RCA RCU450 User manual

universal
UNIVERSAL
Multi-Brand Use RCU450
See back
for most
popular brands.
Compatible with
today’s most
popular brands.
Consolidates
up to 4
remotes
Lighted
component
keys indicate
operating
mode
Dedicated
MENU key
for DVD
navigation
remote
Remote
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Component keys.
(TV, VCR,
DBS•
CABLE,
DVD•AUX)
(Lighted component
key indicates
operating mode).
CHANand VOL
keys have dual
functions. They
act as navigation
keys (up, down,
left, and right) in
menu systems.
Dedicated MENU
key for DVD disc
menus, some TVs
and satellite receivers.
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 Entry Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Program for Satellite or Cable Box—Direct Entry Method . . .7
Program for DVD or AUX—Direct Entry Method . . . . . . . . .8
Code Search Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Manual Code Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Auto Code Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Code Retrieval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Sleep Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
On-screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Accessing a Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Highlighting and Selecting Menu Items . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Exiting a Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Limited 90-Day Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
BACKLIGHT key—
Turns backlighting
on/off. (Select
models only).
Actual model may vary from picture shown
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Battery Installation
and Information
Your universal remote requires two AAA Alkaline batteries
(batteries may or may not be included, depending on 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 compartment.
3. Press and push the battery cover
back into place.
Note: Reprogramming may be
required after batteries are replaced.
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 universal remote is easy to use, easy to
program and gives you control at the touch of your fingertips.
Note: The 4 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—VCR for a VCR;
DVD•AUX for a DVD player; TV for a television; DBS•CABLE
for a satellite receiver or a cable box.
4 Component
Universal Remote
Key Descriptions
Component keys (DVD•AUX, DBS•CABLE,
VCR,TV): select the component you
want the remote to operate. (Lighted
component key indicates operating mode).
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–REW (Rewind), PLAY, FF
(Fast Forward), PAUSE, STOP: operate
the same as your original VCR or DVD
remote control, although key labels may
vary (REVERSE, FORWARD).
Backlight Key (select models only)–turns
backlighting on/off. Backlighting will remain
on for approximately 6 seconds after last
keypress to conserve battery life.
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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 lowest channel number in the component channel list,
respectively, except for DVDs. In DVDs, the CHAN UP/DOWN
goes to the NEXT/PREVIOUS chapter. Additionally, when
you’re using the remote with On-screen Menus, the CHAN
keys act as UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW keys (moving
the cursor or highlight up or down).
CODE SEARCH: use to program the remote.
ENTER: use with Manual or Auto Code Search method to
accept code (See Code Search on page 9). Also, some brands
require you to press the ENTER key after you enter
a channel number. In some menu systems, you must press
ENTER to select a highlighted item.
MENU: accesses DVD disc menus when DVD•AUX key
is programmed to operate a DVD player. Accesses menu
systems of some TVs, a few RCA brand VCRs and satellite
receivers. (For more information, refer to Using On-screen
Menus section on page 11).
MUTE: lowers the TV’s volume to its minimum level.
ON•OFF: turns component on and off.
Note: Some RCA, GE and PROSCAN models require that
you press the component key to turn ON the component
and the ON•OFF key to turn OFF the component.
PREV CH (Previous Channel):switches back to previous
channel—operates the same as LAST CHANNEL, GO BACK
or RECALL key found on some brands of remote controls.
REC (Record):use with VCR to record programming.
You must press the REC key twice to start recording.
SLEEP: allows you to set a time to turn off your
TV automatically.
VOL (Volume) UP and DOWN: increases or decreases the
TV’s volume level. Additionally, when you’re using the
remote with On-screen Menus, the VOL keys act as RIGHT
or LEFT ARROW keys (moving the highlight or cursor
right or left).
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ON•OFF
TV CODE
Program for TV—
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
to program this remote control
(See Code Search on page 9).
3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH
key for approximately three seconds
until all four component keys
light up. Then release the
CODE SEARCH key.
4. Press and release the TV key.
The TV key remains lit.
5. Use the number keys to enter
the first code listed for your brand.
After you enter a valid 3-digit code,
the component key light turns off.
Note: If you enter an invalid code,
the lighted component key will flash
rapidly. 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 on page 9).
