Customers enjoy the ease of use and backlit buttons of this 4-Device Universal Remote. Many appreciate its compatibility with various devices and the added convenience of RF technology, eliminating the need for direct line of sight. While some users experienced minor issues with button responsiveness, the overall feedback highlights the remote's value and functionality. The price point is also frequently praised as reasonable.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Direct tv remote
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Works like a charm a little expensive it was only 15.00 dollars ordering thru direct tv I didn't know
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Ease of use, Rf
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
No More IR Blasters
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This remote is exactly the same as the remote that DirecTV gives you - with one crucial difference. It has RF capabilities, so you no longer need a line-of-sight to your DirecTV Genie in order for the remote to work.
In fact, you can tuck the Genie (ours is an HR34) into a cabinet with the doors closed, and it will work. No IR blasters needed. And no additional hardware is needed to use RF, either - the Genie (and many other DTV boxes) have this capability built-in out of the box.
Given that it's precisely the same form factor as the standard (previous-generation) DTV remote, there is no learning curve. (It also has backlighting - a nice bonus). Set-up is incredibly simple - the Genie box handled everything automatically.
Bottom line - if you have *ever* struggled to get a remote command to work with a DirecTV box, due to line-of-sight issues, this is the answer.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Price, Rf
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Remote!
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This remote is definitely worth the price! Equipped with RF capabilities, it can control your TV without being pointed at the receiver. This control also has an optional illuminated key pad to make it easier to see in the dark. It is made out of high quality materials, so it won't fall apart like the older model remotes that DirecTV used to provide. I highly recommend this remote.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Compatibility
Cons mentioned:
Button quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works better than old one.
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You never know how bad your old remote is, until you replace it. I have had DirecTV for twenty years and have had probably four remotes over that period. My old remote wouldn't turn on the tv unless I used my fingernail to really press hard on the button. This DIRECTV RC66RBX universal remote is the best one yet. It has a switch on the side of the remote that enables the lighted display. If you don't want the keys/buttons to light up, just move the switch to off. If you like the lighted display, leave it on, and every time you use the remote, the light stays on for about five seconds. No more searching with your eyes and memory while watching movies in the dark. It has the codes in it for the TV too, so that is great.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Cons mentioned:
Button quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The installation was a breeze
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This was a replacement controller. The supplied instruction booklet on using the controller gave me information that I never knew about the original controller. Setting it up to use with my DTV receiver was quick and easy. I regret that I wasted so much time fussing with the sticky buttons on the old controller.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Rf
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote
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I needed an additional remote for my direct TV . A pleasant surprise was the ability to program my Samsung sound bar to operate as the volume (has updated remote codes) for my TV. Has backlight option and RF ( goes through walls or glass or wood fronts on AV / TV cabinets.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Compatibility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Upgrade
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Upgraded all of my remotes for DirecTV. The back light is great for the bedroom receivers, and the expanded codes means that ALL of my televisions work with it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great replacement remote control
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I really like this direct tv replacement remote control. It has all the same features of the standard remote that comes with the directv system with a few added features. The main added feature was the back lit buttons. I love watching tv and movies with minimal to no light in the room. This solved the problem of not being able to use the remote because you could not see the right buttons. I would recommend this remote to anyone who wants to just have a better directv experience.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Compatibility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good Upgrade
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Love the backlight for the buttons and it controls all of my audio/video devices.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great remote
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Remote buttons are easy to push and program. Backlit option is great in the dark
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works great
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Programs easy
Works dvd and yamaha soundbar
Bought 4 of them
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect!
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I didn't even know this remote has a back light which just made me even happier when I actually read the labels. The buttons are so smooth and soft to push so unlike the DTV ones. This remote feels good and isn't so heavy. It's perfect!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works great for DirectTV
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I purchased this as a replacement for my current remote which had trouble with the 9 and 0 keys (probably due to food spillage) when selecting a channel and this one works great. I'm not a real techie guy so it is only used to control my TV and directTV box, but setup of these devices was trivial.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent!
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This remote is excellent - it operates the DirecTV as well as the TV and since we have a couple of TVs that utilize DirecTV, purchasing this remote through Best Buy was a smarter financial move than buying it directly from DirecTV, we can have at least one remote in every room :)
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Impressive
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Our DirecTV remotes have started failing, so I purchased this model to replace them. Hooked itself up to the receiver instantly and started working great. Found the TV hookup very simple to do, as well. REcommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good Replacement
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My dog decided to chew up my old remote, so I had to go buy another one. This one is better than what Directv gives you, it comes with a lighted keypad and RF signal.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Improved!
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Sadly, I've had to buy about six of these remotes since having DirecTv since 2007, but this one linked up the quickest of them all. I was back in business in minutes. I wish I didn't hold out so long to buy another one. I took off one star due to the fact that I have needed to purchase so many remotes.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Remote
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I have had this type of remote for years now and decided to change to the one that could light up in the dark. I really like not having to use my phone to shine a light on the buttons to see in the dark. It was worth the extra $5.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great remote
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called direct tv they wanted you to run test that take one hour and then pay $16 for a new remote, ran into best buy rep showed me the remote and was home with in a half hour. Saved my self time and money.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works just like it should.
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It's great when the dog eats the remote you can go to Best Buy and get exactly what you need. No waiting on hold then more waiting for the UPS guy or driving across town to find the cable tv office.