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Universal Remote RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control
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Product Highlights
- RF Wireless Capability
- One-Touch MacroPower Function
- Punch Through Functionality
- Convenient IR Learning
- SimpleSound Technology
- Instant Channel Access
- Customizable LCD Screen
- Control up to 10 Devices
- 5-Way Thumb-Pad
- Back-lit Keys
The advent of affordable, very intuitive remote controlling is at your fingertips with the Universal Remote RF-20 Master Control. Designed for both home theater pundits and home entertainment enthusiasts in mind, this universal remote control offers the ability to transmit in either IR or RF wireless technologies. When used in conjunction with the (optional) MRF-100 RF receiver, you can finally close your entertainment doors, conceal your system components and their messy wires, and still maintain full control within a 100' range. With its MacroPower function, you can turn your entire entertainment system "on" or "off" with one-touch control. In addition, it features the ability to control up to 10 devices and any brand with the built-in extensive infrared database.
It features convenient infrared learning (up to 720 commands), easy access commands, up to a 50' IR transmitting range, 432 macro buttons, back-lit keypad, Punch Through functionality, instant access to 40 channels, and a customizable LCD screen. Now you can finally put away all your remote controls and replace them with one stylish, powerful controller, the RF-20.
- RF Wireless Control
- With an optional PowerBlaster (RF receiver), enjoy total home control and multi-room wireless and wired remote control capabilities. Offering the ability to control out-of-sight components within a 50-100' operation range. It's capable of transmitting multi-directional RF signals through walls, doors, and floors - your entertainment choices are virtually endless with the RF-20.
- One-Touch MacroPower Control
- Put away all of your remotes and enjoy easy, one-touch activity access to your home-entertainment system. You have the ability to customize up to 432 one-touch macro buttons (with up to 190 commands each) that accommodates your entertainment needs. One simple press of a programmed macro triggers a series of commands such as turning on the right components in the right order.
- Punch Through Functionality
- Punch Through functionality allows additional programming to enhance transport control, channel control, and on-screen display control.
- SimpleSound Technology
- Dynamic SimpleSound technology that offers total volume control over all the devices within your system.
- Convenient IR Learning
- When device codes are not included in the on-board database, they can always be learned from the original remote, simply by pointing to it.
- Customizable LCD Screen
- Enjoy the convenience of customizing your screen preference with your favorite device and function labels.
- 10-in-1 Control
- Consolidate all your remotes into a single remote; it enables operation of up to 10 devices (i.e., TV, VCR, DVD/CD Players, Cable Set Top Boxes, Satellite Receivers, TiVo and other DVRs, Audio Components, Tape Decks, Multimedia PCs, XM Radio, iPod, X-Box, Lighting Controls, and more).
- Favorite Channel Access
- The RF-20 enables instant access to your top 40 favorite channels with the press of one button, without the need to remember or punch-in a channel number. Also, it features a 5-way thumb-pad for quick scrolling through menus and commands.
- Child Lock Function
- This function prevents the unauthorized use of the remote by young children; blocking all operations on the RF-20.
- Ergonomic Design
- The RF-20 is specifically designed to be used with only one hand. Its vertical alignment results in an easy, single-handed operation.
Go To
| Remote | |
|---|---|
| IR Signal | Yes |
| IR Learning | Yes (720 commands) |
| RF Signal | Yes, with optional RF extender |
| RF Channels | Yes, with optional RF extender |
| RF Frequency Range | 418MHz |
| Operating Distance |
RF: 50-100' (15-30 m) IR: 30-50' (9-15 m) |
| Max Controlled Devices | 10 |
| Memory | Yes |
| Convenience | |
|---|---|
| LCD Size | 0.8 x 1.8" (22.2 x 45.7mm) WxH |
| Resolution | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Touch Screen | No |
| Display Colors | No |
| LCD Backlight | Yes |
| Button Backlight | Yes |
| Macro Capability | Yes, up to 432 each with up to 190 commands |
| Connector | No |
| Audio | No |
| Digital Media Slot | No |
| General | |
|---|---|
| System Requirements | N/A |
| Battery Type | 4x AAA Batteries |
| Battery Life | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.5 x 2.5 x 1" (215.9 x 63.5 x 25.4mm) |
| Weight | 8 oz (226.7g) w/batteries |
| Color | Black |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 29 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (24)
- Easy to program (23)
- Nice features (17)
- Nice button configuration (16)
- Ergonomic (13)
Cons
- Not enough features (3)
Best Uses
- Replacement (11)
- Upgrade (10)
- High-end equipment (7)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Tech savvy (14), Practical (10), Professional (6), Gearhead (5)
- Primary use:
- Personal (27)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great value, pretty rugged
This was a replacement of the same; our twin 6 yr old boys broke the light switch (not serious) after 1 yr and the infrared transmitter (oh oh! needed for TV) after ...Read complete review
This was a replacement of the same; our twin 6 yr old boys broke the light switch (not serious) after 1 yr and the infrared transmitter (oh oh! needed for TV) after 3 years of fighting over, throwing, dropping, sitting on the remote.
