Life is Easier with a Universal Remote Control
Most people I know have at least 3 remote controls near their television sets, one for the cable box, one for the DVD player and one for the TV. If they have a surround sound system, it can be 6 or 7. You almost need a tutorial to learn someone else’s system! But help is on the way according to Jim Hage, owner of High Definition Designs, a Diamond Certified company. Mr. Hage says universal remote controls are getting better and better, and in some cases, you can control your entire house, from sprinkler system and TV to lights and heat, with just one remote.
The typical universal remote will let you control all of your remote controllable equipment, TV, DVD, CD, iPod, etc. with the touch of a button. There are remotes that can be set up by a do-it-your-selfer, but the best ones are custom programmed on a laptop by a professional.
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Known as The Savvy Consumer, Chris Bjorklund has been a Consumer Advocate for over 35 years. She has worked with KPIX-TV, KGO, The Better Business Bureau, Consumer Reports, and as an Investigator for the Consumer Fraud Unit of the San Francisco District Attorney's Office. Chris puts her incredible consumer experience to work for you!
