Logitech 700 - Manuals

6 Activities When you press an Activity button – Watch TV , Watch a Movie , or Listen to Music -- the Activity starts and the commands for that Activity appear on the screen. The commands that appear are related to the Activity, and apply to all of the devices that you use for that Activity. For exa...

7 The arrow buttons help you move through each page of options, while the side buttons allows you to choose a command or function. The center button lets you choose devices or Activities, or lets you back out of pages. The upper right corner of the screen shows which page is being shown, and how man...

8 Because obstacles or distance can interfere with the signals the Harmony 700 sends when it starts an Activity (for example, someone walks between your Harmony 700 and the TV when you press Watch TV , or you’re very far away from the system when you start an Activity), your Harmony 700 can become “...

10 The Harmony 700 senses when you pick it up, and lights up the display and buttons. To set the length of time the backlight stays on, follow these steps: From your Harmony Remote Software: Select the 1. Remote Settings tab. Click 2. Display Settings . Next to Glow Timing, select the number of seco...

11 The Harmony Remote Software leads you through a setup process and allows you to change your setup later if you wish. To begin, connect your remote to your computer using the USB cable provided and go to www.logitech.com/myharmony . Follow the instructions to download the Harmony Remote Software. ...

12 2. Connecting your Harmony 700 to your computer To connect your Harmony 700 to your PC, use the USB cable provided. Connect the smaller end of the cable to the USB port on your remote. 1. Connect the wider end of the USB cable to a USB port on your computer. 2. On the Check Connection page, the s...

13 4. Setting up Activities for your Harmony 700 To set up Activities, you use the Add Activities page to enter the information related to the Activities you will be using on your Harmony 700. The Harmony Remote Software shows you a selection of recommended Activities based on the device information...

14 5. Updating the remote After you enter your device and Activity information, the software saves your information and shows the Finish Setup page. It also transfers the information to your Harmony 700. After the software updates your remote, you’re ready to test your setup. For specific details ab...

15 Testing your setup Every time you update your Harmony 700, you should test your remote to ensure it’s working the way you expect. This chapter gives you the information you need to test your remote. It also has some suggestions on what to check while you’re testing your setup. If you run into spe...

16 Whether you get a new device or want to change the behavior of some buttons, you may need to make changes to your Harmony 700’s setup. The following sections provide you with the information to help you with these tasks. Changing your setup To add or change a device in your Harmony 700’s set up, ...

17 No picture? No sound? No problem! A passthrough device is a device that you add to your system that a signal passes through unaltered. For example, if you use your DVD recorder (or VCR) to record shows from your satellite or set top box, you may need to add your DVD recorder as a passthrough devi...

19 The Harmony 700’s Remote Assistant guides you through starting Activities. It also gives you more information about the status of your remote and the Activity you selected. For example, when you select the Watch TV Activity, the Remote Assistant asks you if the TV is on and if the other devices i...

20 Adding additional features to your Harmony 700 It’s possible that a device’s commands are not recognized. Maybe you have a very rare device? Or a new one? Although we update our device list regularly, there are always new devices in the market. To remedy this, you can teach your Harmony how to co...

21 Types of delays or speed settings If your device doesn’t react to a command from the Harmony 700, it may be because the delay setting needs to be adjusted. By default, different devices take different amounts of time to react to a command from a remote control. To accommodate these differences in...

22 Adjusting the delay between IR commands If you find the delay between IR commands is too long, especially when changing channels on your TV, you can change the delay time for a device that is reacting too slowly. The Harmony 700 uses several different delays to control your devices. For more info...

23 Maintaining your Harmony 700 Your Harmony 700 contains internal software, called firmware . The remote’s firmware is similar to your computer’s operating system. Logitech updates the firmware for your remote to ensure you’re always getting the most from your Harmony 700. Generally, when you conne...

24 Troubleshooting problems with your Harmony 700 In this section, you’ll find some commonly reported issues and the suggested solutions. These solutions may help you fix problems you’re experiencing. If you still cannot fix the problem, refer to Getting help with your Harmony 700 . The TV doesn’t t...

26 Figuring out which inputs your system uses One of the most important parts to creating your Activities for your Harmony 700 is determining which inputs your system uses for each device. This chapter gives you some suggestions on how to figure out which inputs your entertainment system uses if you...

27 Option 3 — Select the input from an on-screen menu In this case, your device uses an on-screen menu from which you can select the input you want. When you press the source button, the menu appears on your TV screen. Then, you use another button on the remote to choose the input you want, and then...

28 Step 2 — Watch the TV In this step, you must use your TV’s original remote control to switch between inputs. Using your TV’s original remote, select each input one-at-a-time. 1. For each input, note which device appears to be connected to that input. 2. For example, if you switch to VIDEO 1 and s...

29 Getting help with your Harmony 700 If you’re experiencing problems and can’t find the solution, our courteous and expert professionals can assist! From your home page, click the More Support button located in the Tip Center and then select the Contact Us tab. Contacting Customer Support You can a...

30 When one or more of your devices don’t power on or off, or when they don’t switch inputs correctly, you can use the Help button on the remote for simple troubleshooting. Answer the questions on your Harmony 700 to re-synchronize it with your entertainment system. See Using the Help button . Using...

On most entertainment components, the model number is usually found on a label located on the front, back or bottom. Tip CenterHow to Find Model Numbers If you cannot find the model number on the component itself, the user manual that came with your component should list the manufacturer and model n...

32 Appendix B - Glossary Amplifier Anamorphic views Aspect ratio A/V switch DLP® (Digital Light Processing) DVD recorder (DVR) HDTV (High Definition Television) In sync Light controller Mini-system NTSC (National Television System(s) Committee) A stereo component that outputs to speakers, and increa...

35 Appendix C - Product Specification LCD Size 1.5" Diagonal LCD Resolution 128 x 128 LCD Screen 65,000 Color Power Source Rechargeable Power Type NiMH AA Brands Supported 5,000+ Devices Supported 200,000+ Maximum number of devices per account 6 Backlit keypad Yes Backlight Color White IR Learni...