It isn't a bad thing but it just doesn't do anything other than be a remote and at that price range ($500) it just isn't worth it. I can understand the need for a universal remote to be honest however, there are some remotes that can go above and beyond what a universal remote can do, and this just isn't one. RRP is $599 but it can be had for much less. But if you want a premium remote that works by RF, this is the pick JUST AS LONG as you can get it for a decent price. You should go for the lower end Logitech Harmony remotes. If you need a basic universal IR remote, this will be overkill for you. Accessing individual component commands is a breeze by both the App and the Remote. The App control panels can be as simple or complicated as you like. Operation and switching between scenarios is seamless. I had to reprogram the main user mode a few times to get it right, and then customise some keys, fix the time etc. You use your mobile wi-fi device and the App to connect to the Hub by BT, then connect the Hub to your wi-fi, this part was amazingly easy, and then you simply type in your component model numbers and the Hub pulls the remote commands from an internet database. I'm an electronic engineer and it took me about 3 hours to get up and running smoothly from scratch. Like any advanced Harmony product, you need to be pretty technical to get this setup and working well. It can be used to control AirCon, and other smart house devices, although I don't use these yet. I love being able to start-up my home theatre before I enter the room, so everything is ready and running.
#Harmony elite free#
The real bonus is that you can use the free app with any mobile wi-fi device to control the whole show, and yes it covers both IOS and Android. You attach up to two IR blasters to the Hub, to signal boxes without Wi-Fi or BT.
The Hub is the brains of the whole kit, and requires a Wi-Fi backbone network to work to its fullest.
#Harmony elite Bluetooth#
The remote can also provide direct IR and Bluetooth controls if desired. The remote talks to the Hub by Wi-Fi so it can work through cabinet doors or from other rooms. The screen shows the Time which is very handy. Read more, and lights up whenever moved or grabbed. The remote sits in a charging stand when not in use. The remote is piano black on the top and sides, and has an extra grippy matt black backing. It also provides haptic feedback (vibration when you touch a key). The remote looks and feels very well made, and has a nice small touch screen and backlit keys, some of which are programmable. This is head and shoulders the best I have had, albeit a bit costly to purchase (hence only 4 stars and not 5 stars). I've had plenty of universal remotes over the years, mainly from the Logitech Harmony range. Update: Having now used the remote for a couple of years I need to add that I prefer using the iPads to the actual remote, the remote touch screen is a little too sensitive and by necessity you need to work through a few screens, where as everything is available on a single screen on an iPad. Read more s that I’m not keen on the texture/feel of the remote in my hand, however this is a very minor complaint and overall I couldn’t be happier with this product, if it was possible to give it 6 stars I would.
#Harmony elite plus#
We now have a great remote plus two iPads and iPones that can control every function of our home entertainment system.Ībout the only negative that I can come up with i.
#Harmony elite manual#
The manual is a useful read and the Harmony Knowledge Base is invaluable when customising the remote buttons, adding extra controls/functions and renaming devices and activities.
I set everything up using my iPad over the wifi, the hub updated its firmware during the process. This is our 3rd Harmony remote and they just get better, this does it all, with IR, Wifi and Bluetooth.
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