Philips Consumer Lifestyle RC5200 RC5200 User Manual manual

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?RC5200 User GuideAutomating YourHome TheaterWith TheMarantz RC5200
?Automating Your Home Theater With The Marantz RC5200 RC5200 Remote Control User GuideThe information in this manual is copyright-protected. No part of this manual may becopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Marantz America,Inc.MARANTZ AMERICA, INC. CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOROMISSIONS OR FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS CONTAINED IN THISMANUAL. MARANTZ AMERICA, INC. SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FORINCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THESUPPLYING OR USE OF THIS INFORMATION. MARANTZ AMERICA, INC. SHALLNOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGESRESULTING FROM THE PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THE MATERIALSDESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL.The information in this manual may be subject to change without prior notice.All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of theirrespective companies or organizations. FCC NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rule. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energyand , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is not guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined byturning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:!Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.!Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.!Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit from the receiver. !Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Note If serial or parallel ports are configured, a filtered/shielded serial orparallel cable is recommended to minimize EMI and ensure FCC class Bcompliance.
?User Guide1Introduction 21. The Marantz RC5200 22. Battery 3Getting Started 61. Activating the RC5200 62. Navigating Control Panels 73. Operating a Device 124. Adjusting the Settings 135. The Mode Menus 156. Managing Memory 17Customizing Your RC5200 181. Introduction 182. Programming Remote Codes 183 Deciding between Macros or Help Lists 204. Programming Help Lists 225. Macro/Panel Jump Capabilities 236. Programming Macros & Panel Jumps 247. Programming Macros as a Device Action 268. Protecting Your Work from Changes 27Reference 281. Programming Buttons 282. Labeling Buttons, Frames and Menu Items 323. Working with Device and Macro Groups 354. Deleting and Restoring 405. Recording Macros 436. RC5000 Setup 47Troubleshooting 49Frequently Asked Questions 52Overview of Symbols 54Specifications 56The Revert Configuration 57Index 58Table of Contents
2User Guide2The RC5200 can be used for all devices that understand infraredremote control signals. Its easy-to-use touchscreen and its intuitiveinterface make it a perfect remotecontrol for every user. TheRC5200 is completely customizable and programmable. You can adddevices and functions, relabel buttons, record macros and animateyour macros. Although the RC5200 is pre-programmed for Marantzcomponents, a vast collection of built-in tab guided panels with pre-arranged button art enables you to easily choose the perfect interfacefor any non-Marantz component. The RC5200 easily “learns”commands from the vast majority of manufacturers’ remote controls. Introduction1. The Marantz RC5200 The Sending Eye transmits to your devices andthe Learning Eye enablesThe TouchscreenRecharging ContactsThe Contrast Dialadjusts theappearance of thescreen.The Backlightbutton lights upthe screen (youcan adjust thelength of time itstays on, seepage 13).The Serial Portenables you toprogram theRC5200 on aWindows PC.you to “clone” your non-Marantz remotes.The Direct Accessbuttons control yoursystems main functionsregardless of whatscreen is displayedThe Left and Right hardbuttons (labeled Back andAhead) enable you toquickly navigate the last 6screens you’ve viewed.Home button to jumpto the home page.The Direct Accessbuttons control yoursystems main functionsregardless of whatscreen is displayed
User Guide33IntroductionRC5200 icon: press and hold to enter the Setup Mode.Tap the Mode Button:to access the ModeMenus. They aredifferent based on thetype of panel you lastdisplayed. Use theMode Menus tocustomize your remote.DevicesMacros HomeHome Icon: to jump to the Home group ofshortcut buttons.Tap the Macro menu Bar:to use your one touchMacro buttons. Tap againand a menu of all of yourMacro groups appears.Tap again to select: Tap the Devicemenu bar: to operate devices.Tap again and amenu of all yourdevices appears.Tap again to select:Panel number: shows active control panelTap the ScrollArrows:to scroll to otherpanels within theactive group.Use the Control PanelButtons:to operate yourcomponentsInstall the battery pack. Place the remote control in the docking station and charge theremote control. Warning: Use the docking station only with the Marantz certified rechargable battery pack.We strongly recomend you not to use the other appliances (e.g. mobile phones PDA's etc.) with the docking station. Ths causes dmage the conetor and applince.2. BatteryWhen you use the remote control for the first time, you will have to:
User Guide4Installing the Battery Pack 1 Press the latch on the battery cover and remove the battery cover from the remote control.2 Place the battry pack in the battery compartment.Note Make sure the cable of the battery pack does not get stuck betweenthe mould and the battery cover.Introduction4 Slide the battery door back on.After a few seconds, the RC5200 starts up automatically andbeeps twice to indicate that it is ready to use.3 Plug the cable of the battery pack in the connector as illustrated.
User Guide5Charging the battery of remote control 1 Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet and connect the other side2 Place the remote control in the docking station.Make sure you hold the remote control at angle of 30 to 45 degreeCharging starts immediately. The greem charging LED on the front of the docking station indicates charging takes place. When the remote controlis fully charged, the LED goes off.Normal charging time is 2 to 3 hours, depending on the condition od the For charging the remote control, you need to use the docking station.to the docking station.when you place it on the docking station.Note The RC5200 retains all settings when batteries have run out orwhen you replace them. You will only have to reset the clock.When batteries are running low, the Low Battery icon flashes at the center top of the display. Recharge or replace the batteries as soon as possible to ensure perfect performance.battery pack. You can operate the remote control while it is being charged. The battery pack does not have to be entirely empty before recharging.You can place the remote control in hte docking station at any time.30 - 45 digree
User Guide6Turning on the DisplayTap the screen gently with your finger or a blunt, soft object likea pencil eraser.The display is activated and you see the Home panel.Notes · If the display stays blank or becomes black, adjust the contrastdial on the left side.· If another panel is displayed, press the Home button.· The RC5200 shuts down automatically.Using the BacklightPress the backlight button on the left side.The backlight shuts off after a few seconds to save power.Note In the settings (see page 13) you can choose to activate thebacklight automatically when you turn the RC5200 on.Use ModeThe RC5200 has different “modes.” When you activate theRC5200 for the first time, it starts up in Use mode allowing you toimmediately operate your devices.If a label (like or ) will locates at the center top of the display. Just tap the label A menu will pop up with USE as an option.Tap the USE label to return to normal operating mode.Getting Started1. Activating the RC5200
7User Guide7Three Divisions of Control Panel TypesYour RC5200 is capable of displaying hundreds of different controlscreens. By grouping them into sensible divisions, it is easy tonavigate to the control panel you want. The three main divisionsare:Home — The Home group disp-lays convenient instant jumpbuttonsto the main control panels of yoursystem devices (your VCR, TV, CDplayer etc.). These buttons also select the Input of your Home Theater Receiver or Preamp (Homebuttons are linked to the Device pull down menu, which also selectsinputs on your receiver).You can always access Home by tapping the Home button located atbelow screen.Devices — The Device sidedisplays the control panels of your components, one device group at a time. A button on a Device panelwill act just like the buttons on theoriginal remote control. You can always select the Deviceside of the RC5200 by tapping themenu bar to the right of the remoteicon.Getting Started2. Navigating Control PanelsTap to select the Device side of your RC5200.
8User Guide8Macros — The Macro side of yourRC5200 displays Macro buttons. Macro buttons play back a sequenceof up to 255 different commands (and panel jumps, which can be pro-grammed to give status during theMacro). You can always select the Macro sideof the RC5200 by tapping the menu bar to the left of the remote icon.Using Menus to Jump to a Panel Group1 Navigate to either the Macro (left) or the Device (right) side ofthe remote by tapping the left or right menu bar.2 Tap the Menu bar again. A menu will pop into view, enabling youto choose which group of panels you want. If you have a largesystem with more than seven groups, scroll arrows enableyou to select those that are out of sight.3 After using the scroll arrows to view all of the choices, simplytap the label of the group you would like.Note When you jump to a Device, the RC5200 will change the inputof your home theater receiver/preamp (using the pull downmenus is exactly the same thing as pressing a Home button).Getting StartedTap to select the Macro side of your RC5200.Device GroupsMacro Groups
User Guide99Home Buttons Jump to Device Panel Groupsand Change Your Receiver’s InputsEach of the Device Panel Groups has a matching Device button onthe home panel. These Device buttons perform two actions whenpressed:1 Jumps to the main panel of the Device Group.2 Changes your home theater receiver/preamp to the appropriateinput. See page 30 to program for a non-Marantzreceiver/preamp.Jump to a Device Panel Group Without Changing Inputs1 Pop up the Device menu, by tapping the Device Menu bar.2 Look at the labels for the Left and Righthard buttons. Now, they are labeled NO IR.3 Press and hold either of the two Left and Right hard buttons,then select the device you would like to jump to. No input commands will be sent to your receiver/preamp.Getting StartedYou will not see animation at center top of the screen if command is not translitted.
