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 40.0 Remote Note: If you are using the green TV1 key that comes installed in your remote, skip these steps. Go to Insert the Batteries (page 2). 1 2 Confirm your remote has the green number 1 key installed. Pull the remote battery cover off. If your remote has a blank, black key, continue to Insert the Batteries on page 2. 3 Separate the key from the remote by inserting your thumbnail or a coin in the crease. 4 Remove the key by grasping at the bottom.
Insert the Batteries 1 2 3 Pull the remote battery cover off. Insert 4 AAA batteries, making sure to match the plus (+) ends with the plus markings on the battery case. Replace the remote battery cover.
Using System Wizard Use System Wizard initially to set up the remote to work with the receiver. System Wizard can also store/restore the settings for your XiP system in both your remote control’s memory and on the receiver. This feature is helpful if you ever need to program a replacement remote or a new system. Note: If your batteries are low, replace them before beginning. 1 Press and hold 0 until System Wizard message appears. Make sure the remote and receiver are in line of sight.
Linking Remote to Receiver Use these instructions to link the remote to the receiver if your receiver does not support System Wizard. 1 Verify the antenna is installed on the back of the receiver. REMOTE ANTENNA 2 Turn your receiver and TV on, and press SYSTEM INFO on the front panel of the receiver. SYSTEM INFO 3 Confirm that you see the System Info screen. 4 Press and release SAT on your remote. Wait until you hear a tone and see the remote listed on the screen.
SAT Mode SAT To use the features described in this section, make sure you are in SAT mode by pressing the SAT Mode button. Note: Some features may not be available depending on your receiver model. Press this button for Pair/Input SAT Mode Press once for Input.
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.
DVD 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.
DVR Functions • Press twice to go to the list of recorded programs. • Plays a live or recorded program. • Pauses a live or recorded program. • Stops recording a program. • Records a program. • Press BACK once to reverse the program four times as fast as normal play. Press BACK twice to reverse at 15 times normal speed, three times to reverse at 60 times normal speed, and four times to reverse at 300 times normal speed. The on- screen bar shows how far you’ve gone.
DVR Functions, continued • Press SKIP FWD to skip ahead about 30 seconds in the program. + + • Press PAUSE and then press BACK to reverse the program in slow motion at 1/4 the speed of normal play. Press BACK again to reverse at normal speed. • Press PAUSE and then press FWD to forward the program in slow motion at 1/15 the speed of normal play. Press FWD twice to forward at 1/4 as fast as normal play. Press FWD three times to play the program.
Using Remote Button Shortcuts In addition to their normal functions, some buttons on your remote control have special shortcut functions when you are navigating the on-screen Electronic Program Guide (EPG), or inside a dropdown menu of options or scrollable list of events displayed by your receiver. DVR Buttons The following table lists some of these shortcuts for the gray set of buttons that normally control your DVR functions.
Programming Remote to Control Another Device Entering a Code 1 Turn the device and receiver on. 2 Press MENU and select the Settings tile. From the Settings screen, select Remote Control. 3 Select the TV Code, DVD Code, or AUX Code option on the Remote Control settings screen. If programming in TV Code or DVD Code, continue to Step 4. If programming in AUX Code, continue with this step. 4 5 For programming in AUX Mode only: Scroll the Aux Device: list to select and highlight your device type.
Programming Remote to Control Another Device, con’t. Entering a Code, continued 5 Confirm that the code you entered appears for the programmed device (TV, DVD, or AUX) on the Remote Control settings screen. 6 Press the Mode button for the device you are programming (TV, DVD, or AUX). Release. 7 Press POWER. If device does not turn off, press SAT to switch modes and release. Try entering the code again. If device turns off, continue to step 10.
Programming Remote to Control Another Device, con’t. Scanning the Remote Database 1 2 3 Turn the device and receiver on. Press MENU and select Settings tile. From the Settings screen, select Remote Control. Select either TV Code, DVD Code, or AUX Code option, as applicable. 4 Select the Look Up Code option. Note: The three-digit device codes used by other DISH Network remote controls cannot be used.
Programming Remote to Control Another Device, con’t. Scanning the Remote Database, continued 8 Press POWER to turn off your device. If device turns off, continue with step 9. If it does not turn off, press and release SAT to switch modes. Select No on screen and repeat steps 7 and 8 for the next code. 9 Using the remote, turn the device on and try some other remote buttons to make sure they work. When finished, press and release SAT to switch modes.
