IRLinc Transmitter
INSTEON to IR Converter Model : 2411T
IRLinc Transmitter Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABOUT IRLINC TRANSMITTER..... 3 Key IRLinc Transmitter Features.... 3 What is Included with IRLinc Transmitter... 3 WHAT IS INSTEON?.... 4 INSTALLATION..... 5 Preparing to Install IRLinc Transmitter.... 5 Installing IRLinc Transmitter..... 6 USING IRLINC TRANSMITTER.... 6 CONTROLLING IRLINC TRANSMITTER FROM AN INSTEON CONTROLLER.. 7 Linking an INSTEON Controller to IRLinc Transmitter... 7 Unlinking IRLinc from an INSTEON Controller... 7 CREATING AN INSTEON SCENE.... 7 ADVANCED FEATURES..... 8 Restoring Power to IRLinc Transmitter.... 8 Resetting IRLinc Transmitter to its Factory Default Settings... 8 X10 PROGRAMMING OPTIONS..... 8 Setting the X10 Address.... 8 Removing the X10 Address.... 8 ABOUT INSTEON..... 9 Using Dual-Band INSTEON Devices to Upgrade Your Network... 9 Important Note about INSTEON Networks; Split Single-Phase vs. 3-Phase Installation.. 9 Further Enhancing Reliability.... 9 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES.... 9 Tutorial Videos.... 9 TROUBLESHOOTING..... 10 Troubleshooting During Setup..... 10 Troubleshooting After Setup.... 11 IRLINC TRANSMITTER IR COMPATIBILITY.... 12 Compatible Devices.... 12 Incompatible Devices.... 13 SPECIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATION, AND WARRANTY.. 14 Specifications..... 14 Certification..... 14 Limited Warranty..... 15

ABOUT IRLINC TRANSMITTER

With IRLinc Transmitter, you can convert INSTEON commands from any INSTEON Controller to IR commands for controlling audio/visual (A/V) devices. You can set up macros to send several IR commands from a single press of a button. IRLinc is compatible with almost every IR command, allowing you to control your TV, stereo, and much more from your INSTEON devices.

IR emitter jack

IR sensor

Pass-through outlet

IR emitter plug Set button Status LED IR emitters
Key IRLinc Transmitter Features
Installs and Links to other INSTEON devices in minutes Conveniently learns IR commands directly from your existing remotes Macro support control several devices from a single button press Compatible with most IR-controlled devices and X10 controllers Sleek black finish blends in with your A/V equipment Indicates INSTEON setup mode activity and operational states with a Status LED and beeper Stores setup state in memory so settings arent lost during power outages Two-year warranty
What is Included with IRLinc Transmitter
IRLinc Transmitter INSTEON to IR Converter Dual stick-on IR emitters (9 feet) Quick-Start Guide

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WHAT IS INSTEON?
Since its inception in 2005, INSTEON has become a best-selling home-control networking technology, offering more reliability and flexibility than any other home management system on the market. INSTEON systems are simple, reliable, and affordable. Simple, because each device takes mere minutes to install. Reliable, because every INSTEON device works as a network repeater, ensuring your commands will not be lost. Affordable, because INSTEON can be integrated into any number of devices easily and at a very low cost. An INSTEON home grows in value with each added INSTEON device, making life more convenient, safe, and fun. How Does INSTEON Work? What makes INSTEON the most reliable home automation network is its dual-mesh network. INSTEON devices use both radio frequency (RF) signals and the homes existing wiring to talk to each other. In an INSTEON network, every INSTEON device also acts as a repeater, receiving and sending every message to all other devices in the network. So by integrating more INSTEON devices you will strengthen the network and ensure no commands will be lost. No central controller or networking setup is required with an INSTEON network. Simply install your devices and then use a series of button presses or taps to Link your devices together. Throughout this Owners Manual, you may see the terms Controller or Responder. These generic INSTEON terms refer to the components of an INSTEON scene, and are used on a scene-by-scene basis. Controller sends INSTEON commands to other devices Responder reacts to commands sent out by another INSTEON device

An INSTEON device may act as a Controller, Responder, or sometimes both. INSTEON networks are also extremely secure. Each INSTEON device is assigned a unique INSTEON ID, so unless neighbors or would-be hackers have access to your particular devices INSTEON ID, they wont be able to control your home, even if they are using similar products.

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INSTALLATION
Preparing to Install IRLinc Transmitter
CAUTION Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference. IRLinc is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations in the United States or the Canadian Electrical Code and local regulations in Canada. Use indoors only. IRLinc is not designed nor approved for use on power lines other than 120V 60Hz, single phase. Attempting to use IRLinc on non-approved power lines may have hazardous consequences. Prior to installing IRLinc, please review the entire installation procedure and take the following precautions: Use indoors or in a properly insulated and weatherproof electrical box only Dont plug IRLinc into an outlet controlled by a switch because if the switch is inadvertently turned off, IRLinc wont have power Dont plug IRLinc into a filtered power strip or AC filter Be sure that the device you want to control is working and that the devices built-in switch is in the on position Dont stack INSTEON home automation devices together by plugging them into each other. Stacked devices may overheat and stop functioning. Also avoid using the pass-through outlets on INSTEON devices for other heat-generating power supplies. Dont use IRLinc to control devices that preserve, maintain, or contribute to human or animal safety or life support Be careful where emitters are plugged in if you plan on using the included IR emitters on a device other than IRLinc. Some similar jacks may have higher voltages than the emitter can handle. If an emitter is plugged into the probe jack, it will be destroyed instantly. The IRLinc IR emitter jack is designed for use with single/dual IR emitters or blasters and is not compatible with IR repeating systems through a direct connection. For use with these systems, it is recommended to install a sensor compatible with the desired IR repeating system in range/sight of an emitter or blaster connected to the IRLinc IR emitter jack. For control of more than two IR devices, it is recommended to use an IR blaster located in sight of all your equipment

Tips for using the included IR emitters: Some plasma TVs and compact fluorescent lights may produce IR noise that could interfere with the equipments IR sensor. Covering the outside of the emitter with black electrical tape may help. If the emitter falls off the equipment, clean the sensor area with an alcohol-based cleaner and reapply the sensor If the foam adhesive doesnt stick well, apply a very small drop of glue and reapply IR emitters need to be in direct contact with the equipments IR sensor window for best results. Operation may be intermittent if the emitter is just a few inches away from the window. An extension cable (up to 300 feet) may be used between the emitter and the equipment. A two or three conductor cable with male and female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) plugs is ideal. INSTEON Gold Support Line 800-762-7845
If you have any questions, please call:

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IRLinc Transmitter Owners Manual Installing IRLinc Transmitter
1) Plug the IR emitter plug into the IRLinc emitter jack 2) Plug IRLinc into a convenient, unswitched wall outlet near your IR equipment HINT: You will need access to the bottom of IRLinc during Linking so you may want to temporarily use an extension cord until setup is complete. The IRLinc Status LED will turn on solid blue 3) Locate the IR sensor for the IR-controlled device you would like to control NOTE: When using the stick-on emitters, it is important to find the IR sensor on the equipment and place the emitter directly over the sensor. Use a flashlight to look into the display or bezel of the equipment to find the sensor. If the sensor is too difficult to find, you can partially cover the front of the equipment with an object or thick cloth. If the remote works, then continue to isolate areas of the uncovered section to narrow down the location of the sensor. 4) Once you have located the devices IR sensor, hold the emitter where you intend to mount it and then learn and test the IR code a) Double-tap the Set button on IRLinc IRLinc will double-beep and its Status LED will begin blinking b) Point your IR remote control at the bottom of IRLinc, holding it within a couple inches of the IR sensor. Then, tap the IR button to be learned. IRLinc will double-beep and its Status LED will turn on solid If IRLinc beeps eight times, remount the IR emitter and start over from step a c) Test that the IR code has been learned by tapping the Set button on IRLinc IRLinc will beep 5) Remove the peel-off backing from the first IR emitter and mount it over the IR sensor 6) Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the second IR emitter NOTE: Due to heat build-up and the potential for causing damage to this device, it is strongly recommended that you avoid using the front pass-through outlet for stacking INSTEON devices. Also avoid using this pass-through for other heat-generating power supplies.