For a description of each key on
the remote control, refer to the Key
Descriptions section on page 3-4.
In order for the four 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.
CODE
SEARCH
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Program for VCR—
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
this remote control (See Code Search
on page 9).
3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH
key for approximately three seconds
until all four component keys light up.
Then release the CODE SEARCH key.
4. Press and release the VCR key.
The VCR key remains lit.
5. Use the number keys on the remote to
enter the first code listed for your brand.
After you enter a valid 3-digit code,
the component key light turns off.
Note: If you enter an invalid code,
the lighted component key will flash
rapidly. Start over at step 3.
6. Aim the remote at the VCR. Press
the ON•OFF key. If your VCR 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 VCR 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 on page 9).
For a description of each key on
the remote control, refer to the Key
Descriptions section on page 3-4.
In order for the four 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.
ON•OFF
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VCR CODE
CODE
SEARCH
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Program for Satellite or Cable Box—
Direct Entry Method
1. Manually turn on the satellite
receiver or cable box.
2. Locate the enclosed Satellite or Cable
Box Code List. Find your brand in the
Satellite Codes or Cable Box Codes
section, respectively.
Note: If your brand isn’t listed,
use one of the Code Search methods
to program this remote control
(See Code Search on page 9).
3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH
key for approximately three seconds
until all four component keys light up.
Then release the CODE SEARCH key.
4. Press and release the DBS•CABLE
key. The DBS•CABLE key remains lit.
5. Use the number keys on the remote to
enter the first code listed for your brand.
After you enter a valid 3-digit code,
the component key light turns off.
Note: If you enter an invalid code,
the lighted component key will flash
rapidly. Start over at step 3.
6. Aim the remote at the satellite receiver
or cable box and press the ON•OFF
key. If your Satellite receiver or cable
box 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 satellite receiver or cable box
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 on page 9).
For a description of each key on the
remote control, refer to the Key
Descriptions section page 3-4.
In order for the four 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.
ON•OFF
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DBS (SATELLITE)
OR
CABLE BOX CODE
CODE
SEARCH
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DVD•AUX CODE
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Program for DVD•AUX—
Direct Entry Method
In order for the four 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.
ON•OFF
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1. Manually turn on the component you
wish to assign to the DVD•AUX key (TV,
VCR, DVD, DBS System or Cable Box).
2. Locate the enclosed DVD code list, or the
corresponding code list for the auxiliary
component (TV, VCR, DBS, or cable box).
Note: If your brand isn’t listed, use one of
the Code Search methods to program this
remote control (See Code Search on page 9).
3. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH
key approximately three seconds until
all four component keys light up. Then
release the CODE SEARCH key.
4. Press and release the DVD•AUX key.
The DVD•AUX key remains lit.
5. To program for DVD, press the
VCR key. For an auxiliary component,
press the corresponding component
key (TV, VCR, DBS•CABLE).
The DVD•AUX key will blink, then
remain lit.
6. Use the number keys on the remote
to enter the first code listed for
your brand.
After you enter a valid 3-digit code,
the component key light turns off.
Note: If you enter an invalid code,
the lighted component key will flash
rapidly. Start over at step 3.
7. Aim the remote at your component
and press the ON•OFF key. If your
component turns off, you have found
the correct code.
8. Enter the code in the box provided
on this page for future reference.
9. If your component doesn’t turn off,
repeat steps 3-7 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 on page 9).
For a description of each key on
the remote control, refer to the Key
Descriptions section page 3-4.
TV VCR CABLE DBS DVD
✓
CODE
SEARCH
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Code Search Methods
Manual Code Search
1. Manually turn on the component
you want the remote to operate.
2. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH
key for approximately three seconds
until all four component keys light up.
Then release the CODE SEARCH key.
3. Press and release the component key
that corresponds to the component you
want the remote to operate (TV, VCR
or DBS•CABLE). The chosen
component key remains lit.
Note: For DVD or AUX, press
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 and
press the ON•OFF key continuously until
the component turns off. The component
key remains lit during this process,
blinking each time you press the
ON•OFF key.
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 immediately to store
the code. The lighted component key
then turns off.
6. Use Code Retrieval on the next
page to identify the code for your
component for future reference.
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 searches all of the codes in its memory for the
code which operates your component. Therefore, if your
brand is listed in the Code List, use the Direct Entry method
described on pages 5-8.
