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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Everything about this remote is OK until you get to programing your devices with their software. The problem is that on Window 7x64 the software will not completely load so that you can program the remote, I spent more than an hour on the phone with Logitech support personnel and the best they could come up with as to why I continue to get a application fail to load and is shutting down on two different computer running windows 7 is to call Microsoft because there is some type of security in my installs that's preventing the software from loading., That may not seem bad until you consider that as far back as 2007 people running window 7 were having the exact same issue with the software failing to completely load, you would think after all that time with this issue they would have pinpointed the cause of this issue and not tell you to go to Microsoft for the solution. If the software doesn't work the remote is worthless. To me that make their remote worthless to a lot of window7 users. Did I mention there is no mention of compatibility problems with window anywhere. So anyone who buys this remote better have a few computers as a back up.Read full review
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I wanted a remote that would replace all of my other remotes. This one will do that. It will even replace the remote to my Meintner CD3 player. One nice feature is it will light up the minute you take it in your hand. A nice feature in the dark. The buttons are well laid out and easy to control. The only problem I encoutered is that it will not start my Bell Express Vue PVR automaticly when I whant to watch TV. It is set up to open my TV set, AV receiver and the PVR all at once when you press WATC TV but the PVR has to be started seperatly. I tried ro fix it on the internet but I still have the same problem I will go on the Logitech site for customer support and see what I'm doing wrong. A great remote.
I've had a few Harmony remotes, and I have gotten used to the layout of the 650. I was looking to replace it, and ran across the 700 - even better! Same remote, but nice USB recharging. I run a whole bunch of devices through this remote, and it's so simple to program, too. If it's the first time, you just tell it your devices, and go through the list of what you want turned on and configured for each activity. (i.e. for "Watch TV", I want my TV turned on and set to input 1, my Dish DVR on, my Amp on and set to my Dish input). Then one button turns your other stuff off, and that stuff on. And if you switch (say, to BluRay player, it knows that your TV is already on, so it switches to Input 2, switches your Amp to the BluRay input, and turns off your Dish DVR). If you've had a harmony remote configured in the past, and you're upgrading, you just tell their software your new remote, and it will load all your programs into the new remote without you having to re-program everything. These remotes make my fairly complicated A/V setup accessible to my wife who doesn't like too many buttons, too ;-)Read full review
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I like this much better than the 880 it replaced. The buttons have a nice soft rubbery feel, and the back light is great and very readable. I don't like that the top 5 function buttons are not backlit however. Also, the "all off" button is hit or miss and this has been a universal complaint. I often have to press it many many times to power down all the devices. But overall with day-to-day use, the buttons and backlight do the job nicely. Next time I will opt for the non-rechargeable 650 and just get a couple quick-charge nicads. Even though this is rechargeable, and it comes with the usb cord, you still need to find a power supply like those cellphone wall-warts.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Refurbished
This remote has replaced several OEM remotes and eliminated a lot of the hassle for me. However, there are a couple of minor things that prevent this from being a five-star review. First, the command delay on individual devices can only be set to a maximum of 5 seconds. Modern home entertainment components often take longer than that to boot up upon initial powering on. So, when activating a macro, you will often be left using the remote assistant to get the inputs all "on the same page" for your chosen activity. Second, is missing commands. Some models of equipment, in this case a Pioneer SC-55, will be missing commands in the setup wizard. However, picking another model, a Pioneer SC-65, revealed the needed commands for a macro I was putting together. It was something that I, a moderately experienced HiFi geek, could figure out. However, many consumers would be forced to search the web for a solution, or give up on that activity entirely. All-in-all a very good product!Read full review
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Q: Why you bought it? A: I bought it as a Christmas gift for my father. He had just bought a new TV for his living room and called me to install it. When I was done installing the TV to his existing home theater components he had a total of 6 remotes...5 remotes too many. Q: What you like most about it? A: The Logitech Harmony 700 Remote Control allows you to program up to 6 components. The setup via the Logitech website is fairly simple and user friendly. Q: What you dislike about it? A: I have 2 dislikes; 1: Sometimes the remote takes longer that what I would like to turn on all the components and or switch from 1 activity from the other (ie: From watching a DVD to watching TV). But that might not be the remotes fault, could be the components, who knows. And 2: The buttons light up, but I wish there was a way to make them light up a little brighter. Q: Whether or not you would buy the product again? A: Yes. This is the second Logitech Harmony remote that I have purchased. I own a LHR670 and love it. I would recommend a Logitech Harmony Remote to anyone who wants to eliminate the need for the ridiculous amount of remotes sitting on their cocktail table.Read full review
No one comes close to the ability of these remotes and this model seems the best value of all the models unless you need RF. There are no default buttons for satellite DVRs, so you have to create custom ones with the extra buttons. For example there is no "DVR" button so I set the unlabeled green button to do that. Skip forward and back also require custom setup. Support is very helpful, especially if you get a native English speaking agent. Once setup, it is great, especially for "activities". For example "watch TV" turns on the TV, the DVR and the AV receiver and sets it to TV output.It can do much more complex activities as well. If you change remotes, the Logitech Harmony application programs the new one using the old settings, without having to go through programming again. The plug in to charge remotes (like this one!) are much better than the cradle chargers. The remote goes for weeks between charges. The cradle chargers get finicky about charging when the contacts get dirty and eventually, even with cleaning, only charge when pressed down or not at all.Read full review
Very powerful remote with pretty good software to help you get it set up. My only complaint it the restrictions that are in place when you are programming the 4 activity buttons. Logitech guides you in setting up your activities which works most of the time, but I have run into a situation that requires a slightly more customized start-up sequence, which the software is incapable of allowing. Other than that, this is a fantastic remote. I love that it is rechargeable, has a customizable screen, and feels good when you hold it. The software allows you to do just about everything you could ever want to as far as customizing buttons goes.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I've been using Harmony remotes for many years. They're not exactly cheap so I never sprung for one in our guestroom until I saw this model and this price. It's a very good remote overall. Great feel, nice weight, and I prefer hard buttons to touch screen so this 700 seemed like it would be perfect. It is - almost. This LCD screen only has 4 functions while my 890s and 880s have 8. I didn't think I'd miss those extra buttons as much as I do. Also, to recharge the 700 you need to connect it to a USB cable which definitely isn't as elegant as a cradle. Still, with its easy web-based programming and great feel and ease of use I recommend it highly to anyone who needs a universal remote. If you've never used a Harmony remote before because it's more expensive than other universal remotes, just buy this already. It doesn't just replace a pile of remotes, it improves everything about the way you use your A/V equipment.Read full review
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