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Universal Remote Recommendations
Posted on 12/8/14 at 9:53 am
Posted on 12/8/14 at 9:53 am
We have like 6 remotes that I'm going to go on a killing spree because of if I don't consolidate this bullshite.
Anyone use something specifically for streaming devices? We have a TV, Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast, DVD player, HDMI switch box...frick me
Any suggestions?
Anyone use something specifically for streaming devices? We have a TV, Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast, DVD player, HDMI switch box...frick me
Any suggestions?
This post was edited on 12/8/14 at 9:54 am
Posted on 12/8/14 at 9:54 am to Leonard Threenette
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TV, Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast, DVD player, HDMI switch box
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Any suggestions?
Pick one
Posted on 12/8/14 at 10:07 am to Leonard Threenette
Logitech Harmony remotes dominate the market. They're pricey but I've had good luck on e-bay with some of their older models. The 880 is the best one IMO. Avoid the 670 which has screen problems. They've got a library of settings by make and model on-line that covers every device I've ever tried to configure, including a 3-way HDMI switch.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 10:12 am to Leonard Threenette
I use several Harmony remotes at different tvs in my house and each TV has at least one of the devices you have listed and each remote handles them flawlessly.
Chromecast and the Amazon Fire TV are the only devices that the Harmony remote won't run. The Chromecast uses another device to cast and control its content and the Amazon Fire uses A blue tooth remote to control it.
Harmony is the brand you should buy.
Chromecast and the Amazon Fire TV are the only devices that the Harmony remote won't run. The Chromecast uses another device to cast and control its content and the Amazon Fire uses A blue tooth remote to control it.
Harmony is the brand you should buy.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 10:17 am to Leonard Threenette
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Any suggestions?
I've always had good success with the logitech harmony series of remotes in regards to general universal remote use. Basically you can controll anything that has a IR receiver. The higher level models usually have the addition of RF and bluetooth capabilities as well.
Last time I bought a remote was a few years ago. At that time they had gimped some of the lower level models (compared to years previous) in the sense that they limited the amount of devices one remote controls. Seemed like a purely software decision at time.
I don't know if that's change. Otherwise to control that many devices may require a higher level remote.
In any case, the harmony series should be able to control your apple tv, roku, DVD player, and TV.
Will not control your Chromecast, but the logitech harmony remotes allow you to create an activity(I.e. "watch chromcast") that would switch everything to the appropriate input.
Of course this would depend on whether or not your HDMI switch is controllable by the remote. If it has IR input, then you should be able to teach the remote all of the signals.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 10:23 am to Puffoluffagus
I just bought the Harmony 700 which went on sale at best buy this weekend. I love it so far. I'm using it for Apple TV, Cable Box, Receiver, & DVD.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 11:01 am to Leonard Threenette
Use your phone.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 11:10 am to WONTONGO
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Use your phone.
This, if your phone has an IR blaster.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 11:12 am to Leonard Threenette
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I'm going to go on a killing spree
Duly noted
Posted on 12/8/14 at 11:13 am to The 25 Jersey
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if your phone has an IR blaster.
It doesn't have to with all these wifi connected boxes
FYI: Remotes are discounted today
This post was edited on 12/8/14 at 11:19 am
Posted on 12/8/14 at 11:24 am to Leonard Threenette
My logitech harmony is the only "universal remote" I've ever owned that was truly able to control everything. Every other remote I've tried had at least 1 thing it wouldn't recognize.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 11:43 am to Jimbeaux28
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Amazon Fire TV are the only devices that the Harmony remote won't run.
This will depend on your TV. My 2011 model LG detects the fire as a simplink device and I can control it using the TV remote.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 12:31 pm to junkfunky
Appreciate the advice everyone
Posted on 12/8/14 at 7:41 pm to junkfunky
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This will depend on your TV. My 2011 model LG detects the fire as a simplink device and I can control it using the TV remote.
Interesting. Might have to plug it into the den TV and see what happens.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 8:06 pm to Leonard Threenette
I've had a harmony one for 4 years and it still works great. Easy to expand to other devices.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 9:49 pm to Coater
Another harmony fan here. I'm using the 650 for my TV, uverse box, bluray player and denon reciever
This post was edited on 12/9/14 at 7:07 am
Posted on 12/8/14 at 10:20 pm to Leonard Threenette
I have the Harmony 700. Using it currently with TV, satellite receiver, DVR, Apple TV, and EdenPURE heater. I haven't tried my ceiling fan yet but I'm guessing it may work also.
This post was edited on 12/8/14 at 10:22 pm
Posted on 12/8/14 at 10:28 pm to Captain Lafitte
I've had 2 harmony remotes. One of the first ones (700 something maybe? IDK) and the rectangle touch screen 1000 or something.
700 was good but after about two years it wouldn't charge. Tried new battery and charger but I guess the contacts were screwed up. It was a gift so it didn't bother me much.
The 1000 sucked. Not nearly as easy to use as the full size remote and shite out after a little over a year. It just went blank and wouldn't connect with my computer to reset. Reading around online it appeared to be a pretty common issue. Logitech basically told me I was SOL.
They're awesome when they work but I just can't justify spending that kind of money on a 1-2 year solution.
That being said, I know plenty of people that have used and loved them and had zero issues over several years. I just am not one of them.
700 was good but after about two years it wouldn't charge. Tried new battery and charger but I guess the contacts were screwed up. It was a gift so it didn't bother me much.
The 1000 sucked. Not nearly as easy to use as the full size remote and shite out after a little over a year. It just went blank and wouldn't connect with my computer to reset. Reading around online it appeared to be a pretty common issue. Logitech basically told me I was SOL.
They're awesome when they work but I just can't justify spending that kind of money on a 1-2 year solution.
That being said, I know plenty of people that have used and loved them and had zero issues over several years. I just am not one of them.
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