Universal Remote Control MX-500 10-Device LCD Viewscreen Remote Control with Joystick Operation by Universal Remote Control, Inc.
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Digital camera reviews of Universal Remote Control MX-500 10-Device LCD Viewscreen Remote Control with Joystick Operation
Digital camera Review: Believe the reviews
Summary: 5 Stars
I had a One For All Kameleon 8. It was supposed to turn on when it was picked up (it was motion sensitive), but it also turned on when a train went by, you breathed, or looked at it. I got tired of the expense of replacing the batteries, and rechargeables had to be replaced every week, so I looked at other remotes and saw all of the great reviews on this one. Believe them ... this thing is absolutely great. Easy to program, and feels like a good quality item. Although it's a bit bulky, it certainly makes it easy to find. No need to spends thousands on an expensive remote...this one will do it all!Digital camera 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 :)
Digital camera Review: Best Remote I have ever owned
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this remote about 7 years ago after reading exhaustive reviews, including mentions of how long the writing on the buttons would last and the range/strength. This thing works under a blanket and from the other room or pointing it in the opposite direction. Quite amazing.
This remote is laid out perfectly for DVR/DVD use- all the play/pause/FF/Rewind buttons encircle the joystick/"d-pad", which is directly in the middle, making it extremely comfortable to use. All the buttons minus a couple are reprogrammable. I even setup my prev ch button to turn on and off my leviton light system.
The buttons still look brand new. There is a special coating on them that prevents the symbols from wearing off. All the buttons still function and do not feel worn when pressing them. Certain buttons which get used thousands of times a week still react as if the remote is new.
Macros are easy to program once you read the manual.
The remote LCD is constantly on but the backlight is activated by a single button on the side and is programmable for the duration. It also allows you to specify and label the function of the corresponding screen buttons, as well as 10 functions on 2 pages for a total of 20 functions.
It takes 4 x AAA batteries that last for about 6 months depending on use and the quality of the batteries. I bought some rechargeable duracells that take about 15 minutes to charge. Don't worry about the programming to disappear when you change the battery.
Some people complain about not having a PC/USB interface programming function. I have tried these on a couple different logitech remotes. It rarely programs the way you want it. With the MX-500 you just set it to learning mode and press the button you want to program, then point the original remote at it and press the button. It takes less than 3 minutes to program a single device for all the keys once you get good at it.
I am surprised that the remote is still available as new but you won't be disappointed if you hate touchscreen remotes that require you to look at the remote every time you want to change things. I never have to look at the remote and can feel the buttons easily in the dark.
Digital camera Review: Best Remote On The Market!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I own several of these remotes as they are so awesome! I hope they will alwys keep manufacturing this model!
The main positive is that the most important buttons are imeediately at your disposal and has an essential LCD to program those unique buttons every crappy device remote seems to have.
The buttons have a great, sturdy tactile feel with button numbers that WON'T rub out after a short time (unlike other famous much more expensive glitzy models).
The only thing I wish this remote had was a hibernation feature where the LCD goes off after a certain amount of time (left to the user's discretion). This would save a HUGE AMOUNT of battery life! Battery life is still OK at about 5 months of constant daily use, but it could be so much better at over a year if they implemented this feature which even cheapo LCD units have. Thank goodness for cheap batteries at Costco!
In addition, I wish it had a battery meter. You never know when the batteries are running out. Only when you get to the point where you have to press buttons several times do you get the hint that it's not the unit that's failing you but the batteries.
Other than than that, the unit is solid and a near perfect efficient combination of hard buttons and LCD usefulness!
Digital camera Review: Best Universal at Any Price
Summary: 5 Stars
Before buying the MX-500 I tried many remotes. I bought and returned the 1 for all Kameleon.(Far too confusing and not enough buttons.) I then bought and returned the Sony AV 3000. (Again, not enough buttons, no way to label those that are there properly and a touchy touch screen.) I then tried the Phillips Pronto at a dealer. My God - how many screens do you have to go through to find the one you need?I finally started doing some research on the Internet and decided to try the MX-500. Every once in a great while someone hits upon a design that is so simple and elegant that you wonder why nobody ever thought of it before. The MX-500 is one of these classics. I won't go through all of the things it does so well which other reviewers have eloquently described except to say that I have been able to program every command from every remote I have in such a way that I am able to know which button does what and to access them all quickly. I can also, for example, go to the VCR device and control some necessary TV functions (such as changing the TV input) from the VCR device. And I don't have to guess which button to press because it's clearly labeled. In fact, the MX-500 is easier to use than some of the original remotes which it replaces since some of them had tiny or confusingly placed buttons.
The MX-500's display is crisp with excellent contrast even in dim room lighting. If you have even a dim lamp on anywhere in the room you will be able to read the display. I never use the backlight. In fact,if there's anything bad to say about the MX-500 it's that the backlight is useless except in very dark surroundings.
In short, I think this is the best universal remote AT ANY PRICE.