No, the remote is not back-lit, but the tactile nature of the remote is easy to use in the for volume and change changing. I am extremely happy with the simple layout of the remote. For any advanced controls, expect to break out the ipad or android tablet.

Unfortunately no.

No backlight on the remote which makes it hard to use at night without lights on.

There is no backlight. However, the buttons are pretty intuitively placed, so you can get used to the position of the most used buttons by touch. Also, I got the white version of the remote for my bedroom so the remote is easier to find and see in the dark.

No backlight on this remote.

No!

The remote that come with it is not back lit

No, the remote that is part of the kit does not have a backlight. That does not bother me, because the layout is so simple that you can use it with little light.

the remotes does not have backlight keys, but yes, the smart phone app does light up.

Not backlit

No.

yes

Yes, it works pretty well, and automatically sets up most of the controls with the Harmony remote.

I don't have a Dish receiver, but you just plug in the device manufacture and device model number and bam it has the codes. Dish is a well known manufacture so I can't image it wouldn't. I have a usb ir receiver for my computer and once I found the correct manufacture it amazingly found the codes.

Yes.

Yes. I have the Dish VIP722k, and the Smart Control works perfectly with it.

Yes you can. If you only plan on using the remote, it is an OK solution, however, if you plan on using the app don't waste your money.

Yes!

Yes. I use this remote to control my Dish receiver. It works very well and is even faster than the original Dish remote.

Yes. All you need is line of sight between one of the IR blasters and the device

Yes. I've been doing it for over a year now.

Yes, it will work with a Dish Network receiver.

I use it with Bose Cinemate GS

Bose receivers and DVD players with infrared remotes will work with the Logitech Harmony.

Yes it will!

Yes, it will control the Bose. I have a Bose System connected to my 65" Sony TV.

Yes it will.

If your Bose system currently has an IR (infrared) remote, then yes. The Harmony series remotes can learn any command that another remote sends out. However, it does not work with RF (radio frequency) remotes. The software walks you through the process, but basically, you point the other remote at the back of the Harmony remote, press the desired button when the software tells you to and the remote learns the signal.

-- Micheal

YES!

I have the Bose sound bar. It controls it ok. Sometimes it doesn't shut the unit off or turn it on. But hitting power button twice seems to work.

Yes I am currently using it to control my Bose surround sound system. It works great

As long as the bose system can be controlled using IR or Bluetooth signals. If the bose system comes with a remote it's most likely IR

Yes it will

No, that is not necessary for the hub and remote to function. Or at least not for me.

No. You need not physically connect any part of this remote to any component.

No. The monitor can be controlled by the IR of the pod.

If you're asking if the remote requires and HDMI hookup, the answer is no. The hub only needs power to work, but to use the smartphone app you will also need to connect the hub to your home wifi.

No, It works directly with your wireless router via Wi-Fi.

No. The Hub only requires a power source which is done through a micro usb cable. There are two other ports for additional IR sensors if you have your receiver hidden behind a cabinet. In fact, it includes one of the said IR sensors. Very convenient.

no, if I recall correctly it has it's own AC adapter, and works wirelessly, it may also have one or more IR blasters.

The Harmony never actually connects to your TV, so no. The IR blaster on the Harmony will control the TV. You program the Harmony itself using a smartphone or tablet with the Logitech app loaded on it, or you can plug the Harmony into the USB port on your computer to program it. The only 'connection' for the harmony unit is a micro-USB on the back that is used for normal power or for connection to a computer to program or update.

Since the device does not connect to the TV there is not a need for HDMI

No. Nothing is required on the TV or any device you want to use this with. Basically if it is an electronic device that has a remote, this hub will probably work with it.

No it will work with out HDMI input to the tv

Wireless is needed if using Smartphone. I believe remote uses IR signal to communicate with the hub. The Hub is actually the part that controls all the electronics with remotes controlling Hub.

Yes, the IR sensor is included and I use it with my home WiFi. I have not tried Bluetooth.

Set up and operations for the phone app is though wifi. You can also setup using a Windows or Mac computer and supplied usb cable (I used phone app). The included remote uses RF to communicate with the HUB then the HUB uses IR and Bluetooth to control the devices accordingly.

