Logitech Harmony 550

The Logitech Harmony 550 is a Programmable Universal Remote Control capable of supporting to 12 components. The Harmony 550 allows users to control video, audio, and gaming devices, as well as lights and appliances. The learning port lets the Harmony 550 acquire custom functions from other remotes, and the customizable buttons lets the user program activities in addition to simple commands. The remote also features a fully backlit keypad and LCD display, and is compatible with over 150,000 devices. Released March 2006, the Logitech Harmony 550 retails for $120.

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Logitech Harmony 550
MSRP$120.00
Release date April, 2006
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great button layout
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compatible with a huge number of home A/V components
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frequent firmware / software updates
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uses PC software to add devices, activities (macros)
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can control up to 12 components
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solid build quality
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easy to program and use
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learning functionality - includes an IR receiver to learn commands from other IR remotes
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buttons can be annoying - mushy rubber
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uses 4 x AAA batteries
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no charging stand
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high price for the majority of consumers
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Features

  • Supports up to 12 components
  • Learning port allows function-teaching
  • Fully Backlit Keypad and LCD Display
  • Program command sets as activities
  • HELP and Troubleshooting button
  • Connects to PC USB for software updates

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Logitech Harmony 550

• Logitech Harmony 550 Universal Remote

• Harmony 550 Advanced Universal Remote

UPC: 097855037947

EAN: 097855037947

MPN: 550

Competitors

Philips SRU8112/27

Philips SRU8112/27

MSRP  $120.00    Released  --
Pros
  • controls up to 12 devices
  • learning functionality - can learn the IR codes from any other IR remote
  • extensive IR database for instant usability with the vast majority of existing home AV equipment
  • 2" color LCD display
  • built-in channel icons (500) can be displayed on the LCD for easy selection (up to 100)
Cons
  • takes 3 x AAA batteries
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Universal Remote RF20

Universal Remote RF20

MSRP  $120.00    Released  June, 2006

The Universal Remote Control RF20 is a programmable universal remote, capable of controlling up to 10 different devices. The RF20 has the ability to control devices via Infrared (IR) or Radio Frequency (RF), using the Universal Remote Control’s optional MRF-100 RF receiver. The Universal Remote RF20 also features one-touch macro programming, allowing users to...

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Universal Remote RFS200

Universal Remote RFS200

MSRP  $139.99    Released  June, 2006

The Universal Remote RFS200 is a package that contains both the Universal Remote Control RF20 controller and the PowerBlaster MRF-100B. The RF20 is designed to replace as many as 10 individual remotes and can control that many components of an AV system. It is supposed to recognize codes from all major brands. It also...

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Yale

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December 17, 2009
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Pros

  • great button layout
  • compatible with a huge number of home A/V components
  • frequent firmware / software updates
  • uses PC software to add devices, activities (macros)
  • can control up to 12 components
  • solid build quality
  • easy to program and use
  • learning functionality - includes an IR receiver to learn commands from other IR remotes

Cons

  • buttons can be annoying - mushy rubber
  • uses 4 x AAA batteries
  • no charging stand
  • high price for the majority of consumers

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stephensfam

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January 2, 2010
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Pros

  • great button layout
  • compatible with a huge number of home A/V components
  • frequent firmware / software updates
  • uses PC software to add devices, activities (macros)
  • can control up to 12 components
  • solid build quality
  • easy to program and use
  • learning functionality - includes an IR receiver to learn commands from other IR remotes

Cons

  • buttons can be annoying - mushy rubber
  • uses 4 x AAA batteries
  • no charging stand

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