This system configuration can be best described as my idea of the perfect macro-module! Power On will only turn on what you would like to watch. Later, you can navigate to the "switch" panel. Choose the device you are currently watching. This will take you to a "switch to" panel. Since the remote now knows what you are currently watching, it knows which power/input actions to execute, in order to switch to your new device. The power off function works the same way. There are also DirecTV channel logos in a unique "Surf" section.