Memory backup Remote Controls

Editors' Take: CNET did not review this product, but it is similar to another product that we did review.

Specs: Infrared, TV, VCR, DAT deck, Amplifier, CD player, Cable box, LD player, MD player, DVD player, Cassette deck, Satellite TV system, 33 ft, Learning, On/off timer, Programmable, LCD backlight, Memory backup, Built-in clock, Multi-brand compatibility

The Bottom Line: The Home Theater Master MX-700 is a great PC-programmable universal remote with plenty of high-end features--and a price tag to match.

Specs: Infrared, TV, DVD player, AV receiver, Satellite TV system, 60 ft, Learning, Programmable, LCD backlight, Memory backup, Macro function, Back-lit buttons, Multi-brand compatibility

The Bottom Line: The Web-programmable Logitech Harmony 688 universal remote is a must-have home-theater accessory.

Specs: Infrared, TV, DVR, Radio, Amplifier, Projector, CD recorder, Home control, Plasma panel, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver, 40 ft, Learning, LCD display, Glow buttons, Memory backup, Built-in speaker

The Bottom Line: The Home Theater Master MX-500 may not look very futuristic or cool, but it can control every function on every piece of gear you own.

Specs: Infrared, TV, DVR, VCR, DAT deck, Cable box, Camcorder, LD player, MD player, Projector, DVD player, AV Selector, AV receiver, Home control, Preamplifier, Cassette deck, Web TV system, CD player / changer, Satellite TV system, 60 ft, Learning, Programmable, Memory backup, Macro function, Back-lit buttons, Multi-brand compatibility

The Bottom Line: This attractive remote enables nearly infinite customization, but casual users will want something simpler.

Specs: Infrared, AV System, 33 ft, Learning, LCD backlight, Memory backup, Built-in clock, Macro function, Back-lit buttons, Multi-brand compatibility, Programmable multi button

The Bottom Line: Programming this remote can be intimidating for beginners, but the SL-9000 is a solid performer.

Specs: Infrared, TV, VCR, Radio, CD player, Cable box, LD player, DVD player, AV Selector, Home control, Cassette deck, Satellite TV system, Memory backup, Macro function, Back-lit buttons, Multi-brand compatibility

Specs: Infrared, TV, DVR, Radio, Amplifier, Projector, CD recorder, Home control, Plasma panel, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver, 40 ft, Learning, LCD display, Glow buttons, Memory backup, Built-in speaker

Specs: Infrared, TV, DVR, VCR, Amplifier, CD player, Cable box, DVD player, Cassette deck, Satellite TV system, 33 ft, Learning, PIP function, Programmable, Memory backup, Macro function

Specs: Infrared/radio, TV, VCR, CD player, DVD player, Audio system, Satellite TV system, Audio/video components, Learning, LCD display, Programmable, LCD backlight, Memory backup, Macro function, Back-lit buttons

Specs: Infrared/radio, 100 ft, Programmable, LCD backlight, Memory backup, Macro function