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Universal Remote Control MX-810 Custom Programmable Remote Control with PC Wizard Software by Universal Remote Control, Inc.
Digital Photo Product DetailsManufacturer: Universal Remote Control, Inc. Format: CD Model: MX-810 Color: Black Product features: - Can use Narrow Band width RF or IR to control all devices.
- Has a color screen for easy viewing.
- Controls optional URC lighting by Lutron¿.
- This remote is prgrammed using the PC Wizard Software.
- This remote can control up to 24 devices.
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Universal Remote Control MX-810 Custom Programmable Remote Control with PC Wizard SoftwareCustomer Review: Awesome Remote - Dreadful Software Summary: 2 Stars
For the record, I'm a bright guy with years of programming and audio experience. One of my pet peeves is user interface (UI). It's rarely done well, and when it's bad, it's utterly frustrating.
I'm a huge fan of URC, and have an R7 that I've used for years. I eagerly ponied up the cash for the MX-810 when it came out.
The remote is sexy as all get-out. It's a beautiful remote. The buttons are great and the screen is very clear. The auto-on when you pick it up is beautiful. The physical remote gets 5+ stars.
The software is dreadful though. It gets zero stars. It's designed as a wizard so it should be easier to configure. It's not. First you have to figure out how they want you to think - then you'll make some progress. Even then, doing things like nesting macros or adding lines in the middle of a macro can be all but impossible. A "browser" feature is included to (in theory) give you lots of control, but even that is painful to use.
This remote could be a real home run, but the software makes it a real dud. At $400 retail, there is no excuse for this software. If URC updates the software with something that has real power, or even gives some sort of scripting interface, then I'll re-buy. As it stands, I can't recommend the investment. It's sad too. It really is a beautiful remote.
GAD
Description of Universal Remote Control MX-810 Custom Programmable Remote Control with PC Wizard SoftwareThe Universal Remote MX-810 is a full featured remote control with a color screen. It is programmed via PC Wizard Software and can be used with the MRF 260 which makes it RF controlled. This means you do not have to aim the remote at the device to adjust the settings.
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