Universal Remote Control (URS) MX-980 User Manual

Operating Your System

With the MX-980

This remote control was
Custom Programmed for you by:

For questions about your Custom Programming call:

Custom Programming of a complex home theater and/or a multi­room system is one of the most challenging tasks within an
audio/video installation. It involves an intimate knowledge of how the
components interact and exact details on the proper sequences of
control.

Only a Complete Control dealer has the requisite experience and
training to quickly and effectively customize a remote control for
true automated operation.

Congratulations on your choice!

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MX-980 OWNERS MANUAL

Introduction 1

Using the Color LCD & the Screen Buttons 1

Optional RF “No Rules” Operation 2

Connecting the Battery Pack 3

Using the Charging Base 4

Programmable Only by a URC Certified Professional 4

Selecting a New “Activity” 5

Using the MX-980 to Control an “Activity” 6

Displaying the Setup Screens 7

Main Settings Menu 8

Adjusting the Display 8

Sound Volume 9

System Settings Menu 9

Information Menu 10

Setting Time 10

Limited Warranty Statement 11

End User Agreement 13

Specifications 14

Information To The User 15

Precautions and Information Concerning

Rechargeable Lithium Ion Batteries 15

Warning 15

MX-980 OWNERS MANUAL

Congratulations!

You’ve purchased a unique synthesis of hardware and software engi­neering, the Complete Control MX-980. The MX-980 achieves a mag­nificent combination of power and flexibility, simplifying and automat­ing operation of even the most complex system.

Automatic Backlighting

The integral motion sensor detects any movement of the remote con­trol and automatically backlights the screen. You do not have to
press any button to display the screen. Any movement of the MX­980 renews the backlighting.

Integrated Sound Signaling

The MX-980 incorporates a small speaker for beeps. Anytime you
press a button, the MX-980 signals that it has understood your com­mand with a beep sound.

Using the Color LCD and the Screen Buttons

The MX-980 is equipped with a bright
easy to read LCD screen which your
installer will customize for your system.
The screen labels the eight hard buttons
(easy to find by feel) positioned on
either side of the screen. Normally, the
screen is “split” so each button is allo­cated to a specific function (as shown
on the right). This provides you with the
ability to see and operate up to 8 func­tions on a single screen.

However, your installer can combine
two buttons to create a single row that
can be accessed by either adjacent but­ton. This simplifies operation for the
entire family and enables convenient
operation for both left and right-handed
users for important functions you use
frequently.

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Optional RF “No Rules” Operation

In combination with an MSC-400 Master System Controller, or an
RF Base Station, the MX-980 can control your system without being
in line-of-sight of the equipment.

The MSC-400 enhances the capabilities of the MX-980 by storing
and issuing Smart Macros to your main system components. It is
triggered by RF Smart Macro commands via RF (radio frequency). In
addition, your MX-980 can control components in secondary
rooms and systems via MRF-350 or MRF-260 RF base stations

1. The MX-980 sends
radio waves in every
direction, so you
don’t have to point
the remote anymore!

2. The RFX-250 RF Sensor can be freely
positioned for optimal reception.

3. The MSC-400 can control IR, RS232 and Relay
controlled devices.

4. Self-adhesive “Flashers” affix to the
Infrared sensors on the front panels
of your components. Uniquely, all
Complete Control base stations can
also connect to componenets with
rear panel IR Inputs via adjustable
IR Line Outputs. The MSC-400
offers RS-232 control via rear panel

connections as well.

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Connecting the Battery Pack

Open the battery cover by
depressing the release and
pulling back the cover on the
back of the control. Remove
the cover.

Observe the three contacts for
the battery at the bottom left of
the battery compartment.

Observe the contacts on the
battery

First, angle the battery so that
the contacts connect to the
contacts inside the battery
compartment. Then let the
base of the battery down.
Apply gentle pressure against
the spring action of the con­tacts to fit the battery into
place.

Now, replace the battery cover.

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