Product Description
Today, the One For All brand is synonymous with Universal Remote Controls. One For All continues to dominate the market as a global leader in technology.PRODUCT FEATURES:Full learning capability;Master power key;Favorite channel;Picture-in-picture function;Macro functions;Surround sound functions;Menu function;Guide function;Info function;Exit function;Previous channel key;Mute key;Permanent memory retention.
Customer Reviews:
Sturdy and easy to use.......2007-12-12
I have this for over a year now and even it is falling a lot - we have three kids in the house - it is still working a 100% It is also easy to program. I have 2 audio amplifiers that are not listed with a code, but both are working fine with remote to remote command transfer.
Useful remote.......2007-11-08
I have a Samsung LCD tv, Sony home theater, Dish network and a sony dvd player.
Expect for the home theater remotes works excellent for the other three things. For home thetare - if we are not playing DVD then we use the DVD option on remote and then we get the desired functionallity.
Cheap remote and works fine. Recommended
one small glitch in instructions, otherwise PERFECT!.......2007-08-15
This is what I have been looking for! My TV and DishNetwork sat receiver BOTH came with crappy remotes. The TV remote needs to be less than a foot from the TV to work. This does all of the sat receiver functions and the commonly used ones for the brand "Z" TV. One word of caution: the instructions for "learning" the old remote aren't clear. When you press the button to be programmed on the One for All remote, the LED lights for 5 seconds. The instructions don't warn you that the button on the old remote must be pressed DURING that 5 seconds.
Ergonomics are excellent. Although the buttons are small and appear to be close together, my arthritic hands have no problem with hitting the wrong buttons as they did with the Dish remote.
Part 2: I just added a Panasonic DVD recorder, again with a poor remote that doesn't work well. This One-For-All saved the day again! Positively BRILLIANT engineering! Something that is lacking in most of today's electronics.
Excellent Remote - Good Value.......2007-07-28
This is an excellent remote and they have a ton of codes. And it will learn a bunch of items. They also allow you to send it in to add a new code that they may have that is not in the list. Hence the reason for 4 out of 5 stars. The URC-8910 allows you to download the code over the phone...but this model you have to mail to them to add. But still the One For All's that are learning are the best in the business... I tried Harmony / Universal Remote brand and a few others...but One For All is a great company for support...I highly recommend.
Easy to Use Learning Feature.......2007-06-17
I bought this after I got fed up with the reomte that came with my Viewsonic Nextvision N6. This remote replaced the N6 remote and a Universal R5 remmote with bad learning functions. The One For All 6-Device learning remote worked great and only took about 15 minutes to get it set up. It's a great bargin.
Product Description
Sleep Timer / Fully backlit / Control Auxiliary Devices / Advanced DVD, DVR, TV and HDTV functionality / 4 programming methods
Customer Reviews:
A Great Remote for the price.......2007-12-02
This is actually my second remote of this model type. I had to buy a second one because my parrot ate all the buttons off the old one. It runs all my devices flawlessly, including my old Zenith TV that is over 16 years old. It's easy to program and operate. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone in the market for a new multifunction remote.
Product Description
For over 100 years, what has remained constant is GE's dedication to change and progress. And that's what will keep the company growing over the next 100 years. From jet engines to power generation, from financial services to plastics, from television to medical imaging, GE people worldwide are dedicated to turning good ideas into products and services that make the world a better place.
Customer Reviews:
GE Universal Remote Control RM24961.......2007-05-14
Since there was no picture available, I just expected your average oblong-looking remote. However, I was pleasantly surprised that the remote has a very contemporary look and goes great with my modern decor. It has a round, 3-dimensional, saucer shape with large easy to read buttons. It is silver and black in color with a comfort-fit groove on the bottom so it fits comfortably in the palm your hand. The programming instructions (for the various external devices - i.e., VCR, DVD player, etc.) are very easy to follow, and it works perfectly with my old GE Television.
