MRZ-260 Installation Manual
MRZ-260 Installation Manual ©2009-2013 Universal Remote Control, Inc. The information in this owner’s manual is copyright protected. No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Universal Remote Control, Inc. UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OPERATIONAL, TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS/OMISSIONS MADE IN THIS MANUAL.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Features and Benefits 2 Parts Guide 2 Installation 3 Testing 5 Front Blaster Overload 7 Disabling the Front Blaster - Step by Step via PC 7 Controlling Four Identical Components/Zones 8 Identical Components/Zones - Step by Step via PC 8 Programming For Multiple Equipment Locations 10 Limited Warranty Statement 11 End User Agreement 13 Frequently Asked Questions 14 Specifications 14 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 15
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Introduction The MRZ-260 base station is an “addressable” base station. MAC addressing gives you the ability to use an unlimited amount of MRZ260’s and allows the control of many identical components as needed throughout the house. The MRZ-260 is only compatible with 2.4 GHz remote controls (Z remotes) such as the MX-880Z. 1. The MX-880Z sends radio waves in every direction, so you don’t have to point the remote anymore! 2.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Features and Benefits Interference Rejection and Extended Range via Spread Spectrum The MRZ-260 receives RF (radio frequency) signals via it’s integrated RF receiver and antenna. A compatible RF remote such as the MX-880Z can be used with the MRZ-260 base station. Two Fixed IR Outputs one with RFTX URC Lighting Control The MRZ-260 is equipped with two fixed IR line outputs with standard 3.5 mm jacks for standard and sleeved IR emitter/flashers.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Installation and MAC Address Discovery 1. Unplug the MRZ-260. Test all IR commands and macros line of sight. 2. Power on all AV components including the TV. Turn on all of the lights and lower all dimmers to 50%. Power on anything that may create Interference (particularly devices with high speed microprocessors or hard drives). 3. Once all commands and macros work in direct line of sight, connect the MRZ-260 to its DC wall adapter and plug the wall adapter into a live AC outlet. 4.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION other device with a high speed microprocessor (these generate broad band Radio Frequency Interference -RFI). Of course, you should keep in mind that the emitter cables are 10’ long. 13. Observe the Status LED of the MRZ-260. The red POWER LED indicates that the MRZ-260 is powered on. The red STATUS LED flashes when a command is pressed from the remote. 14. Once you have found a location, test to see if the range is adequate and that macro reliability is perfect.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Testing Test a few commands for each device before fixing the flasher in place on the front panel of a device. Since TiVo, Replay TV, Satellite Receivers and Cable Boxes are all extremely sensitive to IR overload or saturation, you should test them thoroughly. Put up the on screen guide and test the navigation arrows. Compare operation via RF to the original remote control. Operation should be identical.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Integrating RFTX-1 to control URC Lighting Not only will you have greater control of your home theatre equipment now, you also have control of your URC Lighting. What better way to watch a movie and control your universe! 1. Simply plug the included RFTX-1 10’ pink connecting cable into the MRZ-260 pink fixed port #4. 2. Set the URC Lighting Device in the CCP Editor to RF and set the IR output to Port #4. 3. Download to the MX-880Z remote, set up your lights and begin controlling.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Front Blaster Overload A few models of audio/video components can be overloaded by the Front Blaster. If you are having intermittent or inconsistent results with a particular component, try repositioning the MRZ-260 and facing the Front Blaster in a different direction. If this improves the situation but is impractical, it may be necessary to utilize the selfadhesive flashers only and follow the steps below to Disable the Front Blaster.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Controlling Four Identical Components/Zones There are several considerations to take into account when you are installing an MRZ-260 to control an array of identical components: 1. Each identical component must receive IR commands ONLY from a dedicated Flasher affixed to its front panel or a rear panel direct IR input. The SIGNAL of the remote should be set to RF ONLY for each identical component. IR can still be utilized for other devices in your system! 2.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION If you look at the column for IR output, you can see that the default sends IR commands for all devices to ALL of the IR outputs. Both options must be changed for identical components. 3. Adjust the Signal For Each of the Identical Devices The RF Setup window enables you to adjust the Signal output for each device individually, by clicking on the intersection of a row and a column and then selecting RF from the two options shown in the pull down list box.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Programming For Multiple Equipment Locations You can operate an unlimited amount of different equipment locations within range of your MX-880Z remote, each with an MRZ-260 assigned with a unique MAC Address. You program each of your remotes to talk to the equipment locations you want by assigning each of your devices to a receiver. First, you must add and name your receivers for the locations they are placed in: 1.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Limited Warranty Statement 1. Limited Warranty and Disclaimers Universal Remote Control, Inc. (“URC”) warrants that the URC equipment shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage for one (1) year from purchase when such is purchased from URC. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States of America. URC warrants that the software will substantially conform in any material respect to its functional specifications at the time of delivery.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION PROVISIONS HEREIN, WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: (I) DAMAGE FROM MISUSE, NEGLECT OR ACTS OR NATURE, (II) MODIFICATIONS, (III) INTEGRATION WITH THIRD PARTY CONTENT (IV) BEYOND THE WARRANTY PERIOD AND/ OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW URC WARRANTY CLAIM PROCEDURE. The warranty limitations and warranty disclaimers may not apply to end user in whole or in part, where such are restricted or excluded by applicable law and such shall apply to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Such equipment is not eligible for URC tech support or software support, either. 2. URC’S Limitations of Liability IN NO EVENT SHALL URC BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR LOSS OF PROFITS OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, EVEN IF URC IS ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL URC BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO DATA, COMPUTER SYSTEMS OR COMPUTER PROGRAMS.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Frequently Asked Questions Can I use flasher/emitters that I have already installed in the system to connect to the MRZ-260? Yes, the flashers are compatible if they use 3.5mm mono mini plugs with the same polarity (Tip is data, sleeve is ground). It is important to notate the RFTX-1 shared port utilizes a sleeved emitter for long term use. I’m getting inconsistent operation regardless of flasher level or position. Some components are easily overloaded with IR from nearby flashers.
MRZ-260 BASE STATION Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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.
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