For those who hide equipment in a closet and need an RF remote extender but don't want to spend $hundreds, this model is a value leader. Far less expensive than other RF remotes (e.g. from Universal, Harmony) but has almost all the function you can think of. Works well with most of my equipment, some aged, most with just published codes.
Battery lasts a long time. Display not clear enough, and button's not big enough, for Grandmas. Doesn't pick up all the functions and shows incorrect functions for some pre-programmed component, but can be manually, though tediously, edited.
Tip: You can't definitively switch the input on TV's which don't have one button per input (Like at least some Panasonic Viera's, which uses a round robin input button) using a macro, since this or probably any other universal remote - doesn't know on which component the TV is currently set and how many times to press the input button to get to a specific input. Switching inputs through a component that does have a separate button per component (e.g. some HTIB or most HDMI-switching receivers) is one way to use macros to power on the TV, switch to the component (like a DVD), turn on the DVD, turn on the receiver, switch the receiver sound to DVD).
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Most Liked Negative Review
Great Product! Not So Great Support ...
I bought two of these to replace other universal remotes made by the same manufacturer. If I was rating the product by itself, I'd give it 5 stars! Easy to program and easy to...Read complete review
I bought two of these to replace other universal remotes made by the same manufacturer. If I was rating the product by itself, I'd give it 5 stars! Easy to program and easy to use. The codes for my cable boxes, receivers, and TV's were built right in and the unit quickly learned the required commands my other components. But Universal's customer support sucks! I emailed them to ask if this unit was compatible with the RF receiver of theirs that I've had for a number of years. Still waiting for a response - I doubt I'll ever get one. Great product for the money! Too bad Universal doesn't support it properly!
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Pros
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I like it better then the more expensive Harmony 890. Took just minutes to setup.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Ergonomic Design
- Nice Button Configuration
- Nice Features
Cons
Best Uses
- High-End Equipment
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
For 3 years i have used the old model made by the same compnay and I have the IR treansiver that controlls 5 devices.Back in the day remote like this use to cost $300.00.It was surprising to me how easy was to set up all evices I have the databse in the remote contains old and new models- Surprising.The remote is much smaller and futs in one hand so you do not need two hands to operate the unit. There are allot more features that I am yet to look trough.Recomend it to any one that is looking for IR remore.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Program
Cons
Best Uses
- Replacement
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I bought two of these to replace other universal remotes made by the same manufacturer. If I was rating the product by itself, I'd give it 5 stars! Easy to program and easy to use. The codes for my cable boxes, receivers, and TV's were built right in and the unit quickly learned the required commands my other components. But Universal's customer support sucks! I emailed them to ask if this unit was compatible with the RF receiver of theirs that I've had for a number of years. Still waiting for a response - I doubt I'll ever get one. Great product for the money! Too bad Universal doesn't support it properly!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Ergonomic Design
- Nice Button Configuration
- Nice Features
Cons
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
This has been a great addition to my home entertainment arsenal. The only drawback is that it is not as intuitive for my wife and daughter to operate.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Nice Features
Cons
- Not Enough Features
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
Pretty easy to set up. I had some issues with getting it to program but I got it working to my satisfaction. For the price, this is a good value. Great to use for its RF capability.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Nice Button Configuration
Cons
Best Uses
- Replacement
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I bought a Universal brand remote R50 to replace a Universal Automator remote. I returned it because the keys wrere to close together in the center and it would bump out of the Guide etc.
I bought 2 new RF-20 remotes which are exactly the same layout as my old Automator.
It works very well.There were a few things I didn't like but overall good.
