Bluesound RC1 IR remote control for Bluesound systems

Name: Bluesound RC1
Brand: Bluesound
SKU: 813RC1
Price: 89.0 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (23 reviews)

Item # 813RC1

The RC1 lets you remotely control the players in your Bluesound multi-room wireless system — without your phone.

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The RC1 lets you remotely control the players in your Bluesound multi-room wireless system — without your phone.

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The Bluesound RC1 is about the simplest way to control your Bluesound wireless multi-room audio system. The remote comes pre-loaded with Bluesound IR codes. Just pop in the included batteries — no set up necessary. And when it comes to operation, the RC1 makes a great alternative to using your smartphone.

The remote operates compatible Bluesound speakers, sound bars, streamers, and amplifiers using line-of-sight IR (infrared) commands. But that's not all. It can send commands through that player to other Bluesound speakers, soundbars, or streaming amplifiers in your home, controlling your entire Bluesound wireless system. The RC1 also has ten music presets, so you can quickly access your favourite sources.

Note: The RC1 is only compatible with Bluesound Gen 2 and Gen2i players running BluOS 3.6.2 or later.

Product highlights:

For Bluesound Gen 2 and Gen2i speakers, streamers, and amplifiers
simple ergonomic design
IR codes for Bluesound players built-in for immediate use
10 music presets
simple ergonomic design
uses two 3V batteries (included)
warranty: 1 year
MFR # RC1
Item # 813RC1

What's in the box:

IR remote control
Two 3V CR2032 lithium batteries

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Features

Bluesound Remote Control: The Bluesound RC1 is an IR remote control for Bluesound Gen 2 and Gen 2i speakers, soundbars, streamers, and amplifiers running BluOS 3.6.2 or later. The RC1 remote gives you convenient control over your Bluesound component with simple setup. Its streamlined button layout and dedicated controls let you easily control playback without having to use the BluOS Controller app on your smartphone or tablet. Plus, with the Bluesound RC1 remote control, you can set-up and program up to 10 presets inside the BluOS Controller app and enjoy your favorite albums, playlists, and radio stations with a single touch of the remote.

IR Commands: The RC1 remote uses IR commands that let you point-and-control your compatible Bluesound speakers, streamers, and amplifiers without needing to use the BluOS Controller app on your smartphone or tablet device every time.
Simple Setup: Simply point the RC1 remote control at any Bluesound Gen 2 or Gen 2i speaker, streamer, or amplifier to start and use the BluOS Controller app on your smartphone or tablet device to configure presets.

Controls: The Bluesound RC1 remote includes the following control buttons.

Power On/Off
Play/Pause
Previous/Next Track
Select Up/Down
Volume Up/Down
Mute
1-10 Presets
Display Brightness Level

Note: The buttons are not backlit.

Batteries: The Bluesound RC1 remote is powered by two CR2032 3V lithium "coin-type" batteries (included). The battery compartment is located on the back of the remote and simply pries open to install the batteries. The batteries install with the etched letter facing up.

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1 question already asked

Is the RC1 compatible with the 2021 generation Powernode?

george Jan 26, 2022

2 answers

It is working fine with my 2021 node 2i. The power node just adds an internal amplifier so I would assume it would work fine as well.

robert Jan 26, 2022

I still haven't figured out how to use all of its features..it works with 2021 power node

michael Jan 26, 2022

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