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Contents Introduction .........................................................................................................................5 Getting to know your remote ...........................................................................................5 How your Harmony 1100 works ..................................................................................5 Activities, devices, and inputs.......................................................................................
Changing the order of Activities on your Harmony 1100 screen ............................22 Setting up your favorite channels...............................................................................22 Changing how buttons work in an Activity ................................................................23 Adding custom-labeled buttons to an Activity ..........................................................23 Adding a slideshow to your Harmony 1100 screen ............................................
Removing the RF Wireless Extender from your network ...........................................40 Getting help with your Harmony remote ......................................................................41 Contacting Customer Support ...................................................................................41 Finding answers to questions .....................................................................................41 Getting help with your online setup ....................................
Introduction You’re about to experience a new standard in simplicity with even the most complex components. With just one touch you can start watching, listening or playing. Whether you’re new to Harmony products or you consider yourself an expert, this User Manual provides you with useful information to get you going. Getting to know your remote How your Harmony 1100 works The Harmony 1100 is an Activity-based infrared (IR) universal remote control.
The buttons on your Harmony 1100 The Harmony 1100 buttons can have different functions or control different devices, depending on which Activity you’re in. For example, when you watch a DVD, the volume button controls your stereo while the Play and Pause buttons control your DVD player.
Navigation icons The navigation icons are displayed in the corners of the LCD screen. Different icons are displayed, depending on which screen you are in. Pressing the icon takes you to the desired screen. Home Takes you to the Activity home screen of your Harmony remote. Settings Provides access to the Slideshow, Remote Settings, and the Devices home screen. 12 3 Numeric Entry Displays a numeric or alpha-numeric keypad to change channels, CDs, and more, depending on the Activity.
What’s on the Harmony 1100 screen Commands common to your Activity Help When you’re in an Activity, your Harmony 1100 screen displays all the commands you need for that Activity. For example, if you’re watching TV, your screen displays functions and commands for your Set Top Box and your AV Receiver.
Status icons The status indicator flashes whenever an IR command is being sent from your Harmony 1100. The battery indicator shows the battery level or charging status. To ensure your Harmony stays properly charged, see Charging your remote remote. The clock is on your main Activity screen so you always know what time it is.
Using your Harmony 1100 Selecting an Activity The Activities screen displays the Activities you created for the remote. You can start an Activity by touching the item on the screen. Help Play Music Play Game Watch TV Listen to Radio Watch VCR Play DVD Thurs, July 11:45 PM Activities Switching between Activities To select a new Activity, press the Activities button, and then select the Activity you want to enjoy.
Using the Help button When you start an Activity, the Harmony 1100 sends out commands to turn your devices on and sets them to the right input. However, if someone walks between your Harmony 1100 and the TV when you press Watch TV, or you’re too far away from the system when you start an Activity, or the remote isn’t aimed at your entertainment system, the command may not reach the device. This causes the device to not respond and your Harmony 1100 becomes “out of sync” with your devices.
Controlling your devices individually When you first set up an Activity, the Harmony Remote Software automatically assigns common commands for you to use in that Activity. For example, when you set up Watch TV, the Harmony Remote Software maps the channel and volume buttons in that Activity so that you can change channels and adjust the volume. You may need a command that you use only once in awhile that is not in the Activity. To do this, from the Harmony remote: 1.
Setting up your Harmony 1100 for the first time Overview of the setup process When you insert the Harmony remote CD in your computer, the guided online setup launches. Follow the easy setup instructions to install the Harmony Remote Software. For more information on installing the Harmony Remote Software, refer to the Installation Guide. After the software installs, start the Harmony Remote Software.
1. Creating your user account When you start the Harmony Remote Software for the first time, you must create a user account. To create a user account, from the Harmony Remote Software: 1. Click Create New Account. 2. Complete the required account information. 3. Follow the instructions in the setup wizard. After you create your user account, the Harmony Remote Software opens your home page each time you log in.
3. Setting up the devices you want to control The guided online setup asks you to enter your device information. Enter the information for all the entertainment components you want to control with your Harmony 1100. You should use the Device Worksheet to gather all your device information before starting the setup process. To set up the devices you want to control, from the Harmony Remote Software: 1. Select the Device Type for each of your devices. 2. Select the Manufacturer for each device. 3.
5. Updating the remote After you enter your device and Activity information, the software saves your information. It also transfers the information to your Harmony 1100. After the software updates your remote, you’re ready to test your setup. For specific details about testing your setup, see the chapter on Testing your Setup.
Testing your setup Every time you update your Harmony 1100, you should test your remote to make sure it’s working the way you expect. This chapter gives you the information you need to test your remote. It also has some suggestions on what to check while you’re testing your setup. If you run into specific issues while testing your remote, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual for suggestions and possible fixes for your problems. The process of testing your Harmony 1100 is straightforward.
Changing your setup Whether you get a new device or want to change the behavior of some buttons, you may need to make changes to your Harmony 1100 setup. The following sections provide you with the information to help you with these tasks. Adding and changing your Activities To add or change an Activity, from the Harmony Remote Software: 1. Select the Activities tab. 2. To add an Activity, click Add Activity. Activity. 3. To remove an Activity, click the icon for the Activity you want to remove. 4.
