I had a similar problem a couple months ago. See the thread.

I sent the empeg back to England and they were unable to reproduce the problem but changed the IR receiver anyway. I have had no problems with the remote since.

Good luck with getting it fixed!

-Rob
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-Rob Riccardelli
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