JP1 Remotes

GTP1012 · Joined: 04 Aug 2005 Posts: 5

I have a ReplayTV 2020 remote that lost its ReplayTV code. The remote still works and I was told I could upload the code using JP1 cable. I made a simple parallel interface cable, downloaded IR.exe version 6.15, Keymap-Master version 8.33, RDFs for KM, and the ReplayTV upgrade codes version 5.08 from the JP1 YahooGroups.

I followed this instruction and the first time I did it, I was able to upload the ReplayTV code. But some of the functions weren't assigned to the buttons as I must have forgotten to assign the functions under the Buttons tab. So I went back to the beginning of the instruction, but now I can't get the remote to work. I don't know what I'm doing wrong. Please help!

Capn Trips · Expert Joined: 03 Oct 2003 Posts: 3990

Your link to the Yahoo group file

GTP1012 · Joined: 04 Aug 2005 Posts: 5

Thanks for replying.

I have updated the link to the ReplayTV upgrade codes above.

Unfortunately, I didn't save the IR file that worked. Crying or Very sad

Here's the IR file that doesn't work.

Capn Trips · Expert Joined: 03 Oct 2003 Posts: 3990

whompus · Joined: 27 Apr 2005 Posts: 540

From looking at your file I would first try changing device type to cable or oem_mode.

When opening your ir file I get an error that say conflict at fixed data address $001C. Do you get that when opening in ir as well? If so try uploading both ways meaning with ir fixing it and without ir fixing it to see if that is the problem.

Capn Trips · Expert Joined: 03 Oct 2003 Posts: 3990

whompus · Joined: 27 Apr 2005 Posts: 540

GTP1012 · Joined: 04 Aug 2005 Posts: 5

(a)When you upload, do you get the two blinks of the red "button" in IR?
Yes. The ReplayTV remote's LCD blinks twice as well. Btw, how long does it take to upload the upgrade code? After the two blinks, is the upload complete?

(b)Does IR return any pop-up dialgue boxes warning of problems?
No. The only pop-up that I get is the "confirm" dialog box.

(c)Does it appear that the remote is sending? (i.e. does the LED illuminate as if it were sending?)
The LED lights up when I press 0-9, Channel Up/Down, Volume Up/Down, Mute, Rew, Play, FF, Stop, and Pause buttons. The LED doesn't light up when I press the Channel Guide, Replay Guide, Replay Zones, Return to Live, Up, Down, Left, Right, Select, Instant Replay, Quick Skip, Rec, Jump, Display, Menu, Exit, Input, and TV/VCR buttons.

(d)Is the remote actually sending signals, but the REPLAY is not responding? (you can verify by looking at the IR transmitter through an LCD viewfinder on a Camcorder or Digicam)
I am not sure if it's sending signal while in ReplayTV mode. But I can control the TV, cable, or DVD when in TV, CATV, or VCR mode, respectively. (And the ReplayTV responds to my other remote so I know the ReplayTV has no problem receiving the signal.)

(e)Do NONE of the buttons/functions work? ... or do several work and several not? Which ones?
None of the buttons/functions work when in ReplayTV mode.

(1)Your IR file looks fine, for what it can tell one. The upgrade you linked is set up for a 1994, not a Replay, so one cannot compare what the upgrade calls for vs. what you have in IR, but I would guess that's not the problem.
I loaded ReplayTV.txt in KM, then used the "Remote" drop down menu to change the selected remote I'm trying to program from 15-1994 to ReplayTV (version 1) / (version 2).

(2)Is the unit code on the Replay unit the same as the Unit code selected in your upgrade?
How can I tell what the Replay unit code is? The "Unit code" in KM is set to "0".

(3) have you tried the version 1 AND 2 rdfs?[/quote]
I'm not sure what you mean. Are you talking about selecting version 1 or 2 in KM under "Remote" or selecting version 1 and 2 in IR.exe under File > Set Directory > RDF Path? If the former, then yes. Neither one worked.

GTP1012 · Joined: 04 Aug 2005 Posts: 5

GTP1012 · Joined: 04 Aug 2005 Posts: 5

If someone can post an IR file of a working 2000 or 3000 series ReplayTV remote, maybe I can upload that... Idea

Capn Trips · Expert Joined: 03 Oct 2003 Posts: 3990

The Robman · Posted: Sun Aug 07, 2005 10:48 am Post subject:

I took a look at the IR file and didn't see anything obviously wrong with it, other than the fact that VCR mode is being used rather than OEM mode, which means you'll need to use lots of keymoves to get the rest of the Replay buttons working. Although, I did notice that the Replay lock was still turned on, which might be the cause of the problem.

There are two versions of the RTV remote in circulation and I don't know for sure which version you have. Therefore, could you perform a few steps to help us determine which version you have...

1) First, familiarize yourself with the file section here at hifi-remote.com, as it's easier to load files here than using sendme

2) Hook up your remote and use the Advanced > Initialize to $00 option (in IR.exe)

3) Then do a 981 reset on the remote.

4) Then do a keymove on the remote itself (ie, use the 994 command to copy a button from one place to another, use any button, it doesn't matter)

5) Save the IR file, post it in the Diagnosis Area, then post a link to it.
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pinky · Joined: 30 Aug 2005 Posts: 1

Hi,
I have a replaytv 2000 serie and a working remote.
if you show me how to do the jp1 wiering and how to use the software I can help you