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  • Page 1 Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 1001...
  • Page 2 3. Align the cover’s keys with the opening’s holes and press the cover back into place. 4. You will see the Mosaic Welcome screen, followed by the Device screen. USING THE TOUCH SCREEN Mosaic features a Touch Screen that responds to...
  • Page 3 Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 1 Touch Screen Control Device User’s Guide...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CREENS CHAPTER 3: SETTING UP MOSAIC ....21 ..........21 VERVIEW .
  • Page 5 ACRO CHAPTER 5: MOSAIC SYSTEM ....73 ..........73 VERVIEW .
  • Page 6 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Mosaic does not have any user-serviceable parts. Opening the case, except for the battery cover, may cause permanent damage to your Mosaic. For help with upgrading your Mosaic codes via the Internet, see Chapter 5: Mosaic System – About Mosaic on page 82.
  • Page 7 The Mosaic logo is a trademark of Universal Electronics Inc. UEI Technology is a service mark of Universal Electronics Inc. The Universal Electronics logo is a registered trademark of Universal Electronics Inc.
  • Page 8 Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 6 OSAIC NOTES...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Control of up to 15 devices so you can set up any combination of up to 15 device types, complete with appropriate keys per selected device. • Easy device setup so you can program Mosaic by device code, by device search, or by brand, for fast device setup. •...

  • Page 10: Personalization

    Mosaic to fit your specific needs. Personalization features include: •...

  • Page 11: Ergonomic Design

    A large (4.6-inch diagonal) active touch-screen sensory area for easy viewing and selection of keys. • Four wide and narrow LEDs, distributed on Mosaic’s side and top, provide flexible positioning of the remote control and a wide signal transmission range. •...
  • Page 12 ABOUT THIS GUIDE ONVENTIONS CONTINUED OFTWARE ENUS Mosaic software menus are shown in an italic typeface. An example follows: The Device Selection Strip provides device selection. OFTWARE ARDWARE OMMANDS The instructions require the user to tap a soft key or to press a hard key to perform a certain action.

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Getting Started

    Chapter 3: Setting Up Mosaic. ABOUT BATTERIES The Mosaic Touch Screen Control Device is powered by four (4) AA alkaline batteries (not included). In the near future, Universal Electronics plans to offer a version that uses rechargeable NiMH batteries with an optional recharging station.
  • Page 14 3. Align the cover’s keys with the opening’s holes and press the cover back into place. The tab should click when the cover is locked. 4. If the batteries are inserted correctly, the Mosaic Welcome screen will be displayed, followed by the Device screen. After 20 seconds of inactivity, the LCD screen will turn off to conserve battery life.

  • Page 15: Low -Battery Indicator

    TV/VID Prev Enter At this point, only the control functions will work and all of Mosaic’s device set up and personalization parameters will be disabled to prevent accidental loss of any entered commands should the batteries run out. NOTE: As an additional low-battery warning, Mosaic will emit a beep sound (even if the sound is turned off;...

  • Page 16: How To Use Mosaic

    OSAIC HOW TO USE MOSAIC As you study this section, use your Mosaic to get a basic understanding of how it functions. Once you feel comfortable knowing how to use the controls and screens, proceed to the next chapter to set up your new remote control.
  • Page 17 9:07 AM Page 15 ’ UIDE OSAIC IR Learning IR Signal Emitters Stylus Housing Piezo Speaker (for Audio Confirmation) Contrast Control (for Touch Screen) Battery Cover Phono Jack (to release (for future Battery Cover) computer connection) How To Use Mosaic 15...

