Reviews for Universal Remotes with Macro Functions
You may have to read the manual once or twice to program a macro function on some universal remotes but once the sequence of commands is programmed in, it can be a real time saver.
"Nice Button Configuration, Nice Features, Easy To Program We only programmed the remote for 2 components, a Sony TV and a Scientific Atlanta cable box...The remote seems to work very well for our needs...Some of the buttons are rather small and have kind of a "squishy" feel to them..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Average Buy for Everyone
Specs: Amplifier • AV receiver • Cable box • DVD player • DVR • Satellite TV system • TV
Reviews: 77 user reviews
"That's where One For All URC8820 Universal Learning Remote comes in...With URC8820, all you need is one remote for all...Supports a large number of devices right out of the box, and is programmable for extra buttons/features...Long after the 10 foot dish was gone, I bought another Cinema 7, but continued using the original until earlier this year -- it saw a good 15+ years of use..." read more »
"Blending technology and convenience, the Prestigo SRU8112 provides direct access buttons to your TV channels as well as big buttons for ease of use...A universal IR code database refers to a library of infrared codes built-in to a particular remote..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Average Buy for Everyone
"It is a RCA Universal Learning remote the number on the manual is RCR815...hey i need the codes for the rcr815 i lost the page with the codes..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Average Buy for Everyone
"Stylish and state-of-the-art, the MX-810 provides Home Theater owners and professional installers with dedicated, custom control over single-room Home Theaters or AV entertainment systems...It’s an ideal remote for single-room Home Theater systems, as well as homes with multiple AV systems and more than one remote control, as each MX-810 remains dedicated to a single room’s equipment, complete with a user-changeable label identifying the room...The MX-810 is also pragmatic — as easy for owners to use as it is quick for installers to program, achieving a unique synergy of power and flexibility that automates and simplifies the operation of even the most complex Home Theaters...Featuring Radio Frequency (RF) addressability and a bright, color LCD display, the MX-810’s readiness for programming allows custom installers to put any command on any LCD page, and fully personalize the screen’s iconography for any and every user..." read more »
Retrevo's Recommendation: Good Buy if you want older high end
Specs: Amplifier • Cable box • DVD player • DVR • Satellite TV system • TV
Reviews: 647 user reviews
"Inexpensive
Controls up to eight devices
Can learn commands from existing remotes...Must be set up manually
Can't be updated
Keypad isn't backlit...The Sony RM-VL600 can control up to eight components -- twice as many as similarly priced remotes...The Sony RM-VL600 is still available on Sony's site, but its availability is limited or out of stock at most online retailers...RemoteCentral.com has the most comprehensive review..." read more »