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Potenza ST
Universal Remote Control
Users Guide
PREPROGRAMMED FOR YOUR SET-TOP BOX
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Key Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Device Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Programming Device Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting Up a Combo Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Searching for Your Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Checking the Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Learning Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Programming a Learned Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Deleting a Single Learning Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Deleting All Learned Keys in a Specific Mode . . . . . . . 15
Programming Channel Control Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Unlocking Channel Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Locking Channel Control to STB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Changing Volume Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Unlocking Volume Control for a Single Device
(Individual Volume Unlock) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Unlocking All Volume Control (Global Volume
Unlock) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Locking Volume Control To One Mode (Global
Volume Lock) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Programming ID Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Programming Macro Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Programming a Macro Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Clearing a Macro Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using the Master Power Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programming the Master Power Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using the Master Power Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Clearing the Master Power Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Re-Assigning Device Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Clearing Custom Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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INTRODUCTION
The Potenza ST Universal Remote Control by Universal
Electronics is our latest generation universal remote
control. Its sophisticated technology allows you to
consolidate up to five of your original home
entertainment remote controls into one easy-to-use
product. Moreover, its packed with advanced features
such as:
• Preprogrammed control to operate the set-top box
supplied by your service provider
• Dedicated keys to control popular functions on your
DVR/PVR (Digital/Personal Video Recorder)
• Programmable Master Power key for master on/off
control of your home entertainment equipment with
a single keystroke
• Programmable Macro Keys to allow you to activate
certain keys in a specific order
• Channel Lock to lock channel selection only to the
cable converter
• Volume Lock to lock volume controls to one mode or
individual modes
• Device Key Re-Assignment to remotely control a
second (duplicate) device
• Code Search to help program control of older or
discontinued components
• Color-coded keys to quickly locate popular
functions
• Code library for popular video and audio devices
Before using the product, you will need to install the
enclosed batteries and also perform some programming
to operate the specific home entertainment devices you
wish to control.
Please follow the instructions detailed in this manual to
set up the unit and then start enjoying your new remote
control.
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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
Use the illustration below to locate features on the
Potenza ST Universal Remote Control and then study the
Key Charts (on the next three pages) to learn how they
function.
To find out what type of devices can be controlled by
each device key after programming, see “Device Table”
on page 7.
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Key Charts
Key Function
Use SETUP for all programming
sequences.
Press POWER once to turn on or off a
home entertainment device. For
MASTER POWER control, see “Using the
Master Power Key” on page 20.
Press VCR, DVD, AUD, TV, or STB once to
select a home entertainment device to
control. Also see “Device Table” on
page 7.
Each device key has an embedded LED
(red light) that blinks upon selection
and indicates the remote control is
working and (after programming) is
sending signals.
Use GUIDE to display the program
guide.
Use INFO to display the current channel
and program information.
Use DAY+ (or DAY-) to move a day
forward (or back) on your set-top box’s
program guide.
Use the Cursor keys to move the cursor
in the program guide and menu screens
and to navigate within the interactive
service.
Use OK to choose options, PPV events,
and to tune to programs from the
program guide.
Use PAGE+ (or PAGE-) to page up (or
page down) through menu screens and
the program guide.
Use EXIT to exit out of your set-top box’s
menu and guide.
Use VOL+ (or VOL-) to raise (or lower)
the audio volume.
Use FAV to cycle through your favorite
channels stored in your set-top box.
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Key Charts
Key Function
Use CH+ (or CH-) to select the next
higher (or lower) channel.
For DVD players, use these keys to skip
forward (or reverse) through chapters.
For amplifiers/receivers, use these keys
to select the next higher (or lower)
preset station.
Press MUTE once to turn the sound off
or on.
Press LAST once to recall the last
channel.
Press ON DEMAND to access Video on
Demand services.
Use A, B, C, and D (round red, green,
yellow or blue keys) to access additional
features on your set-top box (see set-top
box manual for details). These keys bring
up different options when you’re in the
guide and when your not. In the guide,
refer to the color codes at the bottom of
the screen for options.
