Special Protocols for 6012 and 6131?

[joebikerider]

I am looking at the special-protocols-v1.17.xls and would like to use the VPT Changer on each of my new remotes, both extended, one URC-6012 and one URC-6131. They are not listed specifically. The URC models listed are URC-4080, URC-5680, URC-7200. URC-7541, URC-7560, URC-7800, URC-8011, URC-8060 and URC-8910. Is one of these close enough or will it require a spreadsheet revision for these remotes?

[johnsfine]

There is no purpose to a VPT Changer if you're using one of those extenders. Just put the right V_ commands in your device select macros and/or put all the V_ commands somewhere else. If you tell us what you're really trying to do then we can give a more detailed explanation.

[Mark Pierson]

As for the s-p spreadsheet, the URC-8011 would be equivalent to the 6012. I don't think any support for the 6131 has been added. As John said, with the extender, neither remote should need the VPT changer.

[johnsfine]

The 8011 is equivalent to the 6012. But for most of this sort of special protocol, the version for use without an extender is not equivalent to the version for use with an extender. So this special protocol not only isn't necessary with an extender, but also probably won't work with an extender.

[joebikerider]

Thanks for the quick reply. Perhaps I should fully explain my goal.

I have been playing with the LDKP protocol and it is truly changed the way I use my remote. I now have device keys that finally make sense to my wife. Single selects the device and double powers everything up, selects proper inputs on TV and Amp.

One word, WOW!

OK, I think I understand how to use the V_xx commands to accomplish the same functionality as the VPT changer protocol but here is what I would like to do.

I prefer the home theater amp and speakers for most TV viewing but my wife likes to ‘fill’ with TV audio. The ultimate would be the following;

Short mute press mutes TV and Amp
Long or double mute press toggles the VPT device between Amp and TV

I played a bit last night and made a little progress Although I was able to accomplish what I want by pressing multiple keys I would love to have all of that on the mute key.

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

[mtakahar]

Short mute press mutes TV and Amp
Long or double mute press toggles the VPT device between Amp and TV

Here's one way to do it:

Code: Select all

Device Button Short                  Long
------ ------ ---------------------- ----
AUD    Mute   X_TV;Mute;X_AUD Mute;  V_TV
TV     Mute   X_TV;Mute;X_AUD;Mute;  V_AUD

(Assuming AUD=Amp)


Untested, but hope this works.

Hal