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Logitech H550

$113.00 Est. at Amazon

from RadRes from Rochester, NY, www.circuitcity.com
just purchased a new tv and thought that it was about time i had a universal remote to control all my various components: tv, sony home theater, jvc vcr (we still use it to watch old home videos of
from www.tigerdirect.com
some of the more advanced features of your tv (like a quick switch of your video input) for some reason are spotty at best, and like i said, doable, but require so many button presses that i could've
from Rich from Buffalo, NY, www.circuitcity.com
once i did, however, i was able to configure the remote to fully control all of my audio/video components.
from www.mwave.com
it will turn on all the components needed and select all the proper inputs, like video 2 and input 3 on all components.
from www.bestbuy.com
all the normal inputs like video 1-3 work well but it would not go to either of the hdmi input when selected at first.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Nice Affordability, Comfortable, Applicable Devices: TV, DVD Player, Receiver

2 RECOMMENDED by 20 people for VIDEO

Logitech Harmony 659 LCD

$120.00 Est. at Amazon

from JV from Philly Burbs, www.circuitcity.com
before i got this remote i had to do 5 steps to watch a dvd: 1) turn on my widescreen hdtv, and 2) set the video input to '2', 3) turn on the dvd player, 4) turn on my onkyo receiver, and 5) set it
from www.circuitcity.com
my wife can now control all of our video and audio equipment without calling me first.
from www.circuitcity.com
this remote makes home audio video a breeze.
from www.tigerdirect.com
one click and it changes audio, video, satellite, cable, etc.
from www.circuitcity.com
i used to work at circuit city in the video department so i've used a lot of different remotes.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Excellent Functionality, Good Programmability, Any Device Controlled By Remote

3 RECOMMENDED by 41 people for VIDEO

Logitech Harmony® One

$275.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
for example, when i press "watch videos" the remote powers up the tv, dvd player, and the onkyo but it does not select the correct audio source for the receiver...
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly program it to control multiple combinations of audio & video units courtesy of logitech's huge on-line database of manufacturers' remote control commands and, for example, have full
from www.amazon.com
you create a list of equipment make and model numbers, connect to logitech via the supplied program, and the remote codes are downloaded into the remote (it even accepted my video camera which was
from www.amazon.com
i was thinking of replacing my a/v receiver on account of the fact that it did not perform hdmi switching, but my hdtv has plenty of inputs and this remote allows me to change video inputs on the tv
from www.amazon.com
i use it to control 4 devices including a lcd tv, av receiver, blueray/dvd player and vhs video recorder.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Comfortable, Great Affordability, Any Device Controlled By Remote

4 RECOMMENDED by 20 people for VIDEO

Logitech Harmony 880 Universal

$130.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the macros make it easy for anyone to control a complicated audio & video setup.
from www.amazon.com
turn on onkyo receiver, change it to input video 1
from www.amazon.com
i can control both systems at once, added custom buttons to the additional items menu to quickly control my most used functions on the other devices, such as playing video games on the projector and
from www.amazon.com
one word of caution, if you had to have someone install your audio / video equipment because you don't understand how to hook up all the components, you might consider getting some help programming
from www.amazon.com
the cradle has a blue light the size of a nickel that glows until you seat the 880, and when it does the screen does a little video showing the 880 being cradled, and it fits snuggly in the cradle.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Nice Functionality, Excellent Affordability, LCD

5 RECOMMENDED by 23 people for VIDEO

Logitech Harmony 890 LCD

$411.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.bestbuy.com
the remote can be used to navigate the xbox 360 interface to watch netflix videos with ease.
from www.mwave.com
watching tv -- sony tv, a/v receiver, satellite receiver --on , channel - video8 , all others off .
from www.amazon.com
it may be a little overwhelming for those new to audio/video control.
from www.amazon.com
following the excellent instructions, it was very easy to set up all my video and music equipment to be controlled by this remote.
from www.amazon.com
i use my harmony 890 to control 3 tvs, 3 dvd players, 2 satellite receivers, 1 vcr and a digital av receiver that does video switching.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Great Functionality, Nice Affordability, LCD

Logitech Harmony 360 LCD

$96.00 Est. at Amazon

from TribbleM from Columbia, SC, www.circuitcity.com
an example is: i press 'watch dvd' and it cuts off my video game, turns on my stereo, cuts on my dvd player, turns on my hd projector, and cuts off my lights.
from www.bestbuy.com
play 360 it will select hdmi 3, turn on the 360, turn the receiver to video 2, and turn on my fan.
from www.bestbuy.com
"if you have an xbox 360 and multiple audio/video components then this remote is a must have.
from www.bestbuy.com
also has the same help section which is the most invaluable part of any harmony remote if you have multiple audio/video components.
from www.amazon.com
on the plus side, i was able to create an "activity" for playing wii which changes the tv's video source properly.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Nice Programmability, Excellent Functionality, Applicable Devices: TV, Receiver, Xbox

