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Solution
Ensure that the serial cable
is connected properly to both the
computer-connector port and the
serial port. See “Connecting the
TC1000 to Your Computer,”
page 15.
computer-connector port and the
serial port. See “Connecting the
TC1000 to Your Computer,”
page 15.
Touchscreen
My backlight, contrast, and time
settings are lost.
settings are lost.
Cause
Replacing the batteries or
pressing the reset button restores all
settings to their default
configuration.
settings to their default
configuration.
Solution
Adjust the backlight, con-
trast, and time settings to your pref-
erence. See “Adjusting the Display
Time-Out,” page 13, “Adjusting the
Touchscreen Contrast,” page 11,
and “Setting the Time,” page 12, as
needed.
erence. See “Adjusting the Display
Time-Out,” page 13, “Adjusting the
Touchscreen Contrast,” page 11,
and “Setting the Time,” page 12, as
needed.
I cannot see the display.
Cause
The display timed out, turning
off the display.
Solution
Adjust the display setting to
your preference. See “Adjusting the
Display Time-Out,” page 13.
Display Time-Out,” page 13.
Cause
Dead batteries.
Solution
Replace the batteries. See
“Replacing the Batteries,” page 28.
Cause
The contrast is set too low.
Solution
Adjust the contrast setting.
See “Adjusting the Touchscreen
Contrast,” page 11.
Contrast,” page 11.
The touchscreen remains blank
Causes
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The batteries are low or dead.
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The batteries were installed
incorrectly.
incorrectly.
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The batteries are old.
Solution
Replace all batteries. See
“Replacing the Batteries,” page 28.
Cause
The display timed out.
Solution
Increase the period
assigned to the Display Time-out
feature. See “Adjusting the Display
Time-Out,” page 13.
feature. See “Adjusting the Display
Time-Out,” page 13.
Cause
The contrast settings may be
set too low.
Solution
Adjust the contrast setting
to your preference. See “Adjusting
the Touchscreen Contrast,”
page 11.
the Touchscreen Contrast,”
page 11.
I received a Low Batteries icon in the
title bar on my touchscreen.
title bar on my touchscreen.
Cause
The batteries are low.
Solution
Have fresh batteries ready
to replace all batteries when you
receive the Low Batteries warning.
See “Replacing the Batteries,”
page 28.
receive the Low Batteries warning.
See “Replacing the Batteries,”
page 28.
The Low Batteries warning appears in
the center of the touchscreen and then
the display disappears.
the center of the touchscreen and then
the display disappears.
Cause
The batteries are too low to
provide proper operation.
Solution
Replace all batteries. See
“Replacing the Batteries,” page 28.
My batteries don't last very long.
Cause
Using the Backlight button
wears down the batteries when used
extensively.
extensively.
Solution
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Use the Backlight button less.
–or–
Reduce the period assigned to the
Display Time-out feature. See
“Adjusting the Display Time-Out,”
page 13.
Display Time-out feature. See
“Adjusting the Display Time-Out,”
page 13.
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Computer
I don't have a serial port available to
connect the TC1000 to my computer.
connect the TC1000 to my computer.
Cause
Each serial port already has a
device connected to it.
Solution
Disconnect a computer
peripheral device from a serial port
that you don't use or need, and then
remove it from the list of devices in
the Windows Device Manager. Note
that after removing a device from
the Windows Device Manager, you
will need to reinstall it, if you choose
to again use it on that serial port.
that you don't use or need, and then
remove it from the list of devices in
the Windows Device Manager. Note
that after removing a device from
the Windows Device Manager, you
will need to reinstall it, if you choose
to again use it on that serial port.
To remove a computer peripheral
device, for example a mouse:
In Windows 95 or Windows 98
device, for example a mouse:
In Windows 95 or Windows 98
1 Click the Start button on the Win-
dows taskbar, point to Settings,
and then click Control Panel.
and then click Control Panel.
2 Double-click System, click the
Device Manager tab, select the
device in the list, and then click
Remove.
device in the list, and then click
Remove.
In Windows NT
1 Click the Start button, point to
Settings, and then click Control
Panel.
Panel.
2 Double-click Add/Remove
Programs.
3 Select the program assigned to the
serial port, click Add/Remove, and
then click OK.
then click OK.
4 Close all applications and restart
your computer.
If your mouse is connected to a serial
port, check to see if you have a mouse
(PS/2) port. If so, you can install a PS/2
mouse. Or, if you have a Universal
Serial Bus (USB) port and are running
Windows 98, you can install a USB
mouse.
port, check to see if you have a mouse
(PS/2) port. If so, you can install a PS/2
mouse. Or, if you have a Universal
Serial Bus (USB) port and are running
Windows 98, you can install a USB
mouse.
The computer-connector plug on the
serial cable does not work with my
computer
serial cable does not work with my
computer
Cause
The computer has a 25-pin
serial port.
Solution
Use a 9-pin-to-25-pin serial
adapter to connect the serial port:
1 Insert the 25-pin side of the adapter
into the serial port and tighten the
screws.
screws.
2 Insert the computer-connector plug
into the 9-pin side of the adapter.
I use an extension serial cable,
connected to my serial port
connected to my serial port
Cause
Signal interference may occur
when the serial cable is not connect-
ed directly to the computer.
ed directly to the computer.
Solution
Connect the computer con-
nector plug directly to the serial port
on the computer.
on the computer.
Take Control Version
I need to determine the version of my
Take Control.