See a tutorial video at: www.smarthome.com/videos/2411T.wmv

USING IRLINC TRANSMITTER

INSTEON IRLinc responds only to INSTEON ON or OFF commands. ALL ON/OFF or BRIGHT/DIM commands are ignored. NOTE: For any given INSTEON Controller button, the IR commands associated with the ON command are independent of the IR commands associated with the OFF command, for added flexibility. X10 IRLinc responds to the X10 addresses which are programmed and not the commands. For example, if you program A1, IRLinc will respond to any command which starts with A1, such as A1 ON, A1 OFF, etc.

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CONTROLLING IRLINC TRANSMITTER FROM AN INSTEON CONTROLLER
Linking an INSTEON Controller to IRLinc Transmitter
To control your IR devices from an INSTEON Controller, follow these steps to Link IRLinc and the Controller together. Refer to your Controllers Owners Manual for detailed instructions on how to properly install and Link it to IRLinc Transmitter. The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices: 1) Set the Controller to Linking Mode. (For most Controllers, press & hold an On or Scene button for 10 seconds or the Set button for 3 seconds.) You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Linking Mode automatically times out. 2) Press & hold the Set button on IRLinc until it double-beeps (3 seconds) After a few seconds, IRLinc will double-beep again. DO NOT PROCEED UNTIL YOU HEAR TWO SETS OF DOUBLE-BEEPS. 3) OPTIONAL: If you want to send the IR code to respond to an OFF command instead of an ON command, send an OFF command from the Controller within 30 seconds of performing step 2 NOTE: Sending an OFF command in this step will not affect any other Link. If an OFF command is sent, IRLinc will double-beep 4) Confirm that Linking was successful by tapping the button you just Linked to on the Controller IRLinc will respond appropriately
Unlinking IRLinc from an INSTEON Controller
If you are going to discontinue using IRLinc, it is very important that you Unlink it from any Linked Controllers. Otherwise, the Controller will retry any commands repetitively, thus slowing down the system. The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices: 1) Set the Controller to Unlinking Mode. (For most Controllers, press & hold an On or Scene button for 10 seconds twice or the Set button for 3 seconds twice.) You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Unlinking Mode automatically times out. 2) Press & hold the Set button on IRLinc until it double-beeps (3 seconds) After a few seconds, IRLinc will double-beep again 3) Confirm that Unlinking was successful by tapping the buttons you just Linked from on the Controller IRLinc will no longer respond

CREATING AN INSTEON SCENE
INSTEON scenes let you activate dramatic lighting moods with the press of just one button. For example, you can set all the lights in a scene to dim to 50% or turn certain lights on while turning others off, all with the tap of a button on a Controller. INSTEON scenes are very easy to set up just Link more than one Responder to the same On/Off or Scene button on a Controller. Then, when you press any of the Linked buttons on the Controller, all of the INSTEON devices Linked in the scene will respond as a group.

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ADVANCED FEATURES
Restoring Power to IRLinc Transmitter
IRLinc stores all of its settings, such as Links to other INSTEON devices, with non-volatile memory. Because settings are saved in this non-volatile memory, they will not be lost in the event of a power failure.
Resetting IRLinc Transmitter to its Factory Default Settings
The factory reset procedure will clear IRLinc of all INSTEON Links and any programmed X10 addresses. 1) If you are using a Controller to control IRLinc, be sure to Unlink it from the Controller. See Unlinking IRLinc from an INSTEON Controller. 2) Unplug IRLinc from the outlet for 10 seconds 3) While holding down the Set button on IRLinc, plug it back in, making sure not to let go of the Set button 4) Continue to hold down the Set button for 3 seconds and then release A few seconds after you release the Set button, IRLinc will beep and the Status LED will turn on solid

X10 PROGRAMMING OPTIONS

IRLinc is X10 ready, meaning that it can respond to X10 commands from X10 controllers. However, to operate IRLinc in X10 mode, you must first set up an X10 address. As it ships from the factory or after a factory reset procedure, IRLinc will not have an X10 address set up.

Setting the X10 Address

You must complete the following before IRLinc will send out X10 commands. You can use any of the 256 possible X10 addresses for the X10 address. 1) Press & hold the Set button on IRLinc until it beeps (3 seconds) The IRLinc Status LED will begin blinking 2) Using an X10 controller, send the desired X10 address, followed by the ON command three times For example, to assign the address A1, you would send A1 ON A1 ON A1 ON. IRLinc will double-beep and its Status LED will stop blinking

Removing the X10 Address

If you are no longer going to control IRLinc with an X10 address, it is very important that you Unlink it, because otherwise IRLinc will respond to the X10 command and may cause IR devices to turn on by themselves. 1) Press & hold the Set button on IRLinc until it beeps (3 seconds) The IRLinc Status LED will begin blinking 2) Using an X10 controller, send the X10 address you would like to remove followed by the OFF command three times For example, to remove X10 address A1, send A1 OFF A1 OFF A1 OFF. IRLinc will double-beep and its Status LED will stop blinking and turn on solid Page 8 of 15

ABOUT INSTEON

Using Dual-Band INSTEON Devices to Upgrade Your Network
What are phases? The majority of single-family homes in North America have two phases (or legs) of 110 Volts coming into their electricity panels. From the panel, they are distributed throughout the home, providing power to outlets and wall switches. These phases come together in some parts of the home to provide 220 Volts of power to large appliances, such as an electric oven or pool pump. Why do I need to bridge these phases? Single-band power line devices send commands via the homes electricity, but only on a single phase. If the command is intended for a device on the opposite phase, there is a good chance the command will go unnoticed. Installing dual-band INSTEON devices, such as Access Points (#2443), on each phase will allow for devices to communicate between the two phases via RF. Dual-band INSTEON devices embody the full potential of a true INSTEON mesh network. Taking the power line band signal and working in conjunction with the RF band signal, its dual-band function plays out in two ways: Phase bridger a receiver of commands, reacting to and translating signals sent from one power phase to the opposite via RF Signal repeater a participant in an INSTEON network, repeating commands intended for other devices whether those commands are generated from RF or power line-only devices. To ensure reliability, every INSTEON device confirms that it has received a command. If a Controller does not receive this confirmation, it will automatically retransmit the command up to five times.
While using at least one dual-band device is required when using an RF-only device, at least two dual-band devices are recommended to ensure reliable communication across two-phase home wiring systems. For larger applications, it is recommended to install at least one dual-band device for every 750 1,000 square feet. Search for dual-band INSTEON devices at: www.smarthome.com/dualband

Important Note about INSTEON Networks; Split Single-Phase vs. 3-Phase Installation
For the best INSTEON network performance, be sure you have properly installed at least two dual-band INSTEON devices. INSTEON has only been officially tested in a split single-phase residential environment but has been known to work in many 3-phase systems, where three dual-band devices are used (one on each phase). However, due to the potential complexity of its troubleshooting, the INSTEON Gold Support Line is unable to support INSTEON in 3phase environments.
Further Enhancing Reliability
As signals travel via the power line or RF throughout the home, they naturally become weaker the farther they travel. The best way to overcome weakened signals is to increase the coverage of the mesh network by introducing more INSTEON devices. It is possible that some audio-video devices, computers, power strips, or other electrical equipment may attenuate INSTEON signals on the power line. You can temporarily unplug suspected devices to test whether the INSTEON signal improves. If it does, then you can plug in filters that will permanently fix the problem.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Find home automation solutions, helpful hints, interactive demos, user forums, and more at the Smarthome Learning Center: www.smarthome.com/learningcenter.html Tutorial Videos IRLinc Transmitter Basics www.smarthome.com/videos/2411T.wmv

