5 comments about One For All 4-DEVICE Universal Big-button Remote.

1. very satisfied with this remote. easy to program, and the large buttons alone are worth the price.



2. Occasionally doesn't work. If I spin the batteries or pop them out and put them back in the Remote will work again.
   Otherwise, we really like it. Easy to use and program.



3. I use this for my bedroom TV and DVD/VHS combo machine.
   
   The codes worked well for the two brands, and the functions work well, although some take a while to get used too. Both the TV and the DVD/VHS players are several years old and the TV remote had died years ago.
   
   Very inexpensive and the basic functions are easy to use. Almost five stars.



4. Although this remote touts itself as "guaranteed to work with all brands," it does not work with the bargain Element TV I purchased at Circuit City. It was a total waste of my money. I went online to find codes and could not, including at the maker's web site. Too bad, because the design was pretty close to right for my remote-challenged wife.



5. My old remote control stopped working and I was a little skeptical at purchasing something for this small price for a 4-year-old generic-brand television. I have an Apex television. There were five codes listed for Apex and the first code entered was the code that worked!
   
   This remote manufacturer has several codes for over 130 television brands (Yes, I counted!) with some brands having multiple codes. I was surprised at the easy set-up. If you follow the 4 simple steps, you should have no problem.

5 comments about Logitech Harmony 670 Universal Remote.

1. If you are lucky, and that's a big "if," you might have all your remotely controllable appliances working in short order. The software ambitiously attempts to guide you via wizards to set up every possible device for every possible activity. And if the software that runs on your PC fails to get everything right, the "Help" on the remote tries to correct any errors.
   
   If you manage to get everything working via those two simple activities, you will be one happy camper. But if the simple process fails, you will find that the software is much less user friendly in troubleshooting mode. Here are a few of my biggest complaints.
   
   1. Power on/off problems: I ran into this problem with both my television and with my AC/Heating unit. If the software erroneously thinks your device needs to send a "Power Toggle" command rather than separate "Power on" and "Power off" commands, it's hard to convince the remote to use the "Power on" and "Power off" commands since there is no easy way to delete or disable an extraneous command from the list of commands held in the database for that device. Even more frustrating is trying to use the on-remote "Help" button to correct these errors. When it works, life is good, but when it fails, it goes into an infinite loop of asking "Is the Device On?" then "Now is the Device On?". Well, "infinite" is *probably* an exaggeration (at least, I hope so), but I attempted at least two dozen cycles of that game before giving up. There's no way of knowing whether the remote is trying the same failing command over and over, or whether it is trying new commands every time, but from a user friendliness perspective, I would say the "Help" software should give up after about six failed attempts.
   2. It was completely non-obvious which device type I should select to program my iPod docking station. It seems to me that this is one of the most common devices likely to be controlled remotely, yet there is no device type that includes "MP3 Player," "iPod," or "Docking Station" in its name. Eventually, I stumbled across the correct device type, but it should not have been so difficult.
   3. When you enter your device brand and model number, it's completely unknown whether or not your device type was matched in the database. Sometime during the rest of the setup, you'll realize the answer is "no" when the software says, "I found a similar device: Acme 123. Is this OK to use?". Whether it helps or hurts to say "yes" for a device type you don't recognize is not clear. If you say "yes," the remote may be programmed to send some commands that are not actually available for your device, and as I mentioned in the "Power on/off" section, having an extra "Power Toggle" command might mean lots of troubleshooting. If you say "no," on the other hand," you'll have to manually "teach" the Harmony 670 every single command by shooting commands at it with the device's original remote.
   
   These were the big hitters that caused me to spend half a day getting my TV, DVD, VCR, CD Player, iPod dock, Receiver, and AC/Heating unit all playing well together. Despite all the initial frustration, however, it truly is nice to have all the necessary devices power themselves on to the correct settings for the various audio-visual activities, replacing the five remotes that used to be required for those same activities. Since I'll hopefully be amortizing that initial pain over many days of happy button pushing, I'll still give this item a 4-star rating.



2. If you are just a little technically inclined and like to tinker, you will have no problems with this remote. I wouldn't ask my parents to set one up, but the software is easy enough that they probably could anyway.
   
