RCA RCU600M - Universal Remote Control User Manual

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U N I V E R S A L

Remote

Consolidates up to 6 remotes

Home Theatre™ Keys take full advantage of your Home

Theatre equipment with Surround

Sound Control

Compatible with today’s most popular brands.

Multi-

Brand Use

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RCU600M


Table of Contents

Product Diagram...................................................................................... 2

Introduction .............................................................................................. 3

Battery Information and Installation.................................................... 3

Key Descriptions ...................................................................................... 3

Primary Key Descriptions for VIDEO Operations............................ 4

Secondary Key Descriptions for AUDIO Operations ...................... 5

Program for TV—Direct Entry Method .............................................. 5

Program for VCR—Direct Entry Method .......................................... 6

Program for DVD/CD Systems—Direct Entry Method.............. 6–7

Program for SATELLITE—Direct Entry Method .............................. 7

Program for CABLE BOX—Direct Entry Method ............................ 8

Program for AUDIO Systems—Direct Entry Method.................. 8–9

Operating AUDIO System Functions .................................................. 9

Code Search Methods .......................................................................... 10

Manual Code Search.................................................................... 10

Auto Code Search ........................................................................ 10

Code Retrieval ........................................................................................ 11

Sleep Feature .......................................................................................... 11

Programming the Sleep Timer .................................................. 11

Canceling the Sleep Timer .......................................................... 11

On-screen Menus .................................................................................. 12

Accessing a Menu System .......................................................... 12

Highlighting and Selecting Menu Items.................................. 12

Exiting a Menu System................................................................ 12

Troubleshooting................................................................................ 13–14

Limited 90-Day Warranty .................................................................... 15

Component Keys

( TV, VCR, DVD,

DBS·SAT,

CABLE, AUDIO )

Dedicated

MENU key for

DVD disc menus, some TVs and satellite receivers.

ENTER key

Use with Manual or Auto Code Search to accept code.

Indicator Light

CHAN and VOL keys have dual functions. They act as navigation keys (up, down, left, right) in menu systems.

SELECT key chooses highlighted choice.

BACKLIGHT key

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Actual model may vary from picture shown.


6 Component

Universal Remote

Congratulations on your purchase of the six-component universal remote by RCA. This universal remote controls up to six 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 enclosed Code List for a complete list of brands.) The six-component universal remote is easy to use, easy to program and gives you control at the touch of your fingertips.

Note: The six-component universal remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE and PROSCAN branded TVs, VCRs, DVD players and

SATELLITE receivers (DBS). Just press the corresponding component key—

TV, VCR, DVD, DBS•SAT, CABLE, AUDIO —and your six-component universal remote is ready to go!

Battery Information and Installation

Your universal remote requires two new AA alkaline batteries (batteries may or may not be included, depending on the model). To install the batteries:

1. Remove the battery compartment cover.

2. Insert the batteries, matching the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery case.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Note: Reprogramming may be required after batteries are replaced.

Key Descriptions

Indicator Light—flashes when a valid key is pressed to indicate the remote is working.

Status of this light is important when you are programming the remote.

Component Keys ( TV , VCR , DVD , DBS•SAT ,

CABLE , AUDIO )—selects the component you want the remote to operate.

For example, after you’ve programmed the remote to operate your TV, you must press the TV key first to put the remote in TV Mode.

While in TV Mode, the CHAN keys change the channel on the TV, the VOL keys adjust the

TV’s volume, etc.

Transport Keys— REVERSE , PLAY , FORWARD ,

STOP , PAUSE, RECORD —operate the same as your original VCR or DVD remote control, although key labels may vary ( REWIND ,

FAST FORWARD ).

Backlight Key (select models only)—turns backlighting on and off. Backlighting remains on for approximately six seconds after the last keypress to conserve battery life.

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Primary Key Descriptions For VIDEO Operations

Other Keys (Listed Alphabetically)

Certain keys on the six-component universal remote have dual functions.

Primary functions are printed in black. Secondary key functions are printed in blue on the remote and are used for AUDIO operations.

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.

