JP1 Remotes

bigbge · Joined: 22 Dec 2003 Posts: 35

I have been using my JP1 programmed 8910 successfully for a long time. However, I noticed that my Cable Box in particular (Comcast/Motorola).doesn't seem to respond to all button pushes consistently. When I use its own remote it works well. Has anyone noticed this or have any clues?

(I have replaced batteries)
I am using device code 1495.

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

Generally, the Device (setup) code is meaningless unless you are using a built-in device code, which in this case I believe you are NOT (since there IS no built-in 1495 Setup Code in the 8910). The device upgrade that you are using might shed some light on your problems, if it uses a protocol that perhaps is sub-optimal for your equipment. Please upload your Device Upgrade that you are using and provide a link to it here and someone will take a look.
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bigbge · Joined: 22 Dec 2003 Posts: 35

The Robman · Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2007 12:30 pm Post subject:

speaker.guy · Exile Island Resident Joined: 17 Apr 2007 Posts: 260

I use the Motorola DCT6412 III("1493") YOU referred to, that I downloaded from the upgrade area and it works fine with my Motorola 3416 (just like the 6412). You should have better luck with it. Try it before you embark on a tedious analysis effort.

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

bigbge · Joined: 22 Dec 2003 Posts: 35

Posted the keymap master file http://www.hifi-remote.com/forums/dload.php?action=file&file_id=4496

I checked and the protocol for the 6200 in this file is the same as the protocol for various versions of the 6412 that are posted.

The upgrade and the remote work, its just behaves as if sometimes the keypresses are not responded to. I can see from the red light the signal is going out. I suspected it was the Motorola box which does have some problems in this area. However, when I use the Comcast remote, it works fine. I am also suspicious it could be the 8910 has lower output power. Any other clues?

speaker.guy · Exile Island Resident Joined: 17 Apr 2007 Posts: 260

Behavior sounds typical of some sort of mismatch. I had a similar problem with my Westinghouse LCD TV. It responded to a number of protocols, some much better than others.
Pleae try that Motorola 6412 III upgrade and see if it works better.

greenough1 · Joined: 30 Jan 2005 Posts: 659

Both the 6412 (III) and the 3416 are notorious for sometimes ignoring keypresses. Actually they cache them and then execute them when they feel like it Wink

I'm not sure what firmware I'm running on my 3416, but it's generally alot better than it was say 1 year ago, but still sometimes it caches keypresses.

The upgrade is fine, it's the box that's off.

Best,
jeff

speaker.guy · Exile Island Resident Joined: 17 Apr 2007 Posts: 260

I never have that problem with an 8910 running the Motorola 6412 III("1493") upgrade. It has always been solid as a rock.

PJStyles · Joined: 10 Sep 2006 Posts: 12

I tried this latest file with my 8810 with mixed results. Some buttons worked properly but others executed the wrong function altogether. For instance, I would press GUIDE and the PVR would start recording. Something isn't jiving here. Any suggestions?

PJStyles

greenough1 · Joined: 30 Jan 2005 Posts: 659

I've been using this exact upgrade HERE for 2 years with no problems with an 8910 and an 8811. Could the issue be you're not using the latest KM?

jeff

andyross · Joined: 13 Jun 2004 Posts: 261 Location: Aurora, IL

Another important piece of information may be what software is used on the cable box. Comcast mostly uses iGuide (defaults to blue color), but other companies may use other software. Basic codes should work for all, but some for DVR and other features may vary.