Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Operations Guide
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Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Contents Mini LCD RF Handheld Remote: ML-500 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ................................................................................................ 1 Specifications ..............................................................................................................
Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Mini LCD RF Handheld Remote: ML-500 Introduction Features and Functions The Crestron® Mini LCD RF Handheld Remote (ML-500) is a universal remote control that can be used to control a Crestron system. A liquid-crystal display (LCD) with switchable backlighting provides the user with a listing of available functions and system commands. With a wireless range of up to 200 feet, the ML-500 can be used almost anywhere in a home or facility.
Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron ML-500 Specifications The following table lists specifications for the ML-500. Specifications for the ML-500 SPECIFICATION DETAILS Battery Power 6.
Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote ML-500, Front View Operations Guide – DOC.
Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron ML-500 Physical Views of the ML-500 9.06 in (23.00 cm) 2.28 in (5.80 cm) 3.03 in (7.70 cm) 1.40 in (3.56 cm) 4 • Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Operations Guide – DOC.
Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Menu System The ML-500 uses a menu to access all of the functions the remote is capable of performing. The menu consists of a main page that lists up to 10 groups of options. Depending on your remote’s configuration, each option can be a selection of a room, device, or system function. Each group can contain up to four pages. Each page lists up to 10 additional options.
Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron ML-500 Navigation Keys PA GE MAIN V FA The three navigation keys located under the LCD are used to view the different pages in the menu system. PAGE After pressing a group’s soft key on the MAIN page, press the PAGE button to view pages within the selected group. After reaching the final page in a group (either page 2, 3, or 4), pressing PAGE once more returns the display to the first page in the group. Refer to the following illustration.
Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Scrolling Through Favorites Using the FAV and PAGE Buttons Hard Keys OFF ON + - INFO d EXIT c a ON/OFF CH GUIDE MENU + PREV CH MUTE VOL The hard keys are used to switch power to the devices in your system and control device-specific functions within the system. h b 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10 0 ENT Use these buttons to switch power to the devices in your system.
Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron ML-500 Miscellaneous Using the Backlight If it is difficult to see the display or buttons when viewing the remote, the ML-500 backlight can be used to light up the display and buttons. Turn on the backlight by pressing the LIGHT button on the right side of the remote control. The backlighting will stay on, and then automatically turn off after approximately 15 seconds. If you wish to turn off the backlighting without waiting, press the LIGHT button again.
Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Adjusting the Display The LCD display’s contrast can be adjusted for optimal viewing. To make the display darker, press the UP thumbpad button while holding the MAIN button. Refer to the following diagram.
Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron ML-500 Problem Solving Troubleshooting The table below provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact the Crestron dealer that programmed your system. ML-500 Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Display is too dark. Contrast is set wrong. Adjust contrast setting. Display is too light. Contrast is set wrong. Adjust contrast setting. Batteries are running low.
Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, this unit has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking. NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Fax: 201.767.7576 www.crestron.com Operations Guide – DOC. 6246 12.03 Specifications subject to change without notice.