5-1924.fm Page 1 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM Cat. No. 15-1924 OWNER’S MANUAL 7-in-1 Remote Control with Lighted Keypad Plug ’n Power Compatible Please read before using this equipment.
15-1924.fm Page 2 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM FEATURES Your RadioShack 7-in-1 Remote Control can replace up to seven infrared remote controls. You can use it to control your TV, VCR, cable box, satellite receiver, and even lights and appliances with Plug ’n Power modules (not included). The 7-in-1 is preprogrammed with the most commonly used commands. All you have to do is tell it which TV, VCR, or other components’ remote controls you want to replace (by entering 3-digit codes).
15-1924.fm Page 3 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM Convenient Keypad Design — each key is positioned for easy operation. Toll Free Support — you can get expert help for your 7-in-1 Remote Control by calling 1-800-9894706. Note: You need four AAA batteries (not supplied) to power your 7-in-1 Remote Control.
15-1924.fm Page 4 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM CONTENTS How the 7-in-1 Works ..................................... 5 Preparation ..................................................... 7 Installing Batteries ...................................... 7 Lighting the Keys ........................................ 8 Device Types .............................................. 8 Setting Up Your 7-in-1 ................................ 9 Using Two or More Similar Devices .. 10 Operation ...............................
15-1924.fm Page 5 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM HOW THE 7-IN-1 WORKS Your RadioShack 7-in-1 Remote Control was designed to control the most commonly used functions on your TV, VCR, cable converter, CD player, satellite receiver, audio equipment, and Plug ’n Power devices. When you set up the 7-in-1 Remote Control, its command keys work like the keys on your original remote controls.
15-1924.fm Page 6 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM Key Function GUIDE Displays the main menu on direct-to-home satellite systems. REC, PAUSE, PLAY, REW, FF, STOP Control VCR functions and are used to select options and navigate in your Surround Sound system, satellite system, or other similar device. TIMER Used to set the timer to automatically switch off the TV after 60 minutes. Or, to turn on or off a lamp/appliance module or turn off all modules after 1 to 99 minutes in the Plug ’n Power mode.
15-1924.fm Page 7 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM PREPARATION INSTALLING BATTERIES You need four AAA batteries to power your remote control. We recommend alkaline batteries, such as RadioShack Cat. No. 23-558. Cautions: • Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type. • Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities. • Do not press any of the 7-in-1’s keys while installing batteries.
15-1924.fm Page 8 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM LIGHTING THE KEYS Press to light the keys on the remote for about 5 seconds. If you press a key when the keys are lit, the keys stay lit for about 5 more seconds. To turn off the light before it automatically turns off, press again.
15-1924.fm Page 9 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM SETTING UP YOUR 7-IN-1 1. Refer to “Manufacturers’ Codes” on Page 23 and write down the codes for your original remote controls. Notes: • Some manufacturers have several possible codes listed. Try each until you find the right one. See “If You Have Problems” on Page 20 if you cannot find the correct code. • If you want to set up your 7-in-1 to control a combination TV/VCR (such as Cat. No.
15-1924.fm Page 10 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM 5. Point the 7-in-1 Remote Control at your device and press POWER (All Lts On) (or CHANNEL + (On) for some cable boxes). Your device should turn off (or on, if it was off). If the remote does not operate your device, try the other codes listed in “Manufacturers’ Codes” on Page 23 for your brand of TV, VCR, cable converter, or other device. 6. Repeat Steps 2–5 for additional devices.
15-1924.fm Page 11 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM OPERATION 1. Press the device key for the device you want to control, then point the 7-in-1 at the device and press POWER (All Lts On) (or CHANNEL + (On) for some cable converters) to turn the device on. 2. Repeat Step 1 for all other devices you want to operate. 3. Point the 7-in-1 toward the device you want to control, then press the appropriate device key and the desired command keys.
15-1924.fm Page 12 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM In this case, you must press the desired device key before you use the remote control’s CHANNEL + (On) or CHANNEL – (Off) keys. • If you selected AUX1 or AUX2, you can punch-through TV, VCR, or CBL if you have not programmed AUX1 or AUX2 as a TV, VCR, or CBL device. USING THE 7-IN-1’S TIMER This feature lets you set your 7-in-1 to turn off your TV after 60 minutes. 1. Press TIMER on the 7-in-1. 2. Within 15 seconds, press ENT on the 7-in-1.
15-1924.fm Page 13 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM Entering a Plug ’n Power House Code Your IR Command Console or Plug ’n Power Wireless Remote Control System uses a master code called a house code (see your IR Command Console’s or Plug ‘n Power Wireless Remote Control System’s Owner’s Manual for more information). 1. Press Plug ’n Power on the 7-in-1 Remote Control. 2. Hold down SET UP on the 7-in-1 until the red light above turns on. 3.
