Does ReplayTV sell replacement remotes?

[Arkitech]

I have a replay 5500 that I bought back in December, from the first day that I got it I had issues with the remote. The batteries would never stay in place inside the remote due to faulty springs. Anyway today the remote just died on me, I can't control my TV or the Replay. I replaced the batteries with no results, I even used my Universal remote to test the Replay to make sure it could take commands. So I''m left with the conclusion that the remote is dead. I went out to the ReplayTV site but I did'nt see any where to purchase replacement remotes. Does anyone know if they sell them?

[lizard_boy]

I don't see it listed on the website anymore, so you can either:

1) Buy a replacement on ebay for around $40-$50 (ReplayTV brand)

2) Buy a third-party remote on ebay that's been programmed with ReplaytV codes, or from a place like this:
http://www.replaytivo.us/en-us/dept_5.html

3) Enter the wonderfuld world of JP-1
http://www.hifi-remote.com/forums/index.php

[f44]

It comes and goes on the official website.

[dstoffa]

Originally posted by lizard_boy
I don't see it listed on the website anymore, so you can either:

1) Buy a replacement on ebay for around $40-$50 (ReplayTV brand)

2) Buy a third-party remote on ebay that's been programmed with ReplaytV codes, or from a place like this:
http://www.replaytivo.us/en-us/dept_5.html

3) Enter the wonderfuld world of JP-1
http://www.hifi-remote.com/forums/index.php

Or you can buy the Phillips / Magnovox 8-in-ONE remote (PMDVR8), which will natively support all ReplayTV Remote functions.



BestBuy.com link for Universal Remote (http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=1063670252761&skuId=5966868&productCategoryId=cat08065&type=product)

[Arkitech]

I know this is a stupid question, but do any of the suggested remotes control both the Replay and the TV without the need for pressing the device button? That's one thing I really liked about the Replay remote.

[oldnacl]

You can also order a ShowStopper remote from Panasonic (They were still available last time I checked - YMMV) with the advanytage of better (in my opinion) button placement although it's slightly larger.

[dstoffa]

Originally posted by Arkitech
I know this is a stupid question, but do any of the suggested remotes control both the Replay and the TV without the need for pressing the device button? That's one thing I really liked about the Replay remote.

I own the Phillips 8-in-1. THe only time I need to press the device buttons is when I am powering up or powering down. When powering up, I turn the TV on first, then the RTV. Since I will be watching the RTV, I don't need the TV functions. The Remote will ALWAYS work the TV Volume and Mute. I use the Replay to choose the show I am going to watch.

-Doug

[Arkitech]

Originally posted by dstoffa
I own the Phillips 8-in-1. THe only time I need to press the device buttons is when I am powering up or powering down. When powering up, I turn the TV on first, then the RTV. Since I will be watching the RTV, I don't need the TV functions. The Remote will ALWAYS work the TV Volume and Mute. I use the Replay to choose the show I am going to watch.

-Doug

Perfect, sounds like that's what I need. Thanks

[punahou80]

Arkitech,

I am a new 55xx user. The remote is awful. I like my Showstopper remote and it works great for the 55xx (although it isn't backlit either). I think MikeyBoy has these for sale.

The SS remote controls the TV volume.

[gsjmia]

Anyone know where to buy an original 3000 remote? Its the one before the long showstopper remote (too many buttons). I have never seen one anywhere, not even on ebay. I have my two original ones and they still work with my 5040's but they are getting old.