MELICONI pratico 6 Installation and operation manual

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Thank you for choosing a Meliconi remote control.
Keep this booklet for future reference.
The Pratico 6 remote control is ideal for replacing up to 6 remote controls for TV - SAT (satellite decoder) - TER
(Digital Terrestrial decoder) - DVD (Dvd player and Blu Ray) – PVR (Personal Video Recorder, Media Center and
VCR) – AUX (other Audio Video devices). It can also be connected to a PC using the Meliconi audio cable (to be
purchased separately), thereby allowing the user to download the most up-to-date configuration information.
The remote control has a permanent memory, so it does not lose its settings even if there are no batteries in it.
IMPORTANT: The remote control must not be exposed to excessive heat sources.
USE OF THE BUTTONS AND FUNCTIONS
The functions of the buttons described below are available only if they exist on your device.
ON / OFF switches the device OFF and
in some cases ON
Buttons for selecting the device to
be controlled
Numeric keypad
Selects digital TV and radio
Volume control +/–
For selecting an
external input source
Confirm selection
For selecting the next programme P+
or the previous programme P–
Fastext functions or for selecting sub-menus
using colours
TELETEXT buttons
Specific buttons for decoder
Specific buttons for decoder
For moving around within the MENU
MUTE turns sound OFF and ON
Selects
analogue/digital
Displays the list of programmes
DVD/PVR RECORD PAUSE STOP PLAY
buttons
DVD and PVR forward/back function
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Before using the remote control, insert the batteries and programme it.
The Pratico 6 remote control is a universal remote with a memory containing data regarding numerous devices
produced by different brands on the market.
Each original device has a specific code which must be used to set up the remote control.
So to use the Pratico 6 you must enter the specific code for each device you wish to control.
So use one of the following methods to identify the correct code and set it in your remote control:
A) - INTERNET (recommended)
B) - CELL PHONE (SMS)
C) - MANUAL SEARCH
SETTING CODES
If you have an Internet connection available, follow the on-line guide on the www.meliconi.com/guide website
to identify the specific codes for the devices you wish to command. Then set the codes manually in your
MELICONI remote control as described in the ENTERING THE CODE DIRECTLY procedure.
SETTING CODES USING INTERNET
Today, Meliconi gives customers who don’t have internet the chance to receive the codes for programming their
remote control directly on their cell phone.
Simply send an SMS to this number 0039 345 7518893 as follows: 6A, Type, Brand, Model
-Type = indicate the device to be controlled using one of the following abbreviations: TV - SAT - DVD - VCR
- TER (Digital Terrestrial decoder) - AUX (other audio video device).
-Brand, Model = to indicate the brand and the model of the device to be controlled.
Example: 6A, TV, PHILIPS, 32PFL3614 (if you don’t know the model, don’t write anything after the brand).
Once you have received the SMS with the list of codes, set the first code in the remote control as described in
the ENTERING THE CODE DIRECTLY section.
Point the MELICONI remote control at the device, which should already be ON and press the ON/OFF button on
the remote (or the PLAY button if the device is a VCR/DVD).
SETTING CODES USING A CELL PHONE
(the service s fee and the only cost is that of sending the SMS,
which naturally depends on the rates of the service operator in question)
INSERTING THE BATTERIES
The remote control requires 2 new 1.5V alkaline AA/LR06 batteries. Insert
them as illustrated.
Try pressing a number button and check that the red light remains lit
continuously until you release the button. If the light flashes, the batteries
inserted are not charged and are about to go flat, therefore you must
substitute them.
Do not leave flat batteries inserted,
as liquid may leak and damage the remote control

