Connecting satellite television is impossible without the appropriate equipment, which includes the Tricolor TV remote control. It is an important part of the kit, without which it is impossible to fully use the receiver and watch TV channels. Therefore, users need to learn what each button does and be able to use the remote control correctly.
Subscribers should not be confused by the fact that most of the functions proposed by the developer are not used. You never know what will be needed in the near future, and therefore you should not ignore part of the functionality, recognizing it as useless in advance. It is better to immediately study all the features of the operation and configuration of the equipment, so as not to encounter unexpected difficulties later. Moreover, it is not difficult to understand and remember the purpose of the buttons. And in situations where the purpose of one of the keys has been forgotten, users are able to look at the instructions included with the equipment and refresh their memories.
Basic buttons on the remote control
If you disassemble the Tricolor TV remote control into its components and take a closer look at which keys are used most often, it turns out that there are very few of them. Subscribers most actively use 3 groups of buttons:
- Standby – designed to turn equipment on and off;
- a small panel with numbers necessary for quickly switching between TV channels;
- arrow keys needed to sequentially switch between TV channels and adjust the volume.
It is worth emphasizing that the difference between numbers and arrows is that with the help of the latter it is possible to switch only to the next or previous channel, but with numbers it will be possible to turn on any broadcast immediately if the subscriber knows its number.
The additional function of the arrows is associated with switching between various menu items, and therefore these buttons should be called the most important for TV viewers. Without them, it will not even be possible to properly configure and activate satellite television.
Settings buttons
Equally important for connecting and watching satellite television are the settings keys:
- Menu – from the name it is obvious that it is intended to call up the menu;
- Ok – is intended to confirm actions or select and call up a list of TV channels;
- Exit – cancels the action or returns the viewer to the previous page;
- No. ID – opens a page with information about the set-top box;
- Mail – required to read messages from the provider;
- TV/Radio – designed to switch between radio and TV channels;
- Cinema hall – enables the function of the same name if the subscriber has the appropriate subscription;
- Help – opens an information section containing help information.
It is the listed keys that allow you to configure the broadcast.
Advanced viewing settings buttons
For increased user convenience, the provider has provided 6 more buttons, pressing which allows you to activate additional useful functions:
- www – view a list of popular TV channels;
- time – call the time that will be shown on the TV monitor;
- EPG (TV Guide) – a special function that allows you to view a TV program;
- frame format – adjusting the image and editing the broadcast format;
- mute – instantly mute and unmute sound;
- TV chat - allows the viewer to use a special application that allows viewing the list of channels without turning off the main broadcast.
There are no other buttons to increase the convenience of viewers.
Children's remote control - a bright toy or a serious device?
Especially for its youngest TV viewers, the company released a remote control in a red-yellow and blue-yellow design, which looks like a bright toy. The purpose of the device, compatible only with the GS U 510 model, is to protect children from viewing adult content.
As expected, the Trikoror TV children's remote control is made from non-toxic materials that are safe for children. It has few buttons:
- standard “ON/OFF”;
- duplicated channel adjustment and switching keys;
- buttons with numbers from 0 to 9 and another with an asterisk - to call specific channels.
The remote control is programmed for 10 channels of the “Children’s” package (subject to its activation). It can also be adapted for use by older family members by setting the device to their favorite programs.
What do the colored buttons on the Tricolor TV remote control mean?
The last part of the device not mentioned earlier are the colored buttons. They can be seen in the photo of the Tricolor TV remote control with a description of the buttons. The main advantage of the mentioned keys is their multifunctionality and versatility. They perform an auxiliary function when setting up channels and television and allow you to view individual sections of the menu. At the same time, their purpose and description are usually written on the screen, so in order to understand the consequences of pressing, it is enough to pay attention to the information presented on the monitor.
Additionally, the keys have separate functions available when watching TV channels:
- F1 – instant short-term call of information about the current broadcast;
- F2 – providing information about the sound of the broadcast and related additional features;
- F3 – obtaining information about the possibility of connecting subtitles or similar text support;
- F4 – duplicates the “TV chat” function described above.
