Good remote and easy to use, but programming software has some tricks

I received the Harmony 700 remote and explored the website before attempting to program it. Initially, I ran into a problem with the software allowing me to register, then saying "stop and save". The website indicated that some firewalls might prevent the software from operating, so disabled them with no change. I then went to options in Google, and found that I had to activate an option in Google for the program to work. This is something that new users should know, as it is not explained in the Harmony program. Once this was accomplished, everything went smoothly, adding devices and programming i/o's. The only deviation was not having an optical audio input listed for my Pioneer Elite receiver. However,once I established the exact name for the input, I was able to add it to the i/o list for the receiver and program it for the CD music function of my CD/DVD player. Overall, programming was easy and the normal function assignments were fine for my applications. Using the remote itself requires getting familiar with the controls and displays, but is not difficult. My wife, who is not technically inclined learned to use it easily. Being able to activate the appropriate devices with a function button really appeals to her. It also works through the glass in my equipment cabinet, which a plus in not having to purchase (and install) an IR/RF repeater for several hundred dollars.Read full review

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