Remote User Guide
Safety Instructions You must keep safety in mind while using this device. Keep these and any other instructions for future reference. Observe Warnings: Carefully follow all warnings on the device and in the operating instructions. Heat: Do NOT place the device near heat sources such as radiators, stoves, heat registers, or other appliances that produce heat. Care and Use Cleaning: Do NOT use liquid, abrasive, solvent, or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Configuring the 5.4 Remote The 5.4 remote does not require any configuration. Go to Insert the Batteries (page 4). Configuring the 6.4 Remote Complete the following steps to configure the 6.4 remote. Selecting the Remote Key Confirm your receiver model and select the right key. 1 Look on both key sides to find the right key.
Configuring the 6.4 Remote, continued Selecting the Remote Key, continued your receiver model and select the 1 Confirm right key, continued.
Configuring the 6.4 Remote, continued AAA AAA A AAA 2 AAA Selecting the Remote Key, continued B Decide if the remote is being used for TV1 or TV2. If it is being used for TV1, determine whether to use IR or UHF signals for the remote. Use UHF signals if you do not have a clear line of sight between the remote and the receiver. Pull the remote battery cover off.
Insert the Batteries 1 AAA AAA AAA A AAA Pull the remote battery cover off. B Insert 4 AAA batteries, making sure to match the plus (+) ends with the plus markings on the battery compartment. AAA AAA AAA A AAA 2 B Replace the remote battery cover.
Making 5.4 and 6.4 IR Remote Work with Receiver For 5.4 and 6.4 IR Use the following instructions to configure your remote while using IR signals. 1 Turn your receiver and TV on, and press SYSTEM INFO on the front of the receiver. 2 Confirm that you see the System Info screen. 3 4 1 Press RECORD on your remote. The receiver then matches the remote’s address. Confirm that your remote operates your receiver by pressing remote buttons. If this is not working, return to step 3.
Making 6.4 UHF Remote Work with Receiver For 6.4 UHF Use the following instructions if you have configured your remote to use UHF signals. If you installed one of these keys, continue to step 2. 1 If you installed this key, continue to page 10, Making the 6.4 UHF Remote Work with DISH-Player DVR 522 and DISH-Player DVR 625 Receivers. 2 Verify the UHF antenna is installed on the back of the receiver. 3 Turn your receiver and TV on, and press SYSTEM INFO on the front of the receiver.
Making 6.4 UHF Remote Work with Receiver, continued For 6.4 UHF, continued Confirm that you see the System Info screen. 4 5 6 1 Press RECORD on your remote. The receiver then matches the remote’s address. Confirm that your remote operates your receiver by pressing remote buttons. If your remote has a blue number 2 key, you may need to confirm your remote operates the receiver for 2 . If this is not working, return to step 5.
Changing the UHF Frequency for the ViP222, ViP622, and ViP722 Only for ViP222, ViP622, and ViP722 Receivers Only use this procedure if you are using two UHF remotes. All other receivers must use Band A position or the remote does not control the receiver. Your remote has a switch to change the UHF frequency. The remote comes preset to the Band A position. You can change the setting to the Band B position to reduce the possibility of another UHF remote interfering with your UHF remote.
Changing the UHF Frequency for the ViP222, ViP622, and ViP722, continued 4 Press SYSTEM INFO on the front of the receiver. 5 Press RECORD on the remote control. 6 Verify the remote address on the System Info screen shows the correct band information: • Band Position A: IR/UHF Pro Band A • Band Position B: IR/UHF Pro Band B Done Press DONE or VIEW LIVE TV to close.
Making the 6.4 UHF Remote Work with DISH-Player DVR 522 and 625 Receivers Only For DISH-Player DVR 522 and DISH-Player DVR 625 Receivers Use the following instructions if you are using the green number 1 UHF key to control TV1. DISH Player-DVR 522 and DISH Player-DVR 625 1 Verify the correct key is installed. Verify the key is green, has no stripe, and includes the UHF Pro symbol. 2 Verify the UHF antenna is installed on the back of the receiver.