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting During Setup

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IRLinc Transmitter Owners Manual Troubleshooting After Setup
If you have tried these solutions, reviewed this Owners Manual, and still cannot resolve an issue you are having with IRLinc, please call: INSTEON Gold Support Line 800-762-7845

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IRLINC TRANSMITTER IR COMPATIBILITY

Compatible Devices

The following devices have been reported to contain at least one IR code compatible with IRLinc: Device Type Air Filter Apple TV Candles CD Digital TV Converter DVR Gaming HDTV Card Juke Box Matrix Switcher PVR Brand IQ Air Apple TV FlameFree Pioneer Insignia TiVo Xbox Hauppague Sony Channel Vision Pro Dish Network Harmon / Kardon Onkyo Receiver Pioneer RCA Sony Set Top Box Speaker Switch AT&T / Motorola HACS iLo Maxent TV Samsung Sony Toshiba Whole House Amp XM Receiver NUVO AudioVox Model # Health Pro N/A F327ML5003 SA-PM17 NS-DXA1-APT N/A V1 w/ IR 1600 DVP-CX995V PAVR-254 TX-SR302 VSX-59TXi RT2360 STRDA-555ES STR-DGDG920 VIP 1200 AB8SS 26 MX50-X3 MX-5020HPM N5065W KP-61HSLCD Bravia XBR 43A10 Concerto XR9

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IRLinc Transmitter Owners Manual Incompatible Devices
Delphi XM Radios Parity bits have been found to cause commands after the first to not work. Sony VisionTouch Check for either: VisionTouch printed on the faceplate Model number ending with G Came with Air-Egg remote
Almost no learning remote can work with a VisionTouch receiver. The VisionTouch system uses a 45 KHz carrier frequency which uses a unique (non-standard) protocol that is unlearnable by almost every universal remote to date, including the Philips Pronto and Sonys own models. The problem extends in that you cant use normal Sony remotes or IR codes to control the receiver even the Sony RM-AV3000 will not work. Affected models include: STR-DA90ESG STR-DE1015G STR-GA9ESG STR-DE805G STR-D760Z TA-VE800G STR-DE815G STR-G1ES TA-VE810G STR-DE905G STR-G3
Sonys newer receivers advertised with 2-way communications are fully compatible with regular learning remotes. Sony has since dropped the entire VisionTouch system from their lineup. High Frequency IR Systems Several brands of equipment feature IR systems that operate at frequencies much higher than normal. Though the majority of IR remotes operate in the 30-40 KHz range, several brands such as a Bang & Olufsen, particular Kenwood equipment, and some lighting control systems use a 455 KHz frequency. More unusual and difficult to work are Pioneer and Pioneer Elite components built around 1997 that use a 1.125MHz carrier frequency. Pace Cable Boxes Pace designed a remote for their 1000 and 2000 series digital cable boxes using a protocol not actually intended for remote control use. The IRDA variant was intended for high-speed data transfer over short distances (i.e., from laptop to printer), rather than the slow-speed/long distance requirement of remote controls. The IRDA standard specifically includes a format for remote controls. However, the Pace remotes do not use it. The issue is that trying to learn such codes is much like asking an AM radio to receive FM signals it simply isnt possible. At this time, the only remote controls that can offer even partial functionality are certain models from One For All. Even then youll most likely have to send the remote to the factory in order for these codes to be added. More recent and older Pace models are not affected by this problematic protocol. Parity Bits A somewhat common problem is when a device (such as a cable box) will accept a learned code once but not twice in a row. For instance, you can enter the channel 1 2, but not 3 3. This is not a fault with your new remote, but rather a very hard-to-work-with design employed by your equipment. What happens is your original remote tacks on a party bit (sometimes called a toggle bit) to the end of each code. So, the first time it sends the code it follows up with a 0. The next time it ends with 1. The problem is that a learning remote can only learn or send the signal one way the way you learned it. Your equipment, unfortunately, will not accept the code again unless it ends with a new parity bit or you send a different code to clear the memory buffer. The most common example of equipment that uses this system is anything that employs the Philips RC5 or RC6 code format - such as Philips or Marantz products, or even Microsoft Media Center Edition remote controls. As the RC5 and RC6 implementation guidelines make parity bit checking optional, not all RC5/RC6 devices will respond the same way to non-alternating learned codes. Some may require parity bits at all times, some may only require it for certain commands (such as power), some may use the parity bit only for closely repeated commands (meaning you could send 3-3-3 quickly with the original remote but only slower using a learned code), while some ignore parity bits completely and show no noticeable operational difference with or without.

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RF Satellites For anyone attempting to consolidate all of their remotes into a single unit, satellite systems can pose a potentially major problem: RF through-the-wall controls. As satellite receivers are the only mainstream A/V devices manufactured today using this technology, IR universal remotes do not include RF support. Satellite receivers come with either an RF-only remote or an RF and IR remote. In the former case, you should contact your manufacturer to determine if your model still has IR compatibility (most today do), in which case you can purchase a new remote or capture the codes from another pre-programmed model. For the latter, you may have to make a choice between RF or IR most receivers cannot operate with both activated at the same time. This adjustment will be found in the receivers setup screens and will probably have to be toggled before the remote will transmit IR signals. Here is a trick for the Sony SAT-A2, A3, and A4 receivers that will allow use of both RF and IR at the same time: Ensure you are already in RF mode Press MENU, 9 (SETUP), 1 (REMOTE) Select REMOTE CODES which will bring up a list of various devices Now select TV CODES to bring up the list of TV codes Press EXIT
Your DSS receiver should now be in a mode where it will respond to both IR and RF codes at the same time. However, there are two problems which you may encounter. First, if you use the RF remote in the same room as the receiver it may respond to both RF and IR signals at the same time, as if you pressed the button twice. This does not appear to occur very often. Secondly, if you have another similar DSS receiver you cant use this trick on it as it always appears to default to the same RF security code (001), meaning that both RF remotes end up controlling both receivers. If your receiver does not include infrared support you will need to continue controlling it via the original remote. Other RF Equipment All other RF equipment, such as most older Bose systems, cannot be controlled by any universal remote currently available. Dont be confused by remotes advertising RF capability this is not for the control of RF devices, but rather for controlling IR components from other rooms. The remote sends an RF signal to a base station in the same room as your equipment, which then rebroadcasts it as IR. There is no way to consolidate control of an RF-only device into a third party remote, learning or otherwise. X10 Automation If you are currently using a wireless remote to control X10, odds are you are transmitting via RF signals to a transceiver base. The transceiver base plugs into the wall and translates the RF signals to X10 commands over your homes wiring. If that is the case, universal remote controls or IR controllers will not be able to duplicate those RF signals. However, if you are using an X10 IR543 (or IR543AH), a universal remote or IR controller will not work with what you have.

SPECIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATION, AND WARRANTY

Specifications

View specifications for IRLinc Transmitter at: www.smarthome.com/2411T.html

Certification

This product has been thoroughly tested by ITS ETL SEMKO, a nationally recognized independent thirdparty testing laboratory. The North American ETL Listed mark signifies that the device has been tested to and has met the requirements of a widely recognized consensus of U.S. and Canadian device safety standards, that the manufacturing site has been audited, and that the manufacturer has agreed to a program of quarterly factory follow-up inspections to verify continued conformance. Page 14 of 15
IRLinc Transmitter Owners Manual Limited Warranty
Seller warrants to the original consumer purchaser of this product that, for a period of two years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will perform in substantial conformity to the description of the product in this Owners Manual. This warranty shall not apply to defects or errors caused by misuse or neglect. If the product is found to be defective in material or workmanship, or if the product does not perform as warranted above during the warranty period, Seller will either repair it, replace it, or refund the purchase price, at its option, upon receipt of the product at the address below, postage prepaid, with proof of the date of purchase and an explanation of the defect or error. The repair, replacement, or refund that is provided for above shall be the full extent of Sellers liability with respect to this product. For repair or replacement during the warranty period, call the INSTEON Gold Support Line at 800-762-7845 with the Model # and Revision # of the device to receive an RMA# and send the product, along with all other required materials to: Smarthome, Inc. ATTN: Receiving Dept. 16542 Millikan Ave. Irvine, CA 92606-5027 Limitations The above warranty is in lieu of and Seller disclaims all other warranties, whether oral or written, express or implied, including any warranty or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranty, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, which may not be disclaimed or supplanted as provided above shall be limited to the two-year of the express warranty above. No other representation or claim of any nature by any person shall be binding upon Seller or modify the terms of the above warranty and disclaimer. Home automation devices have the risk of failure to operate, incorrect operation, or electrical or mechanical tampering. For optimal use, manually verify the device state. Any home automation device should be viewed as a convenience, but not as a sole method for controlling your home. In no event shall Seller be liable for special, incidental, consequential, or other damages resulting from possession or use of this device, including without limitation damage to property and, to the extent permitted by law, personal injury, even if Seller knew or should have known of the possibility of such damages. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or the exclusion or limitation of damages, in which case the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other legal rights that may vary from state to state. INSTEON Technology Patent U.S Patent No. 7,345,998, International patents pending

The Ultimate Pronto Guide a musthave for every Pronto owner!
Section A2: Hardware Questions: Physical Characteristics
A201 What are the hardware differences between models? North American Pronto TS1000: 1 megabyte of memory. Case color is solid dark blue/green (something I've coined as "Midnight Sea Foam"). Optional silver desktop charger. Note: All Prontos no longer include the light sensor! North American Pronto TSU2000: 2 megabytes of memory. Color is painted silver over gray plastic. Otherwise, hardware is the same as the TS1000. North American ProntoPro TSU6000: 8 megabytes of memory. Features a 256color LCD screen, pickup sensor, two additional hard buttons, newly designed case, RF capabilities plus packaged NiMH rechargable batteries and docking station. European Pronto RU890: 1 megabyte of memory. Color is painted silver over gray plastic. Optional silver desktop charger includes an appropriate AC/DC converter depending on region. Otherwise identical to the TS1000. European Pronto RU940: 2 megabytes of memory. Otherwise identical to the RU890. European Pronto RU970: 8 megabytes of memory. Otherwise identical to the TSU6000. OEM Pronto TS1003: 1 megabyte of memory. Color is solid black. This is only available with highend Philips HDTV sets. It is not 100% compatible with other Pronto models. Worldwide Marantz RC5000: 1 megabyte of memory. Color is painted gold over white plastic. Base package includes a gold desktop charger plus an appropriate AC/DC converter. Models no longer include the light sensor. Worldwide Marantz RC5000i: 2 megabytes of memory. Hardware is otherwise identical to the RC5000. Worldwide Marantz RC5200: 2 megabytes of memory. Features a newly designed case, upgrades total number of hard buttons from the RC5000i's 8 to 16 and adds RF capabilities (RF basestation is optional). Worldwide Marantz RC9200: 8 megabytes of memory. Features a 256color LCD screen, 8 additional hard buttons, newly designed case, RF capabilities and is packaged with NiMH rechargable batteries, docking station and RF basestation. Worldwide Onkyo CHAD USR5RF: 2 megabytes of memory. New physical case design plus RF capabilities (basestation is optional). Hardware is otherwise identical to the Pronto TSU2000.
Worldwide Yamaha RAV2000 / RAV2000Z1: 2 megabytes of memory, no recharging dock option. Channel Up/Down buttons replaced with "Power" and "Standby". A202 How much free memory is there? Pronto TS1000: 380kb. Pronto TSU2000: 960kb. ProntoPro TSU6000: 5952kb (first firmware: 6144kb). Pronto RU890: 380kb. Pronto RU940: 1404kb. Pronto RU970: 5667kb. Marantz RC5000: 380kb. Marantz RC5000i: 1404kb. Marantz RC5200: 1220kb. Marantz RC9200: 6900kb. Onkyo CHAD USR5RF: 697kb. Yamaha RAV2000: 444kb. Yamaha RAV2000Z1: 772kb. A203 How much memory do I really need? You'd be surprised at how much can be packed into the 1 megabyte Pronto, which has 380kb of free space. Many users have incorporated complete lists for their 300 and 400 disc CD or DVD jukeboxes, favorite channel lists with station icons, games, calendars and more. But a small minority of owners, who may have multiple jukeboxes, a huge home theater system or just a penchant for huge bitmaps, have run out of room. For them, the 960kb of user space offered with the Pronto TSU2000 or 1404kb with the Marantz RC5000i is a must but the majority of users simply won't have any use for that much memory. The Philips ProntoPro (6144kb) and Marantz RC9200 (6900kb) have quite a bit more "usable" memory than even the TSU2000 & RC5000i, despite the greater amount of space occupied by color bitmaps. A204 What processor does the Pronto use? All black and white models use the 16MHz Motorola Dragonball MC68328, which supports 4grayshade displays and serial communications. All color models use the 33MHz Motorola Dragonball MC68VZ328 "VZ" processor, which supports 256color displays and serial communications. A205 How large is the remote? All models can be easily held with one hand. Black and white remotes have the approximate dimensions (WxHxD) of 3.6"x5.4"x1.5" and weigh about 9.5 ounces with batteries. The Yamaha RAV2000 is only slightly larger at 3.7"x5.4"x1.5". The color ProntoPro has a slightly larger footprint at 3.6"x5.5"x1.3" and weighs in at 9.0oz with batteries. The Marantz RC5200 and RC9200 are again slightly larger, at 3.5"x5.9"x1.5" and 9.5oz. A206 How big is the screen? The screen resolution on all models is 240 x 320 pixels, however some of that resolution is used by the user interface. The editable screen area for everything but the Marantz RC5200 and RC9200 is 240 x

RC: Philips Pronto & Marantz RC5000 Unofficial FAQ 10
9. Perform steps 5 and 6 again, making note of the amount of free memory shown on your remote. If the number is approximately the same (plus/minus 1 percent), then you do in fact have an RC5000. If the amount of free memory shown is GREATER (by about 33% for the file mentioned above) then you do, in fact, have an RC5000i.

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Section A3: Hardware Questions: Basic Hardware Operation
A301 What frequencies can the remote learn? The Pronto & RC5000 can learn frequencies up to 56KHz. However, they can send frequencies that are much higher: all you need to do is find a CCF file that has the codes you need. Philips has added some highfrequency learning ability including BOand Kenwood code formats in the latest firmware update, however insufficient user feedback on this new feature has been available to determine whether this is a viable option for equipment owners. A302 Can I use the Pronto with Sony *G (or VisionTouch) receivers? Without additional equipment, the answer is no. Due to a combination of high frequency and a nonstandard protocol, Sony VisionTouch receivers can't be directly controlled by any lowcost universal remote control. This problem is not merely limited to the Pronto. Common models affected include the STRDA90ESG, STRDE805G, STRDE815G, STRDE905G, STRDE1015G, STRD760Z, STRG1ES, STRG3, STRGA9ESG, TAVE800G and TAVE810G. More information on the VisionTouch problem including possible workarounds can be found on the Remote Central web site. Sony has since dropped the VisionTouch system in favor of a new 2way protocol that, with a little finessing, can be learned by the Pronto. Remember that the Pronto is not a 2way remote, so you can't receive information from the receiver. A303 Can the Pronto work with RF equipment? The Pronto cannot control RFonly equipment. Certain RF devices such as satellite receivers can also be controlled by infrared, so you may wish to contact your manufacturer to doublecheck. Currently, there are no universal remotes that can control RF components. Don't be confused by models (such as the ProntoPro, RC5200, RC9200 and CHAD) advertising RF control of IR devices this is not the same as RF control of RF devices. However, as is the case with most rules, there is an exception. RFenabled Europeanmodel Prontos can be used to directly control certain Europeanspec equipment, such as X10 RF transceivers, though special codes generated by a program called "CodeGen" (not available for download). Note that North American models CAN NOT control RF equipment directly. A304 Can the Pronto work with IRDA equipment (ie. Pace cable boxes)? Currently, the answer is no. You cannot control newer Pace cable boxes or any other IRDAbased equipment with these remotes. A305 How can I control my X10 system?

