Dear Neil
We have made use of the M1 and it does fill a niche. It is multi-level,
performs macros, has a very long battery life and appears to be
fairly robust. Its main problem is that the templates are fixed, so that
adding non-standard IR codes usually means adding your own
overlay, which restricts you to one level.
I have purchased a Pronto, but I haven't had time to evaluate it yet. It
does appear potentially to be a very useful device. It seems to be
becoming the IR interface of choice for 'smart house' installers in the
'lifestyle home' market, so it comes with a recommendation of sorts.
I'll let you know my conclusions, when I get the time to look at it.
cheers
Jeremy
> Dear Neil,
>
> Although not as versatile as the Pronto there are some similar IR learning
> devices produced by hi-fi manufacturers, for example Cambridge Audio's M1
> www.cambridgeaudio.com
>
> Regards,
>
> Jonathan
>
>
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> Jonathan Howe
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Neil Gregory [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: 28 June 2002 11:48
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> Subject: Pronto Remote Control
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> Dear All,
>
> Does anybody have experience with the Pronto remote control from Philips.
> This is what Innovations says about it:
> "The Philips Pronto doesn't just stand in for a few other remote controls
> like ordinary universals. The 2MB Pronto replaces your infrared handsets
> from TV and VCR to home automation products. Its full-size touchscreen and
> intuitive menu-driven interface make it incredibly easy to use; you can just
> dive in and explore its functions! Pronto already knows lots of command
> codes, but you can make it learn more by transmitting IR signals from other
> handsets into its 'learning eye'. It's also completely customisable and
> programmable, either by manual touchscreen inputting or via your computer
> (download software from Philips then connect Pronto to to PC using serial
> cable supplied).
> You can add devices and functions, relabel buttons, record your own
> one-touch macro command sequences, set timers, even personalise the screen.
> Uses 4 x AA batteries (included).
> 14 x 9 x 3cm. "This touchscreen remote is simply awesome..."
>
> http://www.pronto.philips.com/
>
> Are there equivalent device that people have seen or used?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Neil Gregory
> Clinical Engineer
> Access to Communication and Technology
> West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, England
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