![]() The controls on the remote are set up for the various units you’re using. It even has control for obscure devices, like the XtremeMac 4 port HDMI switcher I use to keep everything in the right order. “Watch DVD” changes your TVs input to the appropriate one, turns on the DVD player, and switches the surround sound system, and so on. Thus, if you click on “Watch TV”, it automagically turns on the TV if it’s off, turns your surround receiver to the correct input, and turns on your cable or satellite box. The server then makes a custom “layout” for your remote, based on what you input, and is programmed into the remote via an included USB cable. ![]() Using a really intuitive Web-based interface, you tell the system what components your home theater has, how they interact with each other, and which ones are used with each activity. The Harmony line lets you assign devices to certain activities, such as “Watch TV”. ![]() The remote goes beyond most universal remotes by actually being programmable, and not just in the device sense as most are. That’s why I’m a fan of Logitech’s Harmony 520 remote. Sure, there are universal remotes, but for the most part they just consolidate everything into one unit, you still have to tell it every single command. With an HDTV, DVD player, surround sound system, cable box, and other components, it’s easy to let remote build-up happen. Having the lights dim, your projection screen drop down and the curtains close still never fails to impress me.īe sure to check back every week for more Harmony tips and tricks and feel free to send us your comments.If you’re a home theater nerd, as I am, then you probably have more remote controls than limbs. Pressing the “Watch a DVD” on your Harmony One remote and having your devices power on, go to the correct picture and sound input including your A/V switch is a joy to see. We discussed how to do this on a previous blog that you can find here.
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