OEX, that link is an insult!

Arrogant SOB.

I answered his question and supplied a link to what he was asking for.


Where did I say this?


I answered his question without any comment.

As for your comment, go pound sand. You get dumber in my opinion, every time you touch your keyboard. I guess we are back to personal insults.

And yes, I am arrogant but it's hard not to be when I am as f&cking wonderful as I am.


Don't shoot the messanger. I only answered his question.

The Wisdom of Ancients being espoused, but not used.

"DIYers have an open mind." There's about 4 or 5 that post on this thread that surely don't, especially the kid who likes to call names when outright facts are presented.

Jackson continually displays an egregious ignorance of CI's motivations and profession, almost to the point of comedy.

There was no question! What I see is a suggestion.
Maybe MX-*** would not have confused you as much as MX-???. ?

I think the point was that URC is dead wrong introducing a support policy change in a line of remotes (MX-whatever) that was previously sold under a different policy. Under that previous policy these remotes were ideal in the hands of the hobbyists. Under the intent of the new policy it became a public relations fiasco that forced DIYers to go underground for proper software.

I fully agree with Michael that a new policy, such as the one that this thread is all about, should only be introduced with a new product line that is not called MX.

I love being ignored. I can say whatever I want and not be called to task on it... just like the few who want to constantly complain yet don't want to be called to task for what they say.

Gotta love it.

Love it! Are we hav'n fun yet or what?

Well then.... who's the donkey in this one?

OK - Lets argue semantics. It was a statement/suggestion that already exists at the link I provided.

Why are you so intent on arguing?
There was no question and the link you provided was unrelated to the comment/suggestion.

sorry but i just have to jump in here as something was mentioned about me ranting. i was a little offended but after the last 50+ threads i KNOW it was a rhetorical statement.

OTAHD
You helped me with my problem and i hope you read this. If you don't buy online or on e bay you are missing out. i have carefully bought thousands of dollars in STUFF from new to used from factory direct close outs to private owned and been very satisfied of at least 99% of the purchases with some very substantial savings. plus 3 kids through college at 1/3 or less for the cost of books. I bought my remote from new egg $142 where i have spent at least $2000 and wonder where they got the remotes. I based my purchase decision on the URC web site.

roddymcg
sorry but i spent 15 minutes on the URC site doing my home work and when i downloaded the tutorial and got to the last section called live update i made my decision to purchase. Check it out it really does not say please read all of the fine print because this page is false advertising.

thanks LG

Geez... Come on guys

There are a lot of people out there with a lot of money that will buy from an AD, who will in turn pass them on to a qualified CI. I think only the die hard DIYer's (like me) will use their passion and take the time to seek out websites/forums like this to learn, and try to make our systems the best they can be. We are probably a very small entity in this market.

I have learned a lot in the last couple days - didn't even know what an RTI or Crestron was! Isn't a Crestron MT 1000 the same thing as a URC MX 3000? Software probably different but the hardware looks the same.

Anyway, I enjoy the forum and some of the humor is great, but some of the barbs and jabs go a little too far...

Thanks to all - for the knowledge and the entertainment!

Scott

We have to disagree again. A DIY reads reviews. A pro goes to trade shows and various training sessions to be exposed to all the control systems out there. Then they program the systems they like the best over and over and over again. Some would say that one gets better with experience and exposure.

May I ask how many remotes you programmed last year, and in how many enviroments you were in while doing these remotes??
I am trying to figure out your advantage over me.

And for a business owner (me) margin is a factor. It is not a deciding factor, but a factor non the less. The manuufacturer sets MSRP and that is what I seel product for. You want to get a deal on the net, well then let them install your product as well.
If I am not making money, there is a good chance I will not be around to provide you support down the line. Most of our clients run business's and realize this.

Well, you're right I'd do my homework, but I bought my last 850 after the 900 and the 950 were released, so don't be so sure I'd go another way. :)

The point I've been trying to pound is that the choice of a remote is not just about technical capabilities. If it gets the job done and is organized in a manner you like, then that's the one to use.

And Rodney, while you may be able to operate a touch screen remote 1-handed without looking at it, most people I imagine would prefer hard buttons because of the tactile feedback. The point again, is that just because you prefer it, doesn't mean it's the best option for every customer. Only the enduser can decide that.

For instance, I own 2 MX-800's and 2 MX-850's. They can operate most anything I own from any TV in the house. The fact they operate and feel the same way is a big feature. I wouldn't want to do without certain keys or hunt for them in different places just because I'm in a different room. I don't have to dock them. They run off their AAA NIMH batteries for months, whether they're used frequently or not.

Because you guys tend to be full of shit most of the time



Why did the comment end in a question mark? Call me stupid. The comment was unrelated? I used to think you were reasonably intelligent. He asked why.. no no, let me quote.


Was he not suggesting that URC make remotes that were not mx-***? URC has a line that is not the MX- line. It's the consumer line of remotes. WTF is hard about that? That is what he suggested and it is already available. Why do I argue this?

I mearly pointed to a link that was EXACTLY as proposed and you guys freak out.

you're a bunch of jerk offs. At least Rich can maintain focus and stick to the point at most times.

Get a life.