[MickMcGeough]

Originally Posted by verda13

I bought this remote for a setup like yours (Same projector, components in a built-in shelving off to the side) It is amazing, it sends RF to the hub (which is placed near all the components) which then sends the IR signals (I can keep the remote under the blanket, no need to aim). There is no noticeable lag and it comes with an small IR extender if the hub does not have line of sight to the projector. Also, it can be customized to do almost anything ie:

- Pressing power 2x to actually turn off the projector completely
- I customized it to get to netflix on telus with one button (channel 422, press ok, hit right button twice to select my profile, hit ok)
- Same with craveTV

It sets up using only a smartphone and comes with an app to control your setup.
It can also control home automation (smartbulbs, etc.)

The one downfall is no back lighting, but the buttons are in logical places so its not really necessary.

The remote is often on sale for $109, as well.

TL;DR:
Buy the Harmony Home remote when its on sale.

I picked up the Harmony Ultimate Home, which is the same sort of deal but with a better remote (including backlighting).

I can't recommend it highly enough. It started out at something like $349 but it's regularly on sale under $200 now. The RF is great and it comes with 3 IR transmitters including the hub. I love it because I can move devices into closed cabinets that my 7 month old can't get into.