bk ck1.2 Developer's Guide

Using the IR Database

The CKEditor database is unique in the industry because it includes “secret” discrete codes that are not on the
actual keypads for many components. These codes are highly sought after by professional installers because they
make automation of the home theater possible via reliable macros! Here are the facts you need to know:

Discrete Commands versus Toggle Commands
When a keypad’s only button to turn on and off a TV set is labeled Power, it is usually a “toggle” command.Test it by
pressing the button twice. If the power button turns on the TV, then turns it off, it is a toggle command. If the compo-
nent stays on, it is a discrete (vital for reliable macros).

“Secret” Discrete Codes exist for some components. Why are they secret? Because the manufacturer
wants the keypad that accompanies the component to have the simplest appearance (fewest buttons). Since toggles
reduce the number of buttons, they make the keypad appear easier to operate. Many manufacturers understand the
needs of custom installers and build their components to also respond to discrete codes. They
distribute the discrete codes via service remotes, etc. For the first time, those codes are collected and integrated
into our database.

Not all components respond to the discrete codes in the Database. A component has to be BUILT to
respond to discrete codes.The fact that other models from the same manufacturer do respond to discrete codes
is the reason the codes are added to a code set. However, some models will not respond, because the manufacturers
did not build it to respond through budgetary considerations, time constraints or a simple oversight.

1 Open the Database Window - Select IR Database from the Program Menu or the Toolbar.

2 Select the Device - selecting it from the list box as 

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2 Category - Select the type or category of component 

(i.e.TV, VCR or DVD player).

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TIP - Start with the top Device first, so that after you

have programmed the first device, you can avoid
pulling down the menu again, simply tap the Next
Device button.