CH+ and CH- ( CHANNEL UP and

CHANNEL DOWN ): goes to the next highest or lowest channel number in the component channel list, respectively, except for DVDs. In

DVDs, the CH+ and CHkeys refers to the NEXT/PREVIOUS chapter.

CLEAR: removes the on-screen display to return to normal viewing.

CODE SEARCH: use to program the remote.

ENTER: use with Manual or

Automatic Code Search method to accept code (See Code Lists enclosed).

Also, some brands require you to press the ENTER key after you enter a channel number. In some menu systems, you must press the ENTER key to select a highlighted item.

GO BACK: switches back to previous channel– operates the same as PREV CH ,

LAST CHANNEL or RECALL keys found on some brands of remote controls.

GUIDE: brings up the on-screen TV program guide, if your TV is equipped with that feature.

INFO: shows program information, if your component is equipped with this feature. Functions the same as a

DISPLAY key.

INPUT: selects the video inputs of your TV, if equipped with this feature.

MENU•PROG: accesses DVD disc menus when playing a DVD disc. Accesses menu systems of some TVs, a few RCA brand VCRs and satellite receivers.

(For more information, refer to the On-screen Menus section on page 12).

MUTE: lowers the TV’s volume to its minimum level.

NAVIGATION KEYS & SELECT: used to move through on-screen menus and guides. Use the NAVIGATION keys to move the highlighted choice up, down, left or right.

ON•OFF: turns component on and off.

Note : Some RCA, GE and PROSCAN models require that you press the component key to turn the component on and the ON•OFF key to turn the component off.

PIP: (Picture-in-Picture) and SWAP operate your TV’s Picture-in-Picture, if your TV is equipped with this feature.

RECORD: use with VCR to record programming. You must press the

RECORD key twice to start recording.

SLEEP: allows you to set a time to turn off your TV automatically.

VOL: increases or decreases the TV or AUDIO system’s volume level.

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Secondary Key Descriptions For AUDIO Operations

Certain keys on the six-component universal remote have dual functions. Secondary key functions are printed in blue on the remote and are used for AUDIO operations.

Not all functions work for all brands. Experiment with your AUDIO system to determine which functions work with your components.

See the enclosed AUDIO Code List to operate your brand of equipment.

Press the AUDIO key to enable the Audio Mode.

AM•FM: allows you to select the AM•FM band on your AUDIO receiver.

CD , TAPE , TUNER , TV , VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2: For some AUDIO systems, these keys will select the corresponding component input.

DELAY, ON , DELAY+: increases or decreases the delay between the surround and main speakers when the receiver is in the Surround Sound Mode.

DSP ON•OFF: enables the receiver’s Digital Signal Processing Mode.

DSP MODE: When the DSP mode is enabled, pressing this key allows the user to cycle through the various DSP Modes.

FRONT , CENTER , REAR , TEST: adjusts the levels of the front, center, and rear speakers used with LEVEL+/ LEVEL. The test tone must be enabled first by pressing the TEST key.

FUNCTION: selects the different AUDIO input components. The number keys also select the function labeled below the keys when in Audio Mode.

LEVEL+/LEVEL-: sets the level of the speakers during Test Tone Mode.

PRESET: cycles through preset channels while the Tuner input on your

AUDIO system is active.

Program for TV—Direct Entry Method

In order for the six-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. To program your remote to control your TV, follow these steps:

1. Manually turn on the TV.

2. Locate the enclosed TV Code List. Find your brand of TV.

Note : If your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote control. (See section on

Code Search.)

3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH key until the indicator light illuminates.

Then release the CODE SEARCH key.

4. Press and release the TV key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys to enter the first code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note : If you enter an invalid code, the

LED flashes rapidly for two seconds.

Start over at step 3.

6. Aim the remote at your TV and press the ON•OFF key. If your TV turns off, you have found the correct code.

7. Enter the code in the box provided on this page for future reference.

8. If your TV doesn’t turn off, repeat steps

3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote.

(See Code Search section on page 10.)

CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

TV (BLINK)

ON•OFF

TV CODE

(OFF)

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Program for VCR—Direct Entry Method

In order for the six-component universal remote to control your VCR, you must program it with the code that matches your VCR. To program your remote to control your VCR, follow these steps:

CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

1. Manually turn on the VCR.

2. Locate the enclosed VCR Code List.

Find your brand in the VCR Codes.

Note : If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote control. (See section on

Code Search on page 10).



4. Press and release the VCR key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the first code listed for your brand.

After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.




6. Aim the remote at your VCR. Press the

ON•OFF key. If your VCR turns off, you have found the correct code.


8. If your VCR does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.


(See Code Search section on page 10).

VCR (BLINK)

ON•OFF

VCR CODE

(OFF)

Program for DVD/CD Systems—

Direct Entry Method

In order for the six-component universal remote to control your DVD or CD systems, you must program it with the code that matches your component.

To program your remote to control your DVD/CD system, follow these steps:

1. Manually turn on the DVD/CD system.

2. Locate the enclosed DVD or CD Code

List. Find your brand in the DVD or

CD Codes.





4. Press and release the DVD key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the first code listed for your brand.

After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.




CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

DVD (BLINK)

(OFF)

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6. Aim the remote at the component.

Press the ON•OFF key. If your

DVD/CD system turns off, you have found the correct code.


8. If your DVD/CD system does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use one of the

Code Search methods to program this remote. (See Code Search section on page 10).

ON•OFF

DVD OR CD CODE

Program for SATELLITE—Direct Entry Method

In order for the six-component universal remote to control your DBS system, you must program it with the code that matches your SATELLITE receiver.

To program your remote to control your DBS system, follow these steps:

1. Manually turn on the satellite receiver.

2. Locate the enclosed SATELLITE Code

List. Find your brand in the

SATELLITE Codes.

Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote control. (See section on




4. Press and release the DBS•SAT key.

The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the first code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid three-digit code, the indicator light turns off.

Note: If you enter an invalid code, the



6. Aim the remote at the SATELLITE receiver. Press the ON•OFF key. If your SATELLITE receiver turns off, you have found the correct code.


8. If your SATELLITE receiver does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote. (See

Code Search section on page 10).

CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

DBS•SAT (BLINK)

ON•OFF

(OFF)

DBS (SATELLITE) CODE

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Program for Cable Box—Direct Entry Method

In order for the six-component universal remote to control your CABLE box, you must program it with the code that matches your CABLE box.

To program your remote to control your CABLE box, follow these steps:

1. Manually turn on the CABLE box.

2. Locate the enclosed CABLE box Code List.

Find your brand in the CABLE box Codes.





4. Press and release the CABLE key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the first code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid threedigit code, the indicator light turns off.




6. Aim the remote at the CABLE box. Press the ON•OFF key. If your CABLE box turns off, you have found the correct code.


8. If your CABLE box does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.



CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

CABLE (BLINK)

ON•OFF

(OFF)

CABLE BOX CODE

Program for AUDIO Systems—

Direct Entry Method

This remote control will operate many features found in AUDIO systems. To program your remote to control your audio component, follow these steps:

Note: CD systems need to be programmed using the DVD component key.

1. Manually turn on the AUDIO component you wish to control.

2. Locate the enclosed AUDIO system Code

List. Find your brand in the AUDIO Codes.





4. Press and release the AUDIO key. The indicator light blinks and then remains lit.

5. Use the number keys on the remote to enter the first code listed for your brand. After you enter a valid threedigit code, the indicator light turns off.




CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

AUDIO

(BLINK)

(OFF)

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6. Aim the remote at the AUDIO component. Press the ON•OFF key. If your AUDIO component turns off, you have found the correct code. If your

AUDIO component does not turn off, repeat steps 3-6 above, entering the next code for your brand.

7. With your AUDIO component on, press the VOL+ ( VOLUME UP ) key. If the

AUDIO component responds, no further programming is required.


9. If none of the codes work or your brand is not listed, use one of the Code Search methods to program this remote.


ON•OFF

VOL+

AUDIO SYSTEM CODE

Operating AUDIO System Functions

The following is a list of instructions for operating Audio functions. Not all functions work for all brands. Experiment with your AUDIO system to determine which functions work with your components. See the enclosed

AUDIO Code List to operate your brand of equipment.

