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What is CEC volume control?

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What is CEC volume control?

Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is a feature of HDMI designed to allow users to command and control devices connected through HDMI by using only one remote control. For example, by using the remote control of a television set to control a soundbar, set-top box and or Blu-ray player.

Is the universal remote supposed to control the AMP?

The universal remote volume buttons still control the TV volume! So how is it supposed to control my amp? I can also select the Sky box via the universal remote setup and click “Sync with TV power” so it turns on when the TV turns on. This option is not available for the amp even though I know that it can definitely do this!

How does the remote control work on Denon avr391?

The rubber sheet interfaces with a light grey flexible plastic rectangle with many metal circles embedded in it that conduct electricity. When you push a rubber button, it pushes on the plastic which pushes the metal against contacts in the mother board. BTW you must also remove the motherboard with a Phillips screw.

Why does my Denon remote not control volume?

The volume works but seems to be a weak connection. You must push the volume buttons several times and hold for a long time for it to work. Quite often it isn’t worth it and I just adjust on the unit. All other buttons function fine. Above answers were helpful in what isn’t the problem!

Can a headphone output be used as a universal remote?

The so called “UniversalRemote” capabilities only apply if actually using the HDMI ARC or the optical audio output or when dealing with external sources connected to the receiver. The headphone output isn’t intended to be used to connect external sources.

How to turn on a device with a universal remote?

Press the desired device button (TV, DVD, etc.) on the universal remote. Most remotes have at least 3-5 device buttons. 2 Press the Power or On button.

The rubber sheet interfaces with a light grey flexible plastic rectangle with many metal circles embedded in it that conduct electricity. When you push a rubber button, it pushes on the plastic which pushes the metal against contacts in the mother board. BTW you must also remove the motherboard with a Phillips screw.

The volume works but seems to be a weak connection. You must push the volume buttons several times and hold for a long time for it to work. Quite often it isn’t worth it and I just adjust on the unit. All other buttons function fine. Above answers were helpful in what isn’t the problem!

Why does my universal remote lose the codes?

Some universal remotes lose the programmed codes when both batteries are removed. When replacing batteries, do so one battery at a time. This ensures that there is a current running with just enough voltage to keep the stored codes from getting erased.