Current setup a self programed MX850 (had the 700 but a button fell off)

What I like about it is the ability to assign buttons and macros, repeat signals, page through functions.

So Why do I need to replace it? the buttons are no longer working. Not the programing, but you have to really push a button to get it to respond.

I understand that URC no longer likes the idea of having consumers program their own remotes. I however have no desire to have a pro come to my house to do it. (note I am not asking for software, just an opinion on comparable remotes)

So that rules out URC for my next purchase, any thoughts on others that compare? I don't want a full touch screen, like the buttons. I'm hesitant on Logitech as they appear to be limited on the macro/programmable side (might be wrong on this)

Requirements: 6+ devices
Learning
Macro's for power/input
Computer programmable and backup
Buttons not touch screen (touch screen possible just not primary)
RF/IR Capability
Tivo 1/2 capability

PS, could have sworn I posted here before, but maybe I have just been a lurker as my account wasn't here!

PSS: Needs to be fairly sturdy, or cheap, three little kiddos that need to operate at least some of the functions. So small drops, kid usage etc, needs to hold up!

Another MX-850? They still make it, and you are already familiar with it.

I was coming to the same conclusion, was hoping for a "newer/better" mousetrap. . . Funny the MX850 comes up on the pick a remote script too.

It's still one of the most durable and easyiest to use.

Is there a sponsor forum where one can go to shop at a community supporting vendor?

First, as a long time customer of URC and fan, you may want to see if they will "service" the remote.

I have 3 MX-500's and swear by them, but after a drop or two, the backlight on all 3 of them at one point or another stopped working, well after the warantee period.

They have fixed all three I think, and one of them sent a replacement.

That being said, if you cant "repair" it or just want a new one, yes, I think getting another MX-850 may be a good choice.

I also have a Harmony-One, and it is not RF, but I think they have an RF equivalent, and they too are very easy to program. Although, not as macro friendly as the URC remotes, the activity based programming of the Harmonies, does almost everything I wanted, like turning things on discretely, switching to all needed inputs, and pressng buttons automatically that you want, after your devices are on. It also has the nice feature when swtiching activities, of turning off any devices you do not need for the next activity.

The Help feature is very nice too, if something does not go on correctly or swtich to the proper input, you hit the help button and it turn on and switches everthing again until it is working properly.