Wizard 8 way User manual

Device modes & keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Shift key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Shift functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Battery Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Setting up the WIZARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Set-up by LIBRARY SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Set-up by MANUFACTURER ID CODE . . . . .4-5
Code Recall function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Set-up by LEARNING FACILITY . . . . . . . . .5-6
Advanced operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Back light operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Incorrect key reconfiguration function . . .6-7
Macro function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
If there’s a problem! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
If the STATUS LED does not operate . . . . . . .7
If the WIZARD does not operate when
the keys are pressed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
If the WIZARD does not perform the
required action/operate your device . . . . . .7
If a function key operates the wrong function .7
If your brand is not in the code list . . . . . . .7
MANUFACTURER ID CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Contents:
The WIZARD 8 way - Instruction Manual
Pre-programmed universal remote control
with learning facility
A single remote to operate your television, video,
satellite receiver/cable TV & CD/HiFi.
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
VCRVCR
TVTV AUXAUX
SASATT
+
+
CH
-/--
C/P A/V
MENU
+++
X
CH
X
EXIT
ACCEPT
?
MACRO
SHIFT
1

Thank you for purchasing the WIZARD. The WIZARD is a pre-programmed uni-
versal remote control capable of operating up to 8 infra-red controlled Audio
Visual products.
The WIZARD can also learn and simulate the commands of almost any infra-
red controlled Audio Visual product.
Your WIZARD package contains: The WIZARD universal remote control,
WIZARD instruction booklet & Manufacturer ID Codes
This instruction booklet contains all the necessary guidelines to operate your
WIZARD and the operating codes for your TV/VCR/CATV/SAT/CD/HIFI. It also
describes the learning function.
Device Modes
There are 4 Main Device
Modes (TV, VCR, SAT, AUX)
and 4 Secondary Device
Modes (SHIFT key +
TV/VCR/SAT/AUX) on the WIZARD.
Device Mode selection:
TV Television control key
VCR Video Recorder control key
SAT Cable/Satellite control key
AUX Any device
This includes any of the above devices as well as CD players and HiFi systems.
SHIFT + TV Any device
SHIFT + VCR Any device
SHIFT + SAT Any device
SHIFT + AUX Any device
DEVICE MODE LEDS: When any function key is pressed one of the DEVICE
KEYS will flash red to indicate which device is being operated.
SHIFT key
The “SHIFT + Function” settings will continue to function as long as another
function key is operated
within the next 5 seconds.
The SHIFT function will
cease to operate 5 seconds
after the last function key has been pressed.
To cancel the Shift function before the 5 seconds time-out period has elapsed,
press the Shift key again.
VCRVCR
TVTV AUXAUX
SASATT
+
DEVICE KEYS
+
+
CH CH
SHIFT
SHIFT KEY
+
+
+
+
TV
VCR
AUX
SAT
SHIFT
TV
VCR
AUX
SAT
SHIFT
SHIFT
SHIFT
SHIFT
2

1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
VCRVCR
TVTV AUXAUX
SASATT
+
+
CH
-/--
C/P A/V
MENU
+++
X
CH
X
EXIT
ACCEPT
?
MACRO
SHIFT
STATUS LED
POWER/STANDBY
CHANNEL/VOLUME SHIFT
DEVICE KEYS
CHANNEL NUMBER
KEYS
TELETEXT KEYS
VCR KEYS
SECONDARY SHIFT
KEYS (TV CONTROLS)
COLOUR, BRIGHTNESS
& CONTRAST FASTEXT KEYS
SECONDARY SHIFT
KEYS 1...6
Wizard function keys
LEARNING SENSOR
3

