Need a replacement remote control...

[plastic penguin]

...for my Arcam. Contacted a dealer to see whether they had one lying around. I've also looked on the auction sites. No joy.

Any ideas where I can get hold of a CR224 or similar to work the CD73?

 

[shafesk]

Hey pp, I'm sorry I can't help you with the replacement problem. I would suggest you give universal remotes a try. I have a harmony 525 and love it to bits, set up was a breeze, none of those pesky remote codes...you simply connect the remote to your computer and select your devices from a list. The harmony 300i is the screenless version which equals better battery life and is on a certain online shopping website named after a river in America (hope you solve that mystery) for 16 pounds.

 

[plastic penguin]

Hey pp, I'm sorry I can't help you with the replacement problem. I would suggest you give universal remotes a try. I have a harmony 525 and love it to bits, set up was a breeze, none of those pesky remote codes...you simply connect the remote to your computer and select your devices from a list. The harmony 300i is the screenless version which equals better battery life and is on a certain online shopping website named after a river in America (hope you solve that mystery) for 16 pounds.

Ta, shafesk. The problem is that the CDP will be sold sooner rather than later (2-3 months approx) and it would be nice to sell the CDP as a complete package. More immediately, Mrs. P likes using the simple remote. Once the new CDP or DAC is installed then I'll think about an all-in-one remote.

 

[Crocodile]

What's wrong with the old one?

 

[plastic penguin]

What's wrong with the old one?

It is a dead remote; it's no more; A has been remote...

Been on the blink for a while. Tried changing the batteries, but to no avail.

 

[Crocodile]

IR remotes are pretty simple devices so fixing it may be a possibilty.

Firstly, establish if any IR is being emitted by viewing the emitter through a digital camera/camera phone. The emitter will glow brightly through the camera when a button is pressed. If it doesn't there are three likely causes.

Assuming that the batteries are good, there could be some corrosion/dirt on the battery terminals or the connection to the PCB could have become "dry". This is essentially a crack in the solder joint resulting in no power. The joint can be simply remade with a little fresh solder & a soldering iron.

Similarly, one of the joints to the LED emitter itself may have become dry & the same fix applies.

Intermittent buttons or needing hard presses is likely to be dirty contacts on the keypad/ PCB. These can be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol but don't rub too hard as you can damage either surface.

The most difficult task is likely to be getting it apart in the first place! After removing any screws, an old credit card run between the two halves will usually pop the clips that hold it together. If you're going to bin it anyway you've got nothing to lose.

 

[eggontoast]

Item number 261060995195 would work, bit expensive though. The Arcam remotes come up on eBay regular just be patient, in fact you just missed a cr-224

 

[Anonymous]

There is a VERY slim chance I still have the remote from my CD82 that got blown up by a thunder storm.

I have to put a load of camping stuff back in the attic tomorrow so I'll see if it's still there. Don't hold your breath though...

 

[plastic penguin]

There is a VERY slim chance I still have the remote from my CD82 that got blown up by a thunder storm.

I have to put a load of camping stuff back in the attic tomorrow so I'll see if it's still there. Don't hold your breath though...

Cheers.

 

[nlanks]

This should do you

http://www.technosound.co.uk/eShop/RemotesReplacement.html

£30 delivered, brand new, genuine Arcam. I bought one a few months ago, takes 3 weeks to arrive as they are sourced on request.

 

[shafesk]

Hello again PP,

if you really need that remote then I would suggest taking it to a repair shop, I think it'll be cheaper and easier than getting a new one. RS have a service center and they repair a vast range of electronics.

 

[Crocodile]

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[Al ears]

There is a CR235 going on the Weymouthhifi shop on the 'bay but its a bit pricey at £33

 

[scene]

I resorted to that great standby of eBay for a replacement for my avr250's remote. Got an upgraded one for about £25-30, which isn't a bad price.

 

[plastic penguin]

What alternative remotes can I use with the 73? It needs to have all the functions of the 224 but won't need DVD or AV section.

 

[Al ears]

Arcam CR314 or replacements for that model (which are a lot cheaper)

 

[plastic penguin]

I'll root around until one crops up.

When I spoke the dealer he said he would sell me a new one for over £100. Sure he would - must be having a laugh.

 

[plastic penguin]

Located a remote from Unilet Sound and Vision. Spoke to Amit and should be in on Saturday.

Cheers to Amit and all from Custom cable.

 

[plastic penguin]

:cheer: :bounce: :dance:

It's arrived from Arcam. Going to pick it up later today. Only taken 3 weeks.

 

[chebby]

:cheer: :bounce: :dance:

It's arrived from Arcam. Going to pick it up later today. Only taken 3 weeks.

How much?

 

[plastic penguin]

:cheer: :bounce: :dance:

It's arrived from Arcam. Going to pick it up later today. Only taken 3 weeks.

How much?

£25.00 brand new allegedly.

 

[chebby]

:cheer: :bounce: :dance:

It's arrived from Arcam. Going to pick it up later today. Only taken 3 weeks.

How much?

£25.00 brand new allegedly.

Please name the dealer who wanted to charge £100.

 

[plastic penguin]

No idea. There are lots of Arcam remotes suitable for the 73 but also have functions for AV/DVD/amplifiers which are around £35.00. They won't be used. Rather pay £25 when most of the functions will be used. Here's one example: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Arcam-CR-314-Remote-Control-CD72-CD93-DV88-DV89-CD92-CD-Players-/261060995195?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_Video_RemoteControls&hash=item3cc872a87b

Techno Sounds sell the same remote as mine for £35. So I'm pretty happy to pay £25 from a company I know and trust.

 

[plastic penguin]

Yup, a brand new remote from the DIVA range. Strange but true.

Almost bought a Arcam CD37. It was sitting there saying: "Come closer my dear penguin, I need you..." blimey the imagination has run amok. Certainly offered a good price... and it's in SILVER! Apparently Arcam have stopped making silver 37s.