Replacement remote control for Rsx-1056?

[Jack71]

Hi, new member here. I just picked up a slightly used Rsx-1056 but it did not come with a remote control. Is there any way to pick up a replacement or am I better off just getting a universal remote? If I go the universal remote route, am I still going to be able to properly access all programming menus, etc.? Also, where do I find the universal remote code for the 1056?

Thanks in advance for any help!

[hifiguymi]

Just get a universal remote. Rotel's IR codes are in most universal remotes so you should be fine. Rotel has their IR codes on their website for various brand universal remotes as well so you should be able to find one that will work. A good universal will allow you to operate you whole system as well.

Eric

[bnieman]

Otherwise remotes pop up on eBay and Audiogon (http://www.audiogon.com) every once and a while. They are quite costly direct from Rotel.

[Jack71]

Thanks for the reply guys! Seems like the universal remote is the way to go. Now, can anyone recommend a decent universal remote? Preferably something I can just pick up a Best Buy or the like... :T

[Claw]

Don't get the Harmony 880. It doesn't always charge when it's on the cradle, have to set a heavy object on top of it to weigh it down, or extend the contacts.

[Jack71]

Ok, no Harmony 880. Any other good ones that they sell at say Circuit City or Best Buy? I need to pick up one pronto as it appears I can't do any programming of the unit with one.

Btw, what connection do I have to make to my TV so that I can see the Rotel's menu on-screen?