Universal Remote Control MX-500TM Operating Manual page 51

Memory backup: The MX-500 can retain its programming
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information for an indefinite amount of time without
batteries installed. Remotes that do not feature this may
have their programming erased when changing batteries.
Operating distance: The distance from which a remote
control can still reliably operate devices. The average
infrared range is thirty feet, although the MX-500 is
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capable of greater distances.
Page: Refers to a single screen of buttons or information
displayed on the LCD panel.
Pause: See Delay.
Power off: A feature used by many LCD remote controls
to save battery power, it represents entering a "standby"
mode after a certain length of inactivity. The MX-500
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uses very little power with the LCD screen on, so the
screen remains on at all times.
Preprogrammed: Indicates a library of infrared codes
built in to a particular remote. This feature allows a remote
to control your equipment without needing to learn
individual signals, or replace a particular remote that is lost
or broken. The database used for the preprogrammed
Device codes may not be able to control all your devices.
In this case you can simply use the learning capabilities of
the remote.
Punch Through: A term coined to represent the ability to
use certain functions from one device under another. For
instance, when a remote is set to the "Television" device,
the transport keys may be "punched through" to operate the
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