Crestron Offers New Waterproof Remote

"Crestron UFO provides all the benefits of an extended wireless coverage remote without the worries of water damage. There are all sorts of uses for a waterproof remote that floats," said Sean Goldstein, Crestron VP of marketing. "In addition to obvious applications such as hot tubs, pools and yachts, it's very popular in hospital operating rooms where everything must be sterilized. The UFO can be submerged in sanitizing liquid without being affected."

The buoyant, saucer-shaped remote gives users the convenience of controlling entertainment systems, lighting, thermostats, security systems, and other connected devices without worrying about water damage. UFO is ideal for indoor and outdoor use in or around pools, hot tubs, bathtubs, spas, and on yachts.

The intuitive user interface features customizable menus with full-color icons, making it easy to select room location, music or video source, choose a radio station, TV channel, or media title, and access lighting controls and other functions. Molded in a rugged, rubberized outer skin, UFO is resistant to damage from chlorine, salt water, and sterilization solutions. The ruggedized construction of the remote provides an added level or protection against elements.

With the tap of a finger, UFO provides extended wireless coverage and two-way feedback from a bright 2.8-inch active-matrix color LCD display. UFO works like an IR remote with instant response, with all the benefits of 2-way RF. Using Crestron 2.4 GHz RF wireless technology allows extended coverage performance up to 200 feet indoors, and 1000 feet outdoors using the optional Extended Range RF Wireless Gateway.

Additionally, UFO extends battery life up to one week by slipping into a virtual sleep mode within seconds when idle. Instant-Waking revives UFO instantly with the press of any button, and button commands can be sent immediately without the connection delays common with Wi-Fi remotes, according to Crestron. The included indoor docking station provides a convenient means for charging the remote's internal battery.

An optional outdoor docking station provides a weatherproof charging solution and an ideal wall mount dock for both outdoor and indoor applications.

What do you think?  Ugly, no way it would be in my home.  I love it, waterproof and a color LCD, unheard of.  Let us know your thoughts on our Facebook page or send a tweet on Twitter.  Of course there is always traditional ways to contact us:

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Jared, Owner: 1-203-659-4734 [email protected]
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