RC 34 remote

sraider said:

Got my new Hr20 and the remote says its a RC34. What is the difference between the RC32 and RC34?

Thanks

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The RC34 is an IR remote. The RC32RF is an RF(Radio Frequency-works through walls, etc.) remote and has backlighting. Get the RC32 if you can or order it for $25 through DTV.

Everyperson said:

The RC34 is an IR remote. The RC32RF is an RF(Radio Frequency-works through walls, etc.) remote and has backlighting. Get the RC32 if you can or order it for $25 through DTV.

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I don't know about the RC32RF, but the RC34 I have is indeed an RF remote. It has the FCC sticker on the back and I have it set to RF. No backlighting though.

RC34 is a RC32RF with no illuminated buttons on it I believe.

ajwillys said:

I don't know about the RC32RF, but the RC34 I have is indeed an RF remote. It has the FCC sticker on the back and I have it set to RF. No backlighting though.

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I have the RC34. It has no backlighting and is certainly RF capable.

I'm considering buying the backlit version (RC32RF)... is it worth it?

iacas said:

I'm considering buying the backlit version (RC32RF)... is it worth it?

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Only until you memorize the locations of the buttons.

I have one HR20 with the RC32 and one with the RC34. I like the RC34 better it has bigger buttons. I would like to get an RC34 to replace the RC32. I have looked on D* website to order one but they dont give the model numbers there.

ajwillys said:

Only until you memorize the locations of the buttons.

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Even then... there are just some days your are brain fried... or want to use a button you don't normally do.

The backlit is really nice.

Earl Bonovich said:

Even then... there are just some days your are brain fried... or want to use a button you don't normally do.

The backlit is really nice.

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But you still have to hit some button to make the backlight come on, right? It doesn't sense that you've picked it up and turn the light on, right? Does it come on during the day when there's plenty of light or does it have a sensor to only come on at the appropriate times (i.e. when it's dark).

I doubt it, but then again, a $3.99 night light has such a sensor, so you never know...