TURNING ON THE RECEIVER

OR MINI-SYSTEM

Point the remote control at the receiver and press the AUDIO key and then the

ON•OFF key to turn the system on.

SELECTING A

COMPONENT INPUT

Component inputs such as a DVD player or VCR may be selected depending on the features of your receiver or mini-system. Input selection may be made either by pressing the labeled number key or pressing the FUNCTION key to toggle through the inputs available on your system.

Note : You may need to experiment with your system since manufacturers’ products do not all work in the same manner.

OPERATING A HOME THEATER

SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM

1. Turn the TV on.

2. Press the AUDIO key and then the


3. Select the AUDIO input either by using the labeled number keys or the FUNCTION key.

4. Press the VOL+ or VOLkeys to control volume.

Note : The VOLUME keys may operate both TV and receiver volume at the same time. If this presents a problem, it may be resolved by entering the TV menu and disabling the TV speakers.

USING THE NUMBER KEYS

TO CHANGE AUDIO INPUTS

To select a component, press the number key (1-6) that corresponds with the component you want to operate ( CD, TAPE, TUNER, TV,

VIDEO 1, or VIDEO 2 ).

USING THE FUNCTION KEY

TO CHANGE AUDIO INPUTS

To select a component, press the

FUNCTION key until the input you want to operate appears on your system.

CONTROLLING THE SURROUND

SOUND FEATURE

1. Press the DELAY+ or DELAYkey to achieve the desired delay effect.

2. Press the DSP ON•OFF key to turn DSP (Digital Signal

Processing) on or off.

3. Press the DSP MODE key until the desired effect is achieved.

4. Press the TEST key to listen to speaker levels.

5. Press FRONT , CENTER , or REAR keys to select speakers.

6. Press the LEVEL+ or LEVELkeys to adjust the speaker levels.

OPERATING THE AM·FM TUNER

1. Press the AUDIO key and then the


2. Press the TUNER (3) key.

3. Press the AM·FM key to toggle between AM and FM.

4. Use the Preset ( CH+/CH) keys to move up and down channel presets.

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Code Search Methods

If your component’s brand is not listed in the Code List or you have tried all 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 since 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 searches all of the codes in its memory for the code that operates your component. Therefore, if your brand is listed in the Code List, use the

Direct Entry method described on pages 5-9.

Manual Code Search

1. Manually turn on the component you want the remote to operate.



3. Press and release the component key that corresponds to the component you want the remote to operate ( TV, VCR,

DVD, DBS•SAT, CABLE, AUDIO ). The indicator light blinks once and then remains lit.

4. Aim the remote at the component. Press the ON•OFF key continuously until the component turns off.

Important : Because there are so many codes, you may have to press the

ON•OFF key many times—possibly up to 200 times.

5. When the component turns off, press the ENTER key to store the code.

6. Use the Code Retrieval section on the next page to identify the code for your component for future reference.

Auto Code Search

1. Turn on the component you want the remote to operate.



3. Press and release the component key that corresponds to the component you want the remote to operate ( TV, VCR, DVD,

DBS·SAT, CABLE, AUDIO ). The indicator light blinks once and remains lit.

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 the three-second delay between each code. Keep the remote aimed at the component throughout this process.

5. As soon as the component turns off, you must press the ENTER key immediately so the remote stores the correct code. If you do not press the ENTER key within three seconds, the remote sends the next code in the list, and you will have to start over from step 2.

6. Use Code Retrieval section on the next page to identify the code for your component for future reference.

CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

(BLINK)

ON•OFF

ENTER (OFF)

CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

(BLINK)

ON•OFF

ENTER (OFF)

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Code Retrieval

If you used one of the Code Search methods to program your remote, follow the steps below to find out which code is compatible with your component.

Finding the actual code and writing it down will save you time if you ever need to program the remote again (e.g., if programming is lost when you change the batteries).

1. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH until the indicator light illuminates.

key


CODE

SEARCH

INDICATOR

LIGHT

2. Press and release the component key that matches the component’s code you are retrieving ( TV, VCR, DVD,

DBS•SAT, CABLE, AUDIO ). The indicator light blinks once and then remains lit.

(BLINK)

3. Press and release the CODE SEARCH key. The indicator light turns off.

4. Starting with 0 on the keypad, press the number keys in order (0-9) until the indicator light blinks.

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 (page 5-9) for the component just programmed.

CODE

SEARCH

(OFF)

Sleep Feature

The Sleep feature turns off your TV automatically at a duration you choose from 1 to 99 minutes. To program your remote to control the Sleep feature, follow these steps:

Programming the Sleep Timer

1. Press and hold the SLEEP key until the indicator light illuminates. Release the

SLEEP key.

2. Enter time in minutes using the numerical keypad. The indicator light should turn off. (Minute 1 thru 9: press

0 before the actual number. Maximum:

99 minutes).

3. Leave remote aimed at television.

( IMPORTANT : The Sleep feature will not work unless remote is left aimed at television.)

SLEEP

INDICATOR

LIGHT

Canceling the Sleep Timer

The Sleep Timer program can be cancelled and reset to zero by either of the following:

1. Press and hold the SLEEP key until the indicator light blinks.

OR

2. Press the ON•OFF key, turning the

TV off.

SLEEP

(BLINK)

ON•OFF

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On-screen Menus

This remote cannot access every menu system of all models and brands of consumer electronics components. However, if you’ve successfully programmed the DVD•AUX key to operate a DVD player, you can access

DVD disc menus with the MENU key.

The MENU key will access TV menu systems for most RCA, GE and

PROSCAN TVs, as well as some other popular brands. In addition, some

RCA VCR menus are supported by this remote’s MENU key. This remote also supports select SATELLITE receiver menus.

If this remote’s MENU key doesn’t access the menu system for your component, you’ll need to use the original remote to change menu settings.

Note: This remote’s MENU key doesn’t support CABLE box menu systems and some VCR menu systems.

Accessing a Menu System

To access a menu system, follow these steps:

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 , DVD , DBS•SAT ) for the desired menu screen.

3. Press the MENU key.

4. The menu for the component you have chosen should be visible on your television.

MENU•PROG

Highlighting and Selecting

Menu Items

To navigate on-screen menus, use the

ARROW keys.

Note: For RCA, GE or ProScan TVs, press the MENU key to select the highlighted item. If menu items have numbers next to them, you can use the number keys to select an item. Additionally, the SELECT key can be used to select menu choices.

• For users of RCA, GE and PROSCAN

DBS products, older DBS models require that the INFO or MENU key on this remote be used to make program selections. Use the SELECT key for making program selections on newer

RCA, GE and PROSCAN DBS models.

• For Sony products, pressing the ENTER key while in Menu Mode returns you to the previous menu.

• In some menu systems, you must press the ENTER key to select the highlighted item.

• All functions in competitive models and brands of products may not be fully supported.

• Because of the wide variety of menu formats, some experimenting may be required.

Exiting a Menu System

To exit the Menu Mode, press the CLEAR key. The remote reverts back to its normal operation.

MENU•PROG

SELECT

ENTER

This is an example of a DVD disc on-screen menu. English is the menu choice highlighted.

Using this remote control, you would press the SELECT key to choose English.

To highlight another language, press the DOWN ARROW key.

(In the example above, the highlight would move to Español.)

CLEAR

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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 component (VCR when programming the VCR key;

DVD when programming the DVD key; TV when programming the TV key; CABLE box when programming the CABLE key;

SATELLITE receiver when programming the DBS•SAT key).

• If you’ve entered all of the codes for your brand that are in the enclosed

Code Lists and followed the instructions, try one of the Code Search methods (See Code Search on page 10).

• You must put the remote in the correct mode by pressing the corresponding component key ( TV, VCR, DVD, DBS•SAT, CABLE,

AUDIO ) so the remote knows which component you want to operate.

