Even a verified Remocon RMC166HS can encounter issues. Here is the official troubleshooting guide.

Problem: Remote works intermittently.

Problem: Code for my new LG TV doesn't work.

Problem: The remote ate my batteries overnight.

Problem: The learning function fails on the "Power" key.

| Software | Compatibility | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Kodi | Full | All keys mapped correctly. Numeric keys for seeking. | | Plex HTPC | Full | Playback, navigation, and context menu work. | | VLC Media Player | Full | Global hotkeys supported. | | Spotify (Desktop) | Partial | Play/pause/next/previous work; mouse mode needed for playlists. | | YouTube (Browser) | Partial | Spacebar for pause; use mouse emulation for clicks. | | PowerDVD | Full | Certified for Blu-ray playback control. |

Once you have a verified RMC166HS, you can unlock hidden features:

| Model | IR/BT | Mouse Emulation | Numeric Pad | Price Range | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | RMC-166HS | IR | Yes | Yes | $20–30 | | Microsoft All-in-One | RF (2.4GHz) | Yes (trackpad) | No | $25–35 | | FLIRC + universal remote | IR (custom) | No | Depends | $25+ | | Air mouse remotes | RF + Gyro | Yes (gyro) | Often | $15–40 |

Verdict: The RMC-166HS is ideal for users who want a traditional, lightweight TV-remote experience with physical numeric keys. If you need gyro cursor control or Bluetooth, look elsewhere.

The learning memory on a verified unit is EEPROM-based, meaning it retains your custom-learned keys even if the batteries are removed for 6+ months. Fakes use volatile memory that resets instantly.