User Guide10 10Using the Left and Right Hard Buttons (Back andAhead) to Browse Your Last Six PanelsThe RC5200 always remembers the last six panels you’ve viewed.By using the Left and Right hard buttons at the base of the remote,you can navigate freely back and forth among the six panels.Getting StartedUsing the Scroll Arrows to Jump to PanelsYou can browse all of the panels within a Deviceor Macro group by using the scroll arrows at thetop and bottom of the screen. When you are on the macro side, the arrows are on the left; when you are on the device side, the arrows are on the right.Opposite the scroll arrow on the bottom of thescreen, the Panel display shows you which panel you are viewing (1/7= first of seven panels).1. To view the previous screen,press the Back button. 2. The RC5200 will jump tothe last panel you viewed.
User Guide11 11Using Tab Buttons to Jump to PanelsAll of your device groups have been programmed with “one-touch” jump buttons to all of the panels for that device. Simplytouch the tab label and the RC5200 will jump to the appropriatepanel.Your Macro Groups have also been programmed with “one-touch” jump buttons and tab style navigation to make it easy tosort your macros out.Getting Started1. To view the Setup panel,press the Setup tab.2. The RC5200 will jump tothe Setup panel.1. To view the channel macrosfor movie channels, pressthe movie tab.2. The RC5200 will jump tothe panel displaying MovieChannel macros.
12You operate devices using two kinds of buttons:Touchscreen buttonsDirect-access buttons (to the right of the touchscreen)Using Touchscreen ButtonsSending commandsBy tapping the touchscreen buttons, you send commands to thedevice you have selected. When you send a command, theRC5200 icon changes to show that it is transmitting signals.The name of the device you are controlling is always displayed onthe device menu tab.Using the Direct-Access ButtonsMute, Channel and Volume can be operated at any time, evenwithout turning on the touchscreen. These buttons can beprogrammed to always do the same thing regardless of the paneldisplayed, or they can change their function depending on whichdevice is active. For example: Since Volume Up, Volume Down and Mute are typicallyreceiver/preamp commands in most home theaters, these directaccess buttons have been pre-programmed to always operate aMarantz receiver/preamp. Should you own another brand, see theprogramming instructions on page 31-32. Channel Up and ChannelDown are typically programmed to change with the device selected.So when you are operating your DVD player, you use them tochange Chapters. Likewise, when you are using the TV controlpanels, they change channels.User Guide12Getting Started3. Operating a DeviceBefore TouchingThe ScreenWhile RC5200Transmits
User Guide13 134. Adjusting the SettingsMost of the RC5200’s features can be set to your own wishes.1 Touch and hold the RC5200 icon for a few seconds.The first setup panel appears. You can display the second andthird setup panel by using the scroll buttons.2 Tap the button of the setting you want to adjust.The button becomes black.3 Use the Left and Right buttons to adjust the setting.First setup panelSetting Function AdjustingBattery Shows the battery level.Clock Turns the clock display on Tap the clock repeatedly.or off and lets you set 12h or 24h time display.Time Sets the clock. Tap the time button and use the Left and Right buttons.LCD Sets how long the touchscreen Tap the LCD button and usestays on. the Left and Right buttons.LCD Light Sets how long the backlight of Tap the LCD Light button and the touchscreen stays on. use the Left and Right buttons.Button Light Sets how long the backlight of Tap the Button Light button and the direct-access and Left/Right use the Left and Right buttons.buttons stays on.Note Use the down scroll arrow to move to the second setup panel.Getting Started
14User Guide14Setup panel 2Setting Function AdjustingMacro MenuHide - Turns off Macro Navigation. Tap the Hide/Show buttonShow- Turns on Macro Navigation. repeatedly.Hide/Show Device Hide - Turns off Device Navigation. Tap the Hide/Show buttonShow- Turns on Device Navigation. repeatedly.Warning! Both Macro and Device should be left visible and usable when using RC5200standalone for programming.When the Button is labeled Hide, you will be able to navigate using the Menu bars. When the Button is labeled Show, you will not be able to use the Tabs and Menu bars.Hiding Navigational bars is only useful to programmers using computers to programelaborate jump configurations. When programming with the RC5200 stand alone, youwant your Macro and Device Tabs and pull-down menus operational!Level Turns the backlight always on or off when the touchscreen is activated.Note: When you choose always off, you can only activate the backlight using the backlight button.Mode Menu Hides or shows the Mode button. Tap the Mode Menu button.Touch Adjusts or turns off the Tap the Touch buttontouchscreen beep. repeatedly.Button Adjusts or turns off the beep of Tap the Button buttonLeft/Right and direct-access repeatedly.buttons.Calibrate Calibrates the touchscreen. Tap the Calibrate button andfollow the on-screen instructions.Revert* Reverts the RC5000i to Tap the Revert button andthe Revert 2.01 configuration follow the on-screen (see pages 15, 17 and 57). instructions.*The Revert button will only appear if one change has been made to the RC5200.Note Use the down scroll arrow to move to the third setup panel.Getting StartedAlways on: Tap the Level buttonand position the indicator in the lefthalf of the indication bar using theLeft button.Always off: Tap the Level buttonand position the indicator in theright half of the indication bar usingthe Right button.
15Third setup panel displays:The Percentage of free memory available for new programming. There are two configurations built in to your RC5200. If yourthird setup screen says:Marantz V201 You are using the factory default file.Revert V201 You are using the memory saving, stripped-down file. See pages 17 and 57.To exit Setup ModeTap the Setup label on the RC5200 icon.User Guide15Getting Started5. The Mode MenusTo help you plan how your RC5200 will operate your home theatersystem, you should practice using the three mode menus.Working with ModesAll customization is done via the three Modemenus. They differ in their capabilities:Macro Side - No IR learning is possible, so there is no LEARN ability.Home Panels - Since there is only one Homegroup, there is no ability to add or move groups.Device Side - No Macros can be programmed,so there is no EDIT button.The mode menus are utilized like this:1 Select either the Home, Device or Macro divisions of panels bytouching the appropriate tabs or the Home Icon.2 Touch the Mode icon at the bottom of the screen.DevicesMacros Home
User Guide16 163 Select the mode you wish to use to customize your RC5200 bytouching the appropriate button on the Mode Menu.When you operate your devices, the RC5200 is in Use mode. Foractions other than operating (like programming buttons, recordingmacros, adding devices, and so on) you have to switch to theappropriate mode:For operating devices.For learning commands from other devices.For recording macros and jumping to other panels.For labeling buttons and commands.For adding new devices.For deleting buttons, devices and macros.For changing the order in a menu.To switch to another mode1 Tap the Mode button at the bottom of the touchscreen orthe label of the mode you are using.The Mode menu pops up.2 Tap the mode you want to use.The label of the active mode appears on the RC5200 icon. Youcan now work in the selected mode.Note USE mode is the normal operating mode for the RC5200. The RC5200 will not “time out” and automaticallyreturn to USE mode. You must redisplay the Mode Menu andselect USE.Getting StartedFor configuring the Remote control to operate devices with RF or IR signals
User Guide17 17Getting StartedAs you customize your remote, the RC5200 will manage memoryautomatically. It will keep deleted groups of panels restorable aslong as possible. When you need additional memory, it will notifyyou that it needs to do “Memory Cleanup,” which will permanentlyerase everything you have deleted so far. See page 50.You can choose to manually manage your memory by choosing asmaller template file to program with. There are two configurationsbuilt-in. The default Marantz file and the memory saving stripped-down Revert file. The default Marantz file offers these uniquefeatures:43 pre-programmed templates for home theater components.All have the option of adding pre-programmed Marantzremote codes for your convenience. See creating newdevices on page 36.FAV TV & ICON SURF - Macro groups for surfing channelswith one touch via customizable labels or icons. Seerecording macros on page 43.FAV DVD, FAV CD & FAV CD2 - Macro groups for mega discchangers that allow one touch access to particular discs.HELP - a macro group with animated demonstrations ofsetting, adjusting and programming your RC5000i.ADJUST - a macro group with one touch jumps to all of thepower user features of a Marantz system.POWER - a group of control panels that will help your familypower up a home theater system. See Deciding on Macrosor Help Lists on page 20-21.Should you feel that you do not need all of these features or youknow your configuration requires lots of memory (i.e. you areplanning hundreds of animated macros), we provide the Revertconfiguration. It provides 13 styles of component templates and onemacro example. Permanently deleting the factory configuration andusing the Revert configuration will add 800kb to your free memoryspace. See The Revert Configuration on page 57.6. Managing Memory