Use to command your PVR/DVR
set-top box to instantly replay the last 7
seconds of a program you are watching.
Press LIVE to command your PVR/DVR
set-top box to return to watching live
TV.
Press LIST once to display a list of
recorded shows on your PVR/DVR settop
box.
In all modes except STB, use REW, PLAY,
FFWD, STOP, and PAUSE to control a
VCR, DVD player, or a PVR (after
selecting a desired device). To record in
the VCR mode, press REC twice.
In the STB mode, use these keys to
control the DVR/PVR functions of the
set-top box.
Use the keypad numbers (1-9, and 0) to
directly tune channels (e.g., 09).
For amplifiers/receivers, use the keypad
numbers to select inputs 1 through 10.
Press ASPECT once to change the aspect
ratio of the show you are watching. (Not
available on all set-top boxes).
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Key Charts
Key Function
Press SHIFT to access additional set-top
box features (see your set-top box’s
manual).
PIP turns the Picture-In-Picture feature
on or off (if available on your TV or
settop box).
SWAP is used to switch PIP images and
sound between the main and window
pictures.
MOVE moves the PIP window to
different positions on your TV screen.
PIP CH+ and CH- are used to select the
next higher or lower channel and is
displayed on your PIP window.
INPUT in STB mode is used to view other
video sources (A or B). In other modes,
use INPUT to switch between the source
inputs on the device you are controlling.
MACRO 1 and MACRO 2 are reserved for
use as macro keys (See “Programming
Macro Keys” on page 19.).
Device Table
NOTE: Please refer to the table below when
performing the instructions in
“Programming Device Control” on page 8 or
“Setting Up a Combo Unit” on page 10.
After programming, the Potenza ST Universal Remote
Control will be able to control the following types of
devices:
Device Key Controls these types of devices
VCR, TV/VCR Combo, PVR (Personal
Video Recorder), or extra DVD Player
DVD Player, or extra VCR, TV/VCR
Combo or PVR
Audio Amplifier, Tuner, or Receiver
Television
Set-top box
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INSTALLING BATTERIES
1. On the back of the remote control, push the
tab and lift off the battery cover.
2. Locate the two (2) enclosed AA batteries.
Match the + and - marks with those in the
battery case, then insert them.
3. Align the covers keys with the cases holes and
press the cover back into place. The tab should
click when the cover is locked.
4. Test the remote control by pressing any mode
key (e.g., TV). If the batteries are inserted
correctly, the LED (red light) will blink once.
NOTE: When batteries need replacement, the remote
control will cease to operate. Replace the
batteries and the unit will be restored to its
full functionality, complete with your favorite
settings.
PROGRAMMING DEVICE CONTROL
The Potenza ST Universal Remote Control is
preprogrammed to operate the set-top box provided by
your television service provider, an RCA TV, a Toshiba
DVD player, an RCA VCR, and a Pioneer audio receiver.
To control devices other than the default brands,
perform the following steps; otherwise skip this section.
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NOTES: For control of a Combo device (for example, a
TV/VCR combo), skip this section and perform
the instructions on “Setting Up a Combo
Unit” on page 10. Also refer to “Device Table”
on page 7 to find out which devices can be
programmed onto each device key.
If you have another brand of set-top box you
would like to control, you’ll need to unlock the
STB ID Lock before changing the set-top box
code (see “Programming ID Lock” on
page 18).
1. Turn on a device and, if applicable, insert
video media, (e.g., cassette or disc).
NOTE: Please read steps 2 through 5 completely
before proceeding. Highlight or write down
the codes and device you wish to program
before moving on to step 2.
2. On the remote control, press a device key once
(i.e., VCR, DVD, AUD, TV, or STB); it will blink
once.
3. Press and hold SETUP until the selected mode
key blinks twice, then release SETUP.