Product Description
Controls most brands of TV, VCR or aux, DVD and sat/cable / Program via direct entry, manual and auto-code search / Battery saver / Sleep timer
Product Description
Polycom develops, manufactures and markets a full range of high-quality, easy-to-use and affordable voice and video communication endpoints, video management software, web conferencing software, multi-network gateways, and multipoint conferencing and network access solutions.
Product Description
JENSEN provides the perfect remote control for optimum compatibility with your A/V equipment. JENSEN Universal remotes combine advanced features - such as dedicated on-screen menu controls - with ergonomic design for seamless total control of home theater components. With a remote designed to meet every need, JENSEN has just what you're looking for.
Customer Reviews:
A bit hard to program..........2006-03-24
The manual was hard for me to follow; and I'm someone who is picks up consumer electronics fairly quick (no flashing 12:00 in my house). If you read carefully, programming will be quick. It's light and has a wide variety of devices it can control. It's great for the price.
Product Description
The DVR/PVR Specialist is an upgradeable universal remote control. Consolidates up to 6 devices at one time - TV, VCR, DVD, PVR, Cable, Satellite, Receiver or Amplifier. Master Power key to turn all devices on/off simultaneously. Full DVR/PVR compatibility and support functions. Also enjoy Picture-in-Picture and Surround Sound functions with this remote.
Amazon.com Product Description
Known as the DVR/PVR Specialist, One For All's URC 6131 remote control is an upgradeable universal remote capable of operating up to six devices at one time: TV, VCR, DVD, PVR, cable, satellite, and surround receiver or amplifier. A master-power key turns all devices on or off simultaneously. High-tech households will enjoy the remote's full DVR/PVR (digital video recorder) compatibility and support, as well as its handy picture-in-picture and surround sound selectors.
The URC-6131 features intuitive, easy-to use buttons and color-coded keys for popular functions. The device requires two AA alkaline batteries (not included) and some simple programming. The remote is preprogrammed at the factory to operate an RCA TV, VCR, and satellite receiver, a Philips TiVo DVR, a Toshiba DVD player, and a Pioneer audio receiver/amplifier. To control devices other than the default brands, simply find the manufacturers in the provided code library and load them manually.
Other features include direct code setup for easy device programming, step-and-set code setup and code verification (for an alternate way to program devices), and device key re-assignment to remotely control a second (duplicate) device.
What's in the Box
Remote control and a user's manual. Two AA batteries not included.
Customer Reviews:
Value is the operative word.......2007-09-23
I've seen a lot of comparision between this remote and Logitech's harmony and I think it's silly to compare. The Harmony's are going to sell for between $100-400. They're great. But if you want to spend under 10.00 for a remote that wll do most, if not all, of what you want to do with a home theater, this is the remote for you. I'm running a Sony 46" HD TV; A motorola cable box, Tivo, a Magnavox VCR/DVD Combo and a Yamaha 6.1 surround sound receiver. The only device that it doesn't operate to the fullest is the Yamaha receiver. The on-off button doesn't operate the receiver no matter what code I've tried. Once it's turned on, the remote will raise the volume, mute the sound and change equilizer settings but it doesn't do a good job of controlling set up functions. Generally I keep the settings where I want them so once the receiver is powered on, I can do what I want in terms of normal tv viewing. This unit even works the Tivo to it's fullest including having thumbs up and thumbs down buttons. And it uses the same standard play/stop/pause/fast forward/reverse keys to operate the dvd, vcr and tivo. If you're just a techie kind of guy, money is no object and you like tons of bells and whistles then of course you can't go wrong with Logitech's Harmony remote. But this remote gets my endorsement for anyone who wants a great inexpensive universal remote.
Nice Remote / Lots of Codes but NO LEARNING.........2007-07-28
A great code library...but pay a bit more and step up to their learning series...you will be glad you did.
Exactly what i needed.......2007-07-09
This remote was exactly what i needed. It controls everything including my JVC receiver. I have limited three remotes down to one and it is great. Highly recommended to anyone searching for an all in one remoter. For the price, you cant beat it.
great remote.......2007-05-17
Have been unsucessful in finding a code for insignia receiver and home theater. Sent remote to customer service for new codes and works great can finally control cable- home theater- and tv with one remote . Price is right and small shipping expense was worth it . If you need codes this is an easy fix .
