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universal
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U N IVE RSAL
Remote
Compatible with
today’s most
popular brands.
Consolidates
up to 4
remotes
Dedicated
MENU key
for DVD
navigation
See back
for most
popular brands.
Multi-Brand Use RCU404
remote
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 2 Table of Contents Product Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Battery Information and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Key Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Program for TV—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Program for VCR—Direct Entr
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 3 4 Component Universal Remote Congratulations on your purchase of the 4 component universal remote by RCA. This universal remote controls up to four electronic components and makes juggling remote controls a thing of the past. You can program this RCA 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). The 4 component univer
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 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. CHAN (Channel) UP AND DOWN: goes to the next highest or low
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 5 Program for TV— Direct Entry Method In order for the 4 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. Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search methods CODE INDICATOR to program this remote
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 6 Program for VCR— Direct Entry Method In order for the 4 component universal remote to control your VCR, you must program it with the code that matches your VCR. These instructions explain the preferred method of programming the remote—the Direct Entry method. 1. Manually turn on the VCR. 2. Locate the enclosed VCR Code List. Find your brand of VCR. Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program CODE INDICATOR this remote
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 7 Program for Satellite or Cable Box— Direct Entry Method In order for the 4 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. L
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 8 Program for DVD•AUX— Direct Entry Method In order for the 4 component universal remote to control your DVD player or auxiliary component, you must program it with the code that matches your component. The DVD•AUX key can be programmed to operate a DVD player or a second TV, VCR, DBS or cable box. These instructions explain the preferred method of programming the remote—the Direct Entry method. 1. Manually turn on the component you wish to assign to the
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 9 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. Note: The Code Search method may take a long time because the remote
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 10 Note: For DVD or AUX, Press (BLINK) DVD•AUX, then the component key corresponding to the component to be stored under the AUX key. For DVD, press DVD•AUX, then the VCR key. For an auxiliary component, press DVD•AUX, then the corresponding component key (TV, VCR, DBS•CABLE). 4. Aim the remote at the component ON•OFF 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
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 11 (BLINK) 5. The number that causes the indicator light to blink is the first digit of your code. 6. Repeat step 4 until you have retrieved all three numbers of the code. 7. Refer to the code box to write down the code for your component within the Direct Entry Section (pages 5-8) for the component just programmed. Sleep Feature This feature will automatically turn off your TV at a duration you choose from 1 to 99 minutes. PROGRAMMING SLEEP FEATURE 1.
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 12 Accessing a Menu System 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•AUX, or DBS•CABLE). (BLINK) 3. Press the MENU key. The indicator light blinks continuously to indicate MENU the remote is in Menu Mode and the component’s menu should appear on the TV screen. Highlighting and Selecting Menu Items To navigate On-screen Menus, use the VOL UP/DOWN and/or
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 13 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. Move closer and make sure you point the remote at the comp
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 14 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•AUX, or 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). • If you’re
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RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 15 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. will not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages or for an
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SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INSIDE RCU404_US_IB_REVB 7/16/03 15:34 Page 16 Consolidate four remote controls into one! Operates up to four components, including: • TV • VCR • Satellite receiver or Cable box • DVD or AUX Dedicated MENU key Operates menu system of major TV brands (most RCA, GE, and 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-controll