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CHECK
Check that the other buttons correspond to the functions of the original remote control; if not, it is likely
that the code found is incorrect, but is used for a very similar device. In that case, repeat the procedure
from point 2.
If the manual search for the code is successful, obtain the code in use by following the DISPLAY CODE IN
USE procedure and make a note of it inside the battery cover.
NOTE: During the search the indicator stops flashing and the remote control exits the programming mode
in the following cases:
• if for 12 seconds the button indicated is not pressed or if another button is pressed
• if the list of codes to find is terminated. If this happens, go to the www.meliconi.com/guide website
SETTING CODES USING A MANUAL SEARCH
(only to be performed if the specific code could not be found)
1. Switch on the device to be programmed:
- if it is a TV, SAT or TER select a programme
- if it is a DVD insert a DVD.
- if it is a VCR insert a cassette
2. Press and hold down for 6 seconds the device selection
button corresponding to the device you wish to enter
the code for. Note: Use the PVR button if the device is a
VCR.
3. Release the button. The indicator light will flash. Point
the remote control at the device and press the ON/OFF
key (or PLAY if it is a VCR/DVD). If the device does NOT
switch off (or if the VCR/DVD does not start playing)
press the same button again slowly (it may be necessary
to press the button several times).
4. When the device responds correctly, press OK. Three
long flashes indicate that the operation has been carried
out correctly.
6 SEC.
or or or or
or
NOTE: If you don’t receive an SMS on your cell phone or if the message says ERROR / NO CODE, it means
the system has not been able to process the data you have sent. Do not try sending another SMS use the
SETTING CODES USING A MANUAL SEARCH procedure instead.
If the device does NOT switch off (or if the VCR/DVD does not start playing), try setting the consecutive code in
the SMS list on the remote control.
When the device reacts check whether the other buttons are operating correctly too.
If they do, the remote control is ready to use.
If they don’t, you are probably using an incorrect code destined for a very similar device; at this point
ignore the SMS list and consult the SETTING CODES USING A MANUAL CODE section to find a more suitable
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INTERNET UPDATE
Today you can download from the internet directly to your remote control the codes of the latest devices or those
which will be brought out in future, codes which would not otherwise be available using traditional programming
methods. To do this you need to purchase the special MELICONI Audiocable, which allows you to download
the information you need onto any PC using an internet connection. Then go to the www.meliconi.com/guide
website and follow the on-screen instructions.
MEMO FUNCTION
The MEMO function enables you to record a sequence of commands and to recall them by pressing a single
button. Example: switch on the TV, switch on the DVD, play a video, etc. To access this function, consult the
online guide at the www.meliconi.com/guide website
DISPLAY CODE IN USE
If you set up the remote control using the MANUAL SEARCH
procedure,obtainandmakeanoteofthecodeinuseasfollows:
1. Press and hold down for 6 seconds the device selection
button corresponding to the device you wish to enter
the code for. Note: Use the PVR button if the device is a
VCR.
2. Release the button. The indicator light will flash. Press
the TV / RADIO button for an instant.
3. After a pause of several seconds, the indicator light
produces four sets of flashes, spaced out, corresponding
to the code to be obtained. Count the number of flashes.
Each set of flashes corresponds to one figure in the code.
Ten flashes correspond to the figure 0.
4. Make a note of the code obtained on the label on the
inside of the battery cover. You may need it in future.
Code obtained = 1306
6 SEC.
or or or or
ENTERING THE CODE DIRECTLY
(only to be performed if you know the specific code to be set)
1. Press and hold down for 6 seconds the device selection
button corresponding to the device you wish to enter
the code for. Note: Use the PVR button if the device is a
VCR.
2. Release the button. The indicator light will flash.
Immediately enter the specific code previously found.
(e.g. 1306)
3. Three long flashes indicate a correct setting.
If they do not appear, repeat the procedure. If the result is still negative, it means the code indicated
is not included in the remote control. So you need to load it via INTERNET.
(see following section)
6 SEC.
or or or or

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
The device does not respond and the indicator light
does not come on when a button is pressed.
The device does not respond but the indicator light
comes on.
When you press a button the indicator light flashes
and the device does not respond to commands.
The remote control does not execute all commands
correctly.
SOLUTION
Check that the batteries are charged and inserted
correctly and if necessary replace them with 2 new
1.5 V AA/LR06 alkaline batteries.
Make sure that the remote control is pointing at the
device and that there are no obstacles in the way.
If necessary, enter the remote control code again by
repeating the programming procedure.
Substitute the batteries, which are about to go flat.
You may be using an incorrect code.
Enter the remote control settings again by repeating
the programming procedure.
INFO - LINE
•read this Instructions Booklet carefully as it should allow you to solve most normal problems.
•consult the www.meliconi.com website where you will find all the answers you need quickly and easily.
2 year WARRANTY
The warranty is voided if the product is tampered
with or used improperly.
Remote control model: Pratico 6
Purchase date
Retailer stamp
The symbol showing a wheelie bin with a cross through it which appears on the device indicates that at the end of its useful life the
product must be collected separately from other waste. Therefore, at the end of the device’s life, you must take it to appropriate centres
for the differentiated collection of electrical and electronic waste, or return it to the retailer when purchasing a new device of equivalent
type, on a one-for-one basis. Suitable differentiated collection to allow subsequent recycling of the decommissioned device, with
environmentally-compatible treatment and disposal, help to prevent any negative effects on the environment and health and to promote
the recycling of the materials of which the device is made. Improper disposal of the product by the user will be subject to the sanctions
in Legislative Decree No. 22/1997 (article 50 and subsequent articles of Legislative Decree No. 22/1997).
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