Great remote for TIVO units!.......2007-04-26
I bought this to replace a lost Tivo series 2 remote control. Worked right out of the environmentally unfriendly plastic packaging!
Product Description
ONE FOR ALL has been the world-leader in universal wireless technology for the last decade. With its invention, the pre-programmed Universal Remote Control, and its other wireless products, ONE FOR ALL puts "everything under control"PRODUCT FEATURES:Revolutionary Electro-Luminescent display that reveals active screens for the device in use while inactive devices remain hidden;Universal Learning remote with key animation for ease of use and set-up;Upgradeable, TV, DVD, VCR, PVR/DVR, Cable, Satellite, CD, Audio;Unique easy to set up customizable operations featuring Master Power Key, 4 user defined Macros and preferential Home Theater Settings;Also has advanced controls for Audio and DVD.
Customer Reviews:
Does it all.......2007-11-24
This is my second all in one remote. Works great. I don't use the motion turn-on feature as it will eat your batteries up. I keep going back to these remotes for the one push feature. I can program the remote to turn on several devices with one push of a button, and then turn them all off at one time too. Would purchase again.
Solid product, terrific functionality, s-m-a-l-l buttons.......2007-09-19
I confess this review to be a bit biased. The URC-6960 was a replacement for a beloved Kameleon, 8-in-1 controller -- a simultaneous battery hog + remote control godsend for nearly 5 years time. The 8-in-1 would still be going strong, in fact, if not for it being dropped for the umpteenth -- and final time. But I digress.
The URC-6960, however, is a more than capable replacement. A solid casing, touch screen and battery compartment combine to create durability the 8-in-1 could only dream of. The 6960 not only looks like a universal remote, in now feels akin to one as well. The thin, flat 8-in-1 is now a lighter and rectangular.
Moreover, battery life is substantially improved. Disable the wonky motion sensitivity (which plagued the 8-in-1 model) and one can go weeks without thinking of a battery change. Blasphemous perhaps, but finally a Kameleon controller devoid of an endless supply of rechargeable batteries at ready.
Related, the URC-6960 is heads and shoulders above its predecessors in custom function programmability. Numerous phone calls leading to downloadable codes are now a thing of the past. This remote is a Mensa genius; I've yet to find a function it didn't learn instantly and flawlessly...even from the most obscure of devices.
Still, the URC-6960 'aint perfect. There's a STEEP learning curve in programming the thing...even while reading the instruction manual in tandem. Also, the buttons on this are small. So small, expect to press multiple and/or the wrong button[s] simultaneously. I literally found myself mapping adjacent buttons to the same function to eliminate annoying and accidental button presses.
These shortcomings aside, having gone Kameleon...I can never go back to a standard, LCD-free universal remote. Ignoring chic factor, there's something enormously intuitive about an intelligent, visualized representation of device functions. Not to mention the URC-6960 clocks in at $100 less than the cheapest, more robust Logitech (or equivalent) graphics-based universal. That alone makes this a near must-purchase.
Sucks.......2006-11-04
Does not have enough preprogrammed components. I was only able to get rid of 2 of my 5 remote.
Terrific Remote.......2006-03-25
On taking the Kameleon remote (URC-6960) from its box, I was immediately pleased with its shape and balance. After placing four AAA batteries into its case, I enjoyed the large luminescent touch screen that came to life by simply lifting or touching the remote. Easily, in even a darken room, I could clearly see and operate each touch key that had previously been hidden under the remote’s smooth outer top blue surface. That blue luminescent surface then stands out in contrast to the remote’s sleek black base and silver trim. Looking more like a piece of modern art then a remote, I was pleased to find it operated just as magnificently as it looked.