Making the 6.4 UHF Remote Work with DISH-Player DVR 522 & 625 Receivers, con’t. 6 Select the TV1 UHF Pro Setup screen and select Enable. 7 Select System Info and confirm that you see the System Info screen. 8 Use the ARROW buttons to highlight the Rem Addr box. Note: If you do not move the highlight, the remote changes the receiver’s 2 Rem Addr box and causes the remote to control the TV2 side of the receiver.
Making the 6.4 UHF Remote Work with DISH-Player DVR 522 & 625 Receivers, con’t. 11 Press and hold the SAT Mode button until all Mode buttons light up. Release the SAT Mode button. The SAT Mode button flashes. 12 Use the NUMBER PAD to enter a number (between 1 and 16) that is different from the address shown for TV2. Write down the TV1 address that is shown. Press and release POUND (#). The SAT Mode button flashes three times. 13 14 Use the ARROW buttons to highlight the Rem Addr box.
SAT Mode SAT To use the features described in this section, make sure you are in SAT mode by pressing the SAT Mode button. Use SAT Mode to control your receiver. Note: Some features may not be available depending on your receiver model.
TV Mode TV To use the features described in this section, make sure you are in TV mode by pressing the TV Mode button. Remote programming is required. Note: Some features may not be available depending on your receiver model or TV device code.
DVD/VCR Mode DVD To use the features described in this section, make sure you are in DVD mode by pressing the DVD Mode button. You can use this mode to operate a Blu-ray Disc™ player or VCR. Remote programming is required. Note: Some features may not be available depending on your receiver model.
Programming Remote to Control Another Device Entering a Code 1 2 Turn the device and receiver on. Find the brand name of the device listed in the code tables that start on page 32. TV Codes 32 3 Press and hold the correct Mode button until all Mode buttons light up. Release the Mode button. Mode button lights flash.
Programming Remote to Control Another Device Entering a Code, continued 4 Enter one of the threedigit device codes from the table, found in step 2, using buttons on the number pad, such as device code 560. Press 1 after the device code if you want to program Limited Mode. See Placing Remote in Limited Mode and Removing Limited Mode on page 21 for more information. 5 6 Press POUND (#). The Mode button flashes three times.
Programming Remote to Control Another Device Scanning the Remote Database Note: Only use Scanning the Remote Database if you were unable to find a code using Entering a Code. This procedure can take several minutes. 1 Turn the device and receiver on. 2 Press and hold the correct Mode button for the device until all Mode buttons light up. Release the Mode button. The Mode button flashes. If programming TV or DVD Mode buttons, go to step 4. If programming AUX Mode button, continue to step 3.
Programming Remote to Control Another Device Scanning the Remote Database, continued 5 Pointing the remote at the device the entire time, press and release UP ARROW slowly. The Mode button light goes out and comes back on. When the device turns off, continue to Step 6. If the device remains on, continue pressing UP ARROW. When all codes have been tried, the Mode button flashes eight times. 6 Press and release POUND (#). The Mode button flashes three times.
Displaying Device Code and Remote Address To identify the device code that your remote control is using or to display the remote control address, complete the following steps: Press and hold the Mode button for the device until all the Mode buttons light up. Release. The selected Mode button flashes. To display the remote control address, press and hold the SAT Mode button until all the Mode buttons light up. Release. SAT flashes. 1 2 3 Press and release POUND (#) twice.
Placing Remote in Limited Mode and Removing Limited Mode Limited Mode locks out all the device mode operations except for the device’s Power, Mute, and Volume. This prevents you from accidentally tuning away from satellite programming. If TV Mode is put into Limited Mode, this means that when the TV Mode button is pressed, the remote does not stay in TV Mode but returns to the last Mode selected. To place the remote in Limited Mode or to remove Limited Mode from TV Mode, follow the steps below.
