Is the remote for the HT S650 a learning remote? If so, how does it work for making it learn new functions not already coded? I have seen this answered sometime before on these boards, but cant find the message anymore. Please help!
It is not a learning remote. I saw someplace where someone contacted Onkyo to see if there were additional codes. The answer he/she received was no, but that you could upgrade the remote for the TX-SR600 for $35. That remote is listed as a learning remote.
I saw the remote listed at the OnkyoUSA site for $40 plus shipping and handling. I left them an e-mail message two days ago to see if they had any specials, or would consider creating a special, for those otherwise happy HTS 650 owners, but I have yet to hear back from them. If anything comes of my request, I'll post a message on this board.
I'll wait before I decide whether or not to make the plunge.
I'd be interested to know if anyone upgraded the remote to this or any other, and if they are happy with the remote they have.