In at least this thread, you didn't mention which "universal remote" you have. To use JP-1, if your remote is capable, you'll need a JP-1 cable, and the freeware available at the yahoo JP-1 group in it's files section. You may have to add the jp-1 header to your remote, depending on which model you have; some come with them already pre-installed, some don't. Start with telling us which model you have. Once started with JP-1, your questions would be best answered thru the JP-1 yahoo group. Depending on your remote model, you MAY be able to control it without JP-1. However, JP-1 would make it easier.
Jim