Extender

An Extender is a way of reprogramming a remote to provided a higher degree of customization.

Advantages

 * You can install a macro or keymove on to any key, including the device keys (TV, VCR, etc).
 * You have more memory for macros and keymoves.
 * Macros can call other macros.
 * Macros run much faster.
 * Special protocols for:
 * 1) Pause
 * 2) Device Specific Macros
 * 3) ToadTog
 * 4) Long Key Press
 * 5) Double Key Press
 * Logical devices

Disadvantages

 * No support for device scans.
 * No support for commercial skip.
 * Cannot directly type EFC codes.
 * No support for long press of the setup button for internal remote commands.

Links

 * Beginner's Extender FAQ