Adding an extra device (passthrough) to an Activity A passthrough device is a device that you add to your system that a signal passes through unaltered. For example, if you use your DVD recorder (or VCR) to record shows from your satellite or set top box, you may need to add your DVD recorder as a passthrough device. In these examples, the DVD Recorder and the A/V Switch are used as passthrough devices.
Customizing the on-remote help Using the Harmony Remote Software, you can customize the Harmony 1100 on-remote help by selecting between two types of help: • Smart Help Asks questions about the devices that are on during a specific Activity. To customize the on-remote help, from the Harmony Remote Software: 1. Select the Remote Settings tab. 2. Click Display Settings. Settings. 3. Follow the online instructions.
Customizing your Harmony 1100 You can customize your Harmony 1100 to make the screen look and act the way you want. Renaming an Activity There may be times when you may want to rename an Activity to something that is more meaningful for you. To rename an Acitvity, from the Harmony Remote Software: 1. Select the Activities tab. 2. In the Activity you want to rename, click Settings Settings. 3. Select Rename .
Favorite channel icons For optimal results, use a .jpg or .png with the following image dimensions: • Width: 55 pixels • Height: 55 pixels deshow images to fit your remote display The maximum file size is 160 KB. Changing how buttons work in an Activity When you select an Activity, your Harmony 1100 turns on all the required entertainment devices, sets up the device inputs correctly, and sets up the remote buttons to control the devices in the Activity.
To customize the buttons that appear on the Harmony 1100 screen, from the Harmony Remote Software: 1. 2. 3. 4. Select the Activities tab. Select the Activity for which you want to customize a button. Click Customize Buttons. Buttons Follow the online instructions. Naming buttons that appear on the remote’s screen When you create a custom name for a button, think about how the name will look on the remote’s screen. We recommend keeping button names to 10 characters or less.
Changing the backlight settings The Harmony 1100 senses when you pick it up, and lights up the display and buttons. To set the length of time the backlight stays on, change the color of the backlight, or change the brightness level of the backlight, from your Harmony remote screen: 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the Settings icon . Select Remote Settings. Select Backlight. Follow the online instructions.
Adding additional features to your Harmony 1100 It’s possible that a device’s commands are not recognized by your Harmony 1100. Maybe you have a very rare device? Or a new one? Although we update our device list regularly, there are always new devices in the market. To remedy this, you can teach your Harmony remote how to control this device by using the device’s original remote.
• • Start infrared commands that select inputs (for example, on a stereo receiver) with the prefix “Input”. Don’t name the input based on what you’ve connected to your device, rather name it based on what it’s called on the front of the device, or on the remote control (for example, InputAux, InputVideo1, InputTape, InputDVD). InputDVD). Types of delays or speed settings If your device doesn’t react to a command from the Harmony 1100, it may be because the delay setting needs to be adjusted.
Inter-Device Delay The Inter-Device Delay is the amount of time between commands for different devices when you start an Activity. The Inter-Device Delay is also the time between the next sequence of commands that are sent to other devices within an Activity. Example: My DVD player doesn’t always turn on when I start the Activity. I can get the DVD player to turn on by using the Help button, however I don’t want to use Help every time.
Maintaining your Harmony 1100 Testing your remote settings after a remote upgrade After you finish making any changes to your Harmony 1100 configuration, you should test the new setup to ensure everything is working the way you expect. This testing process is the same as the one you did when you set up your Harmony 1100 for the first time.
Troubleshooting problems with your Harmony 1100 In this section, you’ll find some commonly reported issues and the suggested solutions. These solutions may help you fix problems you’re experiencing. If you still cannot fix the problem, refer to Getting help with your Harmony 1100. The TV doesn’t turn on when starting an Activity, but using the Help button on the remote fixes the issue. • Try increasing the Inter-Device Delay for your television.
The On Demand command isn’t on the Harmony 1100 for the Watch TV Activity. • You can map the command to any unused button on the Harmony 1100 or on the remote’s screen. The command is likely in our database, but wasn’t mapped to the Activity. If we’re missing the command, the Harmony 1100 can learn it from your original remote. For more information, see Teaching your Harmony 1100 new commands using your old remote. The Harmony Remote software is unable to communicate with the Harmony 1100.
Figuring out which inputs your system uses One of the most important parts of creating Activities for your Harmony remote is determining which inputs your system uses for each device. This chapter gives you some suggestions on how to figure out which inputs your entertainment system uses if you’re not sure. Inputs are how the devices in your entertainment system are connected. For example, your DVD or cable box is connected to your TV through an input.
Option 3 — Select the input from an on-screen menu In this case, your device uses an on-screen menu from which you can select the input you want. When you press the source button, the menu appears on your TV screen. Then, you use another button on the remote to choose the input you want, and then a third button to select the input. For example, you press the source button to display the on-screen menu, the arrow keys to select an input, and then the OK button to enter your selection.
