
Customers have good things to say about the MX-890 IR/RF Open Architecture Remote w/Charging Base. Users find the product to have a straightforward design, making it easy to use and reliable.
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The MX-890 is a versatile programmable handheld remote provides single-room IR control – TV, A/V components, cable and satellite boxes. It is ideal for home theater installations and A/V control in kitchens and bedrooms. Customizable user interface enables dealer to create custom on-screen graphics. When used with a compatible Complete Control base station, it controls A/V components through walls and cabinet doors, even from outside - no need to point the remote or be in the same room.

The MX-790 is a programmable, handheld remote can directly control all the IR devices in your entertainment system – TV, A/V components, cable, satellite boxes and more. It is ideal for use in home theaters, family rooms, kitchens or bedrooms. The brilliant 2” color LCD screen displays up to 48 devices. When used with a compatible Complete Control base station, like the MRF-350 and MRF-260, the MX-790 controls integrated A/V components through walls and cabinet doors, or even from outside. There is no need to point the remote control at the components or even be in the same room.

The Smart 8 remote operates the following devices: Smart Tv's, Streaming Boxes (Roku), Cable Set Top Boxes -DirecTv, Comcast, Dish, DVD & Blu-ray Players, Soundbars, Gaming Consoles, and more. Follow three simple steps to set up your remote in literally less than two minutes. An easy to understand quick start guide is included. The Smart 8 remote also has a Smart App to program your remote by pairing it to bluetooth. Simply select the devices you want to control in the app (Anroid and iOS) and the codes are sent to your remote. Control multiple devices as if they were one using the 5 activity keys - one button controls multiple devices. App direct keys allow quick access to your favorite streaming service such as Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, YouTube.

Add a splash of color to your home theater setup with the Philips 6-Device Universal Remote in a brushed electric blue finish. Designed to operate up to six separate devices, including your TV, Blu-ray player, cable, satellite and more, this universal remote lets you consolidate your controllers into one handheld device. Eliminate the hassle of managing multiple remotes as you enhance and simplify your home entertainment system. This remote features a fully backlit keypad for use in low-light settings and is preprogrammed for immediate use with Samsung TVs and Roku streaming boxes. It offers simple, user‑friendly setup with your choice of auto code search or direct code entry programming, and the primary audio control feature allows you to adjust the volume regardless of which device is being used. For added convenience, this remote includes a Blu-ray/DVD player open/close button as well as advanced DVR functions, simple menu navigation, a dot button for sub-channel access and a streaming APPS button to take you straight to the streaming apps on your smart TV. Make this Philips 6-Device Universal remote the center of your home entertainment system.
| Pros for Universal Remote Control - MX-890 IR/RF Open Architecture Remote w/Charging Base - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use | There were no pros for this product— | Ease of use, Compatibility, Overall Performance, Price, Setup | Ease of use, Overall Performance, Compatibility, Backlight, Color |
| Cons for Universal Remote Control - MX-890 IR/RF Open Architecture Remote w/Charging Base - Black | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Backlight, Button Learning | Skip Button, Connectivity, Size |