RE: MERLIN Universal Control Unit?

["Phillip Harris" <phillip.harris1@xxxxxxx>]

Any thoughts on why its not suitable for use with DVD players?

Phil

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Mark McCall [mailto:mark@xxxxxxx]
> Sent: 03 March 2001 14:09
> To: ukha_d@xxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: [ukha_d] MERLIN Universal Control Unit?
>
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> http://www.letsautomate.com/10416.cfm
>
> M.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "tracey.gardner" <tracey.gardner@xxxxxxx>
> To: <ukha_d@xxxxxxx>
> Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2001 1:57 PM
> Subject: [ukha_d] MERLIN Universal Control Unit?
>
>
> > Has anybody heard of the Merlin Universal Home Entertainment
> Control Unit?
> >
> > I think that its supposed to be a hand held device although its
size and
> > shape
> > would seem to be better suited to wall mounting.
> > I was wondering if the IR hardware could be hacked into so that
it could
> be
> > used
> > as a cable fed wall mounting controller?
> >
> > CPC are selling these things for just under £75 inc VAT
> >
> > The CPC blurb is as follows,
> >
> > The Merlin is a combination of remote control technology and
> programmable
> > computer.
> > Designed to be user friendly and accurate even with the most
advanced
> infra
> > red controlled equipment.
> > The Merlin uses a combination of traditional keypad and a backlit
touch
> > sensitive screen that can be reconfigured.
> >
> > Features
> > Controls over 9 infra red devices inc TV , CD, VCR Satellite
etc..
> > Easy to set up and use
> > Touch sensitive illuminated LCD screen putting information at
> your finger
> > tips
> > Pre-programmed and learning modes
> > Interactive TV ready
> > Requires 4 x AAA batteries
> > 10 figure numeric keypad
> > 5 programming modes
> > 4 control screens for each device
> > Adjustable backlight
> > Audible keystroke confirmation
> > Customisable text and control functions
> > Fastext functions
> > Dimensions (H x W X D) 160 x 130 15mm
> >
> >
> > Cheers
> >
> > Tracey
> >
> >
> >
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