4. Use the “Manufacturer’s Codes” at
www.alliancecom.net/pdf/remote_code.pdf to
locate the type of device and brand name and
then enter the first four-digit code for your
device. If performed correctly, the selected
mode key will blink twice.
If you don’t want to use the Internet to search
for the code, see “searching for the code” on
page 11 for instructions on how to procede.
NOTE: If the selected mode key emits a long blink,
the entry is invalid. Repeat steps 2 through 4
and try entering the same code again.
5. Aim the remote control at the device and
press POWER once. The device should turn
off. If it does not, repeat steps 2 through 4,
trying each code for your brand until you find
one that works. If it still does not respond, try
searching for the code (see “Searching for
Your Code” on page 11).
NOTE: If the device does not have a POWER key (e.g.,
DVD and VCR), press the (Play) key.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each device you
want the remote control to operate. For future
reference, write down each working device
code in the boxes on the following page.
VCR Code
Device Type:
DVD Code
Device Type:
STB Code
Device Type:
STB Code
Device Type:
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SETTING UP A COMBO UNIT
If you own a combo unit such as a TV/VCR Combo or a
TV/DVD Combo, you need to follow special steps to set
it up. Perform the following instructions to control
combo device:
1. For a TV/VCR Combo, turn on your TV/VCR
Combo and insert a video cassette. (For a TV/
DVD Combo, insert a DVD).
2. On the remote control, press VCR once; it will
blink once. Then press and hold SETUP until
the VCR key blinks twice.
3. Use the “Manufacturer’s Codes” at
www.alliancecom.net/pdf/remote_code.pdf to
locate the brand name and enter the first fourdigit code for your combo device (for example,
TV/VCR). If you perform this procedure
correctly, the VCR key will blink twice.
If you don’t want to use the Internet to search
for the code, see “Searching For Your Code” on
page 11 for instructions on how to procede.
NOTE: If the VCR key did not blink twice after
entering the codes last digit, repeat steps 2
VCR Code
Device Type:
DVD Code
Device Type:
STB Code
Device Type:
STB Code
Device Type:
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through 3 and try entering the same code again.
If you’ve located a setup code that works for
your combo device (for example, a TV/VCR
you’ll need to program this code into the
remote control to access volume control (see
“Programming Device Control” starting on
page 8).
4. Aim the remote control at your combo device
(for example, TV/VCR Combo) and press
POWER once. The device should turn off. If it
does not respond, repeat steps 2 through 3,
trying each code listed for your brand until
you find one that works. If it still does not
respond, try searching for the code
(“Searching for Your Code” starting on
page 11).
5. For future reference, write down each working
device code in the boxes below:
TV/VCR or TV/DVD Code
TV Code (if used)
SEARCHING FOR YOUR CODE
If your home entertainment device does not respond to
the Potenza ST Universal Remote Control after trying all
of the codes listed for your brand, or if your brand is not
listed at all, try searching for your code.
For example, to search for a code for your TV:
1. Turn on your TV.
2. On the remote control, press TV once; it will
blink once. Then press and hold SETUP until
the TV key blinks twice.
3. Type 9 9 1. The TV key will blink twice.
4. Aim the remote control at the TV and press
POWER once.
5. Press and release the CH+ key continuously,
then stop when the TV turns off.
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CHECKING THE CODES
If you have set up your remote control by searching for
your device code (on the previous page), you may need
to find out which four-digit code is operating your
equipment.
For example, to find out which code is operating your TV:
1. On the remote control, press TV once; it will
blink once. Then press and hold SETUP until
the TV key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 9 0. The TV key will blink twice.
3. To view the code for the first digit, press 1
once. Count the number of times the TV key
blinks (e.g., 3 blinks = 3) and write down the
number in the leftmost TV Code box on
page 10.
NOTE: If a code digit is 0, the selected mode key will
not blink.
4. Repeat step 3 three more times for the
remaining digits. Use 2 for the second digit, 3
for the third digit, and 4 for the fourth digit.
Finish writing down the code in the TV Code
boxes on page 10.
