RCA RCU800B User Manual

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REMOTES

Remote

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PACK!

2 REMOTES FOR

THE PRICE OF 1!

RCU800

• Controls 8 Components

• Sleep Timer

• Control On-screen Channel Guides

• Home Theater & Audio Control

RCU403

• Controls 3 Devices

• Palm-size

MULTI-BRAND USE RCU800B

Table of Contents

Product Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Battery Information and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Key Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Primary Key Descriptions for VIDEO Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Secondary Key Descriptions for AUDIO Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Program for TV—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Program for VCR 1 and VCR 2—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Program for DVD/CD Systems—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7

Program for SATELLITE—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Program for CABLE Box—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Program for AUDIO Systems—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9

Operating AUDIO System Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Program for AUX—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Code Search Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Manual Code Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Auto Code Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Code Retrieval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Sleep Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Programming the Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Canceling the Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

On-screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Accessing a Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Highlighting and Selecting Menu Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Exiting a Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–15

RCU800B Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16–18

RCU403 Instruction Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Indicator Light

CHAN and

Component Keys (

TV, VCR1, VCR2, DVD, DBS·SAT, CABLE, AUDIO, AUX)

Dedicated

MENU key for

DVD disc menus, some TVs and satellite receivers.

ENTER key

Use with Manual or Auto Code Search to accept code.

BACKLIGHT key

Actual model may vary from picture shown.

VOL keys

SELECT

key chooses highlighted choice.

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8 Component Universal Remote

Congratulations on your purchase of the eight-component universal remote. This universal remote controls up to eight electronic components and makes juggling remote controls a thing of the past. You can program this RCA universal remote to operate most models of most brands of infrared, remote-controlled components manufactured after 1990. (See enclosed Code List for a complete list of brands.) The eight-component universal remote is easy to use, easy to program and gives you control at the touch of your ﬁngertips.

Note: The eight-component universal remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE

and PROSCAN branded TVs, VCRs, DVD players and SATELLITE receivers (DBS). Just press the corresponding component key—TV, VCR1, VCR2, DVD, DBS•SAT, CABLE, AUDIO, AUX— and your eight-component universal remote is ready to go!

Battery Information and Installation

Your universal remote requires two new AA alkaline batteries (batteries may or may not be included, depending on the model). To install the batteries:

1. Remove the battery compartment cover.

2. Insert the batteries, matching the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery case.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Note: Reprogramming may be required after

batteries are replaced.

Key Descriptions

Indicator Light—ﬂashes when a valid key is pressed to indicate the remote is working. Status of this light is important when you are programming the remote.

Component Keys (TV, VCR1, VCR2, DVD, DBS•SAT, CABLE, AUDIO, AUX)— selects the component you want the remote to operate.

For example, after you’ve programmed the remote to operate your TV, you must press the TV key ﬁrst to put the remote in TV Mode. While in TV Mode, the CHAN keys change the channel on the TV, the VOL keys adjust the TV’s volume, etc.

Transport Keys—REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, STOP, PAUSE, RECORD—operate the same as your original VCR or DVD remote control, although key labels may vary (REWIND, FAST FORWARD).

Backlight Key (select models only)—turns backlighting on and off. Backlighting remains on for approximately eight seconds after the last keypress to conserve battery life.

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Primary Key Descriptions For VIDEO Operations

Other Keys (Listed Alphabetically)

Certain keys on the eight-component universal remote have dual functions. Primary functions are printed in black. Secondary key functions are printed in blue on the remote and are used for AUDIO operations.

0-9 (Number Keys): operate the same as number keys on your original remote and are used to enter component codes when programming the remote control with Direct Entry method.

ANTENNA: in TV Mode, switches between the signal coming from a satellite receiver or cable box and an off-air antenna. In VCR Mode, switches between the signal coming from a VCR and a TV.

CH+ and CH- (CHANNEL UP and CHANNEL DOWN): goes to the next highest or lowest channel number in the component channel list, respectively, except for DVDs. In DVDs, the CH+ and CH- keys refers to the

NEXT/PREVIOUS chapter.

CLEAR: removes the on-screen display to return

to normal viewing.

CODE SEARCH: use to program the remote.