ON•OFF
ENTER
CODE
SEARCH
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1. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH
key for approximately three seconds
until all four component keys light up.
Then release the CODE SEARCH key.
2. Press and release the component
key that matches the component’s
code you are retrieving (TV, VCR, or
DBS•CABLE). The chosen
component key remains lit.
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).
Code Retrieval
ENTER
ON•OFF
Auto Code Search
1. Manually turn on the component
you want the remote to operate.
2. Press and hold the CODE SEARCH
key for approximately three seconds
until all four component keys light up.
Then release the CODE SEARCH key.
3. Press and release the component key
that corresponds to the component
you want the remote to operate (TV,
VCR, or DBS•CABLE). The chosen
component key remains lit.
Note: For DVD or AUX, press
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
and press the ON•OFF key once.
The remote automatically sends every
code for the specified component
one at a time, with a three second
delay between each code. The lighted
component key blinks each time a
new code is sent. Keep the remote
aimed at the component throughout
the process.
5. As soon as the component turns
off, you must press the ENTER key
immediately so the remote stores the
correct code. The lighted component
key then turns off. If you don’t press
ENTER within three seconds, the
remote will send the next code in the
list, and you will have to start over
from step 2.
6. Use Code Retrieval to identify the code
for your component for future reference.
CODE
SEARCH
CODE
SEARCH
DVD•AUX DBS•
CABLE VCR TV
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PROGRAMMING SLEEP FEATURE
1. Press and hold the SLEEP key
until the TV component key lights.
Release the SLEEP key.
2. Enter time in minutes using the
numerical key pad. The TV
component key light turns off.
(Minute 1 thru 9: press 0 before the
actual number. Maximum: 99
minutes).
3. Leave remote aimed at television.
(Sleep Feature will not work unless
remote is left aimed at television.)
CANCELING THE SLEEP TIMER
The Sleep Timer program will be
canceled and reset to zero by either
of the following.
1. Press and hold the SLEEP key
until the TV component key blinks.
2. Press the ON•OFF key, turning
the TV off.
This feature will automatically turn off your TV
at a duration you choose from 1 to 99 minutes.
Sleep Feature
ON•OFF
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SLEEP
SLEEP
OR
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Note: For DVD or AUX, press
DVD•AUX, then the component
key corresponding to the component
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).
3. Press and release the CODE SEARCH
key. The component key light turns off.
4. Starting with 0 on the keypad, press
the number keys in order (0-9) until
the component key light blinks.
Note: For DVD or AUX, press
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).
5. The number that causes the
component key 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.
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Highlighting and Selecting Menu Items
To navigate On-screen Menus, use the VOL UP/DOWN
and/or CHAN UP/DOWN keys.
VOL UP/DOWN keys move the cursor (or the highlight)
right/left. CHAN UP/DOWN keys move the cursor (or the
highlight) up/down.
For RCA, GE or PROSCAN products, press the MENU or
ENTER 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 ENTER key can be used
to select menu choices.
For Sony products, pressing the ENTER key while
in Menu Mode returns you to the previous menu.
MENU
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) The chosen
component key will blink once.
3. Press the MENU key. The chosen
component key blinks continuously to
indicate the remote is in Menu Mode
and the component’s menu should
appear on the TV screen.
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 ENTER key to select
English.
To highlight another
language, you would
press the CHAN DOWN
key (In the example
above, the highlight
would move to Español).
Accessing a Menu System
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 also access TV menu systems for
most RCA, GE and PROSCAN TVs, as well as some other
popular brands. Also, 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.
Using On-screen Menus
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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;
TV when programming the TV key; cable box or satellite
receiver when you’re programming the DBS•CABLE key;
DVD Player when programming the DVD•AUX key).
• If you’ve entered all of the codes for your brand that
are in the accompanying Code List and followed the
instructions, try one of the Code Search methods
(See Code Search on page 9).
• 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.
• To program the 4 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•AUX key (using the VCR or
DVD codes) for full operation.
• To program the 4 component universal remote to operate
a combination unit (VCR/DVD), program the VCR key
using the VCR codes and then program the DVD•AUX
key using the DVD codes.
Notes:
All functions in competitive models and
brands of products may not be fully supported.
