Summary of Contents for Logitec Harmony 650 Remote
- Page 1 User User Manual Manual Logitech ® Harmony ® 650 Remote Logitech ® Harmony ® 650 Remote Version 1.0 Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction .........................4 Getting to know your remote ...................4 How your Harmony 650 works ..................4 Activities, devices, and inputs ..................4 The buttons on your Harmony 650 ................5 What’s on the Harmony 650’s screen ................6 Using your Harmony 650 ....................7 Using your screen features....................7 Selecting an Activity ......................7 Switching between Activities ..................7 Turning off your devices ....................7... - Page 3 Controlling the Remote Assistant ................19 Adding additional features to your Harmony 650 ............20 Teaching your Harmony 650 new commands using your old remote ....20 Naming a new command your remote learned ............20 Adjusting delays and speed settings on your Harmony remote ......21 Maintaining your Harmony 650 ..................23 Upgrading your Harmony 650 firmware ..............23 Testing your remote settings after a software upgrade ...........23...
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Page 4: Introduction
Introduction The Logitech Harmony 650 Universal Remote is your answer to effortless home entertainment. The Activities buttons puts you in control of all your devices. You can go from watching TV to watching a DVD to listening to music with the touch of a button. The guided online setup walks you through the step-by-step configuration of your Harmony 650 with your entertainment system and then you’ll be ready to sit back and enjoy! Whether you’re new to Harmony products or you consider yourself an expert, this User... -
Page 5: The Buttons On Your Harmony 650
The buttons on your Harmony 650 The All Off button turns off all the devices in the current Activity. The Harmony 650’s buttons may have The Activity buttons start the appropriate Activity. The More different functions or Activities button opens a list of all Activities on the remote screen. -
Page 6: What's On The Harmony 650'S Screen
What’s on the Harmony 650’s screen Activities When you press an Activity button -- Watch TV, Watch a Movie, or Listen to Music -- the Activity starts and the commands for that Activity appear on the screen. The commands that appear are related to the Activity, and apply to all of the devices that you use for that Activity. -
Page 7: Using Your Harmony 650
Using your Harmony 650 Using your screen features The arrow buttons help you move through each page of options, while the side buttons allows you to choose a command or function. The center button lets you choose devices or Activities, or lets you back out of pages. The upper right corner of the screen shows which page is being shown, and how many total pages there are for the options you are... -
Page 8: Using The Help Button
Using the Help button Because obstacles or distance can interfere with the signals the Harmony 650 sends when it starts an Activity (for example, someone walks between your Harmony 650 and the TV when you press Watch TV, or you’re very far away from the system when you start an Activity), your Harmony 650 can become “out of sync”... -
Page 9: Using Your Favorite Channels
Using your favorite channels To set up your favorite channels, go to the Harmony Remote Software: Activities tab. Select the Watch TV, click Settings. Under Set up Favorite Channels and follow the online instructions. Select When you have favorite channels set up on your Harmony 650, your favorites appear on the remote’s screen when you select the Watch TV Activity. -
Page 10: Setting The Backlight Timing
Setting the backlight timing The Harmony 650 senses when you pick it up, and lights up the display and buttons. To set the length of time the backlight stays on, follow these steps: From your Harmony Remote Software: Remote Settings tab. Select the Click Display Settings. -
Page 11: Setting Up Your Harmony 650 For The First Time
Setting up your Harmony 650 for the first time Overview of the setup process The Harmony Remote Software leads you through a setup process and allows you to change your setup later if you wish. To begin, connect your remote to your computer using the USB cable provided and go to www.logitech.com/myharmony. -
Page 12: Creating Your User Account
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, on the Getting Started page: Create New Account. Click Complete the required account information. Follow the instructions in the setup wizard. -
Page 13: Setting Up The Devices You Want To Control
Setting up the devices you want to control On the Add Devices page, 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 650. You should use the Device Worksheet to gather all your device information before starting the setup process. -
Page 14: Updating The Remote
Updating the remote After you enter your device and Activity information, the software saves your information and shows the Finish Setup page. It also transfers the information to your Harmony 650. 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 15: Testing Your Setup
Testing your setup Every time you update your Harmony 650, 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. -
