Recharging Station
The Harmony 880 includes a sleek docking station that keeps the remote fully charged. The horizontal docking station allows the remote to be used while it is charging. A docking station also helps family members know where to put, and find, the remote. The lithium-ion battery provides up to a one-week charge under normal use. Also, the Harmony 880 remote has motion sensors built in – when stationary, the color LCD monitor brightness is reduced to conserve power. When the remote is picked up, the screen brightens automatically.
Simplified HDTV/Aspect Ratio Control (NEED INPUT ON HOW WE OPTIMIZE) Optimized for complicated HDTV systems, the Harmony 880 remote makes switching the television between video aspect ratios simple. While setting up a one-button activity that involves a HDTV, a command that automatically changes the aspect ratio can be part of the sequence of commands the Harmony remote sends out for that activity. Also, custom buttons can be created for the LCD that allow people to toggle from the 4:3 ratio for standard television to 16:9 ratio for movies and HDTV.
Enhanced DVR Control
The Harmony 880 remote’s central key layout is optimized for use with DVR systems, such as TiVo. A circular directional control makes it easy to manually navigate through PVR menu screens. Also, the keypad features a cluster of controls that represent Skip Ahead, Replay, Rewind, Fast Forward, Play, Pause, Stop, and Record – all of which are important functions in effectively commanding a PVR device.
Stylish, Comfortable Design
Designed with brushed chrome and charcoal accents, a color LCD display and a low-profile recharging station, the Harmony® 880 Remote matches even the most sophisticated entertainment room’s décor. Featuring a comfort grip shape and a centered directional pad, it fits easily in the hand and naturally guides people to the most frequently used controls. The remote is fully backlit so it’s easy to navigate in the dark. When their eyes are glued to the television, people can find useful buttons effortlessly, by touch. The primary navigation controls – such as the directional pad, Play, Pause, Record, and the number buttons – are easily identified by feel due to their varied size, shape, and location.