   The harmony allows me to go from 4 remotes to 1, and I love being able to press one button to fire up everything and set my favorite channel, or another button to shut everything down. There is so much flexibility that you can set whatever sequences and delays you need to have it work with your equipment.
   
   My only complaint (and it is minor, not enough to take away a star in my rating) is that for the "other activities" they only display 2 at a time on the LCD screen and I can't change what order they come up in. So I have to press NEXT to get to one of my most common "other activities" instead of it being on the first page of choices. Logitech seems pretty responsive to customers so it won't surprise me if they add this capability soon.
   
   I've had this remote for just over a year, and if I lost it today I'd go get a replacement immediately.



3. After years of my wife complaining about having to use 3 or 4 remotes to watch a movie or listen to the stereo, I finally took the plunge and bought the Harmony 670. Now, no more calls asking me why there's a blue screen of death or how to change the inputs. This universal remote works like a charm. I am computer proficient, but not a tech geek and I was still able to program it myself in about half an hour. After initial programming, I tested it and there were a couple of glitches (functions that didn't work quite right) -- I hooked it up to the computer again and followed the prompts. Everything works fine. One of the best features is the "help" button. If a component does not turn on when it's supposed to, pressing "help" causes the remote to start asking questions and going through each component until the problem is solved. We love this remote and I would buy it again.



4. The Harmony 670 is not as well designed as the other remotes in the Harmony family. We had the 550, but the screen broke, and we "upgraded" to this model. I find that the operation is clunky. The button layout is TERRIBLE. They are too small, and all bunched around the select buttons. I can't use the remote without turing on the glow feature, which is another small button in the middle of the remote, as I could with the 550. And, it does not have A or B buttons on the actual remote (must get them on the LCD screen), which I use frequently with my Cox DVR. The 550 has larger buttons, which are grouped in a logical way, though it may not look as sleek as the 670.
   The only positives I can think of are the color coded activity buttons on top, which are nice. It does control all of our AV components, though selecting specific options on each component is a pain - there is a next button on the devices page, but no back button, as on the 550.
   
   Bottom Line: Unless you need your activity buttons to be color coded, go for the Harmony 550, and save a few bucks. It has a better layout, and it has the same features. I haven't tried the 880/890, but it looks like a better key layout (though more $$$). I expected more from Logitech, because their electronics seem to be of high quality and design.
   
   PS: The programming of the remotes appears to be the same software for all of the Logitech remotes - correct me if I'm wrong. It's complicated, so get a kid to do it.



5. I got this remote for the all in one feature,as my satellite receiver and my lcd tv were not recognized by any other remote.This one does,and it also has most of the needed commands built in once programed.The button layout is acceptable.
   
   The things that are situational problems are the button size.kind of small for my hands and the bottom buttons are hard to reach with one hand.
   
   My biggest grip is with the software.I have two harmony remotes and have to have two separate accounts,one for each remote.that is two user names and two passwords.
   With no instructions in sight when I changed hardware my remote programed a blanc setting which was fixed after lots of round and round.
   
   Over all though the wife is happy with this remote,and I am glad for that.

5 comments about Logitech Harmony 890 Advanced Universal Remote Control.

1. This is the best thing I have found. I have had a couple of harmony remotes before but this one takes all the glory. I was really trying to find something that my wife wouldn't have to worry about where all the remotes were and to keep pointing it in the direction of all the electronics. I would say the only thing wrong with this is when you are setting it up and trying to adjust stuff that you have to keep pluging in the receiver. Besides that this thing has been working great without any hiccups what so ever. I love it and my wife loves it too.



2. I wish we had bought this 2 years ago when it first came out. It is definitely worth full price. Amazing and extremely compatible with a MAC. The only issues I had were user errors. This thing is AWESOME. Buy it now.



3. I really like my Logitech Harmony 890. It is a great product and I got it at a great price. The only trouble I have with it is that the number pad at the bottom is hard to use. For example, when changing to a specific channel on the TV I have to hold the remote with one hand and press the buttons with the other. I have been told that the Logitech Harmony One is an improvement on this issue.



4. Took awhile to get everything plugged in and programmed. Only gripe after a couple of months is the "sticky tape" that attaches transmitters to components come off randomly. When all is said and done this thing makes things MUCH easier.



