Favorite all-in-one remote control?


I'd like some opinions on the best all-in-one, learning remote controls out there. I don't even have all that many components, but I am sick of swimming in remote controls!! My gear is in a dedicated closet, so rf would be a plus (although I do have a set of powermids, so its not a deal-breaker). I've got 4 components to control (including a tv). Something of a reasonable size would be nice too, I'd like to avoid anything resembling a video game. Simplicity is a big plus, the less gadgety the better.
Thanks for your opinions, Jb3
jb3
This is a very helpful thread! I have been trying to decide if I should attempt to program the remote that came with my Rotel RSP-1066 (which IS a learning remote, but which is not the easiest thing to setup or use), or if I should pickup another universal learning remote. I, too, have checked out remotecentral.com, and it is a very good resource. My current faves are either the Harmony ST-659 or ST-768, the Home Theatre Master MX-700, or RTI Theatre Touch T2.

Man, those things can get expensive...
I've been using a Marantz RC2000mkII since '98 and really like it a lot. I've never used another brand so I'm unable to make a comparison with the other nice ones out there.
ok which universal remote has commands available for wadia specifically the 27/270 remote
HP IPaq. As crazy as it may sound i picked up a used iPaq on ebay, installed a $15 application and ran a pronto ccf file and it works great. I have not had any problems with the range of the IR.
The software is programmable, user friendly and the interface is maliable. There are literally hundreds of free CCF files free for download containing IR codes for every imaginable device. The iPaq is cheaper than a pronto, and is expandable. With built in WiFi it can also control a number of other web enabled devices if you have a home network.
It may not be for the techinically shy but it pays out in dividends in the end
Hey Neil; wow. Here comes the shot-gun marriage with computers and lots of us Audiophiles. Great post. Just wish I could understand it.