Wireless (Wi-Fi) is required for the remote (or your Smartphone/tablet) to talk to the hub. An IR sensor is included in the package if your components are not all within range of the hub.

From what I know, the remote sends a signal to the hub and the hub then sends out the proper IR and/or bluetooth signal to control the devices you are trying to operate. if you are using the app on your phone/tablet, you will need a to have the hub and phone/tablet connected to the same wifi for it to work. The package includes a remote, the main hub, and a mini IR blaster that can be connected to the main hub

If you are using the app which allows smartphones/tablets to be used as remotes, then you need wifi. The remote that is included uses RF, but the hub will send IR signals with the extender cable, so should be compatible with IR devices. Don't think it uses Bluetooth in any way.

It can control devices via Bluetooth (such as a PS3) but wireless internet is required. The hub has wifi, Bluetooth, built in ir blaster, and 2 ports for additional ir blasters. 1 ir blaster is included in the box. A smartphone (iPhone or android) is required for setup.

A wireless router is needed for the setup and operation of this unit. The backup remote appears to run off of an RF signal, but you need to be connected to WiFi to use the app. The IR blaster is included with an extension, and it works great.

Ir blaster was included. Also unit Communicates perfectly with ps3 & 4 which are both blue tooth.

The hub controls both Bluetooth and IR. Check the website and make sure your device is compatible. An IR blaster is included. There is a port for a (seperately purchased) IR blaster.

The IRS is included and the device is controlled via wi-fi.

Yes. My receiver, cable box, Blu-ray and xbox 360 are inside cabinet doors and all are controlled by the remote. That is the purpose of the hub that is also inside the cabinet. The IR blaster is the only piece located outside the cabinet in front of the TV so the hub can communicate with the TV.

Yes it works fine in a closed cabinet, the unit also comes with an extra IR blaster in the base unit does not reach all components of your system.

No the remote doesn't need line of sight for it to work. But the HUB needs to be close to your components to be able to activate the IR.

You should be able to use either. I have the same issue and either works for me.

Yes. If you use the wireless hub all of your devices are controlled from either your smart phone or with the wi-fi remote that is included. I have a Bose system,PS3, Directv box, on one wall in a cabinet....and a flat panel mounted over the fireplace on another wall. All pieces work with the hub in the cabinet. I did not need to use the ir blaster that it came with.

Yes, the remote is RF and can control devices in cabinets.

It doesn't use bluetooth. It connects to your home network and then has an included IR blaster that you can place inside your cabinet. If you need an additional IR blaster, you can purchase that separately. So yes, you can control devices behind closed doors.

Yes the remote and the app will work. The remote uses RF to communicate to the hub which will then transmit to device(s). The app communicates with the hub thru wifi then will transmit. Both app and remote will work behind closed doors.

On a side note: The remote does not utilized IR, the Hub does. Make sure the Hub and IR mini blaster are placed correctly, which logitech explains in the manual and online videos. IR devices will work with direct line of sight and closed as long as the hub/mini blaster are placed correctly

This will control both devices that require line-of-sight and those that do not.

Yes, the Harmony Smart Control can control devices behind closed doors. You can use the app on your tablet/phone, or the mechanical remote that is included with the Smart Controller. Either the control hub or the included IR blaster must be placed inside the cabinet. Your remote or tablet/phone app communicate with the hub via wi-fi but still use IR to complete the signal path to your devices.

If you have devices inside and outside of the cabinet, then either the hub or IR blaster must be located inside and the other outside so both areas are covered by the IR signal.

Yup - it will simply become an IR remote for your Amazon smart TV. It does not have an accelerometer though - so if you have one of those intelligent remotes that detect motion, that will not work.

If you set it up through the harmony app it should be able to work just like your original TV remote. You might have to assign different buttons for each faction that you want.

Can't address Samsung specifically but it does successfully control the apps in the Sony interface.

Yes works just fine

It will do anything your TV remote or other device remotes will do and a whole lot more when you build macros.

It can control certain apps for compatible smart TVs. I know it can easily duplicate the "netflix button" but I am not positive what other apps are compatible.

It works on Panasonic TV. Presumably should work on Samsung TV.

I haven't tried it, but I don't think so. It's somewhat limited in what it can do for specific components.

Yes.

Yes, this product can control apps.