5. I've been using the Harmony 890 remote for about a month now, and I like it. I bought it for the RF capability, which allowed me to put the cable box, DVD player and receiver in another room, so it doesn't clutter up the living room. Setting up the remote to control everything was simple.
   
   The only thing I'm not sure I like is that everything is based on what you want to do. For example, you tell the remote you would like to watch cable, and it turns on the cable box and the television, and switches the TV input to HDMI-1. Then when you are done, hitting the power button turns everything off. The part I don't like is that if the next thing I want to do is watch cable again later, it still goes through the setup of switching to HDMI-1, even if it is already there. Not really a big deal, but it takes another 15 seconds or so. I just wish there was a convenient way to just switch on the TV, instead of having to select Watch Cable, and have it run through every step.
   
   The RF function works great though, and I feel like I got a good product for my money.

5 comments about Koss VC20 Volume Control.

1. Whereas this device will allow you to adjust the volume, the range is limited from no sound to the volume you'd have without it. I had gotten the [apparently mistaken] impression that it would boost the volume for headphones which had low volume for some sources (like Zune, IPod), but that does not appear to be the case. Since you can always lower the volume on the source (mp3 player, etc.), I'm having a hard time seeing the value of this device - except that in some cases it might be handier to have an inline control.



2. What can one say about this simple, but much needed accessory??
   -KOSS VC20 volume control-best one I have ever used.
   
   Ever use an accessory rotary volume control (if you can find one)??
   They usually work for a week, get a speck of dust inside, then become choppy or silent!
   
   Most headphones are furnished with a rotary volume control,
   the better headsets, of course, usually have the better quality control.
   However the controls drop dead, just before the headphones do....
   
   I mow acres & acres of lawns all season long-lots of dust & pollen.
   I use the KOSS VC20 every day (going on two years)!!
   If it gets dirty, a tiny squirt of Deoxit-and it springs right back!!!
   
   Amazing durability from an $8.19 component!



3. I bought this so that I could easily control the volume on my iPod Touch during bike rides and it does the job perfectly.



4. I had purchased a volume control at Radio Shack that worked reasonably well -- for about two months, when it broke. So I was looking for something of a bit higher quality. Good reviews here convinced me that this Koss product was just what I needed. Sadly, this is not for anyone who is even remotely an audiophile. When you turn the volume down it dramatically attenuates the high end, so music sounds not just quieter but also has a much narrower dynamic range. This item would probably last much longer than the cheap Radio Shack control, but the sound quality is completely unacceptable. So why do many people on Amazon give it high marks? I have no idea, unless they are listening to books on tape or something else that requires only low audio quality.



5. The Koss VC20 volume control simplifies the volume control and the clip holds the control module at a handy position.

5 comments about Logitech Harmony 1000 Advanced Universal Remote.

1. I got this remote even after many reviews saying it is hard to program. I'm not sure what they are trying to control, but I had no problems at all. I love it.



2. Originaly I got a unit that did not work. Logitech replaced it and it does work now. I am using a Mac and use it with Apple TV and a Vizio 42 inch TV. I have only set it up for 3 activities VCR, TV, and Apple TV. I no longer use a DVD player and everything is stored on 6 Firewire and 4 internal drives. The ancient VCR is for viewing relics from time to time.
   
   Overall the works well for Apple TV. It has not crashed or stuck in over a month and all is well. I would like to reprogram a few buttons to make is smoother for the Apple TV, but it does well.
   
   For TV it turns on cable box, tv, and Component 2 input.
   For Apple TV, it turns on TV HDMI1, and wakes the apple tv. The Ok button functions as the menu button, and the play stop on the LCD screen function as the original apple remote keys.
   
   I think my wife can now watch TV which was a problem before. It is much easier than usint the Vizio remote which has small buttons which can not be viewed in dim light even though they are illuminated.



3. This remote was a overall a great addition to my entertainment system.
   The software provided did recognize all my 12 devices including my Apple TV.
   It did require a little head scratching before I got everything setup correctly but after calling the Logitech support to resolved my last issue I finally was able to enjoy an amazing experience where I could control all my devices from a single remote with very simple and user friendly commands.
   
   I do not recommend buying this remote without the remote extender. I did order both at the same time but receive the remote first and decided to set it up anyway. Even with the steadiest hand, most of the tasks I was trying to execute were failing.
   
