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Universal Remote Control Complete Control MX-980 User Manual

Universal Remote Control Complete Control MX-980
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CCP Programming Manual
MX-980 Color LCD Wand Remote

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Universal Remote Control Complete Control MX-980 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeUniversal Remote Control
BrandUniversal Remote Control
ModelComplete Control MX-980
DisplayLCD
Display Size2.4 inches
BacklightYes
IR RangeUp to 30 feet
Backlit ButtonsYes
Macro CommandsYes
ConnectivityRF, IR
Control MethodButtons, Touchscreen
Battery TypeLithium Ion
Compatible DevicesTVs, Audio Receivers, Blu-ray Players, etc.

Summary

Introducing CCP

CCP - The Complete Control Program for MX-980

Overview of CCP for MX-980 and its interface.

Main Menu and Toolbar

Explanation of the CCP interface's main menu and toolbar.

House Designer and Model Designer Tree Views

Tree views for system configuration in CCP.

MX-980 Simulator View

Interface for simulating remote control actions.

Properties/Tool Window

Window for viewing and editing button properties and tools.

Macro Window

Area for creating and editing macros.

New Features Overview

Overview of CCP New Features

Highlights new functionalities and improvements in CCP.

CCP Configuration Workflow

Configuring Home in House Designer

Setting up rooms and devices within House Designer.

System Configuration Window

Managing rooms, base stations, and remotes.

Installing CCP

Installing CCP on Vista or XP PCs

Steps to install CCP on Windows and set up ActiveSync.

Personal Computer Requirements

Necessary computer hardware and OS for CCP installation.

CCP and Microsoft ActiveSync Installation

Steps to install CCP and its companion software.

ActiveSync Setup Wizard

Guide for setting up the ActiveSync program.

Get Connected Window

Window for establishing connection with mobile devices.

Keeping Database Up to Date with Live Update

Using Live Update for software and IR database updates.

Customizing the Workspace

CCP Interface Overview

Overview of CCP's interface elements like menu and windows.

Workspace Window Management

Resizing, moving, and grouping CCP windows.

Default Layout and Resetting

Description and restoration of the standard CCP window arrangement.

Window Auto-Hide Features

Using float, dock, auto-hide, and hide functionalities for windows.

Programming Tips and Workflow

Program Menu Workflow

Following the Program Menu sequence for best results.

Saving and Reusing Device Files

Archiving and importing customized device files.

Creating a New System File

File Management Options

Managing CCP files: creating, opening, uploading.

Step-by-Step New File Creation

Detailed guide for creating a new system file.

Adding Base Stations and RF Configuration

Configure Home with Base Stations

Adding base stations into rooms in House Designer.

Setting Base Station Properties

Configuring properties for base stations.

Model Property Configuration

Setting RF ID, Name, and Port Information.

Saving the Configuration File

Saving the system configuration using "Save As".

MX-980 New Features

Undo Functionality

Using Control+Z for undo functionality.

Function View for Macros

Speeding up macro programming with function view.

Create and Name Devices Window

Window for creating and naming devices.

Create & Edit Layouts Window

Tool for creating and editing button layouts.

Introducing MX-980

OpenArchitecture and Color Features

MX-980's color capabilities and architecture.

LCD Button Artwork

Artwork placement for LCD buttons.

Built-in Programmer Templates

Using pre-built templates for programming.

CCP MX-980 Editor Window

Main Menu and Toolbar

Overview of the editor's main interface.

Simulator and Page View Area

The simulator and page view interface.

Properties, Tool Window, Macro Window

Dockable windows for editing.

Programming Overview

Managing CCP Files

Creating, opening, and uploading CCP configuration files.

Saving and Renaming Files

Using "Save As" to rename configuration files.

Using the Program Menu

Navigating the CCP programming workflow.

Editing Layouts with Page View and Shortcuts

Modifying layouts using page view and shortcuts.

Importing and Reusing Customer Files

Importing and reusing customer configuration files.

Device Management in CCP

Create and Name Devices Window

Interface for creating and naming devices.

Device Icon Styles

Choosing icon styles for devices.

Creating Button Layouts

Device Creation Prerequisite

Requirement to create devices before adding pages.

Using the Create & Edit Layouts Window

Tool for creating and editing button layouts.

Button Layout Customization

Selecting Matching Button Layouts

Choosing the correct button layout for a device.

Adding or Overwriting Pages

Adding new pages or updating existing ones.

Utilizing the IR Database

Applying IR Command Sets

Assigning IR command sets to devices.

Brand and Model Selection

Selecting the brand and model of a component.

Selecting Devices and IR Data

Choosing devices and component categories for IR data.

IR Database Model Selection and Testing

Model Numbers and Inclusive Code Sets

Selecting exact models or inclusive code sets.

Testing IR Codes

Verifying IR commands using the test function.

IR Database Operations

Continuing Device Programming

Progressing through devices using NEXT DEVICE.

Testing Codes on the MX-980

Testing IR commands on the remote.

Finding Discrete Commands

Discrete vs. Toggle Commands

Understanding the difference between discrete and toggle commands.

Using IR Database Navigator

Locating discrete commands with the navigator.

IR Database Navigator Usage

Selecting IR Data, Brand, Model

Selecting IR data, brand, and model for commands.

Dragging Commands to Buttons

Moving IR commands to simulator buttons.

