Yes, as I said in my post number #58.

I have an auto hdmi switch with three ports, one for humax, one for blu ray player, and one for my Amazon FireTV. The FireTV is always on. My auto switch normally works anyway, but it is also a remote controlled switch. Therefore I added the switch as a device, and taught my harmony remote the 3 commands, one for each hdmi port. I then taught each activity (eg humax) which HDMI input to use on the switch (HDMI 1), and send out that command as part of the activity start up.

Finally, I've also added a command to the screen of my harmony 525 (although you could map it to any button on the remote) to send a command out to the specific switch on the HDMI auto switch. That way, if for whatever reason it doesn't switch successfully, you can press a button to get it to switch, without having to use help. This is particularly useful for the rest of the family, who despite telling a lot of times over a lot of years to "keep the remote pointed at the tv area until it stops flashing" don't. This way they can easily fix the problem.

Hope it helps. If you want to know anymore let me know. I've been using harmony remotes for years, with very awkward to program kit.

I was reading that there can be some issues if you have a device that is always on (like Apple TV) connected to a HDMI switch that can automatically switch? Have you encountered anything like that?

Very good point. I had forgotten about that! We changed our Humax remote to it's "alternative" IR set as there was a conflict with another device and the harmony learnt them happily.

Can't learn RF though, just in case anyone asks.

crabby

You don't need a compatible device that's in the list - mine isn't. Harmony's can control anything that use IR (infrared) - just use the learning function, add it as a device, then add that to an activity.

I've used mine to control lots of weird and wonderful stuff.

anyone know when this will be reduced again? :disappointed:(((
been waiting so long and always missed it :disappointed:((

missed it again

As there is a new version out will Logitech continue to support this model?

I use a different harmony with a switch and it's perfect... Go here to check compaibility https://support.myharmony.com/en-us/compatibility

crabby

Me too :smiley:

Deal is back on again as someone suggested it would be. So currently £84.99. Have just bought one.

Yes, have an old Panny plasma with only 1 HDMI input, and have a 3 port hdmi switch going into it. In theory the switch should auto switch, but doesn't always manage to do this (my FireTV is always on, so I guess that throws it off). I have built in a switch input command for each activity, just in case. I've also assigned a manual switch to the screen (of my beloved Harmony 525).

Really? Will need to keep my eye out. How do you see the up coming deals?

Back on lightening deal tomorrow (Tuesday) 10am

Only worthwhile if you have a complex setup with multiple devices interconnected. If you don't understand the potential benefits, it's probably not of you.

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​ me too
been waiting got a deal and missed it

​ how did you get the echo?

​I have the same question
anyone have an answer?

Does anyone use one of these to control a hdmi switch? Can you recommend please?

Ah! Crap missed this deal :disappointed: was looking to buy the other week. But can't justify the current £127

I have a Samsung TV, PS4, Roku3, VU+ Solo2, Harman Kardon receiver, everything working like a dream (apart from PS4, but it does not matter) Well worth that price!

Purchased this on the same lightning deal that ran last week, an excellent purchase and great piece of kit. Pretty easy to set up too using either a PC or the free Android/iPhone apps.

Would recommend totally.

Personally using it to control...

Samsung TV
Samsung Blu Ray/DVD Player
Sky+ HD
Bose Solo soundbar
Sony Playstation 4
Amazon Fire TV stick
Chromecast 2
Dyson cool fan

Appears to be 127.05 now

​how do you control a TV with just an Android app?

Have you got:
TV
AMP
SKY BOX
PS4
BLU-RAY
ANDROID BOX/MEDIA PLAYER
TV'S IN OTHER ROOMS

Thats 7 that I can think of, so get rid of 7 remotes and have one that will control everything.
They are worth every penny, but waiting for the 950 to drop

Missed it

What is so magical about this remote? Does it take the bunny out of hat? If you lost your remote then buying the replacement would be a lot cheaper then that. Pointless I think.. :neutral_face::neutral_face::confused::confused:

Cheers. Bought it as I've not had a basic Uni remote for 5+ Years. Had some leftover Amazon vouchers from QuidCo so paying much less than the current prime price.

Hoping it'll control most of the following:
42" Panny Plasma
19" LG LED
Yamaha SR-301 (sound bar/subwoofer/AV receiver)
Amazon Fire Tv
Virgin TiVo
PS4,Xbone,Mac

It does control the PS4, just isn't able to turn it on (which is what Sony denied access for). However once it's on, this remote can control your PS4.

Great price - I paid more than this just for the Harmony Hub to use with my Amazon Echo / Smartthings.

I'm tempted to get one and sell my Harmony Hub.

I've had replacement products from them, they don't even ask to see it destroyed any more.
I've had 3 mice and 1 Harmony replaced for fairly minor faults (scroll wheel rubber worn out... one button a bit 'squishy') without even returning the faulty items.

I'm not sure about the new FireTV stick but I'd be surprised if it wasn't supported by Logitech. Also the hub is connected to your home network and I think it is able to control some devices over WiFi.

We have this it's a great all in one remote but the battery doesnt last very long.