User Guide18 181. IntroductionIt is best to proceed with customizing in several stages. The firststage is to teach all of your existing remote codes to theRC5200. The second stage is to practice using your hometheater system with the RC5200. As you gain familiarity withyour system, you’ll notice that many operations in a hometheater require several steps. In the third stage ofcustomization, you will record multiple step operations as eithera “Macro” that you can play back with one button push or as alist of numbered steps recorded in a “Help” device group.In the next few pages you’ll find step by step guidelines on eachof the three stages. When a more detailed explanation can befound in the Reference section, we’ve noted the page.1 Gather all of your remote controls in front of you.2 Play with all of the example device groups. Compare the devicegroups with your existing remote controls. Can you use any astemplates for non-Marantz components?3 Use DEL mode to delete all of the device groups that you don’tlike (see page 40).4 Use ADD mode to add the device groups for each Marantzcomponent (see page 35-40). When you are prompted to add with or without RC codes,choose WITH RC CODES.5 Use ADD mode to add a device group for each non-Marantzcomponent (see page 38).Choose WITHOUT RC CODES.6 Switch to LEARN Mode to evaluate the panel layouts of the newdevice group (in Use Mode, you cannot see buttons that haveno RC codes).2. Programming Remote CodesCustomizing Your RC5200
197 Switch back to DEL mode and delete the group if it is not agood match to your component. Repeat steps 4 through 6 untilall of your remote controls have a matching device group.8 Switch to LABEL mode to relabel each device group (see page32-34).9 Switch to MOVE mode to re-order your devices, so that yourhome panel is arranged the way you want (see page 39-40).10 Switch to LABEL mode to personalize the greeting on yourhome panel (see page 32-34).11 Still in LABEL mode, navigate to the DEVICE side of theRC5200. Relabel any buttons as needed to match your existingremote controls. Check all of your devices.12 Switch to LEARN mode and teach the RC5200 all of your non-Marantz components’ RC Codes (see page 28-32).13 Switching back and forth between USE and LEARN modes, testall codes and reteach as necessary.Note Should you need to delete a command, use the DEL mode. Bevery careful to NEVER delete the navigational tabs; they canonly be restored with a personal computer (see page 52).14 Switch back to LEARN mode. Teach each Device group theappropriate Preamp/Receiver Input (source switching) RCcommand (see page 30).15 Congratulations, you have completed the first stage ofcustomization! Take a well deserved break.User Guide19Customizing Your RC5200
User Guide20 20If your entire system is new to you, practice using the RC5200manually for a few days before programming any macros. You’ll findthat your home theater requires many operations that require multiplesteps to do. You have to decide whether to use a:Macro - The entire operation happens in an automated sequencewhen you touch one button.Help List - The operation happens manually but is prompted by largesequentially numbered buttons with friendly labels on one sequence ofpanels linked together.Some multiple step operations require you to make decisions beforeyou proceed. An example is turning on a non-Marantz home theatersystem. Many components turn on and off with a single “Power”button. Before you press a “Power” button, the manufacturer expectsyou to look at the component to see whether it is on or off. If you wantit on and it’s off, you press the “Power” button. If you forget to look,and it is already on, you will turn it off when you press the “Power”button.The RC5200 cannot “look” at your components to see if they are onor off. So, if you recorded a macro intended to power up a non-Marantz home theater, it wouldn’t be very reliable. Here’s an example:Your spouse goes out to the local video store and rents a videotape.When he/she gets home, they pop the tape in the VCR (most VCR’sautomatically turn on when a tape is inserted). Your spouse touchesthe macro button you programmed to power up the system. Therecorded sequence of “power” buttons is played back. Unfortunately,since the VCR was already on, it is now off and everything else is on.Your spouse sees no picture, assumes the macro didn’t work, sotouches the button again. This time, the macro turns the VCR on andeverything else off. Frustrating!Marantz builds components that are “macro-friendly”. Instead of asingle “power” button, the remote controls have a discrete “On” and adiscrete “Off” button. With a Marantz system, you can record a Macrothat is very reliable from a series of “On” commands. Take a look atthe example ALL ON and ALL OFF macros preprogrammed in thedefault configuration.Customizing Your RC52003 Deciding Between Macros or Help Lists
User Guide21 21The problems don’t stop with powering up a system. Often, you willwant to construct a macro to watch or listen to a specific source. Thismay require that both the Television and the Surround Receiver be setto new inputs. Some components have “discrete” commands to selectsources (meaning the command will only have one effect on thecomponents, like the CD input on most receivers). Other componentshave “toggle” commands (these are commands that require you tolook at the component, evaluate its state and sometimes issue thecommand over and over again). An example of a “toggle” command isthe Input or TV/VCR button found on many television remote controls.You have to look at the TV, decide that it is on the wrong input, thentoggle or scroll through the inputs to select the one you want.Evaluate each of the multiple step operations you would like to recordas macros. If all of the commands in the process are “discrete,” themacro will work reliably. If even one command is a “toggle” command,you should program a help list for the operation instead of a macro.Tip Sometimes there is a reliable way to use toggle type commandsin macros. Unfortunately, it will not be written down in yourcomponent’s instruction manual. You will have to find it throughexperimentation and imagination. What you are looking for is an “anchor” command that will putyour component in a known state. Once it is in a known state,you can use toggle commands in your macro. An example for Powering Up DVD Players:Most DVD players will turn on when off when they receive aPlay command. Thus a discrete On command is two steps, 1) DVD Play2) DVD StopA discrete off command is constructed by:1) DVD Play2) DVD PowerAn example for Selecting Source on a TV:Many televisions will return to a particular input with either achannel up or down command or by selecting a particularchannel.Thus, to construct a macro that selects the EXT1 input:1) Channel Up (selects the Antenna A input)2) Input (toggles to the Antenna B input)3) Input (toggles to the EXT 1 input)Customizing Your RC5200
User Guide22 224. Programming Help ListsCustomizing Your RC52001 Write a list of all of the actions in the operation you want torecord.2 Gather all of the remote controls you will need for the operation.3 Navigate to the Device side of the RC5200.4 Select ADD from the Mode menu. Choose “Create New Device”when prompted (see page 35-40).In the “Other” division there is a device group labeled “Help.”Add the Help device.5 Switch to LABEL mode. Relabel the new device currentlylabeled Help (for details on relabeling devices, see page 32-34).Use no more than 8 characters (more won’t fit). Try to use adescriptive title like POWER, RECORD, etc.6 Stay in LABEL mode. Relabel any of the introductory text onpanel 1. Type in any guidelines your family may need to knowfor this operation.6 Stay in LABEL mode. Relabel as many of the buttons on thefive panels as you need. Tip Do not relabel the buttons labeled “Press for Next Help Screen”unless the button is the last step in the operation.7 Switch to LEARN mode. Teach each button the appropriatecommand.8 Switch to MOVE mode. Move the new device to the appropriateposition in the device list (remember, this determines the buttonposition on the Home panel).9 Return to USE mode and test out your new list. Congratulations!10 You can make as many Help lists as you like. Simply repeatsteps 1 through 9 for each operation you would like to programa help list.