Universal Browser for IR Commands

Universal Browser for IR Commands

Importing learned IR codes via the Universal Browser.

Universal Browser Navigation

Using Tree View and Panel View in the browser.

Universal Browser Command Transfer

Navigating Tree View in Universal Browser

Using Tree View to find commands.

Identifying Command Types

Understanding Trigger, Learned, Pre-Programmed, Macro flags.

Test All Commands and Relabel

Arranging Buttons with ALT and SHIFT

Rearranging buttons using keyboard modifiers.

Downloading and Testing Buttons

Downloading, testing, and arranging buttons.

Button Arrangement and Labeling

Window Menu for Page Views

Controlling open pages using the Window menu.

Swapping Button Actions and Labels

Rearranging button labels and actions without swapping artwork.

Labeling Buttons

Typing text into the Normal Text window for labels.

Command Testing and Page Management

Repeating Command Tests

Continuing tests and editing pages as needed.

Hiding Pages in Page View

Making pages inaccessible to the end-user.

Learning IR Codes

Tips for Learning from Unusual Devices

Techniques for learning codes from tricky devices.

Learning Individual IR Codes

Method for learning individual IR codes.

IR Code Learning Process

Selecting Buttons for Learning

Choosing buttons on the simulator for IR learning.

Using the Learn Tab

Activating the learning process via the Program menu.

Testing Learned Codes

Verifying learned IR commands.

Advanced Learning Techniques

DoubleTap Learning Method

Using the DoubleTap method for specific protocols.

Saving Learned Commands

Clicking SAVE to store learned IR commands.

Batch Learning Buttons Quickly

Efficiently learning multiple buttons.

Monitoring the Learning Process

Watching the Learning Window

Monitoring the learning process status.

Skipping and Testing Buttons

Skipping buttons or testing codes.

Advanced IR Code Manipulation

Downloading and Testing Codes

Downloading codes and testing their functionality.

Adjusting Minimum Repeat Setting

Modifying repeat settings for IR commands.

Sustaining IR Commands in Macros

Creating Sustained IR Commands in Macros

Adjusting repeat settings for sustained IR output.

Testing IR Codes After Repeat Changes

Verifying IR codes after adjusting repeats.

Macro Programming Fundamentals

Bullet Proof vs. Point N Pray Macros

Creating reliable macros versus those prone to failure.

Workarounds for Missing Discrete Codes

Strategies for missing discrete codes.

TV Input Workarounds

Strategies for managing TV inputs.

Using the Macro Window

Macro Window Overview

Controlling macro recording and editing.

Basic Macro Steps

Record, Stop, Delete steps for macro editing.

Advanced Macro Step Types

If/Else, Toggle, Delay, Jump To, Text steps.

Programming System Power On Macros

Creating System Power On Macros

Creating macros for powering on systems.

Macro Programming Steps

Sequencing System Power On

Sequencing power on for multiple components.

Configuring Activity Inputs

Configuring inputs for favorite activities.

Creating Jump Steps

Creating jump steps to specific pages.

Macro Delay and Testing

Setting Macro Delays

Adding and configuring delay steps in macros.

Testing Macros with Delays

Verifying macro functionality with delays.

Macro Programming Techniques

Programming Power Off Macros

Creating macros for powering off devices.

Copying Macros for Activity Macros

Reusing programmed macros.

The Macro Window

Opening the Macro Window

Accessing the macro editing window.

Macro Step Toolbar Buttons

Explanation of buttons in the macro toolbar.

OpenArchitecture Macro Modes

Three Unique Macro Modes

Overview of Normal, Press Time, and Variable modes.

Setting Macro Mode for Buttons

Configuring macro modes for buttons.

Advanced Macro Modes

Press Time Mode

Using press time for conditional macros.

Variable Mode

Utilizing variables for conditional macros.

Macro Programming Examples

Variable Example for TV Warm-up

Using variables for timed device operations.

Understanding Aliases

Defining and using aliases for macro steps.

Recording Macro Steps

Steps to record macros.

Macro Editing and Function View

Deleting a Macro Step

Removing steps from a macro.

Utilizing Function View for Macros

Speeding up macro programming with function view.

Sounds and Images

Setting Default Sound

Configuring default button sounds.

Using the Sound Gallery

Importing and using sound files.

Using the Image Gallery

Image Gallery Overview

Using images instead of text for buttons.

Dragging Images to Buttons

Replacing button art by dragging images.

Editing Image Galleries

Accessing and viewing image galleries.

MX-980 Programming Manual - Image Conventions

Pressed and Unpressed Icon Images

Using normal and pressed image states.

Speeding up Create & Name Device Window

Optimizing the device window for performance.

RF Control

Programming Punch Through

Setting functions to punch through to other devices.

The RF Control Window

Overview of Basic RF Options

Modifying RF properties for MX-6000.

Overview of Receiver RF Options

Configuring receiver and port settings.

Windows, Menus, Tools and Definitions

Universal Browser Window Overview

Importing learned IR and database codes.

Universal Browser Navigation

Using Tree View and Panel View in the browser.

Working with Hex Codes

Entering and using Pronto Hex Codes.

Finishing the Program

Downloading to the Remote Control

Steps for transferring configuration to the MX-980.

Using the Setup Menu

Accessing and configuring MX-980 settings.

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