Universal Electronics 2993 User Manual

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DIRECTV®

Universal Remote Control

User Guide

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CONTENTS

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

Features and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Key Charts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

Controlling Your DIRECTV

Setting Up Your DIRECTV Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Onscreen Remote Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Advanced Remote Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Controlling Your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Setting Up the TV Input Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Deactivating the TV Input Select Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Controlling Other Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Searching for TV, AV1 or AV2 Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Verifying the Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Changing Volume Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Locking Volume to AV1, AV2 or TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Activating and Deactivating the RF Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Activating the RF Transmitter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Deactivating the RF Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Restoring Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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

DIRECTV Setup Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Setup Codes for DIRECTV Setup Codes for DIRECTV Setup Codes for DIRECTV

Setup Codes, Other Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Setup Codes for TVs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Setup Codes for TVs (DLP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Setup Codes for TVs (Plasma) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Setup Codes for TV/DVD Combos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Setup Codes for TV/VCR Combos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Setup Codes for VCRs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Setup Codes for Satellite Set-top Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Setup Codes for Satellite Set-top Box/PVR Combos . . . . . . .45

Setup Codes for DVD Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Setup Codes for PVRs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Setup Codes for Audio Receivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Setup Codes for Audio Amplifiers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Setup Codes for Audio Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Repair or Replacement Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Receiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Receivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

HD Receivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

DVRs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! You now have an exclusive DIRECTV® Universal Remote Control that will control four components, including a DIRECTV Receiver, TV, and two stereo or video components (for example, a DVD, stereo, or second TV). Moreover, its sophisticated technology allows you to consolidate the clutter of your original remote controls into one easy-to-use unit that's packed with features such as:

• Four-position MODE slide switch for easy component

selection

• Code library for popular video and stereo components

• Code search to help program control of older or discontinued components

• Memory protection to ensure you will not have to reprogram the remote when the batteries are replaced

Before using your DIRECTV Universal Remote Control, you may need to program it to operate with your particular component. Please follow the instructions detailed in this guide to set up your DIRECTV Universal Remote Control so you can start enjoying its features.

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

Key Charts

Press this key… To…

Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV, AV1, AV2 or TV positions to select the component

you want to control. A green LED under each switch position indicates the component being controlled.

Press TV INPUT to select the available inputs on your TV. NOTE: Additional setup is required to activate the TV INPUT key. (See instructions on page 18.)

Press FORMAT to cycle through the resolution and screen formats. Each press of the key cycles to the next available format and /or resolution. (Not available on

all DIRECTV

Press PWR to turn on/off the piece of equipment the mode switch is set to.

Receivers.)

Press TV POWER ON/OFF to tu rn the TV and DIRECTV Receiver on or off. (NOTE: These keys are only active after the remote has been setup for your TV. See page 17.)

Use these keys to control your DIRECTV DVR or your VCR, DVD, or CD/DVD player.

On a DIRECTV DVR, enables one-

touch record for any selected program.

Replay jumps back 6 seconds and

plays video from that location. You can also hold the button down to jump back to the beginning.

Advance jumps ahead in a recording.

You can also hold the button down to jump forward to the end.

Use GUIDE to display the DIRECTV Program Guide. Press twice to see programs by category.

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Press this key… To…

ACTIVE displays the DIRECTV Active

Channel which includes local weather, horoscopes and more!

For non-DVR boxes, pressing LIST takes you to the To Do List. For DVR boxes, LIST takes you to the PLAYLIST (recordings).

(Not available on all DIRECTV

Press EXIT to exit menu screens and the Program Guide and return to live TV.

Press SELECT to choose highlighted items in menu screens or the Program Guide.

Use the ARROW keys to move around in the Program Guide and menu screens.

Press BACK to return to the previously displayed screen.

Receive rs.)

Press MENU to display the Quick Menu in DIRECTV mode, or other menu for another selected device.

Use INFO to display current channel and program information when watching live TV or in the Guide.