Displaying Device Code and Remote Address To identify the device code that your remote control is using or the address that your remote control is using, complete the following steps: 1 Press MENU, select Settings tile, and then select Remote Control. The Home screen for your current remote control displays. 2 Verify that the brand name of TV shown in parentheses after the code matches the brand name of your TV.
Placing Remote in 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. Note: Limited Mode cannot be used with audio amplifiers. 1 Press MENU, select Settings tile, and then select Remote Control. 2 Select the Limited Mode option. 3 Limited Mode Enabled Disabled Limited Mode Enabled Disabled Use the arrow button to highlight Enabled and then select it.
Locating a Lost Remote The next time you misplace the remote control or wonder where one is, try the Locate feature. 1 2 3 4 LOCATE REMOTE Activate your receiver’s front panel controls and touch LOCATE REMOTE. Find the remote that you are looking for in the list of remotes on the right-hand side of the screen. Select the Locate option next to the remote you want to find.
Avoiding RF Interference Because your remote control uses UHF-2G radio frequencies, you might experience interference from certain other devices transmitting nearby. The instructions in this section describe how to avoid such conflicts. Adjusting the Antenna Your receiver links to and communicates with its remote control(s) through a special antenna connected to the Remote Antenna input on the receiver’s back panel.
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. Press MENU, select Settings tile, and then select Remote Control. 1 2 3 4 Select Volume. Under Control Volume For: use the down arrow key to highlight the AUX option.
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. Press MENU, select Settings tile, and then select Remote Control. 1 2 3 4 Select Volume. Under Control Volume for: use the up arrow key to highlight the TV option.
Learning From Another Device’s Remote Use this procedure if you are unable to find a code that allows your DISH Network remote to control your device or if some of the commands are not functioning as you expect after programming your DISH Network remote to control your device (in TV, DVD, or AUX modes). Use this procedure to have your DISH Network remote learn the commands of the other device’s remote control.
Learning from Another Device’s Remote, continued To have the DISH Network remote control learn specific commands for another device, complete the following steps. Ensure the DISH Network remote control is working with the receiver (see page 4). Place both the DISH Network remote and the original device’s remote control on a flat, stable surface. Point the front of the original device’s remote to face the small square (IR window) on the front, left-hand side of the DISH Network remote, as shown below.
Learning from Another Device’s Remote, continued 5 6 On the DISH Network remote, press and release the button you want the DISH Network remote to learn from the original device’s remote. The Mode light goes off and comes back on. On the original device’s remote control, press and hold the button you want learned until the Mode light goes out and comes back on. You may need to press and hold the button on the original remote several times before the DISH Network remote learns the command.
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 2. • Make sure you have a direct line of sight between the remote and the receiver.
Troubleshooting, continued When you try to enter TV programming mode, all the mode LEDs flash. What to do: Replace the batteries (see page 2). 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 remote control seems to have stopped working.
Troubleshooting, continued Your remote control isn’t working. What to do: Make sure the remote control is in the correct mode (SAT, TV, DVD, or AUX). Make sure you are using the correct remote control (TV1 or TV2) for your locations (applicable to multiroom receivers only). Change the batteries as described on page 2. 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.
Limited Warranty This Limited Warranty is a legal document. Keep it in a safe place. Remember to keep your Sales Receipt for warranty service. We will consider any items you return without a copy of the Proof of Purchase to be out of warranty. This warranty extends only to the original user (“you,” “your”) of the DISH Network remote control and is limited to the purchase price of the remote control. EchoStar Technologies L.L.C.
Accessory Warranty An accessory is any DISH Network branded equipment, displaying the DISH Network logo, excluding the receiver, Smart Card, cables and hookups, and non-mechanical components. A oneyear 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.
Regulatory Factors EchoStar Technologies Corporation, 94 Inverness Terrace East, Englewood, CO., (303) 706-4000, declares that: 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. Changes or modifications to this device may void your authority to operate this equipment.
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 16 for more details). TV Code (Optional) DVD/VCR/BD Player Code (Optional) Auxiliary Equipment Code (Optional) To read out your remote codes, see page 15 for instructions.
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