All this and it changes channels!
Written: Oct 09 '01 (Updated Nov 12 '02)
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Pros: Programmable, controls 7 devices, compatability, price
Cons: Button layout, flimsy number buttons
The Bottom Line: A good overall remote. This is a great value at any price, especially when you can get it for $25-$30. A great buy!
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| spkrman525's Full Review: One for All Cinema 7Plus Universal Remote Control |
A few years back, a "universal" remote was any remote that controlled both your T.V. and your VCR. All that had to happen was the remote could change the channels on the TV and play the VCR, not much was expected in compatibility.
Now, a remote like that would simply be unacceptable. A good universal remote has to control at least your TV, VCR, Receiver, Satellite, and one "aux" component. The One For All URC-7800 does this and MUCH more. On top of the ones listed, the URC-7800 controls a dvd and cd player. The remote is already programmed for nearly all the functions on most components, but can also learn new functions. The learning function cannot be overstated, it's what really sets this remote apart from others in it's price range.
The macro functions on this remote are also very nice. I like how I can; turn on the TV, VCR, and the Receiver, then switch the TV to video, switch the receiver to VCR, play the tape, and then turn up the receiver to just where I like it. With the push of one button! This is a great feature to have when you've just come in and want to watch a movie. You push 1 button and have everything up and running in seconds. You can do whatever you want with the macro key, the sky's the limit! The best part is that there are 2 of them!
The price of this remote is really the key to it all. It has all the functions and features of a $50 remote, but it only costs $25-$30!
There are a few bad things:
First, the button layout doesn't feel natural. Simply changing channels up and down and changing volume is very simple. But the way that the buttons are laid out, you have to completely shift your hand to get to the number buttons. After some learning, it is acceptable...but still not up to par with some of the more common layouts.
Second, the number buttons: they are VERY flimsy. being shaped like the numbers themselves (one is shaped like a 1 and two is shaped like a 2...) the number one is simply a slim strip. It can be completely flexed to either side with out actually depressing the button. The numbers 2, 6, 9, and 7 are similar.
Although it has a few shortcomings, the pros greatly outnumber the cons. I highly recommend this remote. depending on where you find this remote, it should cost between $25 and $30.
UPDATE: This remote wears great! Over a year later and it still operates near-perfect.
Of course, there is some wear. The channel up/down and volume up/down buttons need to be pressed harder than when I first got the remote...the same is true for the power and most of the number buttons.
I wore out a Sanyo remote, and a generic Universal remote in the same amount of time I have had this remote. In both of the older remotes, the channel buttons were totally gone, and many of the number buttons suffered the same fate.
Battery use is also a plus, I have only had to change the batteries once since I got the remote. I've never had a remote last this long before, and my TV watching habits haven't changed (constantly flipping channels/volume).
I will stay with this remote until the buttons are worn off, and it looks like that won't be anytime soon : )
If I was to buy a new remote, it would undoubtedly be a One For All.
Recommended:
Yes
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Member: Mark Potts
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