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Logitech Harmony One User Manual

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  • Page 1 User User Manual Manual Version 1.1 Version 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction .........................5 Getting to know your remote ...................5 How your Harmony One works ..................5 Activities, devices, and inputs ..................5 The buttons on yourHarmony One ................6 What’s on the Harmony One’s screen ................7 Using your Harmony One ....................9 Viewing your touch screen menus ................9 Selecting an Activity ......................9 Switching between Activities ..................9 Turning off your devices ....................9...
  • Page 3 Step 3 — Listen to the sound ..................3 Getting help with your Harmony One ................33 Contacting Customer Support ...................33 Finding answers to questions ..................33 Getting help with your online setup ................33 Using the On-Remote Help ..................34 Logitech’s Harmony Remote user forums ..............34...
  • Page 4 Appendix A - Device Information ..................35 Appendix B - Glossary ......................36 Appendix C - Product Specification ................39...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction The Harmony Advanced Universal Remote is your answer to effortless home entertainment. The Activities button puts control for all your devices in one convenient location. You can go from watching TV to watching a DVD to listening to music with the touch of a button.

  • Page 6: The Buttons On Yourharmony One

    The buttons on your Harmony One The system off button turns off all the devices in the current Activity. The Harmony One’s buttons may have The arrow keys help you page through items on the touch screen. different functions or control different devices The function buttons are dynamic and select different functions depending on which...

  • Page 7: What's On The Harmony One's Screen

    What’s on the Harmony One’s screen Commands common to your Activity When you select an Activity, your Harmony One’s screen displays all the commands related to that Activity, not Watch a DVD 1/2 pages Tue 4:51 just the ones related to the primary device of that Chptr+ Aspect Activity.
  • Page 8 Status icons The status indicator flashes whenever an IR command is being sent from your Harmony One. The battery indicator shows you the status of the battery. To ensure your Harmony stays properly charged, see Charging your My Activities 1/2 pages Tue 4:51 remote.

  • Page 9: Using Your Harmony One

    Using your Harmony One My Activities 1/2 pages Tue 4:51 Viewing your touch screen menus Watch TV The arrow keys help you page through each menu. Watch a DVD The arrow keys illuminate only if there are Listen to Music multiple pages.

  • Page 10: Using The Help Button

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

  • Page 11: Using Your Favorite Channels

    Using your favorite channels To set up your favorite channels, and to add your own icons, go to the Harmony Remote Software: Select the Activities tab. Under Watch TV, click Options. Select Set up Favorite Channels and follow the online instructions. When you have favorite channels set up on your Harmony One, a Favorites button appears at the lower end of your remote’s screen when your’re in the Watch TV Activity.

  • Page 12: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time You can change the date and time that appears on the Harmony One’s screen. To set or change the date and time, follow these steps: To set the date and time on your Harmony: On your Harmony One’s screen, select Options. Select Set the Current Time.

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Harmony One For The First Time

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

  • Page 14: 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: Click Create New Account. 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 15: Setting Up The Devices You Want To Control

    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 One. You should use the Device Worksheet to gather all your device information before starting the setup process.

  • Page 16: Updating The Remote

    Updating the remote After you enter your device and Activity information, the software saves your information. It also transfers the information to your Harmony One. 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 17: Testing Your Setup

    Testing your setup Every time you update your Harmony One, 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 18: 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 One’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 19: 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 20: Changing How Buttons Work In An Activity

    Changing how buttons work in an Activity When you select an Activity, your Harmony One 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 One changes the volume.

  • Page 21: Controlling The Remote Assistant

    Controlling the Remote Assistant The Harmony One’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 22: Personalizing Your Harmony One

    Personalizing your Harmony One You can personalize your Harmony One to make the screen look and act the way you want. Changing the order of Activities on your Harmony One’s screen You can easily change the order in which your Activities appear on your remote’s screen.

  • Page 23: Adding A Slideshow To Your Harmony One's Screen

    When you use your Harmony One to control devices one-by-one, you can customize the commands that appear on the Harmony One’s screen to make the functions you use easiest to find. You can even add the commands you’re missing to your Activities so they’ll always be easily accessible.

  • Page 24: Adding Additional Features To Your Harmony One

    “teach” your Harmony One. 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 25: Types Of Delays Or Speed Settings

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

    Inter-Device Delay The Inter-Device Delay is the amount of time between commands for different devices when you start an Activity. The Inter-Device Delay is also the time between the next sequence of commands that are sent to other devices within an Activity. Example: My DVD player doesn’t always turn on when I start the Activity.

  • Page 27: Maintaining Your Harmony One

    Your Harmony One 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 One. Generally, when you connect your remote to your computer the Harmony Remote Software updates your remote automatically if new firmware is available.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting Problems With Your Harmony One

    Troubleshooting problems with your Harmony One 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 One.
  • Page 29 The On Demand command isn’t on the Harmony One for the Watch TV Activity. • You can map the command to any unused button on the Harmony One 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 One can learn it from your original remote.

  • Page 30: 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 One 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 31: 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 32: Step  - Watch The Tv

    Step  — 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 33: Getting Help With Your Harmony One

    Getting help with your Harmony One 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 More Help button located in the Tip Center and then select the Contact Us tab.

  • Page 34: Using The On-Remote Help

    Harmony One 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’re discussing. Simply go to http://forums.logitech.com/.
  • Page 35 • examples: RC-QN3BK, CT-36XF36C, Explorer 3100, L32 manufacturer and model number. 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 36 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 37 A device that routes video or audio from one device to another Passthrough device. Contains an internal recorder and player that records and plays Personal Video Recorder video without the use of a removable tape or disc. Typically PVRs (PVR) can pause, rewind, instantly replay, and play slow-motion for live or recorded TV.
  • Page 38 Also referred to as a receiver or a stereo receiver. A tuner is any Tuner 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.
  • Page 39 Appendix C - Product Specification LCD Size ." Diagonal LCD Resolution 0 x 176 (QCIF+) LCD Screen 64,000 Color Touch Screen Technology Capacitive Power Source Rechargeable Power Type Lithium Ion Brands Supported 5,000+ Devices Supported 00,000+ Maximum number of devices per account Backlit keypad Backlight Color White or Amber (depending on mode)
  • Page 40 © 2007 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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