User Guide23 23Macros can range from a one step navigational jump to any deviceor home panel to multiple step processes with up to 255 steps. Inorder to plan your macros, you should understand the capabilitiesand limitations of macro programming as follows.Device Panel Buttons Can’t Perform Jumps/MacrosYou can program a macro to be played back when any buttonon the Macro side of the RC5200 is pressed (see page 43).You can program a macro to be played back when a devicegroup is selected by either pressing a button on a home panelor by selecting the device via the Device Menu (see page 26).You cannot program a macro to be played back when anybutton is pressed on a device Panel. All of the tab-style paneljumps programmed into Device panels were programmed usinga windows PC and Marantz Touch Screen Remote Setup (see page 47).Macros Perform Jumps to Any Device PanelThe Marantz RC5200 has the unique capability of jumping to anydevice panel during a macro. You can make any or all of the 255 steps a jump to any Devicepanel. This provides you with the opportunity to give somefeedback to the end user while a macro is being played back.For example: you can reveal the CD device panel to show theuser that RC commands are being sent to the CD player, thenjump to an AMP panel to show the user that RC commands arebeing sent to the amp.You can ADD/Create a Status device group (located in newdevices in the division named OTHER) and custom label eachpanel to give the end user more specific feedback as to whatthe macro is doing. You can then program jumps to each Statuspanel to occur during the macro.You cannot jump to any Macro or Home panel. You are onlyallowed to jump to Device panels when programming with theRC5200 stand alone. Customizing Your RC52005. Macro/Panel Jump Capabilities
24User Guide24Macros Send RC Commands To Your SystemYou can make any or all of the 255 steps send an RCcommand to your system. The step is actually just a recordingof the location of any button on any device panel. To record anRC command, you simply navigate to the panel and button youwant, then touch it. Thus, all RC commands in a Macro mustfirst be taught to a device panel button, a direct access button(the Mute, Channel or Volume buttons) or a device action(typically the preamp/receiver source selection command that isissued when you select a new device group from home or thedevice menu).You cannot learn a new IR command. The Macro side of theRC5200 does not have the LEARN mode available.You cannot record a button on a Home or Macro panel as astep in a macro. However, you can record a “device action,”which is what a home button really does (see page 26).Macros Can Delay Between StepsYou can program a delay as any or all of the 255 steps of amacro.You can adjust that delay in 1/10th of a second intervalsbetween .1 and 99.9 seconds.Customizing Your RC52006. Programming Macros & Panel JumpsYou will do all of your Macro/Jump programming within a windowthat will appear after you press the EDIT button on the Macro Modemenu. Before proceeding with programming, make sure that youunderstand how to move around in the Edit window and how toread the RC5200’s shorthand notation for each macro step (seepage 43).1 Write a list of all of the actions in the operation you want torecord.2 Play with all of the example Macro groups. Are any of these
User Guide25 25examples adaptable to your purposes? If you have only a fewmacros to program, you may be better off deleting all of themand creating a new Macro group.3 Use DEL mode to delete all of the macro groups that you don’tlike (see page 40-42).4 Use ADD mode to add a new macro group empty of anyprogramming (see page 35-40).5 Switch to LABEL mode to relabel your Macro group (see page32-34).6 Switch to MOVE mode to re-order your Macro groups, so thatthe most commonly used Macro groups are near the top (seepage 39-40).7 Switch to LABEL mode and navigate to the your new Macrogroup. Relabel the macro buttons (currently labeled New Macro)with an appropriate name. The buttons are large so try toimagine a descriptive name even if it requires a few words.8 Switch to Edit mode. 9 Press your newly named Macro button to enter the EDITwindow.The EDIT window will appear. If you had any previouslyprogrammed commands in this button, they will appear for youto edit.10 Working from your written list, navigate to the desired deviceand panel to program all of the steps in the Macro (see step 5on page 44).Commands - When you touch a button, you will record an RCcommand step (see page 43).Jumps - When you select a device from the Device Menu whileholding down the Left hard button (now called device), you willrecord a panel jump to the last accessed panel of that device(see page 43).Delays - When you select Delay, use the plus and minus arrowsto set the amount of delay (see page 44).Customizing Your RC5200
User Guide26 26Note Use the Scroll arrows to navigate; the tab style navigationaljumps will not work. If you accidentally record a tab button as amacro step, it will do nothing because you cannot alias to abutton that jumps. Since it will confuse you to see it in the MacroEdit window, it is best to delete it.11 Once all steps have been programmed, test your macro bypressing the right hard button (now labeled Play).12 Typically you will need to adjust the timing of the macro. Simplyputting in lots of delays will make the macro work, but maymake the macro unnecessarily long.Try moving commands, so that a TV command alternates withanother component command before another TV command isissued. To move a command, simply select it and use the upand down arrows to reposition it within the macro window.When a delay is added to the macro, the default timing is .5seconds. If the macro works with a .5 second delay, try asmaller delay to shorten the macro.When programming Channel macros, use .1 second delaysbetween different digits and .5 second delays between identicaldigits.13 Once you are happy with the macro, press the left hard button(now labeled Close). You will be prompted to Save Macro orCancel.14 Continue to program macros until you have recorded all that youplan. Congratulations! You are now a Home Theater Automator!Customizing Your RC52007. Programming Macros as a Device ActionIt is possible to program a macro to occur when you select a device(the macro will occur both when you press a home button andwhen you select the device from the pull down Device menu).To program:1 Navigate to the Device side of the RC5200.
User Guide27 27Customizing Your RC52002 Tap the mode button and press the LEARN mode button.3 Tap the Device Tab and reveal the Device Menu.4 While bracing the RC5200 with your right hand, press and holdthe Backlight button with a left hand finger.5 Press and hold the Left hard button with your left hand thumb.6 While still bracing, pressing and holding everything, use a righthand finger to select the device from the Device Menu. 7 The EDIT window appears with the name of your Device at thetop of the window.8 Program your macro following steps 10 through 15 on theprevious page.Note In use, you can select a device without issuing the macro byrevealing the Device Menu, then pressing and holding the lefthard key, then selecting the device. Otherwise, every time youselect the device from home or select it from the device menu,the macro will be sent.To hide the Mode menuTo prevent accidental changes to the RC5200 interface andcommands once you’ve finished customizing, you can hide theMode menu.1 Make sure the RC5200 is in Use mode.2 Touch and hold the RC5200 icon for a few seconds.The first setup panel appears.3 Scroll down to the second setup panel.4 Tap the Mode Menu button.The mode menu icon is crossed out.5 Tap . The RC5200 switches to Use mode. The Modebutton is no longer visible.8. Protecting Your Work From Changes
User Guide28 28You program the RC commands (RC for Remote Control) bytransmitting infrared signals from your existing remote controls tothe RC5200’s learning eye. To dothis, place the RC5200 and thedevice’s remote control on a flatsurface, 1 to 100cm (1/2 to 36inches) apart. With each new remote control,you have to find the correctlearning distance.It is best to be systematic andteach all of the buttons from oneremote control before proceedingto the next.Here are some tips.Start with the controls closetogether; if you receive a FAIL,move them farther apart in oneinch increments. Althoughrare, some component remotes require a very large distancebetween the sending LED and the RC5200’s learning eye. Test the first command from any new remote control to find thecorrect learning distance. Once you have found the correctlearning distance, do not change it for any other button on thatparticular remote control. Most commands learn correctly when you press and hold themuntil the OK indicator appears. However, sometimes theRC5000i will say OK, yet the command will not operate thecomponent properly. If this occurs, try re-teaching the commandwith a brief tap. After a short delay the OK indicator will appear.Test the code. If this improves operation, continue to use theTap technique for all other buttons on the remote. The onlybuttons that you MUST use the press and hold technique for arebuttons that you will press and hold when you are operating thecomponent (i.e. volume, scan, etc.).The following buttons can be programmed: control panelReference1. Programming Buttons1 to 100 cm apart(1/2 to 36 inches)
User Guide29 29Referencebuttons, Device menu items and Direct Access buttons.You cannot program Home menu buttons directly. You have toprogram them via the Device menu (see page 30).The RC5200 also offers empty control panel buttons which youcan program and label as existing buttons. They are only visiblein Learn and Label mode and appear without label or with label(intended for a specific function). You will also see previouslydeleted buttons: you can restore them by reprogramming themor you can reuse them for other commands.Programming Device Panel Buttons1 Navigate to the Device panel buttons you want to program.2 Switch to Learn mode via the Mode button .Additional empty buttons appear, which can be programmedand labeled as existing buttons.3 Point the device’s original remote control to the RC5200’slearning eye as shown on page 28.4 Tap the RC5200 button you want to program.The button starts flashing.5 Press and hold the corresponding button on your device’soriginal remote control.If the RC5200 has learned the command successfully, OKflashes on the RC5200 icon. You can let go of the button you’reholding.If the RC5200 has not learned the command successfully, youhear a short buzz and FAIL appears on the RC5200 icon.6 Program all other buttons you want and relabel them ifnecessary (see page 32-34).7 Return to Use mode via the Mode button.