5. To check for other device codes, repeat steps 1
through 4, but substitute the appropriate key
(e.g., VCR, DVD, AUD, or STB) for the device
you are checking. Write down the codes in the
appropriate boxes on page 10.
NOTE: In the search mode, the remote control will
send IR codes from its library to the selected
device, starting with the most popular code
first.
6. Press POWER. The TV should turn on, then
press SETUP once to lock in the code. The LED
will blink twice to indicate that the code is
saved.
NOTE: If the TV does not turn on during step 6, then
slowly press and release CH- to go back
through the codes, then press SETUP when the
TV turns on.
7. To search for the codes of your other devices,
repeat steps 1 through 6, but substitute the
appropriate key (e.g., VCR, DVD, AUD, or STB)
for the device you are searching for.
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USING LEARNING
The Potenza ST Universal Remote Control includes a
Learning feature (not available on all models) so you
can add functions that are unique to your home
entertainment devices (e.g.,VCR Tracking Up or Down).
However, there are some considerations.
Learning Precautions
• Your original remote controls must be in working
order for learning to work properly.
• Learned keys are mode-specific, so each one can
store a unique function for each mode.
• Do not use the following keys for learning: Device
Keys, SETUP, Record (•), Tune-In Keys.
• Learning capacity is approximately 16 to 25 keys,
depending on the code being learned.
• Certain device functions are not learnable including
multi-frequency types, some high frequency ones,
and other unusual formats.
• For optimum learning, avoid high levels of ambient
light such as natural sunlight or energy-efficient
fluorescent lights.
NOTE: Please have your original remote controls
handy before programming learning.
Programming a Learned Key
NOTE: If more than 15 seconds pass between key
presses, the remote exits programming.
1. Press and hold SETUP until the last-selected
mode key blinks twice, then press 9 7 5.
NOTE: If the LED displays one long flash instead,
either your batteries are low, or the Potenza ST
Universal Remote Control has a memory fault.
2. Press a mode key once (i.e., VCR, DVD, AUD,
TV, or STB) to assign a mode for learning.
3. Press the desired key on the Potenza ST once
to store the feature to be learned.
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4. Place the Potenza ST Remote Control head-to-
head (about 2" apart) from your original
remote control. Also locate the key (on your
original remote control) that you want the
Potenza ST Universal Remote Control to learn.
5. On the original remote, press and hold the key
to be learned. The Potenza ST Remote
Control’s LED will blink rapidly, then turn off.
Continue holding the key on the original
remote until the LED blinks twice.
NOTE: If the LED displays one long blink, a learning
error has occurred. Try repeating this step
again until a successful capture occurs. If the
function is still not captured, press and hold
SETUP to exit programming and review the
“Learning Precautions” on the previous page.
If needed, also see “Troubleshooting” on
page 23. After review, start programming
again at step 1.
6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for another mode
and/or key or press and hold SETUP until the
active mode key LED blinks twice to exit
programming.
Deleting a Single Learning Key
This process returns the key to its original programming
for the mode you select. You can also delete learned
programming by teaching a different function to the key
(see “Programming a Learned Key” on page 13)
NOTE: If more than 15 seconds pass between key
presses, the remote exits programming.
1. Press and hold SETUP until the last-selected
mode key blinks twice, then press 9 7 6.
2. Press a mode key once (i.e., VCR, DVD, AUD,
TV, or STB). The LED on the selected mode
key will blink once.
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3. Press the key containing the learned function
to be deleted twice. The active MODE key will
blink twice.
4. Repeat steps 2 through 3 for another key or
press and hold SETUP to exit programming.
Deleting All Learned Keys in a Specific Mode
NOTE: If more than 15 seconds pass between key
presses, the remote exits programming.
1. Press and hold SETUP until the last-selected
mode key blinks twice, then press 9 7 6.
2. Press a mode key twice (i.e., VCR, DVD, AUD,
TV, or STB) to clear all the learned keys for that
mode. The mode key LED blinks twice.
