Product Description

easy Internet-based setup * 3.5" color touchscreen LCD * learns IR codes from existing remote controls * USB cable and software included * built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery *

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Product Details

• Color: Silver
• Brand: Logitech
• Model: 966230-0403
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 5.00 pounds

Features

• Simply touch one icon and the Harmony remote will power on all the necessary components
• Large, color icons and backlit buttons ensure an entirely new level of ease and functionality
• Simply connect the Harmony 1000 to your computer, and the wizard guides you through the entire set-up process
• No need to worry about power with the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. The handy recharging stand ensures that the unit is always powered up and easy to find
• Control everything from HDTVs to PVR/DVRs, from laser discs to VCRs, even lighting controls! Logitech's online database now includes 4500+ brands and 150,000+ IR devices

From the Manufacturer
The essential center of your entertainment system. Say "Goodbye" to the wasted time and endless frustration of multiple remotes controlling multiple devices, and say hello to one single, easy-to-use device with a cool new shape. The Harmony 1000 remote control, with its engaging and logical interface, simplifies even the most complex programming functions. Logitech's patented Smart State technology® makes it possible to seamlessly control up to 15 separate components with just one touch. Programming your HDTV? The Harmony 1000's color display makes it easy to control even the aspect ratio and sound modes. And, you can do it all without direct line-of-sight, since the Harmony sends both infrared (IR) and radio frequency (RF).

1. Easy to set up:
Just connect your Harmony remote to your computer and the Web wizard walks you step-by-step through a simple set up. Enter in your model numbers for your components, then answer a few easy questions about how you "Watch TV" or "Watch a DVD" You'll be controlling even the most complex system without any of the hassles of elaborate macro-programming.

2. Easy to use:
The Harmony Remote is the world's only remote with Smart State Technology® activity control. Just press one of the Activity buttons, such as "Watch TV" or "Listen to Music," and your Harmony Remote automatically sets up your entertainment system, without you ever having to program a "macro."

3. Easy to get help:
With the Harmony remote, you don't have to know anything about your entertainment system to operate it. No sound? No picture? No problem! There's even a handy "HELP" button to guide you through simple troubleshooting and get you back in control.

4. Never out of date: 
The Harmony Remote device database is constantly updated with new components and fine-tuned settings.  Simply connect it to your computer using its USB interface, and your remote is updated automatically! 

See It For Yourself
Take a product tour [Flash]

Learn how easy it is to get a Harmony remote to work with devices that make up your home entertainment system. By selecting this link, you can take a product tour of the device's capabilities, as well as seeing just how easy it is to set up the Harmony 1000 for your particular home system.

Features

One-touch activity controls Simply touch one icon and the Harmony remote will power on all the necessary components.		Easy-to-use 3.5” touch screen Large, color icons and backlit buttons ensure an entirely new level of ease and functionality.		Computer-based set-up Simply connect the Harmony 1000 to your computer, and the wizard guides you through the entire set-up process.
Rechargeable No need to worry about power with the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. The handy recharging stand ensures that the unit is always powered up and easy to find.		World's largest A/V control database Your Harmony 1000 will control everything from HDTVs to PVR/DVRs, from laser discs to VCRs—even lighting controls! Logitech's online database now includes 4500+ brands and 150,000+ IR devices — and the list is growing every day.		Control of devices through cabinets, walls, and floors With a wireless range of 100 feet, the Harmony RF Wireless Extender (sold separately) allows control of devices without a line of sight.

System Requirements

For Windows® systems: Microsoft Windows 2000, ME, or XP, USB port, CD-ROM drive, Internet access. For Macintosh® systems: Mac OS X 10.3 or later, USB port, CD-ROM drive, Internet access.

What's In The Box

Logitech® Harmony® 1000 remote control, charging station, USB cable, AC Adapter, Lithium-ion battery, Installation CD, Installation guide, 1-year warranty.

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Customer Reviews

Good luck with firmware updates.
This is hands down the absolute worst product I've purchased in years. I have the Harmony 880. That remote works and works well. Here are my concerns with the Harmony 1000.

1. Firmware updates. Out of the box, the unit did not work. I installed the battery, it tried to boot and hanged on the logitech startup screen. Since the owner's manual is largely useless, I searched the internet to find a Safe Mode which the device can boot to. (Hold the power key button and plug in the battery) In Safe Mode I was finally able to manually flash the firmware. However, even this method took several attempts. In addition, asking to update the firmware via the Logitech software seems to reliably breaks the unit. Afterwhich, you'll need to go back and flash the firmware again via Safe Mode.