To control a device such as the TV, VCR, DVD, Audio, PVR, Home Theather or Cable, I only needed to lightly press a finger tip to the appropriate icon; that icon then smoothly responded in an animated acknowledgement. Impressively, the remote’s touch-keys then switched to illuminate only those keys for that device while all other unneeded keys disappears. This pleasantly reduces confusion and distraction when navigating through the remote’s multi-capabilities. The remote’s changing and different luminous display to match the keys for each different device makes this remote a breeze to master; this clever changing touch screen giving rise to the Kameleon’s namesake – i.e., a chameleon.
Satisfyingly, the Kameleon easily eliminated my need for those cumbersome and often poorly designed remotes bundled with one’s original electronic equipment. This universal remote came — like most universal remotes — with a substantial library of built-in product codes supporting a wide range of devices and manufactures. While the Kameleon was preset at the factory to operate certain Cable box, PVR (DVR), RCA’s TV, VCR, Satellite Receiver, DVD player or Audio Receivers — my devices were not under those default settings. But, by touching the setup key, the remote’s display would change revealing a special luminescent display where I could then program the remote. The previous keys disappear and now only the program keys are visible such as the: “Device Set” to insert a code from the User’s Guide to work a device; a “Search” key to let the remote scan to find a needed “code”; a “Brightness” key to adjust the display; a “Learn Key” to easily teach the Kameleon any special functions from the original remote, and the “Mode” key that allowed assigning my second DVD player to work under one of the device icons that was not currently being used. Also, other keys to adjust how long the display light is on, set the vibration sensitivity and a convenient universal volume lock across all devices.
To load my TV code into the remote, I manually turned on my TV, then pressed and held the “Set up” key on the Kameleon remote for 2-seconds bringing up the “Program Keys”. I then pressed the “Device Setup” key, which in turn revealed the uncluttered programming screen. Here, I merely pressed the TV icon, which animates in response. Using the number key (1-0) that appeared, I merely pressed in my particular TV’s code “0-0-4-7” as I had found listed in the comprehensive User’s Guide. The remote recognized the code and flashed twice in acceptance. I aimed the remote at the TV and pressed the “Power” key — and the TV turns off as further proof of the remote being successfully programmed for my GE TV. I used the same simple steps in turn for my VCR, Audio, and DVD player. The Kameleon worked everything. Programming took less than 3 minutes (having looked up the codes for my brands in advance in the accompanying User’s Guide).
I was very pleased with the Kameleon and delighted to have found a good price for it on Amazon.com. However, my real appreciation for this universal remote grew when I came to understand its upgrade feature. Just days after buying the Kameleon, I bought a new ILO DVD recorder that only recently came out onto the market.
Unfortunately, the ILO though a great little DVD unit, nonetheless, had a remote with tiny buttons and a layout impossible to discern in ambient lighting. In vain, I contacted ILO in hopes of obtaining a code that I could program into my Kameleon; their response was no universal remote could handle their new DVD recorder code and I would have to make do with the ILO remote. Since the Kameleon is more than a universal remote, I though I would use its “learning” capabilities to train the Kameleon directly from the ILO’s remote. However, there is a limit on most “learning” remotes as to how many keys that can be stored in a learning remote’s memory (usually between 17-28 keys). The ILO remote had 44-keys of which forty I though to be necessary for my needs. This overtaxed the Kameleon’s ability to “learn”.
Happily, the Kameleon is not just a universal learning remote — but also an upgradeable remote which sets it apart from most remotes. It was relatively simple to have One For All, the makers of the Kameleon, to insert a special new code into my Kameleon that now would perfectly work with the new ILO DVD recorder. Rather than being obsolete owing to new equipment coming out on the market — my Kameleon remained good as new if not “better than new”.
One For All’s company support was terrific; the upgrade was free costing me only $3 in postage to mail the remote to back to them; they mailed it back for fee all in less than 3 days. More recent versions of the Kameleon allow for such device codes to be transmitted over the phone or by computer for even easier upgrades. By adjusting and lowering the Kameleon’s brightness and sensitivity levels, I have gone six weeks without battery change. (Of course a backlight remote uses more battery output than a non lighted remote; but for me a backlight remote is essential and the Kameleon excels). The Kameleon line with either the touch keys, which I like, or the button version for people who like the tactile feel when pushing a button— is an excellent universal, learning and upgradeable remote. The Kameleon offers a wonderful change to the way and ease in controlling numerous devices and freeing oneself from the complexities in using a myriad of separate and non-uniformed remotes.