  • Page 18: Using The Hard Keys

    The most-often used remote control functions are assigned to hard keys (located along Mosaic’s right edge – see the illustration on page 14). After selecting a device on the Device Selection Strip (see next page), use the hard keys as follows: Press VOL+ (or VOL–) to raise (or lower) the volume level of the selected device.
  • Page 19 Page arrows. On a Setup Screen, the screen lists programs in a menu format that allows you to set up devices, personalize Mosaic with favorite settings, or set up Mosaic’s system. continued on next page...
  • Page 20 Contrast Control (see page 15) for best viewing. NOTE: When Mosaic is not in use, the LCD screen will turn off after a preset time to conserve battery life. When activated, Mosaic remembers and displays the last-used screen or menu.
  • Page 21 2. Tap on the appropriate remote control keys to control a desired function. NOTE: The selected device may not respond unless it has been already setup. To setup your entertainment devices, see the instructions in the next chapter. How To Use Mosaic 19...

  • Page 22: Using The Setup Help Screens

    Do not expose Mosaic to extreme temperatures. Keep it away from all heat sources and direct sunlight. • Do not drop Mosaic or drop anything on the touch screen – it is made of glass. • Only use a clean, soft cloth to wipe fingerprints and dust off the touch screen.

  • Page 23: Chapter 3: Setting Up Mosaic

    You’ll also learn how to delete devices you no longer need and to add new codes that have been downloaded. NOTE: If current settings are locked, Mosaic will prompt you to unlock them first, before you access the “SETUP Menu” (see “Chapter 5: Mosaic System – Lock Settings” on page 80).
  • Page 24 3. Tap on the BY BRAND key.You will see the BRAND SET Menu. DEVICE SETUP BRAND SET Welcome to Device Setup! What method Select the device. would you like to use? Tap on BY BRAND BY SEARCH BY CODE TAPE DELETE V.ACC HOME 22 Chapter 3: Setting Up Mosaic...
  • Page 25 Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 23 ’ UIDE 4. Tap on the device key for the device you want to add (e.g., VCR).You will see the BRAND SET Menu (e.g., VCR) that alphabetically lists all available brands. NOTE: Make sure the device you want to add is turned off (i.e., POWER switch is OFF).
  • Page 26 Grandiente Hi_Q Harley_Davidson 7. Aim Mosaic at the desired device (e.g.,VCR) and tap on the PWR key. The device should turn on. If it does not respond, tap on the next device in the list select it and (e.g., VCR 2), then tap on the PWR key again.
  • Page 27 Tap on REPLACE NOTE: If you tap on the REPLACE key instead, Mosaic will ask you to select the device to be replaced and, after your selection, if you want to relabel it. However, if the device to be replaced has programmed keys, Mosaic will first ask if you want to keep or clear the settings.
  • Page 28 Page 26 OSAIC SETUP BY BRAND (continued) 10. Tap on the OK key to confirm your choice. Mosaic will ask if you want to relabel the newly-added device. • To relabel it, tap on the YES key and you will see the LABEL Menu. Follow the procedure that is similar to the one starting with step 3 on page 54 to relabel the key and tap the OK key when you’re done.

  • Page 29: Setup By Search

    UIDE SETUP BY SEARCH As an alternative method, you can use Mosaic’s search program to find the correct manufacturer’s codes to set up your entertainment devices. With this method you first select a device you want to add, then you perform a code test, advancing through one or more types, to find the one that works.
  • Page 30 V.ACC HOME 5. Aim Mosaic at the desired device (e.g.,VCR) and tap on the PWR key. The device should turn on. If it does not respond, advance the code test by tapping on the NEXT key and then tap on the PWR key again. If the device still does not respond, repeat this process, advancing through code tests until you find a code that works.
  • Page 31 Device Selection Strip. NOTE: If you tap on the REPLACE key instead, Mosaic will ask you to select the device to be replaced and, after your selection, if you want to relabel it. However, if the device to be replaced has programmed keys, Mosaic will first ask if you want to keep or clear the settings.
  • Page 32 Selection Strip. Try using the Hard Keys to adjust volume and change channels. Try tapping on the Page Arrows to access other remote control functions and then try tapping on the soft keys on each page to test them. 30 Chapter 3: Setting Up Mosaic...

