I may purchase the Yamaha RX-V2300 receiver over the next couple of months. Any idea what the remote is like for this receiver? Yamaha has it listed as being learning & macro capable. It also has a small LCD screen.

I have one. The Yamaha remote's LCD screen merely tells you which device layer you are in. The remote is OKAY as a learning remote, but since the buttons are all pre-labeled, you may have to place some functions on buttons that are not labeled for the function you are learning. Memory capacity is limited, and if you have more than 4 source components to learn into it, you will probably fill it up. Macros work, but are fairly slow.
There is a MAJOR plus to this receiver: the 2300 series on up have COMPLETE discrete IR command libraries available from your dealer or Yamaha. I recommend an aftermarket remote, such as the HTM MX-1000. Discretes for the 2300 include things like preset turn-on volume, individual surround modes and input modes, etc.. I use the factory remote for basic Zone 2 control. (you have to set it to do so.) Highly recommend this receiver, in spite of it's remote. I don't know of any receiver that comes with a "Good" remote until you get into the upper end units that come with a Pronto type remote.

Thanks for the info Ian.

I'm pretty sure this is the receiver I am going to buy. I'm not really expecting great things from the remote. I currently use a Cinema 6 to control my system (denon receiver) and like it, but want another remote for the new receiver. I think my Cinema 6 will follow my Denon to another room since I have it all coded.

How user friendly is the Yamaha receiver by the way (for other users)? Anything you don't like about it?

Other than having to run the setup menu by remote, the unit is quite user friendly. Especially given all the discrete codes available...you can make it go back to any set of parameters each time you change inputs or start up your system! Even if someone messes with your settings, they can be restored next time you use it, without even thinking.
I believe it to be an exceptional value. I have owned Denon, Kenwood Sovreign, Pioneer Elite, and Yamaha Receivers, and will continue with Yamaha until I can afford the Sonic Frontiers Anthem or EAD Theater Master products.