Main function keys
STANDBY ON/OFF
MUTE: sound OFF/ON
Channel down/- Channel up/+
Volume/+ Volume/-
Channel 1/2 digit mode
Switches the TV to SCART (AV channel)
C/P Channel Programming (some TVs)
MENU function (some TVs)
ACCEPT: Stores MENU changes
EXIT MENU: without storing changes.
VCR function keys
VCR PLAY
VCR STOP
VCR PAUSE
VCR FAST FORWARD
VCR REWIND
VCR RECORD
Teletext function keys
TELETEXT OFF: TEXT to TV
TELETEXT ON
MIX TV and TELETEXT combined
HOLD PAGE
REVEAL
UPDATE
PAGE DOWN/UP
TIMER
FASTEXT RED
FASTEXT GREEN
FASTEXT YELLOW
FASTEXT BLUE
Special function keys
See “MACRO operation” page 7
BACK LIGHT: Refer to “BACK LIGHT operation” page 6
X
CH
+
CH
-/--
A/V
C/P
C/P
MENU
ACCEPT
EXIT
?
?
X
+
MACRO
CH
+
CH
+
4

Secondary Shift functions
The STATUS LED will be lit GREEN continuously while the SHIFT function is in
operation. Functions available after the SHIFT key is first pressed:
1...6 will contain one of the following groups of functions:-
- 10+, 20+, 30+, 40+ ...,- 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 ...etc.
SHIFT & +/- COLOUR
SHIFT & +/- BRIGHTNESS
SHIFT & +/- CONTRAST
Battery Installation
The WIZARD requires 3 x AAA alkaline batteries (not included).
1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the WIZARD.
2. Insert batteries making sure that the + & - signs on the batteries corre-
spond to those in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover. Your WIZARD is now ready for operation.
Battery Low
If none of the DEVICE LEDS operate or the WIZARD only operates at close
range it is probable that you need to replace your old batteries.
Average alkaline battery life is approximately 6 months. If you are not using
the remote for extended periods of time, please remove batteries and store
them in a cool, dry place.
Setting up the WIZARD.
The WIZARD is capable of operating up to 4 devices including TV, VCR,
Satellite receiver/Cable TV and CD/HiFi in any combination. And using the
SHIFT key an additional 4 devices, again in any combination.
There are two ways to set up the WIZARD using the codes pre-programmed
into memory.
1. By using the LIBRARY SEARCH routine.
2. By entering the MANUFACTURER ID CODE.
Instructions for both follow.
In addition it is possible to program individual keys using the LEARNING
FACILITY providing you have a functioning original remote (see page 5).
Set-up by LIBRARY SEARCH
1. Switch on your device manually or with your original remote control.
2. Press the Power and Mute keys together until STATUS LED stays
RED (approx. 2 seconds).
3. Press the required DEVICE KEY (eg press TV if you want to set-up a TV) and
the DEVICE KEY will light up.
+
+
+
...
SHIFT
4 2
SHIFT
SHIFT
SHIFT
X
&
TV TV
=
(2 secs)
=5