• To program the six-component universal remote to operate a combination unit (TV/VCR or TV/DVD), first try the VCR or DVD codes for your brand. Some units, however, require that you program both the TV key (using the TV codes) and the VCR or DVD key (using the VCR or DVD codes) for full operation.

• To program the six-component universal remote to operate a combination unit (VCR/DVD), program the VCR key using the VCR codes and then program the DVD key using the DVD codes.

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



• You may have pressed an invalid key for the mode the remote is in

(e.g., the RECORD key only works in VCR Mode).

• Make sure the batteries are properly installed. (See Battery Installation on page 3).

• Replace the batteries with two new AA batteries. Reprogramming may be required.

Problem: The remote does not operate your component.



• Remove any obstacles between the remote and the component. Make sure to aim the remote at the IR sensor on the component.

• Make sure the batteries are properly installed. (See Battery Installation on page 3).

• Replace the batteries with two new AA batteries. Reprogramming may be required.

• 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 try the remote again. Reprogramming will be required.

Problem: The remote is not performing commands properly.



• Make sure the 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

(e.g., the RECORD key only works in VCR Mode).

• If you are trying to turn on an RCA, GE or PROSCAN component, press the component key ( TV, VCR, DVD, DBS•SAT, CABLE, AUDIO ) instead of the ON•OFF key.

• If operating a VCR to record, you must press the RECORD key twice.

• If you’re trying to change channels, try pressing the ENTER key after entering the channel number as this is a requirement of certain models and brands.

• 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). Follow the steps provided for programming the remote (See

Programming sections on pages 5-9). If the component can be turned on and off, make sure you press the CH+/CHkey to see if the component responds. If not, try the next code from the list.

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Troubleshooting (continued)

Problem: The VCR won’t record.

• As a safety feature, you must press the RECORD key twice to begin recording.

• Make sure the tape is properly loaded in the VCR.

• Make sure the tape is not write-protected. If the safety tab is removed, the tape is write-protected and you cannot record onto that tape.

Problem: The remote will not change channels.



• Press the ENTER key after you enter a channel number.

Problem: The component’s menu doesn’t appear on the TV screen.

• The TV must be tuned to the Video Input that matches the manner in which you connected the component to the TV.

For example, if you connected your DVD player to your TV by connecting audio/video cables (usually color-coded yellow, red and white) to the TV’s Input 1 jack, you must tune the TV to its Video 1

Input channel. Remember, different manufacturers label these jacks differently. Consult the instruction manual that came with the TV for more information.



• Menu access isn’t supported for all brands. If that’s the case, you need to use your original remote control to access menu functions for these components.

If you have further questions, please visit www.rca.com.

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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 paid 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 any loss arising in connection with the use or inability to use this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty excludes defects or damage due to misuse, abuse, or neglect. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

Product Exchange Center

11721 Alameda Avenue

Socorro, TX 79927

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Consolidate Six Remote

Controls Into One!

Home Theatre™ Keys

• Take full advantage of your Home Theatre equipment with

Surround Sound Control

INSIDE

Your RCA Universal Remote is compatible with most brands (of infrared remote controlled components manufactured after 1990). Below is a list showing some of those brands. Check the enclosed Code List for a complete listing along with their corresponding popular setup codes for quick and easy reference. The remote already operates most RCA, GE and PROSCAN products without any programming!

TV VCR DVD

Apex

Audiovox

Broksonic

Citizen

Curtis

Mathes

Daewoo

Emerson

GE

Hisense

Hitachi

JC Penney

JVC

Kenwood

KLH

LG(Goldstar)