  • Page 33: Setup By Code

    Mosaic Touch Screen Control Device who are familiar with setting up devices using manufacturer’s 4-digit IR codes. NOTE: Manufacturer’s codes are available for customer access on our web site – see “About Mosaic” on page 82 for details on locating the URL address.
  • Page 34 CODE SETUP ADD/REPLACE menu that lists two choices. NOTE: If the code is not valid, Mosaic will reject it and prompt you to try again. If you make a mistake entering the code, tap the CLEAR key to erase it.
  • Page 35 Device Selection Strip. NOTE: If you tap on the REPLACE key instead, Mosaic will ask you to select the device to be replaced and, after your selection, if you want to relabel it. However, if the device to be replaced has programmed keys, Mosaic will first ask if you want to keep or clear the settings.

  • Page 36: Deletinga Device

    ESC or MUTE for at least 2 seconds to return to the last-displayed Device Screen. • To cancel deleting the selected device, tap on the NO key. Mosaic will return to the Device Selection Strip with no devices selected to start the process over. If you’re done, tap on the ESC to return to the DEVICE SETUP Menu, or press down on ESC or MUTE for at least 2 seconds to return to the last-displayed Device Screen.

  • Page 37: Adding New Codes

    NOTE: This section only applies after you have performed a download of new device codes (see “Chapter 5: Mosaic System – Upgrading Codes” on page 73). After downloading, Mosaic will store the new device codes in memory. An additional soft key, labeled NEW CODES, will appear on the DEVICE SETUP Menu which you will use to find a working code for a selected device.
  • Page 38 ADDING NEW CODES (continued) 4. Tap on the first code in the list (e.g., TV 1), aim Mosaic at the desired device (e.g., televi- sion), and tap on the PWR key. The device should turn on. If it does not respond, tap on the next code in the list (e.g., TV 2), then tap on the PWR key again.
  • Page 39 Page 37 ’ UIDE 7. Tap on the OK key to confirm your choice. Mosaic will ask if you want to relabel the newly-added device. • To relabel it, tap on the YES key and you will see the LABEL Menu. Follow the procedure that is similar to the one starting with step 3 on page 54 to relabel the key and tap the OK key when you’re done.

  • Page 40: About Locking Settings

    OSAIC ABOUT LOCKING SETTINGS After you have set up all the devices for Mosaic to control, we highly recommend locking the settings to keep them from being inadvertently erased or changed. Please refer to Chapter 5: Mosaic System – Lock Settings on page 80 for further instructions.

  • Page 41: Chapter 4: Personalizing Mosaic

    NOTE: Adding delays allow devices to power up to their full operating state. In most cases, 1 to 2 seconds is sufficient, but Mosaic will accept up to 8 seconds and only count it as one keystroke. continued on next page...
  • Page 42 5. Tap on an open Macro key (i.e., a macro key that is not labeled).You will see the ADD MACROS Screen (on shown on the next page) which looks similar to a Device Screen. continued on next page... 40 Chapter 4: Personalizing Mosaic...
  • Page 43 Tap on the 0 key followed by the 3 key to enter channel 3. i. Aim Mosaic at the Cable Box/TV and tap on the TEST key.You should see the LED blink as commands are sent to power on the Cable Box and tune it to channel 28, followed by TV power on and tuning it to channel 3.
  • Page 44 Device Selection Strip. Tap on any empty key to assign it or tap on an existing one to override it. Mosaic will display a confirmation screen. To have it appear on a specific Device Screen, tap on the SPECIFIC DEVICE key.

  • Page 45: Viewing Macros

    Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 43 ’ UIDE IEWING ACROS To see what commands are stored in a macro, perform the following steps: 1. On the Device Screen in the upper left corner, tap on Setup.You will see the main SETUP Menu that greets you and asks,“What would you like to configure? ”...

  • Page 46: Copying Macros

    COPY DELETE DELETE ALL 5. Tap on the macro key you want to copy. Mosaic will ask you where you want to copy the macro. • To have it appear on all Device Screens, tap on the ALL DEVICES key. You will see a row of up to four empty keys appear which correspond to the space directly below Device Selection Strip.