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screen, you will not be given the option to show the Device or Macro Menus in the Setup Menu. First unselect this option in RC5000 Setup, then download the file to your remote and follow the previous directions. A408 What happened to my Mode button? There are two reasons why the Mode button might not be showing on your remote: 1. It has been hidden in the remotes setup menu. Hold the icon of the remote for three seconds and scroll to the second screen. If you see a "Mode Menu" button with an X though it, press it to remove the X. The mode button will be restored. 2. If you dont see the mode menu setup button as described above, then your configuration has been marked as "writeprotected" in ProntoEdit. Open your CCF in ProntoEdit, click on the plus sign next to "HOME" and then doubleclick on "System Properties". Make sure the "configuration is writeprotected" option is not selected, then save and download your CCF to the remote. If you still do not see the mode button follow the directions in the previous step. If you have a Marantz RC5200 or RC9200, then the procedure to reenable the mode menu is slightly different, Assuming you've already checked that the CCF is not marked "writeprotected", press the region where the mode menu used to reside for five seconds to enter the setup menu. A409 What happened to the Macro Menu's REC command? This tip applies only to the Philips Pronto TS1000 and Marantz RC5000 remotes: Beginning with Pronto firmware APP v4.8b13t and RC5000 APP v4.84, the REC command as described in the manual has been renamed to EDIT. This is merely a cosmetic change prompted by the addition of the timer feature in the Pronto and continued in the RC5000.
Section A5: Hardware Questions: Batteries & Docking Station
A501 Should I buy the docking station for my remote? The answer to this question is completely dependant on your pocketbook. Although it seems that youll save money by not needing to replace alkaline batteries, the cost of the docking station is far greater than the lifetime cost of batteries the remote would ever use. The docking station is a convenience item (no worrying about how much you use the remote or when to replace the batteries) and a stylish place to store your remote when not in use. A502 Why does the remote appear to behave erratically when battery power is still 50%? The Pronto does not actually like low battery levels and may begin to behave quite erratically when levels are less than 50% even though the low battery caution does not appear until far lower. If remaining power is less than half and you are experiencing problems, I recommend replacing the batteries or recharging the remote immediately. A503 How often should I recharge the remote? The rechargeable battery pack uses NiMH batteries, which are much less likely to develop a "memory" problem than the older NiCad style. I have been using one remote since 1998 and it has sat on the charger almost every night since then without any noticeable effect on battery life (and yes, Ive had it off long enough to know!) Whenever you feel like recharging the remote, do so. A504 Why does my rechargeable battery read only half full even when I know it's full? This is a known issue on the remote control. If you're sure the battery is fully charged you've put it on the charger but it stops charging after a few minutes, remove the battery from the remote and then put it back. It should now read full. This condition appears to be triggered by letting the battery levels get fairly low. Instead, always keep your remote topped up every few days. Since it uses a NiMH battery, "memory" effects are very minimal and you should not see any degradation in performance. If this does not correct your problem, clean the battery's power contacts with an abrasive erasor, along with the internal battery compartment contacts. You can also try bending the remote's contacts outwards further (but be careful, they can snap off). A505 Why is my desktop charger's light blinking? This text does not apply to the Philips ProntoPro, Marantz RC5200, RC9200, or Yamaha RAV2000: The blinking light indicates that there is a bad connection between the charger and the remote control.

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Compatible with all CHAD Edit files. All Philips Pronto users: Always check your remote's firmware version by holding the icon of the remote for three seconds, then scrolling to panel number three. If it is older than the versions listed in the FAQ you will need to flashupdate your remote to the latest revision. To do this, download and install ProntoEdit v4.0, then use the TOOLS UPDATE FIRMWARE command. Be sure to select the correct remote model. Upon loading Marantz CCF files, multiple jumps, page history commands and custom scroll arrows will be stripped out. If you are using ProntoEdit v1.05: Compatible with files from ProntoEdit v1.05 or earlier. Not compatible with files from ProntoEdit v2.0 or newer. To use newer ProntoEdit files you must download, install and use ProntoEdit v4.0. Not compatible with ProntoProEdit files. See the above instructions for newer ProntoEdit files. Compatible with files from RC5000 Setup v1.02.3 or earlier. Not compatible with files from RC5000 Setup v2.0 or newer. See the above instructions for newer ProntoEdit files. Not compatible with Touch Screen Setup "large screen" files. See the above instructions for newer ProntoEdit files. Not compatible with RAVedit files. See the above instructions for newer ProntoEdit files. Not compatible with CHAD Edit files. See the above instructions for newer ProntoEdit files. If you are using ProntoEdit v2.0: Compatible with all ProntoEdit files. Not compatible with ProntoProEdit files. To use ProntoProEdit files you must download, install and use ProntoEdit v4.0. Compatible with files from RC5000 Setup v1.02.3 or earlier. Not compatible with files from RC5000 Setup v2.0 or newer. See the above instructions for ProntoProEdit files. Not compatible with Touch Screen Setup "large screen" files. See the above instructions for ProntoProEdit files. Compatible with all RAVedit files. Compatible with all CHAD Edit files. If you are using ProntoProEdit v3.2.0: Compatible with all ProntoProEdit files. Compatible with all ProntoEdit files. Compatible with all RC5000 Setup files. Not compatible with Touch Screen Setup "large screen" files. To use Touch Screen Setup "large screen" files you must download, install and use ProntoEdit v4.0. Compatible with all RAVedit files. Compatible with all CHAD Edit files. If you are using ProntoEdit v4.0: Compatible with all ProntoProEdit files.
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Compatible with all ProntoEdit files. Compatible with all RC5000 Setup files. Compatible with Touch Screen Setup "large screen" files (screens will be truncated). Compatible with all RAVedit files. Compatible with all CHAD Edit files. All Yamaha RAV2000 users: No new firmware upgrades have yet been released. If you are using RAVedit v1.0: Compatible with all RAVedit files. Compatible with all ProntoEdit files. Not compatible with ProntoProEdit files. To use ProntoProEdit files you must download and install ProntoEdit v4.0, load the file you wish to use, then save as "BWOld Pronto Configuration". The file, if small enough, can now be used with RAVedit. Compatible with all RC5000 Setup files. Not compatible with Touch Screen Setup "large screen" files. See above instructions for ProntoEdit, but instead download Touch Screen Setup v1.0.14. Screens will be truncated. Compatible with all CHAD Edit files. All Onkyo CHAD Edit users: No new firmware upgrades have yet been released. If you are using CHAD Edit v1.0.0: Compatible with all RAVedit files. Compatible with all ProntoEdit files. Not compatible with ProntoProEdit files. To use ProntoProEdit files you must download and install ProntoEdit v4.0, load the file you wish to use, then save as "BWOld Pronto Configuration". The file, if small enough, can now be used with RAVedit. Compatible with all RC5000 Setup files. Not compatible with Touch Screen Setup "large screen" files. See above instructions for ProntoEdit, but instead download Touch Screen Setup v1.0.14. Screens will be truncated. Compatible with all RAVedit files. If your remote has the most recent firmware and your ProntoEdit version is also uptodate, be aware that this problem can randomly occur after any CCF file download. To fix it, simply download the file again. B107 Can I use Pronto NG.PCF files? How about.ICF and.NCF files? The simple answer is: no! Philips Pronto NG and ProntoPro NG.PCF files are not compatible or exportable to the.CCF file format. However, you MAY be able to use some of their elements. First, infrared hex codes from.PCF files may work correctly on regular Pronto remotes. But, since ProntoEdit NG has been known to slightly modify codes, don't be surprised if some don't work correctly, or at all. Second, you should be able to borrow any.BMP graphics contained in a.PCF file. To do so, take the