Step 2 — Watch the TV In this step, you must use your TV’s original remote control to switch between inputs. 1. Using your TV’s original remote, select each input one-at-a-time. 2. For each input, note which device appears to be connected to that input. For example, if you switch to VIDEO 1 and see your DVD playing, you know your DVD player is connected to VIDEO 1. 3. Repeat step 2 for each input.
RF Wireless Extender The RF Wireless Extender extends the range of your Harmony remote so that you can control devices that are not in plain view. For example, you can put the components of your entertainment system inside a cabinet and close the door and still be able to turn them on and off, or you can turn on a component that is located in a different room.
Setting up the RF Wireless Extender To set up the RF Wireless Extender, from your Harmony Remote Software home page: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Click the Remote Settings tab. Click Manage Remotes. Click Add. In “Which product would you like to add?”, click Wireless Extender. Click Next. Follow the online instructions until you reach the screen “Now it’s time to test the setup.” You must update the RF Wireless Extender whenever you change the configuration of your remote.
Controlling a device with the RF Wireless Extender If you set the RF Wireless Extender to control a device, the following events occur when you select an Activity: 1. The remote sends radio frequency (RF) signals to the RF Wireless Extender. 2. The RF Wireless Extender converts the RF signals to infrared (IR) signals. 3. The RF Wireless Extender sends the IR signals to the device.
Installing the RF Wireless Extender You have a lot of flexibility where you can install the RF Wireless Extender. You can mount it on a wall or you can install it inside the cabinet where your devices are located. Before you install the RF Wireless Extender, you should decide what you are doing with the emitters. If you are attaching emitters to the devices, then the RF Wireless Extender has to be within connecting distance to the devices.
Attaching the emitters To attach the emitters: 1. Locate the area on the device where the signals are received. 2. Attach an emitter directly to this area, or if you do not want to place the emitter on the device, attach it to a surface above, below, or in front of this area on the device. 3. Connect the other end of the IR emitter cable to a port on the RF Wireless Extender. You don’t have to attach the emitters if all of the components of your system are within range of the RF Wireless Extender blaster.
Assigning a device to a specific port on the RF Wireless Extender You can assign a device to a specific port on the RF Wireless Extender. This allows multiple identical devices to be controlled independently from just one RF Wireless Extender. For example, you can assign one DVD player to one port and a different DVD player to another port. To assign a device to a specific port on the RF Wireless Extender, from your Harmony Remote Software home page: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Getting help with your Harmony remote Contacting Customer Support If you’re experiencing problems and can’t find the solution, our courteous and expert professionals can assist! From your home page, click the More Help button located in the Tip Center and then select the Contact Us tab. Finding answers to questions You can access our online help to search for topics or Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). From your home page, click the More Help button located in the Tip Center.
Using the On-Remote Help When one or more of your devices don’t power on or off, or when they don’t switch inputs correctly, you can use the Help button on the remote for simple troubleshooting. Answer the questions on your Harmony remote to re-synchronize it with your entertainment system. See Using the Help button. Logitech’s Harmony Remote user forums You can also access the user forums to see what other users like you’re discussing. Simply go to http://forums.logitech.com/.
Appendix A - Device Information In the Add Devices step of the setup software, you will need to enter information about the components in your entertainment system. Fill out this worksheet to use as your guide. List the entertainment components below that you would like your new remote to control.
Appendix B - Glossary Amplifier A stereo component that outputs to speakers, and increases the gain or level of an audio signal. An amplifier doesn’t typically include a radio. Anamorphic views Also referred to as Enhanced for Widescreen, or Enhanced for 16:9. The process that horizontally shrinks a 16:9 image into a 4:3 space to convert images between widescreen and typical television image aspect ratio. Used on many DVDs. Aspect ratio The ratio of image width to image height.
Passthrough A device that routes video or audio from one device to another device. Personal Video Recorder Contains an internal recorder and player that records and plays video without the use of a removable tape or disc. Typically PVRs (PVR) can pause, rewind, instantly replay, and play slow-motion for live or recorded TV. Examples of PVR service providers are TiVo, ReplayTV, UltimateTV, and Keen PM.
Stereo receiver Also referred to as a tuner or a receiver. A stereo receiver is any component that receives or tunes, broadcast signals, or AM/FM radio. Typically refers to the single component that includes a preamplifier, surround processor, multi-channel amplifier, and AM/FM tuner. Tuner Also referred to as a receiver or a stereo receiver. A tuner is any component that receives or tunes, broadcast signals, or AM/FM radio.
Appendix C - Product Specification LCD Size LCD Resolution LCD Screen Touch Screen Technology Power Source Power Type Brands Supported Devices Supported Maximum number of devices per account Backlit keypad Backlight Color IR Learning IR Transmitters IR Transmission Range Weight Dimensions Supported Platforms 3.5" Diagonal 320 x 240 (QVGA) 64K Color Resistive Rechargeable Lithium Ion 5,000+ 225,000+ 15 Yes White Yes (Up to 200 Khz) 2 Up to 65ft 7.2 oz (with battery installed) 5.48” x 4.09” x 0.
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