Universal Remote Control URC-300 LCD Touchscreen Remote Control Reviews

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I purchased the URC300 on Amazon for $59.95 (limited time) which is a fantastic price for a 15 device universal remote control. Its construction is sturdy and well-designed, however programming is not as intuitive as it could be. from Amazon.com This is quite a nice piece of equipment. Code setup was great, although my Samsung DLP HL-S6187W didn't like the 'stock' codes, so I had to learn some of the functions manually -- no problem with this remote. The only drawback I saw was that you cannot put functions on the first page, ie, if the Source function is on page 2 of the touchscreen, you have to use the touchscreen and go to page 2, you cannot move it to page 1 where its seen immediately. I might be wrong, there are many ways to customize the remote and I just haven't dug deep enough since I'm happy with it as is. from Amazon.com I really liked that the remote has a self-illuminating feature because I tend to watch television in a darkened room. I bought the remote for my husband for Valentine's Day. The Universal Remote streamlined everything into one remote. It was very easy for me to program and have all set up before giving it to him as a gift. from Amazon.com I have the URC200 model and liked it so I purchased this one (URC300). The ergonomics of this remote are perfect for my DirecTivo satellite units. from Amazon.com As long as you are willing to spend a couple hours configuring this remote, then this is an excellent product at its price-point. I wanted a programmable, "activity like" universal remote to control several components with a single button push (using macros). For example, power-on the DVD player, turn-on the stereo, and configure it for surround-sound. from Amazon.com No problem. Fixing that takes about 5 seconds. Another con is that the menu items on the LCD have to be abbreviated. You don't have an unlimited number of characters to work with. from Amazon.com In addition, Amazon was selling this at a sick price - about a 1/3 of the local big box electronic stores! I am still learning the features of the remote, but everyone in my household (even my wife) has no problems with the operation. I am currently operating a 37" LCD HDTV, a Motorola DVR from my cable company, and a combination receiver/DVD. I was able to code in the the DVR but had to "teach" the remote the other devices. from Amazon.com We bought this remote after trying a string of cheaper universal remotes that always came close, but didn't control everything. We always seem to have the one component that there is no pre-programmed code for, or the function couldn't be learned by the universal remote for who knows what reason. from Amazon.com I WAS HOPING FOR A UNIVERSAL REMOTE THAT WAS EASY TO USE, I ALSO CONTACTED THE CUSTOMER SUPPORT AND I AM STILL WAITING FOR A RESPONSE. E. from Amazon.com I often use one on my downstairs deck in the back that controls my receiver and computer (where I store my music) located in the front of the house upstairs. This unit is relatively easy to use and very easy to program. The ONLY drawback, when compared to my SONY remote, is that the SONY is capable of learning some commands that the Universal cannot. I am hopeful that this will be corrected in the future. from Amazon.com

Released	over 3 years ago
Applicable Devices	Any Device Controlled By Remote
LCD Type	LCD Touchscreen
Type	Learning Learning
Battery	4 x AAA 4 x AAA
Backlit Display	With Backlit Display
Broadcasting Type	IR, RF
Computer Connection	Without Computer Connection
Depth	8.5 in. 8.5 in.
Devices Controlled	13
Height	1 in. 1 in.
Keypad Illumination	Illuminated Keypad
Operation Distance	100 ft.
Voice Activation	Without Voice Activation
Warranty	1 Year 1 Year
Weight	8 oz. 8 oz.
Width	2.5 in. 2.5 in.

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