"Stock" Remotes are ugly

[SDBlu]

So...is it worth it to get one of these expensive remotes (Harmony, Monster, Marantz)? For those who already own them, could you elaborate on the pros and cons? For example, im sure there must be certain functions that these universal remotes are incapable of doing.

[tacoreed]

Originally Posted by MarcosG

So...is it worth it to get one of these expensive remotes (Harmony, Monster, Marantz)? For those who already own them, could you elaborate on the pros and cons? For example, im sure there must be certain functions that these universal remotes are incapable of doing.

I do not have one yet, but from my understanding you can program the Harmony remotes to change inputs with the touch of one button (if you have multiple functions). Ex. Push the DVD button and the remote will automatically change the TV to input 2, turn the receiver to the DVD input, and turn your DVD player on. I would rather have one remote to complete all these tasks with one button rather than use 4 seperate remotes. The programs are downloaded from the computer via USB. The only drawback so far is that they do nat have Bluetooth for the PS3 yet.

[haushausman]

Originally Posted by MarcosG

So...is it worth it to get one of these expensive remotes (Harmony, Monster, Marantz)?

I'm waiting for one that controls a PS3 via bluetooth. Then I'm game

[tacoreed]

Originally Posted by haushausman

I'm waiting for one that controls a PS3 via bluetooth. Then I'm game

Check this out also, supposedly you can use the Harmony remote with a bluwave dongle.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread....ghlight=costco

[Johk]

Originally Posted by tacoreed

Check this out also, supposedly you can use the Harmony remote with a bluwave dongle.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread....ghlight=costco

I have the blu-wave usb dongle and my harmony remote works like a charm with it... I did remap some of the functions but right now the only thing that I can't do with it is power up the ps3...

[un4gvn94538]

Originally Posted by Johk

I have the blu-wave usb dongle and my harmony remote works like a charm with it... I did remap some of the functions but right now the only thing that I can't do with it is power up the ps3...

ditto but for my 705 remote. like the fact its back-lit. i dont think its really ugly, but i dont look at it long enough to care. too busy watching my tv.

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by MarcosG

So...is it worth it to get one of these expensive remotes (Harmony, Monster, Marantz)? For those who already own them, could you elaborate on the pros and cons? For example, im sure there must be certain functions that these universal remotes are incapable of doing.

I got a pronto TSU-9000 (I think that's what it was called) when it went on sale for $900 and I sent it back....... I'm on my third "Remote Commander" from Sony..... not the best looking, or smallest remote out there..... but I'm "used" to it.... so I stick with them

[GORT]

Originally Posted by Beta Man

I got a pronto TSU-9000 (I think that's what it was called) when it went on sale for $900 and I sent it back....... I'm on my third "Remote Commander" from Sony..... not the best looking, or smallest remote out there..... but I'm "used" to it.... so I stick with them

$900, that must be one hell of a remote

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by FEP3108

$900, that must be one hell of a remote

nope.... that's why I returned it!

[gillies]

Here is what I did:

Harmony 550 remote - it's cheap compared to the other Harmony's at under $100 - combined with a PS3 Toothfairy at $100. For the cost of a touch screen Harmony, I got FULL functionality for all of my equipment, including the PS3.

Note: the Harmony 550 does not have rechargeable batteries and a charging station. It runs on regular batteries. I've had it for over two months now with regular daily use and the batteries are still fine - rechargeable maybe not such a huge issue?

[kingofgrills]

Originally Posted by gillies

Here is what I did:

Harmony 550 remote - it's cheap compared to the other Harmony's at under $100 - combined with a PS3 Toothfairy at $100. For the cost of a touch screen Harmony, I got FULL functionality for all of my equipment, including the PS3.

Note: the Harmony 550 does not have rechargeable batteries and a charging station. It runs on regular batteries. I've had it for over two months now with regular daily use and the batteries are still fine - rechargeable maybe not such a huge issue?

Battery usage isn't horrible with Harmony remotes. I have the 880 in my main system, with the charging station, while my 640 uses alkaline batteries in the den. I typically have to change batteries in the 640 every 3 months or so, and it gets daily use.

So, does the PS3 toothfairy remotely turn on the PS3 as well? I bought the Blu-wave remote for $15, and that's the only thing it doesn't do. I don't miss it though, so in my case I'd rather put the money toward the remote itself than the adapter.

[gillies]

Originally Posted by kingofgrills

Battery usage isn't horrible with Harmony remotes. I have the 880 in my main system, with the charging station, while my 640 uses alkaline batteries in the den. I typically have to change batteries in the 640 every 3 months or so, and it gets daily use.

So, does the PS3 toothfairy remotely turn on the PS3 as well? I bought the Blu-wave remote for $15, and that's the only thing it doesn't do. I don't miss it though, so in my case I'd rather put the money toward the remote itself than the adapter.

Good to hear on total battery life. Three months isn't too bad. Yes, the PS3 Toothfairy gives you total control over the PS3 - on, off, everything. It's about the size of a deck of cards and doesn't connect to the PS3 at all. Just plug in a little AC adapter, pair them up, and good to go. Neat device. Also, I've read on here folks are getting Harmonys at Costco for $50. What a deal! Wish they'd been doing that two months ago!

http://www.ps3toothfairy.com/