Comments on: Logitech Harmony 880 Remote Control Review

By: Heriberto Zurich

Heriberto Zurich — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:27:09 +0000

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By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:28:09 +0000

Outstanding
This product couldn't be easier to setup and use. I was tired of constantly explaining to other family members how to use the TV and the various A/V components. The activity function to turn on the TV/Stereo/DVR with ONE button is a life saver. I no longer have to be on hand anytime some needs to watch the TV. It has also allowed me to throw away the comcast DVR remote wich is horrendous.

Logitech/Harmony deserve rewards for making the web interface and setups so incredibly easy. I have no idea how they accomplish this with the myriad of components and manufacturers, but despite the hefty price tag it's well worth it.

The only problem I have encountered so far is finding the easiest way to setup PIP w/my Sony Bravia. I have it programmed and working just not sure i have it setup in the most efficient manner.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 14:09:16 +0000

Harmony 880 Review
Great product and very easy to set up if you are replacing a previously owned or currently owned Logitech remote. I was reluctant due to other comments about the charger, but so far, mine has worked flawlessly. Great value.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 16:50:57 +0000

These are the BEST
I got this one (880)for my brother and once we got it programmed he loves it just as I expected he would. It has eliminated like 4 remotes to just this one. I originally got and still have and still love my (659) which I have had since 2002. I would definetly recommend any these remotes. THESE ARE THE BEST!

By: beaniebros

beaniebros — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 23:51:26 +0000

Works but flawed ergonomics
I had high hopes for this remote to empty the basket of remotes next to the media center. Now, it's just one of the 8 remotes in there.

Pros:
* Seems to work with most devices. Of course, my PS3 and Wii it does not.
* Appearance
* Feel in the hand is great
* Nice charging stand if you have the shelf space. My DirectTV control uses two AA that last a year. I think I'd rather have the shelf space back.
* Has the ability to setup multiple devices with one button push. The neat thing about this is that not only does it power the device on but switches the receiver to the proper input setting, etc.

Cons:
* Layout is horrible. The buttons you use the most (play, stop, forward, etc.) are under the palm of your hand when you hold the device. What were they thinking? You literally have to hold the remote in your finger tips to get at the buttons.
* Charger. My DirectTV control uses two AA that last a year. I think I'd rather have the shelf space back. Yes, the charger is a positive and a negative feature.
* The screen seems like a good idea but not so much. The pictures of this device always show pretty color pictures. Well, that's only on the main menu, when the pictures make it hard to read the text. Every device menu is several screens of plain text. You have to page through the text looking for the right control. For example, power off is usually on page 3. How weird is that?
* Extremely labor intensive to configure.
* Configuration is tied to their web site. That's horrible.
* Nobody in the house will use this remote but me because it's just easier to use the original remotes.
* Power cycling is flawed. The media room devices are left in various powered on states by other family members. The remote has only the option to toggle the power for devices it needs to turn on or off. It makes this decision by what the remote remembers was done last. Therefore, it turns devices off that should be on and vice versa.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 17:23:25 +0000

THE UNIVERSAL CHAMP OF REMOTES
If you have a home theater this remote is your ultimate solution to solving all your problems with your original remote controls.Yes say good bye to them.This universal remote will take care of all your audio devices up to fifteen units can be controlled with this one remote.It Has really made things easier for me to operate my home theater. One feature that’s nice is that it has A motion sensor,so when you pick up the remote, the colour lcd screen lights up automatically and comes on-no fumbling in the dark! The activitys feature of this remotes allows you to watch tv, watch dvd, or listen to cd and by pressing one button they will all power on and off. No one should have trouble with the initial setup. you need a computer (pc) to configure this remote control it comes with its own software to install on your pc. Write down your equipment model numbers, locate them on the Harmony website, and answer a few questions about your Home Theater configuration and the remote will know what to do! Also for people who need help they have staff on duty to help you set it up . I have been dealing with logitech for many years and this is one of there awsome products. The only thing it doesn’t work is my PS3 because that uses bluetooth. I have a feeling that an aftermarket IR adapter will come out to fix that though. Logitech constantly updates their database for new equipment so the remote won’t become obsolete when you add pieces to your home theater. I absolutely recommend this remote. BUY IT FROM AMAZON THEY HAVE THE BEST PRICES.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:17:12 +0000

Best Purchase in a long time!
I’ve had this item just about a week now, and it’s amazingly wonderful. While this is clearly a complex device, setup is easy. I was a bit confused following the directions at first and called customer support. The rep I spoke with was very knowledgeable, and got me up and running quickly. Based on this experience, I rate their customer support A+. The phone centers in India have come a long way. Go Bollywood! Once the rep got me over the first hurdle, I’ve been able to do complex programming of all my devices, from a 20 year-old Kenwood receiver, to an XM SkyFi unit, to a brand new Yamaha home theater receiver. The web interface is clear and easy to use. Now the Harmony is the only one I use, and I have a drawer full of old remotes! This is one very cool device…treat yourself, you deserve it!

By: thegreatco

thegreatco — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 01:49:08 +0000

Great Product
I have worked in Home Automation and let me tell you, the Harmony can be a blessing or a curse. There are other companies out there that will give you remotes that do similar things for less, but none are as easy to set up. If you have a simple system and a computer, this remote will knock your socks off. All you have to do is tell it what components you have and it does almost everything else. If you have anything complicated that requires something the software doesn’t expect, you are going to bang your head against the wall for hours. I bought this for my brother-in-law who has one of those DVD/Surround sound in a box things. Well, for some reason during activity changes, it would turn off the Surround Sound. This caused quite a headache and they stopped using it all together. Guess when he springs for real AV equipment I’ll reprogram it. Until then, my sister can’t watch TV without calling him.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:01:21 +0000

Defective Product
I purchased a new remote but the 0 button did not work out of the box. I called the tech support and we remapped the 0 button and found the remote to be defective. I then order a replacement and found the menu key to defective. There were other keys on the remote that would not work unless you pressed them firmly. I think this is a good product but the remote is not a high quality product. The remote should work out of the box!!!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 05:48:16 +0000

Great
Excellent remote. Easy to setup and use. I

tried a Pronto remote and never had it work as well as this remote.