Troubleshooting, Exiting a menu mode, Care and maintenance – RCA RCR451 User Manual

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Troubleshooting

Problem: Remote does not operate your component.

• You must put the remote in the correct mode by pressing the corresponding

component key (

TV, VCR, DVD, SAT·CBL

) so the remote knows which

component you want to operate.

• Remove any obstacles between the remote and the component. Make

sure to aim the remote at the IR sensor on the component.

• Make sure the batteries are fresh and are properly installed. (See Battery

Installation.) Replace the batteries with two new AAA batteries, if necessary.

Reprogramming may be required.

• Reset the remote. Remove the batteries, then press and hold the number

key on the remote for several seconds to reset the microprocessor inside

the remote. Release the number

key, reinstall the batteries, and press the

ON·OFF

key. If the LED indicator light turns on, reprogram the remote

and try again. If it doesn’t light up, replace the batteries with new ones.

Problem: Remote can’t be programmed to operate a component.

• If you are testing the remote after you have entered the code, you may be

too far away from the component or at a wrong angle. This remote uses IR

(infrared) technology to communicate with components. The remote sends

the code, and the component’s IR sensor reads the code. Therefore, there

must be an unobstructed path between the remote and the IR sensor on

the component. Move closer and make sure you point the remote at the

component (VCR player when programming the

VCR

key; DVD when

programming the

DVD

key; TV when programming the

key; cable box

or satellite receiver when you’re programming the

SAT·CBL

key).

• If you’ve used the Direct Entry programming method to enter the codes

for your brand and the unit is still not functioning properly, try the Code

Search method. (See Code Search.)

• To control combo TV/VCR or TV/DVD units, you must program both

the

key and the

VCR

DVD

key. Once programmed successfully,

the

key controls the TV functions on your unit, and the

VCR

DVD

key controls the VCR or DVD functions. There is a specific

section in the Code Lists for combo units. The codes in this section

should be tried first using Direct Code Entry on the

and

VCR

DVD

keys. If this is unsuccessful, follow the normal programming

methods for both the

and the

VCR

DVD

keys.

• Make sure the batteries are fresh and are properly installed.

Problem: The remote is not performing commands properly.

• You must put the remote in the correct mode by pressing the

corresponding component key (

VCR

DVD

SAT·CBL

) so the

remote knows which component you want to operate.

• Make sure component is “ready” (e.g., DVD player has disc loaded;

VCR has tape loaded, etc.

• You may have pressed an invalid key for the mode the remote is in.
• If you’re trying to turn on an RCA, GE or PROSCAN component, press

the component key (

VCR

DVD

SAT·CBL

) instead of the

ON·OFF

key.

• If you’re trying to change channels, try pressing the

key after entering

the channel number as this is a requirement of certain models and brands.

• There is a possibility that a programmed code may only be able to control

some of your component features (e.g., only turns a component on and off).

To confirm that the component key is programmed with the correct code for

maximum functionality, test the component. Attempt to control a variety of

the component’s functions with the remote. If some of the features of your

components do not work, try programming the remote with a different code

in the list (using the Direct Entry Method) until you find the code that allows

the remote to control the majority of your component’s functions. Different

codes can provide different levels of functionality.

Exiting a Menu Mode

The remote automatically times out of Menu Mode after
20 seconds of inactivity (no keys being pressed). At that
time, the remote clears the displayed menu from the TV.

If you want to exit the Menu Mode yourself, press the
corresponding component key on the remote (TV, VCR,

DVD, SAT·CBL). The LED indicator light turns off and
the remote is automatically set to control the component
whose key you just pressed to leave the Menu Mode. For
example, if the remote is in DVD Menu Mode, press the

DVD key to exit the Menu Mode. The remote is now out
of Menu Mode and is set to control the DVD. To control
another component, simply press the component key for
the unit you wish to control (TV, VCR, satellite receiver or
cable box).

Problem: LED indicator doesn’t turn on when you press a key.

• You must put the remote in the correct mode by pressing the

corresponding component key (

VCR

DVD

SAT·CBL

) so the

remote knows which component you want to operate.

• You may have pressed an invalid key for the mode the remote is in.
• Make sure the batteries are fresh and are properly installed. (See Battery

Installation.) 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 VCR Mode.
• Make sure the tape is properly loaded in the VCR.
• Make sure the tape is not write-protected. If the safety tab is removed

the tape is write-protected, and you cannot record onto that tape.

Problem: Remote doesn’t change channels on component.

• You must put the remote in the correct mode by pressing the

corresponding component key (

TV, VCR, DVD, SAT·CBL

) so the remote

knows which component you want to operate.

• Press the OK key after you enter a channel number.
• Remove any obstacles between the remote and the component. Make

sure to aim the remote at the IR sensor on the component.

Problem: Component menu doesn’t appear on the TV screen.

• Make sure you have connected your component to your TV properly.

(See your components’ Owner’s Manuals for proper connection

procedures.)

• You must put the remote in the correct mode by pressing the

corresponding component key (

VCR

DVD

SAT·CBL

) so the

remote knows which component you want to operate.

• Menu access isn’t supported for all brands. If that’s the case, you’ll need

to use your original remote control to access menu functions for these

components.

For more information, please visit www.rca.com.

Care and Maintenance

• Keep the remote dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
• Use and store the remote only in normal temperature environments.
• Handle the remote gently and carefully. Don’t drop it.
• Keep the remote away from dust and dirt.
• Wipe the remote with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
• Modifying or tampering with the remote’s internal components can

cause malfunction and invalidate its warranty.

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retail purchaser of this product that should it, under normal use and conditions, be

proven defective in material or workmanship during its lifetime while you own it,

such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (at the Company’s option) without charge

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