5 comments about SMK-Link VP4810 RemotePoint RF Remote Control.

1. As a new user I'm finding this a very comfortable remote to use. My husband's used it at work for several months now and loves it. We ordered ous from amazon and just got it hooked up on our computer at home today and I'm having no problems getting used to it. Overall, a very good product so far.



2. I purchased the Interlink Electronics VP4810 on August 22, 2007 and have been using it through the USB connection to a computer using Windows XP as the OS. I had used this product for a number of years at one institution that supplied the units but moved to another institution that did not. I was not happy at all with the wireless mouse the institution supplied and which was the only tool I could use to advance slides when away from the computer desk, so I purchased my own VP4810 and use it as a portable unit. I have had absolutely no trouble with it (I downloaded the software from Interlink's website rather than use the disc that came with the unit so I could, hopefully, get the most recent software version). I admit I use it only as a two-button mouse and do not, as yet, use all the other features that come with the software. I appreciate the freedom the unit gives me in making presentations and the laser pointer feature is also very handy.



3. I support a school where we use these remotes in 60 classrooms and I am now taking over another school that does not use this remote. I will be replacing all the remotes at the new school over the next year with these. They work well, allow for easy programming to minimize interference. The extra software isn't needed if all you do is use it for a mouse, works on WinXP right out of the box.
   
   The remote is larger than others I have used, but the durability out does everything in its price range. In the last 3 months I have had 6 cheaper remotes fail due to being dropped or failing to connect. I will not buy cheap remotes when this one is only $20 more and lasts twice as long.
   
   If you need a basic remote mouse for a classroom, you won't find anything better for the price.
   
   Range is excellent, function consistent, durability to last.
   
   Later



4. I use this remote mouse everyday in my classroom, and it works great. I've never had a problem with it. There are smaller ones that cost around $69 but the other teachers at our school do not like them as well because the thumb pad (for moving the mouse pointer) is harder to use. This one by Interlink is much easier. I've used it for four or five years and can't remember changing the batteries. The keyboard option is nice but I found that I don't use it as much as I thought I would. It also has the mouse controlers on the top corners, which is helpful. The only issue we've had with the mouse is when two teachers next door have this same mouse. The mouse has such a long range it tries to control the computers in both rooms. I'm sure there is a way to change the channel so we're looking into that.



5. We have one of these in a Training Room and it has worked so well we bought another to pack with a laptop and portable projector. The software shipped with the remote allows you to customize the buttons and provides several clever as well as practical effects. Though I've not had much experience with other remotes, this one does everything we need it to plus more.

No comments about Dynatron Miracle Remote for Sharp TVs - MR130.

5 comments about Jumbo Universal Remote With Glow-in-the-Dark Buttons.

1. I own the model without glow-in-the-dark buttons. The only difference is the material the buttons themselves are made out of.
   
   If you have a TV, VCR or DVD chances are really good it's supported. If it's a combo unit your chances drop to about half, DVD/VCR combo is maybe 20% when programmed separately. Fair chances that it will control your cable TV or satellite box. If you have a DVD recorder or ATSC tuner box you're just out of luck. I have yet to get it to work with my A/V receiver in spite of it being an advertised feature.
   
   I got mine on sale for eight bucks and wouldn't pay a penny more. They're a gimmick, a toy, nothing truly useful. 3 stars because it's useful as far as it goes, the "8 device" claim is a flat out lie though it's 5.



2. I had a very difficult time trying to get the remote to work. I had to try codes other than the ones that were included with the remote and the glowing is not that prominent. My grandfather enjoys it because he can actually see what he is doing.



3. I am definitely not happy with this item. Most of the buttons do not function properly. For example, I press the "menu" button for the cable, and instead get the TV listings. The "guide" button does not work at all, neither does the "info" button. Just a big waste of money.



4. Pro: It is jumbo! It's easy to see. Buttons feel nice and I think they glow enough to see just fine
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   Cons: It is horrible to program. The directions are very confusing. It took about an hour for me to finally find the right code. The code search option kept turning off in the middle of my attempt to program it. After pressing about 500 buttons, I finally got it to work... but only partially. It works on the the TV, but not on the DVD or anything else we have. And on the TV, it only does basic functions- change channels, on/off, volume... it will go to the menu screen but will not let you choose any options on the menu. And like said before, it only supports about 5 "appliances" that I can see, not 8 (and that's if you can get it to work with them). We have used this remote since Christmas and it already broke. The battery door was lightly touched with the the "hinge" part of the door decided to snap off. NOT WORTH BUYING!!!! -especially if you have to pay shipping on top of the price of the remote... DO NOT BUY. I am very disappointed that I bought it and wish I could get a refund, but I know that would probably be another hassle to do over the internet. Think twice before buying this gimmick.



5. I could not program it for my direct tv so my brother in law has it and uses it. He loves it . Would like to find one that works with direct tv..

1 comments about One For All 4 Device Universal Remote Control with Florida State Logo and Colors.

1. 2 complaints: first, this thing comes in one of those plastic cases that are nearly impossible to open without cutting yourself...only to find out when you DO open it, you've cut through the instructions book.
   
   Second, it lists many brands that it supports on the back of the package (in our case CyberHome) that are really NOT supported (upon looking through our newly taped together instructions manual, CyberHome is not listed where they give the codes)! So then we used their alternate method for finding codes not listed. Didnt work. So dont trust their claims that this thing has a huge code library. Obviously it doesnt, and obviously they have no problem with false advertising...who knows what else they claim this thing will do, but it doesnt? So dont let your team spirit get in the way of a getting something that actually will work for you!

