Thanks for all the input. took a few days off in Columbus Ga. The motel I stayed at had these same sets, and the maint guy there sold me one of his remotes(master hotel unit) for $20.00. All I had to do was unlock the front panel controls. Had a feeling it was a remote control fix. thanks to all again. Terry Original problem was unit would not respond to front panel controls and a regular remote would turn it on and change channels but no volumn control or turning set off. Regular remotes menu button would only bring up CC, sleep timer and exit. ================================= Help make your TechAssist database better! Submit your fixes here: http://circuitwork.com/techassist/tip/#tips ================================= To UNSUBSCRIBE your email address, click here: mailto:techassist-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=unsubscribe