4. Press the Power key and hold down for 2 seconds then release for 2
seconds, repeat this process until your device switches off (or switches to
STANDBY).
5. When your device switches off press the lit DEVICE KEY once to stop the
Library Search. Now try the keys on the remote control.
NB: If you accidentally skipped a code that turned your device off, you can
go one code back by pressing the Mute key.
6. If the code you find doesn’t work correctly, press the DEVICE KEY for 1 sec-
ond and the DEVICE KEY will flash once. Repeat steps 4 to 6 until you find the
code that best operates your device. When you reach the end of the library,
the STATUS LED will flash twice per second and the set up mode is cancelled.
7. After you have found a suitable code, press the DEVICE KEY 3 times until
the DEVICE KEY and STATUS LED go out. The code is then stored.
8. If after you have set-up the WIZARD for your first 4 devices you wish to
set-up additional devices (5-8) follow steps 1-3 then press the SHIFT KEY, the
STATUS LED will change to GREEN, then press a device key and the STATUS
LED will change to RED. You can then set up a SHIFT mode device by follow-
ing steps 4-7.
Set-up by MANUFACTURER ID CODE
1. Look up your device brand name in the MANUFACTURER ID CODE (page 8)
to find the correct code for your brand.
2. Switch on your device manually or with your original remote control.
3. Press the Power and Mute keys together until the STATUS LED stays
RED (approx. 2 seconds).
4. Press the required DEVICE KEY (eg press TV if you want to set-up a TV) and
the DEVICE KEY will light up.
NB: When setting up by Manufacturer ID Code, you can set the
TV/VCR/SAT/AUX DEVICE KEYS to work any combination of TVs, VCRs, Cable
TVs/Satellite receivers or CD/HiFi. i.e. you could set-up a TV on the VCR key
or vice versa.
5. Using the channel no. keys type in the 4 digit MANUFACTURER ID CODE
from the code list.
6. Then to set-up a TV press the 1 key. To set-up a VCR press the 2 key. To
set-up a SAT press the 3 key. If you are programming any other device, press
the 4 key.
7. If the entered code is correct, the STATUS LED will flash once. If the code is
wrong, the STATUS LED will flash twice.
8. Press the POWER key and hold down for 2 seconds then release for 2
seconds, repeat this process until your device switches off (or switches to
STANDBY).
NB: If you accidentally skipped a code which turned your device off, you can
go one code back by pressing the Mute key.
9. Press the lit DEVICE KEY once.
X
=
TV
...
TV TV
TV
x2
TV TV
SHIFT
TV
=
=
=
2142
1or 2
or 34
or
x2X
✓
X
TV
(2 secs)(2 secs)(2 secs)
(1 sec)
...
(2 secs)(2 secs)(2 secs)
X
&
TV TV
=
(2 secs)
=
6

10. Press the POWER key to turn your device back on and now try other
function keys on your WIZARD.
11. If not all of the keys function correctly, press the lit DEVICE KEY for 1 sec-
ond, the DEVICE KEY will flash once. Repeat from step 8 until you achieve a
satisfactory range of functions on the WIZARD. If you reach the end of your
“device manufacturer library” without finding a suitable code, the DEVICE
KEY will flash twice per second and the set-up mode switches to the LIBRARY
SEARCH mode.
12. When you have found a suitable code, press the DEVICE KEY 3 times until
the DEVICE KEY and STATUS LED go out. The code is then stored.
13. If after you have set-up the WIZARD for your first 4 devices you wish to
set-up additional devices (5-8) follow steps 1-3 then press the SHIFT KEY, the
STATUS LED will change to GREEN, then press a device key and the STATUS
LED will change to RED. You can then set up a SHIFT Mode device by follow-
ing steps 4-12.
Code Recall function
The Code Recall function allows you to directly program into the WIZARD the
exact code for your make and model of device. This is especially useful if
your WIZARD accidentally looses your stored codes. You are advised to write
down the recalled codes in the reserved space on the back of this manual.
The Customer Careline may also need your codes in the event of a problem.
1. Press Power and Mute key together until STATUS LED stays on
(approx. 2 seconds). If you wish to recall the code for a device stored in
SHIFT mode press the SHIFT KEY now.
2. Press required DEVICE KEY. and the DEVICE KEY will light up.
3 Press 8888 plus a digit from 1 to 8. e.g. for TV 88881, for VCR 88882, for
SAT/CATV 88883, for AUX 88884 and for SHIFT TV 88885.
4. For the first digit of your code, press 1 and count the number of times the
STATUS LED flashes on the WIZARD. If the LED does not light up the digit is
zero (duration between flashes is 1 second). To find the 2nd digit of your
code press 2, for the 3rd digit press 3 ,for the 4th digit press 4 and for the
fifth digit press 5 each time count the number of times the LED flashes.
5. Press the lit DEVICE KEY to exit Code Recall mode. The DEVICE KEY will turn
off.
Set-up by LEARNING FACILITY.
To set-up by learning codes you will need a fully functional original remote
control.
Please note that the WIZARD can only learn infrared commands. It is not
compatible with UHF and Ultrasonic remote controls. There are also a number
of infrared remote controls that use encoding methods which the WIZARD
cannot learn.
1. Press the Power and Mute keys together until STATUS LED comes
on.
TV
x2
=
TV TV TV
=
SHIFT
TV
=
(1 sec)
X
&
TV TV
=
8 8 8 8 1
(2 secs)
1
=
=
=
2
etc.
count
flashes
count
flashes
TV =TV
X
&=
(2 secs)
7