LXI

Magnavox

Mitsubishi

Montgomery

Ward

NEC

Orion

Panasonic

Philco

Philips

Pioneer

Sony

Sylvania

Tandy

Teknika

Toshiba

Victor

Wards

Yamaha

Zenith

Prima

PROSCAN

Quasar

RadioShack/

Realistic

RCA

Sampo

Samsung

Sanyo

Sears

Sharp

Magnavox

Memorex

Mintek

Mitsubishi

NAD

Onkyo

Oritron

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

PROSCAN

Qwestar

RCA

Samsung

Sansui

Sanyo

Sharp

Sony

Sylvania

Toshiba

Venturer

Xbox ®*

Yamaha

Zenith

Aiwa

Allegro

Apex

Broksonic

Daewoo

Emerson

Funai

GE

Go Video

Hitachi

JBL

JVC

Kenwood

Konka

Koss

Lasonic

Samsung

Sanyo

Sears

Sharp

Sony

Sylvania

Tandy

Teknika

Toshiba

Victor

Wards

Yamaha

Zenith

Montgomery

Ward

NEC

Panasonic

Philco

Philips

Pioneer

PROSCAN

Quasar

RadioShack/

Realistic

RCA

Allegro

Broksonic

Canon

Curtis

Mathes

Daewoo

Emerson

GE

Go Video

Hitachi

JC Penney

JVC

Kenwood

LG

(Goldstar)

LXI

Magnavox

Matsushita

Mitsubishi

CD

Aiwa

MCS

Mitsubishi

Nakamichi

Onkyo

Optimus

Panasonic

Pioneer

RCA

Sanyo

Sears

Sherwood

Sony

Teac

Technics

Toshiba

Yamaha

ADC

ADO

Akai

Denon

Dynatech

Emerson

Fisher

GE

Hitachi

Inkel

JVC

Kenwood

Luxman

NEC

Marantz

SATELLITE CABLE AUDIO

Alphastar

Bell

ExpressVu

Chaparral

Dish

Network

Drake

Echostar

General

Instruments

GE

Hitachi

Hughes

Network

Systems

JVC

Magnavox

Motorola

Panasonic

Philips

Primestar

PROSCAN

RCA

Realistic

Sony

Star Choice

Toshiba

Uniden

Motorola

NEC

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

PROSCAN

RCA

Realistic

Regency

Samsung

Scientific

Atlanta

Standard

Component

Starcom

Stargate

Starquest

Tocom

TV86

United

Cable

Universal

View Star

Zenith

ABC

Antronix

Archer

Cableview

Century

Citizen

Contec

Garrard

GE

Gemini

General

Instruments

Hitachi

Jasco

Jerrold

Magnavox

Aiwa

Denon

Harman

Kardon

JBL

JVC

Kenwood

Koss

Onkyo

Optimus

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

Sherwood

Technics

Venturer

RCA

Sony

Yamaha

*Requires Xbox ® DVD playback kit.

No setup required for most models of these brands

Requires two AA batteries (sold separately)

©2004 THOMSON INC.

10330 North Meridian Street

Indianapolis IN 46290

Made In Indonesia

RCU600M NA IB REV A

Trademark(s) ®Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) www.rca.com

RCA RCU600M - Universal Remote Control User Manual

Remote

Multi-

Brand Use

See back for most popular brands.

Table of Contents

6 Component

Universal Remote

Battery Information and Installation

Key Descriptions

Primary Key Descriptions For VIDEO Operations

Other Keys (Listed Alphabetically)

Secondary Key Descriptions For AUDIO Operations

Press the AUDIO key to enable the Audio Mode.

Program for TV—Direct Entry Method

Program for VCR—Direct Entry Method

Program for DVD/CD Systems—

Direct Entry Method

Program for SATELLITE—Direct Entry Method

Program for Cable Box—Direct Entry Method

Program for AUDIO Systems—

Direct Entry Method

Operating AUDIO System Functions

Code Search Methods

Manual Code Search

Auto Code Search

Code Retrieval

Sleep Feature

Programming the Sleep Timer

Canceling the Sleep Timer

On-screen Menus

Accessing a Menu System

Highlighting and Selecting

Menu Items

Exiting a Menu System

Troubleshooting

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

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

Problem: The remote does not operate your component.

Problem: The remote is not performing commands properly.

Troubleshooting (continued)

Problem: The VCR won’t record.

Problem: The remote will not change channels.

Problem: The component’s menu doesn’t appear on the TV screen.

If you have further questions, please visit www.rca.com.

Limited 90-Day Warranty

Consolidate Six Remote

Controls Into One!

Home Theatre™ Keys

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