JP1 makes macros so easy that you really should get the cable. My device-switching macros are now on the device keys, unswitched, and that is truly convenient. The main power macro is on the power button, again unswitched. To access a device or power putton on any of the devices you use the power or device buttons switched.

As John said, any other macros would have to be your choice but, as always, JP1 is easy and fast. The remote is ready for the cable, the software is free so why not just do it?

Dan