ENTER: use with Manual or Automatic Code Search

method to accept code (See Code Lists enclosed). Also, some brands require you to press the ENTER key after you enter a channel number. In some menu systems, you must press the ENTER key to select a highlighted item.

GO BACK: switches back to previous channel– operates the same as PREV CH, LAST CHANNEL or RECALL keys found on some brands of remote controls.

GUIDE: brings up the on-screen TV program guide, if your TV is equipped with that feature.

INFO: shows program information, if your component is equipped with this feature. Functions the same as a

DISPLAY key.

INPUT: selects the video inputs of your TV, if equipped

with this feature.

MENU•PROG: accesses DVD disc menus when playing a DVD disc. Accesses menu systems of some TVs, a few RCA brand VCRs and satellite receivers. (For more information, refer to the On-screen Menus section on page 13).

MUTE: lowers the TV’s volume to its minimum level.

NAVIGATION KEYS & SELECT: used to move through

on-screen menus and guides. Use the NAVIGATION keys to move the highlighted choice up, down, left or right.

ON•OFF: turns component on and off.

Note: Some RCA, GE and PROSCAN models require that

you press the component key to turn the component on and the ON•OFF key to turn the component off.

PIP: (Picture-in-Picture) and SWAP operate your TV’s Picture-in-Picture, if your TV is equipped with this feature.

RECORD: use with VCR to record programming. You must press the RECORD key twice to start recording.

SLEEP: allows you to set a time to turn off your TV automatically.

VOL: increases or decreases the TV or AUDIO system’s volume level.

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Secondary Key Descriptions For AUDIO Operations

Certain keys on the eight-component universal remote have dual functions. Secondary key functions are printed in blue on the remote and are used for AUDIO operations. Not all functions work for all brands. Experiment with your AUDIO system to determine which functions work with your components. See the enclosed AUDIO Code List to operate your brand of equipment.

Press the AUDIO key to enable the Audio Mode.

AM•FM: allows you to select the AM•FM band on your AUDIO receiver.

CD, TAPE, TUNER, TV, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2: For some AUDIO systems, these keys will select the

corresponding component input.

DELAY -, ON, DELAY +: increases or decreases the delay between the surround and main speakers when the receiver is in the Surround Sound Mode.

DSP ON•OFF: enables the receiver’s Digital Signal Processing Mode.

DSP MODE: When the DSP mode is enabled, pressing this key allows the user to cycle through

the various DSP Modes.

FRONT, CENTER, REAR, TEST: adjusts the levels of the front, center, and rear speakers used with LEVEL +/ LEVEL -. The test tone must be enabled ﬁrst by pressing the TEST key.

FUNCTION: selects the different AUDIO input components. The number keys also select the function labeled below the keys when in Audio Mode.

LEVEL+/LEVEL-: sets the level of the speakers during Test Tone Mode.

PRESET: cycles through preset channels while the Tuner input on your AUDIO system is active.

Program for TV—Direct Entry Method

In order for the eight-component universal remote to control your TV, you must program it with the TV code that matches your TV. These instructions explain the preferred method of programming the remote—the Direct Entry method. To program your remote to control your TV, follow these steps:

1. Manually turn on the TV.

2. Locate the enclosed TV Code List. Find your brand of TV.

Note: If your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search

CODE

INDICATOR

LIGHT

methods to program this remote control. (See section on Code Search.)

3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH key until the indicator light illuminates. Then release the CODE SEARCH key.

(BLINK)

4. Press and release the TV key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys to enter the ﬁrst code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note: If you enter an invalid code, the LED ﬂashes rapidly

for two seconds. Start over at step 3.

(OFF)

6. Aim the remote at your TV and press the ON•OFF key. If your TV turns off, you have found the correct code.

7. Enter the code in the box provided on this page for

ON•OFF

future reference.

8. If your TV doesn’t turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use

TV CODE

one of the Code Search methods to program this remote. (See Code Search section on page 11.)

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Program for VCR1 and VCR2—Direct Entry Method

In order for the eight-component universal remote to control your VCR, you must program it with the code that matches your VCR. If you have two VCR's, the second VCR can be programmed using the VCR2 key. To program your remote to control your VCR, follow these steps:

1. Manually turn on the VCR.

2. Locate the enclosed VCR Code List. Find your brand in the VCR Codes.

Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search

methods to program this remote control. (See section on Code Search on page 11).

