Universal Remote Receiver
Juvencio Parise
I have been all over this forum, hue, smarthings and have spent countless hours on the web looking for a either a universal remote control w/receiver or just the receiver that fully integrations with bond with the following features:
Tried the Smartthings approach also and since no one sells a tasmota flashed ceiling fan controls either - there appears to be no solution currently that meets these requirements. All of their links are to products no longer for sale either
With my new Neo QLED 4K (2021) QN85 with the solar smart remote, I am unable to control the volume or mute my connected Sony AV Receiver STR-DE698. The receiver and the TV are connected via Optical cable and when I press the volume button to mute or press the button up or down to change volume, the image of the Optical device appears on the left side of the screen. My other remotes (Apple TV, Harmony Hub, Sony Receiver, and previous Sharp TV) all previously connected via optical cable do not have this problem. On the learn screen for the remote the buttons function correctly (although do nothing to change the volume)).
Home -> Source -> Universal Remote -> Universal Remote Setup -> New Device (e.g. Sony -> STR-DE698 - I had to enter the code and then scroll and scroll and scroll till my receiver model actually showed up) -> Select Home Theater Configuration -> Optical. And then it has you test On-Off, and I had to do that a couple times till the remote worked and since then the volume works for my receiver, BUT when I turn on the TV the receiver does not go on and does not go off when I turn the TV off. So, I have my old Logitech Hub remote set to turn the TV and receiver on and off, and that sets up Alexa to I don't use the remote to turn on/off the TV.
Samsung TV could control the volume going out via optical at least in PCM mode. Adding this feature to the firmware might be problematic due to the recent takeover of the company by Kim Jong-un's uncle.
I have recently had success with an inexpensive Mini RCA to HDMI converter bought on Amazon connecting my Sony STRAV500 to a 55-inch Samsung Q70A. Volume control with Samsung Smart TV SolarCell remote works perfectly.
These days, most TVs are hooked up to all sorts of external devices like gaming consoles, streaming services, Blu-ray players, and even set-top boxes. This can make it confusing when you want to turn on the TV or turn off a console - which remote should you be using? You can streamline the process by using just one remote to control your Smart TV and other devices. For instance, you can rely on your Samsung universal remote or Amazon Fire Stick to get the job done.
Samsung TVs available in stores and on our website come with a universal One Remote. The remote can control third-party devices that are connected to the TV via HDMI only. For instance, if a Blu-ray player or Xbox is connected via HDMI, you can point the universal remote at the Blu-ray player to begin controlling its functions!
First, connect an external device (such as a Blu-ray player) to an open HDMI port on your TV, and then turn on the external device. Your TV will automatically recognize the device when connected through HDMI, and will switch the source.
Press the Home button on your TV remote to access the Home Screen. Using the directional pad on the remote, navigate to Source. When the selector is placed over Source, the Source menu will appear.
Third-party remotes, such as Sony PlayStation controllers or an Amazon Fire Stick, can be used to control a Samsung TV as well. You can find the latest TV models on the Samsung Shop that support third-party controllers and remotes.
I have my TV connected to a Yamaha receiver RX-A1060. With the old TV I was able to turn on the receiver when I turned on the TV using the TV remote control (just clicking the TV turn on button it also turned on the receiver) and turning off the TV the receiver also turned off.
@DanielDias: Have you registered the Yamaha receiver to the TV via Home > Source > Universal Remote? If so, try checking the settings of the Yamaha receiver to see if there are any power link or sync options available.
Same issue here with new Q80T and Denon x4700H Have used this set up on hundreds of installs with no issue. Having to select sound output to HDMI E-ARC to power on receiver is unacceptable. Why won't Samsung address this?
So...I just got a Roku Ultra to try. My TV setup runs through an HDMI matrix, so my AV receiver and TV have no connection. The TV is just a monitor. Sound is only controlled by the AV Receiver. Imagine my surprise when I learned that Roku doesn't acknowledge the existence of AV receivers.
