Acoustic Research ARRU449 Review
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March 25th, 2008
Summary
Sometimes less is more. Let’s face it, no matter what the device there’s seemingly a remote for it. And with today’s advanced home theater systems, operating any one of them can be frustrating. The Acoustic Research Universal Smart Remote makes controlling it all simple. By doing most of the work for you. It automatically detects device codes, so programming it to work with your TV, DVD player or stereo receiver is a breeze. It provides easy, one-touch commands like Turn on Bedroom DVR or Watch Den Satellite, so switching between components takes seconds. Plus, with built-in WiFi capability, it even gives you instant access to news, weathers, sports and program guides through Click365 services. All on a 2.2" full-color LCD screen. Home entertainment will never be the same.
Specs
The most complete Universal Remote Control, with WiFi capabilityno need to use a PC, all you need is a 802.11 b or g wireless broadband network and internet access
Guided Setup: Automatically detects device codes, so programming your TV, DVD player, stereo receiver or any other device is simple
One-Touch Activities: Control all your home theater systems with simple One-Touch Activities like Watch Greatroom DVR, Watch Bedroom DVD or Watch Den Satellite Receiver
Remote-Screen Program Guides: Access updated program guides for your cable, satellite and local broadcast programming on the remotes built-in screen
Remote-Screen News, Weather and Sports: Access to the click365 service of news, weather and sports information. 802.11 b or g wireless broadband network and internet access required to access program guides and other click365 information