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Pronto Remote Control Systems from Philips Electronics
Philips Electronics is expanding its award-winning Pronto family with the new TSU7500 (pictured) and the 2006 Innovations Award winning TSU3500 and RFX6500 products. Combining the functions of multiple remote controls in one sleek design while offering the most flexible and customizable interface, the TSU7500 and TSU3500 simplify the entertainment experience while providing advanced features that are customized to fit individual needs. Working with new and existing Pronto units, the RFX6500 receiver module has new features that ensure an easy and interference-free set-up.
Colorful control: TSU7500 Building upon the highly successful TSU7000, Philips' TSU7500 touch-screen remote control combines design and function advancements to offer a customized control experience. With an increased memory capacity from 32 MB1 to 48 MB, the TSU7500 enables extensive customization and controls even more devices than previous Pronto remotes. The TSU7500 features an LCD display with more than 65,000 vibrant colors for crisp, clear images. Users will appreciate the tactile feel and comfort offered through the newly designed TSU7500's operational buttons.
The TSU7500 has four times faster uploading and downloading speeds as compared to previous models. Additionally, the TSU7500 features backward compatible RF capabilities and IR learning for the unit's extensive database of codes. When combined with the RF extender, the TSU7500 offers users a reliable control solution that is simple and easy for custom installers to configure and install. Currently available, the TSU7500 has a suggested retail price of $999.
Personalized performance: TSU3500 Providing increased visibility with a cutting-edge LED backlit screen, the TSU3500 features a dramatically enhanced display that is easy for consumers to view and control. Recognized as a 2006 CES Innovations winner, the TSU3500's updated design features new controls that are simple and comfortable to operate. The display screen, along with the icons, can be personalized by an installer to meet each user's unique needs and preferences. The unit also includes a charger, docking station and battery for a complete solution in one package.
ProntoEdit is the PC software program that is included with every Pronto unit and provides extensive design flexibility, including the creation of personalized backgrounds, buttons, label icons and actions. The enhanced version of ProntoEdit features a fully reprogrammed IR dialogue box to set the minimum IR code duration and an extended gallery for more imagery selections. Buttons now can be linked to each other graphically and right-click menus have been added, resulting in more work being accomplished in a shorter amount of time. In addition, a revolutionary new base template allows entire systems to be programmed by an installer in minutes, with a minimal amount of effort beforehand. Currently available, the TSU3500 has a suggested retail price of $499.
Extended control: RFX6500 For ultimate reliable control, the RFX6500 receiver module, also a 2006 CES Innovations winner, works with existing and new Pronto units and features an LED that indicates signal interference and enables installers to place the RF receiver at the best position. The RFX6500 also includes a free-positional antenna that can be rotated in all directions, adding flexibility and ensuring the system is optimized. Installers can connect the unit via the single connection cable for both power and IR signals, as well as increase IR capabilities with the four output ports on the unit itself. Currently available, the RFX6500 has a suggested retail price of $199.
