Radio Shack Universal Gamer Remote

★★★★☆
3.5

based on 11 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.2

 

Pros

  • Easy setup (9)
  • Nice features (7)
  • Durable (5)
  • Ergonomic design (4)
  • Nice button configuration (3)
  • Easy to program (2)
  • Strong signal (2)
  • Actuallty works (1)
  • Coffee table decoration (1)
  • Jp1 compatible (1)
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Cons

  • Weak signal (3)
  • Incompatible (2)
  • Buttons wear easily (1)
  • Clear as mud (1)
  • Close buttons (1)
  • Difficult to program (1)
  • Instructions are poor (1)
  • Poor design (1)
  • Very confusing (1)

Best Uses

  • Replacement (6)
  • Upgrade (5)
  • High-end equipment (2)
  • All in one (1)
  • Color blends in well (1)
  • Paper weight (1)
  • Works it all (1)
 
 
 

Provided by RadioShack

This Universal Gamer Remote controls up to five different devices.

Specification Description
Model 15-133
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits Control DVD players, TVs, the DVD/CD functions of gaming consoles and moreMacro function turns multiple components on or off with the
Capacity UOM mAh
Country Of Origin China
Description Header Remove remote clutter.
Display Catalog Number 15-133
End Product Indicator Yes
Included in the Box Universal Gamer RemoteUser's guide
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 90
MAP Price 0.0
Model 15-133
New Date Mon May 05 00:00:00 CDT 2008
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Product Depth 8.42
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Height 0.96
Product Type Pushbutton remotes
Product Weight 0.5
Product Weight UOM pounds
Product Width 2.09
Remote Control Features Controls up to five home entertainment devices and has three dedicated modes to operate media center PCs, PlayStation 2 and Microsoft Xbox 360 gaming
Remote Control Type Universal
Required to function AAA alkaline batteries (2)
Required to function SKU 2300877
Supported Languages English
Technology IR

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Product Reviews

Last update: Aug 7, 2009

Radio Shack Universal Gamer Remote Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Great lighted JP1 remote

"The dog ate my IR keyboard for controlling my home theater PC (HTPC), so I bought this remote and used the JP1.3 programming capability of this remote to emulate the commonly used buttons on my system -- works great! Wife is much happier with the setup, now, so I wish I had bought this, long ago. The JP1.3 capability means this remote can basically control anything out there (google the model number and 'JP1...." Read Full Review »

Nov 18, 2008 by Highstepper

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
its alright for a beater remote

"I use this remote to control one of my HD Tvs(a scott 32" that I purchased at Radioshack none the less) and my xbox 360. The first disapointing thing was there are some very uncomfortable grooves on the sides of the remote that just don't feel good in the hand. The colored buttons are specifically mapped for the playstation 1 or 2 and not really the xbox360 even though it technically works(just gotta figure out ..." Read Full Review »

May 13, 2008 by SpiritMonk

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Radio Shack Universal Gamer Remote Review

Great lighted JP1 remote

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • JP1 compatible
  • Nice Features
  • Strong Signal

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • High-End Equipment
  • Replacement
  • Upgrade
 

"The dog ate my IR keyboard for controlling my home theater PC (HTPC), so I bought this remote and used the JP1.3 programming capability of this remote to emulate the commonly used buttons on my system -- works great! Wife is much happier with the setup, now, so I wish I had bought this, long ago. …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 18 2008
Highstepper
Maine
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  • Professional
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack Universal Gamer Remote Review

are you kidding me?

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Ergonomic Design
  • Nice Button Configuration
  • Nice Features
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Replacement
  • Upgrade
 

"Come on people. It's a [$] remote that works for several game systems along with all the other junk in your entertainment center. I don't care if the Logitech harmony is a better remote, at 5 times the cost it should be. I love the harmony just as much as everyone else, but i don't think it's fai …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 6 2008
Kevin
Murfreesboro, TN
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  • Gearhead
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[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack Universal Gamer Remote Review

its alright for a beater remote

★★☆☆☆
2.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up

    Cons

  • Poor Design
  • Weak Signal

    Best Uses

  • Replacement
 

"I use this remote to control one of my HD Tvs(a scott 32" that I purchased at Radioshack none the less) and my xbox 360. The first disapointing thing was there are some very uncomfortable grooves on the sides of the remote that just don't feel good in the hand. The colored buttons are specifically m …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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May 13 2008
SpiritMonk
Omaha, Nebraska
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  • Tech Savvy
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Radio Shack Universal Gamer Remote Review

Great Universal Learning Remote!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I almost passed this product by because it's called a "gamer" remote, and I don't have a game console. However, I took a second look; I'm glad I did!



This is an excellent remote! It had more codes than any other remote I've used; recognized all of my devices except for one obscure brand DVD playe …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 5 2009
Paul
SLC, UT
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[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack Universal Gamer Remote Review

might be nice if it actually worked.

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Coffee table decoration

    Cons

  • Clear as mud
  • Difficult To Program
  • Instructions are poor
  • Very confusing

    Best Uses

  • Color blends in well
  • Paper Weight
 

"This product might be nice if it actually worked. The instructions were difficult to follow, and were not clear. The manufacturers assumed that everyone just knew (by osmosis?) how to program this remote. More people need simple to follow, CLEAR, explicit instructions. We are not stupid, but we …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Aug 7 2009
Baysan
Norwich, Connecticut
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  • Practical
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