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Radio Shack Universal 5-in-1 Satellite Remote Control

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★★★★☆
4.0

based on 10 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.2

$29.99

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Pros

  • Easy setup (8)
  • Nice features (8)
  • Ergonomic design (6)
  • Nice button configuration (5)
  • Easy to program (4)
  • Strong signal (4)
  • Durable (2)
  • Jp13 interface (1)
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Cons

  • "p" button poorly placed (1)
  • Loses programming a lot (1)
  • No codes for onkyo audio (1)
  • Numerals hard to read (1)
  • Slippery surface (1)
  • Small words on buttons (1)
  • Tiny buttons (1)

Best Uses

  • Replacement (9)
  • Upgrade (3)
  • High-end equipment (2)
 
 
 

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Radio Shack Universal 5-in-1 Satellite Remote Control

$29.99

 

Product Reviews

Last update: Jul 21, 2009

Radio Shack Universal 5-in-1 Satellite Remote Control Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★☆
4.0
Pretty good...I'm happy with it.

"I'm leary of many of these learning remotes (have 3 others sitting around). They all have so many buttons to push, within 10 seconds, while searching for codes that it makes it not so convenient to replace other remotes. This one is no exception, but I would say that it learned the other romotes quickly and without trouble. I'm shocked that the manul didn't include codes for Onkyo receivers, a major brand, no..." Read Full Review »

Jun 03, 2008 by Brian

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Loses Programmming

"This remote is easy to prgram, and thank goodness for that as it loses its programming all the time. Anytime it is dropped or "thunked" it loses its programming. Bought this for [$] to replace the failed sattelite remote that was 4 years old. Had to call the sattelite company to get one of their remotes to replace this one. Do not recommend this product, bad value, not durable...." Read Full Review »

Jul 21, 2009 by Faf

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Radio Shack Universal 5-in-1 Satellite Remote Control Review

Pretty good...I'm happy with it.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Nice Features
  • Strong Signal

    Cons

  • No codes for Onkyo audio
  • Small words on buttons

    Best Uses

  • Replacement
 

"I'm leary of many of these learning remotes (have 3 others sitting around). They all have so many buttons to push, within 10 seconds, while searching for codes that it makes it not so convenient to replace other remotes. This one is no exception, but I would say that it learned the other romotes q …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 3 2008
Brian
Los Angeles, CA
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  • Practical
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Price: $29.99
 
 

Radio Shack Universal 5-in-1 Satellite Remote Control Review

Very pleased

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Program
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Ergonomic Design
  • Nice Button Configuration
  • Nice Features

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • High-End Equipment
  • Replacement
 

"Bought this remote to work with my PS3, Mitsubishi TV, DircTV receiver and Nexxtech DVD/home theater system.





The controller was already setup for DirecTV, great! Found the code for the my TV. All that needed to be added in was the "pause" button for freeze frame. My home theater was listed un …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 8 2009
moonknight1212
greensboro,nc
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  • Tech Savvy
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Price: $29.99
 
 

Radio Shack Universal 5-in-1 Satellite Remote Control Review

Loses Programmming

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Easy to program

    Cons

  • Loses programming a lot

    Best Uses

  • Replacement
 

"This remote is easy to prgram, and thank goodness for that as it loses its programming all the time. Anytime it is dropped or "thunked" it loses its programming. Bought this for [$] to replace the failed sattelite remote that was 4 years old. Had to call the sattelite company to get one of their …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jul 21 2009
Faf
WV
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  • Practical
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Price: $29.99
 
 

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Radio Shack Universal 5-in-1 Satellite Remote Control Review

Great Remote ~ Easy To Program

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Program
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Nice Features

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Replacement
  • Upgrade
 

"I just bought this yesterday to replace a broken dish network satellite remote. I had it set-up in less than 10 minutes. I set it up to control my TV, DVD player, Dish Network Satellite Receiver, and Audio Receiver. It was easy to set-up and easy to use. I absolutely love it!! "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 30 2009
TheChad
Ohio
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Radio Shack Universal 5-in-1 Satellite Remote Control Review

Works Great for dish DVR owners

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Ergonomic Design
  • Nice Features

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Replacement
 

"Purchased this one to use on my Dish network DVR and it works great. Kept purchasing and returning remotes that said they work on dish network but don't. I was leary to purchase bucause of so many dissapointments but I purchased it and it's awesome. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 7 2008
J Magadan
Union City
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