Evolve Communications RD5000 manual Connect RemoteLinker* Cable

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Getting Started

Connect RemoteLinker* Cable

Before you connect the RemoteLinker* cable, you should determine the COM port to which you will be attaching the cable. If your computer is on, perform the shutdown procedure recommended by the manufacturer and turn it off. Turn your computer back on after connecting the cable as indicated below.

Connect the small end of the cable to the bottom of your GUIDE Remote.

Connect the large end of the cable to the PC serial port.

Note

If you have more than one serial port, make sure that the RemoteLinker*

 

software is configured to the one that you’re using. To access COM port

 

settings, right-click on the RemoteLinker icon

located in the lower right

 

hand corner of your computer screen. Choose Settings. Select the correct

 

COM port to which you will be connecting the cable and click Apply.

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Contents User’s Manual RD5000 This changes everything!SMTable of Contents FAQ Evolve Guide Remote LCD screen IR lens Speaker Connector port Battery coverIntroduction Evolve Guide RemoteComputer Requirements Computer RequirementsKey Descriptions Key DescriptionsKey Layout Listings, Suggestions, and Reminders Key Function DescriptionsIntroduction Getting Started Activate Remote ControlInstall Batteries Activate Remote ControlPress the Enter key Install RemoteLinker* SoftwareConnect RemoteLinker* Cable Settings, right-click on the RemoteLinker iconActivating and Signing Up Activate Remote Control at WebsiteStart RemoteLinker* Software Initiating Web ActivationSync Remote Control Sync Remote ControlEnter your Password Highlight Setup a Device and press the Select key Setup Remote ControlSetup a TV Press the Down Arrow key to read all the text Read and followInstructions on the screen For this example, we will setup a VCR Setup DevicesHighlight Setup a Device Select key If the keys you want to test Access the ExtendedSelect key. repeat step To test the next codePress the Advanced key to Access the ExtendedArrow key to access When you’re finished testingRemoved Remove a DeviceHighlight Remove a Device Device has beenCable box + TV Or Cable box + TV + VCR Satellite receiver Setup DirecTuneDetermining DirecTune* Device Cable boxPress the Right Arrow key to continue Setup DirecTune* DeviceHighlight Setup DirecTune Device and press Highlight your DirecTuneFunction is Select Press 2 + 3 + Enter , go toGo to step For this example, the OtherKey. repeat step DirecTune setup is completeTest the CHAN+ / CHAN- key To stepProgram Rating Using the RemoteInteractivity Key Symbols Channel ScreenChanging Modes Changing ModesSuggestions Using the Guide KeyUsing the Guide Key Channel Number Program ListingsPress the Left / Right Arrow Browsing and TuningProgram Listings Press the Up / Down ArrowTime Quick Browse Quick BrowseChannel Quick Browse Up / Down Arrow key and a channel popup will appearProgram Descriptions Accessing and TuningDescriptions Press the Select key to tune to a highlighted show Press the Down Arrow key to access the Suggestions listSuggestions Tune to the highlighted show Press the Down Arrow key to access the listReminders Reminders NotificationPersonal Reminders Accessing the Reminders ListInteractivity Keys Using Interactivity KeysUsing Interactivity Keys CLIP, WIN, SHOP, or Info Interactivity OffersRequesting Web Offers Look for Interactivity KeyPress the Vote key Express Your Opinion with the Vote KeyBrowsing Interactivity Offers Menu Screen Using the Menu KeyUsing the Menu Key About Remote Remote SupportHelp TourPress the Select key Press the Menu key and Select Remote Settings Time and DateTime and Date Highlight Set Time and DateExtended Function Screen Using the Advanced KeyUsing the Advanced Key Press the Advanced key Accessing the Extended Function ScreenKey to access the previous or Send a command toInformational Using the Light KeyUsing the Light Key / Promo Screens Promo ScreensPromo Screens Channel TuningRequest a Link Request an EmailBrowsing Promos Channel Promo screensNo DirecTune* Device Found Please setup DirecTuneTime and Date Reset Alert ScreensEnd of TV Listings Sorry, Offers Have ExpiredSorry, Requests Are Full Sorry, TV Listings Have ExpiredView Device Settings / View DirecTune Settings Advanced SettingsView Device Settings View DirecTune* SettingsHighlight a Method and press Adjust DirecTune* MethodPress the Right Arrow key when you are finished testing Adjust DirecTune MethodIs complete Adjusting DirecTune MethodHighlight a speed and press Adjust DirecTune* SpeedAdjust DirecTune Speed Adjusting the DirecTune method. see Channel Key Settings Channel Key SettingsHighlight Yes or No and press the Select key Channel Key Settings are complete Press the Right Arrow keyAdd or Clear Channel Lock Add or Clear Channel LockComplete Channel Lock set up isHighlight the device you want To set Channel Lock onAdd or Clear Volume Lock Add or Clear Volume LockHighlight a device you want to Set Volume Lock onVolume Lock set up is Display is blank TroubleshootingDevices do not respond to commands GeneralSyncing Setting upHow often should I sync my remote to update my TV Listings? What is my DirecTune* device?Remote is in VCR mode, but where are the VCR keys? Why are there no program titles in the Program Listings?64 FAQ Remote Settings Advanced Settings View DirecTune DeviceTechnical Specifications SpecificationsLicense Agreement License AgreementSoftware License Agreement License Agreement License Agreement Privacy Policy Privacy PolicyPrivacy Policy Summary Index IndexChannel Quick Browse, 30 Index Index Service SafetyEvolve Guide Remote* User’s Manual Limited WarrantyService and Customer Support Contact Exclusions and LimitationsTechnology Drive, Suite Irvine, CA Evolve Communications, Inc
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