3. Repeat step 2 for another mode or press and
hold SETUP to exit programming.
PROGRAMMING CHANNEL CONTROL LOCK
By default, the remote control’s channel-control
capabilities are locked to the set-top box. The affected
keys* are 1 through 0, CH+, CH-, and LAST. This will
guarantee that you do not inadvertently change a
channel on your TV or VCR. However, you can
de-activate this feature to allow full access to these keys
in the TV and VCR modes.
*NOTE: This feature does not affect the AUD mode.
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Unlocking Channel Control
1. On the remote control, press STB once; it will
blink once. Press and hold SETUP until the
STB key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 7 3. The STB key will blink twice.
3. Press CH- once. The STB key will blink four
times.
Now the remote control will provide TV and VCR
channel-control capabilities while in the TV or VCR
mode.
Locking Channel Control to STB
1. On the remote control, press STB once; it will
blink once. Press and hold SETUP until the
STB key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 7 3.The STB key will blink twice.
3. Press CH+ once. The STB key will blink twice.
Now, regardless of what mode you select (except AUD),
the channel keys will only change channels on your
settop box.
CHANGING VOLUME LOCK
Volume Lock allows you to control the volume through
the device identified as having your primary speaker(s),
regardless of which mode you are using. On the Potenza
ST Remote Control, Global Volume Lock is set to TV, so
you can control TV volume while in the VCR, DVD, TV or
STB mode. You can perform Individual Volume Unlock
on a selected device to set its volume control for
independent operation.
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NOTE: The audio mode’s (AUD) volume controls are
active regardless of Volume Lock settings.
However, if you lock the volume controls to
the AUD mode, you will have control of the
audio device’s volume in all other modes (i.e.,
VCR, DVD, TV, and STB). This can be an
advantage if, for example, you always listen to
home entertainment devices through your
receiver’s speakers.
Unlocking Volume Control for a Single Device
(Individual Volume Unlock)
1. Assuming Global Volume Lock is active, select
a mode on the remote control that you want to
unlock (e.g., STB) and press it once. Next,
press and hold SETUP until the device key
blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 9 3. The last-selected device key will
blink twice.
3. Press VOL- once. The last-selected device key
will blink four times.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each device you
want volume to be unlocked.
Now, after you select a device that has volume unlocked
(e.g., STB), pressing VOL+, VOL-,or MUTE, will control
only that device’s volume.
Unlocking All Volume Control (Global Volume Unlock)
NOTE: Performing these instructions will set
independent volume control for all
programmed devices.
1. On the remote control, press and hold SETUP
until the last-selected device key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 9 3. The last-selected device key will
blink twice.
3. Press VOL+ once. The last-selected device key
will blink four times.
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Locking Volume Control To One Mode (Global
Volume Lock)
NOTE: The audio mode’s volume controls are active
regardless of Volume Lock settings. However,
if you lock the volume controls to the AUD
mode, you will control the audio device’s
volume in all other modes (i.e., VCR, DVD, TV, or
CBL). This can be an advantage if, for example,
you always listen to home entertainment
devices through your receiver’s speakers.
1. On the remote control, press and hold SETUP
until the last-selected device key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 9 3. The last-selected device key will
blink twice.
3. Select a mode (e.g., TV or AUD) which you
want to use to control the volume. The
selected device key will blink twice.
Now, when you press VOL+, VOL-, or MUTE, the volume
of the selected device (e.g., TV) is controlled regardless
of mode.
PROGRAMMING ID LOCK
The Potenza ST Universal Remote Control is locked at
the factory to operate your service provider’s set-top
box. However, if you have another brand or model of
settop box or satellite service that you would like to
control, then you’ll need to perform the following steps
to unlock the ID Lock, enter a new manufacturer’s code,
and lock the ID Lock again.
1. Turn on the set-top box.
2. On the remote control, press STB once; it will
blink once. Then press and hold SETUP until
the STB key blinks twice.
