Rotel RR-1090 Tabletop Remote Control Combines Pre-Programmed Codes, Learning Capability And Computer Communications

9-Feb-01

To complement its extensive line of new ""10 Series"" audio and home theatre components, Rotel introduced a new tabletop remote control, the RR-1090. Michael Bartlett, Rotelís Vice President and General Manager said, ""We wanted to combine the best of todayís technologies in a way that made system operation easier. Additionally, we wanted a visually appealing product that would exude a high-tech aura, yet blend with many different room decors. The RR-1090 has hit the mark - itís a unique combination of ergonomics and technology that weíre proud to offer. We feel itís one of the most distinguished solutions yet for ëcoffee table clutter.í"" Developed to add flexibility while minimizing complexity, the RR-1090 replaces up to eight separate remote controls. Instead of the typical, easily misplaced handheld controller with a bewildering array of closely spaced, almost identical buttons, the RR-1090 is a study in generous elegance. Its organically sculpted shape enhances any decor. A large, centrally located backlit LCD screen provides instant feedback, even in a darkened home theatre setting. The intuitive layout makes operating even the most advanced multi-component home theatre system easy. Users can select a particular component via 12 ""menu command"" buttons, and can program the remote to activate up to 48 individual commands for each device or system component, by keying in up to four ""pages"" of commands, each containing up to 12 individual codes. Major functions (transport controls, menu navigation, channel select, volume adjustment etc.) are controlled by two large multi-axis buttons toward the bottom of the RR-1090ís command panel. This arrangement makes it easy for anyone to access the most commonly used commands with an absolute minimum of confusion. Using a self-contained menu system, programming the RR-1090 is easy - users can select from an extensive array of pre-programmed codes already in the non-volatile archival memory. Users can also ""teach"" the unit individual commands for other components. Once the desired infrared commands have been placed in active memory, they can be activated individually or as a part of a ""macro"" (multiple-command) sequence. Four ""macro"" keys activate a stream of up to ten pre-programmed commands (""turn on the TV,"" ""switch to channel 3,"" ""turn on the DVD player,"" ""play a DVD disc,"" ""turn down the lights"" etc.). The RR-1090 also has a ""custom ID"" option which users can program system-specific identifications for each device (""DVD-A player,"" ""satellite receiver"" etc.) for unambiguous system operation. The RR-1090 also provides password protection for users or families concerned about unlimited access to system functions. For computer-savvy users, the RR-1090 is supplied with PC Link software and cable. This allows even easier programming and customization by using the power of a Windows-driven (95/98/ME/2000) personal computer to manipulate the code sequences and store custom configurations for easy distribution to other RR-1090s, or to store carefully constructed user options to guard against inconvenience should a malfunction or user error accidentally erase the active memory. The RR-1090 will be available June 2001, with a suggested retail price of $299. For more information, visit www.rotel.com.

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