1. A method for controlling a video signal processing apparatus, comprising the steps of: coupling the apparatus to a plurality of peripheral devices via a data bus network connection; receiving identification information from each of the peripheral devices during a set up mode; providing an on-screen display for allowing a user to assign selected keys on a remote control device associated with the apparatus to control the peripheral devices; assigning the selected keys on the remote control device to control the peripheral devices in response to user inputs, wherein the user can assign any one of the selected keys to control any one of the peripheral devices according to the user's choice; and coupling an output of a selected one of the peripheral devices to a display device associated with the apparatus and configuring the remote control device to control the selected peripheral device in response to user actuation of the selected key assigned to control the selected peripheral device.