Re: HT universal remotes, thoughts, suggestions
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When I called Radio Shack consumer line thats exactly what they told me.Unfortunatly they don't give any type of credit towards a new one if in fact you have the first generation that will kill your wallet on batteries.
Rick
"A fear of weapons is a sign of retarded sexual and emotional maturity." Sigmund Freud
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Re: HT universal remotes, thoughts, suggestions
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I just seen the MX500 for only $90. The MX700 is almost $200. I only need it to control TV/DVD/VCR/CD?Cassette/Direct TV.
Will the 500 do the trick? Is there any reason I need to shell out the Xtra $$ and go w/ the 700?
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Re: HT universal remotes, thoughts, suggestions
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Chris, I own and love the MX-700, and have no experience whatsoever with the MX-500. The 700 has certain advantages over the 500 (can be easily programmed on your computer, etc.) But, based on your needs, if the 700 is out of your budget, it's my guess that you would be very happy with the MX-500.
Curtis, who is a frequent visitor her uses a 500, I believe. You might PM him and ask what he likes and dislikes about it, and if he would recommend it to you.
Jack
"People generally quarrel because they cannot argue." - G. K. Chesterton
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Re: HT universal remotes, thoughts, suggestions
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Chris, I had the MX-500 and liked it alot. I now have the MX-700 and LOVE it. The 700 is more powerful and more flexible than the 500. The 500 is very good, the 700 is excellent. Kind of a Chevy to Lexus comparison.
Aside from the additional capabilites of the 700, it also allows you to set up/program/revise/tweak using the MX-Editor software. Not only can you use the 600+ files for the 700 at Remote Central, you can use the 7,000 .ccf files for Philips Pronto & Pronto Pro. I like the Pronto files because you can drag & drop the commands into the 700.
IMO, this is a no-brainer if $$ aren't an issue for you. The extra $100 would be money well spent for the hours of simplicity and enjoyment the 700 will give you.
Ray
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What price can I expect to pay for the $700...was $200 (open Box) a good buy?
What's it cost new at other online sites?
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I got my MX-700 at surfremote.com for about $200, including shipping. It was new in every way. Fine, fast service. I am 100% satisfied with the unit and the vendor.
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Re: HT universal remotes, thoughts, suggestions
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I, too, got mine at SurfRemoteControl but mine was an "open box" model. I don't think the box had ever been opened at all. Using the SHIPDISC code, the whole thing was $190 shipped.
It can be had at TrendsAndGadgets for $167 shipped, but I don't know if TrendsAndGadgets is an authorized dealer. SurfRemoteControl is an authorized dealer, I believe.
Do a Google search for "Home Theater Master MX-700" and see what you can turn up.
Jack
"People generally quarrel because they cannot argue." - G. K. Chesterton
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Re: HT universal remotes, thoughts, suggestions
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htpc fan here so I use a Firefly from Snapstream, a usb-uirt and a little program called girder. Total cost $120. With this I control computer(just about any program),tv,vcr,dvd,reciever, 2 cable boxes,and my ac for chuckles. Oh and from anywhere in my apartment...fun to pause a dvd from the kitchen when guests are over.
Not simple to set up though
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Re: HT universal remotes, thoughts, suggestions
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Anyone with the Kameleon that eats the battiers up give Radio Shack a e-mail.I did and here is what they said.
"Thank you for taking the time to email us and express your concerns. I
am sorry to read of the problem. This product is a high-drain device
and the shortened life span on the batteries is not considered a
manufacturing defect. If you would respond back with your address I
will send you $20 in Customer Appreciation Coupons that you can use
towards the purchase of replacement batteries at your local store, or
if
you wish, you can use the coupons towards the purchase of the Kameleon
8-in-1 remote. Please let me know if you would like to take advantage
of this offer."
Hey what the heck at least it's some free batteries.
Rick
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