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Logitech Harmony 1000 Advanced Universal Remote | 
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| Brand: Logitech
Category: CE
List Price: $499.99
Buy New: $295.00
You Save: $204.99 (41%)
New (51) Used (2) from $264.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  273 reviews
Color: Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5
Dimensions (in): 10.7 x 7.4 x 3.4
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 966230-0403
Model: 966230-0403
UPC: 097855042224
EAN: 0097855042224
ASIN: B000II6YEA
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Simply touch one icon and the Harmony remote will power on all the necessary components | | • | Large, color icons and backlit buttons ensure an entirely new level of ease and functionality | | • | Simply connect the Harmony 1000 to your computer, and the wizard guides you through the entire set-up process | | • | No need to worry about power with the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. The handy recharging stand ensures that the unit is always powered up and easy to find | | • | Control everything from HDTVs to PVR/DVRs, from laser discs to VCRs, even lighting controls! Logitech's online database now includes 4500+ brands and 150,000+ IR devices |
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Product Description
easy Internet-based setup * 3.5" color touchscreen LCD * learns IR codes from existing remote controls * USB cable and software included * built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery *
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| Customer Reviews: Read 268 more reviews...
 Good luck with firmware updates. November 23, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is hands down the absolute worst product I've purchased in years. I have the Harmony 880. That remote works and works well. Here are my concerns with the Harmony 1000.
1. Firmware updates. Out of the box, the unit did not work. I installed the battery, it tried to boot and hanged on the logitech startup screen. Since the owner's manual is largely useless, I searched the internet to find a Safe Mode which the device can boot to. (Hold the power key button and plug in the battery) In Safe Mode I was finally able to manually flash the firmware. However, even this method took several attempts. In addition, asking to update the firmware via the Logitech software seems to reliably breaks the unit. Afterwhich, you'll need to go back and flash the firmware again via Safe Mode.
2. The battery life is about 1 useful night. After one night, the battery will indicate it's empty. Mind you, I'm not channel surfing and the backlight timer for the LCD is set to the absolute minimum time.
Overall it's nice when it works; however, the price tag absolutely does not outweigh the cons. Perhaps future firmware updates will correct some of the issues. However, the latest firmware version (5.0) does not correct key usability concerns. I cannot use this product nor would I recommend it.
In short the old Harmony 880 is a great remote. Decent battery life, reliably works. The Harmony 1000 is an overpriced, under developed, rushed to market heap of slag.
 Wonderful! November 3, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Pros:
-you can control just about EVERYTHING with this little gadget
-the touchscreen is very responsive
-side hard buttons are firm, and can be easily "memorized" for quick control of volume, selection, muting...
-the two side panels on each side of the screen, have self-explanatory buttons, that will match the "most common" buttons that you have on you DVD, PVR, Digital Cable...remotes!
-you can program the screen color and your favorite (you can even put small broadcaster pictures in) television channels
-the main menu controls are easy to use...calibration, volume, brightness, and if you want to put the "Help" menu on the screen
-The battery LAST A LONG TIME...don't believe the other reviews that say it last only a few hours to one day!!!!
**The best thing about this remote, is its Help function**
-If anything goes wrong, like you accidently turned off the TV (or something like that), or the incorrect input/output is on, the remote will ask you if you need help, and will go step-by-step, asking you simple questions...like:
"Is the TV on?...Is the Home Theatre System on?...Is the Home Theatre System set to HDMI II?..."
I'm able to control my:
-Cable
-DVD
-Home Theater System (for music)
-Windows Media Player on my laptop
(I have not tried the radio)
In addition, the remote's program on the computer is very user friendly. You can easily add and remove appliances, and events (Watch TV).
Cons:
-The only con I can think about is that about once every month, the remote freezes, before you turn it on...ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS plug it into the computer and update it...it only "freezes" because it needs to be updated...
THIS IS DEFINITELY WORTH THE MONEY...I had 5 remotes on my coffee table...now I just have one!
