I was wondering if anybody has been successful in utilizing the volume "punch-through" feature of the 950 remote. It doesn't seem to work for me. When I try to un-program the punch-thru feature, the LED does not behave as it says it will in the manual, either. I have a Marantz 2000 remote which is proving pretty useless in learning the 950's commands. I read on another thread that it can't learn the source selection button codes from the 950. Oh well....

soundhound, I remember some discussion about this "punch through" months ago. Try doing a search of the posts. I think Gonk had some info about it. Hope this helps.
DmC

I don't know if you are having the same problem I had when I first got my 950, but just in case you are I'll offer my experience.

The first time I tried to set up punch-through, I read page 39 of the manual and misunderstood the first step -- I pressed "AUD" and "MUTE" together, then "VOLUME UP", then "AUD" -- which assigned volume punch-through to the AUD device (so it punched through to itself, which I suspect the remote just ignored entirely). I didn't catch my mistake until later. I needed to assign the punch-through for each separate device (DVD, TV, CD, ...) -- so for punch-through from the CD, I had to press "CD" and "MUTE" together, then "VOLUME UP", then "AUD" (so it would use the volume control for the AUD device).

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gonk -- Saloon Links | Pre/Pro Comparison Chart | 950 Review

My punch through works with no problems

Thanks for the info. I did it exactly like you did - per the manual - and probably got the same the same non-result. I'll try it like you suggest, going through all the other components, then AUD. That's what I get for being a nice boy and performing RTFM !!!

Any recommendations on a universal remote that works well with the 950? My Marantz 2000 doesn't learn the 950 codes, so it looks like time to upgrade. The 950 remote doesn't, well, exactly meet my needs....

Anyone have a Philips Pronto? That's what I have and I"m hoping it would work.

Answered my own question. Remote Central.com has the full CCF (config file) for the Pronto.

So the Outlaw 950 works with the Pronto line.

Here's the link to the CCF file

RemoteCentral.com

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[This message has been edited by Trekkie (edited September 18, 2002).]

The HTM MX-500, a great hard button remote. I like it. Or, maybe take a look at the MX-700.

I did manage to get the Marantz RC2000 (MKII) to recognize the commands on the 950 remote. I believe the only changes between the first model and the MKII is more memory and added buttons. During my first attempt, the RC2000 would learn all the commands except the SAT button (which consistently gave me the NG message). I tried again the other night in a "very well lit room" and the RC2000 finally accepted the code. I know external lighting plays a role in transfering IR remote commands successfully but I am not sure how. Anyway, try again in good lighting and see if it works better for you.

didjdude

are all remote codes the same? If so, I have a motorola DCT 2224/1661 digital cable converter box. Anyone have a clue as to what the code would be. I cannot find it on any listings.

Im also using the Marantz 2000 and have been able to learn everything I want except the SAT source key. It just wont accept this key which gives me instant input to Satelite. I can punch DVD, AMP (for the the 950), Tuner etc. and it will take me directly to that device by depressing the source key twice. But, when I punch SAT twice it will not put this input on the screen. It will control my DTC 100 and do all coomands on each of the 4 screens, but, IT WILL NOT COMMUNICATE THIS COMMAND TO THE 950! Strange! Anyone else experienced this??

Thanks for all the info. It looks like the Pronto is a good choice. I'm looking for an excuse anyway to dump my Marantz 2000. It's the older one that sucks batteries like they're going out of style. A real pain.

I went through the cable box codes, and for any others with the Motorola digital cable box, the jerrold 006 code works perfectly, right down to the menus.

I managed to get the punch through working with all my gear. Still can't program my ultimate TV commands into the remote. I will try to program the 950 commands into my Marantz 2000. I saw on another post that Everett did this successfuly