Power Off Only
1.
Turn on the unit.
2.
Make sure there are no other infrared remote control signals
interfering with the unit during the programming process.
3. Press and hold the input selector button on the front panel for 5-10
seconds. Continue holding the button until all the steps are
completed.
4.
Aim the supplied AVLinx remote directly at the IR sensor window and
press the power key. The active input’s green LED will turn off briefly
then come back on to recognize that the unit has begun the sequence
to reassign a power key.
5.
After the LED comes back on, press the – key on the AVLinx remote.
This tells the unit that the user is reassigning the power off feature.
6.
Aim the new remote at the IR sensor window and press the key that
will now be controlling the power off feature of the unit.
7.
If the unit recognizes the new command on the new remote, the
active input’s green LED will turn off for a second and then blink twice
to confirm that the unit has set the new key code.
Restoring Default Remote Control Codes to the Unit
In the event that the default remote control codes need to be restored, the following
procedure should be followed.
1.
Turn on the unit.
2.
Making sure not to press any keys on the remote, press and hold the input
selector button on the front panel for 30 seconds until the active input’s
green LED turns off. This indicates that 30 seconds has elapsed and the
button can be released.
3.
Release the input selector button. After the button is released, the green
LED will turn back on. This signifies that the codes have been reset to
their default settings.
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Using an Alternate Remote
Before calling AVLinx for servicing assistance, review the following guide for a
possible solution to the problem.
Problem
Cause
Solution
The unit will not turn
on.
RS-232 port is not
working
Poor component
video picture.
-Power cord is not
connected.
-The outlet in the wall
connected to the unit is
turned off.
-Incorrect power pack is
being used.
-Cable not connected.
-Improper cable being
used.
-Commands not
formatted properly.
-Communication port
parameters incorrect.
-Cable too long.
-Cable not securely
fastened.
-Poor quality cable.
-Plug the cord securely into
the back of the unit as well as
the wall.
-Plug the unit into a non-
switched outlet or turn the
outlet switch on.
-Make sure to use the power
pack that was supplied with
the unit or a suitable
equivalent.
-Make sure the cable is
plugged in properly.
-Connect the proper RS-232
cable. If connecting to a
control system, make sure to
use the proper cable. A non-
standard cable is sometimes
specified.
-Be sure to use capital letters
and follow all commands with
a carriage return.
-Set the communication port to
the settings specified in this
manual.
-Cables over 5m may not work
at highest resolutions.
-Use thumbscrews to securely
fasten the cable to the
connector.
-Use high quality cable
especially at longest distances.
Troubleshooting
