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Universal remote suggestions
Posted on 7/7/14 at 1:01 pm
Posted on 7/7/14 at 1:01 pm
Need some suggestions or input regarding universal remotes.
Someone is looking to buy one and came to me and I really don't have a clue these days.
They want something with the external infrared sensor so they can put boxes hidden. Logitech always was one if the best options I knew of but haven't kept up in years. Not sure if anything newer / better stands out these days.
Budget is approximately $200
Someone is looking to buy one and came to me and I really don't have a clue these days.
They want something with the external infrared sensor so they can put boxes hidden. Logitech always was one if the best options I knew of but haven't kept up in years. Not sure if anything newer / better stands out these days.
Budget is approximately $200
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Posted on 7/7/14 at 1:03 pm to loopback
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Universal remote suggestions
you want a programmable remote, not a universal remote.
and yes, get a logitech. try out a $30 harmony 520 refurb..it works basically the same as the more expensive ones..they all connect to logitech's cloud & you input your device model #s and it will do the rest for you.
if you want RF in addition to IR, you'll have to buy a more expensive model..but they do the same thing (except through walls).
Posted on 7/7/14 at 1:12 pm to loopback
I've got a Logitech harmony that I got from radio shack for like $70.. Very easy to use and setup , plus its pretty durable.. I dropped it on a glass of water accidently and it's still running strong
Posted on 7/7/14 at 1:13 pm to CAD703X
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harmony 520
This is a universal remote...at least according to logitech.
Posted on 7/7/14 at 1:16 pm to CAD703X
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get a logitech
Some early models were real duds with bad screens. I have had good luck with my current one which is a model 880. One of the things I like about it is that it comes with a charging cradle.
Low end models are limited in the number of devices they can control, usually up to five. Higher end models have more capacity--15+ devices.
This post was edited on 7/7/14 at 1:17 pm
Posted on 7/7/14 at 1:56 pm to loopback
I have a Harmony One and its been great. No complaints tho I dont think they make that model any more.
Posted on 7/7/14 at 3:37 pm to Layabout
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Some early models were real duds with bad screens. I have had good luck with my current one which is a model 880. One of the things I like about it is that it comes with a charging cradle.
I have two 880s in my house, one in my bedroom and one in my living room. I bought one brand new with the cradle for $200ish? And the other was refurb with no cradle that I got for about $50ish. Both are my favorite remotes I have owned and I have just replaced batteries in them once each. This one isn't made anymore though they had a similar model last year I think. Their big shift was to the One and I just didn't care for it
Posted on 7/7/14 at 4:02 pm to loopback
Can't link because I am on my phone but I have 2 Harmony 900s and both have been excellent!
All of my equipment is in a closed cabinet and one remote has to go 30 feet to reach it and it does it like a champ
All of my equipment is in a closed cabinet and one remote has to go 30 feet to reach it and it does it like a champ
Posted on 7/7/14 at 4:57 pm to loopback
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They want something with the external infrared sensor so they can put boxes hidden
Get an RF solution. It's much more reliable.
Posted on 7/7/14 at 5:28 pm to VABuckeye
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Get an RF solution. It's much more reliable.
honestly, most of my stuff (even my onkyo 626) works from android apps these days.
combine that with chromecast or xbox one and who even needs a programmable remote anymore?
Posted on 7/7/14 at 5:48 pm to CAD703X
Depends on how many pieces of equipment you have and how many things you want to operate with one button press. I have two 4' high racks side by side in my theater loaded with gear. Obviously I need some type of control system (I have Crestron) to avoid having to use many remotes (or apps). Someone with a much simpler system can do as you suggested.
There is no one size fits all. It's all dependent on need.
There is no one size fits all. It's all dependent on need.
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