GP Batteries MediaGate GP-IR02BK

$32.00 Est. at Amazon

from kagehoshi, www.newegg.com
the blaster works perfectly too, i can now control my videotron stb with the remote.
from www.amazon.com
many short cut buttons- picture zoom , radio, music, pictures and videos buttons that weren't on the microsoft remote.
from Steven H, www.newegg.com
my music, pictures, online media, recorded videos, my dvd's ..
from Nobbler, www.newegg.com
tv, dvd, radio, video, etc.) for example, the typical navigation scenario for a simple dvd experience: 1) press media center button -or- press the tiny button labeled dvd on the top row of 8 buttons
from JR, www.newegg.com
cons: guide button mixed in with "tv," "video," "dvd," and other function button makes quickly getting to the guide a bit of a hassle (i'm sure i'll get used to it.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Attractive Design, Comfortable, Broadcasting Type: IR

Sony RM-VL600

$19.00 Est. at Amazon

from DMJury from Dallas, TX, www.circuitcity.com
for example, if i want to change the audio input on my receiver from dvd to tv, i have to push the video 2 button, not the tv labeled one.
from www.amazon.com
this sony remote works very well with all my video peripherals (dvd,dvr,cable box, tv).
from www.amazon.com
you can also say program the video input function of your tv onto the dvd and tivo modes.
from www.amazon.com
once everything is on, i use the component select button macros to switch between components (example when holding down the dvd button for 2 seconds - change audio input on amplifier, change video
from www.amazon.com
the tv/video button is a small dot at the very top of the unit.

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Positives: Great Affordability, Easy To Use, Great Programmability, Any Device Controlled By Remote

Universal B4O00001

Universal Remote Control (B4O00001) Remote Control

$28.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
this remote is a must buy if you use your 360 for video viewing whether it be dvd or file shared.
from Leezus, www.newegg.com
before this remote i had to turn on the tv, manually change the input of the tv, turn the xbox on, navigate the videos with the controller and change volume with my standard tv remote.
from www.amazon.com
if you use your 360 for any type of media such as music or video this is a must have.
from rbeknight, www.newegg.com
great for watching videos or playing back music.
from www.amazon.com
the xbox 360 can play dvds, downloaded videos, videos streamed from your pc, windows media center integration, netflix integration, and don't forget music playback and picture viewing.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Easy To Use, Long Battery Life, Any Device Controlled By Remote

Logitech Harmony 688 LCD

$140.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.bestbuyplasma.com
for instance, in dvd mode the remote not only changes the receiver settings (video and audio switching) and turns on the projector and dvd, but it also turns off the other componenets and sets the
from www.amazon.com
i wanted a universal remote that i could hand to a babysitter so s/he could watch tv or a video without a two-page list of instructions.
from www.amazon.com
this is the first remote that i've found that operates all my audio and video components.
from www.amazon.com
hi def tv", "watch tivo recordings" and "watch dvd" without having to reselect audio and video input settings on multiple remotes (or scroll through multiple menus on a single universal remote).
from www.amazon.com
i want ot play x-box i hit the button labled play video games!

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Positives: Easy To Use, Great Functionality, Compact, Applicable Devices: TV, VCR, DVD Player, Cable\Satellite Receiver, Amplifiers, CD Player

Universal MX-900 Genesis

Universal Remote Control MX-900 Genesis Remote Control

$445.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i really like this one to properly control all the video and sound functions from 4 tivo's, a blu-ray, another dvd, and an htpc.
from www.amazon.com
in fact, i may just have to get another one for my parents this christmas just to avoid having to rescue them several times a year when they accidentally change the video mode and can't figure out
from www.amazon.com
i've written a number of macros so that with one button press many pieces of equipment are turned on/off, correct audio and video inputs are selected, and the volume/mute and channel up/down buttons
from www.amazon.com
*60" hd sony xbr with 7 video inputs.

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Positives: Excellent Programmability, Excellent Durability, Good Functionality, Any Device Controlled By Remote

Universal URC-300 LCD Touchscreen

Universal Remote Control URC-300 LCD Touchscreen Remote Control

$100.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
and the dvd help video is nice; it helped me get up and running in no time instead of fumbling through the book and make the remote work, trial and error so to speak.
from www.amazon.com
if you watch the video dvd and follow the instructions in the manual you can make it perform as a super single solution.
from www.amazon.com
it does come with an evidently useful how-to dvd, but i've become proficient with the device without viewing the help video.
from www.amazon.com
it also switches the receiver over to "video1", which is my tivo.
from www.amazon.com
buttons like input, format, video, cancel, info, and surround sound specific).

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Positives: Great Functionality, Nice Programmability, Excellent Affordability, Any Device Controlled By Remote

Logitech Harmony 555 Universal LCD

Logitech Harmony 555 Universal Remote control LCD Remote Control

$91.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.tigerdirect.com
i previously order the 520 remote for my mother its really cool,but my only problem is that on the video explainatin the guy says 500 instead of 5,000 command inputs that was really disconcerning,but
from www.amazon.com
the beauty of it is that you can control multiple devices by what entertainment you want to have - such as watch tv, listen to cds, watch a video tape or watch a dvd.
from www.amazon.com
but the best feature is the action buttons and the way the remote behaves when in use: just like a macro button on other universal remotes -> you select "watch tv" and it turns on the tv to video
from www.amazon.com
(i got the tv for a $100 off for being remoteless-- it had been a floor model) with the promise that it would be easy to use, and would run all my audio/ video equipment.
from f0kk3r, www.newegg.com
i was able to even use the remote on the xbox dashboard to access videos etc.

