Owner's Manual

Rev. 2/1/06 Page 5 of 8
NOTE:
If the appliance is already operating in the ON or TIMER mode, engaging the “LOCK-OUT” will not cancel the operating MODE.
Engaging the “LOCK-OUT” prevents only the manual operation of the TRANSMITTER
. If in the auto modes, the TIMER operation will
continue to operate normally. To totally “LOCK-OUT” the operation of the TRANSMITTER’S operating signals; the transmitters OFF
must be set to OFF.
TEMPERATURE UPDATING FEATURE –TRANSMITTER – (T/S –TX)
This SKYTECH remote control has a TEMPERATURE UPDATING Feature built into its software. The TEMPERATURE UPDATING
Feature operates in the following manner.
The transmitter reads the ROOM temperature every 2 minutes then updates the ROOM temperature on the LCD screen.
COMMUNICATION – SAFETY – TRANSMITTER – (C/S – TX)
This SKYTECH remote control has a COMMUNICATION –SAFETY function built into its software. It provides an extra margin of safety
when the TRANSMITTER is out of the normal 20-foot operating range of the receiver.
The COMMUNICATION – SAFETY feature operates in the following manner, in all OPERATING MODES
– ON/ ON TIMER.
At all times and in all OPERATING MODES, the transmitter sends an RF signal every fifteen (15) minutes, to the receiver, indicating
that the transmitter is within the normal operating range of 20 feet. Should the receiver NOT receive a transmitter signal every 15
minutes, the IC software, in the RECEIVER, will begin a 2-HOUR (120-minute) countdown timing function. If during this 2-hour period,
the receiver does not receive a signal from the transmitter, the receiver will shut down the appliance being controlled by the receiver.
The RECEIVER will then emit a series of rapid “beeps” for a period of 10 seconds. Then after 10 seconds of rapid beeping, the
RECEIVER will continue to emit a single “beep” every 4 seconds until a transmitter ON or MODE Button is pressed to reset the
receiver. The intermittent 4-second beeping will go on for as long as the receiver has power.
To “reset” the RECEIVER and operate the appliance, you must press the ON
or TIMER button on the transmitter. By turning the
system to ON, the COMMUNICATION -SAFETY operation is overridden and the system will return to normal operation depending on
the MODE selected at the transmitter. The COMMUNICATION – SAFETY feature will reactivate should the transmitter be taken out of
the normal operating range or should the transmitter’s batteries fail or be removed.
MATCHING SECURITY CODES
Each transmitter can use one of 1,048,576 unique security codes. It may
be necessary to program the remote receiver to LEARN the
security code of the transmitter upon initial use
, if batteries are replaced, or if a replacement transmitter is purchased from your dealer
or the factory. When matching security codes, be sure slide button on the receiver is in the REMOTE position; the code will NOT
“LEARN” if the slide switch is in the ON or OFF position. Program the remote receiver to LEARN a new security code Push and
Release the LEARN button on the top of the remote receiver and then Press the ON or OFF button on the transmitter. A change in the
beeping pattern, at the receiver, indicates the transmitter’s code has been programmed into the receiver. When an existing receiver is
matched to a new transmitter, the new security code will override the old one.
The microprocessor that controls the security code matching procedure is controlled by a timing function. If you are unsuccessful in
matching the security code on the first attempt, wait 1-2 minutes before trying again – this delay allows the microprocessor to reset its
timer circuitry – and try up to two or three more times.
BATTERY LIFE
Life expectancy of the alkaline batteries in the transmitter should be at least 12 months. Check and replace the transmitter battery
annually. When the transmitter no longer operates the remote receiver from a distance it did previously (i.e., the transmitter’s range has
decreased) or the remote receiver doe not function at all, the transmitter battery and the 110-volt power source to the receiver should
be checked. The transmitter should operate with as 2.5 volts of battery power, measuring at the (2) 1.5-volt batteries.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
If you encounter problems with your fireplace system, the problem may be with the fireplace itself or it could be with the SKYTECH
remote. Review the fireplace manufacturer’s operation manual to make sure all connections are properly made. Then check the
operation of the SKYTECH remote in the following manner:
• Make sure there is 110-volt power source to the receiver. Without 110-volt power the receiver will not operate with the transmitter.
• Check battery in Transmitter to make sure contacts are touching (+) and (-) ends of battery. Bend metal contacts in for tighter fit.
• Be sure RECEIVER and Transmitter is within 20’-25’ operating range.
• If RECEIVER is installed in tightly enclosed metal surround, the operating distance will be shortened.