I have long given up on CEC and ARC. Neither of them are easy or reliable for my application. Can anyone recommend an aftermarket remote that can use RF to control the Ultra, and programmable IR buttons to control the AV Receiver and HDMI matrix?
The Logitech Harmony Companion is a universal remote that can control up to eight devices, including the Roku Ultra, AV receiver, and HDMI matrix. It uses RF technology to communicate with the included Harmony Hub, which can be placed inside a cabinet or other hidden location. The remote also has programmable IR buttons, which can be customized using the Logitech Harmony app.
The Logitech Harmony Companion remote also has additional features, such as voice control, smartphone app control, and the ability to create custom activities that control multiple devices with a single button press. It is compatible with thousands of devices from various brands, making it a versatile option for controlling your home entertainment system.
Other aftermarket remotes that can be considered include the Inteset INT-422 4-in-1 Universal RF Remote, the BroadLink RM4 Pro Universal Remote, and the Sevenhugs Smart Remote X. However, they may not offer the same level of customization and compatibility as the Logitech Harmony Companion.
If you have a handful of remotes you regularly juggle, and you have a smartphone, then the SofaBaton U2 is the best way to tame them. The SofaBaton U2 picks up the mantle left by the Logitech Harmony remotes, pairing simple programming with excellent ease of use. While the more-expensive Logitech 665 offers more power -- including the ability to program more sophisticated macros or "activities" -- the SofaBaton is the best universal remote for most people. Also note that you can save a few bucks by activating the instant coupon on the product page.
Logitech Harmony wrote the book on the universal remote control devices, and this remote is still very good despite being discontinued. The main appeal over cheaper universal remotes, including the Sofbaton U2, is the activity-based control. Press the "Watch TV," "Play Game" or "Listen to Music" and the Logitech Harmony remote turns on all the relevant devices (such as your smart TV, cable box game console and AV receiver), switches to the right inputs and maps the keys to that activity: Volume to the receiver and Channel up-down to the cable box, for example.
If you have a Roku streaming device and it lacks the ability to control your TV, the Voice Remote Pro may be worth the investment. This clicker isn't universal -- it only works with Roku streamers -- it will control volume, power and mute on pretty much any brand of TV, so you might not need the TV's original clicker at all.
The coolest feature of the Voice Remote Pro is the voice-activated remote finder. Just say "Hey Roku, find my remote" and it will beep from among the couch cushions (or wherever you left it). The Pro also has a headphone jack for private listening and works with Roku's voice system.
Much like the Roku Voice Remote Pro, the Fire TV version is designed to work with Fire TV streaming devices, allowing control of connected TVs' volume, power and mute. It's not actually universal, aside from the fact that it controls most brands of TV. We didn't like the Fire TV's remote finder function as much -- it requires a separate Alexa device to work -- but otherwise the two are very similar.
The wacky Cube is a mashup of universal remote controls, the Fire TV 4K streamer and Amazon Echo speaker, making it the king of your smart home devices. It comes with a device but its buttons are sparse and rudimentary; real device control happens via your voice. The Cube has an IR emitter to control your gear and a mic sensitive enough to hear your commands over the blare of music. On the downside, you'll need to keep your old remotes (even ones that aren't smart) around for many functions.
External universal radio receiver kit includes the external receiver, (1) multibutton remote control (part# 35666R), transformer and necessary wiring. Compatible with all manufacturer and model garage door openers.
Hi all, I've read some very mixed reviews on Harmony Elite, and am still not entirely sure after reading through the threads on what portions of it may or may not be possible to reliably integrate with HE. I would prefer not having cloud dependency.
My A/V equipment, AppleTV and BluRay sources are in an equipment room about 30 feet from the couch. I have separate RF remotes for them, plus IR for the TV in the room, which is obviously annoying; one for turn on tv, one for turn on receiver and adjust volume, one for the source, and if that source is the AppleTV with its horrible remote, it's just an overall frustrating experience.
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