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Post 1 made on Friday September 23, 2011 at 15:27
makitamark
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A few years ago I programmed a few NevoSL's, I liked them and they were nice to work with.
Since then I've been using the URC range of remotes but this week had the opportunity to program a Nevo S70, I must say I like it.
The Hardware itself is very nice and the programming is very intuitive, unlike I have to say URC's CCP which I find very clunky.

But now to my one issue, I initially programmed this thing off-site so obviously didn't have the ability to test the codesets I was selecting, I thought that there would be an easy way to identify which codes worked and any that needed 'work' once I was back at the customers.
I was wrong, Yes you can download the program to the remote and test away, but my configuration was such that the codes in question were effectively 'hidden', I also realise it's quite quick to Hot-swap codesets, but the 'whole' codeset wasn't defective, perhaps a code or two.

The Emulator is an excellent feature and very effective, I just feel that there is One fundamental facility missing from NevoStudio Pro 3 and it's the ability to Test commands through the Remote or Nevolink Directly from the Software.
I had intended emailing Universal Electronics but their Website doesn't seem to support such a thing.
Post 2 made on Friday September 23, 2011 at 15:39
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 there is a way to test the codes using the remote if you are using database codes.

in the Add a Device Wizard, there in an option to "Use Nevo to test device codes"

when you select this, it will download all possible codesets for the device into the nevo remote.  you can then unplug the nevo remote and take it to the equipment area.  follow the onscreen prompts and choose the codeset that works best, then plug the remote back into the computer and follow the rest of the on screen instructions.
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OP | Post 3 made on Friday September 23, 2011 at 15:56
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Hi, Yes I did realise this, however as I had programmed it 'off-site' I already had a fully programmed remote that simply needed the codesets testing.
The answer appears to be: Program the Remote On-Site!
But the addition of a facility to check codes once they are IN the remote is something I think is Fundamental to an IR Remote control via it's software.
You can do this in every other Manufacturers Software to my knowledge.
Post 4 made on Friday September 23, 2011 at 16:02
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 I see what you mean now.  I started with Nevo before URC/RTI/etc... so I guess I'm just used to it.  

One thing that is cool about the Nevo though is the fact that it can be unplugged from the PC during the code testing process.

I guess when I need to test a few codes I've just made small test files in the past.
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OP | Post 5 made on Friday September 23, 2011 at 16:17
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Don't get me wrong, I really like this remote, it's very similar to the Philips NG series remotes in terms of layout and Software but obviously more up to date.
I enjoyed programming it, something I can NEVER say about using CCP.
Post 6 made on Friday September 23, 2011 at 16:29
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This was one thing that bugged me when I first started using Nevo remotes. I asked the OZ Dealer about it and think it had something to do with the remotes running Window Mobile and having to use Active Sync to connect to your PC, it just wasn't possible. I just got use to it and do what Duct Tape does or I just program in a dummy device and just learnt the codes on site. NSP3 is great to use, it just a dam shame Nevo closed shop.
OP | Post 7 made on Friday September 23, 2011 at 16:55
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Hi Jason,
I'm using Vista which doesn't have Activesync, It uses Windows Mobile Device Centre, oops sorry 'Center' (American spelling)
It's the same program that URC's MX980 uses and they manage to allow testing of codes??
Have UE closed shop?
Are these things no longer available/ supported?
Post 8 made on Friday September 23, 2011 at 17:17
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 from the mynevo.com dealer section:

Important information for our European and International Nevo distributors, dealers and customers

 

Universal Electronics would like to re-iterate that we are continuing to sell and support our line of Nevo Pro and Nevo Custom series remotes, accessories, and programming software.

Our product offerings, including NevoS70, NevoQ50, NevoC2, NevoC3 and related accessories, are available for sale and will continue to receive full technical and consumer warranty support from Universal Electronics (UEI).

There are currently no changes in this region that would affect sales, distribution, and support for our Nevo product offerings in these markets. For more information and stock availability, contact your local Nevo sales representative.

 

Information specific to our North American customers

 

 

 

Unfortunately, due to current market conditions, we have had to make difficult decisions to re-structure the way we do business in North America.

 

 

 

As of January 2011, distributors in North America will not be able to purchase new stock of NevoQ50. A limited number of units are available to dealers at select distributors. The decision was based on the financial viability of this product in this region.

 

 

 

NevoS70, NevoC2, NevoC3, and a variety of Nevo accessories continue to be available for stocking orders by Nevo authorized distributors. For more information and stock availability, contact your local Nevo sales representative.

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Post 9 made on Sunday September 25, 2011 at 07:45
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On September 23, 2011 at 16:55, makitamark said...
Hi Jason,
I'm using Vista which doesn't have Activesync, It uses Windows Mobile Device Centre, oops sorry 'Center' (American spelling)
It's the same program that URC's MX980 uses and they manage to allow testing of codes??

Hi Mark,

I can't really remember what the issue was but I thought it because the Nevo S70 and Q50 run Windows Mobile 5 or 6, can't remember which. Either way it won't be getting changed.

Have UE closed shop?
Are these things no longer available/ supported?

I guess I was a little lose with my words. Yes they are still supplying remotes and supporting them internationally but their won't be any updates to software or hardware. They were going to add some new remote models but they got canned. One of the new models was going to be like the Q50 but with wifi, a better screen and I think hard buttons for digits...would have been great.

I still use Nevo's. I'm addicted to widgets. Made one for the Boxee Box (runs a version of XBMC) but it has limited JSON RPC API (IP control) at the moment so it is still work in progress. I'm currently working on a XBMC widget that has a lot more control options with their JSON RPC API (a lot has been changed).


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