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• Reset the remote. Remove the batteries, then press and

hold the number 1 key on the remote for several seconds
to reset the microprocessor inside the remote. Release the
number 1 key, reinstall the batteries, and press the

ON·OFF

key. If the LED indicator light turns on,

reprogram the remote and try again. If it doesn’t light up,
replace the batteries with new ones.

Problem: The remote can’t be programmed to operate
your component.

• If you are testing the remote after you have entered the

code, 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
component (VCR or DVD player when programming the

VCR•DVD

key; TV when programming the

key; cable

box or satellite receiver when you’re programming the

SAT·CBL

key).

• If you’ve used the Direct Entry programming method to

enter the codes for your brand and the unit is still not
functioning properly, try the Code Search method. (See
Code Search on page 5)

• To control combo TV/VCR or TV/DVD units, you must

program both the

key and the

VCR·DVD

key. Once

programmed successfully, the

key controls the TV

functions on your unit, and the

VCR·DVD

key controls the

VCR or DVD functions. There is a specific section in the
Code Lists for combo units. The codes in this section
should be tried first using Direct Code Entry on the

and

VCR·DVD

keys. If this is unsuccessful, follow the

normal programming methods for both the

and the

VCR·DVD

keys.

• Make sure the batteries are fresh and are

properly installed.

Problem: The remote is not performing commands properly.

• You must put the remote in the correct mode by

pressing the corresponding component key (

VCR•DVD

SAT·CBL

) 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.

• If you’re trying to turn on an RCA, GE or PROSCAN

component, press the component key (

VCR·DVD

SAT·CBL

) instead of the

ON·OFF

key.

• If you’re trying to change channels, try pressing the

key after entering the channel number as this is a
requirement of certain models and brands.

Troubleshooting (continued)

• There is a possibility that a programmed code may only

be able to control some of your component features
(e.g., only turns a component on and off). To confirm
that the component key is programmed with the correct
code for maximum functionality, test the component.
Attempt to control a variety of the component’s
functions with the remote. If some of the features of
your components do not work, try programming the
remote with a different code in the list (using the Direct
Entry Method) until you find the code that allows the
remote to control the majority of your component’s
functions. Different codes can provide different levels
of functionality.

Problem: The LED indicator light does not turn on when you
press a key.

• You must put the remote in the correct mode by

pressing the corresponding component key (

VCR·DVD

SAT·CBL

) so the remote knows which

component you want to operate.

• You may have pressed an invalid key for the mode the

remote is in.

• Make sure the batteries are fresh and are properly

installed. (See Battery Installation on page 3). Replace
the batteries with two new AAA batteries, if necessary.
Reprogramming may be required.

Problem: The VCR won’t record.