SAT Auto-Tune SAT Auto-Tune programs into the remote control the correct TV channel used for watching TV. If you are experiencing fuzzy, snowy, blue, or black screens, it might be due to the TV being set to the wrong channel. Using the SAT Auto-Tune feature helps prevent these screen issues from occurring on TVs connected to the receiver’s modulated output (usually TV2). Use SAT Auto-Tune to program the correct TV channel for satellite viewing into the remote control.
Enabling and Disabling SAT Auto-Tune Note: SAT Auto-Tune is enabled by default; however, the channel must be set (see Setting SAT Auto-Tune Channel on page 22). 1 Press and hold SAT until all four Mode buttons are lit. 2 3 Press STAR (*). 4 Press POUND (#). SAT flashes three times to indicate SAT Auto-Tune is enabled or disabled. Press VOLUME UP to enable SAT Auto-Tune or VOLUME DOWN to disable. Removing SAT Auto-Tune Channel 1 Press and hold the TV Mode button until all four Mode buttons are lit.
Setting Auto-Tune for DVD/VCR You can set Auto-Tune for your DVD and/or VCR. Auto-Tune allows you to return to the channel for your DVD/VCR output when you accidentally change the channel or video input. Note: This feature is only used while recovering your picture. See Recovering your Picture on page 26. 1 Make sure the remote control operates your DVD/VCR. 2 Press and hold DVD until all four Mode buttons are lit. 3 Press STAR (*).
Removing Auto-Tune for DVD/VCR If you want to remove Auto-Tune for your DVD and/or VCR, follow the steps below. 1 Press and hold DVD until all Mode buttons are lit. 2 Press STAR (*). 3 4 Enter 00 or 000. OR Press POUND (#).
Recovering Your Picture Use the RECOVER button to return to watching satellite programming if you accidentally change channels or inputs on your TV, DVD, and/or VCR. To best use this feature, you must set up SAT Auto-Tune for your TV (see page 22) and for your DVD/VCR (see Setting Auto-Tune for DVD/VCR on page 24). Note: RECOVER only works if the remote control has been set up to control the TV and/or DVD/VCR, if connected.
Control Amplifier Volume When the remote control is set up to operate your TV, the MUTE and VOLUME buttons adjust your TV volume when in SAT mode. To use the remote to adjust the volume of a remote-controllable audio receiver or amplifier instead of adjusting the TV’s volume setting, use the steps on this page. 1 Press and hold AUX until all Mode buttons are lit, then release it. The AUX mode button flashes. 2 3 Press POUND (#). 4 5 Press the 0 number button.
Control TV Volume Use this procedure to change from having the remote adjust the volume of an audio receiver or amplifier to having the remote adjust the TV’s volume. When the remote control is set up to operate your TV, the MUTE and VOLUME buttons adjust your TV volume when in SAT mode. Note: It is only necessary to do these steps if the remote had been set up to control the volume on an audio device and now you want the remote to adjust the volume of a TV.
Programming Remote to Control Second Receiver in AUX Mode If you have another DISH receiver installed, you can use this remote control in AUX mode to operate your new receiver. AUX mode uses only IR signals, so the line of sight from the remote to the second receiver must be unobstructed. You can program the remote control to operate any other DISH receiver except where UHF is used, such as TV2 on DISH receivers. Turn on the second receiver and open System Info screen.
Discrete Codes Discrete On and Off IR-only remote-control commands are used by installers when programming macro commands into universal remotes. Using an On-only or Off-only command is more effective than a toggle On/Off command when trying to ensure the receiver is reliably in one state or the other. 1 Program the DISH remote to the desired remote address (see Changing the Remote and Receiver Address, page 31). 2 Hold SAT until all Mode buttons light, then release. 3 Press POWER (not TV POWER).
Changing the Remote and Receiver Address Sometimes the receiver picks up UHF interference from another receiver in the house or even a neighbor’s. If you notice that your receiver is changing channels or opening menus but you are not using the remote control, changing the address should fix the problem. 1 2 3 Press SYSTEM INFO on the receiver’s front panel. Write down the TV2 remote address shown on the System Info screen.
