storyteller Posted May 4, 2005 Report Share Posted May 4, 2005 I didn't see the advantages of having a remote control for my new Hi-MD so I went with the RH-910. Now, too late, I see the value of the remote.However, I've also seen the COST of the remote ($70-100!!!!), and was wondering if anyone had suggestions for alternates, or a cheaper source for buying them. Do the ones for earlier generations of MD work, and if they do, what's the absolute cheapest that will allow me to play and scroll through tracks? GregP.S. Why does Sony not include the remote only in the North American version? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrain Posted May 4, 2005 Report Share Posted May 4, 2005 www.ebay.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiesto Posted May 4, 2005 Report Share Posted May 4, 2005 (edited) The cheaper MD remote is the one with no LCD, I think the model is RM-MC21 (NH700 remote), where can you find it? try here: http://servicesales.sel.sony.com/web/index.jspThe best is the mc40elk, this allows you to SCROLL through albums/tracks before listen to them Edited May 4, 2005 by Tiesto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
storyteller Posted May 5, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 5, 2005 On the Sony Direct website (thanks Tiesto for the link) the specific model numbers you mentioned don't seem to come up. There is, though, a "remote commander" that comes with the rh10, for $43. No description, though--is that a good option, and a good price, in your opinion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcca6392 Posted May 5, 2005 Report Share Posted May 5, 2005 On the Sony Direct website (thanks Tiesto for the link) the specific model numbers you mentioned don't seem to come up. There is, though, a "remote commander" that comes with the rh10, for $43. No description, though--is that a good option, and a good price, in your opinion?←The RM-MC35ELK you mention is a good remote. Granted, I've only had my Japan-spec RH10 a couple of days, but it's easy to use, the backlight's clear, and compared to my non-LCD remote from my N707, it's lightyears better. I think if you're looking to keep it below $70, it's a good option for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsoul Posted May 5, 2005 Report Share Posted May 5, 2005 I just got my RH910 last night and the RM-MC38ELK that came with NH900 (I sold it with the 40ELK remote) works almost 100%. The ability to change sound is limited to EQ on and EQ off and the menus on the remote are play mode and Options (AVLS, Beep,etc). Still it does the job for the basic stuff like volume, ff rew,etc. Since the RH910 doesn't come with a remote in the US (and only a non-LCD otherwise), it is an upgrade. I have seen these remotes for about $30 on ebay. I also have the RH10 and the non-LCD remote is basic at that...the 38ELK does works with it in exactly the same functional level as with the RH910. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Stamp Posted May 5, 2005 Report Share Posted May 5, 2005 (edited) storyteller:a remote commander is just a giant knob. twist the knob right to play / >>. the other way goes <<. push it down to stop. basically, its for your car. Edited May 5, 2005 by The_Stamp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lixuelai Posted May 5, 2005 Report Share Posted May 5, 2005 Get the 33EL. Pretty cheap and perfect for the R910. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pata2001 Posted May 6, 2005 Report Share Posted May 6, 2005 The ability to change sound is limited to EQ on and EQ off and the menus on the remote are play mode and Options (AVLS, Beep,etc).←You should be able to adjust the EQ. Push and hold the sound button for a couple of seconds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiesto Posted May 7, 2005 Report Share Posted May 7, 2005 On the Sony Direct website (thanks Tiesto for the link) the specific model numbers you mentioned don't seem to come up. There is, though, a "remote commander" that comes with the rh10, for $43. No description, though--is that a good option, and a good price, in your opinion?← google shows the RM-MC21, however as you say there's no MC21 but a M21 (147754811 RM-M21 REMOTE CONTROL). Anyway, if you're looking for a budget remote with playback funcitions only, then the RM-M21 would be a suitable alternative. The one that comes with the RH10 I dont think is worth since you could save some extra bucks and get a LCD remote like the RM33EL which is a very good alternative (eBay, Planetminidisc, Audiocubes, etc.), nevertheless this remote is a NetMD remote so there's some HiMD icons won't show up but all functions will be available http://www.minidisc.org/sonyim/mz_n510_large.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lixuelai Posted May 7, 2005 Report Share Posted May 7, 2005 RM33EL is basically the same unit that comes with the Japanese RH10. Except it has no kanji display and probably the animations are not as good but the general functions are very similar. Anyway you can get it for 15 bucks if your lucky on ebay. So it is a steal compared to the RM35ELK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