No comments about Weemote 3 - IR Remote For Kids.

5 comments about RCA RCU800B Value Pack Remote Controls (RCU800 and RCU403).

1. This thing always loses the codes I set for it. It seems that it only holds a code for a day then it loses its programming. I put new batteries in and it still has the same problem. I feel like throwing this thing into the floor! Never again RCA.



2. I bought this remote because I needed to replace a broken TV remote that had the Guide Plus control buttons. The RCU800 remote was preprogrammed to work well with the RCA TV and Guide Plus, I was able to program it for my Admiral VCR......but nothing else! Not my Panasonic dvd player, not my RCA stereo, NOTHING! The codes for these components in the manual did not work and code search was useless. I don't recommend this product to anyone.



3. This thing is dumb, it never keeps a code and now I am researching for the code and none of them work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Very frustrating. What a stupid remote and no, its not the user its definately the remote. Not recommended.



4. I think there are better universal remotes out there, we only got this one because we've used it before.



5. Two remotes, one full-featured. Fairly easy to understand. I got them because we have an RCA tv, so setup was easy. No real bells or whistles, but a pretty solid performer so far. I wasn't looking for much more than channel and volume control, but my wife programs DVR and watches quite a few DVDs and she likes it.

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5 comments about Sony RM-AV3000 Universal Remote Control with Touch-key LCD Screen.

1. What a piece of junk! I love Sony products and have for over 20 years, but this remote is useless. The manual is impossible to comprehend,it took over 3 hours to program and it still wasn't right and Sony tech support is totally worthless. Thee remote is difficult to set up and use. As for battery life HUH! forget it I have to change them once a month or you can't read the screen. Also unless the remote is aimed directly and I mean directly at your equipment nothing works. Save your money, save your frustration buy te Logitech Harmony 880 now it's worth the money



2. Well Let me just say that I was EXTREMELY happy at first with my remote and am now REALLY upset.
   
   I thought the remote was easy to program and I loved the MACRO Functions.
   
   My problem came 1 year into the remote's life when the buttons started going dead!!! My channel up button stopped working. I have to hold it for about 10 seconds before it goes up. The same with my System Control button #1.
   
   I called Sony support and they said the control is only covered for 90 days.
   
   So if you want to spend $200 for a remote that will last you 1 year, THEN THIS IS THE REMOTE FOR YOU.....
   
   P.S. They offered to repair the remote for just $77 + $9 shipping!



3. Love this product...it does everything i need a remote to do. It is not hard to learn how to use...not hard to program.



4. If you are like me and have every possible piece of audio/video components you can get your hands on, you know that those components each come with their own remotes too. It became quite a pain to have 10 different remotes on the coffee table. Granted, it kept others from being able to play with my stuff (successfully at least), but they're also an eyesore.
   
   I purchased this remote as a solution to my too-many-remotes problem. It learned all of the functions of my original remotes seamlessly, allowed me to program my own buttons, and create simple macros that make operation my entertainment center simple as the push of a button. It turned out to be a perfect solution for me.
   
   I have never once had the unit freeze on me as others compain about, nor have I had any problems with it at all. The only complaint I have is that the light doesn't come on with a tap of the touchscreen, but I can live without that.
   
   All in all, this unit is a very effective replacement of all of your remotes, without dropping the big bucks you would on other high-end universal remotes.



5. When I got this remote a few years ago, I spent almost a whole day setting it up to run the macros to control my average-sized system (TV, Amp, DVD, ReplayTV, VCR). Sony's manual was terrible, but thanks to a 25 year programming career, and strong will to succeed, I was able to eventually figure it out.
   
   Last year the batteries died & it lost the programming. Again, I sat down & worked out how to program it. Again, it took almost a day. Wish I had made detailed notes!
   
   A month ago, batteries died again & wiped programming again. Knowing how difficult it was, we juggled 3 remotes until I found time to fool with it again. Just finished a frustrating 4 hour battle in which I gave up screwing with it due to its monumentally bad interface. Won't go into the details, but if you make a mistake programming a macro, it appears the only recourse it to erase -everything you have done- & start over. My time is worth more to me than that. Erasing the macro button (press & hold STB button to turn on the whole system & select the ReplayTV source, in this case) does not seem to be possible without erasing the custom ReplayTV setup (which needs some extra buttons not on the Sony display, which can be added in .only. 15-20 minutes...)
   
   I'm cursing Sony for sucking me in with a superficially good product burdened with a horrible user interface. I'm cursing myself for wasting so many hours on such a poorly implemented product.
   
   Save yourself the grief, and look for a product made by programmers with a modicum of skill in user interface design. The designers of this remote haven't a clue.
   
   I've bought a lot of Sony stuff over the years, including several laptops, which are generally good (let's not talk about the user interface of the software they add in...) The keyboard letter paint comes off with my finger sweat, and my screen has a few bad pixels, and my second-to-last system had "relaxing hinges" for the display, and my last system camera went bad, but I love the compact form factor and built-in camera.
   
   I'm going to avoid Sony products that allow a Sony user interface designer to screw up their usability. A less-arrogant company that cared about its customers would do some usability studies, and actually improve the product based on them. Let's not hold our breath.
   
   Update 12/25/07: bought a Logitech Harmony 670 and LOVE IT! Works great!

1 comments about Startech.com Wireless Infrared Remote Extender (IREXT).

1. I really enjoy the flexability this ir extender provides. As long as you aim the remote control correctly, it works great. If you are a channel changer of great frequency, then be patient; you have to aim the remote carefully.

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