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Positives: Nice Programmability, Easy To Use, Excellent Functionality, Applicable Devices: TV, DVD Player, Receiver, Lighting

Logitech Harmony 785 LCD

$179.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.walmart.com
example if i want to watch a movie it will turn on the dvd player, audio receiver, tv and change the channels on every thing to the proper channel for sound and video.
from www.amazon.com
this systems helps me to control every thing easily, i use my receiver to control all video and audio(paid for it why not use it for every day, who wants to listen to tv out of those small crappy
from www.amazon.com
every thing worked great except when i selected "play dvd" on the activity menu, the tv, dvd player, and the receiver turned on--but alas no video signal to the tv.
from www.amazon.com
one button to watch a dvd, listen to music, watch television, and play video games.
from www.amazon.com
what device controls sound, do you want your device to remain on or turn off, what device displays video etc.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Excellent Programmability, Great Functionality, Applicable Devices: TV, VCR, DVD Player, Receiver, LD Player

Intermatic HA101K

$99.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the enclosed setup and user guide walks you through it, and in addition intermatic has an online video tutorial that covers the same complete setup procedures.
from www.amazon.com
* tip: watch the video at http://www.homesettings.com/library.html
from www.amazon.com
later i went to the "homesettings" web site and played the videos in the video library.
from www.amazon.com
also, homesettings.com has video tutorials on it's website, that are extremely helpful in setting up this system.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Nice Affordability, Excellent Programmability, Broadcasting Type: RF

Logitech Harmony 1100 LCD Touchscreen

$452.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it will control other video consoles) its very easy to program.
from www.amazon.com
hefty price tag, and the fact that this remote will require both hands to hold and use, i feel the harmony 1100 is a great device that is sure to please most every home audio/video enthusiast.
from www.amazon.com
with it being much wider than a typical remote, i hold it with two hands more like a video game controller.
from www.amazon.com
i have a very complex 7.1 audiophile audio/video set up: 1 rotel preamp, 2 rotel amps, rotel 5 disc cd, sony es bluray, xbox 360, 50 inch elite plasma, an hd cable box, plus , lest we forget, an
from www.amazon.com
if you don't mind the somewhat hefty price tag, and the fact that this remote will require both hands to hold and use, i feel the harmony 1100 is a great device that is sure to please most every home

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Positives: Easy To Use, Great Functionality, Comfortable, LCD Touchscreen

Nyko Blue-Wave Infrared Remote

$20.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the harmony software actually recognized the remote under the 'video game (with dvd) listing and with a few minor adjustments [minor compared to other devices i've had to program into it], i couldn't
from www.amazon.com
first of all, like others have explained, this is a bare-bones solution for those looking to control their ps3's video features.
from www.amazon.com
pretty much everything you need for video playback on the ps3.

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Positives: Long Battery Life, Easy To Use, Nice Programmability, Type: Remote Control

Universal RFS200 LCD

Universal Remote Control RFS200 LCD Remote Control

$102.00 Est. at Amazon

from from Cincinnati, OH, www.circuitcity.com
this remote has what they call a 'punch through' feature that lets me control the sound system volume without switching to video mode while i'm watching cable tv or dvr.
from www.amazon.com
all the audio/video equipment is set up inside the built-in entertainment center and the remote controls all of it.
from www.amazon.com
this little device has made it possible to have all of my audio/video equipment in my master closet, while my tv is hanging in my living room...
from www.amazon.com
after a good deal of trouble shooting, i discovered that the vga video cable running from my home automation pc (also located in the same stereo rack) to the vga input of my plasma tv was sending out
from www.amazon.com
i also programmed settings for a sony sd tv, an old mitsubishi s-video vcr, 1st gen xbox, and comcast cable box/dvr.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Excellent Affordability, Long Battery Life, Any Device Controlled By Remote

Monster Cable 121161

$245.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the monster mcc av100 remote control was easy to set up, is easy to use, and best of all,operates all my tv/video & stereo equipment from my new sony plasma to my 20 year old carver stereo components.
from www.amazon.com
i use it to get my tv ready for the wii (turning off everything but the tv and changing the audio and video inputs, but since the wii has bluetooth controls, not rf, i still need to turn that on with

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Positives: Easy To Use, Great Functionality, Good Programmability, Applicable Devices: TV, VCR, DVD Player, Cable\Satellite Receiver, Amplifiers, Tuner, Receiver, LD Player, Lighting, Computer Multimedia, iPod

EA Sports SRU8010/17

$74.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
these inputs have to go through a form of electronic handshake before they establish their audio and video connections and are ready to go.
from www.amazon.com
* watch vhs videos.

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Positives: Excellent Programmability, Nice Functionality, Nice Affordability, Type: Universal

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