2. Press the required DEVICE KEY (eg press TV if you want to set-up a TV) and
the DEVICE KEY will light up. (for SHIFT mode devices 5-8 press the SHIFT
KEY, the STATUS LED will change to GREEN, then press a device key and the
STATUS LED will change to RED.)
3. Type in the correct LEARNING CODE from the table below to activate the
Learning function. The STATUS LED flashes once, showing that it is now in
learning mode.
LEARNING CODES
TV: 55551 (SHIFT TV: 55555)
VCR: 55552 (SHIFT VCR: 55556)
SAT/CATV: 55553 (SHIFT SAT/CATV: 55557)
AUX: 55554 (SHIFT AUX: 55558)
4. Align the sensor of your
original remote control with
the bottom end of the
WIZARD approximately 3 to
5 cm apart.
5. Choose a function key on
the WIZARD which you want to use to duplicate/store the function from the
original remote, press and release.
6. Press and hold down the selected function key on the original remote. The
STATUS LED on the WIZARD will flash continuously to indicate that the code is
being copied. When the WIZARD has finishing copying the code the STATUS
LED will then flash once to indicate that the code has been learnt. You can
now release the selected function key on your original remote. If the STATUS
LED flashes twice, an error has occurred in the learning process. Repeat the
learning process from step 6 onwards. See “Learning Errors” section if prob-
lems persist.
7. To program the next function key operating the same device repeat steps
6-8
8. When you have finished programming the various keys on your WIZARD,
press the DEVICE KEY. The STATUS LED and DEVICE KEY will go off and your
codes will now be stored.
NB: In the LEARNING mode, if no key is pressed for over 10 seconds, LEARN-
ING mode ends automatically.
Trouble Shooting Learning Errors
When the STATUS LED flashes twice at the end of the learning process an
error has occurred. Repeat the learning process from the beginning of the
learning set-up section. If the error persists it may be for one of the following
reasons:
1. Alignment of the two remotes is not correct
2. You may be holding down the key of the original remote control for too
long. Try pressing the key for a shorter period of time (about 1 second).
TV TV
=
=
SHIFT
TV
=
5 5 5 5 1
(eg)
7 8 9
0
+++
X
EXIT
ACCEPT
?
MACRO
1 42 3
+
-
-
PP+
TV VCR SAT AUX
ORIGINAL REMOTE
SENSOR WIZARD LEARNING
SENSOR
3-5cm
C/P
(eg Wizard)
x2X
✓
(eg original)
PIP
(press once)
(press & hold)
TV
=
TV &
8

