FAQs - All FAQs
No LED on remote?
Replace batteries with (4) new AAA alkaline batteries.
We do not recommend the use of 'rechargeable' batteries
in the remotes.
LED blinks when I hit a key, but not
twice when I try to program the remote?
TAP the DEVICE (TV, VCR, CABLE, etc.) button and release
HOLD DOWN the SETUP button until TWO blinks - release
ENTER 9-9-2 (two blinks)
TAP the DEVICE (TV, VCR, CABLE, etc.) button TWO times
(two blinks)
Now try reprogramming the setup code for your device.
Volume not working on cable box or
VCR?
Some cable boxes and VCR's do not have volume functions
at all. Be sure that you have your TV programmed to
the remote, and use the VOLUME PUNCH THRU instructions
in your manual or on the website to duplicate the volume
functions on the cable box or VCR.
Volume not working on a CD, cassette,
LD, or DVD player?
Many of these devices do not have their own volume control,
but depend on an amplifier or receiver for volume. Use
the 'KEY MOVER' instructions in your manual or on the
website to transfer the volume control.
Not able to directly access channels
using numbers (0-9)?
Some cable converters and TV's require the user to hit
an ENTER button after the number button to "lock
in" the channel. Universal remote requires the
same sequence.
CH +/- and PREV CH not working on your
RCA TV?
If there are no CH +/- buttons on the front of the TV
set, due to RCA design (1983-1987), only the original
remote will perform these functions.
Not able to access all the available
channels on my TV or VCR?
Many TV's or VCR's require you to 'auto program' the
channels if there has been a power failure or other
interruption of service. Also, if you are receiving
CABLE with out the use of a cable converter, you may
have to switch the TV or VCR to CATV mode in order to
pick up the signal correctly. The instructions for these
are in the manual for your TV or VCR. After finding
the correct procedure for your particular device, use
the corresponding keys on the remote to duplicate the
procedure from your TV or VCR manual.
No picture on TV when using a cable
converter?
Be sure the TV is on the correct channel (usually 3
or 4) so it can receive a signal from the cable converter
. Remember to ONLY change channels on the cable box
or you will lose the signal.
Distance from remote to equipment?
For the best results, remote must be within 12ft. of
your equipment before using the remote.
*** URC-9800 IR/RF remote - for best results, "Command
Center" box should be within 12 ft. of equipment,
at table height. Remote should work through walls up
to 50 ft. from "Command Center". Metal in
walls, (ex. pipes, heating or air conditioning ducts
or metal studs), may affect distance. Experiment with
position of the "Command Center" to get the
maximum effect.
POWER function not working on VCR,
Cassette, CD, LD, or DVD ?
Many of these devices did not have a POWER function
on the original remote. To test the code for these,
have the player ON, a TAPE or DISC in the player, and
test using either the PLAY or STOP function.
POWER function not working on a TUNER
or AMPLIFIER?
Some TUNER/AMPS turn ON using one of the INPUT (TUNER,
CD, DVD, etc.) buttons with the original remote. If
the INPUT button is not on the face of the remote, contact
the Customer Service department at ofausa
support for instructions.
POWER not working on the 0176 TUNER
code?
The original remote for this code had separate "ON"
and "OFF" buttons. Our remotes have the "OFF"
button mapped to the POWER button. You will need to
program the 248 code for "ON" to another key
using the "KEY MAGIC" instructions for advanced
functions.
My VCR does not operate with the setup
code provided ?
Some VCR's can be switched from a VCR1 to a VCR2 (or
more) mode. This function allows you to use more than
one of the same model VCR, (for instance for copying
tapes), without accidentally performing a function on
both units at the same time. There are separate setup
codes for each of the modes on the remote (for instance:
RCA VCR 0060/0202 = VCR1/VCR2).
Try all of the codes for the brand of VCR you have to
find the one that corresponds to your unit and mode.
VCR not recording?
As a safety feature on our remotes, you must press the
REC button two times in order to start recording .
Problems with a TV/VCR combo?
All of the TV/VCR combinations perform POWER, CH +/-
, and the VCR functions using a VCR setup code. These
will be found in your manual or at our website.
Some TV/VCR combinations need a separate TV code or
special programming to get the VOLUME functions. If
you are experiencing problems, contact the Customer
Service department at ofausa support
for assistance.
'SLEEP' button on remote not working
sleep timer on device?
Remote controls with 'SLEEP' function are programmed
to first look for the 'SLEEP' function within the setup
code for the device. If there is none there, then the
remote will default to the 'built in' sleep timer. Some
devices that did not
originally have a 'SLEEP' function operate everything
else using a setup code that does contain such a function.
The remote is obeying it's programming by trying in
vain to activate the 'SLEEP' function from the code.
It does not 'know' the device is failing to respond
so it cannot give up and default to the 'built in' sleep
timer.
The URC-8090/9800 'HOME PRODUCER 8'
IR/RF remote is not working my device?
If your device uses an RF original remote, the One For
All remote will not be able to control it. Our remotes
are designed to operate infra-red controllable equipment.
The RF component in the URC-8090/9800 remote is only
to extend the distance the remote will work infrared
equipment.
The remote sends the RF signal to the "command
center" box which translates it into IR to operate
the equipment. As far as we know, there are no 'universal'
RF remotes.
The URC-5061 'One For All 5' remote
with the 'Finder' is constantly beeping without using
the transmitter?
Your remote is receiving radio frequency signals, possibly
from outside your home, that it is interpreting as prompts
to activate the 'Finder'. Possible sources for the signals
are police/fire/ambulance dispatch stations, airport
flight control, or ham radio/CB operators. There is
no way to shield the remote from these signals, or disable
the 'Finder' without disabling the whole remote. The
best solution is to replace the remote with a different
model.
The remote does not perform all of
the functions of the original using the keys available?
Some of the remotes can be customized using 'advanced
function codes' available through ofausa
support .
The code for my device is not in the
remote?
New electronic devices are released into the retail
market constantly. We are proud to have the largest
library of IR codes in the world, but sometimes a remote
is on the retail shelf just before a new device becomes
available so it's chip doesn't have the brand new code.
If you have a new device that is not listed or does
not work with the codes provided for that brand, contact
us so we can recommend a remote that will operate your
device.
What is the warranty on your remotes?
The legally binding limited warranty for your remote
is printed in the original instruction manual that came
with your remote control. Generally, if your remote
does not operate the basic functions of your devices,
you can return it to the
retailer where it was purchased within the 90 day warranty
period. You will need a proof of purchase, (sales receipt),
and the remote will have to be in it's original condition
(all parts including instruction manual). Individual
retailers and municipalities may have more or less stringent
rules concerning returns.
We hope that you will take advantage of every opportunity
for customer support before you decide to return your
remote.
Any questions not covered in the instruction manual
or on the website?
Contact us at ofausa support
for assistance.
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