Thanks, I had no idea it could control a Fire TV, that's pretty interesting. I assumed Fire TV was controlled by Wifi direct and not bluetooth tbh. I know the newer Fire TV with voice remotes are Wifi so might not work with the hub.

Yes it can control both of those devices via the hub (which is included) that can control Bluetooth devices such as the PS3 and FireTV. I use it for both

This is a pretty good video on the remote from LinusTechTips, I was looking on youtube myself and was surprised to see it as he usually does PC stuff.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIlqz1vUb50

Yes. If you have a device that's not in their library, Logitech help you add all the codes manually, then add it to their database.

Ugh. Must... resist...

Huge fan of Logitech products, my Harmony One and my DiNovo Edge are both over five years old and working just about as well as they did new, which is the only reason I haven't already clicked buy. My brother even has the old Z-5500 5.1 speaker set which I never should have parted with, aside from the backlight on the receiver dying they're still stellar and must be eight to ten years old.

Never had to do it and don't know if they still do it, but I loved their practise of asking people to smash their defective product with a hammer, send a picture, and they'd send a new one right out. Quality company.

As far as I'm aware the Harmony can't control a PS3 or a Fire TV though.

£79ish with student discount thanks OP

https://support.myharmony.com/en-gb/compatibility

try this site to tell you

I read an article this morning which mentioned a beta test program for harmony remotes and amazon echo.
Eventually you may be able to voice control the remote.

Not sure if it applies to this remote, or whether echo will arrive in this country. Not sure about anything really, just thought I'd mention. move along ---->

https://www.engadget.com/2016/06/17/logitech-beta-testing-harmony-integration-with-amazon-echo/

i bought one years ago. it fell off the sofa & the screen cracked.
No way to buy a replacement screen back then.
I now use an old ipad.

In this day and age buy a cheap Android as a remote *moneysaver

My Harmony One was without a doubt the best tech purchase I ever made... Luckily when it died, they'd released the 950 and it frankly kicks the crap out of my beloved One.

It's got all those buttons media buttons the ultimate crazily put above the screen:



Only gripe is the lack of numbers... but the screen works really well and the family run on images these days.

crabby

Yes.
It's completely customisable, so you can have (for example) the channel buttons controlling the TV, whilst the volume does the audio and the play\pause for the PS3.
You can assign any button to do anything, for any device. I've not found a device which isn't built in to the software (it needs setting up on a PC), but if you do find a device it has a learning function too.
It's a good bit of kit - needs a bit of setup work, but once you have it, it really does replace all other remotes.

Edit: It doesn't control the PS4 though, if you're thinking of getting one of them. Sony denied access, annoyingly.

All the new ones have stupid design with not enough hard keys. The best model was the Logitech 900 it had hard keys for important stuff plus RF. I am tempted to try and pick up a 2nd hand one in case my current one fails.

Bought this remote, failed after 3 months, replacement sent by Logitech, failed after 1 month. Replacements only carry a 30 day warranty. I may be the unlucky one but I personally wouldn't buy one again.

It'll be a sad day when my Harmony One dies.
Might bury it in the garden with full military honours.

How many devices can the IR Blasters control? I can see that there are 2 IR Blasters that come with the hub, and only 2 sockets on the hub meaning that more can't be added?

Best purchase we've made in a long time, stops the wife complaining about all my remotes!

Never had a problem with my 650, used everyday, still has the original batteries, and years old now.
But needs replacing as the numbers are starting to wear off ha ha

Dreballs- Thank you very much, wasn't expecting a link. much appreciate/

I am sure you can use the touch screen for the numbers, its got a app for that ha ha

Awesome deal, thanks.

I use the numbers all the time to change channels, on Sky especially. I know they want me to put them into shortcuts on the touchscreen but nah I'm old fashioned ha.

I have a samsung TV.

My PS3, Fire TV, Vu+ Solo2 box are connected to the TV via the Yamaha Av receiver.

Would this remote allow me control all items?

Don't really use the buttons on my 650 come to think of it, Ha, just stupid why they put two important parts of a remote on opposite ends lol.
Great deal with the hub, but feel it will be a pain considering I use the volume, channel buttons and pause, rewind and fast forward all the time.

Can this be set up to control Nest? This is a lazy question as I haven't googled, but saw it controls Hue

^ Not sure why they thought it was good idea to remove all the numbers either :confused:

Just hoping my Harmony One never dies.

I know this seems a lot for a remote, but this really is a Rolls Royce of remotes. Best price for it too.

I am a harmony geek, but it beats me why they decided to put the volume, channel controls and pause and play buttons at opposite ends of the remote, I have never seen a sky or virgin remote like this, in-fact never seen it in Canada when I was there either.
Why could they not leave it looking like the old harmony one remote, but an updated look.
I am waiting for the 950 to drop as that looks like a normal remote. My 650 will do for now.

Good price for a great remote, simple to use and has good flexibility ime.

Great price considering it also includes the Hub.

Hub means it can be integrated into home automation systems like IFTTT

Harmony Site

price isnt live yet for non prime

As it's over £20 and sold by Amazon, wouldn't delivery be free for everyone?