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Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality

Different remote control codes can provide different levels 

of functionality. To confirm that the component key is 

programmed with the correct code for maximum functionality, 

follow the steps below. 
1.  Attempt to control a variety of the component’s functions 

with the remote. If some features of your components do 

not work, go to step 2 to try a different code.

2.  Repeat the Manual Code Search and Entry Method from 

step 1. When the component turns off for the first time, 

do not press the STOP key, which would store the code. 

Instead, with the unit now off, continue to press the 

POWER key repeatedly until the unit turns back on. 

3.  Once the unit turns back on, you have found another code 

that operates the component. Press the STOP key.

4.  Test the key’s functionality again by attempting to control 

a variety of the component’s functions. If the code that 

has been stored controls the majority of the component’s 

functions, programming is complete. If the code stored does 

not give maximum functionality, try another code.

5.  Repeat the Manual Code Search and Entry Method from 

step 1. Each time a code turns the component on or off, you 

have found a code that operates the remote and needs to be 

tested for maximum functionality. Continue through the 

code lists, cycling through the codes you have already tried, 

until you find one that offers maximum functionality.

Auto Code Search and Entry

The Auto Code Search and Entry Method enables the remote 
to automatically search through all the codes in the Code Lists 
for the one that operates your component.

Note:

 The Auto Code Search method may take a long time because 

the remote searches through all of the codes in its memory for the code 
that operates your component. Therefore, if your brand is listed in the 
Brand Codes or the Code Lists, first try the Brand Code Search or the 
Direct Code Entry method described on pages 2–3.

1.  Manually turn on the component you want the remote to 

control (TV, VCR, DVD, DVR, satellite receiver, or cable box).

Notes:

  

• To program the DVD•VCR key to control a VCR, see page 3. 
• To program the DVR•AUX key to control a component other than 
a DVR, see below. 

TIP:

 To exit without saving at any point in the Auto Code 

Search, press and release the CLEAR key.

2.  Press and hold the component 

key (TV, SAT•CBL, DVD•VCR, 
DVR•AUX) you wish to program. 
The LED turns on and remains on. 
Keep holding down the component 
key.

3.  While holding the component key down, press and hold the 

POWER key. The LED turns off. After holding down both 
keys for three seconds, the LED turns back on.

4.  Release both keys. The LED remains on.

Note:

 If you press an invalid key during Auto Code Search, the 

remote does not respond and the search times out after two minutes. 
When the search times out, the LED blinks four times and turns off. 
The last programmed code under that component key is retained.

TIP:

 Throughout the programming of each key, be sure to keep the 

remote pointed at the IR sensor of the component you are currently 
programming the remote to control.

LED

Programming the DVR•AUX Key To Control Other Components

The DVR•AUX key defaults to control a DVR. If you want the DVR•AUX key to control a different component (an additional 
TV, DVD, satellite or cable box, for example), you must  preprogram the DVR•AUX key.

1.  Press and hold the DVR•AUX key. The LED turns on.

2.  While holding down the DVR•AUX key, press and release 

the number key on the keypad for the component you wish 
to control (see the chart on the left). The LED turns off.

3.  Release the DVR•AUX key. The LED blinks four times 

and then turns off. The DVR•AUX key is now “set” to 
control whichever component you selected.

DVR•AUX KEY CONTROLS:

Additional TV

press 

VCR or DVR

press 2

Additional DVD

press 3

Additional satellite or cable box

press 5

4.  Next, program the DVR•AUX key to control the brand of component you have. Remember to consult the appropriate 

component code list. For instance, if you have programmed the DVR•AUX key to control an additional DVD, consult the 
DVD Code List.Program the key to control your component with the Code List enclosed.

5.  Press and release the PLAY key, then wait five 

seconds to see if your component turns off. If 
your component does not respond, continue to 
press the PLAY key every five seconds until your 
component turns off. 

6.  When your component turns off, you know the 

correct code is in the last block of 10 codes sent. 
Press and release the REVERSE key. Wait two 
seconds to see if your component turns on again.

IMPORTANT:

 You must press the STOP key to save the code or the 

correct code will not be stored!

8.  To confirm that the component key is programmed with 

the correct code for maximum functionality, it is necessary 
to test the component. If some of the features of your 
component do not work, different codes in the list can 
be tried until you find the code that allows the remote 
to control the majority of your component’s functions. 
See the section entitled “Testing the Code for Maximum 
Functionality” on the next page for more information.

  Each time you press the PLAY key, the LED blinks several 

times and a block of 10 codes are sent to your component. 
This process continues until all of the codes in the Code Lists 
have been searched. If your component has not turned off 
after all codes have been searched, the LED blinks four times 
and turns off. The Auto Code Search Entry method is exited.

  If your component does not respond, continue to press the 

REVERSE key every two seconds until your component 
turns on again. This will isolate the correct code in the last 
block of codes sent. Each time the REVERSE key is pressed, 
the LED blinks.

Note:

 If you accidentally press the REVERSE key after your 

component responds, press and release the FORWARD key. Then, 
wait two seconds to see if your component turns off again.

7.  Once your component turns on, you have found 

the correct code. You must save the new code by 
pressing and releasing the STOP key. The LED 
turns off. When you press the STOP key, the code 
is stored.

Summary of Contents for RCR4273

Page 1: ...buttons after you ve taken the old batteries out Pressing buttons while replacing batteries causes the remote to lose the devices you ve programmed You will need to program the remote again Battery Precautions Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries Always remove old weak or worn out batteries promptly and recycle or dispos...

Page 2: ...wn for three seconds the LED turns back on 5 Release both keys The LED remains on 6 Refer to the Brand Codes in the enclosed Code Lists Use the number keys to enter the number for your brand The LED blinks once TIP Throughout the programming of each key be sure to keep the remote pointed at the IR sensor of the component you are currently programming the remote to control 7 Press and release the P...

Page 3: ...future reference in the box provided in the Code Retrieval section of this manual See page 5 3 Press and hold the component key TV SAT CBL DVD VCR DVR AUX you wish to program The LED turns on and remains on Keep holding down the component key If you release the component key any time during the Direct LED Manual Code Search and Entry If your component s brand isn t listed in the Code Lists or if y...

Page 4: ...ming of each key be sure to keep the remote pointed at the IR sensor of the component you are currently programming the remote to control LED Programming the DVR AUX Key To Control Other Components The DVR AUX key defaults to control a DVR If you want the DVR AUX key to control a different component an additional TV DVD satellite or cable box for example you must preprogram the DVR AUX key 1 Press...

Page 5: ... off Note If you cannot find another code in this block that works press the PLAY button to continue searching through the code blocks When the component turns off again press the REVERSE key to find the code in that block that makes your component turn back on 3 Once the unit turns back on you have found another code that operates the component Press the STOP key 4 Test the key s functionality ag...

Page 6: ...ct mode by pressing the corresponding component key TV SAT CBL DVD VCR DVR AUX so the remote knows which component you want to operate Make sure the batteries are fresh and are properly installed See Battery Installation on page 1 Replace the batteries with two new AAA batteries if necessary Reprogramming may be required Problem The VCR won t record Make sure the remote is in DVD VCR Mode Make sur...

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