I prefer to put everything in with the learning method so I can arrange the LCD screen the way I want.Can clone, R50 you can't.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Ergonomic Design
- Great signal strength
- Nice Button Configuration
- Nice Features
Cons
- Very poor back lighting
- Very poor battery life
Best Uses
- High-End Equipment
- Replacement
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
We use this product daily. Very powerful RF range. Was very easy to reprogram. Very well priced for a replacement.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Nice Features
Cons
- Not Enough Features
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I love it
excellent quality
too many buttons
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Program
- Nice Features
Cons
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I bought this to replace a four year old RF 20. I already had the power blaster and the new remote is compatible. The original remote needed replacement as the signal produced was weaker and the "0" did not work anymore. Another post made a similar comment. Programming was easy as you can clone the old programs to the new remote. For the price this is hard to beat however if it lasts only four years again I may have to consider alternatives.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Price
Cons
- Lack of durability
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I got mine about 4 years ago and had the same problems as another reviewer (fading signal and inoperative buttons) however based on the alternatives this remote does what is advertised and is far less expensive.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Ergonomic Design
- Nice Button Configuration
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
This is my second remote - i purchased the first one about 4 years ago (so got about 4yrs of use from it) - the signal started fading and some of the buttons stopped working so they recommended i purchase a new one - I love the RF functionality and at [$] dollars you cant beat the price (worth the money)Easy to program and pretty customizable without being overly complicated.Does the same as the $250+ remotes which need an electrical engineering degree to operate...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Ergonomic Design
- Nice Features
Cons
- Incompatible
Best Uses
- High-End Equipment
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
hi
i bought the RF20 since i wanted one remote for all my appliance, i didn't want to invest a lot of money and i wanted something the received good reviews.
After 4 hours of playing with it i can say not that i am very pleased with the device, very simple and easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Nice Button Configuration
- Nice Features
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- High-End Equipment
- Replacement
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I've had it for a little over a week now. I can't believe people complain about setup. It took me less than 10 minutes to program the controller with my TV, Cable box, and Denon Receiver. Most of that time was spent watching the DVD. I even had time to setup the macros function, which allows you to turn on/off all three components with the press of one button. You can't beat the price for the level of functionality. Great controller.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
- High-End Equipment
- Replacement
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
excellent product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Ergonomic Design
- Nice Features
Cons
Best Uses
- Replacement
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
Product [...] worked properly and was the lowest price of any comparable sales company. I am totally 100% satisfied and will look to purchase additional items from B&H in the future.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Ergonomic Design
- Great value
- Nice Button Configuration
- Nice Features
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
This was a replacement of the same; our twin 6 yr old boys broke the light switch (not serious) after 1 yr and the infrared transmitter (oh oh! needed for TV) after 3 years of fighting over, throwing, dropping, sitting on the remote.
For those who hide equipment in a closet and need an RF remote extender but don't want to spend $hundreds, this model is a value leader. Far less expensive than other RF remotes (e.g. from Universal, Harmony) but has almost all the function you can think of. Works well with most of my equipment, some aged, most with just published codes.
Battery lasts a long time. Display not clear enough, and button's not big enough, for Grandmas. Doesn't pick up all the functions and shows incorrect functions for some pre-programmed component, but can be manually, though tediously, edited.
Tip: You can't definitively switch the input on TV's which don't have one button per input (Like at least some Panasonic Viera's, which uses a round robin input button) using a macro, since this or probably any other universal remote - doesn't know on which component the TV is currently set and how many times to press the input button to get to a specific input. Switching inputs through a component that does have a separate button per component (e.g. some HTIB or most HDMI-switching receivers) is one way to use macros to power on the TV, switch to the component (like a DVD), turn on the DVD, turn on the receiver, switch the receiver sound to DVD).
Pros
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Nice Features
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I have an Onkyo surround sound system, Direct TV service, and a Panasonic LCD TV.
I've tried the cheap stuff and gave up on universal remotes. Then I saw this, the reasonable price, and great reviews and thought I'd give it a try.
Directions are great! Functionality is amazing. I push one button and all my equipment turns on or off. Favorites function makes looking for shows very easy. Speaking of easy, programming is very straight forward. (Be sure and follow the directions though.) It's like I have rediscovered my entertainment system. How did I ever live without this thing!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Ergonomic Design
- Nice Button Configuration
- Nice Features
Cons
- So easy my kids figured i
Best Uses
- Replacement
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
Very easy to set up. The macro on and off is a real time saver.wide sweep for the remote to work. Programming buttons from another remote could not be easier
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Program
- Easy To Set Up
- Ergonomic Design
- Nice Button Configuration
- Nice Features
Cons
Best Uses
- High-End Equipment
- Replacement
- Upgrade
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
comfortable grip, love the learn feature, good bang for the buck.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Cloning
- Easy To Program
- Ergonomic Design
- Nice Button Configuration
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about RF-20 Master Control Universal Remote Control:
I have been using Universal Remotes for years now. The RF20 is both easy and powerfull and you can use it with the MRF100B radio repeater to control your equipment that is in a closet. [...]
- Primary use:
- Personal
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