RTI U3 User manual

The U3 is designed for reliable wireless control of audio video systems in
environments that are too harsh for normal remote controls. The U3 combines
the convenience of an Electronic Paper Display and the ideal selection of
commonly used keypad buttons. The high contrast display can be customized
from a number of templates to suit the needs of the user. This provides a simple
and exible interface for operating today’s sophisticated electronic systems,
regardless of the location. The U3 is a perfect companion for hot tubs, pools,
bathrooms, and decks.
The U3 comes loaded with the following features and much more:
• Durable design is water resistant.
• Dual RF capability uses 433MHz or 2.4GHz (utilizing Zigbee®technology).
• Sixteen programmable keypad buttons.
• Electronic Paper Display.
U3
Reference Guide
Weather Resistant Remote Control
Key Features
It’s Under Control®
Safety Suggestions
Read and Follow Instructions. Read all safety and operating instructions before
operating the unit.
Retain Instructions. Keep the safety and operating instructions for future
reference.
Heed Warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating
instructions.
Heat. Keep the unit away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, etc., including ampliers that produce heat.
Object Entry. Do not allow objects to fall into the enclosure through openings.
Servicing. Do not attempt any service beyond that described in the operating
instructions. Refer all other service needs to qualied service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service. The unit should be serviced by qualied service
personnel when:
•Objects have fallen into the unit.
•The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance.
•The unit has been dropped or the enclosure has been damaged.
Product Contents
Contents within the box include the following items:
•One (1) U3 Weather Resistant Remote Control
• One (1) Charging Dock (Not Water Resistant, Indoor Use Only)
• One (1) Cradle
• Two (2) Mounting Holster
• One (1) Lithium-ion Battery (Installed)
• One (1) International Power Supply (5V, 1A)
• Four (4) Size 10 Mounting Screws
• One (1) Reference Guide
Limited Warranty
RTI warrants its products for a period of three (3) years (one year only for
included battery packs); or for a period of time compliant with local laws when
applicable from the date of purchase from RTI or an authorized RTI distributor.
This warranty may be enforced by the original purchaser and subsequent owners
during the warranty period, so long as the original dated sales receipt or other
proof of warranty coverage is presented when warranty service is required.
Except as specied below, this warranty covers all defects in material and
workmanship in this product. The following are not covered by the warranty:
Damage resulting from:
1. Accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect.
2. Failure to follow instructions contained in this Guide.
3. Repair or attempted repair by anyone other than Remote Technologies
Incorporated.
4. Failure to perform recommended periodic maintenance.
5. Causes other than product defects, including lack of skill, competence or
experience of user.
6. Shipment of this product (claims must be made to the carrier).
7. Being altered or which the serial number has been defaced, modied or
removed.
70-210211-14 V1.0
For news about the latest updates, new product information, and new
accessories, please visit our web site at: www.rticorp.com
For general information, you can contact RTI at:
Remote Technologies Incorporated
5775 12th Avenue East, Suite 180
Shakopee, MN 55379
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Contacting RTI
If you are encountering any problems or have a question about your RTI
product, please contact RTI Technical Support for assistance (see the Contacting
RTI section of this guide for contact details).
RTI provides technical support by telephone or e-mail. For the highest quality
service, please have the following information ready, or provide it in your e-mail.
• Your Name
• Company Name
• Telephone Number
• E-mail Address
• Product model and serial number (if applicable)
If you are having a problem with hardware, please note the equipment in your
system, a description of the problem, and any troubleshooting you have already
tried.
If you are having a problem with software, please note what version you have
installed, the operating system on your PC, a description of the problem, and
any troubleshooting you have already tried. If you are calling about a software
or programming question or problem, please be at your computer when you
place your call. This will considerably speed up the troubleshooting process.
*Please do not return products to RTI without return authorization.*
Service & Support
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Industry Canada Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada exempts de licence standard
RSS (s). Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. Ce dispositif ne peut causer des interférences nuisibles.
2. Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue y compris des
interférences qui peuvent provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (DOC)
The Declaration of Conformity for this product can be found on the RTI website
at: www.rticorp.com/declaration
Contains:
FCC ID: MMURTI2300, IC:3166A-RTI2300
Federal Communications Commission Notice
Copyright © 2019 • Remote Technologies Incorporated • All rights reserved.
U3 Weather Resistant Remote Control
Cleaning
Occasional cleaning may be required, depending on use. To clean your U3, lightly
dampen a lint-free cloth with plain water or a mild detergent and wipe the display,
keypad and outer surfaces. Do not use harsh chemicals as damage to the unit
may occur.
NOTE: The rubber cover on the backside of the U3 may be removed for cleaning.
The U3 is designed to withstand temporary exposure to water only. Prolonged
exposure may result in the U3 remote malfunctioning. DO NOT ALLOW THE U3
TO REMAIN FLOATING IN WATER.
Weather Resistant Note

It’s Under Control®
The U3 comes with two docking stations, one for charging the battery and one
for a convenient place to store the remote.
