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This is a discussion on Universal Remote within the Computer Accessories forums, part of the Computer technology category; I have a TV, SAT STB and a DVD Home Theater all have their on remote, some times its really ...
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10-15-09, 04:48 PM
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Rep Power: 3  |  Universal Remote I have a TV, SAT STB and a DVD Home Theater all have their on remote, some times its really frustrating to handle all of them at a time and the way it occupies the space on the coffee table. So i was thinking of purchasing a Universal Remote which will do the work for all three, i have no experience of a one so thought of having expert opinion before going for one. Please consider my range is up to Rs. 1500/-. I will like to have opinions from those who have it or have experience of using it with Pro's and Con's if possible. |
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10-15-09, 07:05 PM
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| Platinum Member  |  I tried many universal remotes (3 in fact) and did not find them satisfactory. 1. The first one was very cheap (about $20) and it could operate my Sony VCR and BPL TV but it did not have the codes for my Onkyo (TX-DS747) AV receiver or LG 29" TV. 2. The second one was little more expensive at $50. But it was also not satisfactory. And it was not compatible with DishTV STB. 3. The third one was given to me free by a friend and it was also not satisfactory. All of the above could not operate my projector (Panasonic PT-AE700E) The main problem with these remotes is that they support the most basic features only (Play, Pause, FF, Rewind, Next/Prev, Vol ±, Channel ±). But they do not support advanced features which you wish to use. Finally, I took the demo of Logitech Harmony 1. At $250, it was really expensive. But it was completely worth it.  Logitech Harmony One 10/10. Highly recommended.
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10-15-09, 07:05 PM
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Rep Power: 12  | Universal Remote Control For All Tv, Dvd, Vcr, Vcd, Ac, Cd-player gifts in india at rediff shopping. cost about Rs 300/= > Not sure about DTH set top box. ( mine is disconnected ) try in Ritchie Street or nearest Mercy Electronics I use Philips Universal Remote. ( imported) ( FOR MY AKAI DVD player Replacement Remote was not available locally ) |
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10-15-09, 07:10 PM
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| Platinum Member | See this post: http://www.indiabroadband.net/news-t...hlight=harmony For a lesser price, you could also consider Logitech > Remotes > Harmony Remotes > Harmony® 525 Advanced Universal Remote Last edited by just4kix; 10-15-09 at 07:10 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost |
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10-15-09, 07:27 PM
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Rep Power: 1 | 'Universal remote'- reminds me of the movie 'click'..  Wish to have such a thing! @j4k- I guess you are a fan of logitech products... The remote looks gooood just like your mouse...  |
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10-15-09, 08:11 PM
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Rep Power: 3 | @just4kix Logitech Harmony One Advanced Universal Remote Rs. 17,545/- Logitech Harmony 525 Advanced Universal Remote Rs. 3865/- Dear its tooo much expensive wont justify its need. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- @essbebe Mercy Electronics is best place to look out for everything in electronics, hope they will have something good for my range. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I think Sony will be a good choice.....  |
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10-15-09, 08:25 PM
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Rep Power: 12 | Philips - Universal remote control 3in1 for TV/DVD/STB - SRU5130/86 - 5000 series - Remote controls - Accessories see this includes STB. Probably available in India. Please give feedback if you find one suitable. |
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10-15-09, 08:43 PM
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Rep Power: 3 | @essbebe Thx essbebe it looks great, another advantage is that i wont have to program it for my DVD Home Theater System its too Philips, and it is easily available in chennai. |
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10-15-09, 11:38 PM
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@deepmohan, I guess that the products I suggested are very expensive. But then, it is better that you don't spend more than Rs. 1000 on such a remote. Save the money for later. My sincere advice is not to spend money on "half-baked" goods. Last edited by just4kix; 10-15-09 at 11:38 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost | |
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10-16-09, 12:44 AM
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Rep Power: 10 | This is what I used before, don't use it much these days anyway.  RC: Sony RM-AV2000 Remote Control Review Nowadays using a simple cheapo remote. |
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10-28-09, 07:16 AM
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11-05-09, 10:50 PM
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Rep Power: 1 | good one remote........................ |
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11-08-09, 06:32 AM
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