|
|
|
The following page was printed from RemoteCentral.com:
User reviews for the Radio Shack 15-2133 Kameleon from Radio Shack. |
| Ratings | Reviews | MSRP (USD) |
Average: 3.82/5.00 Median: 4.33/5.00 | 100 | $59 |
This sleek six-device remote features a brand new technology that only illuminates the commands available for the selected device on its colored touch-sensitive panel. Includes learning capabilities and basic macros.
Find universal remotes at: | |
|
|
Navigation: [ < Previous|Next > ] Now viewing user reviews page 5 of 15 for the Radio Shack 15-2133 Kameleon remote.
|
|
Written by Triple-D from Essen, Germany. The reviewer has used this remote control for 1-3 months. |
Review 72 made on Sunday February 1, 2004 at 8:06 PM. |
Strengths: |
Weaknesses: |
|
Review: | I got this very stylish device a view weeks ago and it replaces 7 remotes of my home entertainment system.
It's called One for All Kameleon 6/URC-8060 in Germany, but it's the same device as the US Radio Shack 15-2133 Kameleon .
Programming was no problem. Although some devices were not listed in the database, there were alternative devices which fitted to the original ones. Because only genral commands are supported, I had to manually learn some extra functions to unused keys of the remote, just like display mode, counter reset, auto monitor etc.
What I don't understand is why for some devices (especially the DVD) some unused buttons as well as the second menu page are not available to program, while for other devices (e.g. TV) they are.
Because you can't label the keys, I had to take notes on a paper to remember wich button does which function. It's something like a crossword puzzle to learn :)
The remote works fine in that way that almost all commands work correct, execpt for a few commands concerning my TV (Loewe Aventos 3970ZW) and DVD (Yamaha DVD-S540).
The film keyboard ist very sticky (takes few seconds untill pressed key is relocked).
Illumination is very nice, but during illumination the device buzzes. The main problem with the illumination is that it is almost always active, due to the motion sensor which is very sensitive. Already walking in the room or touching the table causes the remote to illuminate. Therefore I keep it on a pillow of my sofa.
Another problem is that when the remote is just on the table, you can't press any buttons which are located on the left and right border of the remote, because of the curved bottom.
Changing batteries is complicated bacause the battery door is locked with a screw. Why that?
All in all I'm not very satsisfied with this remote because of inaccesible menus, failing commands and because I find out that I prefer hard buttons instead of sensor buttons. So I just orderd the URC MX-700 and hope that it will satisfy me. |
|
Quality: | Features: | Value: |
|
|
|
Written by David S from California, CA. The reviewer has used this remote control for 1-3 months. |
Review 71 made on Thursday January 29, 2004 at 8:55 PM. |
Strengths: |
Weaknesses: |
|
Review: | It took me 30 minutes of attempted set-up to exceed the memory capabilities of this device -- even for components that I had codes for. This remote can only hold 25 learned codes total - it can't replace more than 2-3 other remotes for real world use.
I have 5 components to control (TV, DVD, CD, HT Receiver, SAT). I used the pre-programmed codes for the DVD and HT Receiver, but needed to add additional common functions (e.g., input selection for receiver). I maxed out the memory with these two components alone. I had to wipe out the memory completely (which was a pain), and pick a few limited additional buttons. Of course, that meant I had to reach for my OEM remotes often -- THIS IS NOT A REPLACEMENT UNIVERSAL REMOTE!
Next up was my CD player, which did not have a preprogrammed code available. I quickly realized that there weren't enough total memory slots (25) to program even the basic buttons.
It is a foregone conclusion that if you have a home theater system, there is no way the Kameleon can replace your remotes.
The display is very cool and not hard get used to. Large button areas made big thumbs a non-issue.
Bottom line -- it needs double the learning memory to function as a real-world entry-level learning remote, and maybe 3x to 4x to truly replace 5-6 remotes and work in a home theater system. |
|
Quality: | Features: | Value: |
|
|
|
Written by Bill J. from CA, USA. The reviewer has used this remote control for 1-3 months. |
Review 68 made on Monday January 12, 2004 at 3:44 PM. |
Strengths: |
Weaknesses: |
|
Review: | Great realization of an idea whose time has been overdue for a while now. Programming it may be a bit cumbersome for those with many devices or devices non-standard (by the product developers' definition.
BUT, the biggest weakness by far--and a big enough one to dissuade all but the most motivated user-- is the device's outrageous appetite for power. Do not expect matteries to last longer than a couple of weeks, or even just a few days if you have dogs, because they seem to have used Viagra in the motion-detection Power switch. This thing turns on when a slight breeze blows across it! For goodness sakes, designers, put an on/off switch on the darned thing! But, if you're like me and still want to use it,keep four AAAs on the recharger all the time. Sheesh, what a bummer, the best UI since Tivo and anyone without Dilithium crystals is headed to the poorhouse upon purchase. |
|
Quality: | Features: | Value: |
|
|
|
Navigation: [ < Previous|Next > ] Now viewing user reviews page 5 of 15 for the Radio Shack 15-2133 Kameleon remote.
|
|
|
|