TV Codes TV This table contains the manufacturer codes for programming the remote control to operate your TV. If your TV brand is not listed or if the codes do not work, the remote may not control your TV. In some cases, codes may operate some, but not all buttons, shown in this guide. Note: If programming a second TV in AUX mode, press 0 before entering the TV code.
TV Codes, continued Granada 627 Grand 627 Grunpy 657 682 Hallmark 627 652 654 Harman/Kardon 561 Harvard 657 Hinari 534 Hisense 759 Hitachi 523 526 548 549 553 554 555 585 597 626 636 638 643 648 652 654 655 702 718 726 786 788 789 790 791 792 801 802 HP 911 912 IMA 657 Infinity 566 JBL 566 JC Penney 505 506 516 525 526 543 546 631 645 646 650 652 653 654 658 676 680 690 691 701 725 726 728 730 Jensen 556 573 652 654 JVC 508 557 559 642 649 655 676 726 735 736 737 812 817 Kawasho 548 561 573 652 654 Kenwood
TV Codes, continued Panasonic 508 509 512 566 644 651 662 676 685 689 698 700 716 734 761 765 780 784 811 819 820 821 822 823 867 868 869 870 871 872 873 874 875 876 877 878 879 880 881 882 883 884 885 886 889 890 900 Philco 505 506 525 536 568 573 610 651 652 653 654 655 656 723 724 729 Philips 525 566 651 652 655 656 690 723 724 729 770 782 824 825 826 827 828 891 892 893 894 Philips Magnavox 782 826 827 828 829 Pilot 652 658 Pioneer 502 548 576 636 637 648 652 654 708 Polaroid 766 Portland 505 526 573 65
TV Codes, continued Sylvania 506 525 536 566 568 569 573 600 610 652 654 656 723 724 729 733 756 764 Symphonic 632 657 662 692 694 846 Tandy 521 605 Tatung 509 651 698 Technics 508 676 Techwood 523 573 652 654 676 Teknika 504 505 512 516 523 524 525 526 534 536 541 573 644 652 653 654 655 657 658 662 675 680 682 685 726 727 Tera 513 Thomas 627 Thompson 709 TMK 523 573 627 652 654 Toshiba 516 590 617 631 635 680 683 688 750 771 785 793 847 848 849 850 851 852 853 854 855 856 865 866 909 Totevision 526 658 To
VCR Codes DVD This table contains the manufacturer codes for programming the remote control to operate your VCR. If your VCR brand is not listed or if the codes do not work, the remote may not control your VCR. In some cases, codes may operate some, but not all, buttons shown in this guide. Note: If programming your VCR in AUX mode, press 1 before entering the VCR code.
VCR Codes, continued MEI 554 678 Memorex 533 549 554 566 581 585 588 675 676 678 MGA 512 567 568 MGN Technology 675 Midland 579 Minolta 595 Mitsubishi 512 562 567 568 570 595 Montgomery Wards 512 554 585 590 591 Motorola 678 MTC 544 588 675 Multitech 579 588 591 675 NEC 562 581 592 594 682 Nikko 676 Noblex 675 Olympus 678 Optimus 676 Optonica 585 Panasonic 554 614 628 633 678 777 780 781 782 783 784 785 786 787 788 789 790 791 792 793 794 795 796 799 808 809 Pentax 592 595 Pentex Research 594 Perdio 588 Phi
DVD Player Codes DVD This table contains the manufacturer codes for programming the remote control to operate your DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ Player. If your DVD Player brand is not listed or if the codes do not work, the remote may not control your DVD Player. In some cases, codes may operate some, but not all, buttons shown in this guide. Note: If programming a DVD Player in AUX mode, press 1 before entering the DVD Player code.
Tuner/Amplifier Codes AUX This table contains the manufacturer codes for programming the remote control to operate your tuner/amplifier. If your tuner/amplifier is not listed or if the codes do not work, the remote may not control your turner/amplifier. In some cases, codes may operate some, but not all, buttons shown in this guide. Note: If programming a tuner/amplifier in AUX mode, press 2 before entering the Tuner/Amplifier code.