CHARGING DOCK
The charging dock is not weather resistant and is for indoor use only. The
charging dock has a micro USB port for connection to the AC power supply cable
and has four channel options for convenient cord routing.
NOTE: The U3 comes with a white power supply and micro USB cable. The
cable is detachable from the power supply in case a longer or different cable is
preferred.
CRADLE
The weather resistant cradle can be used for a convenient place to store the U3
in the area where the remote is being used.
NOTE: The cradle does not recharge the battery.
U3 Weather Resistant Remote Control
The rubber cover over the back of the U3 is made with an anti-microbacterial
additive to prevent mold and is removable for cleaning. Carefully remove it by
gently pulling from the edge of the rubber. To reattach, t the rubber on the
back of the remote and press the ridge around the edge of the rubber into the
groove around the outside of the unit.
The back of the U3 has a waterproof pressure vent near the top. Keep this vent
clear and do not poke anything into the vent or damage may occur, voiding the
warranty.
NOTE: The serial number for the unit is found on the back beneath the cover.
The mounting holster attaches to the bottom of the charging dock or cradle to
hold the U3 secure for when it is afxed to a wall. There are three (3) tabs on
the mounting holster. To attach, carefully slide each docking tab of the holster
into the coordinating slot on the back of the docking station, starting on one
side, then the middle tab, and then the other side.
Programming the U3
The U3 requires a ZB-Pro Programming Tool (sold separately - item 10-210216-
13) to program or update the rmware.
The U3 display and buttons are programmed using the RTI Integration Designer®
programming software. (Integration Designer software available to authorized
RTI dealers only).
FIRMWARE AND SOFTWARE UPDATES
Please verify that you have the most recent rmware and software installed
for this and all RTI products. Authorized RTI dealers can download the latest
rmware and Integration Designer from the dealer section of www.rticorp.com.
UPDATING INTEGRATION DESIGNER PROGRAMMING
When downloading the program le, Integration Designer will check if there is a
ZB-Pro plugged into the computer. If there is not, Integration Designer will show
a message with instructions to plug a ZB-Pro into the USB port.
To load the program le onto the U3
1. Press and hold the “Power” and “OK” buttons simultaneously to enter the
Control Panel on the U3.
2. Navigate to “Programming Mode”.
3. Press the “OK” button to access the communication code.
4. When instructed by Integration Designer, enter the numeric code into the
appropriate eld.
NOTE: Integration Designer may need to update the rmware on the ZB-Pro to
enable it to communicate with the U3. If this is the case, Integration Designer
will show a message that it is upgrading the rmware on the ZB-Pro before
proceeding to download the program le.
INSTALLING FIRMWARE
1. Press and hold the “Power” and “OK” buttons simultaneously to enter the
Control Panel on the U3.
2. Navigate to “Programming Mode”.
3. Press the “OK” button to access the communication code.
4. When instructed by Integration Designer, enter the numeric code into the
appropriate eld.
Powering On/Off the U3
TO POWER THE U3 ON:
•Press and hold the “Power” and “OK” buttons simultaneously until the U3
powers on.
TO POWER THE U3 OFF:
• Press and hold the “Power” and “OK” buttons simultaneously to enter the
Control Panel. Navigate to “Power Down” and press the “OK” button. The
screen will ash a message and then go blank.
NOTE: During normal operation, the display will always appear to be “on”. The
Electronic Paper Display uses minimal battery power to operate. When the unit
is not in use, the U3 goes into low power mode (the display will stay on) and any
button press will wake the U3 to full operation status.
Holster Slot Holster Slot
Holster Slot
Docking Tabs
Inside of Mounting Holster
Wall Mount Screw Holes
Micro USB port
Cable Channel
Cable Channel
Cable Channel
Cable Channel
Charging Dock
Mounting Holster
Electronic Paper Display
Programmable
Keypad Buttons
Charging the U3 Battery
WHEN TO CHARGE THE U3:
The U3 uses a Lithium-ion rechargeable battery which will not exhibit a memory
effect from being charged too often, therefore the remote control may be placed
into the charging dock when not in use.
• The display will show an insufcient battery power icon when the battery
capacity becomes low and a charge cycle is required.
CHARGING THE U3:
1. Locate and install the appropriate wall outlet plug onto the power supply.
2. Insert the micro USB end of the power supply cable into the USB port located
on the backside of the charging dock.
3. Plug the power supply cable into a wall outlet.
4. Gently set the U3 onto the charging dock.
5. The battery icon on the bottom right of the display will show when the
battery is fully charged.
U3 Back
Mounting Holster
U3 Docking Stations
There are always two icons displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Communication Connection Links: Will show two chain links together when
connected or a broken chain with an “X” symbol when not connected.
Battery Indicator: Shows battery charge status.
STATUS BAR
U3 Front
Charging Dock (Back)
Do not disassemble the U3. Do not remove the screws holding the back cover of
the U3. Service of the U3, including battery replacement, should be performed
by RTI or authorized personnel only.
Replacing the U3 Battery