Re: [slim] Re: Universal (All-for-one) remote controls?
"Michael Amster" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message news:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > MrC. I have found that the TheaterMaster MX-700 is a nice, > programmable, backlit unit with a combo of hard buttons and LCD. I have > it working with our Dish 921 (boy I wish I got the 942 - if I had just > waited A YEAR). It works with SlimServer, B&K Ref 50, Toshiba 57HX82 > TV. Let me know if you want more info. I have an MX-500, and love it, although I've had a couple issues. The "left cursor" position stopped working just after warranty, and just recently the light stopped working. It's not more than 2.5 years old, maybe less. (To be fair, though, there are 3 toddlers running around my house who rarely, but occasionally, get hold of the remote; this may be partly to blame for the backlight). That said, I will roll the dice and replace it with another 500 or better, maybe a 650 or 700. The 500 can now be had for about $85.00; the MX-700 for about double that. www.bluedo.com will extend the warranty to two years on the 500. It's highly customizable, and has been able to control everything I've thrown at it. Plus I'm comfortable with it, and can probably clone my existing one to a new one. Ed ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Re: Universal (All-for-one) remote controls?
MrC wrote: Crisis absolutely! Your post is very timely for me. To replace our dozen or more remotes, I purchased a Harmony 880 after rave reviews, worked with it for several hours programming it via the web interface, and sent the pile of crap back for a refund. (if anyone cares for more details, i'll be happy to give my list of overwhelming thumbs-down features). This device was to replace our boxy Sony AV2000 (if i recall the model number correctly). I've never found a single, reasonably-priced device that works well enough to be the miracle cure. Every single one will have that one or two things that doesn't work, where you have to break out the old remote anyway. Its a sad state that the amount of time searching for, programming, and using these universal panaceas FAR exceeds their practicality, usefulness and savings. I now find it easier to just click the amp button a few feet away rather than worrying about finding a remote to deal with the deficiencies of the dishplayer 942 universal-ish remote we use 95% of the time to control our devices. I'm now in the 80/20 camp with remotes - get one that does the basics of what you do day to day... and call it a day. If you feel still inclined, here's the best review site i've seen: http://www.remotecentral.com/ MrC. I have found that the TheaterMaster MX-700 is a nice, programmable, backlit unit with a combo of hard buttons and LCD. I have it working with our Dish 921 (boy I wish I got the 942 - if I had just waited A YEAR). It works with SlimServer, B&K Ref 50, Toshiba 57HX82 TV. Let me know if you want more info. ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Re: Universal (All-for-one) remote controls?
I have the Harmony 880, and 688, and love them both...what specifically didn't you like about them? I have been able to get them to do everything I want. My 880 has replaced all 12 of my remotes, as had my 688 previous to that. I'm just curious. Danny Rego - Original Message - From: "MrC" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, August 26, 2005 1:53 PM Subject: [slim] Re: Universal (All-for-one) remote controls? Crisis absolutely! Your post is very timely for me. To replace our dozen or more remotes, I purchased a Harmony 880 after rave reviews, worked with it for several hours programming it via the web interface, and sent the pile of crap back for a refund. (if anyone cares for more details, i'll be happy to give my list of overwhelming thumbs-down features). This device was to replace our boxy Sony AV2000 (if i recall the model number correctly). I've never found a single, reasonably-priced device that works well enough to be the miracle cure. Every single one will have that one or two things that doesn't work, where you have to break out the old remote anyway. Its a sad state that the amount of time searching for, programming, and using these universal panaceas FAR exceeds their practicality, usefulness and savings. I now find it easier to just click the amp button a few feet away rather than worrying about finding a remote to deal with the deficiencies of the dishplayer 942 universal-ish remote we use 95% of the time to control our devices. I'm now in the 80/20 camp with remotes - get one that does the basics of what you do day to day... and call it a day. If you feel still inclined, here's the best review site i've seen: http://www.remotecentral.com/ -- MrC ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
