Logitech 1100i user manual Appendix B Glossary

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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. The process that horizontally shrinks a 16:9 image into a
	4:3 space to convert images between widescreen and typical
	television image aspect ratio. Used on many DVDs.
Aspect ratio	The ratio of image width to image height. Common motion-
	picture ratios are 1.85:1 and 2.35:1. Television screens are
	usually 1.33:1 (also known as 4:3). HDTV is 1.78:1, or 16:9.
A/V switch	A device with several audio and video source inputs that sends a
	selected audio/video source input signal to an output device like
	speakers or a TV.

DLP® (Digital Light Processing)

DVD recorder (DVR)

Projector screen technology that relies on using individually controlled tiny mirrors (micro mirrors) to produce an image. Developed originally by Texas Instruments.

A standalone unit that resembles and functions very much like a VCR. Like a VCR, DVD recorders all have AV source inputs. It can also record TV shows.

HDTV (High Definition

Television)

Light controller

Mini-system

NTSC (National

Television System(s)

Committee)

The high-resolution form of television. HDTV has 1125 lines of resolution, or more than five times the video information than that of a TV set, creating a much crisper, more detailed picture.

A device that is connected to a set of lights and allows the lights to be powered or dimmed remotely.

A single unit that is some combination of the functionality of a DVD, VCR, radio, and amplifier.

The standard video broadcast format used in North America.

Output Device

PAL (Phase Alternating Line)

A device that produces the sound or picture, for example, a TV or speakers.

A video format that is used in the UK, and parts of Europe and Asia.

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Contents User Manual Contents Figuring out which inputs your system uses Troubleshooting problems with your HarmonyActivities, devices, and inputs How your Harmony 1100i worksButtons on your Harmony Navigation icons What’s on the Harmony 1100i screen Status icons AB CSelecting an Activity Switching between ActivitiesTurning off your devices Using the Help button Charging your remote Controlling your devices individuallyOverview of the setup process Setting up your Harmony 1100i for the first timeGathering your device information Locating manufacturer and model number on your devicesClick Create New Account Connecting your Harmony 1100i to your computerSetting up Activities for your Harmony Setting up the devices you want to controlAdding new devices at a later time Updating the remote Testing your setup -- Starting an Activity Testing your setupTesting your setup -- Switching between Activities Adding and changing your Activities Changing your setupRenaming an Activity Adding and changing your devicesAdding an extra device passthrough to an Activity No picture? No sound? No problemCustomizing the on-remote help Select the Remote Settings tab Click Display SettingsControlling the Remote Assistant Smart HelpPage Click Re-order Activities Select Set up Favorite ChannelsClick Customize Buttons Favorite channel iconsNaming buttons that appear on the remote’s screen Click the Remote Settings tab Click Set Up a SlideshowSetting a background Changing the backlight settingsSelect Remote Settings Select Backlight Select the Remote Settings tab Select Set a backgroundNaming a new command your remote learned Adding additional features to your HarmonyNaming conventions Power On Delay Types of delays or speed settingsInter-Key Delay Input DelayInter-Device Delay Adjusting the delay between IR commands speed settingsSelect Adjust the delays speed settings RepeatsMaintaining your Harmony Testing your remote settings after a remote upgradeTV doesn’t go to the right input when starting Activities Troubleshooting problems with your HarmonyPage Option 2 Several source buttons Option 1 One source buttonOption 3 Select the input from an on-screen menu Turn on all your devicesOption 4 Select the source from a list Listen to the sound Watch the TVGetting help with your Harmony remote Getting help with your online setupContacting Customer Support Finding answers to questionsLogitech’s Harmony Remote user forums Using the On-Remote HelpAppendix a Device Information Appendix B Glossary Pre-amplifier Pre-amp Sound Processing Passthrough Personal Video Recorder PVRReceiver Stereo receiver Tuner Power strip Appendix C Product Specification