Monster MCC AV100 Activity-based A/V Home Theater Controller

The name Monster Cable is so synonymous with high quality and high performance. Monster Cable products are indispensable components for music lovers, audiophiles, recording studios, sound professionals, musicians, custom-installers and home theater enthusiasts.PRODUCT FEATURES:Simple online, question-based setup of AV components and lighting through Monster Central website;Simple "One Step" setup process for components and Monster Central Lighting products;Controls and integrates up to 15 AV components;"One Touch" activity based control of AV components;2.3" color display with customizable backgrounds;"Wide Field" IR capability for maximum AV control range and flexibility;Charging cradle with rechargeable lithium-ion battery for longer-lasting power;Dedicated Picture Button provides Smart PIP and optimal control for aspect ratio.

Monster Home Theater Controller AV100 Unique & stylishergonomic design.         Table-top charging station allows use of remote while charging the supplied lithium ion battery. The AV100 Remote from Monster Cable has the capability to replace all of your existing remotes. Unlike other remotes on the market, the AV100's Component and Activity buttons send multiple commands to multiple devices automatically, allowing true one-touch control. You can control even the most complex AV systems, and extend their functionality with the special feature buttons. The unique ergonomic design of the AV100 features an intuitive layout of easy-to-read large tactile buttons. Thanks to the special illuminated backlit buttons, this remote is easy to read in the dark. One-touch control of anyhome entertainment system! Easy to Use Best of all, there is no complex programming required to use this remote. Use your computer and the online setup wizard to easily configure home theater functions to create home entertainment activities. The Intelligent Monster Tracking Memory remembers what each component is doing, so when you switch activities your gear responds accurately. This functionality is easy enough for the whole family. You don't have to be a technophile to use the AV100. Everyone from the kids to the babysitter can command home entertainment with ease! Convenient One-Remote Control and Functionality The AV100 provides convenient one-remote control and functionality. This means that you can control multiple systems with one remote! Use in different rooms to control both local and main systems. With maximum versatility, the AV100 easily commands all of your AV gear. Function Buttons Quickly scroll through satellite and digital cable program guides. Allows direct access to important picture controls like aspect ratio and PIP. Allows convenient access to surround sound and DSP modes while listening. Monster Central Control Monster Central Control is the world's most advanced remote control setup and information source. The web-based setup is fast and easy. The remote congfigurator walks you through your remote setup by simply asking you what home theater equipment you have and how it is connected. The exclusive online content ensures that you get the most from your remote and home theater experience. You can obtain easy-to-understand technical assistance and advice at Monster Central Control, plus important software downloads and updates. Make the best connections by downloading the Monster Connnection Guides for everything from PVR to iPod hook-ups. Web-based setup Online Content Connection Guide What's in the Box Monster Home Theater Controller AV100, long-lasting lithium-ion battery, tabletop charging system.

Once setup correctly, this home theatre controller is excellent, the best part is just having one remote for all activities, it is however a little time consuming during setup.

This product completely replaced five remotes for various devices including the Apple remote for my Apple TV. It couldn't have been any easier to setup. It took about 20 minutes to walk through the setup process and the software did all of the work. The menu and key layouts are quite intuitive - even our eight year old can activate the entire system and go right to his favorite cartoon channels. I highly recommend this product to anyone tired of the frustration involved with trying to find the right combination of buttons needed just to watch a TV show - or for just trying to find one of the remotes that always seem to disappear between the couch cushions.

I have used many universal remotes over the years (including most of the first universal remotes on the market many years ago), and I really like this remote. Screen resolution is OK, but otherwise no complaints. I had a problem with the remote, and Monster replaced it. I have since purchased a second remote.

I had to toss my Harmony 550 into the trash after numerous programming events that ended in frustration. I researched and was ready to order the Sony RM-AX4000 when I happend upon the Monster. This unit is nicely weighted and balanced. It is MUCH easier to read than the Harmony. Programming took less than 15 minutes once the online account was set up. My nine year-old has already figured out how the Monster records/watches shows on the PVR, and this from a kid who is limited to 60 minutes of TV per day. The tactile feel is excellent. I'm not crazy about the rechargeable battery/recharging base but if that is my only major compromise, it is acceptable. You will find the placement of buttons very well thought-out with the exception of the Channel/Volume up/down buttons. They are sideways! Up should be UP and down should be DOWN. The screens are easy to navigate and easy to read. I paid $159 on Amazon in Jan '08 and am very pleased with my purchase.

The Monster MCC AV100 remote control was easy to set up, is easy to use, and best of all,operates all my TV/video & stereo equipment from my new Sony plasma to my 20 year old Carver stereo components. I'm very pleased and would highly recommend it. And Amazon's price can't be beat.