3. Enter 9 8 2. The STB key will blink four
times, indicating ID Lock is unlocked.
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4. Perform the instructions under
“Programming Device Control” on page 8 to
program device control for the desired cable
converter or satellite receiver.
When you are done, perform steps 5 and 6 on
this page to again lock the ID Lock.
5. On the remote control, press STB once; it will
blink once. Then press and hold SETUP until
the STB key blinks twice.
6. Enter 9 8 2. The STB key will blink twice,
indicating ID Lock is again locked.
PROGRAMMING MACRO KEYS
The Potenza ST Universal Remote Control includes two
macro keys (located directly below the MUTE and LAST
keys). Macro keys allow you to set up key macros to
activate certain keys in a specific order. For example, you
can set up a key macro to change the channels on your
TV, raise or lower the volume, and start recording on
your VCR, all with the touch of one key. If you want to
change the macros stored in a previously-programmed
macro key, you’ll need to clear the key first (see
“Clearing a Macro Key” on page 20).
Programming a Macro Key
1. On the remote control, press and hold SETUP
until it blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 9 5. The SETUP key blinks twice.
3. Select a macro key (for example, F1) and
press it once.
4. Press the key sequence you want to program
into the macro. For example, to turn on your
TV and raise its volume, press the TV mode
key once, followed by pressing the VOL+ key
once.
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NOTE: You can program up to 15 key presses into one
macro.
5. Press and hold SETUP until it blinks twice.
6. To add another macro, repeat steps 1 through
5, substituting the new key sequence to be
added in step 4.
NOTE: Programming more than five macros on the
same macro key overwrites previous settings.
Clearing a Macro Key
1. On the remote control, press and hold SETUP
until the last-selected device key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 9 5. The SETUP key blinks twice.
3. Press the macro key you want to clear once.
4. Press and hold SETUP until the active mode
key blinks twice.
This macro key is now clear and ready for
reprogramming (see “Programming a Macro Key” on
page 19). If desired, repeat these to clear another
Tune-In key.
USING THE MASTER POWER KEY
The Potenza ST Remote Control has a unique feature
that allows you to sequentially turn up to five of your
home entertainment devices on or off with a single key
press.
NOTE: MASTER POWER (POWER) only works in the
STB mode. If it is not programmed, only the
set-top box will turn on or off. In any other
mode, pressing MASTER POWER (POWER)
once will turn the selected device on or off.
Programming the Master Power Key
1. On the remote control, press and hold SETUP
until the last-selected device key blinks twice.
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2. Enter 9 9 5. The last-selected device key
blinks twice.
3. Press POWER once.
4. For the first device you want in the power on
sequence, press a device key (e.g., STB) once.
Then press POWER once. For the second
device in the power sequence, press its key
once (e.g, TV). Then press POWER.
5. Repeat step 4 up to four more times to add the
second, third, fourth, and fifth device, as
desired.
6. To save the settings and exit the program:
a. Press STB once.
b. Press and hold SETUP until the STB key blinks
twice.
Using the Master Power Key
1. After programming, point the remote control
at the devices. Press STB once.
2. Press POWER once to sequentially turn the
programmed home entertainment devices on
or off.
You will see the devices turn on or off according to the
programmed sequence.
Clearing the Master Power Key
1. On the remote control, press and hold SETUP
until the last-selected device key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 9 5. The last-selected device key
blinks twice.
3. Press and release POWER.
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4. Press and hold SETUP until the STB key blinks
twice.
RE-ASSIGNING DEVICE KEYS
The Potenza ST Universal Remote Control can be set up
to control a second device of an already-assigned type.
For example, to have the unit control a TV, a set-top box,
and two audio devices (for example, two audio
receivers), re-assign the unused VCR key to operate the
second audio device as follows:
NOTE: VCR is preset at the factory to control an RCA
VCR. Performing the steps below will overwrite
those settings.