User Guide30 30Programming Device Action (Home Buttons)Note When you teach a command as a Device Action, this commandis automatically assigned to the corresponding button in theHome menu and to the act of selecting the Device from the pulldown Device Menu. Typically, you teach the preamp/receiversource selection or “input” command to the device action.Remember, the only way to NOT issue this command is toreveal the device menu, press and hold the LEFT hard key (nowlabeled NO IR) and select the device.1 Make sure the device tab is active.The device tab is active when the name of a device is displayed.2 Switch to Learn mode via the Mode button .3 Point the device’s original remote control to the RC5200’slearning eye as described above.4 Tap the device tab to open the Device menu.5 Touch and hold either the RC5200’s Left or Right button (nowlabeled Device) and tap the device you want to program.Even when you want to program the currently active device, youhave to tap it in the Device menu.The label “device” starts flashing on the RC5200 icon.6 Press and hold the button the RC5200 has to learn on yourdevice’s original remote control.If the RC5200 has learned the command successfully, OKflashes on the display. You can let go of the button you’reholding.If the RC5200 has not learned the command successfully, youhear a short buzz and FAIL appears on the RC5200 icon.7 Program all other items you want and return to Use mode viathe Mode button.Reference
User Guide31 31Programming Direct Access Buttons Globally And/Or Locally Per DeviceDirect Access buttons are defined as the five hard buttons on theright side of the screen (Mute, Channel Up/Down, VolumeUp/Down). WARNING It is possibleto teach commands to the LEFT and RIGHT hard buttons. This is NOT RECOMMENDED. The LEFT andRIGHT hard buttons are programmed at the factory tobrowse back and forth through the last six panels you’veviewed. Should you accidentally teach a command to aLEFT or RIGHT hard button, you will have to use aWindows PC with RC5000 Setup to correct the problem(see page 47).Direct-access buttons can be programmed with a global functionand/or for a dedicated (local) command for that device. When a command is taught to a direct access button from a devicepage, it will only be issued when that device group is active, even ifa command has been taught globally. Local learning overridesglobal learning. When a command is taught to a direct access button from a homepanel, it will be issued as long as the active device does not havea local command. For example, one could program the CH+ & CH- buttons as theChapter +/- command when the DVD is active. Now, if youprogram the TV channel +/- globally (and any device other than theDVD is selected) the TV channel +/- commands will be issued.Reference
User Guide32 32Programming a Direct Access Button Globally1 Tap the Home hard key.2 Complete steps 2 to 7 in “Programming device panel buttons”on page 29. Instead of tapping a button on the touchscreen,press the Direct Access button you want to program.The label of the button you have pressed (e.g. chan+ or vol-)starts flashing on the RC5200 icon.Programming a Direct Access Button Locally1 Switch to the device for which you want to program the button.2 Complete steps 2 to 7 in “Programming device panel buttons”on page 29. Instead of tapping a button on the touchscreen,press the button you want to program.The label of the button you have pressed (e.g. chan+ or vol-)starts flashing on the center top area of screen.Reference2. Labeling Buttons, Frames and Menu ItemsThe following elements can be labeled: buttons on a device panel,text frameson a device panel (they don’t do anything exceptdisplay text), Device groups (the name for the Device group thatappears on the Device Tab and on the Home button), buttons on amacro panel, macro groups (the name for the Macro group thatappears on the Macro Tab) and Left/Right hard buttons (these areprelabeled at the factory to be Back and Ahead - reflecting theRC5200’s unique ability to browse the last six panels you’veviewed).You cannot label Home menu buttons directly. You have to labelthem via the Device menu (see page 34).You can label part of the Home panel greeting: the words“Welcome”, “To”, “Marantz” and “Home Theater” can be relabeled topersonalize your RC5200.
User Guide33 33Labeling a Button or a Text Frame1 Navigate to the panel containing the button/frame you want tolabel.2 Switch to Label mode via the Mode button .3 Tap the button/frame you want to label. The display shows a “virtual auto-zooming” mini-keyboard. The button/frame you want to label is displayed above the keyboard.4 Edit the label.!To delete a character, press the Right button.!To enter a character, tap the keyboard near the characteryou want to use.The keyboard is zoomed in, allowing you to tap exactly thecharacter you need.After you have tapped the character, the keyboard is zoomedout. Repeat this action for every character.Note You can zoom out again without tapping a character bypressing the Right button (labeled Zoom).Reference
User Guide34 34!For capital letters and symbols, press the Left hard buttonrepeatedly to display the keyboard you want.5 Tap Enter to save the changes and return to the panel you wereat.-or-Tap Cancel to return to the panel you were at without savingchanges.6 Label all other items you want and return to Use mode via theMode button.Labeling a Home Button, a Device or a Macro GroupRemember, the buttons on home are linked (automaticallyaliased)to the labels you create for the Device menu, so anychange you make to the Device menu names will be automaticallycarried out on your home panel buttons.1 Switch to Label mode via the Mode button .2 Tap the device tab to open the Device menu. -or-Tap the macro tab to open the Macro menu.3 Touch and hold either the RC5200’s Left or Right button andtap the device you want to program.Even when you want to program the currently activedevice/macro group, you have to tap it in the Device/Macromenu.4 Complete steps 3 to 6 in “Labeling a button” on page 33.Reference
35User Guide353. Working with Device and Macro GroupsReferenceIf you have a device that is not provided in the Device menu, youcan add it to the RC5200.You cannot add devices to the Home menu directly. You have toadd them via the Device menu.There are three possible ways to add a device:Create New DeviceCopy Existing DeviceRestore Deleted DeviceIn the following sections we’ll discuss what these options offer you.Create New DeviceChoose this option to add a completely new device. You will beable to choose from a list of preprogrammed templates with orwithout Marantz RC codes.A drop down scrollable list will appear. As you scroll down the list,you will notice Device type dividers and devices you can add. Onlyselect Device Templates to ADD. Although it is possible to ADD theDevice Type Divider as a Device, it is not useful. Should youaccidentally Add a divider to your device list, delete it.Device Type DividerThis is not a devicetemplate to add; it issimply an indication ofthe type of device.Device TemplateWhen you add thisfor a Marantzcomponent, youshould add withRC codes. Whenyou plan to teachcodes from anexisting remotecontrol, addwithout RC codes.
User Guide37 37Status - This template is used toprovide status screens you canjump to during a macro. Five panelsare created with the device name“Status.” If you add additional Statusdevices, they will be namedStatus2, Status3, Status4 and soon. Each panel is named accordingto its numbered position (1/5, etc.), so that if you are editing amacro, you will know which panel you have jumped to.Help - This template is used tocreate a Help List that will helpusers through a multiple stepprocess that cannot be reliablyprogrammed as a macro. See page20-22 for more information abouthelp lists.EZRead - This template can be used for anycomponent. It has two features that may interestyou.1) Text on buttons is larger than normal.2) There are no tabs, so more buttons per panel. There are 18 panels in the device, all of which areinvisible when first added. You could add anEZRead device for every component in yoursystem if you like.By switching modes to LEARN or LABEL, theEZRead panels become visible. Any panel that youmake active will become visible (simply teaching one button an RCcommand makes a panel active). Teach RC commands to thebuttons on panels that you like and ignore the rest (teach noRCcommands). That way, the empty panels will never appear inUSE mode.ReferenceLike any template addedwithout RC codes, theEZRead is invisible untilyou enter LEARN orLABEL mode.
User Guide38 38Creating a New Device From a Marantz TemplateIf you have the exact Marantz model # in the list, add the devicewith RC codes. If you have a Marantz component not listed, or your component isnot Marantz, add the device without RC codes and use the LABELand LEARN modes to customize it to your liking.Note When you add a device without RC codes, all buttons areinvisible until you enter LABEL or LEARN mode.By experimentally adding devices and inspecting them in Labelmode, you can decide which is the best match to your componentand delete the unused ones.Creating a New Device Step by Step1 Make sure the device tab is active.The device tab is active when the name of a device is displayed.2 Switch to Add mode via the Mode button.The RC5200 displays the following choices:Create New DeviceCopy Existing DeviceRestore Deleted Device 3 Tap the device you want to add in the Device menu.4 You can add the device with or without RC codes.!" Create with RC codes: Choose this option if you have theexact Marantz component listed. The new device is addedwith operational buttons.!" Don’t add RC codes: If you choose this option, the newdevice is added with invisible buttons. Program them usingLEARN and LABEL mode.Tap the button of your choice. The new device will be automatically displayed once you returnto Use mode.Reference
User Guide39 39Copy Existing DeviceChoose this option to copy a device that is already active (you arealready using it). TIP It is often useful to have two almost identical device groups foryour Television. The only difference between the two is onewould have the Vol+ and Vol- Direct Access buttonsprogrammed locally with the televisions internal volume + and -commands. Label this device TV Only (for use late at nightwithout Surround Sound). The other TV device has noprogramming in its Direct Access buttons; as a result, thesurround receiver’s Vol+ and Vol- (programmed globally on theHome panel) is utilized when the TV device is selected.Restore Deleted DeviceUse this option to restore a device you have deleted.Adding Macro GroupsMacro Groups can be added three ways, with the same procedures as describedfor Device Groups on page 38. Create New GroupCopy Existing GroupRestore Deleted GroupHowever, should you choose “Create New Group,” there is not a long list of macro templates. Instead, only one group template is available. It consists of five identical panels as shown. Moving Groups and Re-Ordering The Home ButtonsYou can change the order of Device menu items and Macro menuitems. Changes you make in the Device menu are automaticallyupdated in the Home menu.1 Make sure the device tab is active.-or-Make sure the macro tab is active.Reference