The remote will automatically time out in Menu
Mode and the lighted component key will stop blinking
after approximately 10 seconds of inactivity (no keys being
pressed). For DVD menus, the Menu Mode will time
out after approximately 15 seconds.
Because of the wide variety of menu formats,
some experimenting may be required.
Exiting a Menu System
To exit Menu Mode, press the corresponding component
key on the remote (TV, VCR, DVD•AUX, or DBS•CABLE).
The lighted component key turns off and the remote
reverts to its normal mode of operation.
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Problem: The remote does not operate your component.
• You may have pressed an invalid key for the mode the
remote is in (for example, REC only works in VCR Mode).
• 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.
• 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 AAA 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.
• 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 trying to turn on an RCA, GE or PROSCAN
component, press the component key (TV, VCR,
DVD•AUX, or DBS•CABLE) instead of the ON•OFF key.
• If operating a VCR to record, you must press the REC
key two times.
• 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 5-7). If the component can be turned on and off,
make sure you press the CHAN UP/DOWN key to see if the
component responds. If not, try the next code from the list.
Problem: The VCR won’t record.
• As a safety feature, you must press the REC 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.
• 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.
• Press the ENTER key after you enter a channel number.
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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 a 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 in ability 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
Limited 90-Day Warranty
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 Input 1 channel. Remember,
different manufacturers label these jacks differently.
Consult the instruction manual that came
with the TV for more information.
• 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.
• Menu access isn’t supported for all brands. If that’s
the case, you’ll 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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SET-UP
INSTRUCTIONS
INSIDE
Consolidate four
remote controls
into one!
Compatible with today’s
most popular brands!
Your RCA universal remote control is compatible with most brands of infrared
remote-controlled components manufactured after 1990. Some well-known
brands are shown below. The complete list of brands is found on the code
list inside this package. The remote already operates most RCA, GE and
PROSCAN products without any programming!
Requires two AAA batteries
(sold separately).
©2003 THOMSON INC.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis IN 46290
Made in Indonesia.
RCU450 US IB REV A
Trademark(s) ®Registered.
Marca(s) Registrada(s).
www.rca.com
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!
TV
Apex
Audiovox
Broksonic
Citizen
Curtis
Mathes
Daewoo
Emerson
GE
Hisense
Hitachi
JC Penney
JVC
Kenwood
LG (Goldstar)
LXI
Magnavox
Mitsubishi
Montgomery
Ward
NEC
Orion
Panasonic
Philco
Philips
Pioneer
Prima
PROSCAN
Quasar
RadioShack/
Realistic
RCA
Samsung
Sanyo
Sears
Sharp
Sony
Sylvania
Tandy
Teknika
Toshiba
Victor
Wards
Yamaha
Zenith
DVD
Aiwa
Apex
Broksonic
Daewoo
Emerson
Funai
Go-Video
Hitachi
JVC
Kenwood
Konka
Magnavox
Memorex
Mintek
Mitsubishi
NAD
Onkyo
Orition
Panasonic
Philips
Pioneer
PROSCAN
Qwestar
RCA
Samsung
Sansui
Sanyo
Sharp
Sony
Sylvania
Toshiba
Zenith
VCR
Canon
Curtis
Mathes
Daewoo
Emerson
GE
Go-Video
Hitachi
JC Penney
JVC
Kenwood
LG (Goldstar)
LXI
Magnavox
Matsushita
Mitsubishi
Montgomery
Ward
NEC
Panasonic
Philco
Philips
Pioneer
PROSCAN
Quasar
RadioShack/
Realistic
RCA
Samsung
Sanyo
Sears
Sharp
Sony
Sylvania
Tandy
Teknika
Toshiba
Victor
Wards
Yamaha
Zenith
SAT
Alphastar
Dish Network
Echostar
Express Vu
GE
Hitachi
Hughes
JVC
Magnavox
Motorola
Panasonic
Philips
Primestar
PROSCAN
RCA
Sony
Star Choice
Toshiba
Uniden
Cable
ABC
Archer
Cableview
Citizen
Garrard
GC
Electronics
GE
General
Instruments
Jerrold
Motorola
Philips
Pioneer
RCA
Scientific
Atlanta
United Cable
Universal
View Star
Zenith
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