I don't have a VCI-300 but I'll take a look when I have some time. What sort of problem are you having when you set it to Direct? Does it not turn off, or does it not turn on at all?

Everything you want to do is do-able. I don't think there should be a problem. If you are having issues with the Toggle function... that's a different story. If I have time tonight I'll look at it. It's a rough weekend, but I'll try my damndest.