RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 1 U N I V E R S A L Remote T ON RO L S 3 P S UP TO O N E N T Consolidates up to 3 remotes Dedicated MENU key for DVD navigation remote M Multi-Brand Use C C O universal Compatible with today’s most popular brands. See back for most popular brands.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 2 Table of Contents Product Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Battery Installation and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Key Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Program for TV—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 3 3 Component Universal Remote Congratulations on your purchase of the 3 component universal remote. This universal remote controls up to three electronic components and makes juggling remote controls a thing of the past. You can program this RCA brand universal remote to operate most models of most brands of infrared, remote-controlled components manufactured after 1990. (See the enclosed Code List for a complete list of brands.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 4 Other Keys (listed alphabetically) 0-9 (Number Keys): operate the same as number keys on your original remote and are used to enter component codes when programming the remote control with Direct Entry method. ANTENNA: in TV mode, switches between the signal coming from a satellite receiver or cable box and an off-air antenna. In VCR mode, switches between the signal coming from a VCR and a TV.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 5 Program for TV— Direct Entry Method In order for the 3 component universal remote to control your TV, you must program it with the TV code that matches your TV. These instructions explain the preferred method of programming the remote—the Direct Entry method. 1. Manually turn on the TV. 2. Locate the enclosed TV Code List. Find your brand of TV.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 6 Program for DVD or VCR— Direct Entry Method In order for the 3 component universal remote to control your DVD or VCR, you must program it with the code that matches your component. The VCR•DVD key can be programmed to operate either a DVD or a VCR player. These instructions explain the preferred method of programming the remote— the Direct Entry method. 1. Manually turn on the VCR or DVD player. 2. Locate the enclosed VCR or DVD Code List.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 7 Program for Satellite or Cable Box— Direct Entry Method In order for the 3 component universal remote to control your satellite or cable box, you must program it with the code that matches your component. The DBS•CABLE key can be programmed to operate either a satellite receiver or a cable box. These instructions explain the preferred method of programming the remote—the Direct Entry method. 1. Manually turn on the satellite receiver or cable box. 2.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 8 Code Search Methods If your component’s brand isn’t listed in the Code List or you have tried all of the codes for your brand and the remote does not operate your component, use one of the Code Search methods below—Manual Code Search or Auto Code Search. Both Code Search methods search all of the codes because your component’s code may be listed under another brand in the code list.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 9 4. Aim the remote at the component and press the ON•OFF key once. The remote automatically sends every code for the specified component one at a time, with a 3 second delay between each code. Keep the remote aimed at the component throughout the process. (BLINK) ON•OFF 5. As soon as the component turns off, you must press the ENTER key immediately so the remote stores the correct code.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 10 Sleep Feature (Select Models Only) This feature will automatically turn off your TV at a duration you choose from 1 to 99 minutes. PROGRAMMING SLEEP FEATURE INDICATOR LIGHT SLEEP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1. Press and hold the SLEEP key until the indicator light illuminates. Release the SLEEP key. 2. Enter time in minutes using the numerical key pad. The indicator light should turn off. (Minute 1 thru 9: press 0 before the actual number. Maximum: 99 minutes).
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 11 Accessing a Menu System DBS• VCR• CABLE DVD TV 1. Make sure your components are turned on and your TV is set to the component's input. 2. Press the component key on the remote (TV, VCR•DVD or DBS•CABLE). (BLINK) MENU 3. Press the MENU key. The indicator light blinks continuously to indicate the remote is in Menu Mode and the component’s menu should appear on the TV screen.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 12 Troubleshooting Problem: The remote can’t be programmed to operate your component. • You may be too far away from the component or at a wrong angle. This remote uses IR (infrared) technology to communicate with components. The remote sends the code and the component’s IR sensor reads the code. Therefore, there must be an unobstructed path between the remote and the IR sensor on the component.
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 13 Problem: The remote is not performing commands properly. • You must put the remote in the correct mode by pressing the corresponding component key (TV, VCR•DVD, DBS•CABLE) so the remote knows which component you want to operate. • Make sure component is “ready” (e.g., DVD player has disc loaded; VCR has tape loaded, etc.) • You may have pressed an invalid key for the mode the remote is in (for example, REC only works in VCR mode).
RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 14 Limited 90-Day Warranty THOMSON INC. warrants that for 90 days from date of purchase, it will replace this product if found to be defective in materials or workmanship. Return it postage prepaid to the Product Exchange Center address for prompt, no-charge replacement with a current equivalent. This replacement is THOMSON INC.’s sole obligation under this warranty. THOMSON INC.
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RCU300_US_IB_REVC 7/16/03 15:17 Page 16 INS SET TRU -UP INS CTIO IDE NS Consolidate three remote controls into one! Operates up to three components, including: • TV • DVD or VCR • Cable box Dedicated MENU key Operates menu system of major TV brands (most RCA, GE, PROSCAN) and some other popular brands. Operates DVD disc menus! Compatible with today’s most popular brands! Your RCA universal remote control is compatible with most brands of infrared remote-controlled components manufactured after 1990.