3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH key until the indicator light illuminates. Then release the CODE SEARCH key.

4. Press and release the VCR1 or VCR2 key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the ﬁrst code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note: If you enter an invalid code, the LED ﬂashes rapidly

for two seconds. Start over at step 3.

6. Aim the remote at your VCR. Press the ON•OFF key. If your VCR turns off, you have found the correct code.

7. Enter the code in the box provided on this page for future reference.

8. If your VCR does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote. (See Code Search section on page 11).

VCR1

CODE

VCR2

ON•OFF

VCR1 CODE

VCR2 CODE

INDICATOR

LIGHT

(BLINK)

(OFF)

Program for DVD/CD Systems—Direct Entry Method

In order for the eight-component universal remote to control your DVD or CD systems, you must program it with the code that matches your component. To program your remote to control your DVD/CD system, follow these steps:

1. Manually turn on the DVD/CD system.

2. Locate the enclosed DVD or CD Code List. Find your brand in the DVD or CD Codes.

Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote control. (See section on Code Search on page 11).

3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH key until the indicator light illuminates. Then release the CODE SEARCH key.

4. Press and release the DVD key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the ﬁrst code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note: If you enter an invalid code, the LED ﬂashes rapidly for two seconds. Start over at step 3.

CODE

DVD

INDICATOR

LIGHT

(BLINK)

(OFF)

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6. Aim the remote at the component. Press the ON•OFF key.

ON•OFF

If your DVD/CD system turns off, you have found the correct code.

7. Enter the code in the box provided on this page for future reference.

8. If your DVD/CD system does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

DVD OR CD CODE

If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote. (See Code Search section on page 11).

Program for SATELLITE—Direct Entry Method

In order for the eight-component universal remote to control your DBS system, you must program it with the code that matches your SATELLITE receiver. To program your remote to control your DBS system, follow these steps:

1. Manually turn on the satellite receiver.

2. Locate the enclosed SATELLITE Code List. Find your brand in the SATELLITE Codes.

Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search

methods to program this remote control. (See section on Code Search on page 11).

3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH key until the indicator light illuminates. Then release the CODE SEARCH key.

4. Press and release the DBS•SAT key. The indicator light

blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the ﬁrst code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note: If you enter an invalid code, the LED ﬂashes rapidly

for two seconds. Start over at step 3.

6. Aim the remote at the SATELLITE receiver. Press the ON•OFF

key. If your SATELLITE receiver turns off, you have found the correct code.

7. Enter the code in the box provided on this page for future reference.

8. If your SATELLITE receiver does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote. (See Code Search section on page 11).

INDICATOR

CODE

DBS•SAT

DBS (SATELLITE) CODE

LIGHT

(BLINK)

(OFF)

ON•OFF

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Program for CABLE Box—Direct Entry Method

In order for the eight-component universal remote to control your CABLE box, you must program it with the code that matches your CABLE box. To program your remote to control your CABLE box, follow these steps:

INDICATOR

1. Manually turn on the CABLE box.

2. Locate the enclosed CABLE box Code List. Find your brand in the CABLE box Codes.

Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote control. (See section on Code Search on page 11).

3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH key until the indicator light illuminates. Then release the CODE SEARCH key.

4. Press and release the CABLE key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the ﬁrst code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note: If you enter an invalid code, the LED ﬂashes rapidly for two seconds. Start over at step 3.

6. Aim the remote at the CABLE box. Press the ON•OFF key. If your CABLE box turns off, you have found the correct code.

7. Enter the code in the box provided on this page for future reference.

8. If your CABLE box does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote. (See Code Search section on page 11).

CODE

CABLE

CABLE BOX CODE

LIGHT

(BLINK)

(OFF)

ON•OFF

Program for AUDIO Systems—Direct Entry Method

This remote control will operate many features found in AUDIO systems. To program your remote to control your audio component, follow these steps:

Note: CD systems need to be programmed using the

DVD component key.

1. Manually turn on the AUDIO component you wish to control.

2. Locate the enclosed AUDIO system Code List. Find your brand in the AUDIO Codes.

Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote control. (See section on Code Search on page 11).