There are no other buttons or developer control systems provided, since the existing ones are sufficient to gain full access to all existing actions and TV settings.
What to do when the Tricolor TV remote control does not work
In situations where the Tricolor TV remote control does not work for users, the first step is to understand the reasons for what is happening. It is worth preparing for the fact that the device will have to be disassembled to see its internal condition.
In general, problems result from:
- dead batteries;
- a large amount of dirt inside the device;
- a simple malfunction of the receiver;
- incompatibility of the remote control with the set-top box (relevant for new equipment);
- input button pressed;
- technical breakdown.
Having determined the source of the trouble, you can move on to recovery. Depending on the causes of the problem, you should:
- change batteries for new ones;
- reboot the receiver and check if the connection is restored;
- press the input signal button to cancel its activation;
- disassembling and cleaning the device.
To prevent repairs from causing too much difficulty, it is worth preparing in advance a photo or a detailed diagram containing an accurate description and location of its components. This will avoid incorrect assembly and simplify the repair process. If you can’t solve the problem yourself, all you have to do is contact a specialist.
Malfunctions
Your remote control has stopped working and you don’t know where or what problem to look for or how to fix it. The remote control does not work for a variety of reasons. First of all, it’s worth checking it, namely, we check the batteries. Perhaps this was the cause of the malfunction. Their service life has expired. It is worth replacing the batteries with new ones.
The Tricolor set-top box has stopped responding and does not respond to the remote control, do not rush to return it for exchange. Perhaps the buttons on the control panel are simply stuck and have suffered mechanical damage. One of the reasons that the set-top box has stopped responding may be a software update. Thanks to the update, receivers can receive a higher quality satellite signal, which improves the picture. In order for the set-top box to start responding during the update, you will have to press the key combination “TV/RADIO” and “CHANNEL +” not on the remote control, but on the receiver itself. And on it we press the turn off button. After these steps, check whether the receiver reacts to the control panel. If the reason was hidden in the software update, then after all the actions taken, the PU will work.
Another reason is a mode that children or adults can accidentally turn on unknowingly. Check whether the standby mode is active on your remote control. To return to operating mode, simply press the “STANDBY” button once.
Mechanical damage, if the PU often fell or was dropped, then it is possible that the microcircuit could be damaged. Only by opening the case can you find out what kind of damage occurred.
Another malfunction, clogging of the PU. PU is also often in our hands, like a mobile phone. When using it, for various reasons, a couple of drops of water, tea or other liquid may get in, dust accumulates between the buttons and inside, and grease from dirt accumulates. All of the above interferes with the normal functioning of the buttons. This can cause the buttons to stick and not work. Consequently, there will be no reaction to them. Disassembling and cleaning the PU can get rid of this malfunction.
How to disassemble the remote control
How to disassemble the launcher without causing damage is a question that almost everyone who has encountered one of the above malfunctions asks themselves. Before buying a new PU to replace it, try to repair the old one.
You can use video lessons on disassembling the PU of different Tricolor models. Each lesson shows a step-by-step analysis. Because you need to disassemble the PU slowly and carefully, so as not to damage the case and microcircuits, as well as rubber buttons.
Before opening the case, remove the batteries. Then you need to open the case with a flat screwdriver; to do this, run it around the entire perimeter. After this step, carefully remove the front panel. After removing it, you will be left with a rubber gasket with buttons. Putting it aside, the microcircuit will be openly available to you. If there are screws available, then they must be unscrewed.
The housing must be removed carefully to avoid damage.
Cleaning
Just like any thing that you use every day in your home needs to be cleaned, PUs also need general cleaning. Not only on the outside of the body, but also on the inside. Because the accumulation of fatty deposits from dirt interferes with the stable operation of the buttons. To clean the remote control, you need to disassemble it, and for this you must have information on how to disassemble the Tricolor. After you have been able to disassemble the PU body, you can proceed to cleaning. Prepare cotton swabs and alcohol. Soak a cotton swab in alcohol and wipe the board. You can wash the body with water and dry it well. You can also wash the rubber gasket with buttons with a product to wash off all accumulated fat.
