GE 24991 3-Device Remote Control (Black)

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000W4CH8C
• Item model number: 24991
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 24, 2008

Product Description

3-Device Universal Remote Control can be used with TV, DVD, VCR, cable and satellite. Auto sleep timer. Retains codes when changing batteries. Dedicated menu navigation keys. Compatible with all major brands.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful remote!, July 13, 2009

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O. Knight (Colorado) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: GE 24991 3-Device Remote Control (Black) (Electronics)

A basic but very well designed remote! Setting up was a breeze, I used it on my Visio flatscreen TV and Magnavox DVR. However, codes for Magnavox DVRs did not fit, so I found one from the list of codes for DVD players.
This remote is very lightweight and ergonomic, and does not require a lot of space.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Was expecting better, February 10, 2011

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C. Thilmany "Books and Chat" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: GE 24991 3-Device Remote Control (Black) (Electronics)

I just needed a replacement for one remote. Really wasn't looking for something that could be coded for multiple machines, but no big deal. I only have it coded for my TV.

You shouldn't require instructions on how to open the back flap to get to the batteries, but I couldn't get it open and ended up snapping a portion of the plastic. I've got plenty of remotes and hand held games. This is the first time I had trouble of this kind. So now I have to tape that black flap in place.

As far as it working - well it mostly works. The keys are easy to see and the remote is simple to operate. You don't need to look to turn it on or change the volume or station once you become familiar with where the buttons are.

But there have been 3 occasions where it seems to have lost the coding for the TV and I had to reenter it. Not a big deal as the coding is rather easy, but it's annoying and I don't know the cause.

So it does what it's supposed to, but I wouldn't purchase it again.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ease Of Setup + Ease Of Use = A Winning Product! :), May 14, 2010

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Blind man Wayne (JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: GE 24991 3-Device Remote Control (Black) (Electronics)

Most universal remote controls sold today are big, ugly, and overly complicated. They also can be rather expensive. This basic GE model #24991 is none of these. It is at least 25% smaller than the average remote control and very lightweight! Despite its noticeably small size, its keys are spaced apart nicely and are intelligently laid out. The ease of setup and compatibility with my components truly impressed me! I can operate my interconnected Panasonic TV, SONY DVD player, and Motorola cable box with this tiny remote control! NOTE: This remote control is designed to control the most basic functions of your TV and cable box such as switching power on and off, changing channels, and adjusting the volume. It also will control the basic functions of your VCR or DVD devices. In my humble opinion, its overall simplicity is one of its strong suits. If what you are looking for is a no-frills, no hassles, reliable, practical universal remote control with real bang-for-the-buck value, then your search is over! Highly recommended!