  • Page 47: Deletinga Macro

    The Device Screen will display all keys on all pages for the selected device. Tap on any empty key and Mosaic will display a confirmation screen. NOTE: To return to a previous menu, tap on the ESC key. To return to last-displayed Device Screen, press down on ESC or MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

  • Page 48: Deleting All Macros

    Screen, press down on ESC or MUTE for at least 2 seconds. For Macro help, tap the ? key. 3. Tap on the MACROS key.You will see the main MACROS Menu. 4. Tap on the DELETE ALL key. Mosaic will ask you to confirm your choice (as shown on the next page).

  • Page 49: Using Key Mover

    Tap on DELETE ALL USING KEY MOVER Mosaic also includes our patented Key Mover feature that allows keys to be copied from one device to another, or to a different position in the same device mode. However, there are some considerations: •...
  • Page 50 MOVE DELETE ALL 5. Tap on a desired device key. For our example, tap on the TV key. Mosaic will ask you to choose a key to be moved. 6. Tap on the key you want moved. If needed, tap on the Page Arrow keys to view other pages for the selected device.
  • Page 51 Enter 9. To confirm your choice, tap on the OK key. To cancel the move, tap on the ESC key. 10. After confirming the move, Mosaic will ask if you want to relabel the moved key. • To keep the label the same, tap on the NO key. In our example, we’ll keep the same label, TV/VID.

  • Page 52: Deleting All Moved Keys

    MOVE KEY Screen. • To cancel deletion of all moved keys, tap on the NO key. Mosaic will return to the MOVE KEY Screen. If you want to delete a single move key, see Using View/Delete on page 65.

  • Page 53: Using Learning

    3. Tap on the LEARN key.You will see the LEARN Menu. 4. Tap on the LEARN key again.You will see the Device Selection Strip (as shown on the next page) and Mosaic asks you to choose a device that will be taught. continued on next page ...
  • Page 54 LEARN DELETE ALL 5. Tap on a desired device key. You will see its Device Screen and Mosaic asks you to select a function key that will be learned onto. If needed, tap on the Page Arrow keys to view other pages for the selected device.

  • Page 55: Deleting All Learned Functions

    IR codes were not captured. Mosaic will ask you to repeat the procedure again. 8. Tap on the OK key to accept the capture. Mosaic will ask you if want to relabel the function key (as selected in step 6).

  • Page 56: Labeling Keys

    Page 54 OSAIC LABELING KEYS Mosaic provides a labeling program that you can use to label new device or function keys and relabel existing ones. Here are some considerations: • Mosaic provides a simple alphanumeric keyboard, yet it contains SHIFT, CAPS LOCK, SPACE, and BACKSPACE keys, as well as symbol characters.

  • Page 57: Labeling Function Keys

    • To reenter a character, tap on the <– key. 7. To save your device label, tap on the OK key. Mosaic will show a confirmation mes- sage saying that the label was successfully programmed. NOTE: To return to the LABEL Menu, tap on the ESC key. To return to last-displayed Device Screen, press down on ESC or MUTE for at least 2 seconds.
  • Page 58 VIEW/DELETE HOME THEATER 4. Tap on the FUNCTION KEYS key.You will see the Device Selection Strip, and Mosaic asks you to choose a device that contains the function key(s) you want to relabel. 5. Tap on a desired device key.You will see its Device Screen.
  • Page 59 • To reenter a character, tap on the <– key. 8. To save your function label, tap on the OK key. Mosaic will show a confirmation message saying that the label was successfully programmed. NOTE: To return to the LABEL Menu, tap on the ESC key. To return to last-displayed Device Screen, press down on ESC or MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