 Best Remote I've Owned October 21, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I've reviewed all the reviews of this Harmony model. And, here's the upshot. The set up may be the hardest thing to overcome with new users. And I suspect that the problems most users have is with the software, not the device. By that I mean all of the upper series Harmony remotes operate on the same principal: you charge the remote; you install the software on a pc connected to the Internet; you connect the remote via a USB cord (supplied)to the PC (or laptop). Then you log onto the free Logitech you created when you installed the software; you list the model numbers and brand of the devices you will control with the remote; and setup the activity you wish to perform (watch TV, watch Blu-ray). This last one may confuse some as they think you tell select the device, but in actuality, you wan to select and activity and have the remote turn on or off all the devices associated with the activity you wan to perform. Once done, save your settings and then it will reboot and initialize the remote and 99% if not 100% of the buttons on your original device remote will also appear on the nice color screen for you to access. It even has a provision to add buttons, ir even learn buttons on your original remote to ensure you get everything you had with the original remote. So, this is the "leanring curve" and once you do it and understad it, it's simple form then on.
Now, I did this very same thing with the same software when I had the Harmony 880. When I bought the 1000, I was mildly surprised..and delighted to find that it had not changed and all I had to do was change my remote listed from the 880 to the 1000.
The 1000 works as advertised..perfectly. If you get impatient and forget to point the remote toward your tv/devices for the few seconds it requires to initialize and turn on all your devices for a particular activity, then you can just press help and it will guide you through a couple of questions about what is on or off and once you select the right answer, the remote will fix them accordingly. So simple and intuitive. If, by chance, you have devices hidden behind cabinet doors, then add the remote extender to ensure the signal can reach each device. If your devices are plainly visible and near the TV, then you won't need an extender.
And did I state that this remote just looks..well..cool? Great display..classy look and light feel. I love the touch screen! I've ha done now about 9 months and it has been problem free and the batteries are dependable as long as I return the remote to the cradle. Right ow the price on Amazon is right, as I bought mine on Amazon for $299. At a major retailer, this was $499.
I love mine, won't trade it anytime soon, although I am a gadget freak. I even bought one for my son, who installed it on his Mac notebook. I had to have something to corral seven remotes as I was running out of end table room and it looked like an eyesore.
Don't be dissuaded by negative reviews unless you are gadget-challenged, can't usually or easily set up most electronics. If so, this one is not for you. You should stick to your original remote with the big buttons.
Great Idea...but a bit buggy October 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've had the remote for a while now and feel I can give a fair review.
First of all, the ability to control all my components with only one remote is great. It's very handy not to have to search all over, for the remote that you haven't seen for a week, just to turn on the DVD player. This does it all with the push of one button. Well, most of the time! You must make sure the remote is pointed at all the components when you give it a command. If for some reason one component did not start, there is a very easy HELP menu that will fix the problem in a hurry.
My biggest complaint is the accuracy of the touch screen. THIS NEEDS SOME WORK!! Many times I will want to go to, let's say, channel 408 and I will end up with something like 4088 or 40 or 4408, you get the idea. The other button problem is with the four way hat switch. You have to be very deliberate when you use this one. Also, the markings on the "Hard Buttons" are VERY hard to see because of the chrome color of the buttons.
The set up was not very straight forward and took me, and the Technical people at Logitech, most of an entire afternoon to get the unit running to my satisfaction.
BOTTOM LINE: If you're looking for a nice Universal Remote, this will fit the bill.
PROS:
Fairly easy to use.
Operates all my components with one remote.
Easy to read screen.
Well made and light.
Good battery life.
Very helpful Tech Support.
CONS:
Difficult initial set up.
Inaccurate touch screen.
Hard to read "Hard Buttons".
Must have a good line of site to the components. (would be better if it was RF)
 Good for static people October 1, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Good for static people? What I mean is for those folks who don't fast forward or use the touch screen.. I'm a TIVO guy and a FFWD guy and having to watch your thumb to make sure you hit the button and stop it before the commercials are over.. Not Good..
I have the Harmony One and now have a 890 replacing this one.. It's a sweet eye catching device.. but functional for us non static users---Not so much.
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