storyteller Posted May 8, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2005 Ebay research reveals the following lowest average prices over the past few weeks (including shipping, which on ebay seems to be where sellers hide their profit-taking): the Rm-Mc33EL around $30, the Rm-mc40 $58. Is the "40" worth double the price, in anyone's opinion? Thanks for all the helpGreg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiesto Posted May 9, 2005 Report Share Posted May 9, 2005 (edited) Is the "40" worth double the price, in anyone's opinion?YES in my experience the rm-mc40elk remote is worth the price, I have the mc38el (same mc33el but for himd units) and the mc40elk, let me tell you that it's really an advantage to have 3 lines and jog dial so you can actually scroll through tracks/albums before to listen them, also you can check the levels for a live recording and it's the coolest MD remote on the market right now Read here for more info about the mc40elk remote: http://www.minidisc.org/manuals/sony/Sony_...tion_manual.pdfOn the other hand, the mc33el remote (NetMD remote) is a good alternative, the only complaint I have is I must go one at a time, track/album after track/album, to pick up the one I want. But if you can afford the mc40elk then go for it otherwise the mc33el is for you.[attachmentid=247] Edited May 9, 2005 by Tiesto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvadragon Posted May 9, 2005 Report Share Posted May 9, 2005 MEh! thats y ur meant to do ur research b4 u buy ur electronics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsoul Posted May 9, 2005 Report Share Posted May 9, 2005 YES in my experience the rm-mc40elk remote is worth the price, I have the mc38el (same mc33el but for himd units) and the mc40elk, let me tell you that it's really an advantage to have 3 lines and jog dial so you can actually scroll through tracks/albums before to listen them, also you can check the levels for a live recording and it's the coolest MD remote on the market right now Read here for more info about the mc40elk remote: http://www.minidisc.org/manuals/sony/Sony_...tion_manual.pdfOn the other hand, the mc33el remote (NetMD remote) is a good alternative, the only complaint I have is I must go one at a time, track/album after track/album, to pick up the one I want. But if you can afford the mc40elk then go for it otherwise the mc33el is for you.[attachmentid=247]←I noticed you have the NH900. I had that in combo with the 40ELK and it worked great. However, when I tried the 40ELK on my RH10, it was very limited, especially the backlight functions. With the NH900, I could set the backlight to always stay on, which was vital for concert recordings. I never could access that option with the RH10. Not sure if that would be the same with the RH910. I now have a RH910 but my 40ELK was sold with my NH900. Anybody have a RH910 and 40ELK combo? Can you attest to the backlight functions? In the meantime, the 38ELK will do the job for me. Still can't get the backlight functions to stay on with the RH10 or RH910. Just thought I would put these experiences in the thread before someone goes and spends $50 to $80 for a nice 40ELK that won't stay lit with the RH10 or RH910 (maybe). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiesto Posted May 9, 2005 Report Share Posted May 9, 2005 I had that in combo with the 40ELK and it worked great. However, when I tried the 40ELK on my RH10, it was very limited, especially the backlight functions. Why does Sony do such things? maybe to force you to rely on its new OEL display ... but if this is true then the rh910 is likely limited as well (same firmware), which would make no sense, however this has to be confirmed. Why not just Sony lets it as an user option? or it's just the NA version? maybe we must give a call to the H-Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Posted May 9, 2005 Report Share Posted May 9, 2005 If I had the RH10, I wouldn't dream of using a remote with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
storyteller Posted May 14, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 Just a follow-up: I ended up finding a reasonable ebay deal ($30 incl. shipping) on the Rm-mc38el...I'll try it for awhile, & if the experience is lacking, I guess I'll resell it and go for the 40...Thanks for all the input!Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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