   On the plus side:
   - The remote is slick and works great when finally setup.
   - The tech support is very good. One of the best tech support I had to deal with.
   - All my devices including brand new models were in the Logitech database.
   
   On the negative side:
   - The software provided is not that great and the automatic setup had some problems. I had to manually edit some of the configurations which is not a fun experience. I had to call the Logitech support to solve a remaining issue.
   - It is difficult to find some Icons for the favorite channels that are of the correct size. All resources online since to be for the Logitech 880 or other remotes.
   - The touch screen is ok but definitively not as smooth as the touch screen of the IPod touch or the Iphone.
   - It takes a while to upload the configuration to your remote and you will have to update both the RF extender and the remote each time so it is better to configure everything with the remote only first and then add the remote extender.



4. Given my good experience with the Harmony 890 and RF module, I decided to simplify my in-laws remote experience as they often forget how and when to use all the various remotes for their TV, DVD, and VHS machine.
   
   The setup went pretty quickly as I'd done it before on the 890. Set it up, tested, trained them, and then left. Later that day, get a call - can't turn off the TV. Go over and sure enough, doesn't work. RF icon doesn't come on. After some fiddling, finally remove the battery and reboot the 1000. This fixed the problem. Next day, stops working again. Another battery removal and reboot solves the problem. Next day fails again. This time I return it for replacement.
   
   Get the replacement, set it up and all is well for two days before the RF transmitter stops working again. Remove battery and reboot - starts working. Next day, stops again. That was enough - returned for refund.
   
   There is either a design or mfg problem here.



5. I kept debating on purchasing the Logitech Harmony 1000 remote for months now. I read review after review, went to the store and looked at it a thousand different times, then recently broke down and ordered it from Amazon.com because of the special price. I do NOT regret making this purchase. This remote is user friendly in so many ways. With the USB cable, programming is easier than ever before. It works better with my LCD's, cable boxes, DVD players, and surround sound systems better than the remotes that they came with. One of the best functions of this remote is the fact that you can program it to turn on everything you own with the touch of one button. It's so much better than powering on one component at a time, especially when you have 4 or 5 components to turn on. The range on it is incredible. It's a little bulky at first, but I got used to it really quick. Not only that, you learn to overlook the size of it when you discover how well it works and all of its features. The matte LCD screen is really easy to clean. I can't think of any cons with this remote. My Significant other is not technology oriented at all and she can even use this remote with ease. I'll be buying another one when this one wears out, or an upgrade if they come out with it! Thanks Amazon!!!

5 comments about Sony RM-VL600 8-Device Universal Learning Remote.

1. This remote does exactly what I expected. Can command all the electronics that I have. Could be little smaller. The learning function is not working very well (it works, but the code that the remote produces is longer than the code from the original remote)



2. I bought the Sony RM-VL600 after experience a rather high level of frustration with the Harmony. The great thing about the Sony is its ability to 'learn'. Although I got the Harmony to do everything that I needed it was much more complicated than I would have liked. In comparison the Sony was extremely easy to program. More importantly it is much easier to use. It was always a hassle trying to explain to my wife or friends how to work the Harmony. Showing people how to use the Sony is very easy. I highly recommend this remote. For a little under $20 it's a bargain.



3. Finally, a remote that does ALL that I ask (TV, VCR, DVD/Stereo Receiver Home Theater System). Granted... I already have a Sony TV and Sony VCR... so most pre-sets already work seamlessly for them... BUT this remote improved some menu functions for my TV. I used to have to go through a series 7 keys just to turn on the TV's closed captioning feature... NOW... after programming ONE "macro" key (easily done)... I only need to press ONE key! To turn it off, I programmed another macro key... I also programmed two other macro keys to turn on/off TV's speakers (so I can watch TV programs using home theater system speakers). That saves me from pressing up to 15 keys on my TV's remote.
   
   TV remote functions missing from the universal remote, not a problem! I programmed two "unused" keys on this universal! I used the signal from my TV's remote... point it at the universal remote... and VIOLA!! I have those TV remote functions now on the universal!
   
