Universal Remote MX-450 Remote Control Review

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by Frank McCaulley — last modified February 11, 2009

Universal Remote MX-450

Summary

Product Name: MX-450 RF Remote Control
Manufacturer: Universal Remote Control
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Review Date: February 11, 2009 10:26
MSRP: $ 249.99

Specifications

LCD Size: 2" TFT Color LCD (176 x 220 Pixels)
Size: 8" x 2.25" x 1.25" (H x W x D)
Weight: 9 ounces (with battery loaded)
Learning Capabilities: Standard frequencies (15kHz to 460kHz)
Macro Capabilities: Up to 255 steps each
Memory: 32 Megabits of Flash Memory.
Total Customization Capability - Up to 18 devices on 3 Main pages with up to 8 pages for each device; plus up to eight pages of favorite channels for a total of 155 pages.
RF Freq: 418 MHz
Range: RF - Up to 100 feet when used with MRF-260, MRF-350 or MSC-400 RF Base stations
IR (line of sight) - Up to 50 feet with fresh batteries.
Power Supply: Four AA Alkaline Batteries (included)
Warranty: 1 year parts & labor when purchased from an authorized dealer

Package Contents

MX-450 remote control
Batteries
Installation guide
1-year limited hardware warranty

Pros

Solid build quality
Color LCD display
Quick, PC free set-up

Cons

Squeaky button(s)
LCD display is small
No recharging dock

Introduction

Universal Remote has delivered PC free programming in a beautiful and solid package. With minimal time invested, a typical setup can be programmed in a matter of minutes. With little more than a couple of preferential problems, we can't help but recommend this as a great remote for the installer who requires on-site programmability without the use of a laptop.

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ivseenbetter posts on April 09, 2009 11:45

Anybody know if this remote has the ability to use variables?

GlocksRock posts on February 12, 2009 10:51

Yeah, I guess I forgot about it's learning capabilities. If I get a cable box for my bedroom I'm going to also get a universal remote so I can go from 3 remotes to one. I don't mind having two right now, but I don't have enough room for 3, and I don't think I want to spend the money for a second Harmony One, so I'm considering a lower model Harmony, or one of the Universal Remotes.

Clint DeBoer posts on February 12, 2009 09:10

GlocksRock;522825
I want to know if the Nyko Blue Wave is listed as a device, I know there would be no codes for the PS3 since it's all bluetooth.

I can't say whether it comes with a database entry for Nyko, but it's nearly irrelevant since it would take you approximately 5 minutes to learn the IR from the Nyko remote. These remotes learn quickly and easily. I'm glad you're using that - pretty cool device.

GlocksRock posts on February 12, 2009 07:53

I want to know if the Nyko Blue Wave is listed as a device, I know there would be no codes for the PS3 since it's all bluetooth.

Epetrone posts on February 11, 2009 22:19

I have just started programming my 980 and there is no ir codes for my IR2BT box. The PS3 is listed as a device but no codes. what i am planning on doing is learning all the commands from my Harmony 880 this way i have the exact same functionality that i am used to. In your case you could learn your codes as well. Hope this helps.