User Guide40 40Note The device or macro tab is active when the name of a device ormacro is displayed.2 Switch to Move mode via the Mode button .The RC5200 displays the menu.3 Tap the menu item of your choice.The menu item is highlighted.4 Use the Left and Right buttons to move the menu item up ordown.5 Tap Accept to save the changes.You return to Use mode.4. Deleting and RestoringDeletingYou can delete control panel buttons and actions associated with adirect-access or a Left/Right button.You can also delete Device menu items and Macro menu items.Home menu buttons cannot be deleted directly. You have to deletethem via the Device menu.Deleting a button or button actionNote Borderless buttons (frames) such as the greeting on the homepanel cannot be deleted. You can only hide them by deleting allof the text of their label (see “Labeling a button” on page 18).1 Switch to Delete mode via the Mode button .2 Tap the button you want to delete.3 Tap Delete Button Action.The result depends on the element you are deleting:Reference
User Guide41 41!Control panel button: The button disappears from the display.!Left or Right button command: The corresponding labeldisappears from the display.!Direct-access button: The button becomes inactive.4 Delete all the items you want and return to Use mode via theMode button.Deleting a device or macro menu item1 Switch to Delete mode via the Mode button .2 Navigate to the menu item you want to delete.If you have opened the Device menu, the Left button labelchanges into Device and the Right button label into Action.If you have opened the Macro menu, the Left and Right buttonlabels change into Group.3 Press and hold down the Left or Right button depending onwhat you are deleting:!Left button labeled Device: For deleting a device in theDevice menu.!Right button labeled Action: For deleting an action from anitem in the Device menu.!Left button labeled Group: For deleting a macro group.4 Tap the menu item you want to delete.5 Tap Delete Device or Delete Macro Group.The Device (and its associated Home menu button) or theMacro Group (including its macros) are deleted.6 Delete all the items you want and return to Use mode via theMode button.RestoringWhen you have deleted a control panel button or a menu item, thebutton or item is no longer visible in Use mode but remains in theRC5200’s memory. This allows you to restore it in ADD mode.Reference
User Guide42 42ReferenceWarning Do Not Delete the Left and Right hard Buttons! Remember, yourRC5200 is programmed at the factory with the Browse feature.If you accidentally reprogram the Left/Right hard buttons fromthe home panel, you cannot restore them with the remotecontrol. The only way to restore deleted back and ahead globalScreen Setup program.Reteaching Control panel buttons1 Switch to LEARN mode via the Mode button .The deleted buttons become visible.2 Complete steps 3 to 7 in “Programming control panel buttons”on page 16.The button reappears.Restoring Device or Macro menu items1 Make sure the device tab or macro tab is active.The device or macro tab is active when the name of a device ormacro is displayed.2 Switch to Add mode via the Mode button .3 Tap Restore Deleted Device or Restore Deleted Group.The deleted menu items become visible.4 Tap the item you want to restore.The item is restored and you return to Use mode.buttons is to use a Windows PC with Marantz Touch
User Guide43 43Reference5. Recording MacrosEdit Window NotationBefore you begin to program a Macro, study the notation used inthe EDIT Window. Each type of action has its own notation. TV - When only a device name islisted, the macro step will be aDevice Action (the action that occurswhen the Device is selected, whichis typically the preamp/receiver’ssource selection or input command).GO: TV Main - A Go commandindicates a panel jump. In this case,“TV” means a jump to the TV devicegroup and Main is the name for theparticular panel (sometimes panelsjust have numbers, not names).TV-External Input - When a devicename and a button name are listed,that particular button’s IR commandwill be issued.DVD-!!- A device name and asymbol also means that particularbutton’s IR command will be issued.A symbol list can be found on page54.
User Guide44 44Recording A Macro Step By StepNote To record a macro, there must be at least one macro group inthe Macro menu. To create these groups, see page 35-40. Readthe instructions for Adding Device Groups (see page 35-36),then note the differences when Adding Macro Groups (see page39).1 Tap the Macro menu button .2 Open the macro menu and select a macro group.3 Switch to Edit mode via the Mode button .Empty macro buttons appear in the macro control panel.4 Tap the button you want to use for your macro.5 Enter the sequence of commands you want to record.You can navigate to whatever control panel you want, just asyou do in Use mode.6 Tap the Macro menu button.The contents of the macro appear. You can now play, edit orclose the macro.7 Press the Left button to close the macro.A confirmation screen appears where you can save or cancelthe macro.Delay - A delay counts as one of the255 macro steps. Delays can beadjusted in 1/10th of a secondintervals to be any value between .1second and 99.9 seconds.Adjusting Delays - When a delay is“Selected,” you can adjust the delaywith the plus and minus buttons.Reference
User Guide45 458 Tap Save and assign a label to the macro.The macro is ready to be used.There are two extra commands you can record as any step in amacro:Recording a Device Action (Source Switching or Input)To record a Device menu item containing a source switchingcommand, open the Device menu, hold down the Right button(labeled Action) and tap the device you want to switch to. Thisaction places the entire Device Action in the Macro. Note If a macro has been recorded as a Device Action, you caninclude all of it as a single step in another Macro, effectivelynesting one macro inside another. However, the last step of anyDevice Action is a jump to the Device’s Main panel. This step isnot included in the nested macro.Jumping to a device control panelTo jump to any device panel, first navigate to the device you want(using the Device menu), then select the exact device panel youwant (using the scroll arrows-not the tab buttons), then open theDevice menu, hold down the Left hard button (labeled Device) andtap the device you want. After you’ve recorded a jump, check yourEdit window. You’ll see that you recorded both a jump and a deviceaction. If you do not want the device action, delete it.Editing macrosYou can edit any macro you have recorded.1 Open the macro group that contains the macro.2 Switch to Edit mode via the Mode button .3 Tap the macro you want to edit.The contents of the macro appear.4 Edit the macro.You can move or delete listed commands, or you can recordnew commands.You can also add delays to the macro (for example, to insert ashort pause between turning on a device and sendingReference
User Guide46 46Referencecommands to it, allowing the device to warm up):1Tap Delay.2Tap or to decrease or increase the length of thedelay.3Use the arrow buttons and to move the delay to theright place.5 Press the Left button to close the macro.A confirmation screen appears where you can save or cancelthe macro.6 Tap Save.The macro is ready to be used.Organizing macros into groupsYou can create as many macro groups as you like. Each group cancontain up to 25 macros.1 Open any macro group.2 Switch to Add mode via the Mode button .You can create a new group, copy an existing group or restore aprevious deleted group.!Create a new group: You add a new group in which you canrecord new macros.!Copy an existing group: You copy a group and its macrosand use it for new macros.!Restore a previously deleted group: You restore a deletedgroup and reuse the macros.3 Tap Create Macro Group.
User Guide47 47Reference6. Using the Remote Control with Radio FrequencyBy default, the Remote Control usesinfrared (IR) signals to operate devices. This means that you have to point the remote control's sending eye towardsTherefore The RF Extender has to be placednear the device you are oerating with the RF Extender's sending eye pointed to the device.Your devices will always receive IR signals either directly from the remoteWarning To use the Remote Control with radio frequncy (RF) you needan RF Extender, which is not included with the Remote Control.the device you are operating. IR signalshave an operating distance of 10 meters (33 feet). You can choose to operate devices using radio frequency (RF) signals instead of IR signals. RF signals have an operating distance of approximately 20 meters (66 feet) in house and go up by the RF Extender. TheRF Extender translates the RF signals in IR signals andsends the IR signals to the appropriate device.through obstacles like furniture or walls. The RF signals sent out by the remote control are picked control or from the RF Extender.
User Guide45 Changing the Remote Control's RF IR setting1 Tap the mode button and 2 Select the device for which you wantThe device menu appears.The RF IR settings appear. Thereverced color label on the butonindicates that the button is currentlyselected.All Devices are set up by default to work with IR signals. To be able to operate one or more devices with RF signals, you have to change the remote control's RF IR setting for those devices.The RF IR setting for the selectedpress the RF IR mode button.device are changed from IR to RF.3 Tap RF button.to change the RF IR setting.When you have only one RFExtender, you can accept the defaultsetting for the Extender ID and the channel. In this case jump to step 5.If you have several RF Extendersto operate, you need to assign an Extender ID to the selected device.In this case, follow the instractions in"Changing the Extender ID" in next page.Reference
User Guide42ReferenceNote The ID on the RF Extender has to match the Extender ID on theRemote Control.Changing the Extender ID1 Make sure the "Extender ID" button is active.The buttons is active when the button label is in white.2 Press or button to select the Extender ID. You can5 Tap Accept button to save theRF IR setting for the selecteddevice.control is configured to operate the devices you have set with 6 Repeat avobe instruction 3 to 5 for all devices for which youwant to change the RF IR setting.7 Tap Close button.The remote control switches back to USE mode. The remote select an ID from 16 selections.If you do not want to changethe setting, tap Cancel button.RF signals.8 Try out the devices for which you changed the RF IR setting.Note Devices may not respond properly sometines when it is operated with RF signal. This is mostly dur to IR signals that can not beproperly transmitted as RF signals. In this case, you can try to reconfigure the remote control to operate the device with IR signals again.