   The BIG thing for me was finding a universal that would allow me to use my home theater system. I never had luck with that in the past... even though the system IS a Sony also... I could never get a Sony universal remote that would allow me to use the remote with my system. NOW, the universal is NOT pre-set to use with my system. BUT finally, they supply a code that I can use with my system. YEA! And home theater remote functions that are missing from the universal's remote... again... NO PROBLEM!!! You just point the remotes toward each other, tell the universal which unused key to program... and ALL the features you want from your old remotes can be programmed into this new one! I LOVE IT!
   
   The layout is easy to use and directions are easy to follow. Now, if Sony could just make one of these that ALL buttons can light up at night... Then I'd REALLY BE HAPPY!



4. Does everything you could ask really, and you can't beat the price. Sure, the Logitechs are prettier, but they also have little tiny buttons, and are much more expensive. Yes, I had a couple of temporary issues, like the code for a Yamaha DVD player not being correct, but the instructions are clear on how to work around that. I also found programming functions from another remote quick and easy.



5. I like this remote almost as much as my Universal Remote mx-500. For the Price you cant beat it and I haven't met a signal that this Remote cant learn it is very easy to use and looks great.

5 comments about Next Generation Remote Control Extender.

1. This is my second remote extender. The first one (purchased several years ago) is still working fine, but I needed another one to control a device in a different room.
   
   On my first unit, occasionally I had problems with the spare battery. You store it in the charger so it's supposed to always be charged, but for some reason it wasn't charged when I needed it. If I took out the battery and put it back in, it would start charging again. I haven't had any problems yet with the new unit.
   
   Pros:
   - It works as promised. It's worked with every remote that I've tried.
   - The range is good. I can easily control the cable box located in the basement when I'm in the second level of my house.
   - The battery life is reasonable for the remotes I'm using. If I had a remote that drew a lot of power (e.g. if it had a lighted lcd display), then the battery life might be a problem.
   - The price is very good.
   
   Cons:
   - Batteries may not hold their charge.
   - If you have a line of sight with whatever you are controlling, the remote usually won't work - I think because it's getting a double signal. Just point it away from the TV or cover up the IR transmitter on the remote and then it will work.



2. The extender works great. It's just what I wanted. It's an import of course and the instructions are very badly translated to English from Korean. You would think they'd have an English speaking person proof read it. Anyway, once I figured it out, I'm happy with it.



3. I bought this to use with components that I keep in a cabinet. My alternatives were few and expensive, I ran accross this unit by chance and gave it a try. I have the "spaceship" located in tight cabinet, I thought I would have to use an emitter but the IR on the "spaceship" seems to be working fine with the IR's on my dvd and reviever.
   
   Like most of the reviewers I am really astounded. Why has this technology not been integrated into other products?? You would think nearly every product that uses a remote would offer this technology at the least as an option.



4. I had the Radio Shack pyramid style. They were horrible. When I got the Next Generation it worked right away. I'm using it with a harmony 659 remote and a Tivo HD. The HD Tivo is in the basement and the TV is on the first floor. Only one thing. Since this is a current sensing RF transmitter it doesn't like it when you turn on the lighted buttons on the harmony remote. If I'm using it in the dark, I just turn on the remote light find the button and turn it off before I press the button. I only use this about 10% in the dark, so it's not a big deal.



5. After purchasing an LCD TV and hanging it on the wall in the bedroom, I found myself with nowhere to put the clunky X10 Powermid receiver that had been stationed next to my old TV on a stand. The Powermid had served its purpose for about 5 years -- but it was very temperamental -- you'd have to aim the old remote exactly at the receiver, and most of the time, you'd have to extend your arm to bring the remote closer to it for it to work. After searching online for a similar product that would have a receiver I could mount on the wall, I instead found the Next Generation Remote Control Extender, which not only was about half the price of what I originally paid for my Powermid, it also gave me the benefit of not having a receiver at all to have to point the remote to.
   
   I was optimistic to receive it due to the number of positive reviews left by others here on Amazon, and the reviews ended up being entirely accurate. This is by far, the best IR remote extender I have come across. In addition to the extender, I also ordered the additional transmitter for the unit -- NGHP TX433 Extra RF Transmitter For 433.92 MHz -- which allows you to use a 2nd remote somewhere else in the house to control the same device. In my case, I am using one transmitter in a One-For-All PVR-6131 and another in a Tivo peanut remote. Both remotes perform flawlessly from anywhere in the house, without the need to aim them anywhere.
   