3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH key until the indicator light illuminates. Then release the CODE SEARCH key.

4. Press and release the AUDIO key. The indicator light blinks

and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the ﬁrst code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note: If you enter an invalid code, the LED ﬂashes rapidly for two seconds. Start over at step 3.

CODE

AUDIO

INDICATOR

LIGHT

(BLINK)

(OFF)

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6. Aim the remote at the AUDIO component. Press the ON•OFF

ON•OFF

key. If your AUDIO component turns off, you have found the correct code. If your AUDIO component does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

7. With your AUDIO component on, press the VOL

VOL

(VOLUME UP) key. If the AUDIO component responds, no further programming is required.

8. Enter the code in the box provided on this page for future reference.

9. If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed,

AUDIO SYSTEM CODE

use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote. (See Code Search section on page 11).

Operating AUDIO System Functions

The following is a list of instructions for operating Audio functions. Not all functions work for all brands. Experiment with your AUDIO system to determine which functions work with your components. See the enclosed AUDIO Code List to operate your brand of equipment.

TURNING ON THE RECEIVER OR MINI-SYSTEM

Point the remote control at the receiver and press the AUDIO key and then the ON•OFF key to turn the system on.

SELECTING A COMPONENT INPUT

Component inputs such as a DVD player or VCR may be selected depending on the features of your receiver or mini-system. Input selection may be made either by pressing the labeled number key or pressing the FUNCTION key to toggle through the inputs available on your system.

Note: You may need to experiment with your system since manufacturers’ products do not all work in the same manner.

USING THE NUMBER KEYS TO CHANGE AUDIO INPUTS

To select a component, press the number key (1-6) that corresponds with the component you want to operate (CD, TAPE, TUNER, TV,

VIDEO 1, or VIDEO 2).

USING THE FUNCTION KEY TO CHANGE AUDIO INPUTS

To select a component, press the FUNCTION key until the input you want to operate appears on your system.

OPERA

TING THE AM·FM TUNER

1. Press the AUDIO key and then the ON•OFF

key to turn the system on.

2. Press the TUNER (3) key.

3. Press the AM·FM key to toggle between AM

and FM.

4. Use the Preset (CH+/CH-) keys to move up

and down channel presets.

OPERA

TING A HOME THEATER

SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM

1. Turn the TV on.

2. Press the AUDIO key and then the ON•OFF

key to turn the system on.

3. Select the AUDIO input either by using the

labeled number keys or the FUNCTION key.

4. Press the VOL+ or VOL- keys to control

volume.

Note: The VOLUME keys may operate both

TV and receiver volume at the same time. If this presents a problem, it may be resolved by entering the TV menu and disabling the TV speakers.

CONTROLLING THE SURROUND SOUND FEATURE

Press the DELAY+ or DELAY- key to achieve the desired delay effect.

Press the DSP ON•OFF key to turn DSP (Digital Signal Processing) on or off.

Press the DSP MODE key until the desired effect is achieved.

Press the TEST key to listen to speaker levels.

Press FRONT, CENTER, or REAR keys to select speakers.

Press the LEVEL+ or LEVEL- keys to adjust the speaker levels.

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Program for AUX—Direct Entry Method

The AUX key can be used to control any of the following components:

TV, VCR, DVD/CD, Satellite Receiver, Cable Box, or an Audio component.

1. Manually turn on the component you wish to control.

Locate the enclosed component list. Find your component brand under the corresponding component list.

2. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH key until the INDICATOR LIGHT illuminates, then release the CODE SEARCH key.

3. Press and release the AUX key (The INDICATOR LIGHT will blink then remain lit). Then press the key for the component you want to program (TV, VCR, DVD, DBS•SAT, CABLE, AUDIO). Press the DVD key to program the AUX key for a CD player.

4. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the ﬁrst code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note: If you enter an invalid code, the LED ﬂashes rapidly

for two seconds. Start over at step 2.

5. Aim the remote at the component you wish to control and press the ON•OFF key. If your component turns off, you have found the correct code.

6. Enter the code in the box provided on this page for future reference.

INDICATOR

LIGHT

(BLINK)

(OFF)

ON•OFF

AUX CODE

TV VCR CABLE DBS

CD AUDIO LD DVD

✓

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