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The editors liked
Programming software is easy to use. Configuring the remote takes about an hour
Not days. Remote comes with charger and wireless extender. Has a Help button to fix occasional problems.
Logitechs first universal learning remote to incorporate both IR (infrared) and RF (radio frequency) wireless operation includes a rechargeable battery and docking station
An RF base station
A DVR-friendly button layout and backlit keys. As with oth...
Easy to program
Lots of features and functionality
Very easy setup
Advanced options for those that like to “play
” fantastic software
Excellent compatibility
The Harmony 890 offers easy programmability for even complicated systems
Access to the world's largest database of remote codes
Remote can learn IR codes
Rechargeable battery and docking station included
RF relay included
Plenty of backlit hard buttons and eight additional buttons per screen available for each device or activity
The editors didn't like
Fast-forward
Play
And rewind buttons could be better placed. Wireless extender must be connected to your PC during programming. Codes occasionally do not get sent.
Compared to the IR-only 880
The Logitech Harmony 890 is pricey. Its Web interface may intimidate nontechie users
And it lacks the Wi-Fi connectivity thats beginning to appear on some rival high-end remotes.
399 MSRP is expensive
Remote buttons feel a bit cheap
Display is dim and lacks vibrant color
Pricey [eminimall]
Some will find $350 too pricey for a remote
Lacks some of the cool factor of a touch screen
Lacks capability to control devices via RS232 (I'd like an RF to RS232 addon device).
Published: 2006-05-17, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
Logitechs first universal learning remote to incorporate both IR (infrared) and RF (radio frequency) wireless operation includes a rechargeable battery and docking station, an RF base station, a DVR-friendly button layout and backlit keys. As with oth...
Compared to the IR-only 880, the Logitech Harmony 890 is pricey. Its Web interface may intimidate nontechie users, and it lacks the Wi-Fi connectivity thats beginning to appear on some rival high-end remotes.
While it isnt perfect, the Logitech Harmony 890 should be near the top of your list if youre in the market for a sub-$400 RF remote that can operate equipment thats hidden behind cabinets or closet doors.