Combo Codes The following tables contain the manufacturer codes for programming the remote control to operate combined devices. If your combined device brand is not listed or if the codes do not work, the remote may not control your combined device. In some cases, codes may operate some, but not all, buttons shown in this guide. TV/VCR Codes TV DVD Note: Program the remote control in TV mode using the TV code and then in DVD/VCR mode (or in AUX─press 1 before entering the VCR code) using the VCR code.
Combo Codes, continued TV/DVD Codes TV DVD Note: Program the remote control in TV mode using the TV code and then in DVD/VCR mode (or in AUX─press 1 before entering the DVD code) using the DVD code.
Combo Codes, continued DVD/VCR Codes DVD AUX Note: Program the remote control in DVD/VCR mode using one of the listed DVD codes, and then in AUX mode, first pressing 1 and then using the listed VCR code.
Combo Codes, continued TV/VCR/Tuner Codes TV DVD AUX Note: Program the remote control in TV mode using the TV code and then in DVD/VCR mode and then in AUX mode (press 2 before entering the tuner code) using the tuner code.
Troubleshooting Use this information if you have a problem using the remote. To solve a particular problem, do the following: • Find the information that relates to the problem you are experiencing. Try the suggested solution for that problem. • Make sure your remote control has fresh batteries. If you see the Remote Battery Low warning on your TV screen, it is time to change the batteries. Follow the instructions on page 4. • Make sure you have a direct line of sight between the remote and the receiver.
Troubleshooting, continued Your remote control does not work well. What to do: Move your receiver to different locations. For best results, place the receiver as high as possible, above all other equipment in your entertainment center. There may be IR interference from objects near the receiver. Your picture is snowy (or black or blue). What to do: If SAT Auto-Tune has been enabled, press SAT to return to watching TV. Make sure your TV is tuned to the correct channel.
Troubleshooting, continued Your UHF Pro remote control does not work well from far away. What to do: Make sure the UHF antenna is connected to the receiver and not touching anything else. Vary the angle of the receiver’s UHF antenna. Locate the UHF antenna tip away from other electronics equipment or metal surfaces, even if separated by wooden shelving. Move the receiver to different locations. For best results, place the receiver as high as possible, above all other equipment in your entertainment center.
Limited Warranty This Limited Warranty is a legal document. Keep it in a safe place. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for warranty service! Any items returned without a copy of the Proof of Purchase will be considered out of warranty. This warranty extends only to the original user (“you,” “your”) of the DISH remote control and is limited to the purchase price of the remote control. DISH Network L.L.C.
DISH’s Exchange Programs DISH offers two options if you need to replace your remote control—the Advanced Exchange Program and the Post Receipt Exchange Program. Advanced Exchange Program Advanced Exchange Program allows you to have a replacement remote shipped immediately to you. Depending upon where you live, the remote should arrive within three to five business days. You will not have to return your defective remote to DISH using this program.
Accessory Warranty An accessory is any DISH-branded equipment, displaying the DISH logo, excluding the receiver, Smart Card, cables and hookups, and nonmechanical components. A one-year warranty becomes effective upon the activation of the DISH system or date of purchase, if bought separately. A proof of purchase is required to verify the purchase date. If an accessory has an expired warranty, no exchange will be issued. You may purchase replacement accessories from DISH or your local retailer.
Regulatory Factors This device complies with Part 15 of 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. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Reference Table Write down your remote address, channel numbers/ inputs, TV, VCR, DVD player, and stereo equipment codes as you program them for future reference. Remote Address Channel or Input for Cable Programming If you enter a “1” as the last number of your code, your remote is in Limited Mode (see page 21 for more details). TV Code (Optional) DVD/BD/VCR Player Code (Optional) Auxiliary Equipment Code (Optional) To read out your remote codes, see page 20 for instructions.
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