3. The WIZARD may not be able to duplicate the signals from your remote if
it operates on unusual frequencies.
If during the learning process the STATUS LED flashes continuously for longer
than 35 seconds remove a battery and wait a minute before replacing. This
will re-boot the WIZARD much like a computer.
4. If an error occurs every time you try to use the learning process, the
memory of the WIZARD may be full. This will only happen when quite a few
remotes have been learnt and/or macros programmed. And to program a
new key you will first have to delete a less important key.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS
SHIFT DEVICE operation
When operating devices using the SHIFT key (SHIFT DEVICES 5-8), the Wizard
stays in the SHIFT DEVICE mode until any DEVICE KEY is pressed.
Back light operation
To make using the WIZARD easier in low light conditions, the function keys
can be backlit.
To activate the back light press the BACK LIGHT key. Once lit the back light
remains on until 5 seconds after a main function key has been pressed and
will light up automatically whenever a main function key is pressed.
To switch off the back light press the BACK LIGHT key again.
Incorrect key reconfiguration
1. Press the Power and Mute keys together until the STATUS LED
comes on (approx. 2 seconds).
If you are reconfiguring a SHIFT Function key, you must next press the SHIFT
key and the STATUS LED will change to GREEN.
2. Press the required DEVICE KEY and the DEVICE KEY will light up.
3.
Enter one of the following 5 digit magic codes.
TV = 99991; VCR = 99992; SAT/CATV = 99993; AUX = 99994
4. Press slowly and repeatedly the key you wish to re-program until your
device indicates the required/correct function.
If you reach the end of the data without finding the required function, the
STATUS LED flashes twice.
NB: If no other key is pressed for more than 20 seconds, the key reconfigu-
ration process will stop and the WIZARD will revert to normal operation.
5. Press the relevant DEVICE KEY to store the correction. The DEVICE KEY will
flash once.
6. Repeat 4 and 5 for any other keys you wish to modify.
7. Press the correct Device key 3 times to exit the reconfiguration function.
You can also exit the reconfiguration function when you reach the end of the
data.
8. Maximum number of keys which can be reconfigured are 8 keys per
device.
X
&=
(2 secs)
SHIFT
=
TV TV
=
(for shift
device only)
9 9 9 9 1
(eg)
(eg) (press repeatedly)
x2X
TV TV
=
TV
9

Macro function
The Macro function allows several functions to be executed with just one key
operation.
1. Press the Power and Mute keys together until the STATUS LED
comes on.
NB: When reconfiguring a SHIFT Function key, you must first press the SHIFT
key. The STATUS LED then changes to GREEN.
2. Press required DEVICE KEY. and the DEVICE KEY will light up.
3. Key in the Macro set-up code for your device: TV-77771, VCR-77772,
SAT/CTV-77773, AUX-77774.
4. Record your Macro by selecting the functions you wish to carry out when
Macro is selected. Make sure each function performs correctly when entered.
e.g.: To switch on your SAT and TV, and put the A/V on TV, press SAT; POWER;
TV; POWER(or a number key if your TV only switches on via the number key-
pad); A/V.
NB: Each Macro can only execute a maximum of 6 commands at a time.
5. Press the Macro key to store the macro. The DEVICE KEY will go out and
the macro is programmed.
6. To play back the Macro of a particular device, press the device key and
then the Macro key. NB: Since each Device key can have its own macro
sequence, you can choose to have as many as 8 different macros pro-
grammed.
If there is a problem! (P = Problem, S = Solution)
P: The WIZARD LED does not operate.
S: Replace the batteries.
P:The WIZARD does not operate when the keys are used.
S: Check the batteries and replace if necessary, also ensure you point the
WIZARD directly at your device.
P: The WIZARD does not perform the required action/operate your device?
S: Check the operating code and change if necessary.
P: A function key operates the wrong function.
S: You may need to check the code again.
Your brand is not mentioned in the code list?
S: Try using the LIBRARYSEARCH method to set-up your remote.
X
&=
(2 secs)
SHIFT
=
TV TV
=
7 7 7 7 1
(eg)
TV
A/V
+
MACRO
=
(eg)
SAT
+
MACRO
SAT
SAT
Disclaimer
1. Whilst every attempt has been made to include in the WIZARD as many manufacturers and
TV/VCR/SAT/CD/HIFI devices as possible, older/less common models may not be in the WIZARD library.
This also applies to new models for which code information is not yet available. Neither does the WIZARD
support RF and non-standard infrared remote controlled equipment.
2. The WIZARD cannot operate functions which are not supported by your TV/VCR/SAT in the first place.
3. The manufacturer reserves the right to continuously update the code library and improve the control
functionswithout notification.
Record your DEVICE CODES here . .1.) . . . . . . . . . . . .2.) . . . . . . . . . . . .3.) . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.) . . . . . . . . . . . .6.) . . . . . . . . . . . .7.) . . . . . . . . . . . .8.) . . . . . . . .. . . .
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