This time around I wanted to keep it simple and clean looking. Most remotes I program are for systems utilizing Media Center computers so there is the ability to switch to MCE in every screen. Once designed in this simplified looking way though, my next challenge was to secure the program by adding in a combination lock function to get into the learning and set-up functions of the remote. If someone is to download this and try to access the programming mode of the remote, they would need to toggle the screens to the right until they get to a programming access screen and enter in the code of 2006 in the on-screen keypad. This then opens up the programming mode. Very simplistic, but it keeps a customer out of relearning a particular button on an individual screen. All button functions that the customers access reference buttons on programming/learning pages that are hidden, so that reprogramming is more simple. Enjoy! More to come....

This activity-based system file was designed to make the system user friendly for anyone who wants to use it. The help menu system will walk the user through steps to correct whatever is wrong to allow the user to do what they want to. I think it's perfect for the guys with a wife that hates technology, and only wants to watch TV, a DVD or use the HTPC to surf the web...

A simple system file for the Marantz RC9500.

My modification of Daniel's brilliant 7000 config for my new 7500. I changed all my channel icons to be like Daniel's and added a bunch that he didn't have. Also, multi room functions for the Pioneer Elite.

This time I was inspired by fellow Remote Central Pronto NG community member Lowpro and (in particular) by the way his movie library page functions. I eventually decided to convert my whole PCF to operate in this same manner because it allows me to have all 17 activities and control of my theatre readily at hand without making buttons or text too small. At over 700 PAGES and 300 DEVICES, this design is still simple to use and comes in under 7 megs and 69% free memory! The cosmetics reflect a snazzy PDA / Cell Phone. All of the artwork in the PCF is mine except for a couple of buttons borrowed from Daniel Tonks. PCF includes: complete control of 17 theatre activities; really cool (I think) customized loading pages for each activity; a DVD Library of 500 films (and growing); extensive interactive help screens; cable logo access buttons for Dallas area; an easy to use device teaching menu; X10 lighting control with active graphic of my theatre room and a slideshow area of theatre pictures and family photos. Special thanks and recognition to Lowpro, Lyndel McGee, and the great software upgrades from the Pronto Team. Needless to say, I would never have attempted this without the new shortcuts plus drag and drop provided in the new Pronto Edit software. As Lowpro says, "Enjoy"!

Background scenes are from Hawaii. The configuration file features tabs which allows random access to other screens without scrolling. A feature which in my opinion makes for faster navigation. Included is a 2006 calendar which I borrowed from someone (Thank You). All buttons are linked to a separate IR section which contains all the codes for all the devices.

Beta file requires a few bug fixes prior to a release: 1. Battery icon appears as black rectangle when used on hardware, not sim. 2. Page title headers (text) appear grainy (interlaced). 3. Some links and IR codes need to be fixed.

I've wanted to do a Futurama set-up since the RU890, and now I've finally done it! I'm surprised no one beat me to it. Hope you enjoy this colourful set up for the 31st century.

Made from some of the beautiful free Shaiya wallpaper available on the net.

A user friendly color design that looks like Windows XP. The "desktop" contains macro shortcuts and the Start Menu provides direct access to individual component controls. The component controls open in their own windows. The windows can be closed by clicking the X in the top right corner or by launching the Start Menu. Start Menu can be closed by selecting a component, clicking anywhere on the desktop or clicking the Start Menu button again. I borrowed from many sources.