How to configure MyURemote for Audio/Video control

This guide explains how to build a complete and correct MyURemote setup. Unlike the quickstart, this page goes deeper into how devices, zones and inputs work together.

1. Where configuration happens

All configuration is done in the MyURemote Configuration Panel. This is a web-based interface that works on PC, tablet and smartphone.

Open Configuration Panel

It opens in a new tab so you can keep this guide available.

2. The core configuration model

Every MyURemote setup follows the same structure. This order is essential:

  1. Devices – what you want to control
  2. Zones – rooms and control logic
  3. Inputs – how devices are connected
  4. Macros – automation and workflows

Zones and inputs depend on devices. That’s why devices always come first.

3. Step 1 — Create your Devices

Devices are the foundation of your setup: TVs, amplifiers, streamers, set-top boxes, projectors and more.

Three ways to add devices

  • Automatic discovery – supported devices detected on your network
  • Manual selection – choose from the MyURemote device database
  • Custom definition – create your own device and commands

Add a device

  1. Open Devices
  2. Click the + button
  3. Enter a clear name (e.g. “Living Room TV”)
  4. Select Brand and Product
  5. Select a Device Type if required
  6. Save

Technology (how devices are controlled)

  • IP – direct network control (TCP / HTTP / WebSocket)
  • IR – requires an IR controller (e.g. Global Caché)
  • Serial – requires a serial controller

In most cases, the selected device profile determines the correct technology automatically.

Controllers and discovery

Controllers such as Global Caché are typically discovered automatically. When needed, MyURemote will offer available controllers during device setup.

What if my device is not in the database?

Not every device needs to exist in the standard database. You can create your own device definition and define the exact commands.

This is useful for:

  • New or unsupported models
  • Custom IP protocols
  • IR devices with specific command sets
  • Advanced or integrator-level setups

→ Learn how to create custom devices and commands

4. Step 2 — Create Zones (rooms)

A Zone represents a room or setup (living room, bedroom, home cinema). It defines how devices work together.

Add a zone

  1. Open Zones
  2. Click the + button
  3. Enter a name and choose an icon
  4. Select the master device (Amplifier)
  5. Optionally select a display
  6. Save

What is the “master device”?

The master device controls the logic of the zone: input selection, active source and often volume.

This is often an AV receiver, but in many setups the TV acts as the hub. For example when all devices are connected to the TV and audio runs via ARC/eARC.

5. Step 3 — Define Inputs (connections)

Inputs define how your devices are connected to the master device.

  • Example: Apple TV → HDMI 1
  • Example: Set-top box → HDMI 2

This step is critical. Without inputs, MyURemote cannot generate a usable interface.

Inputs allow MyURemote to understand which device is active and automatically show the correct controls in the UI.

6. Step 4 — Macros (automation)

Macros allow you to execute multiple actions with one button.

  • Power on TV + receiver + select correct input
  • Start a movie setup
  • Switch the entire room to a different source

Macros are configured per zone and can include delays for real-world device timing.

→ Learn how to configure macros

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