Cleaning the remote control will help get rid of sticky buttons
Dry all the parts well; if water gets in, it must be removed and only then assemble the PU back to its original form.
Children's remote control Tricolor TV
The Tricolor TV children's remote control deserves special attention, designed for people who may accidentally press the wrong button and accidentally reset all existing settings. Its main advantage is the absence of unnecessary controls.
The device contains the following keys:
- turning equipment on and off;
- numbers for quickly jumping to the desired broadcast;
- arrows for switching TV channels and sound level;
- additional keys for volume control and moving to the next or previous channel.
That is, the remote control contains only basic controls, which eliminates the possibility of pressing the wrong button. Additionally, it only allows you to switch between children's programs. But the remote control can be reconfigured for other broadcasts, at the owner’s choice. The main thing is not to rush into making decisions and decide in advance which option will be optimal.
Remote control for smartphone
A special application for Android deserves special attention. It allows you to control your TV using your smartphone. At the same time, the program contains several different functions, including voice TV settings.
But those who want to download the Tricolor TV remote control for Android should not rejoice in advance, since now the program has ceased to receive support from the provider and has become inaccessible. That is, you won’t be able to download official software for your phone, and it’s not recommended to use unverified applications from folk craftsmen, since no one can guarantee its reliability and security.
How to set up the remote control
The correct installation and configuration of the remote control plays an important role, since the efficiency of its operation depends on this. Note that a regular remote control, which controls only the set-top box, does not require separate settings.
But a universal device requires clear sequential actions. In fact, there are two ways to configure the UPDU. The first method is manual, when you manually enter the four-digit code from the TV that you know. So, turn on the TV. Point the remote control at it and press the familiar on/off button. Hold it until the light indicator lights up twice. After this, the sound signal adjustment will appear on the TV screen. You must enter a code. And check how the remote control is connected to the TV. To do this, simply switch channels, press each button, and call up the menu. If all buttons function as intended, it means the installation and configuration was successful.
The second way to configure is to simply select the desired code in automatic mode. To use this method, turn on the box, press the on/off button and wait for a reaction. Do not release the button until sound or image appears on the screen. You can already start using the remote control, scroll through channels and much more. Try turning on the TV using the remote control. With the correct settings it should turn on.
To phone
Mobile devices running on the Android or iOS operating system have pushed the boundaries of their users. Several years ago, the Tricolor TV company decided to offer its subscribers to download a remote control to Android. A special application was developed.
The idea itself is not bad, since there are situations when you are looking for something to change channels in search of a remote control, then a smartphone could come to the rescue. But the special application did not catch on; it did not become popular among subscribers. And at the moment, a separate mobile remote control application simply does not exist; it is not available for installation.
You can control the TV not only from the remote control, but also from your phone
However, watching television on the phone, namely the content that is broadcast on TV, was not limited. You can connect a special Tricolor TV package, which works on 2 devices, and calmly watch your favorite TV shows on your smartphone.
You can also connect not only phones, but also tablets that also run Android OS.
Where to buy a remote control for Tricolor TV
If the remote control purchased with a set of equipment does not work, and its restoration is impossible, subscribers have to buy a new device. The satellite company recommends contacting official sales centers that sell high-quality, reliable equipment and components.
You can find out the addresses of the nearest dealership centers on the provider’s official website by simply opening the corresponding page. The department's work schedule is also indicated there.
In addition, the remote control can be found in regular hardware stores. But in such cases, Tricolor does not bear any responsibility for the quality of their work and compatibility with the set-top box.
Codes
The company includes a user manual or operating instructions for each of its equipment. To activate the universal remote control, you need to know the four-digit code of your television device.
Attention! If you entered the code for your television device, but it did not work, then experts recommend trying to find and enter the code for another TV.
Where can I find these codes for the TKTV remote control? This is one of the only companies that publishes codes in an accessible form, in the operating instructions. In this document, you will find codes for all TV manufacturers. Also on the pages of the company’s official website you can not only clarify the code of your device, but also check compatibility.
You enter these treasured four digits when you manually install the remote control. This process can be automated, we wrote about this above.