User Guide39 39Choosing Another ChannelWhen you notice RF interference, for instance from your neighbours, you have to choose another channel to operateNote All devices you want to operate with RF signals use the same channel. If you choose another channel for one device, the remote control will automatically change the channel for all devices that work with RF signals.Reference1 Switch back to RF IR mode.The device menu appears.2 Select a device that is setwith RF signals.The RF IR settings appear.3 Tap "Channel" button.The button is active when the label is in while.4 Press or button toselect a channel.You can select one from 4 RF.channels.5 Tap Accept button to save the selected channel for alldevices that work with RF signals.If you do not want to change the setting, tap "Cancel" button.6 Tap "Close" button.The remote control swithches back to USE mode. Theremote control is configured to operate the devices youhave set with RF signals through the selected channel.7 Check all devices for which you just changed the channel.Note The channel on the RF Extender has tomatch the channel onthe remote control.your devices. The RF IR settings appear.
User Guide47 47Reference7. Setup ProgramIf you want to personalize your Remote Control even more, beyondits standard programming features, Marantz Touchscreen Setup Program is the tool for you to use. The program is the RC5200’s companion software that you can download from the following internet address:www.marantz.com .With Marantz Touchscreen Setup you can:Upload and download new configurations to and from your Remote Control. You do this with the serial cable included with your Remote Control.Add, delete, modify and move control panels, devices andcommands anywhere on the touchscreen.Save, duplicate and share configuration files, codes or deviceswith other Remote Controls.Preview new configuration files on Emulator. In this wayyou can check how the RC5200’s interface will look like.Import new graphics to create new buttons and designs.Personalize configuration files to optimize the use of yourRemote Control.Make any button a macro.Share your work with other enthusiasts on the internet.Create animated slide shows using your own photos or art.
User Guide49 49TroubleshootingGeneral ProblemsThe display is blank! Tap the screen to make sure the RC5200 is turned on.!Adjust the contrast dial on the left side.!Make sure the batteries are properly installed.!Install new batteries or recharge the battery pack using therecharging dock.The display is too light or too dark!Adjust the contrast dial on the left side.The RC5200 shuts itself off! This is a feature of the RC5200 to save power. You can changethe length the RC5200 stays on in the Settings (see page 13).Devices do not respond to commands from the RC5200! Make sure the RC5200 is in Use mode (see page 6).! Make sure the RC5200’s sending eye is pointed towards thedevice you’re operating.!Check if the Low Battery icon is flashing. If so, replace thebatteries or recharge the battery pack.!Check if the button you are trying to use is programmedproperly (see page 18).!Check if your device understands these particular Marantzinfrared codes. Re-add the device group with the correct modelnumber (see page 36).The RC5200 beeps 4 times after inserting the batteries! Use RC5000 Setup to update the Marantz Touchscreen Setup program (Marantz Touchscreen Setup > RC5200Setup > Tools > Update).Programming ProblemsButtons are not sending the correct commands!Check whether the button is programmed globally or per device(see page 31).Macros or Tab Style Jump buttons do not work! Make sure the RC5200’s sending eye is pointed towards thedevice the entire time the macro is being executed.!Insert delays to allow devices to start up properly (see page 26).!Check if you have included inactive buttons in your macro.!Check if you haven’t reprogrammed the buttons. Macros do not
User Guide50 50Troubleshootingstore commands, they store button locations. If you reprogram abutton, the button executes the new command assigned to thebutton.The TV goes blank or the input source changes!The Device menu item might be programmed to switch the inputsource. Operate the device without affecting the input source(see page 9).The RC5200 won’t edit, label or delete commands! If the label locked appears on the RC5200 icon, the devicecontrol panels have been locked to prevent unwanted changes.You cannot modify or delete commands for this device.!Make sure your devices are positioned as shown on page 28.Avoid programming the RC5200 under bright fluorescent light, itmight affect the infrared signals.!Make sure the button you want to edit has a border. Text framescannot be programmed with commands.The RC5200 won’t switch modes! When the batteries are low, the RC5200 prevents you fromswitching to customizing modes so that no customization canget lost. Replace the batteries or recharge the battery pack (seepage 3).The RC5200 is low on memory! The RC5200 displays a message to clean up the memory. TheRC5200 will do this by permanently removing devices andmacro and timer groups you have deleted (see page 40).Warning Cleaning up memory can take 10 minutes or longer. Neverremove batteries during the clean-up process. This mightdamage the configuration file resulting in loss of yourcustomized commands.The configuration file is corrupted!When this very unlikely event occurs, you have to use theRevert button on the second setup panel (see page 14). All yourcustomized commands, devices, and macros will be lost, andyou will have to reprogram your Remote Control. Should youneed the Marantz factory default configuration, you will have touse Marantz Touchscreen Setup with a Windows PC to restore it (see page57).
User Guide51 51TroubleshootingRemote Control error messages!If one of the following error messages occurs, please contactyour Marantz dealer or Marantz customer service:!Can’t open configuration file!Configuration file error!No configuration file found!Invalid configuration file versionTip The bulletin boards and friendly users at www.remotecentral.comand www.prontoedit.com can often give you help with problemson weekends or in evenings when your dealer or Marantztechnical support may not be available.Recharging ProblemsThe batteries won’t recharge!Make sure you are using the rechargeable battery pack includedwith your recharging dock and not the AA batteries.The indicator light flashes!Check if the contacts on the recharging dock are clean and freeof obstructions.! Make sure the RC5200 lies properly on the dock.!Make sure the battery pack is installed properly in your RemoteControl (see page 4).
User Guide52 52Frequently Asked QuestionsCan I program a device button to execute more than onecommand?No, you can’t. However, you can program a button on the macro sideof the remote to execute a sequence of commands (see page 24).How do I program source switching?See “Programming device items” on page 16.How can I edit, label or delete buttons on home panels?You can do this via the Device menu items. All changes you maketo these items are automatically updated in the Home menu.How do I reset the RC5200?Normally, you never have to reset the RC5000i. However, if theRC5000i’s display freezes or if you notice unusual behavior, youmight need to reset. You will not lose any saved programmedcommands or macros.! Carefully press the reset button near the battery connecter in thebattery compartment of RC5200 with a paperclip or sharp pencil.The RC5200 restarts and beeps to indicate it is ready for use.Can I revert to the original configuration?Yes, by using a Windows PC with Marantz Touchscreen setup. program. Once the program is installed, open a ccf titled RC5200_Default in C/:Program Files/RC5200/Samples. Downloading this configuration to your RC5200 will restore your remote to its factory state.How can I free up more memory?The default configuration of the RC5200 takes up almost 1megabyte of memory leaving approximately 200kb available foryour programming. If you do not need the library of Marantz IRcodes and the demonstrations of macro programming pre-programmed in the factory configuration, you can free up over
User Guide53 53Frequently Asked Questions800kb of memory by using the REVERT feature. By using REVERT, you will delete the majority of Marantz RCcodes and all of the pre-programmed example macros. Thetemplate files that remain after you revert will allow you to programany system by customizing the templates and teaching RC codesto the relabled template buttons (see page 57).WARNING Should you use the REVERT button, the only way to recoverthe factory configuration is by using Marantz Touchscreen Setup and a Windows PC. Procedure for reverting to the memory saving REVERT file:1 Touch and hold the RC5200 icon for a few seconds.The first setup panel appears.2 Scroll to the second setup panel.3 Tap the Revert button.4 Tap Revert to confirm the action.Note The REVERT button is not active until at least one change ismade to the configuration (a label, a delay in a macro or onenew code has been learned). Should the button be greyed out,make a change to the configuration and then use revert.How do I calibrate the touchscreen?The RC5200 is calibrated when it leaves the factory, so normallyyou do not have to calibrate it yourself. It is possible that theRC5200 displays a message to calibrate the touchscreen. If thismessage appears do the following.You will see the instruction “Touch TOP LEFT corner.”1 Tap as close as possible the upper left corner using a blunt tipof a pencil.You will see the instruction “Touch BOTTOM RIGHT corner.”2 Tap as close as possible the bottom right corner using a blunt tipof a pencil.
