It is true - and this is shown in the user manual - it should take 45 minutes to program and configure the remote control. It is important not to rush this step and do it seriously. And without being a techno-geek, it is within reach of all those who are not totally refractory to the use of a computer and who master a minimum installation TV / HiFI / Home Cinema. You will need an internet connection to télécharcher software which will take over the management of your remote control via a USB connection to your computer (being on Mac, no compatibility problems). Once opened the software, simply answer the questions, which will require from you for pointing out the mark and the reference of your devices, and - importantly - the inputs (to inform the remote if for example, the digital receiver is on the AV1 input of your TV while the DVD is on the AV2 - same with the amp).
The interest to be meticulous during this stage will pay after honestly, as this will greatly simplify your life. I have a home theater receiver, digital decoder Neuf Telecom, TV and DVD player which also serves me to read CDs and SACDs. That's four remotes. And even if I used until now, smart remote control of my amp (who had the opportunity to learn the functions of other remote controls), its operation remained a tedious hair, and I was the only one to me serve.
This remote control is ideal for those recovering is the sound of their decoder (cable or satellite) and their DVDs via their HC amp. Everything is simplified. Notice to tyrants of the remote: the Harmony 700 puts your installation everyone. You can not impose your male authority by hitting your "let me do it." Finished hearing "how it works?", The "where should I press?", The "I do not understand." Harmony will release your wife from your grip: Shortcut keys "watch a movie", "watch TV", "listen cd" are directly accessible on the remote control: just press one of these buttons, hold direction remote devices within seconds and all lights, with the right assignment. There is more to adjust the volume! And to turn a button to cut all your devices. Those who fear the WAF (Wife Acceptance Factor) will therefore see in this remote possibility of an Allied, which will reconcile your wife with a facility deemed "too complicated" (and indeed facilitate the purchase of the next ...)
I've had no problem recognizing my devices - everything was in the database, including the decoder Neuf Telecom - for which I was worried.
Some commands may be missing, and, via software, it's easy to add them by following the procedure. There in its menu (very well done) the ability to customize and configure the controls. For complicated and specific buttons of your old remote control (eg key "nav" to the digital receiver or "surround mode" on the amp), could be added and will be accessible via the drop down menu appearing on the screen color of the remote control. You can rename and arrange the order of commands on this screen - so you can put the ones you use most at the top of this popup menu.
You can also create sequences: simultaneous commands that you can often summarized by one, you call and find in direct access on the screen of the remote. Very convenient.
Finally, the remote control is backlit, and clever, just take it and move it so that it lights. Essential for those who, like me, plunge them in the dark room to watch movies and series.
Small reserve (there must be one), but minor: the USB cable that allows connection to the charger is a little short when it is connected to it. Not very convenient, once plugged in, the cord is too short to put the visible height remote control, and we do not know where to put it except on the ground - risky - or a chair -Risk also: it n ' has not failed, the chair was moved, so beautiful gadin the remote on hard. This allows me anyway to say she cashed easily. Knowing that the fall of a sofa or coffee table is part of the daily life of a remote control, it is reassuring to know that the remote overcame this high crash test hand ...
In short, not only, I put my other remotes, the steering my installation is simplified, democratized and made more pleasant and comfortable - this without losing any of its possibilities. A real comfort, with nothing gadget.
