Universal Remote Control MX-950 Aurora Review
Summary
- Product Name: MX-950 Aurora Remote Control
- Manufacturer: Universal Remote Control
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- Value Rating:




- Review Date: December 19, 2005
- MSRP: $699
- Specifications
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MX-950 ‘Aurora' IR/RF Remote
Programming Interface: MX-950 Editor PC application
LCD Screen Size: 1.5" x 2.7" with multicolor backlight
RF Frequency: 418MHz
Range (RF): Up to 100 feet when used with MRF-250 or MRF-300 RF Base stations
Range (IR line of sight): Up to 50ft
Battery: Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery
Connectivity: USB 2.0
Backlight: All keys
System Requirements: PC or Mac with USB port, 10MB free hard disk space
OS Requirements: Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP or Mac OS X with Safari 1.0
Dimensions: 9.625" (L) x 2.3" (W) x 1.3" (H)
Weight: 10.4 oz (with battery)
Warranty: 1 year parts & labor (when purchased from an authorized dealer)Features:
Support for 255 devices with 255 pages per device
LCD Screen with custom labels
Multi-color LCD backlight
Automatic backlit remote keys
Integrated speaker with sound signaling
Li-ion battery and charger base
Activity (‘Watch' & ‘Listen') buttons
RF capability (with compatible base station)
RF addressingIncludes:
MX-950 Aurora remote control
Li-ion battery
Recharging cradle/stand
MX-950 Editor software
Remote control User GuideMRF-300 Multi-Zone RF Receiver with RFX-150 Antenna
Features:
RF addressing via 15 separate station IDs
6 addressable IR outputs (independently routed)
Support for 90 components (or zones in a multi-zone system)
RFX-150 antenna module (detachable) for up to 150' range
Individual IR output gain controls for emitters
Multi-zone capable
Built-in IR blasterIncludes:
RF base station
Detached RFX-150 antenna module
2 wal mounts and 6 screws
Two 12-foot connecting cables
AC power adapter
6 IR emitters with standard 3.5mm plugs
Installation manual
Adjustment tool
Pros
- Sound effects & LCD backlighting options
- Ergonomic feel with "dual grips"
- 1.5" x 2.7" color LCD screen
- Li-ion rechargeable battery with docking cradle
- IR/RF compatibility
- Flagship remote feel & performance
- Fast USB 2.0 updating
Cons
- Database doesn't contain latest hardware
- Somewhat dated programming interface
- Doesn't recharge when plugged in via USB
- Relatively short battery life
Introduction
- MX-950 Aurora Overview & Build Quality
- MX-950 Aurora Setup Overview
- MX-950 Aurora Programming, Support & Conclusion