Philips SRU8008-27: 5 Frequently Asked Questions

4.5 Language

To change the language of the SRU8008:

1 Go to Setup - Language and press .

2 Select the preferred language with the rotary wheel:

English, Français, Deutsch, Español, Italiano, Nederlands, Русский.

3 Confirm the new language.

The language used in the Setup menu is changed.

5 Frequently Asked Questions

Keys

Why are one or more keys not working with my device?

Not all functions are available in the database of the SRU8008 or the

code behind the key is defect.

You can fix a key by copying the signal from your original remote.

See ‘Fix a key’ on page 11.

How do I operate the Up, Down, Left, Right cursor keys for the

onscreen menu?

The rotary wheel is an easy-to-use, multifunctional control on your

SRU8008:

• When turning the rotary wheel, you scroll through the different

options on your remote control’s display.

• When pushing the rotary wheel at the top, at the bottom, at the left or

at the right, you navigate through the onscreen menu of the device (TV,

DVD, VCR, etc) you are controlling at that moment.

How can I add extra functions to the SRU8008?

See ‘Add a Function’ on page 14.

Brand

Why can I not find the brand of my device in the SRU8008?

Not all brands are available in the database of the SRU8008. When your

brand is not in the list:

• You can copy the keys from your original remote. See ‘Fix a key’ on

page 11.

-Or-

• You can select Not in list to perform a full database search.

The SRU8008 tests all available codes. This can take up to 25 minutes.

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Activity

Can I go from one activity to another?

No, when an activity is selected you cannot select the same or another

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activity once more. You have to switch off all devices before selecting a

new activity from the list.

Volume

Why are the volume keys not working properly?

After adding devices, the SRU8008 automatically copies the volume keys

and Mute key, as follows:

• Video devices, like DVD, DVDR, VCR and Satellite box, use the

volume keys of the TV.

• Audio devices, like CD, DMR and Tuner, use the volume keys of the

Amplifier or Receiver.

If you did not install the source device (TV, Amplifier or Receiver), the

volume keys and the Mute key will not work. To define the volume keys:

• You can install the source device on the SRU8008.

See ‘Add a Device’ on page 11.

-Or-

• You can copy the volume keys of another source device.

See ‘Copy the Volume’ on page 12.

Batteries

Why can I not enter the Setup menu?

When the battery level is too low, you cannot enter the Setup menu.

Replace the batteries with new alkaline batteries.

Why does the SRU8008 not wake up anymore?

The battery level is too low. Replace the batteries with new alkaline

batteries.

Do I loose my data when I replace the batteries?

No. Your data will be saved.

Can I use rechargeable batteries with my SRU8008?

Yes you certainly can. However, bear in mind that rechargeable batteries

tend to drain faster than alkaline batteries.

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