I'd like to get a touch screen remote to replace my Yamaha RAV remote (really a Pronto). I got really good at programming it myself and like the fact I can make changes easily with it with the Windows GUI software.

I want touch screen and want the ability to put Network Icons (like for NBC, ESPN, etc) so that it can send IR's to change channels on a Motorola HD DVR. Have a Yamaha RX-V2700 receiver, Sony BLU-RAY, Sony DSS, Yamaha CD player, Yamaha Tape player, Motorola DVR (Comcast), and Sony 40" HD TV.

Can you recommended a touch screen remote that has good Windows based software to program it? I see mixed reviews on the MX-980.

Appreciate any input.

You may be disappointed with Harmony One after having a Yamaha RAV remote. They are not as customisable.

You may have trouble getting software for a MX980 unless you find a authorised dealer that are willing to supply it.

Other options,
Nevo Q50 or S70
Philips Pronto TSU9300, TSU9400, TSU9600, TSU9800.

Philips Pronto has been discontinued/closed down but they may find buyer to continue. They are still honouring warranties though.

PEP2.4 Software for Pronto's is here on RC if you want to take a look.


Cheers
Jason

Thanks All.

Looking hard at the Nevo Q50. Any input on that one from any owners? Hows the GUI?

Jason

I have/had a Nevo Q50 and it only lasted about 20 months before the buttons went out on it. I wouldn't recommend one to anyone.

I have programmed a fair few (over 20) Q50's for customers and haven't had any failures yet. Like any product you can get unlucky!


The Q50 has a 12bit (4K) colour screen compared to the S70 which has 16bit (65K). Nevo have a lot of options for graphics and with themes. I suggest you take a look at one.

Personally I think the Q50 is a great remote and great value for money. Nevo Studio Pro 3.0 software is excellent. I suggest you get a Nevo Connect as well if you can afford it.

NevoStudio Pro 3.0 includes:

• .Nevo Plug-ins
  
  • 2-way plug-ins are available for Sonos, Kaleidescape, iPort, Imerge, and more
  • Intuitive wizard driven interface allows for easy customization of parameters
• Nevo Widgets
  • 2-way scripting without writing scripts
  • Drag and drop, building block style workspace to create widgets that can send commands and receive feedback
  • Can be as simple as a visual volume level indicator for an AV receiver or more advanced like for a whole home security interface
  • Files can be easily exported and shared
• Scheduled macros
  • Execute macros at time intervals automatically
  • Daily, weekly, monthly, annually, or at system startup
• Windows 7, XP, and Vista compatible (32 and 64-bit versions)
• And many more features
  • Global Flags
  • IP device support (S70 only)
  • Animated GIF support
  • Any background image automatically resized
  • Nevo Personal library
  • Support for complex macros
  • Easy copying of global macros between projects

Cheers
Jason