Remote Control - Arcam AV950 Handbook

The CR450 universal remote
controller
The CR450 is a sophisticated 'universal' backlit remote
remote control that can control up to eight devices. It is pre-
programmed for use with the AV950/AVR750/450/380
control
and many other Arcam products (FM/DAB tuners, CD
players and DVD players).
With its extensive built-in library of codes, it can also
be used with thousands of third party audio-visual
components – TVs, satellite and set-top boxes, PVRs,
CD players, etc. See the list of codes at the back of this
handbook, beginning on page 49.
The CR450 is a 'learning' remote, so you can teach it
almost any function from an old single-device remote.
Using the remote control
Please keep in mind the following when using the

remote control:

< Ensure there are no obstacles between the
remote control and the remote sensor on the
AV950/AVR750/450/380. The remote has a
range of about 7 metres. (If the remote sensor is
obscured, the Z1 IR remote control input jack
on the rear panel is available. Please consult
your dealer for further information.)
< Remote operation may become unreliable
if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is
shining on the remote sensor of the AV950/
AVR750/450/380.
< Replace the batteries when you notice a
reduction in the operating range of the remote
control.
Inserting batteries into the
EQ
remote control
1. Open the battery compartment on the back of
1 2 3
the handset, by sliding its cover off.
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2. Insert two ' A AA' batteries, as indicated in the
4 5 6
battery compartment.
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3. Slide the battery compartment cover back firmly
7 8 9 into its locked position with a click.
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RPT
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DISP MODE
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SYNC EFFECT SUB
DISC MENU POP UP
INFO MENU
OK
RTN
AUDIO
BASS VOL+
SUBT
TREB AMP VOL-
TUN AUX NET USB
Notes on batteries:
BD AV VCR GAME
< Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such
as leakage and bursting.
STB SAT PVR CD
< Do not mix old and new batteries together.
< Do not use non-identical batteries together –
although they may look similar, different batteries
may have different voltages.
< Ensure the plus (+) and minus (-) ends of each
battery match the direction indicated in the battery
compartment.
< Remove batteries from equipment that is not going
to be used for a month or more.
CR450
< When disposing of used batteries, please comply
with governmental or local regulations that apply in
your country or area.
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SYNC EFFECT SUB
DISC MENU POP UP
Useful information Device Mode / Source keys
INFO MENU
As the CR450 can control your AV950/AVR750/450/380
Backlight
as well as a range of other equipment: many of the
OK
A backlight comes on for eight seconds whenever a key
buttons have more than one function depending on the
is pressed. This helps you use the handset in subdued
'device mode' selected on the remote control.
lighting conditions.
The Device Mode keys (shown below) select the source
RTN
on the AV950/AVR750/450/380. If one of these keys is
Power LED blinks
AUDIO
pressed briefly, a command is transmitted to change the
Short blinks indicate a valid key press.
source on the unit. Also the functionality of the remote BASS VOL+
Multiple short blinks convey information (such as a
control changes to operate the selected source device; it's
SUBT
device code) or signal the beginning and successful
like having a bundle of different remotes in your hand!
TREB AMP VOL-
completion of a programming sequence.
The symbol ' * ' is used in the manual to indicate a
TUN AUX NET USB
power LED blink.
Timeouts and unassigned keys
BD AV VCR GAME
Time out – After 30 seconds the CR450 exits the
programming state and returns to normal operation.
STB SAT PVR CD
Stuck key timeout – After any key is pressed
continuously for 30 seconds, the CR450 stops sending
IR transmission to conserve battery life. The CR450
T
Internal FM or DAB tuner input
remains off until all keys are released.
x
Auxiliary input
Unassigned keys – the CR450 ignores any unassigned
key presses for a particular Device Mode and does not N
Ethernet input (e.g. Internet radio)
transmit IR.
External USB device (iPod, iPhone,
y
audio files on pen drive, etc.)
Low voltage indicator
CR450
B Blu-ray Disc or DVD player
When the batteries are running down, the LED flashes
five times whenever you press a button:
a Audio-visual sound input (use with TV)
* * * * *
w Video Cassette recorder input
If this happens, fit two new AAA alkaline batteries as
G Games console input
soon as possible.
C Set Top Box decoder input
z Satellite input
Personal Video Recorder (or Digital
v
Video Recorder) input
c
Compact Disc player input
Each Device Mode changes the behaviour of many
of the CR450 keys to control the source device
mode ) plays the
appropriately. For example: in
CD
mode ) issues the TV
previous CD track, but in
AV
'channel down' command.
The CR450 remains in the last selected Device Mode
so it is not necessary to press a Device Mode key before
every command key if all you are doing is playing or
The CR450 complies with Part 15 of the
skipping tracks on a CD, for example.
FCC rules
Pressing the C or G keys puts the remote into
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This equipment has been tested and found to
device mode.
comply with the limits for a class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
Navigation keys
are designed to provide a reasonable protection
The Navigation keys steer the cursor in Setup
against harmful interference in a residential
menus or on-screen menus. They also replicate
OK installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
the navigation functions of original remotes
radiated radio frequency energy and if not installed
supplied with other home entertainment
and used in accordance with the instructions,
devices in your system. O confirms a setting.
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee
Volume control
that interference will not occur in a particular
By default, the CR450 is set up so that the volume
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
control and mute buttons ( " , / and @ ) always
interference to radio or television reception, which
control the volume of the AV950/AVR750/450/380,
can be determined by turning the equipment off
regardless of which Device Mode the remote is currently
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
set for. This is known as volume 'punch through' .
the interference by one or more of the following
For example, if you are listening to a CD, you will measures:
probably have the CR450 in Device Mode to control
CD
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
the CD player. You can use the volume controls on the
Increase the separation between the equipment and
remote directly to adjust the volume of the AV950/
receiver.
AVR750/450/380 without first having to press A to put
Connect the equipment into an outlet or a circuit
the remote into Device Mode. The volume buttons
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'punch through' the Device Mode on the remote to different from that to which the receiver is
CD
connected.
the Device Mode.
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Volume 'punch through' can be disabled individually for Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
any Device Mode if desired.
Customising the CR450
The CR450 offers a Code Learning feature that allows
you to copy up to 16 functions from an original remote
control onto the CR450 keypad. For details of this,
and other customisation features, see "customising the
CR450" on page E-40.
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