Great Value!.......2006-03-04
This remote even controlled a prototype Network DVD Player.
Great features for the price (Macros, learning, etc,)
I recommend. It.
Product Description
Kameleon 6 Hybrid Universal Remote features a Revolutionary Electro-Luminescent display that reveals active screens for the device in use while inactive devices remain hidden. Universal Learning remote with key animation for ease of use and set-up. Upgradeable, TV, DVD, VCR, PVR/DVR, Cable, Satellite, CD, Audio. Unique easy to set up customizable operations featuring Master Power Key. Also has advanced controls for Audio and DVD.
Customer Reviews:
Good features, but one annoyance and poor life span.......2007-10-13
I'll echo all the positive things others have said - it controls all my devices (with some learning), battery life is fine, key layout is good.
But two big negatives: (1) as others have noted, it is annoying that you have to hit a key to wake it up before doing anything, including using the hard keys.
(2) the graphics on the illuminated keys are wearing out (going dark). The "skip" key (the most frequently hit) started wearing out right away, but isn't noticeable because in Cable setting, the worn out center part is off. Now (about a year), play, pause, and power are wearing out.
one other gripe, but minor: it's a little short on buttons. Mainly, it lacks Day+/- or DVR tuner swap. There were unused keys to remap to those, but I can never remember which I used.
I'll use it till it breaks, but I won't buy another Kameleon style. I'll stick with OFA, but with an all-hard-key model.
Kameleon 6 Device Hybrid Universal Remote UR6690.......2006-11-26
I have previously used a one for all remote but since I have more devices I decided it was time for an upgrade, well that and my supposedly new panasonic remote conked out after a year of use. Anyway this is an awesome upgrade it controls about 5 devices RCA (tuner/cd player), Sylvannia DVD/CD player, Panasonic TV. This device I decided to purchase because the previous RCA 8 device learning remote stopped learning and working all together after two days, it seems as though it cannot handle too many devices at one time.
This device is great it works for all my needs and has been working steadily for two weeks which is a record compared to my RCA univeral remote. Anyway I have used ONE FOR ALL brands in the past and have had success using them for many years....I tend to get tired of switching remotes and to cut down on the clutter this is a great alternative. I like that it has the buttons you use most often in rubber and the buttons you use less often on touch screen. The button placement prevents wear and tear of the buttons most used verses less used. Its awesome and since it only lights up the touch screen keys that pertain to the function I pressed I don't have to worry about pressing the wrong thing.
Another good thing is that only part of the remote is touch screen and their is a timer on lumination so you don't have to worry about eating up battery life. One thing that can be considered good or bad is that the remote has to be started/illuminated again by pressing any button before it will allow you to perform a function like changing the channel, etc. Its good because it allows you not to make a mistake if you press a wrong button or drop the remote. Its bad because sometimes you just want to change channels without having to press a button to activate the control illuminating the screen, then press the channel up or down.
Since overall it is an excellent remote, has thousands of preprogrammed functions, and codes for all brands and even has customer service to help find your code and enter it via phone allows a five star rating. It also has a learning function to convert other keys on your regular remote to the device. I highly recommend this product! Its a great device and definitely worth the price.....a must have!
Simplify your life!.......2006-07-11
Put and end to a clutter of remotes all over your coffee table!
This is the best universal remote I've ever used, it's also a learning reote incase you have older equipment that other universal remotes don't recognize.
A+++ would definately recommend
I love it.......2006-05-31
I have had great luck with this unit.
The Macro keys allow you to let younger family members switch functions on complicated Home theatre setups with a single button.
Battery life is good and programming is saved even with dead batteries.
Learn feature is handy on rare components, but most units program very easily.
