Customers consistently note the ease of use and the helpful backlight feature of the DirecTv RC73B Replacement Remote. Many also appreciate its compatibility with various devices and the straightforward programming process. However, some customers find the button layout requires adjustment, and a few feel the price is high. Overall, the positive feedback on usability and helpful features outweighs the negative comments.
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Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Replacement DIRECTV remote
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My parents broke their original remote, so I bought this one for them. Easy setup, works perfectly. Also has a backlight, which I thought was great!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Not bad
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I don't like that there is not a stop button for when you are watching DVR. If there is one I must not be smart enough to figure out where it is. Overall, I like it though
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote
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I like it better than the standard direct tv remote. It has a light button on the side and just feels better to hold. My dog ate my old one. Setting it us got a little confusing on one part only. the directions say press 1 next step says key in 5 5 digit code well all the codes were only 4 digits it doesn't tell you the 1 you pressed in the last step is one of the digits... Once i figured that out everything else was easy
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great & handy remote.
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Great remote. Works from a good distance.
The light up remote comes in handy,especially if you don't want to turn the bright light's on.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Cons mentioned:
Button layout
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote
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Great remote. Small and east to use. Only thing wrong with it is it has no stop button.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great replacement remote
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I purchased this as a replacement remote for my Directv genie system. I love that the remote is back lit so that I can quickly find the correct button when watching in a dark room. I docked it one star because I have to hold the light button for what seems like an extra long amount of time to get the remote to light. It does not auto light like some harmony remotes.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote
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Remote is easy to use. Universal. Sleek make. Fancy
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect replacement
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I managed to lose my original remote somehow, but this one is a perfect substitute and is easy to program.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
works great
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My wife loves the lighted feature. Much better than the old big one
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Get this here!
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Directv doesn’t even sell these. Get this from Best Buy cause it’s the only place available.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Remote
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Love the backlight, works as described, Easy set-up.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great job
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great store very happy customer cannot stand to shop at frys they make you feel like you are stealing
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great
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Love it nice replacement. This one your able to see the numbers at night
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect Replacement
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Needed to replace an older Directv remote for a tv that could not receive line of sight..
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
WORKS LIKE A CHARM
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NEEDED ANOTHER REMOTE FOR REPLACEMENT. LOVE THE LIGHTS FOR MOVIE NIGHT
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
works great
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my original remote got busted so i bought tis one just like it for my direct tv
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works
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Remote work perfectly just what I needed. Love the backlit buttons.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
love it!!
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I need an extra for the bedroom, I like the backlight!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Button layout
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
I hate it
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My wife says I'm crazy, but I hate this little thing. You push the button for the light and nothing happens. You push it again really hard and the light turns on. Unfortunately one of two other things usually happens. 1. The battery door pops off or 2. the thing flies out of your hand like a wet bar of soap. To add insult to injury, DTV had it for less than half the price ;{
The layout of the buttons takes getting used to. If the light came on easily I would probably like the unit. I gave it to my wife and I went back to using the DTV original.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Replacement Remote for Genie
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Rather than go through the whole process of ordering online and waiting to get a replacement remote from DirecTV, I opted for this model from my local Best Buy. It works great and has light up buttons. Love it!