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Logitech Harmony 525 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual User Manual Version 1.0 Version 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction..........................4 Getting to know your remote ....................4 How your Harmony 525 works ..................4 Activities, devices, and inputs ..................4 The buttons on your Harmony 525 ................. 5 What’s on the Harmony 525 screen ..................6 Using your Harmony 525 ......................7 Selecting an Activity ......................
  • Page 3 Getting help with your online setup ..................29 Finding answers to questions ..................... 29 Using the On-Remote Help ....................30 Logitech’s Harmony Remote user forums ................30 Appendix A - Device Information ....................31 Appendix B - Glossary ......................32 Appendix C - Product Specification ..................35...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The Logitech® Harmony® 525 advanced universal remote simplifies your home entertainment, replacing up to ten remotes with one. One-touch, Activity-based control turns on the right devices in the right order. Whether you’re new to Harmony products or you consider yourself an expert, this User Manual provides you with useful information to get you going.

  • Page 5: The Buttons On Your Harmony 525

    The buttons on your Harmony 525 The system off button turns off all the devices in the current Activity. The Harmony 525 buttons may have The arrow keys help you page through items on the touch screen. different functions or control different The Activities button returns you to the Activities starting point.

  • Page 6: What's On The Harmony 525 Screen

    What’s on the Harmony 525 screen Commands common to your Activity When you select an Activity, your Harmony 525 screen displays all the commands related to that Activity, not just the ones related to the primary device of that Activity. For example, if you’re watching a DVD, your screen displays functions and commands for your DVD and other devices you use in the Watch a DVD Activity.

  • Page 7: Using Your Harmony 525

    Using your Harmony 525 Selecting an Activity The Activities screen displays the Activities you have created for the remote. You can start an Activity by pressing the Activities button and then selecting the Activities Activity you want to start by pressing the side LCD Devices Help button corresponding to that Activity.

  • Page 8: Using The Help Button

    Using the Help button Because obstacles or distance can interfere with the signals the Harmony 525 sends when it starts an Activity (for example, someone walks between your Harmony 525 and the TV when you press Watch TV, or you’re very far away from the system when you start an Activity), your Harmony 525 can become “out of sync”...

  • Page 9: Controlling Your Devices Individually

    Controlling your devices individually In some cases, you may want to control a device individually. You can use the device feature of the Harmony 525 to control devices one-by-one. When you press the Device button, the Harmony 525 screen displays a list of your devices. Select the device you wish to control by pressing the side LCD button closest to your selection.

  • Page 10: Setting Up Your Harmony 525 For The First Time

    Setting up your Harmony 525 for the first time Overview of the setup process When you insert the Harmony remote CD, the Installer launches. Follow the easy setup instructions to install the Harmony Remote Software. For more information on installing the Harmony Remote Software, refer to the Getting Started Guide.

  • Page 11: Creating Your User Account

    1. Creating your user account When you start the Harmony Remote Software for the first time, you must create your user account. From the Harmony Remote Software: Create New Account. Click Complete the required account information. Follow the instructions in the setup wizard. After you create your user account, the Harmony Remote Software opens your home page each time you log in.

  • Page 12: Setting Up The Devices You Want To Control

    3. Setting up the devices you want to control The guided online setup asks you to enter your device information. Enter the information for all the entertainment components you want to control with your Harmony 525. You should use the Device Worksheet to gather all your device information before starting the setup process.

  • Page 13: Updating The Remote

    5. Updating the remote After you enter your device and Activity information, the software saves your information. It also transfers the information to your Harmony 525. After the software updates your remote, you’re ready to test your setup. For specific details about testing your setup, see the chapter on Testing your Setup.

  • Page 14: Testing Your Setup

    Testing your setup Every time you update your Harmony 525, you should test your remote to ensure it’s working the way you expect. This chapter gives you the information you need to test your remote. It also has some suggestions on what to check while you’re testing your setup. If you run into specific issues while testing your remote, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this...

  • Page 15: Adding An Extra Device (Passthrough) To An Activity

    Adding an extra device (passthrough) to an Activity A passthrough device is a device that you add to your system that a signal passes through unaltered. For example, if you use your DVD recorder (or VCR) to record shows from your satellite or set top box, you may need to add your DVD recorder as a passthrough device.

  • Page 16: Changing How Buttons Work In An Activity

    Changing how buttons work in an Activity When you select an Activity, your Harmony 525 turns on all the required entertainment devices, sets up the device inputs correctly, and sets up the remote’s buttons to control the devices in the Activity. For example, when you select the Watch a DVD Activity, the volume buttons on the Harmony 525 changes the volume.

  • Page 17: Changing Your Setup

    Changing your setup Whether you get a new device or want to change the behavior of some buttons, you may need to make changes to your Harmony 525 setup. The following sections provide you with the information to help you with these tasks. Adding and changing your Activities In the Harmony Remote Software, select the Activities tab.

  • Page 18: Controlling The Remote Assistant

    Controlling the Remote Assistant The Harmony 525 Remote Assistant guides you through starting Activities. It also gives you more information about the status of your remote and the Activity you selected. For example, when you select the Watch TV Activity, the Remote Assistant prompts you to press help if any devices are not configured properly.