Take Control.
Cause
You need to find out what
version of Take Control you have.
Solution
1 On the Home menu, select
1 On the Home menu, select
Troubleshooting.
2 Scroll to the bottom of the menu,
and then select About to view the
version.
version.
Troubleshooting
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Care of Your Take Control
We designed Take Control for minimal
maintenance. These instructions provide
you with steps that can keep it working
for many years to come.
maintenance. These instructions provide
you with steps that can keep it working
for many years to come.
General Care
Follow these steps for optimum perfor-
mance and longevity of your Take
Control:
mance and longevity of your Take
Control:
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Keep your Take Control away from
small children and pets.
small children and pets.
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Do not drop your Take Control.
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Keep your Take Control away from
heat sources, such as heating registers
or direct sunlight.
heat sources, such as heating registers
or direct sunlight.
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Keep your Take Control away from
liquids. Never immerse it in water. If
liquid should enter the unit, have it
examined by an authorized Harman
Kardon service center before using.
See “Technical Support” for more
information.
liquids. Never immerse it in water. If
liquid should enter the unit, have it
examined by an authorized Harman
Kardon service center before using.
See “Technical Support” for more
information.
Cleaning
Occasional cleaning may be required,
depending upon use.
To clean your TC1000:
1 Disconnect the TC1000 from your
depending upon use.
To clean your TC1000:
1 Disconnect the TC1000 from your
computer, if connected.
2 Dampen a lint-free cloth with water,
mild detergent, or rubbing alcohol
and wipe the touchscreen, selector
wheel, buttons, and outer surfaces
clean.
and wipe the touchscreen, selector
wheel, buttons, and outer surfaces
clean.
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Replacing the Batteries
Take Control provides you with two levels
of low-battery indication: Low Battery
and Low Battery Warning.
of low-battery indication: Low Battery
and Low Battery Warning.
A Low Battery indication appears as
an icon in the title bar on the touch-
screen, next to the time display. This icon
appears when batteries reach a level of
4.0 volts. You can continue to operate
the TC1000 when this icon appears.
A Low Battery Warning indication
appears as an icon in the center of the
touchscreen. You will see this icon for
four seconds, before the touchscreen
turns off. This icon appears when batter-
ies reach a level of 3.8 volts. You cannot
operate the TC1000 with a Low Battery
Warning.
If you receive a low-battery indication,
replace all of your batteries with fresh AA
alkaline batteries. During replacement,
ensure that all the batteries are oriented
properly in the battery compartment,
observing the key—a vertical slot for the
battery tip—for the positive (+) end. If
the batteries are not inserted properly,
the TC1000 will not work.
screen, next to the time display. This icon
appears when batteries reach a level of
4.0 volts. You can continue to operate
the TC1000 when this icon appears.
A Low Battery Warning indication
appears as an icon in the center of the
touchscreen. You will see this icon for
four seconds, before the touchscreen
turns off. This icon appears when batter-
ies reach a level of 3.8 volts. You cannot
operate the TC1000 with a Low Battery
Warning.
If you receive a low-battery indication,
replace all of your batteries with fresh AA
alkaline batteries. During replacement,
ensure that all the batteries are oriented
properly in the battery compartment,
observing the key—a vertical slot for the
battery tip—for the positive (+) end. If
the batteries are not inserted properly,
the TC1000 will not work.
Tip
Keep the period short for the Display time-
out feature to extend the life of your batteries.
Important
Removing one or more batter-
ies returns the contrast, speaker, and time
to their default configuration. It does not
change learned IR codes, activities, macros,
or any customizing of buttons performed
through the Take Control Editor.
to their default configuration. It does not
change learned IR codes, activities, macros,
or any customizing of buttons performed
through the Take Control Editor.
Battery Safety Precautions
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Keep batteries out of reach of
children.
children.
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Don’t mix old and new batteries, or
batteries of different types (for
example, carbon and alkaline
batteries).
batteries of different types (for
example, carbon and alkaline
batteries).
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Always remove old, weak, or worn-
out batteries promptly and dispose of
them in accordance with your local
ordinances.
out batteries promptly and dispose of
them in accordance with your local
ordinances.
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If a battery leaks, remove all batteries
and dispose of them in accordance
with your local ordinances. Before
inserting new batteries, thoroughly
clean the battery compartment with a
damp paper towel, or follow the
battery manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions for cleanup. If fluid from the
battery comes into contact with skin
or clothes, flush skin with water
immediately.
and dispose of them in accordance
with your local ordinances. Before
inserting new batteries, thoroughly
clean the battery compartment with a
damp paper towel, or follow the
battery manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions for cleanup. If fluid from the
battery comes into contact with skin
or clothes, flush skin with water
immediately.
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Remove the batteries if your system
controller is to be stored for longer
than a month without being used.
controller is to be stored for longer
than a month without being used.
Special Precautions
The precautions below are to prevent the
sudden release of electrolytes, which
these prohibited actions can cause:
sudden release of electrolytes, which
these prohibited actions can cause:
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Do not open, puncture, or mutilate
the batteries.
the batteries.
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Do not heat batteries in an attempt to
recharge them.
recharge them.
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Do not use a fire to dispose of
batteries.
batteries.
Released battery electrolyte is corrosive,
can cause damage to the eyes and skin,
and may be toxic if swallowed.
can cause damage to the eyes and skin,
and may be toxic if swallowed.
Care of Your Take Control
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