15-1924.fm Page 14 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM 5. Hold down SET UP on the 7-in-1 until the red light above turns on. 6. Press Plug ’n Power, then enter 0 – 1 – 4 on the 7-in-1. The red light turns off. 7. Press Plug ’n Power on the 7-in-1. 8. To turn on all light and appliance modules set to the same house code as the IR command console, press POWER (All Lts On) on the 7in-1, or ALL LIGHTS ON on the IR command console.
-1924.fm Page 15 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM Controlling Lights and Appliances Using a Control Center Module Follow these steps to control Plug ’n Power modules with your 7-in-1 using your Plug ’n Power Wireless Remote Control System’s control center module. 1. Plug the control center module’s power cord into any standard AC outlet. 2. Set the house code dial on top of the control center module to the same letter as your Plug ’n Power modules. 3.
15-1924.fm Page 16 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM 9. To brighten or dim lights connected to lamp and appliance modules, press the digit key for the module you want to control. Then hold down VOLUME + (Brt) or VOLUME – (Dim) on the 7-in-1. Release the key when the desired level of brightness is reached. Note: You must select the individual light to brighten or dim even if you used POWER (All Lts On) on the 7-in-1 to turn on all the lights at the same time.
15-1924.fm Page 17 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM Note: If the code you entered is invalid, the red light flashes for about 3 seconds. 5. Use the 7-in-1’s number keys to enter the time you want to set. For example, if you want to enter 15 minutes, press 1–5 . When the red light blinks once, the 7-in-1 has accepted the code. Note: If the time you entered is invalid, the red light flashes for about 3 seconds. Start again from Step 1. 6. Press ENT on the 7-in-1. The red light turns off.
15-1924.fm Page 18 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM • You can store a command into any of the 7in-1’s keys except SET UP, LEARN, Plug ’n Power, TV, VCR, CBL, CD, AUX1, AUX2, SAT, SHIFT, ENT, and TIMER. • You can store a command in one of the 7-in1’s keys where you have to press SHIFT then the key to activate the command. This lets you store more commands.
15-1924.fm Page 19 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM from a VCR’s original remote control, press PLAY on the 7-in-1. If the key you want to program is already used for another command, press SHIFT before pressing the key. For example, to store the command SHIFT-PLAY, press SHIFT then PLAY on the 7-in-1. 7. On the original remote control, hold down the key that you want your 7-in-1 to learn until the red light on the 7-in-1 blinks once.
15-1924.fm Page 20 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS MANUAL CODE SEARCH If the 7-in-1 Remote Control does not operate your remote-controlled devices when you first set it up, you might have to manually find the correct code for your devices. You can try all the codes listed in “Manufacturers’ Codes” on Page 23 for the brand of your device, or you can follow these steps to search the 7-in-1’s entire library. 1. Manually turn on the device you want to set up. 2.
15-1924.fm Page 21 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM • Because the 7-in-1’s library has so many codes, this procedure can take several minutes. • If your device turns off during the search, but does not operate after you lock in the code, begin the search again, pausing longer between key presses. If necessary, repeat these steps for each device.
15-1924.fm Page 22 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM TROUBLESHOOTING If the 7-in-1 Remote Control stops working after you have successfully tested the control for each device, or if you are unable to get the remote control to work at all, check these things: • Be sure you press the device key for the device you want to control before you press any other key. • Confirm that your remote control devices are working properly by using the original remote control or the manual controls. • Replace the batteries.
15-1924.fm Page 23 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM MANUFACTURERS’ CODES The following list tells you which 3-digit codes to enter to set up the 7-in-1 Remote Control. Notes: • The 7-in-1 Remote Control might not have every command of your original remote controls. • A key on the 7-in-1 Remote Control that has the same name as a key on your original remote control might have a slightly different function. Manufacturer Code(s) RadioShack Cat. No.
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15-1924.fm Page 43 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack 7-in-1 Remote Control is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your 7-in-1 so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the 7-in-1 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids can contain minerals that corrode electronic circuits. Handle the 7-in-1 gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases and can cause it to work improperly.
15-1924.fm Page 44 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM SPECIFICATIONS Power ....................................... 4 AAA Batteries Control Range: IR .................................... 20 Feet (6.096 M) RF .................................. 100 Feet (30.48 M) Dimensions (HWD) ...... 8 1/2 ¥ 27/16 ¥ 11/16 Inches (21.6 ¥ 6.26 ¥ 2.65 cm) Weight (Without Batteries) .......... 5.1 oz. (144 g) Specifications are typical; individual units might vary.
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15-1924.fm Page 48 Monday, July 19, 1999 12:50 PM Limited Ninety-Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack companyowned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.
