Lexicon RV-8 manual Appendix C, Macro Operations

RV-8 Appendix C

MACRO OPERATIONS

A “macro” is a series of commands that can be sent out with the push of a single button. Any function available on an original remote control or in the preprogrammed database can be added to a macro to completely automate what would normally be done by pushing buttons one at a time. A macro can be configured to power on a TV or projector, RV-8, and RT-10 Disc Player, change to the appropriate inputs and outputs, dim lights and start a movie. It can be as simple or as comprehensive as desired. There are two types of buttons that can be used for macro operations: M1, M2, M3; POWER and SYSTEM OFF Buttons, as well as the programmable device buttons.

The M1, M2 and M3 are called ”system-wide” buttons because they send out the same signal no matter what device is currently controlled. The POWER and SYSTEM OFF buttons can be made “system-wide” if they are programmed with macros.

Note:

Programming the POWER or SYSTEM OFF buttons with a macro overrides the preprogrammed or learned code on the button.

See page C-10 for further information. Each of these five buttons is designed to be able to send out a series of up to 20 commands that are programmed into the buttons. One common use is to turn on and turn off all A/V components with one button press. Device buttons can be programmed with any macro sequence desired.

The remote has 10 device buttons which can send out a series of up to 20 programmed commands when pressed for more than one second. These buttons are commonly used in sending audio input codes when you press the button to go to a device. The audio receiver would make an automatic input switch according to the device button pressed. However, these buttons can be programmed with any desired macro.

Up to 50 favorite channel buttons can be programmed into the RV-8 remote. Each of these buttons can send out up to 10 commands. Refer to “Programming Favorite Channels” on page 9 for more information.

Note:

The last Device selected will remain active when on the HOME page and will be shown at the bottom of the LCD screen. For example, if you are using “TV” and then return to the HOME page, the hard buttons remain in TV mode. The LCD buttons only change when another device is selected.

The remote can be set up to operate audio component volume control buttons (UP, DOWN and MUTE) while all the other buttons control other equipment. The remote can also be set up to operate channel control and transport functions (PLAY, STOP, REWIND, FAST FORWARD, SKIP-, SKIP+, PAUSE and RECORD buttons) from VCR, DVD, LD, CD or any other mode while all other buttons in the remote control are controlling other components. See page C-12for more information.

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