   The documentation that comes with the product suffers from poor translation into English -- but for the most part it serves its purpose. One thing I should point out -- there is a battery charger on the bottom of the base unit with receptacles for 2 devices. The shorter slot is for using the included 2/3 battery by itself. The second slot, which can be misleading because it is labeled 'AAA' is meant for charging another battery while it is inserted into the transmitter. The manual wasn't clear on this, but the FAQ at the manufacturers website explains it perfectly. Do NOT put a regular AAA battery in there!
   
   Overall, this is a great product and I am extremely pleased with it. The price is very reasonable, and much less than similar products that do not perform as well. I'm only disappointed that I didn't find this sooner!

5 comments about Logitech Harmony 550 Universal Remote.

1. This remote is being used to control a Dish Network 622 DVR, Sony A/V receiver, Panasonic HDTV, and Toshiba HD-DVD player. I even setup a shell PS3 macro which puts all other equipment into the proper mode for PS3 (this remote does not have Bluetooth, so no PS3 capability). The LCD screen is pretty easy to read, but I hardly use it since my macro (activity) commands do all the work. It is fun playing with the software used to customize its functionalty. It does take a few days of fine-tuning through trial and error, but it really pays off. The batteries are still going strong three weeks later and there truly is no functionality lost even though it replaced four remote. I highly recommend this unit to everyone.



2. So I received my remote yesterday and over the past 24 hours immediately put it to good use!
   
   Setup is very simple, if you personally set up your entertainment system to begin with. For instance, you should know what TV or A/V receiver input settings you use to watch movies, tv, etc. Plus, make a complete list of all the model numbers of all your products. Afterwards, run the software and 20 minutes later you're all set. First, input all equipment, then for instance to watch TV what items need to be on and what inputs are needed.
   
   For my system, I have a Samsung HDTV, DirecTV DVR satellite box, Magnavox upconvert DVD player, Sony A/V receiver, and a Sony Playstation 3. All the systems work flawlessly except my SPS3 because it's not infared to begin with, which is completely understandable! You can purchase a IR receiver for the SPS3 if you choose to.
   
   Example, I press watch TV: my tv turns on, satellite box turns on, and my receiver turns on and switches to satellite input.
   
   Important note: when turning your system on or off wait two-three seconds for the remote to finish turning everything on/off. Basically, just keep it aimed at your equipment until everything is turned off, not just your TV, ect.



3. I can't believe how easy setting up this remote was. I just hooked up to the computer, entered my component model numbers and my home theatre was fully powered by the harmony remote first time. I don't have a complicated set-up, but, my projector turns off with two pushes of the power button and everything was programmed to do as it should. I love technology. I bought it during what seemed like a one day special of $49.99. I think if you keep viewing the same item, after a while it will drop in price to get you to commit. Totally recommend the harmony 550.



4. I read most of the reviews before I bought this Harmony 550 remote. I received the remote, installed the software on my laptop, and loaded the programming for 4 remotes I was using. All worked the first time flawlessly except for the HDMI switch remote. I trained the 550 from the HDMI remote and then it worked perfect also. Have been using this now for about a month and I have NO problems. Works as expected and I would definitely recommend this remote. I will also buy other products from Logitech as I have in the past with a mouse and joystick. Very good products.



5. This gadget has made my media center so much smoother. It is programmed through your computer and can correct its errors on its own. I've had no problems with mine. definitely worth the cost.

5 comments about Logitech Harmony 880 Advanced Universal Remote Control.

1. Great Item. Works very well and I have no issues with the charger base. I am upgrading from a older Harmony remote and this one takes a little getting used to with the button placement. It would be nice if the buttons were laid out in a more intuitive fashion and were easier to press. Other than that, great product!



2. I've owned the Harmony 659 and this is light years ahead of that product. Most all of my problems with 659 have been addressed here.
   
   The design of the product is is very sleek and much more aesthetically pleasing. There is no longer a problem with going through packs of AAA batteries with the rechargeable battery and cradle. The ability to have more than 6 actions on one page makes using devices more convenient. The color screen makes viewing much easier on the eyes. Also, the coolest feature has to be the tilt sensor which automatically turns on the backlight which makes finding your button in the dark a snap.
   
