Entered CNET Catalog: 03/23/2004
SKU: URC-100
Manufacturer: Universal Remote Control, Inc.
Manufacturer description
The Unifier (URC-100) is a universal and learning remote control that sends IR (infrared) and RF (radio frequency) commands to all home theater A/V equipment. With its unique capability to send both IR and RF signals, the URC-100 can operate "out-of-sight" A/V components through walls, doors and cabinets when connected to the optional MRF-100 RF receiver. The Unifier can replace up to 8 different remote controls and operates components that are located in cabinets, in different rooms or floors, both indoors and outdoors. Macro programming enables consumers to take advantage of one-touch operation. The URC-100 is equipped with batteries and a Quick Setup DVD tutorial.User opinions
Select a User Opinion to view: 1 2 User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 2 user reviews
Perfect Product
Pros: Size, Instructions, Features, Ease of Use
Cons: When I find one, I'll let you know
Review: This product is phenominal. It's just the right size, it's sturdy, it's extremely easy to use, the instructions are well written and so easy that a child could follow them but they STILL opted to include an instructional DVD in addition to the manual. They even included Duracell batteries in the box instead of the cheap generic brand.
I also own the MX-500 and this is a much better product for a number of reasons. If every product was this well thought out and implemented the world would be a much greater place.
I also own the MX-500 and this is a much better product for a number of reasons. If every product was this well thought out and implemented the world would be a much greater place.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 2 user reviews
Fantastic remote !!!
Pros: Feature rich, Simple, Intuitive, Very ergonomic
Cons: Button letters are a little small
Review: I researched many remotes before I settled on the URC-100. Others were either too big, or too complicated and overfeatured for my home system. Be carefull not to get a remote with so many features you'll never use. I originally wanted a remote with a large LCD screen (great bling value) but decided on this one after evaluating what it was I actually needed. This remote does it all, and really is easier to use, even over it's more expensive, and more complicated bigger brothers, the URC-200 and 300. I read in one review where a guy returned his URC-200 and got the 100, and was much happier. Just less going on with the simpler LCD. He was right. This remote is spot on efficient, and feature rich. I even went out and bought a Lutron remote light switch, and control it with this remote. My 23 year old daughter even commented on how comfortable and easy to use it is. Have no reservations, just get one, you will be happy. Got mine at NewEgg.com. Best price, and it came in two days.... I will use them again too! Just a side note... I was able to program this remote to operate the Dish Network #811 HD Reciever. Fairly complicated, but if anyone is interested, drop me a line.