Page 16: 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 650’s 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 17: 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 18: Changing How Buttons Work In An Activity
Changing how buttons work in an Activity When you select an Activity, your Harmony 650 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 TV Activity, the volume button on the Harmony 650 changes the volume on the device you use to control volume. -
Page 19: Controlling The Remote Assistant
Controlling the Remote Assistant The Harmony 650’s 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 asks you if the TV is on and if the other devices in the Activity are configured properly. -
Page 20: Adding Additional Features To Your Harmony 650
Adding additional features to your Harmony 650 It’s possible that a device’s commands are not recognized. Maybe you have a very rare device? Or a new one? Although we update our device list regularly, there are always new devices in the market. To remedy this, you can teach your Harmony how to control this device by using the device’s original remote. -
Page 21: Adjusting Delays And Speed Settings On Your Harmony Remote
• Start infrared commands that select inputs (for example, on a stereo receiver) with the prefix “Input”. • Don’t name the input based on what you’ve connected to your device, rather name it based on what it’s called on the front of the device, or on the remote control (for example, InputAux, InputVideo1, InputTape, InputDVD). - Page 22 To adjust the Power On Delay, Inter-key Delay or the Input Delay, from the Harmony Remote Software: Devices tab. Click the Settings. Select the device for which you want to apply the change and click Select Adjust the delays (speed settings). Next.
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Page 23: Maintaining Your Harmony 650
Maintaining your Harmony 650 Upgrading your Harmony 650 firmware Your Harmony 650 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 650. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting Problems With Your Harmony 650
Troubleshooting problems with your Harmony 650 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 650. - Page 25 The On Demand command isn’t on the Harmony 650 for the Watch TV Activity. • You can map the command to any unused button on the Harmony 650 or on the remote’s screen. The command is likely in our database, but wasn’t mapped to the Activity. If we’re missing the command, the Harmony 650 can learn it from your original remote.
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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 650 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. -
Page 27: Step 1- Turn On All Your Devices
Option 3 — Select the input from an on-screen menu In this case, your device uses an on-screen menu from which you can select the input you want. When you press the source button, the menu appears on your TV screen. Then, you use another button on the remote to choose the input you want, and then a third button to select the input. -
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 650
Getting help with your Harmony 650 Contacting Customer Support If you’re experiencing problems and can’t find the solution, our courteous and expert professionals can assist! From your home page, click the Support button located in the Tip Center and then select the Contact Us tab. -
Page 30: Using The On-Remote Help
Using the On-Remote Help When one or more of your devices don’t power on or off, or when they don’t switch inputs correctly, you can use the Help button on the remote for simple troubleshooting. Answer the questions on your Harmony 650 to re-synchronize it with your entertainment system. Using the Help button. -
Page 31: Appendix A - Device Information
Appendix A - Device Information In the Add Devices step of the setup software, you will need to enter information about the components in your entertainment system. Fill out this worksheet to use as your guide. List the entertainment components below that you would like your new remote to control. Device Type Manufacturer Model Number... -
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 views Also referred to as Enhanced for Widescreen, or Enhanced for 16:9. - Page 33 A device that produces the sound or picture, for example, a TV Output Device or speakers. A video format that is used in the UK, and parts of Europe and PAL (Phase Alternating Asia. Line) A device that routes video or audio from one device to another Passthrough device.
- Page 34 Also referred to as a tuner or a receiver. A stereo receiver is any Stereo receiver component that receives or tunes, broadcast signals, or AM/FM radio. Typically refers to the single component that includes a preamplifier, surround processor, multi-channel amplifier, and AM/FM tuner.
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Page 35: Appendix C - Product Specification
Appendix C - Product Specification LCD Size 1.5" Diagonal LCD Resolution 128 x 128 LCD Screen 65,000 Color Power Source AA batteries Brands Supported 5,000+ Devices Supported 200,000+ Maximum number of devices per account Backlit keypad Backlight Color White IR Learning Yes (Up to 200 Khz) Learning Capabilities Any IR Device (Up to 200 Khz) - Page 36 © 2009 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.