  • Page 60: Using Key Magic

    Using Key Magic and our Web site (see Chapter 5: Mosaic System – About Mosaic on page 82), you can obtain a code that you can use to add the advanced feature to the device screen.
  • Page 61 Key Magic information. DELETE ALL 5. Tap on a desired device. Mosaic will ask you to enter the 3-digit Magic Code, as shown on the next page. 6. Make a note of the 4-digit code listed under selected device and call our customer support group (see Chapter 5: Mosaic System –...
  • Page 62 CLEAR 7. Using the keypad, enter the 3-digit code. Mosaic will ask you to test the Key Magic function. Aim Mosaic at the selected device and tap on the TEST key. 8. If the device responds correctly, tap on the OK key.You will see the KEY MAGIC Device Selection Strip and Mosaic will ask on which device you want to store the new function.

  • Page 63: Eleting Ll Ey Agic Unctions

    ESC key to return to the KEY MAGIC Screen. • To cancel deletion of all Key Magic keys, tap on the NO key. Mosaic will return to the KEY MAGIC Screen. If you want to delete a single Key Magic key, see Using View/Delete on page 65.

  • Page 64: Using Volume Lock

    OSAIC USING VOLUME LOCK In its default state, Mosaic allows each device to control its own volume. However, using our Volume Lock feature, you can set Mosaic to conveniently control volume of one or more devices (e.g., Cable Box and VCR) through a single device (e.g., TV).
  • Page 65 If needed, use the scroll up/down arrows in the left column to view additional devices. 8. To save your selections, tap on the OK key. Mosaic will show a confirmation mes- sage saying that your Volume Lock function was successfully programmed.

  • Page 66: Unlocking The Volume

    If needed, use the scroll up/down arrows in the left column to view addi- tional devices. 8. To save your selections, tap on the OK key. Mosaic will show a confirmation mes- sage saying that your Volume Lock function was successfully programmed.

  • Page 67: Using View/Delete

    UIDE USING VIEW/DELETE To help you review what personalized changes have been made, Mosaic includes a pro- gram that allows you to view the functions by device and to selectively delete any one. 1. On the Device Screen in the upper left corner, tap on Setup.You will see the main SETUP Menu that greets you and asks,“What would you like to configure? ”...
  • Page 68 Dly 1s Tap on Dly 2s • To delete a personalized function, tap on the DELETE key. Mosaic will delete it and show a confirmation message saying that you have successfully programmed your personalization function. • To keep a personalized function, tap on the ESC or MUTE key. Mosaic will return to the View/Delete Screen.

  • Page 69: Home Theater

    Although you may think Home Theater is an independent device mode, it is actually a programmed composite of the most-frequently-used home-theater functions taken from the devices configured in Mosaic. This composite screen is accessed via a dedi- cated soft key, labeled THEATER, at the top of of all Device Screens. When it is tapped, Mosaic will display your selected functions including any related macros.
  • Page 70 To make a different selection, tap on the ESC key and repeat this step. THEATER SETUP THEATER SETUP Which device you use for Press OK to save. Video Playback. Tap on device CLEAR (e.g.,VCR). 68 Chapter 4: Personalizing Mosaic...
  • Page 71 Page 69 ’ UIDE 6. To save your selection, tap on the OK key. Mosaic will return to the Theater Setup Screen. 7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 (starting on page 67) for all remaining device categories. When you’re finished, continue onto the next section to program a Home Theater “Power On”...

  • Page 72: Programming The Home Theater Power Macro

    TEST key. If the devices respond incorrectly, tap on the CLEAR key and repeat steps 3 and 4. 5. If the devices do respond correctly, then tap the OK key to save the macro. Mosaic will ask you if you want to relabel the macro.

  • Page 73: Viewing The Home Theater Power Macro

    1. If necessary, perform steps 1 through 3 of Programming Home Theater Devices (on page 67) to view the Theater Setup Menu. 2. In the Program Power Macro sub-menu, tap on the DELETE key. Mosaic will clear the current Power Macro and display a NEW key to create a new macro.
  • Page 74 Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 72 OSAIC NOTES 72 Chapter 4: Personalizing Mosaic...