   My only complaint is the layout of the buttons. The mute and previous channel buttons are hard to find and even harder to get used to. The numbered buttons are so close together that I often hit the number above or below on accident and as a result am often taken to the wrong channel. The same goes for the DVR/DVD buttons as I often want to hit rewind and find myself jumping back a chapter. Also, with the remote being so large it is often not possible to turn on a device and use its various buttons without readjusting your grip.
   
   Overall, an excellent product and a purchase that I am very happy with.



3. My remote control collection to run my home entertainment system grew to 5, at which point it became a hassle to use. It was an especially big hassle when guests came over and wanted to change the channel or change from TV to DVD, etc.
   
   This product fixed that. The only negative I found with it is it won't turn my Nintendo Wii on/off. Setup was a snap and took ~15 minutes. The only thing necessary was to plug a USB cable into my computer, open the software, punch in the model #s of the components, tell it what was plugged where and that was it.



4. Love the 880 remote. Perfect solution for the never ending pile of remotes. Now I have just one in each room.
   
   Will buy a 3rd, when the price comes down a little more.
   
   $99 is too much for the bedroom tv setup.



5. The battery contacts for the recharging mount work for this remote only after continually repositioning the thing in the cradle; breathing on it breaks the contacts again. Barely recharges as a result, very frustrating. The buttons are not well situated and hard for the hand to find; as a result, I found myself often looking down at the remote, back at the tv, pressing the wrong button, going back to the remote, and so on.
   
   Worse yet, I found that the remote often failed to send commands to the tv/cable box, etc, so that the tv was not responding to the commands. You can adjust this by adjusting the timing of the infrared signals, but I never got it working well after repeated half hour sessions of trying to adjust it.
   
   In theory, this could be a great universal remote. Programming it on the computer was pretty good (the interface could be improved, but is still servicable); I set it up so I could choose to watch movies, and it would control my speaker volume, set my balance, change the tv to the right input for the dvd player, etc. In practice it didn't work so well.
   
   Now the remote sits in a bin. It was too complicated fo rmy kids to use, and since it never recharges properly, I wish I had never bought it.

5 comments about Logitech Harmony One Advanced Universal Remote.

1. First I would like to say for people who owned Harmony 880 remote this is a worthy upgrade.
   
   880 Owners will appreciate these changes:
   -The screen resolution is much charper and high resolution (also the response time is quicker too no more ghosting changing pages) The color depth is better now too so custom channel graphics look fantastic too.
   -The obvious upgrade is the addition of the touch screen. It does away with those 8 buttons off to the left/right side of the 880/890 screen.
   -These new main butons are very rigid and are easier to feel when not looking at the remote. Also they are backlit in pure white and are much more visible then the 880 backlighting was.
   -You can finally punch in the number digits while holding the remote with one hand. Some 880 users may remeber its tricky to punch in numbers with just one hand. Especially when you get to 789 and 0.. was hard to balance.
   -Also you get 24 favorite channel icon spaces instead of 16. Advanced 880 users may have remembered the limited 16 graphical (icon) slots for a tv activity. These icons on the new screen are much sharper and great looking now!
   
   Onto the bad news and reason for 4 stars and not 5:
   The Cloning (learning) function on this remote is ultra senative to the point of not working for a hanful of owners. I read on AVS forums people have this problem and I still bought the remote hoping to not be effected. Sadly I was effected. I cannot clone anything. I tried base cap on and off. I tried pitch black room. I tried isolating it away from other devices (in the bathroom) I tried with and without usb hub. I called tech support and still they couldnt help me either. Eventually I got tech support to copy over the cloned commands from my 880 accounts devices into the new H1 accounts devices (if i didnt own the 880 i would have been out of luck) The tech support admited these H1 IR receivers are overly sensative to all forms of inteferace. Some users on AVS forums said only way they could clone was put the laptop in the bathroom.. then pull the wire and the remote into the bathtub (isolated away from the laptop) and clone the remote that way.
   
   Speaking as an 880 owner... Cloning was flawless for me before on the 880. Now owning this H1 and not be able to clone anything (i mean i cant even get a false signal it just wont clone at all!)
   
   I would only recommend this remote to tech happy people like myself who like to get the latest greatest toys. Also if you are new to harmony remotes and think you will need to clone a command (as in it wont be found in the extensive logitech databases) then I would avoid it. Otherwise its still a solid remote. The logitech remote databases are great. Its just they lacked 2 commands for my receiver that needed to be hand programmed via this learning method.
   