B203 What are the differences between the various firmware & software versions? For the most part, both software packages are identical. However, Philips and Marantz have individually seen fit to include a number of proprietary features which can only be used on their models. All Philips Pronto Models: Custom Beeps allow for the creation of songs and sound effects which can be run from timers, during macros or just for fun. Timers allow for the creation of timers which run a macro at a preconfigured time. This allows for the automation of system functions which do not themselves have timed capabilities. Philips Pronto TSU2000 & ProntoPro TSU6000: Code Database includes a builtin preprogrammed code database licensed from UEI (makers of the One For All line of remote controls). Note that this database is NOT included with the 2mb RU940 European Pronto. All Marantz RC5000 Models: Jumps in Macros any number of panel jumps can be placed in a macro sequence, allowing the remote to display various screens while a macro is running. This can also be used for the creation of crude animations. Panel Memory users can configure any button to scroll to the last 5 previously accessed panels, or forwards the same number again. Custom Scroll Arrows the up/down scroll arrows can have any bitmap assigned to them. This can also be used to effectively hide them, while still having the functionality available to users who know they're there. Disable Device & Macro Menus configurable from the remote, the Device and Macro Menus may be disabled. Note that this does not allow for any additional user screen space. Configure Left & Right Buttons in the Macro Menu instead of being configured solely for macro functions, the left and right hard buttons can now be assigned to any function in the Macro Menu, as they can be in the Device Menu. Marantz RC5200 & RC9200: Supports a larger editable screen these sport a compact static interface that allows for a 240x270 pixel editable screen region, instead of the normal 240x219. Onkyo CHAD USR5RF: Functionally identical to Pronto TSU2000 but features a brand new user interface and RF capabilities. Yamaha RAV2000: Functionally identical to Pronto TSU2000 but features a brand new user interface. B204 I'm told the software will not work with Windows XP. Is this true? Although Marantz claims that Touch Screen Setup will not work with Microsoft Windows XP, that is incorrect. They will not provide support for any issues encountered while running under Windows XP, however the software should work without issue. This information applies to all recent software versions describer earlier.

0018 0018

Now here's a somewhat dirty code. Notice the repetition of "0452":

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And, finally, here's a clean code. Notice how "0452" only appears once, at the end:

0000 000d 0018 0452

Generally, the shorter the code the better. But there are exceptions. ProntoEdit is known to improperly learn a number of specific brands, resulting in exceptionally short codes that don't work at all. In this and most other cases, it is best to learn with the base Pronto itself and not through ProntoEdit.
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B402 Why won't my codes repeat when held down? When teaching your commands, you should hold the original button down until the Pronto finishes learning. Do not simply press the button. If you do, the code will learn and will seem to work, but as it was not seen as a repeating code it will not continue to transmit when held down. Even if your commands don't need to be repeating, you should still hold the button down when learning as this ensures that a clean hex code is captured (see above). B403 What does 0000, 8000, etc. mean in a hex code? The first four digits of a hex code reference the type of code that is to follow: 0000 Raw oscilated learned code (also sometimes RC6A codes). 0100 Raw unmodulated learned code. 5000 RC5 codes. 5001 RC5x codes. 6000 RC6 codes. 7000 Nonstandard format database codes (all models). 8000 Internal database codes (some models). 9000 Automatically detected database codes (some models). 9001 Yamaha code format (RAV2000 only). B404 Why can't I get the Pronto to learn a particular device? There are a number of factors that can affect the learning process. A large list of IR learning tips written to help you troubleshoot difficult codes can be found on the Remote Central website. One of the first things you can try if you are using ProntoEdit to learn codes is to only use the remote's builtin learning function. Several brands of equipment are known to not learn accurately via ProntoEdit. If you are still having problems you could always check if someone else has posted a CCF that supports your device. It need not match your exact model number: often very little changes between models. B405 Why won't my buttons work twice in a row? This is actually caused by the design of your equipment. Your original remote sends a "parity" or "toggle bit", which changes from "0" to "1" between each press. This means there are essentially two codes attached to each button and a learning remote can only capture one of them. More information can be found on the Remote Central website. With the latest firmware release the Pronto & RC5000 can now learn and operate some togglebit IR code formats automatically, however there is no way to access this function manually. To work around this on other devices you will need to tack on a "do nothing" code to the end of each real code to clear your device's buffer. What can that code be? Anything that doesn't affect regular operation. It may be hard to find such a command. You could also try creating two pages for every one you have now, each one with a different toggle code. Then, at the end of each code add a jump to the other panel. B406 How can I copy the IR code from one button to another? You can copy an entire list of actions by holding the SHIFT key as you drag, with the mouse, the button containing the new commands overtop of the target button.

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If you wish to copy just an IR hex code from one button to another, but not the rest of the action list, the exact method depends on the software version you're using. ProntoEdit v1.05 or earlier & RC5000 Setup: 1. Doubleclick on the old "source" button. 2. Doubleclick on the code entry (typically "[C] Learned"). 3. Hit CTRLC on your keyboard. 4. Press CANCEL, CANCEL. 5. Doubleclick on the new "target" button. 6. Press "RC5/6". Press OK. 7. Doubleclick on the new "[C] RC0" entry. 8. Hit CTRLV on your keyboard. On this screen you may change the code label if you like, however this is not necessary. 9. Press OK two times and you're done. ProntoEdit v2.0, ProntoProEdit, Touch Screen Setup, RAVedit and CHAD Edit: 1. Doubleclick on the old "source" button. 2. Doubleclick on the code entry (typically "[C] Learned"). 3. Press the "View IR" button. 4. In the lower window, rightclick over the hex code and pick "Select All". 5. Hit CTRLC on your keyboard. 6. Press CANCEL, CANCEL. 7. Doubleclick on the new "target" button. 8. Press "Set IR". 9. In the preprogrammed code entry region, change the "Brand" to anything. The "ViewIR" button should light up. 10. Press the "View IR" button. 11. In the lower window, rightclick over the hex code and pick "Select All". 12. Hit CTRLV on your keyboard. Due to a bug in ProntoEdit 2.0, do not change the code label. 13. Press OK two times and you're done. Remember that in ProntoEdit 2.0 you must make a change to the pronto.ini file before you can modify hex codes. See elsewhere in this FAQ for instructions. ProntoEdit v4.0 and newer: 1. Doubleclick on the old "source" button. 2. Doubleclick on the code entry (typically "[C] Learned"). 3. Press the "View IR" button (you should only have to do this once each time you start ProntoEdit). 4. In the lower window, rightclick over the hex code and pick "Select All". 5. Hit CTRLC on your keyboard. 6. Press CANCEL, CANCEL. 7. Doubleclick on the new "target" button. 8. Press "Set IR". 9. If hex code already exists in the lower window, rightclick over it and pick "Select All". 10. Hit CTRLV on your keyboard. 11. Press OK two times and you're done. B407 What is the password for the rcir.mdb infrared database file? This tip applies only to ProntoEdit v1.05 or older:

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indicates a "Separator" a line before it on the Device Menu. * indicates that the device is "Read Only" and cannot be modified. + indicates a device that "Needs Programming". On the TSU2000, the first time such a device is selected the user will be asked whether they want to assign a preprogrammed code. The device must be configured with the UDB (Universal DataBase) for this to work. (xxx) Any device name in brackets is a template and will not show during normal use. Such devices are only available as a choice when adding a new device on the basic remote. [xxx] A page name in square brackets indicated that the panel is "Hidden" better described as a "nonscrolling" page. <xxx> A device or macro group shown in angled brackets indicates that that group is a Timer group. This is only useful or changable in the Macro section and means that any blank buttons edited in that group will be a timer, rather than a macro. B606 Why can't I open the CCF file I downloaded? All CCF files located on Remote Central are stored in the "ZIP" file format. These must be decompressed before you can use them with ProntoEdit. Windows 98 has full ZIP compatibility builtin, meaning you only have to doubleclick on the file to decompress them. Other PC users can download PKZIP for Windows, while Macintosh users can use StuffIt Expander. If these programs claim a file is corrupt or cannot be opened, check the file size to ensure it matches what is listed in the File Archive. If it does not, try a new software package to download with, or use one of the provided alternate download methods. All files in the Archive have been verified to decompress properly. B607 How can I best merge CCF files? If you'd like to add a device (or several) from another CCF to your own: 1. Open the source CCF file that contains that device. 2. Delete everything from that file except that device. Make sure you remove macro groups and home panels as well. But do not delete any panels that the device you want aliases to! If you do, the copied device will not work. 3. Save that as a new file for example, "temporary.ccf". 4. Load your own CCF file. When prompted, select "replace". 5. Now, open the file you just saved but when prompted select "merge" instead of replace. The reason for opening your own file and then the one you saved is that the currently opened file is the one that maintains all remote settings. If you merge your file into someone else's you will instead receive their settings. B608 With ProntoEdit v4.0, why can't I modify the gallery files? For some reason, when installing ProntoEdit v4.0 the gallery.ccf files are marked as "read only". This prevents you from deleting or making changes to them. To correct the issue, using Windows Explorer rightclick on the filename, select "Properties", and then unselect the "Read Only" option under "Attributes". You will now be able to edit the file. Also, make sure that you are modifying the right gallery file: each remote control type in ProntoEdit

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3. Press CTRLC to copy. 4. Open your CCF file and select "replace" when prompted. 5. Click once where you would like to paste the item you copied. 6. Hit CTRLV on your keyboard to paste. If it did not end up exactly where you wanted you can drag it to a new location. Note that you will have to perform all of these steps for each device, panel or button you want to copy. If you are planning on moving a lot of material, look at the section earlier in this FAQ that describes how to merge files. B704 How can I design my CCF so when I make changes I don't need to relearn my remotes? If you plan on radically redesigning your CCF at any point in the future, you may want to design your CCF file so you never have to relearn infrared signals. For that, you should create a "dummy" device that is comprised of nothing but plain buttons. You can learn your infrared panels there. Then, when designing your main interface, alias those buttons to the real codes as stored in the dummy device. That way the actual IR codes are always available when you change or add new buttons. One caveat: this method uses more memory than storing each infrared code directly on the button. B705 How do I add plain text to panels? The best way to do this is to add a frame and double click the frame to enter "label" mode. Any text you enter will be placed in the center of the frame, which you may then resize to the proper width and height. Once you're done you may move the frame around as you wish. Ensure that when you enter text you also select a FONT size, otherwise nothing will show. Currently there is no line break option to easily enter multiple lines of text, so for now you will need to use multiple frames one per line. B706 Can I add more FONTs to the Pronto? No, you can't add new type styles to the Pronto. You could instead create a custom BMP file using the FONT you want and import that but be warned that fullscreen bitmaps use a lot of memory. Although new typefaces aren't available, there are hidden FONT sizes that can be enabled. By default, ProntoEdit has 10, 14, and 18 point sizes available. But the remote actually contains 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, and 18 point versions. To enable them, edit the file pronto.ini (which is located in your root Windows directory typically c:\windows). Currently, it will look like this: [FONTs] 0 = pronto, 1 = pronto, 2 = pronto, 3 = pronto, 4 = pronto, 5 = pronto, [ccf] size = 380 [version] symbols = 1.But you can change it to this (note the new *'s or for an automated method download Pronto.ini Workshop):

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If you're using the Philips Pronto, the answer is yes. Using the "beep" function you can essentially create delays as short as 0.001 seconds. Add a new beep where you would like to assign the delay, making sure the duty cycle is set to 0 (no sound). Since the Marantz RC5000 does not support custom beeps you will be limited to a minimum delay time of 0.1 seconds.seconds.nbsp; B807 Can I change the default delay time from 0.1 seconds? For ProntoEdit v1.05 or earlier and all versions of RC5000 Setup, yes! You can change the default delay time from 0.1 seconds to anything you like by holding down the SHIFT key as you click on the "DELAY" button. Enter in a new number, then hit ENTER to set. For all newer versions of the software, you must edit the system registry. This is not very easy, so I've modified Pronto.ini Workshop so that it lets you change the default delay under all newer software versions. B808 Why aren't the commands I assigned to each device being sent when I use my custom Home panel? When you create your own Home Panel icons, it is not enough to merely jump to a page if you want to also transmit the commands you assigned to each device for each time you select that device from the Device Menu. You must also create an alias to the device on your home panel icons to transmit any assigned signals. B809 Why are some of my macro commands not being received? The most likely reason is these is too little space between your commands. Some devices may require a delay of 0.1 seconds to 0.5 seconds between each consecutive command. In addition, many devices are "blind" to signals for the first few seconds after powering on, especially televisions. You may want to turn the television on first, then have the macro address the rest of your devices, and finally go back to the television to change inputs. B810 How can I handle switching Video Inputs? The best solution is to find an IR code that switches you directly to the input you are interested in using (these are called "discrete" codes and are explained later). Some devices respond to these codes even though the remote they shipped with only had an input toggle button. You should search the file area at http://www.remotecentral.com to see if your device has these IR codes, or if other special tips are available. Unfortunately, many devices do not have direct input codes. For these devices you will need a different workaround. One trick is to find something that changes the TV (or other device) to a known state. On some TVs, entering a channel number (e.g. '2','enter' or 'channel+') always takes you to the tuner input ('TV'), even when you have a video input selected. This means you can create action lists (macros) to take you to specific inputs. For example, create a button with just '2','enter' on it, and call it 'TV'. Create another with '2','enter','input' and label it 'Video 1'. Create another which contains '2','enter','input','input' and call it 'Video 2'. For devices that do not have discrete codes and also have no workarounds there is no way to fully automate your system.

