[Electronics-talk] Bose radio

Thu Oct 25 18:51:11 UTC 2012

I guess I'm not so cynical to think that AV companies are moving
functionality to the remote just to drive more remote sales. It probably
does save them money though, since it's probably cheaper to put buttons
and controls on a remote than it is on the receiver itself. Of course,
it is cheaper for the customer to replace a remote than it is the
receiver, so that's a benefit to the customer in a way. I also figured
this is mostly due to how people use their receivers. For example, my
receiver is tucked away in a closet, so the whole idea is to access it
with the remote and not to use the face of the receiver at all.

If I were to replace a remote, I'd go with a universal remote that
wouldn't necessarily even be from the same company who put out the
receiver. I think the two universal remotes I use now aren't related at
all to any of the components I have. Some receivers and AV components
can also be controlled with smart phone apps. For example, I don't think
there's anything I can't do on my TiVo with the TiVo app on my iPhone,
which happens to be completely accessible, as far as I can tell.

On 25/10/12 13:30, Shannon Cook wrote:
> Good Question.  I guess you'd just have to buy a new one.  Fortunately, since we also have the CD add on, we have a second identical remote that would be a back up.    I have had the same thought though that too many items are remote controlled only.  Such is the way of the world we live in.  I guess that is why they did add some features on the new version to allow for some control from the radio itself.  Not sure if other functions are possible without the remote.
> 
> Shannon Cook
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Electronics-talk [mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Gerald Levy
> Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2012 2:16 PM
> To: Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances
> Subject: Re: [Electronics-talk] Accessible stereo systems?
> 
> 
> How do you operate the unit if you lose or break the remote?  This seems to
> be another annoying trend.  Manufacturers have lately been  omitting many
> basic functions from their receiver/stereo units themselves in favor of
> locating them on the remote only.  This way, if you break or lose the
> remote, they can force you to pay an arm and a leg for a new one.  Some of
> the buttons on the remote for my ten year old Technics stereo receiver no
> longer work, but a replacement remote would cost about $50 or $60, so I will
> probably just purchase a new receiver if the remote completely dies.
> 
> Gerald
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Shannon Cook" <SCook at sccb.sc.gov>
> To: "Frida Aizenman" <aizenman at earthlink.net>; "Discussion of accessible
> electronics and appliances" <electronics-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2012 1:02 PM
> Subject: Re: [Electronics-talk] Accessible stereo systems?
> 
> 
>> Hi again,
>>
>> It is the Bose Wave Radio, second generation.  They now have a third
>> generation that is very similar with a few upgrades.  Otherwise, I could
>> not tell you an exact model number since they do not have varied styles.
>> The first generation had buttons on the unit.  The second generation has
>> the buttons on the remote only.  The third has buttons on the remote and
>> now you can turn it on and off by touching a spot on the main unit itself.
>>
>> Shannon Cook
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Electronics-talk [mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>> Behalf Of Frida Aizenman
>> Sent: Wednesday, October 24, 2012 4:35 PM
>> To: Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances
>> Subject: Re: [Electronics-talk] Accessible stereo systems?
>>
>> On this listserv, someone commented that it would be helpful if a person
>> mentions the model's name when talking about a product.
>> I think that would be much appreciated.
>> Cordially,
>> Frida
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Shannon Cook" <SCook at sccb.sc.gov>
>> To: "Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances"
>> <electronics-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Wednesday, October 24, 2012 12:10 PM
>> Subject: Re: [Electronics-talk] Accessible stereo systems?
>>
>>
>>> I have a Bose and really enjoy it.  The buttons are raised and do not
>>> change function.  They are on the remote itself.  It has auxiliary
>>> connections for MP3 and Stream hookup.  It does not have the detachable
>>> speakers or a cassette deck, but is a good size.  You can take it from
>>> room
>>> to room if you want.  Just my two cents on the subject.
>>>
>>> Shannon Cook
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Electronics-talk [mailto:electronics-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>>> Behalf Of Ghost Child
>>> Sent: Saturday, October 20, 2012 4:42 AM
>>> To: 'Discussion of accessible electronics and appliances'
>>> Subject: [Electronics-talk] Accessible stereo systems?
>>>
>>> Hi All,
>>>
>>>     I've been hunting rather fruitlessly for a decent-sized but not large
>>> and elaborate stereo system with quality sound, including subwoofer, that
>>> isn't so digital that a totally blind person can't use it.  A lot of
>>> these
>>> systems do have actual buttons, but they change function depending on how
>>> many times one presses them, which is absolutely no help to me.  I'm
>>> looking
>>> for a system with detached speakers, (i.e. not a boom box,) a CD player,
>>> radio, a way to play auxiliary devices through it such as an MP3 player
>>> or
>>> Victor Reader Stream, and, if possible, a recording cassette deck, though
>>> that I'm willing to do without.  I want something with a good strong
>>> clear
>>> sound and quality bass response, not muddy or tinny.
>>>
>>>     I have an old Aiwa boom box, but I'm looking for a real stereo system
>>> with speakers I can position separately, including the subwoofer, and
>>> that
>>> I
>>> can hear properly in something bigger than a dorm room!  Anyone have any
>>> suggestions that won't cost me thousands of dollars and will have
>>> individual, tactile buttons for each feature?
>>>
>>>     Thanks for any advice and/or experiences you can share.
>>>
>>> Sincerely,
>>> Becky C.
>>>
>>>
>>>
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