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Microsoft Remote Control and Receiver User Manual

Microsoft Remote Control and Receiver
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Remote Control and Receiver
for Media Center PC
with Windows
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0604 Part No. X10-72491
X1072491cvr.indd 6/29/2004, 3:25 PM1

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Microsoft Remote Control and Receiver Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMicrosoft
ModelRemote Control and Receiver
CategoryRemote Control
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings

Insert Batteries

Battery Compartment Cover

Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing its release and lifting up.

Battery Orientation

Insert batteries correctly orienting the positive (+) and negative (-) ends as specified by the labels.

Replace Cover

Replace the battery compartment cover after inserting batteries.

Position the Receiver

Optimal Placement Guidelines

Maintain distance, unobstructed line of sight, and avoid direct light on the IR sensor.

Connect the Receiver

USB Connection

Plug the rectangular universal serial bus (USB) connector into your computer's USB port.

Connect IR Emitter

Emitter Placement

Insert emitter cable into receiver and affix emitter to set-top box IR sensor lens.

Using the Remote Control

Button Types

Identifies five types of buttons: Navigation, Playback, AV/Power, Numeric Keypad, Teletext/Fasttext.

Navigation Buttons

Start Media Center

Use START button to launch Media Center or access the Start menu.

Directional Navigation

UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT buttons for moving between items and menus.

Select and Back

OK button selects active item, BACK button returns to the previous screen.

Information Button

MORE button displays information about the selected item.

Playback Controls

Play and Skip

PLAY starts media; SKIP advances to next song/29 seconds.

Replay and Stop

REPLAY goes back; STOP halts playback. PLAY restarts.

Pause and Record

PAUSE temporarily stops media; RECORD saves TV shows.

Rewind, Fast Forward, Mute

REW/FWD control playback speed; MUTE silences audio.

Volume Control

VOL +/- buttons adjust audio volume.

AV and Power Buttons

Volume and Channel Control

VOL +/-, CH+/PG+/CH-/PG- buttons manage volume and channel.

Mute and Guide

MUTE silences audio. GUIDE accesses the Electronic Programming Guide.

Live TV and Recorded TV

LIVE TV switches to live programming. RECORDED TV goes to the recorded TV page.

DVD Menu and Standby

DVD MENU accesses DVD menus. PC button puts computer in standby.

TV Button Functionality

The TV button can be programmed to learn commands for controlling the TV.

Numeric Keypad Usage

Text Entry

Use keypad with ENTER/CLEAR for alphanumeric text and channel entry.

Character Scrolling

Press keys to scroll through available characters; press ENTER to confirm.

Teletext and Fastext Features

Display Teletext Home Page

Press TELETEXT button to display Page 100 (teletext home page).

Access Specific Teletext Pages

Enter three-digit page numbers using the numeric keypad.

Navigate Teletext Pages

Use UP/DOWN buttons to move between teletext pages.

Use Fastext Buttons

Colored buttons correspond to TV's Fastext for preset pages.

Remote Control Learning Functionality

Programmable Buttons

TV, VOL +/– buttons can learn IR commands from other remotes.

Programming Procedure

Steps to program buttons by aligning remotes and pressing key combinations.

Restore Default Settings

Reset the remote to default settings by holding DVD MENU and LEFT buttons.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Backlighting

Check batteries, orientation, and ensure buttons are pressed correctly.

Buttons Respond But No Action

Verify remote is pointed at receiver, IR sensor is clear, and Media Center is active.

Remote Not Turning TV On/Off

Ensure correct button pressed, TV remote works, and learning function was used.

Microsoft Product Support

General Support Steps

Check system requirements, read manual, visit Microsoft Hardware website.

Support Info Online

Visit support.microsoft.com for help in the US and Canada.

Phone Support

Contact Microsoft support via phone for US and Canada.

International Technical Support

Argentina Support

Contact details for customer service and technical support in Argentina.

Australia Support

Contact details for technical support in Australia.

Bolivia Support

Contact details for customer service and technical support in Bolivia.

Brazil Support

Contact details for telephone and fax support in Brazil.

International Technical Support (Continued)

Germany Support

Contact details for standard support and general information in Germany.

Japan Support

Contact details for Microsoft Support Contact Center in Japan.

Mexico Support

Contact details for desktop OS, dev tools, and customer support in Mexico.

New Zealand Support

Contact number for technical support in New Zealand.

International Technical Support (Continued)

Uruguay Support

Contact details for technical support and customer service in Uruguay.

Venezuela Support

Contact details for telephone, fax, and email support in Venezuela.

Patent Information

Regulatory Compliance

FCC and ICES Compliance

Digital apparatus complies with FCC rules and Canadian ICES-003/RSS-210.

Operating Environment

Device rated for commercial operation at +41°F to +95°F (+5°C to +35°C).

Important Battery Information

Battery Type Recommendation

Use only AA (LR6) Alkaline, Carbon-Zinc, or Zinc-Chloride batteries.

General Battery Precautions

Keep away from children, insert correctly, do not mix types, dispose properly.

Special Battery Precautions

Do not install incorrectly, open, puncture, heat, or use fire for disposal.

Limited Warranty

Express Warranty Terms

Microsoft warrants substantial conformity for the warranty period, subject to terms.

Warranty Period

Three (3) years for Remote Control and Receiver for Media Center PC with Windows®.

Exclusive Remedy

Repair or replacement of defective hardware device or refund up to purchase price.

Limited Warranty

Exclusion of Other Damages

Excludes liability for consequential, incidental, indirect, special, or punitive damages.

Exclusions from Coverage

Warranty void if used commercially, modified, damaged by misuse, or not used as instructed.

Governing Law and Forum

Specifies governing law (Washington State for US) and exclusive jurisdiction for disputes.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Instructions for contacting Microsoft and submitting proof of purchase for service.

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