  • Page 75: Chapter 5: Mosaic System

    Mosaic System OVERVIEW This chapter shows you how to use Mosaic’s system utilities for Upgrading Codes, Touch Screen Alignment, Sound Control, Lock Settings, User Reset, and About Mosaic. At the end of the chapter, you also will find Mosaic’s specifications.
  • Page 76 The LCD and Backlight will be What action turned off during downloading. would you like to perform? Press DOWNLOAD when you’re ready. Press MUTE to abort download anytime. Tap on UPGRADE SOUND ON/OFF DOWNLOAD LOCK SETTINGS USER RESET ABOUT 74 Chapter 5: Mosaic System...
  • Page 77 4. Using your home PC and an Internet browser, connect to the Internet and navigate to our web site (see Chapter 5: Mosaic System – About Mosaic on page 82). Then click on Support and look for the download page. There you will find instructions on selecting a device, setting up the Mosaic for the download, and performing the download.

  • Page 78: Upgrading Codes Using Your Telephone

    2. Perform steps 1 through 3 in the previous section, Upgrading Codes Using Your PC on pages 73 and 74. 3. Call our customer service line (see About Mosaic on page 82) and provide the customer service representative with the information requested in step 1 above.

  • Page 79: Aligning The Lcd

    After Mosaic has been used awhile, a soft key may no longer produce a response when you tap inside a key’s boundary, yet it still works when you tap outside it. To compen- sate for this drift, Mosaic includes a utility program that you can use to align the LCD back to factory specifications.
  • Page 80 ALIGNING THE LCD (continued) 4. Following the instructions, tap on the X on each of the three screens shown below. When the procedure is complete, the LCD will be aligned and Mosaic will return to the System Menu. NOTE: To cancel the procedure at anytime, press the MUTE key.

  • Page 81: Sound Control

    UIDE SOUND CONTROL Mosaic is set at the factory to emit a beep and blink the LED each time you tap a key. To turn the beep sound off (or back on), perform the following procedure: 1. On the Device Screen in the upper left corner, tap on Setup.You will see the main SETUP Menu that greets you and asks,“What would you like to configure? ”...

  • Page 82: Lock Settings

    USER RESET ABOUT • To lock the settings, tap on the LOCK key. Mosaic will lock the settings and return to the last-displayed Device Screen. To unlock the settings, tap on the UNLOCK key. Mosaic will unlock the settings •...

  • Page 83: Resetting The System

    USER RESET ABOUT 4. To erase all user settings, tap on the RESET key. You will hear a beep as Mosaic clears all settings. After a few seconds, Mosaic will show a confirmation message saying that you have successfully programmed your personalization function.

  • Page 84: About Mosaic

    Page 82 OSAIC ABOUT MOSAIC The About Screen lists Mosaic’s software version, the amount of free memory, and contact information for additional help. 1. On the Device Screen in the upper left corner, tap on Setup.You will see the main SETUP Menu that greets you and asks,“What would you like to configure? ”...

  • Page 85: Specifications

    Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 83 ’ UIDE SPECIFICATIONS ATERIALS • Plastics: High-impact polystyrene (HIPS), housing dark gray, four IR emitting LEDs covered with red polycarbonate lens, one visible LED for user feedback • Hard keypad: Compression-molded silicon rubber •...
  • Page 86 Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 84 OSAIC NOTES 84 Chapter 5: Mosaic System...
  • Page 87 Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 85 UICK EFERENCE Stylus (on back) (for Visual (Soft Keys) Confirmation) Remote Control Keys on (Hard Keys) Other Pages BACKLIGHT System Menus On/Off Setup THEATER Home Theater VOLUME Up/Down Scroll for Other Devices...
  • Page 88 Mosaic UG rev2 8/30/01 9:07 AM Page 86 1864 Enterprise Parkway W. Twinsburg, OH 44087 VOICE: (330) 405-8600 FAX: (330) 487-1131 www.uei.com...

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