  • Page 19: Adding Additional Features To Your Harmony 525

    With the Learn IR feature of the Harmony 525 and the Harmony Remote Software, you can use your device’s original remote to “teach” your Harmony 525. You should only need to use this feature when Logitech’s device list doesn’t have your device listed, or there’s a button you want to use that’s missing from the device configuration.

  • Page 20: Naming A New Command Your Remote Learned

    Harmony Remote Software. Logitech recommends you use the default names listed on the Learn IR page. By using the default names, you minimize the chance of a button being assigned incorrectly on the Harmony 525.

  • Page 21: Types Of Delays Or Speed Settings

    Types of delays or speed settings If your device doesn’t react to a command from the Harmony 525, it may be because the delay setting needs to be adjusted. By default, different devices take different amounts of time to react to a command from a remote control.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Delay Between Ir Commands (Speed Settings)

    Adjusting the delay between IR commands (speed settings) If you find the delay between IR commands is too long, especially when changing channels on your TV, you can change the delay time for a device that is reacting too slowly. The Harmony 525 uses several different delays to control your devices.

  • Page 23: Maintaining Your Harmony 525

    Your Harmony 525 contains internal software, called firmware. The remote’s firmware is similar to your computer’s operating system. Logitech updates the firmware for your remote to ensure you’re always getting the most from your Harmony 525. Generally, when you connect your remote to your computer the Harmony Remote Software updates your remote automatically if new firmware is available.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Problems With Your Harmony 525

    Troubleshooting problems with your Harmony 525 In this section, you’ll find some commonly reported issues and the suggested solutions. These solutions may help you fix problems you’re experiencing. If you still cannot fix the problem, refer to Getting help with your Harmony 525.
  • Page 25 The On Demand command isn’t on the Harmony 525 for the Watch TV Activity. • You can map the command to any unused button on the Harmony 525 or on the remote’s screen. The command is likely in our database, but wasn’t mapped to the Activity.

  • Page 26: Figuring Out Which Inputs Your System Uses

    Figuring out which inputs your system uses One of the most important parts to creating your Activities for your Harmony 525 is determining which inputs your system uses for each device. This chapter gives you some suggestions on how to figure out which inputs your entertainment system uses if you’re not sure. Inputs are how the devices in your entertainment system are connected.

  • Page 27: Step 1- Turn On All Your Devices

    (Option 1). Step 1— Turn on all your devices To determine which devices are using which inputs, Logitech recommends you start by turning on all the devices in your entertainment system. If possible, you should even start something playing in your DVD player, CD player, VCR, etc.

  • Page 28: Step 2 - Watch The Tv

    Step 2 — Watch the TV In this step, you must use your TV’s original remote control to switch between inputs. Using your TV’s original remote, select each input one-at-a-time. For each input, note which device appears to be connected to that input. For example, if you switch to VIDEO 1 and see your DVD playing, you know your DVD player is connected to VIDEO 1.

  • Page 29: Getting Help With Your Harmony 525

    Provides instructional help to guide you through a series of question-and- Software answer steps to accomplish a task. FAQs (Frequently A searchable list of customer questions with answers provided by the Asked Questions) Logitech Harmony support center. More Help button Provides specific online help for the page you’re on.

  • Page 30: Using The On-Remote Help

    Answer the questions on your Harmony 525 to re-synchronize it with your entertainment system. Using the Help button. Logitech’s Harmony Remote user forums You can also access the user forums to see what other users like you are discussing. Simply go to http://forums.logitech.com/.

  • Page 31: Appendix A - Device Information

    • NOT serial number (SN) which is usually much longer • examples: RC-QN3BK, CT-36XF36C, Explorer 3100, L32 HDTV 10A, etc. Once you have gathered all of your information, take this worksheet to your computer and continue with the Setup software. © Copyright 2006 Logitech or its licensors. All rights reserved.

  • Page 32: Appendix B - Glossary

    Appendix B - Glossary Amplifier A stereo component that outputs to speakers, and increases the gain or level of an audio signal. An amplifier doesn’t typically include a radio. Anamorphic Also referred to as Enhanced for Widescreen, or Enhanced for 16:9. The process views that horizontally shrinks a 16:9 image into a 4:3 space to convert images between widescreen and typical television image aspect ratio.
  • Page 33 NTSC (National The standard video broadcast format used in North America. Television System(s) Committee) Output Device A device that produces the sound or picture, for example, a TV or speakers. A video format that is used in the UK, and parts of Europe and Asia. (Phase Alternating Line)
  • Page 34 Satellite Radio A service in the United States that provides digital programming directly from satellites. Currently the 2 main providers for service are XM and Sirrus. SDTV Standard One mode of operation of digital television where the broadcaster transmits Definition pictures with detail similar to, or slightly better than, today’s analog Television television.

  • Page 35: Appendix C - Product Specification

    Appendix C - Product Specification LCD Size 1.5" Diagonal LCD Resolution 96 x 64 LCD Screen Monochrome Power Source 4 x AAA batteries Power Type Alkaline Brands Supported 5,000+ Devices Supported 225,000+ Maximum number of devices per account Backlit keypad Backlight Color Blue IR Learning...
  • Page 36 © 2008 Logitech Inc. All rights reserved. Logitech's trademarks are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Logitech in the US and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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