   Good luck.
   
   PS: If you are having problem I have faith Logitech will eventually correct this issue and I know logitech is great about hardware replacement so down the road at least it can be traded up for their latest revision.



2. I love this little guy. Works better than advertized. Too many remotes all over the place? No more my friends. A very welcome addition to any home whether a geek or non-geek alike is running the show! Other family members will love the ease-of-use and convenience. Has considerable ergonomics in its design. I highly recommend this nifty state-of-the-art remote.



3. I wondered if this remote could really live up to the hype. Until last week when Amazon delivered this to me, I could not get by without three separate remotes to operate my TV, cable box and DVD player. The switching sequences were easy enough for me (though time consuming and tedious). But my wife had given up ever using the TV unless I would do it all for her.
   
   The Harmony One arrived and I dutifully made a note of the models and makes of my equipment. After the software was installed (easily and without a glitch) on my iMac, it quickly located my equipment and asked me half a dozen questions about how I wanted to operate my two activities. (Watch a DVD and use the digital video recorder)
   
   I took the remote downstairs and it operated all the things properly THE FIRST TIME. My thought was Wow!
   
   I've been using this for four days, and here are my observations. Occasionally my equipment gets out of synch, with one component left running when all are supposed to be off ... or with the TV tuned to the incorrect input.
   
   I am tremendously impressed with the "intelligence" of this remote to get me through these glitches without breaking a sweat or uttering even one bad word. I just push the "help" button and it seems to know exactly the yes-or-no questions that are relevant. I answer, it does something, then asks if that solved the problem. Every single time it has quickly figured out what needs to happen and then has made that happen.
   
   I like the backlit keys. I like the feel of the remote. I like the looks of the remote. I like the way it instantly knows when it is being picked up. I like the sleek charging station that keeps this thing handy and fully charged.



4. I have been using this remote after purchasing it from amazon.com about 1 month ago, and it is fantastic! It is my first and will be last universal remote, because there is no need to buy any other after this.
   
   We have a fairly modest home theater setup: a cable company HD DVR and a Sony Playstation 3 go into an Onkyo 605 receiver with a 5.1 speaker setup and a 52 inch Sony LCD display. We use the PS3 as blu ray player, upscaling DVD player, media streamer for music, and internet browser in the basement theater room and the Harmony let me customize all of the individual activities. Additionally, using an aftermarket IR to bluetooth converter device (seach google for "schmartz") I can use this remote to control everything including the PS3.
   
   After entering all of my devices into the Harmony setup software it assigned buttons automatically within each activity and worked well after just the first run through. It asks you sensible questions such as (1) do you always use the receiver for volume no matter which "activity" you are in? (2) would you like to leave this device on all of the time (such as the DVR) or turn it off when not in use (DVD player).
   
   It is very to setup, even if you are not a tech head. But if you enjoy gadgets, it is fun and easy to continually individually customize the buttons to suit your needs. For example, some of the rarely used buttons on other remotes such as adjusting the surround sound mix or adjusting picture contrast can all be programmed into buttons on the touch screen, which allows up to 24 per activity. The customizable icon graphics for TV channels are fun (search google for "icon harmony").
   
   Things I like about this remote in particular: the way it feels in the hand is very natural and the buttons are individually sculpted making them easy to find and touch even without using the helpful backlighting, plus it stays secure in the charging cradle -- these were all the things that made me hold off on buying an 880, and I am glad that it did!
   
   We have literally taken 4 other remotes and placed them in a drawer, never to be thought of again. This remote is great, and worth the list price -- but keep watching amazon because it does occasionally take a dip lower.



5. This remote is so cool! My husband has a huge complicated A/V system set up with TV, DVR, two dvd players, DVD recorder, and I'm sure some other stuff too. All I want to do is watch TV or an occasional DVD. We have an entire storeage box of remotes on our coffee table. I'm a Bzzagent and occasionally get products to play with. When this came in, I handed him the Harmony One and sent him off to play. It took him a little while, but when he was finished we were good to go.
   
   I love the lcd touch screen and just the overall "feel" of the remote. It works great and now I only have to use the one remote. We're both happy!