"Sleep" mode takes a little getting used to.
If something happened to this one, I would buy another in a heartbeat.
One remote on my coffee table, but it has a funny glitch.......2005-12-31
I programmed my remote last night. So here is how it went:
I tried the TV first: Found the right code, and then realized that I only use the power, input, aspect ratio and volume. I changed the channel up and down buttons to operate the cable box channels.
DVD player: None of the CyberHome DVD player codes worked. I started searching for the code and decided that teaching it buttons would be quicker. I added the power menu, play buttons, toggle and ok button. That was easy and quicker than searching for a code.
The home theater: The Yamaha HT did not respond to any of the Yamaha codes listed in the book. As with the DVD player I taught the remote input devices, volume, channel up and down (for radio stations) and tonight I will put in the pre set equalizer buttons on the number keypad.
The cable box: Surprisingly the remote operated most of the cable box features. I had to teach it the ABC buttons from the Atlanta Scientific cable box/DVR but that was easy enough. I put the A button in place of mute since I use it most often. I use volume from the HT and TV and B and C are at the bottom of the remote.
Good Features:
This remote is very easy to use. It is very easy to teach. I would recommend it to anyone who only uses the basic features of their units and intends to keep the original remotes in a drawer near by just incase. It does everything I need it to without being complicated at all.
Needed improvements.
If you want to do anything with this remote first you must push a button to light the touch pad. The button you push does not do anything so it doesn't matter which one you choose. After that, buttons will function normally. This function also includes hard buttons like volume and channel. If the touch pad is not lighted and you want to go one channel up you have to push channel up twice. If the touch pad is lighted and you want to go one channel up you hit channel up once. That is just plain retarded.
Here is an idea. How about if you want to use the touch screen buttons you push the touch screen first to light it, then use the buttons on it but if you want to adjust the channel or any hard button by feel you just push it once. I mean you can find the touch screen in the dark. It has an unmistakable feel. The end user is the one the designer is supposed to be keeping happy. I can't believe they didn't think this through better.
Here is another suggestion add another battery or two. Their only job in life would be to light the keypad. I mean I already bought rechargeable batteries for this thing because I expect them to last less than a month before I have to swap them out, but two more aren't going to kill me. Besides a heavy remote might make me feel like it is of a higher quality even though I added the weight with the battery myself.
I like the lay out and size of all buttons from vol mute channel up, the input button needs to be where the sleep or prev button is. Every person in the world changes the input device to their TV more than just about anything else they do. Any time they use a different piece of equipment from the DVD to cable/satellite to video games they change the input. That button needs to be accessible without rearranging your hand.
In closing: I like this remote. It will do exactly what I bought it for - relieve me of the stack of remotes that I use when I watch television via my cable box, or DVD's, both while listening to the sound through my home theater. It is not a complicated set up, and I don't utilize all of the functions of my units or remotes. I use the basic functions only. My only real dislike is that you have to wake the remote up by pushing a button before you do anything. I don't see a need for the remote to wake up when hard buttons are pressed, but that is just my opinion. If I had to buy this remote again I would either get this one or another made by OneForAll.
I am going to use a paint pen and home made stencil to label the ABC buttons onto the body of my remote for use with the cable box, and might find a way to label other functions I programmed onto the remote so that I don't forget them. Any suggestions on how to do this would be greatly appreciated, as there is limited space to work with. Perhaps clear stickers would work. But they would have to be small and labeled.
Product Description
Whether in homes, factories, offices, airports, or on the street, it's hard to imagine a place where Philips is absent. What Philips wants is to make your life and work easier - and more fun! And Philips continuously explores new ways to improve products and to offer innovative products to its consumers. Philips. "Let's Make Things Better".
