Remote Technologies Inc. (RTI) SURFiR

For Apple™ enthusiasts, RTI’s SURFiR is a low-cost companion remote designed for use with an iPad™, iPod touch™, or iPhone™ running the RTiPanel app, with support for Android™ and similar devices in the future. Providing an affordable alternative to dedicated touchpanel controllers, the SURFiR allows users to incorporate the touchscreen devices that they already own as the main graphical interface for their control system, while adding the convenience of tactile control with hard buttons, and eliminating the numerous screen swipes needed for control tasks that require frequent interaction, such as watching TV. In addition, the SURFiR conveniently keeps track of the device that is being controlled by the smartphone or tablet. A stylish handheld remote with a contemporary look and feel, the SURFiR can be used with any of RTI’s powerful XP control processors.

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Features

Designed to enhance the experience of using an iPad™, iPod touch™, or iPhone™ for system control, the SURFiR companion remote represents a revolutionary new concept for control. With this cost-effective approach, consumers can add the many conveniences of using a dedicated touchpanel controller - such as hard buttons for tactile control and instant connectivity - while still using the touchscreen devices they own as the main graphical interface. As the user changes the electronics under control by the RTiPanel app, the SURFiR follows, ensuring instant access to the device that is being used. Now the user can utilize their tablet or smartphone for all the things they want to do, such as browsing Facebook™, reading, playing games, etc. The result is all the elements of a high-end control system in a low-cost package. In addition, the SURFiR adds a touch of style to any setting with a contemporary look and feel that perfectly complements the sleek design of Apple™ products.

Benefits

Many consumers love using their tablet or smartphone as the primary controller for their electronics system. However, using such devices comes with a few limitations, including the lack of hard buttons for tactile control, connectivity issues, and the numerous screen swipes it takes to accomplish simple adjustments, such as turning down the volume on the TV. The SURFiR companion remote offers a one-of-a-kind solution that overcomes the inherent limitations of tablets and smartphones as primary controllers, delivering a unique solution for consumers that provides all the elements of a robust, high-end control system - in a seamless, low-cost package. As a companion to the iPad™, iPhone™, and iPod touch™, the controller provides instant connectivity and hard buttons for tactile control, eliminating the need for swipes or switching between applications on devices to perform basic control functions. For installers, the SURFiR is designed to work with any of RTI's XP control processors, keeping programming to a minimum, lowering installation costs, and making it simple to integrate into any system.

Company Info

Remote Technologies Inc. (RTI) Products

RTiPanel

he RTiPanel app provides consumers with complete control over any RTI XP remote processor, and all connected electronic systems, from the convenience of their iPod touch™, iPhone™, or iPad™.

SURFiR

Designed for use with any Apple™ iPad™, iPod touch™, or iPhone™, the SURFiR companion remote optimizes the control experience by adding instant connectivity and tactile control with hard buttons.

XP-3

The impressive feature set of the XP-3 includes, a built-in ZigBee™ RF transceiver, support for Virtual Panel and RTiPanel apps, and the ability to receive two-way feedback from third-party devices.