Universal Remote Control MX-500 10-Device LCD Viewscreen Remote Control with Joystick Operation
by Universal Remote Control, Inc.
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Customer Review: Well Designed
Summary: 5 Stars
The user manual appears a bit daunting at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's actually really easy to use. The pre-programmed setups generally work OK, but even if certain buttons don't work quite right, it is very easy to get it to learn commands from your original remotes and set it up the way you like. The macros are pretty easy to program as well. For example, I can set it up so that it automatically switches to the proper input on my TV, the proper setting on my AV Receiver and then finish by going to the control screen for my TiVo. I use the two other generic Macro buttons (M2, M3) to switch to my DVD or VCR with just one button. I waited until I used it for over a month before I wrote this review to see if I found any major problems. So far, the only minor nit is that you can't seem to edit the LCD screen button labels on the main screen. You can edit the sub-menus however.
Not very expensive and works well. Highly recommended.
Customer Review: I've had this for 3 years, maybe more
Summary: 5 Stars
I think they are still selling these, so I will right a quick one. I've had this remote for several years and it has worked great with no glitches. It was easy to program, which was done in a few hours. Afterward, my tv, cable box, 3 dvd players and reciever were all programmed working properly. The display is very easy to read and the layout is totally logical. I have dropped it a few times and can tell you it is very well built. The case and buttons are sturdy; no ink has rubbed off and it probably looks pretty close to when I first got it. I got an awesome deal through Amazon. Some places were selling this for double price I found on Amazon.
Although it's working great, I'm thinking of replacing it with either a Harmony or another URC. I want the ability to go from watching cable to dvd with one button touch. Plus the new ones have color screens and rechargeable batteries. I'll still use this one on one of the other tv's.
Customer Review: Best Ever!
Summary: 5 Stars
If you are looking for a universal remote control that can control your devices then I would recommend MX-500. I bought this remote a year ago and still functioning very well with no issues.
- Advantages:
. I managed to control four devices (using LEARN function).
. I also tried this RC to learn from other remote controls (like AC and Mutlimedia Harddisk).
. Easy to set up
. With one click you can switch on/off more than one device.
. Battery life is ok using AAA type.
. Strong signal.
- Disadvantages:
. Big remote.
. Sometimes it cannot learn from some devices. For example I have a Satellite receiver and tried the "LEARN" function. Unfortunately it stores the buttons but when I push any button to control the SAT reciever it won't control it. :(
In general this RC made me get rid of 4 remote controls and I recommend it for everybody :)
Customer Review: The best universal remote control
Summary: 5 Stars
I tried about ten different universal remotes and found something wrong with every single one, except for this one.This universal remote can learn commands from your other remotes and has a preprogrammed inventory of its own commands. It also has ten buttons at the top for which you can customize labels by changing what displays. These ten buttons can be programmed to be different for each device that you control.
Plus, the unit can be programmed to send an IR command whenever you change from controlling one device to another. This is convenient if you have a home theater system through which your audio is routed, and you want the remote to automatically switch your home theater system to whatever device you are trying to control.
This remote is relatively easy to program and easy to use. The button layout is intuitive and easy to remember. The buttons themselves have a good tactile feel. The unit works flawlessly.
Customer Review: Good deal for the money
Summary: 5 Stars
I replaced a Sony RM-3000 with this remote. I found this remote much easier to program than the Sony, and much more logical in its layout. It's very intuitive, which is obvious from the short length of the instruction booklet (but everything you need is in there). Still, you need to be patient in programming this unit considering the complexity of certain receivers and DVR devices.
Pro:
Buttons are easy to use
Macros are easy to program and can include many steps
Easy to operate with one hand
Ease of learning functions from other remotes
Logical layout
Price!
Con:
Layout needs separate buttons for guide, menu, info and exit (esp. considering using with DVR)
Backlight on LCD could be better
Joystick is a bit awkward
Could be a little easier to move from one device to another if you route system through receiver (hard keys for devices?)