2. The battery life is about 1 useful night. After one night, the battery will indicate it's empty. Mind you, I'm not channel surfing and the backlight timer for the LCD is set to the absolute minimum time.

Overall it's nice when it works; however, the price tag absolutely does not outweigh the cons. Perhaps future firmware updates will correct some of the issues. However, the latest firmware version (5.0) does not correct key usability concerns. I cannot use this product nor would I recommend it.

In short the old Harmony 880 is a great remote. Decent battery life, reliably works. The Harmony 1000 is an overpriced, under developed, rushed to market heap of slag.

Wonderful!
Pros:
-you can control just about EVERYTHING with this little gadget
-the touchscreen is very responsive
-side hard buttons are firm, and can be easily "memorized" for quick control of volume, selection, muting...
-the two side panels on each side of the screen, have self-explanatory buttons, that will match the "most common" buttons that you have on you DVD, PVR, Digital Cable...remotes!
-you can program the screen color and your favorite (you can even put small broadcaster pictures in) television channels
-the main menu controls are easy to use...calibration, volume, brightness, and if you want to put the "Help" menu on the screen

-The battery LAST A LONG TIME...don't believe the other reviews that say it last only a few hours to one day!!!!

**The best thing about this remote, is its Help function**
-If anything goes wrong, like you accidently turned off the TV (or something like that), or the incorrect input/output is on, the remote will ask you if you need help, and will go step-by-step, asking you simple questions...like:
"Is the TV on?...Is the Home Theatre System on?...Is the Home Theatre System set to HDMI II?..."

I'm able to control my:
-Cable
-DVD
-Home Theater System (for music)
-Windows Media Player on my laptop
(I have not tried the radio)

In addition, the remote's program on the computer is very user friendly. You can easily add and remove appliances, and events (Watch TV).


Cons:
-The only con I can think about is that about once every month, the remote freezes, before you turn it on...ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS plug it into the computer and update it...it only "freezes" because it needs to be updated...

THIS IS DEFINITELY WORTH THE MONEY...I had 5 remotes on my coffee table...now I just have one!

Best Remote I've Owned
I've reviewed all the reviews of this Harmony model. And, here's the upshot. The set up may be the hardest thing to overcome with new users. And I suspect that the problems most users have is with the software, not the device. By that I mean all of the upper series Harmony remotes operate on the same principal: you charge the remote; you install the software on a pc connected to the Internet; you connect the remote via a USB cord (supplied)to the PC (or laptop). Then you log onto the free Logitech you created when you installed the software; you list the model numbers and brand of the devices you will control with the remote; and setup the activity you wish to perform (watch TV, watch Blu-ray). This last one may confuse some as they think you tell select the device, but in actuality, you wan to select and activity and have the remote turn on or off all the devices associated with the activity you wan to perform. Once done, save your settings and then it will reboot and initialize the remote and 99% if not 100% of the buttons on your original device remote will also appear on the nice color screen for you to access. It even has a provision to add buttons, ir even learn buttons on your original remote to ensure you get everything you had with the original remote. So, this is the "leanring curve" and once you do it and understad it, it's simple form then on.

Now, I did this very same thing with the same software when I had the Harmony 880. When I bought the 1000, I was mildly surprised..and delighted to find that it had not changed and all I had to do was change my remote listed from the 880 to the 1000.

The 1000 works as advertised..perfectly. If you get impatient and forget to point the remote toward your tv/devices for the few seconds it requires to initialize and turn on all your devices for a particular activity, then you can just press help and it will guide you through a couple of questions about what is on or off and once you select the right answer, the remote will fix them accordingly. So simple and intuitive. If, by chance, you have devices hidden behind cabinet doors, then add the remote extender to ensure the signal can reach each device. If your devices are plainly visible and near the TV, then you won't need an extender.

And did I state that this remote just looks..well..cool? Great display..classy look and light feel. I love the touch screen! I've ha done now about 9 months and it has been problem free and the batteries are dependable as long as I return the remote to the cradle. Right ow the price on Amazon is right, as I bought mine on Amazon for $299. At a major retailer, this was $499.

I love mine, won't trade it anytime soon, although I am a gadget freak. I even bought one for my son, who installed it on his Mac notebook. I had to have something to corral seven remotes as I was running out of end table room and it looked like an eyesore.

Don't be dissuaded by negative reviews unless you are gadget-challenged, can't usually or easily set up most electronics. If so, this one is not for you. You should stick to your original remote with the big buttons.