Displays various options while viewing live TV, the Guide or the Playlist. Press YELLOW* to display TV Options Press BLUE* in full-screen TV to display the Mini-Guide. Press RED* in the Guide to jump 12 hours back. Press GREEN* in the Guide to jump 12 hours forward. *Other functions vary–look for onscreen

hints or refer to your DIRECTV user guide. (Not available on all DIRECTV Rece ivers.)

Press VOL to raise or lower the sound volume. The volume key is only active when the remote is set up for your TV.

Receiver's

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Press this key… To…

While watching TV, press CHAN (or

) to select the next higher (or

CHAN

lower) channel.

While in the DIRECTV menu, press PAGE+ (or PAGE-) to page up (or down) through available channels in the Guide.

Press MUTE to turn the sound off or back on.

Press PREV to return to the last channel viewed.

Press the number keys to directly enter a channel number (e.g. 207) while watching TV or in the Guide. Press DASH to separate main and subchannel numbers. Press ENTER to activate number entries quickly.

Program Guide or

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INSTALLING BATTERIES

1. On the back of the remote control, push down on the door (as shown), slide the battery cover off, and remove the used batteries.

2. Obtain two (2) new AA alkaline batteries. Match their +and - marks to the + and - marks in the battery case, then insert them.

3. Slide the cover back on until battery door clicks into place.

CONTROLLING YOUR DIRECTV® RECEIVER

The DIRECTV® Universal Remote Control comes programmed to work with most DIRECTV Receivers. Should the remote control not work with your DIRECTV Receiver, you will need to set up the remote control by performing the following steps.

Setting Up Your DIRECTV Remote

1. Locate the DIRECTV Receiver's brand and model number (on the back or bottom panel) and write it in the spaces below.

BRAND:

......................................................................

MODEL: ......................................................................

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2. Locate the 5-digit code for your DIRECTV® Receiver. (See page 23.)

3. Power on the DIRECTV Receiver.

4. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

5. Press and hold the MUTE and SELECT keys until the green light under the DIRECTV position flashes twice, then release both keys.

6. Using the number keys, enter the 5-digit code. If performed correctly, the green light under the DIRECTV position flashes twice.

7. Aim the remote at your DIRECTV Receiver and press the PWR key once. The DIRECTV Receiver should turnoff; if it does not, repeat steps 3 and 4, trying each code for your brand until you find the correct code.

8. For future reference, write down the working code for your DIRECTV Receiver in the blocks below:

ONSCREEN REMOTE SETUP

Once your remote is setup to work with your DIRECTV® Receiver, you can also set it up to control your TV, DVD, VCR, Stereo and other equipment.

Program your remote to control your TV:

1. Turn on your TV and DIRECTV Receiver.

2. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

3. Press MENU on your remote control, then select “Parental, Fav's & Setup,” “System Setup,” an d “Remote Control.”

4. Select “Program Remote.”

5. Select “Setup TV.”

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6. Enter the brand name of your TV using the on-screen keypad or the number keys on your remote. When the brand appears in the list, highlight it and press SELECT.

7. Enter the model number of your TV using the onscreen keypad or the number keys on your remote. When the model number appears in the list, highlight it and press SELECT. If you don't know the model number, select “I don't know my model.”

8. Read the on-screen Setup Instructions and select “OK.”

TIP: Don't forget to keep your remote pointed at the

DIRECTV Receiver! Your remote is receiving information from the DIRECTV Receiver.

9. Read the on-screen Code Test instructions. You'll be asked to test whether pressing the VOLUME +/- on the DIRECTV Remote adjusts the TV volume. If the TV volume changed, select “It Worked.” If the TV vo lu m e did not change, select “Try Next Code,” w hi ch w il l repeat the process starting from step 8.

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10. When TV setup is complete, the Program Remote screen will display giving you the option to change your settings or set up the remote to control another device.

Program your remote to control a DVD Player, VCR, Audio Equipment, or second TV

EXAMPLE : You want to control your DVD player with your

DIRECTV remote. You will assign Mode, AV1 to your DVD player.