Customer Reviews:
Worked with my dvd recorder,sort of........2007-09-26
I bought this remote as a replacement for the factory remote that came with my cheap wal-mart magnavox dvd recorder. The factory remote was very poorly made and broke within a few months of using it. I tried several other universal remotes that I own and purchased a few others, none seemed to work with this dvd recorder. So I searched amazon and found this one that states it is made for dvd and it is the same brand as my player. So after I got this and tried all of the codes for magnavox dvd recorders, none of them worked. I had to use a code for a standard magnavox dvd player and am not afforded the functionality of the specific dvd recording buttons. The remote works and learns functions easily. The enter button on the dvd directional pad is hard to push as it is sunken in too far. All in all not a bad remote for the price,but better if it supported all the dvd recorder function keys!
Does it's job.......2007-08-26
This remote easily programmed and runs my Phillips/Magnavox boom box, my Dishnetwork Satellite receiver, my Toshiba VCR, my Panasonic ES15 DVD player, and my Magnavox TV-vcr-dvd combo. There were some remote functions for the DVD player and boombox that I programmed in using the remote's learning function. That worked fine. The remote seems light, but fits my hand well and most of the buttons are spaced well enough to be easily pushed without accidentally pushing other buttons. Some seem a little small and hard to reach without repositioning my hand, but what can you expect for an inexpensive remote that does so many things? One small disappointment is that the buttons are not as easily responsive as I would like, especially when running the satellite, but I'm getting used to holding them down a bit longer and they work.
Does everything.......2007-01-15
This the second one of these remotes I have purchased at a shamefully low price compared at what you can get at the big box stores. I purchased the first one as I had a new Magnavox LCD TV that would not respond to any the programming codes on 3 different remotes that I tried. The PMDVD6 also would not work with the code library supplied. But not to worry, the learning ability of this device saved the day and now the remote works flawlessly. You should also note that the codes are not lost with battery replacement if it is done in reasonable amount of time. I bought the second remote for a different room when one of my originals from a JVC Tuner/Amplifer was smashed. I programmed this one with the available code library and now one remote controls my TV, Satellite Receiver, DVD player, VCR, and the aforementioned JVC product. This is one poweful remote for a small package at a great price.
No Code for Samsung DVD-R and Won't Learn.......2006-06-13
I had high hopes for this one. I have a cheaper Philips 3-device remote that I like but for ONE nagging point, no eject or open/close button. So I thought I'd give this one a try since it claimed to have dedicated DVD controls. But, darn it, there is no code for any SAMSUNG DVD recording device listed, and I even tried using the one that worked so well on my other one to no avail. I put the remotes end to end and followed the instructions to get it to learn from the Samsung's remote, but it just wouldn't take. So, I'm back to looking for one that will work my TV, VCR, and DVD recorder AND has an eject button for less than $20.
Now, the TV code works just fine, in fact it's the same code for both remotes, ditto for my VCR. But why in the world they left out Samsung, when they have other brands of DVD recorders listed is beyond me. The brands they do have codes for are as follows: Go Video, Hitachi, Magnavox, Panasonic, Philips, Philips-Magnavox, Polaroid(?), Sony, and Yamaha. DVRs listed are: AT&T, Panasonic, Philips, RCA, ReplayTV, Sonic Blue, Sony, TiVo, and Toshiba. It has codes for Combo units, Laser Disc, Home Theater in a Box, even a Home Automation unit. But, somehow, Samsung DVD recorders got left out of the loop!
The buttons could be bigger; I like the larger buttons on my 3-device remote, the one with no eject button, but I was willing to live with the shortcomings if it would operate what I wanted to. And it would be nice if the translucent buttons actually were backlit, but on the other hand, it never lists that as an option anywhere on the package.
Please bear in mind that the remote is not worthless in general; it's just worthless to me, because I apparently have a device that's too new to be controlled by it. I'll probably put this one up for sale since I was overconfident and threw away the receipt. Who knew two remotes made by the same company would be so different?
Pretty good & inexpensive.......2005-10-23
Fairly easy to program and I was able to get it to learn most of the commands from my various remotes, though not all of them.
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Big Easy 4-DEVICE Universal Remote
ONE FOR ALL URC10820 10 Device Learning Universal Remote Control
4-DEVICE Universal Big-button Remote
One for All URC 8910 Universal Remote Control