User Guide54 54Overview of SymbolsPauseStopPlay, Normal run, normal speedReverse Play, Normal run, normal speedFast Forward, Scan Forwards, Fast run, fast speedRewind, Scan Backwards, Fast run, fast speedSlow Motion Forwards, Slow run, slow speedSlow Motion Backwards, Slow run, slow speedEject, Open/CloseRecord, generalKey, LockNavigate in the direction of the arrowStill mode, Freeze FrameAutoreverse a tape, Tape running directionNext track, Next chapter, Next songPrevious track, Previous chapter, Previous songFast forward to indexRewind to indexFrame by frame, generalFrame by frame, generalSubtitleCancel picturePicture-in-picture modeMenuPicture-in-picture shiftPicture-in-picture swapMulti-picture displayPicture-in-picture selectTeletext mode
User Guide55 55Overview of SymbolsPage number upPage number downPage enlargementTV and text mixed1st or 2nd languageLast view, previous programPower, Stand-byZone focus: long distanceZone focus: very short distanceSingle or multi-digit selectionBrightness, brillianceContrastBrightness/contrastColor saturationLamp, lighting, illuminationSplit screen freeze / double screen freezeSplit screen swap / double screen swapSplit screen / double screenMovie expandPersonal preferencePicture-in-picture freezeMain index pagePicture freezeProgrammable timer, generalTrackingApplication assistanceActual time on screenEPG / Electronic Program GuideVideo outputSpecifications
User Guide56 56Hardware Adjustable high-resolution (320 x 240) liquid crystal display (LCD) Large touchscreen14 programmable direct-access buttonsBacklighting for LCD and direct-access buttonsInfrared sending and learning eyes3-wire (RS232) serial port connectorSoftware Dynamic, animated interfaceEditable macros (up to 255 commands per macro)Total number of devices and macros limited only by memory andInfrared (IR) Operating distance of 10 meters (33 feet)Learns from the vast majority of remotes with a carrier frequency of up to 56 KHz Memory 2 MB non-volatile flash memory (memory is kept with no battery)512 K SRAMBattery life Approximately 3-4 months with most users.Power Power on by tapping the touchscreen, power off automaticallymanagementDimensions 138 mm x 92 mm x 38 mm (5.4 inch x 3.6 inch x 1.5 inch)Operating 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)temperatureAccessories RS232 cable for PC connection AC5000 Recharge Package*NiMH 4.8 V rechargeable battery packRecharging dock / 110 V-to-12 V power adapter SpecificationsimaginationBuilt-in Marantz codesLearning distance 2.5 cm (1 inch) up to 100 cm (3 feet)Radio Operating distance ofapproximately 20meters depending on thefrequency(RF) surrounding conditions.Band: 418 MHzBandwidth: +/- 100 kHz16 Extender ID's and 4 ChannelsLearning distance 2.5 cm (1 inch) up to 100 cm (3 feet)Battery pack NIMH 4.8V rechargeable battery packThe specifications and design of this product are subject to changewithout notice.
User Guide57 57The Revert ConfigurationWhy Use The Revert ConfigurationBy deleting the Marantz factory default, you will add 800K of freememory. The Revert configuration includes all of the button art andfundamental features of the Default configuration; however, it doesnot have all of the pre-programmed Marantz RC codes, nor does ithave all of the demonstration macro groups (Help, FAV CD, etc.).The thirteen templates programmed into the Revert file aredesigned to give you the elements necessary to construct any kindof configuration for any kind of home theater system. How To Use The Revert ConfigurationTo program using the Revert configuration, begin by decidingwhether you like tab style control panel jumps as an alternative toscrolling up and down through a group of panels. Use Create NewDevice and choose EZread if you do not want tab style panels (seepage 37 for a better description of the EZRead template).The tab style navigation is present in the ten active device groups.Simply use Copy Existing Device to duplicate a group without RCcodes, then relabel buttons and tabs and teach the RC5000i theRC codes of your existing remote controls. The following popularMarantz codes are included:TV =Marantz PV6080/5580 CD= Marantz CC3000/CC4000DVD=Marantz DV-18/DV7000 CDR=Marantz DR-17/DR-17IITuner=Marantz ST-17 VCR=Marantz MV-880Tape=Marantz SD4050 AMP=SR18/AV9000 Restoring The Default Marantz File Via PCYou can restore the default Marantz configuration on any WindowsPC with internet access by using your internet connection toconnect to www.marantz.com.. Download Marantz Touchscreen setupProgram, a self installing file. Install the program file by doubleclicking on the downloaded file. Start Marantz Touch screen Setupfrom the Start button program menu. Connect your RC5200 to yourPC. Once the program is up and running, choose Open Configurationfrom the file menu. Click on Samples and double click on the filenamed "RC5200_Default.” Now, from the file menu chooseDownload to RC5200. The file will download and the Marantzdefault file will be fully restored (see page 47).
User Guide58 58IndexAadd a device, 35A Marantz Template, 38restoring groups, 39add a macro group, 35procedure, 39restoring groups, 39Add Mode, 16Adjusting the Settings, 13Anchored Macros, 21BBack and Ahead Buttons, 10location, 2re-programming, 31Backlight button, 2Battery, 3AA batteries, 5battery level, 13battery tray, 5charge, 4Installing, 3Low Battery icon, 4Recharging Problems, 51Beeps, 14Built-in RC codes, 36Button Light Timeout, 13CCalibrate, 14Channel Buttons, 12programming, 31Clean up memory, 17, 50Clock, 13Cloning, 18Computer Programming, 47configuration is corrupted, 50Contrast Dial, 2Control Panel Buttons, 3Control Panel, 7Create New Device, 35A Marantz Template, 38Step by Step, 38customizing, 18macro fundamentals, 43with a PC, 47DDelays, 24Delete Mode, 16step by step, 40Switch Modes, 17Device Action, 30Device menu bar, 3Devices, 7Direct Access buttons, 2programming, 31Discrete Codes, 20DSS, 36EEdit Mode, 16Switch Modes, 16Edit Window, 43Editing macros, 45EZRead template, 37FFree Memory, 17, 57GGlobal Programming, 31GO (Jumps), 43HHelp Lists, 20Programming, 22Help Template, 37Hide/Show Device, 14Hide/Show Macro, 14Hiding Mode Menu, 14Hiding Navigational bars, 14Home Buttons, 9Home Icon, 3Home, 7Changing the placement ofhome buttons, 39macros from a homebutton, 26preamp/receiver inputs, 30
User Guide59 59IndexProgramming Direct AccessButtons Globally, 31source switching, 30IInput Selection, 30Internet Resources, 48Invisible Button Art, 37JJump Capabilities, 23Jump To A Device Group, 8w/oChanging Inputs, 9Jump to a Macro Group, 8LLabel Mode, 16Switch Modes, 17Labeling, 32LCD Timeout, 13Learn Mode, 16Switch Modes, 17Learning Eye, 2Learning, 18preamp/receiver inputs, 30source selection, 30Left and Right hard buttons, 10programming, 31Left menu bar, 8Level Setting, 14List of Marantz Devices, 36, 57Local Progamming, 31low memory, 50MMacro Menu Bar, 3Macro Tips, 21Macro/Panel Jumps, 23macro-friendly, 20Macros, 20as a Device Action, 26capabilities, 23Delay, 24from a home button, 26From Device Buttons, 23fundamentals, 43jumps to panels, 23moving commands, 26nesting macros, 45Notation, 43RC Commands, 24Step by Step, 24Use the Scroll arrows, 26with a PC, 47MarantzFactory Default, 17,35-38Restoring Default, 57 Devices, 36Memory Warning, 50Mode Button, 3Hiding via Setup panel, 14Switch Modes, 17Modes, 6Switch Modes, 17Working with Modes, 16Move Mode, 16Switch Modes, 17Moving Menus, 39multiple step operations, 20Mute Button, 12programming, 31NNaming, 32Navigating Control Panels, 7Nesting Macros 45NO IR, 9OOn Commands 20Operating a Device, 12Operation Planning, 20PPanel number, 3explanation, 10PC programming, 47Planning Help Lists, 20Planning Macros, 20Power Macros, 21
User Guide60 60Programming, 18Buttons, 28Help Lists, 22input changes, 30macro fundamentals, 43source selection, 30with a PC, 47Protecting Your Work, 27RRC5000 Setup 47Internet, 48RC5200 icon, 3Recharging Contacts, 2Recharging dock, 4Reset Button, 2Restore Deleted Device, 39Restore Marantz Default, 57Restoring, 41RevertThe Revert Button, 14-15Memory Management, 17Using Revert, 57right menu bar, 8SScroll Arrows, 3, 10in macros, 26Scroll TV Inputs Command, 21Selecting Source Macros 21Sending Eye, 2Serial Port, 2Setup Panels, 13Show/Hide Device, 14Show/Hide Macro, 14Source Switching, 30Specifications, 56Status Template, 37Switch Modes, 17Symbols, 54TTabButtons, 11buttons do not work, 49Teaching, 18Templates for Devices, 36, 57Time, 13Toggle Type Commands, 21Touchscreen, 2Backlight Level Setting, 14Calibrating, 14LCD Timeout, 13Turning on the display, 6Using touchscreen, 12Troubleshooting, 49Buttons are not sending, 49Devices do not respond, 49display is blank, 49display is to dark, 49display is too light, 49input source changes, 50low on memory, 50Macros or Tab Style Jumpbuttons, 49RC5000i beeps, 49The TV goes blank, 50won’t edit, 50won’t switch modes, 50won't delete, 50won't label, 50Typing, 32UUse Mode, 16Use mode, 6Switch Modes, 17VVolume Buttons, 12programming 31WWriting, 32ZZooming Keyboard, 33Index
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