to indicate punchthrough is turned off.

To turn on the punch-through feat ure, press

– 9 – 9 – 3 – TV. The red l ight blinks tw ice to

SET

indicate that punch-through is on.

USING THE SLEEP TIMER

If your original remote con trol had a sleep timer function, your 6 in 1 IR/RF Remote Control’s

key operates the same as on your original

SLEEP

remote. Follow the instructions for the sleep timer function

in the owner’s manual from your original remote control. Press

SLEEP

as the original remote control’s S LEEP key was pressed.

in the exact same manner

CONTROLLING LIGHTS AND APPLIANCES

The Plug ’n Power f eature allows you to control lights and appliances, using the supplied RF command console along with an optional IR command console (RadioShack Unlimited No.

10037703). You also need Plug ’n Power light modules and appliance modules (available through your local RadioShack store) to use this feature.

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