1. Turn on your TV, DIRECTV Receiver and the device you want to control (Ex. DVD Player).

2. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

3. Press MENU on your remote control, then select “Parental, Fav's & Setup,” “System Setup,” an d “Remote Control.”

4. Select “Program Remote.”

5. Select either “Setup AV1” or “Setup AV2” (Ex. Select “Setup AV1”).

6. Select the device you want to set up. You'll be given the following options: DVD, Audio Equipment, VCR or TV (Ex. Select “DVD”).

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7. Enter the brand name of your device using the onscreen keypad or the number keys on your remote. When the brand appears in the list, highlight it and press SELECT.

8. Enter the model number of your device using the onscreen keypad or the number keys on your remote. When the model number appears in the list, highlight it and press SELECT. If you don't know the model number, select “I don't know my model.”

9. Read the on-screen Setup Instructions and select “OK.”

TIP: Don't forget to keep your remote pointed at the

DIRECTV Receiver! Your remote is receiving information from the DIRECTV Receiver.

10. Read the on-screen Code Test instructions. You'll be asked to test whether pressing PWR (Power) on the DIRECTV Remote powered off your device. If the device powered off, select “It Worked.” If it stayed on, select “Try Next Code,” which will repeat the process starting from step 8.

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11. When setup is complete, the Program Remote screen will display, giving you the option to change your settings or set up the remote to control another device.

Copy existing remote settings to another DIRECTV Remote

Once you've set up a DIRECTV Remote to control your TV and other devices, your receiver stores this information. This way, if you lose your remote (and get a replacement), or you upgrade to a newer model, you can copy your previous remote settings to the new remote.

1. Turn on your TV and DIRECTV Receiver.

2. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

3. Press MENU on your remote control, then select “Parental, Fav's & Setup,” “System Setup,” an d “Remote Control.”

4. Select “Program Remote.”

5. Select “Copy Settings.”

6. Read the on-screen Copy Settings instructions and select “OK.”

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TIP: Don't forget to keep your remote pointed at the

DIRECTV Receiver! Your remote is receiving information from the DIRECTV Receiver.

Reset your DIRECTV Remote to factory default settings

You can reset the remote control to factory default settings which clears all but the DIRECTV mode.

1. Turn on your TV and DIRECTV Receiver.

2. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

3. Press MENU on your remote control, then select “Parental, Fav's & Setup,” “System Setup,” an d “Remote Control.”

4. Select “Reset Remote.”

5. Follow the on-screen instructions.

ADVANCED REMOTE SETTINGS

In addition to setting up your DIRECTV Remote to control your TV and other devices the following Advanced Settings are available: IR/RF Setup, Volume Lock, Set Receiver Mode and Multi-Box Setup.

IR/RF Setup

Remote Control models RC65R, RC65RB, RC65RX, and RC65RBRX feature RF (radio frequency) capability. When you activate the RF feature of your remote control, you can control your DIRECTV Receiver from anywhere in your home. You do not need to be in the line of sight of your receiver to control it.

NOTE: Not all DIRECTV Receivers are RF-capable.

To activate the RF transmitter on your DIRECTV Remote:

1. Turn on your TV and DIRECTV Receiver.

2. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

3. Press MENU on your remote control, then select “Parental, Fav's & Setup,” “System Setup,” an d “Remote Control.”

4. Select “Program Remote.”

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5. Select “Advanced.”

6. Select “IR/RF Setup.”

7. Change remote type from “IR” to “RF” and select “Continue.”

8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

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Volume Lock

If you've programmed your DIRECTV remote to control your TV, this “locks” the VOL +/- and MUTE control to your TV. In other words, any time you press the VOL +/- or MUTE keys on your remote, it will adjust the volume through your TV, regardless of the position of the MODE switch.

If you want the audio for your DIRECTV programs to come through a component other than your TV (Ex. Stereo), you can “lock” volume control to that device as follows:

1. Turn on your TV, DIRECTV Receiver and other component (Ex. Stereo).

TIP: If you have not already done so, first program

your remote to control your TV and then program your remote to control your other components, Ex. Stereo. See instructions on pages 8 and 10, respectively.

2. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

3. Press MENU on your remote control, then select “Parental, Fav's & Setup,” “System Setup,” an d “Remote Control.”

4. Select “Program Remote.”

5. Select “Advanced.”

6. Select “Volume Lock.”

7. Select the device you want to control audio (Ex. Stereo that you’ve already programmed to AV2) and select “OK.”

8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

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TIP: Don't forget to keep your remote pointed at the

DIRECTV Receiver! Your remote is receiving information from the DIRECTV Receiver.

9. If Volume Lock was successful, the following message will display. If not, you will be given the options to “Try Again” or “Cancel.”

Set Receiver Mode

To progr am your remote to cont rol 2 re ceivers loc ated i n the same room:

1. Turn on your TV and DIRECTV Receiver.

2. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

3. Press MENU on your remote control, then select “Parental, Fav's & Setup,” “System Setup,” an d “Remote Control.”

4. Select “Program Remote.”

5. Select “Advanced.”

6. Select “Set Receiver Mode.”

7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

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Multi-Box Setup

To program your remote to control 3 or more DIRECTV Receivers in one room:

1. Turn on your TV and DIRECTV Receiver.

2. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position.

3. Press MENU on your remote control, then select “Parental, Fav's & Setup,” “System Setup,” an d “Remote Control.”

4. Select “Program Remote.”

5. Select “Advanced.”

6. Select “Multi-Box Setup.”

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

CONTROLLING YOUR TV

Once you have successfully set up your DIRECTV Remote to operate your DIRECTV Receiver, you can set it up to control your TV. We recommend you use the on-screen steps described on page 8, but you can also use the manual method below:

1. Turn on the TV.

: Please read steps 2-5 completely before proceed-

NOTE

2. Locate the 5-digit code for your TV. (See “Setup

3. Slide the MODE switch to the TV position.

4. Press and hold the MUTE and SELECT keys at the same

5. Using the number keys enter the 5-digit code for your

6. Aim the remote at your TV and press the PWR key

7. Slide the MODE switch to the DIRECTV position. Press

8. For future reference, write down the working code for

ing. Highlight or write down the codes and component you wish to set up before moving on to step 2.

Codes for TVs” on page 24.)

time until the green light under the TV position flashes twice, then release both keys.

brand of TV. If performed correctly, the green light under TV flashed twice.

once. Your TV should turn off. If it does not turn off, repeat steps 3 and 4, trying each code for your brand until you find the correct code.

TV POWER. Your TV should turn on.

your TV in the blocks below:

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SETTING UP THE TV INPUT KEY

Once you have setup the DIRECTV® Remote control for your TV, you can activate the TV INPUT key so you can change the “source”—the piece of equipment whose signal is displayed on your TV:

1. Slide the MODE switch to the TV position.

2. Press and hold the MUTE and SELECT keys until the green light under the TV position flashes twice, then release both keys.

3. Using the number keys enter 9-6-0. (The green light under the TV position flashes twice.)

You now can change the input for your TV.

Deactivating the TV Input Select Key

If you want to deactivate the TV INPUT key, repeat steps 1 through 3 from the previous section; the green light will blink 4 times. Pressing the TV INPUT key will now do nothing.

CONTROLLING OTHER COMPONENTS

The AV1 and AV2 switch positions can be setup to control a VCR, DVD, Stereo, second DIREC TV Receiver or second TV.

We recommend you use the onscreen steps described on page 8, but you can also use the manual method below:

1. Turn on the component you wish to control (e.g. your DVD Player).

2. Locate the 5-digit code for your component. (See “Setup Codes, Other Devices” starting on page 24.)

3. Slide the MODE switch to the AV1 (or AV2) position.

4. Press and hold the MUTE and SELECT keys at the same time until the green light under AV1 (or AV2) flashes twice, then release both keys.

5. Using the NUMBER keys, enter the 5-digit code for the brand of component being set up. If performed correctly, the green light under the selected position flashes twice.

6. Aim the remote at your component and press the PWR key once. The component should turn off; if it does not, repeat steps 3 and 4, trying each code for your brand until you find the correct code.

7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 to set up a new component under AV2 (or AV1).

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