Phlilips SJM3151 Universal Remote for iPod | List Price: $179.99
Discount Price: $127.99
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Brand: Philips
Binding: Electronics
Features: - 6 device design: iPod, TV, VCR, DVD player, cable and satellite systems
- Included docking cradle allows iPod to charge and play simultaneously
- 2-way RF operation allows communication between iPod and remote allowing use throughout house
- Backlit LCD screen displays iPod menu and libraries
- Easy wizard set-up guides you step by step through the set-up process
What a neat device [Posted on 2008-03-10]
This is a great thing. It does just what it says it does, runs your ipod and everything else too. It took me about 15 mins to get it all set up, and only took that long because I had to manually program my cable and satellite remotes, but it was very easy. It recognized my TV, VCR and DVD player instantly. I just put all five other remotes away in a drawer. And it really does run the ipod from all over the house.
I just got a new Onkyo A/V receiver and I bought this because I had read so many bad things about how difficult operating the Onkyo dock is, where you have to have the TV on and it takes forever to scroll. Other stereo docks, like the HK and Yamaha, had similar negative reviews, and the more simple docks didn't allow operation from beyond line of sight. This one was a very reasonable price compared to the DLO, which doesn't have the all-in-one features.
Two early, but very minor, concerns. It seems to have a slow response, both for the ipod when transmitting/receiving all the data, and when it first "wakes up", if you haven't operated it for more than about 15 secs. And, because it has a bright LCD screen, I suspect it may run through batteries (3 AAs). But at most these knock it down to a 4.5 rating and it's so cool a 5 overall is quite justified.
This is a great machine that appears to have been overlooked in the sea of ipod docks.
Good Product, Good Value [Posted on 2008-04-07]
All in all a solid product. Easy to program. Easy to use. Operates smoothly, if not a little slow. I previously owned a DLO Homedock which developed a nasty tendancy of locking up and needing to be reset. I also like the fact that, unlike the DLO Homedock, the Philips Dock does not need to load in the info from the Ipod. No matter which family member is using the dock, it automatically displays their menus and playlists. With the DLO if a different Ipod is inserted you have to go through a process to load it's info into the remote. I also think that having replaceable batteries i the remote is a positive development. With the DLO te remote utilizes hard wired rechargable battery. Over tme it will lose its ability to charge rendering it useless.
Only a couple of minor complaints. When accessing the settings menu through the remote it does not allow for the changing of the EQ settings. A color display would also have been nice.
Works Perfectly! [Posted on 2008-05-22]
I purchased the "Phillips SJM3151 Universal Remote for iPod" about a month ago and it works exactly like I hoped it would. I use it becasue I have speakers downstars and outside that are hooked up to my stereo upstairs - so I can plug my iPod into the stereo and use this remote anywhere inside or outside the house to adjust the volume, skip to the next song, change the playlist etc. All you do is plug it in, put your iPod in it, and start using it. I have an 80GB iPod (with about 70GB of music on it) and was thrilled that it connects to the iPod right away (you push the button with the iPod picture on it). The menu options are "Playlists", "Artists", "Albums", and "Songs". When I select any of these menu options my stuff comes up right away, even with 70GB. The screen displays 5 things at a time and you can navagate down (one line) or page down (next 5), which the unit does quickly. The screen goes blank to conserve battery life several seconds after using it. The remote feels solid and has a familiar layout. One thing to mention is that even though this is a Universal Remote, only the iPod can be controlled without "line of sight" to the unit.
I read that some of the other models have to import lists from the iPod when you first set it up. Reviewers of those models said this was a pain becasue it has to re-import when you add or change stuff or if you plug in a different iPod. Not so with this one - you just put any iPod in the dock and start controlling it with this remote.
One minor things I wish it did - I can't start the iPod playing without using the remote. This is becasue when you put it in the dock the iPod changes to that "ok to unplug" screen. Even if I start it playing first, it stops when you plug it into the dock.
To sum it up - simple to use, excellent quality, works like it came with my iPod, love it.
Estupendo [Posted on 2008-05-24]
El mando del que trato añade a la función de mando universal la de controlador de un Ipod.
Como mando universal para Audio y Video funciona a la perfección, pero lo más interesante es que mediante la botonera podemos manejar los distintos menús del Ipod visualizándolos en una pantalla pequeña pero suficiente. El volumen, el avance y retroceso rápidos y el salto de canción se gobiernan también desde la unidad.
Las conexiones al amplificador estéreo o av se realizan mediante un jack con tres RCA de salida y también dispone de una salida S-Video. A pesar de la aparente falta de "exquisitez audiófila" de las salidas de sonido y vídeo la transmisión está libre de ruidos y desempeña su función como el más caro de los cables High End (quien piense lo contrario tiene opciones mucho más caras, gástese el dinero como le plazca y explique a sus amistades que suena mejor).
Funciona a la perfección con un Ipod Classic, a pesar de indicar lo contrario en el embalaje.
En definitiva, una opción muy interesante, y creo que única por su versatilidad, para integrar el reproductor portátil por excelencia en nuestro sistema de Alta Fidelidad.
Great device - and great customer service from Amazon [Posted on 2008-06-29]
I was at first disappointed with this product. It worked with my satellite receiver, my tuner, my TV, my DVD player -- everything except my iPod! After lots of plugging and unplugging of cables (and gnashing of teeth...), I finally contacted Phillips customer support. They recommended that I return the product for replacement. Amazon is amazing when it comes to replacing defective products. They shipped out a new one immediately, I returned the defective one, and now I'm controlling my iPod -- along with all of the other gadgets -- with one remote. Gotta love that!
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