Logitech - Harmony 650 8-Device Universal Remote - Silver
- Key Specs
- Remote Control Type: Universal
- Number Of Devices Controlled: 8
- General
- Product Name: Harmony 650 8-Device Universal Remote
- Brand: Logitech
- Model Number: 915-000159/915-000160
- Features
- Remote Control Type: Universal
- Setup Method: Online
- Display Type: LED
- Connectivity
- Number Of Devices Controlled: 8
- Wireless: true
- Connectivity Technology: Infrared (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance.)
- Compatibility
- Compatibility: Universal
- Brand Compatibility: Universal
- Compatible Product(s): Blu-Ray Player, CD player, Ceiling fan, DVD Player, Fan, Home theater system, Power switch, Projector, Receiver, Soundbar, Television, Video game console, Volume controller
- Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 097855072313
Control up to 8 devices using this Logitech Harmony 650 915-000159 universal remote that is compatible with more than 225,000 devices across more than 5,000 brands for wide-ranging use. One-touch activity buttons simplify option selection.
- Controls up to 8 devices: Compatible with more than 225,000 devices across more than 5,000 brands for wide-ranging use.
- One-touch activity buttons: Including a Watch a DVD button make it easy to select the function you want.
- Bright color screen: Shows channel favorite icons and commands to simplify navigation.
- Online setup: Lets you easily program the remote.
- 2 AA batteries (included): For simple operation.
- System requirements: Windows XP, Vista, 7 or 8 or Mac OS X 10.6 or later, a USB port and Internet access.
Whats Included
- Logitech Harmony 650 8-Device Universal Remote
- 2 AA batteries, USB cable
- Owner's manual
A: 100%, every button is backlit, as well as the LCD screen. When you pick the remote up or push a button, the backlight comes on. When you set it down or don't push a button for a few seconds (entirely customizable, from 1 second to minutes) the backlight automatically shuts off to conserve battery life.
Q: Are there buttons for everything common?
A: Yes, it does. The reason you didn't see the buttons for Return (back), Recall (previous channel), etc. is because they're symbols. To go back to the previous channel you were watching there's a horizontal arrow that hooks around. In order to see the devices you have to program them into the remote first. Read my review dated 5/1/15. The Geek Squad guy programmed mine for me when they came and hooked-up my new Sony TV. He explained how everything worked and what I could and couldn't do with it and the only thing I can't do is operate my PS3 with the fast forward, reverse buttons, etc. He explained to me that I would have to use the controller, but as far as turning it on and off, i.e., the PS3, I can do that. The remote is seriously the TRUTH!!! As far as the cost is concerned I didn't spend over $60.00 for it, which I think was great. They do have a more expensive one though that may be a bit more sophisticated. I can operate this universal remote exactly like I operated each remote I had for the individual devices I had. It's great and you won't go wrong if you purchase it. Believe me it's worth it especially if you have to use 3 different remotes like I did before I brought this one.
A: Yes it will work with Windows 10.
Q: Does it know what devices are already on?
A: It remembers what the device settings are for the current activity. Example: Current activity is watch tv. Your TV is on, the cable box is on, the av receiver is on. When you select the "play xbox" activity, it will (if programmed appropriately) change the tv input to the right input, turn off the cable box, switch inputs on the av reciever and turn on the xbox. When you select off, it will then turn the tv off, the reciever off and the xbox...but it will know that the cable box is already off and not toggle the power
Q: will this work in place of a roku remote?
A: This will work with any Roku device that has infrared remote capability. I have a Roku 2 XS that can use either Roku's Bluetooth remote or a Roku infrared remote. The Harmony 650 works with my 2 XS perfectly. The Harmony 650 will not work with the Roku Stick because it uses an RF (radio frequency) remote. If you look up Roku on Wikipedia, you can see a chart that lists what type of remote capability your particular Roku has.
A: Yes. They say on the controller configuration app to make sure you're running the latest version of the OS on the Apple TV. I am and it controls my Apple TV great. It's nice having one control for everything.
Q: Will this work with a Sony Blu-Ray player bdp-bx110?
A: Yes, and if you have any more compatibility questions, go to the Logitech website and look for the Harmony remote support. They have a tool that can be used to look up the compatibility of devices with the harmony remote.
Q: Can this remote control Amazone FireTV Stick? If so How do I program it?
A: I just finished setting up my remote and I also have an Amazon Fire TV Stick. When you are in set up and adding your devices, add in Amazon Fire Stick. Harmony will recognize that you have Amazon Fire set up, but will give you an error that it will not be able to change the channels for you. It will ask you if you still want to add it anyways, say yes. I do not have cable, just Amazon Fire. There is a button at the top of your remote that says watch TV. I programmed that button to turn on my TV and to go to Input 3 where I have my Amazon Fire Stick plugged into. I then have to pick up my Amazon Fire TV remote to turn on the stick and change the channels. My harmony remote turns on the TV and adjusts the volume. I will still have to use two remotes, but it is a heck of a lot better then 6 remotes.
