A leader in the home entertainment industry, Logitech continues to push the boundaries with the Harmony 1000 Advanced Universal Remote. The Harmony 1000 Universal Remote is able to control over 100,000 devices from a large touch screen.

Not an Ordinary Remote

The 1000 Advanced features a 3.5-inch color touch screen for activity-base control. Unlike a standard remote, pressing an activity button automatically activates all of the required components in the correct order and adjusts the settings accordingly. Even better, no macro programming is required. To the left of the screen is a navigational wheel and volume/channel buttons. The power button is recessed in the upper-left corner.
As for the enclosure, the screen is surrounded with a glossy black border, while the rest of the unit is wrapped in a matte metal cover.

Tough Enough?

Due to the relatively large size of the remote, we found that it could take a few hits. What makes this remote even more reliable is the dual use of radio frequency (RF) and infrared (IR) technology. This means that the remote is able to broadcast through walls and furniture. This not only makes for a simpler experience, but the constant connection ensures that the complex steps involved in an activity command aren’t disrupted.

It Really is That Easy

We found that the use of large, colorful icons makes the Harmony 1000 Advanced a great remote for the technologically-impaired. The touch screen was very responsive and rarely missed a beat. The buttons are hard and ensure a consistent response, whereas rubber buttons can suffer from the occasional missed input.

Battery Life: I Think I Can, I Think I Can…

The Harmony 1000 Advanced uses a durable lithium-ion battery for extended use. The remote comes with an easy-to-use dock that ensures the remote will always be fully charged and easy to locate in a crowded media room.

Overflowing with Features

The Harmony 1000 Advanced includes patented Logitech Smart State technology that is able to track the operation of 15 devices simultaneously for maximum performance and precise control.

Can’t run a DVD or play a CD? No sound? Dim picture? The 1000 Advanced is able to troubleshoot problems directly on the remote, simply by pressing the “Help” button.
In many cases, the most difficult aspect of a universal remote is the programming. In a standard remote, additional devices are added by the use of three-digit codes or the signals are learned manually. In the 1000 Advanced, the process begins by installing the software on your PC or Mac. After connecting the remote to the computer, the management suite will start and automatically update the code database. Once the database has been updated, the program asks a series of questions and proceeds to upload all of the required configuration files. Nearly every piece of equipment is supported, with over 4,500 brands and over 150,000 individual components.

Outstanding Advantages

• Big 3.5-inch screen
• Use of bold colors and large icons
• Activity-based control
• “Help” button for easy, instant troubleshooting
• Prominent, well-designed dock ensures a constant charge
• Smart State feature allows simultaneous tracking of 15 components
• Large database of 150,000+ components
• Automatic update upon computer connect
• RF technology ensures connection through walls and a 100 foot range

Small Drawbacks

• Setup wizard can encounter the occasional hiccup
• Glossy black border attracts fingerprints
• Screen can smudge easily

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Logitech Harmony 1000 Remote Control Review, 4.3 out of 5 based on 4 ratings

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