Section B9: Working With ProntoEdit: Custom Bitmaps
B901 Where would I use bitmap files? All buttons on the Pronto are actually bitmap icon files. This means you may change buttons so they look exactly as you want. Many users have gone to the effort of creating entire new graphical environments, however this can take many many hours of time to design and refine. A simpler use of bitmap files would be to add a manufacturer's logo to your pages, add a photo of a small one or convert a favorite channel button's image so it looks like the station's logo. B902 How can I create my own bitmaps? You must use a bitmap editing package, such as PhotoShop, Corel PhotoPaint, Paint Shop Pro, Irfanview, or even MS Paint. These all will allow you to edit bitmaps on a pixellevel and modify them to meet your own needs. Unfortunately, the quality of work will depend solely on how familiar you are with these packages and your own skill level. So, to begin with it is recommended you start off with someone else's bitmaps and try to modify them to suit your own needs. Bitmaps can be any size from 1x1 pixel up to 240x219 pixels, but must be saved in Windows.BMP format and contain no more than 256 colors. Since the software for BWremotes will roughly convert 256 colors down to the BW Pronto's 4, it is recommended you do this beforehand in the bitmap editing software, using "dithering", for best results. The RGB values for the 4color palette are: Black Dark Gray Light Gray White 170 255
Note that the actual remote will not display grayshades exactly as shown on your computer. Thus, it is best to create graphics that do not require the user to discern the difference between dark gray and black, or light gray and white. ProntoEditPro can accept fullcolor images that will appear on your computer as they would on the remote. To change the icon of a button in ProntoEdit v1.05 and earlier or RC5000 Setup, doubleclick on it and select the "Active Icons" tab. You'll see two windows labeled "Unselected" and "Selected", each with a preview of the icon assigned. "Unselected" is how the button will normally look, and "Selected" is how it will look when pressed or running a macro. To load a new icon, click the "LOAD" button and locate your image. To save the existing icon to disk for modification, click on "SAVE". Remember that both buttons must be the same physical dimensions.
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The "Inactive Icon" tab is of no use to the majority of users, so you should either assign the same icons as on the Active tab or delete the icons assigned. However, note that you should not store "old" icons here a button will take the physical size of the smallest bitmap assigned, meaning larger graphics could appear truncated (see below). To change the icon of a button in ProntoEdit v2.0 or newer, ProntoEditPro and RAVedit, doubleclick on it and select the "Icons" tab. You'll see four windows labeled "Unselected Active", "Selected Active", "Unselected Inactive" and "Selected Active". "Unselected" is how the button will normally look while "Selected" is how it will look when pressed or running a macro. "Active" are the icons that will appear during normal use, while "Inactive" are those that appear only when a button has no function and you are programming on the remote PC software users should ignore the two "Inactive" states and either assign the same image as "Active" or no images at all. To change a bitmap, rightclick over the existing image and select "Load", then locate your image. To save an existing icon to disk, rightclick and select "Save". You can quickly load an image onto a blank position by doubleclickig on the square, or save an existing image by doubleclicking over it. B903 Can I use transparent or animated bitmap files? Currently the answer is no, you can't. The only provisions are for "active" and "inactive" icons on a single button. Though transparency is an oft requested function, Philips has not announced any plans to include this in the near future. B904 Why are my bitmaps/icons truncated? When assigning a bitmap, you must change both the Active and Inactive designations. Though the Inactive setting will most likely never be used or seen, your button will appear truncated (chopped off) if the Inactive icon is physically smaller than the active icon. You may also fix the problem by deleting icons associated with the Inactive state. The smallest bitmap assigned to any of the four states will translate to the physical size of the button. B905 How can I create a really large gallery file? By default ProntoEdit and RC5000 Setup will only allow you to save files up to the maximum size that the remote can hold either 380KB, 460KB, 960KB, 1404KB or 6144KB. However, if you'd like to create a REALLY large gallery file you can. For ProntoEdit v2.0 and earier and RC5000 Setup: 1. Using Notepad or another text editor, open c:\windows\pronto.ini (or for an automated method download Pronto.ini Workshop). 2. Change the line that reads size=xxx (where xxx is one of the numbers mentioned above) so that it reads size=9000. 3. Restart the software package. Open gallery.ccf, edit it or merge in other files, then save and exit. 4. Edit c:\windows\pronto.ini so that it again reads size=xxx (where xxx is the original number). 5. Load the software package once more and your new gallery file will be active. Note: if you're running ProntoEdit v2.0, ignore the universal_size=960 line. ProntoProEdit and RAVedit store this setting in the registry, so you will need to download Pronto.ini Workshop as linked to above. B906 How can I best create color graphics for the ProntoPro?

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For the most part, the procedures to creating graphics for the ProntoPro and RC9200 is similar to that of the black and white models: they're just in color. You'll still need a bitmap editing program and perhaps even something else to initially create the shapes in, such as Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW. Take the shape, convert it to bitmap, size appropriately, then convert to 256 colors. For specific tips on creating the best graphics possible, view this separate document created specifically for ProntoPro and RC9200 owners. B907 How do I convert color CCF graphics to black and white? Although ProntoEdit will automatically convert color graphics to grayshades when you resave a color file in black and white mode, the results are generally not optimal. One option is to make use of a real bitmap editing programs converter, which should do a much better job of dithering. To complete this task youll need to download the "CCF Tools" program, which includes "CCF Decompiler" and "CCF Compiler". First, load up CCF Decompiler and run your file through it. Youll get a new directory that contains all of that files images in regular.BMP format. Next, youll need to make use of a bitmap editing program with a "batch processing" mode. All programs operate differently, so you may need to read your softwares manual in order to figure out how this works. I use Corel PHOTOPAINT, which requires me to save a script (or macro) with all of the necessary steps required to properly convert a file, and then run batch mode on the desired files. Tip: dont merely have the software convert to 4 colors, have it convert to the Prontos specific 4color palette. You can obtain this palette from any Pronto screenshot or saved BWfile. After all images have been converted, run your file through CCF Compiler, which will merge all of the new graphics into a new file. You can now load the file back into ProntoEdit which will still be in color mode and then resave it as black and white. B908 Is it possible to change systemlevel bitmaps, such as the device bar and Home icon background? Yes, however it is not easy and you will need to REALLY want to change those items to make the whole process worthwhile. Eigeny Oulianov has created a commandline program called "ImgRep" (find it in the file area), which can be used to replace any of the builtin bitmaps with ones of your own choosing. When run, the program extracts the systemlevel bitmaps from the firmware update file included with Philips ProntoEdit or Marantz Touch Screen Setup. Modify the extracted bitmaps, and then run the program again it will create a new firmware update file incorporating your graphics. Run the generated update program to copy the bitmaps to your remote, and enjoy! Full instructions on how to use ImgRep are included with the download. Another program, called "FONTRep", can also be used to modify the Pronto's default FONT.

Section B10: Working With ProntoEdit: Memory Optimization
B1001 How can I optimize memory usage? 1. Don't learn a signal more than once even through the Pronto stores internal aliases to identical hex codes, learned signals rarely learn exactly the same twice. Instead, store only a single instance of a signal and alias all others to it. This is especially helpful when creating favorite channel macros, as described above. 2. Ensure all learned IR codes are clean this is hard to ensure for some devices, however any hex code that is very long or is longer than others for a particular device is most likely not a clean learn. Also, if the last four digits (for example say 03f7) are duplicated elsewhere in the code chances are it is not clean. For more details, view the specific FAQ for this in section B2. 3. Standardize on one button style using a different button style for each device results in high memory usage with no gains. Instead, settle on a single design and limit the number of button shapes/sizes as much as possible. 4. Don't use separate "selected" button icons that doubles the memory occupied by a button style. Instead, have only the FONT color change when the button is selected. 5. Remove inactive button icon assignments don't store a separate button style for inactive buttons if you are using ProntoEdit they will never be used. You may instead assign the "active" button style, or for further memory savings completely delete them. 6. Reduce the number of separate panels just creating a blank panel uses up a moderate amount of memory. Keep the number of "waste" panels to a minimum. Don't store panels you don't need in your CCF file. If you are trying to put a 300 disc CD collection in your remote, try to keep usage to one panel per disc. Finally, keeping separate panels with codes to alias your real buttons to may make for good design, however it is not memory efficient. 7. Don't use fullscreen bitmaps a single 240x219 fullscreen bitmap requires a lot of memory. If you're running low, keep these to a minimum. Background with large solid color areas can be memory optimized by saving only the portion of the bitmap that has data into separate frames (left, top, right, bottom) and then creating a regular frame to fill in the center. 8. Delete template devices if you started with the default CCF from the stock Pronto, there are a number of devices at the end of the device list with names in square brackets. These are template devices and may be deleted to save memory. Remember, you may always access them again from the sample CCF as included with ProntoEdit. B1002 What are aliases and how are they used? Aliases allow you to refer to an action list that has already been defined elsewhere in the remote. For
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