1. On the remote control, press VCR once; it will
blink once. Then press and hold SETUP until
the VCR key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 9 2. The VCR key will blink twice.
3. Press AUD once, then press VCR once. The VCR
key will blink twice.
The VCR key is now ready to be programmed for your
second audio device. See “Programming Device
Control” on page 8. To re-assign other device keys,
repeat these and substitute the key sequence using the
following chart:
NOTE: Only one device can be assigned to an unused
device key at a time.
To Re-Assign Perform Key Sequence
VCR as 2nd
AUD key
VCR as 2nd
TV key
VCR as 2nd
STB key
VCR back to
VCR
VCR SETUP 9 9 2 AUD VCR
VCR SETUP 9 9 2 TV VCR
VCR SETUP 9 9 2 STB VCR
VCR SETUP 9 9 2 VCR VCR
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To re-assign another unused device key, substitute it for
the VCR key above and then perform the sequence. For
example, to re-assign an unused AUD key as a second
DVD key, perform
AUD SETUP 9 9 2 DVD AUD.
When a re-assignment is done, the selected device key
(e.g., AUD) will blink twice to confirm your choice. At
that time, you will need to program device control (see
“Programming Device Control” on page 8).
CLEARING CUSTOM PROGRAMMING
The Potenza ST Remote Control contains a Custom
Programming Reset program. You can use it to remove
all custom programming, except your setup codes and
reassigned device keys.
IMPORTANT: Executing this program will erase all custom
settings for Volume Lock, Learned Keys,
Tune-In Keys, and Channel Lock. However,
your device programming remains.
1. On the remote control, press and hold SETUP
until the last-selected device key blinks twice.
2. Enter 9 8 0. The last-selected device key
blinks twice, pauses, and blinks twice again to
confirm that all custom programming is
cleared.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM: Device key does not blink when you press a
key.
SOLUTION: Replace the batteries with two (2) new AA
batteries (see “Installing Batteries” on page 8).
PROBLEM: Device key blinks when you press a key, but
home entertainment device does not respond.
SOLUTION: Make sure you are aiming the remote control
at your home entertainment device and that you are
within 15 feet of the device you are trying to control.
PROBLEM: The remote control does not control home
entertainment devices or commands are not performing
properly.
SOLUTION: Try all listed codes for the device brand
being set up. Make sure all devices can be operated with
an infrared remote control.
PROBLEM: TV/VCR Combo does not respond properly.
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SOLUTION: Use the VCR codes for your brand. Some
combo units may require both a TV code and a VCR
code for full operation (see page 10).
PROBLEM: No volume on a second TV.
SOLUTION: Follow instructions under “Changing
Volume Lock” on page 16.
PROBLEM: PLAY and STOP keys do not work on a
Motorola DCT-2000 cable converter.
SOLUTION: Re-program the STB key for cable code 0476
(see “Programming Device Control” on page 8).
PROBLEM: Tried Search Method and still could not find
a working code.
SOLUTION: Try the Search Method again after clearing
out the device key as follows:
a. Press and hold SETUP until device key blinks twice.
b. Enter 9 9 2.
c. Press and release the device key to be cleared twice.
PROBLEM: Remote control does not turn on Sony or
Sharp TV/VCR Combo.
SOLUTION: For power on, these products require
programming TV codes on the remote control. For Sony,
use TV code 0000 and VCR code 0032. For Sharp, use
TV code 0093 and VCR code 0048.
FCC NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This equipment has been verified to comply with the
limits for a class B computing device, pursuant to FCC
Rules. In order to maintain compliance with FCC
regulations, shielded cables must be used with this
equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment or
unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to
radio and TV reception. The user is cautioned that
changes and modifications made to the equipment
without the approval of manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This product does not have any user-serviceable parts.
Opening the case, except for the battery cover, may cause
permanent damage to your Potenza ST Universal Remote
Control.
• For help via the Internet, visit us at:
www.urcsupport.com
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of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in any retrieval system, or translated to any language, in
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