[mythtv-users] remote control recommendation

[Willy Boyd]

On 2/16/07, Joe Harvell <jharvell+lists.mythtv-users at dogpad.net> wrote:
> I am looking for a remote control to use with my MythTV and A/V system.
> I have an IRTrans Translator (http://www.irtrans.de/en), but I need a
> remote.  I don't want to spend a lot of money, so a touch screen is not
> what I'm looking for.  Here is what I *am* looking for in order of most
> to least important.
>
> Any recommendations?

Slightly less than the Harmony 880 is the Harmony 550, which I have.
Go for whichever you can afford.  I've heard the 550 can sometimes be
found for around $70.  Key differences: shape, regular batteries vs.
recharging station, can program more devices.  But either one will let
you create your own "soft buttons" with custom labels, learn any IR
codes, and benefit from a well updated online database of codes for
other devices.