Universal Remote Control MX-850 IR/RF Aeros Remote Control | List Price: $399.99
Discount Price: $189.99
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Brand: Universal
Binding: Electronics
Features: - 20 different components can be programmed with up to 4 pages of LCD screens and 33 buttons each
- Memory offers up to 912 potential macros with up to 190 steps each
- Smart memory back-up feature saves programmed memory for up to 10 years
- Windows-based PC software contains over 1500 different brand/model code sets, and enables custom program design
- Expanded RF capabilities with an extended range up to 100', RF routing to allow independent control over an array of identical components, and operation of up to 15 different equipment locations when used with optional MRF-300 or MRF-250
Excellent Design [Posted on 2008-03-16]
This is the second Universal Remote Control I have purchased. I originally bought the MX-800 and liked it so well, I decided to get another when I bought a new HDTV. The MX-850 is very similar but with a better "select" button. You have to be somewhat technicly inclined to set up and program the device. However, if you are willing to spend the time, you will find the control very powerful in what it can be programmed to do. It is very well made and has a good feel. These units were initially released before USB became the standard, so you will have to purchase a USB to RS232 convertor. They are not expensive and I have had no trouble using the conversion device. My MX-800 is also still in use for a second DVR/TV configuration. Both models use the same software.
STONGLY DO NOT RECOMMEND [Posted on 2008-04-19]
If you are a professional installer or plan to hire a professional installer then this might be for you.
I originally paid someone to install a home entertainment system and everything including the remote was working fine...
...until, I wanted to add a blu-ray dvd player. Getting something added to work with this remote is a major hassle. There is no online pdf available. To get the software, you have to register your remote and then wait...and wait some more until they accept your registration.
The apparent strategy of the company is to make this remote installer friendly. A regular joe is helpless with this. Therefore they gain the allegiance of installers to recommend and sell this product for them. Anyway, I had a guy out today to reprogram it, figured all of this out, and now will have to have him come back later in the week. Today is a Saturday so contacting the company was not an option as they were closed.
Excellent functionality, but poor battery life [Posted on 2008-05-05]
I found the programming software easy to use. (Check to make sure the software ships with the unit or is downloadable.) Everything is laid out nicely and the customizability is fantastic! You'll need to buy a USB/RS-232 interface cable if your PC is a recent model that lacks a 90's-style serial port.
The one big gripe I have with this remote is that it guzzles batteries like a marathon runner in the Sahara. A set of four AAA's only lasts about 3-4 weeks, plus there's no low-battery warning before it stops working. When the batteries are almost gone, it will suddenly run a power-on self-test every other time you press a button. You'll definitely want a set of rechargeables for this one.
Where's the program? [Posted on 2008-05-19]
I received the item within a few days. After several days of trying to get the program to download to the remote, no instructions where included, and a call to the seller, I contacted Universal directly. They told me the program was too outdated to update, so they emailed me a new program and pdf instructions. Fantastic remote. Very Easy to program. This thing can do anything. I also bought the MX 200 Sidekick today for the young one.
Exactly what I was looking for...... [Posted on 2008-06-13]
Easy to program and very responsive. We're back to a one remote household with multiple devices to control. My favorite aspect was the ability to use my PC to set up the commands which sends them to the remote. Any future changes or additions will be a breeze.
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