Attention boat lovers! The new Alpine RUE-M1RF marine remote control kit is compatible with Alpine head units that offers the steering wheel remote-control ready feature. The remote included in this kit floats, is water resistant, and works on RF frequency for improved controls.
Extended Operation
Previous Extended Operation remotes typically used infrared (IR) designs, which made them poorly suited for the outdoor boating environment because sun reflection interfered with the IR remote eye. The new Alpine RUE-M1RF and RUE-M1EX marine remote system uses RF (radio frequency) technology to avoid this problem. Now you can control your sound system with the remote from up to 100 feet away!
Included in the Kit
The Alpine RUE-M1RF kit comes with an RF receiver that plugs into the steering wheel remote control jack and one remote control. Additional single remotes may be purchased separately (model Alpine RUE-M1EX).
Extra Features
The Alpine RUE-M1RF remote comes with a holder that the remote can clip into to prevent it from getting tossed overboard in rough waters. You can also string the remote through a lanyard and hang it up to prevent loss. For huge boats, or remote lovers, you can program up to seven additional RUE-M1EX remotes to have a system with eight total remotes!
Protections:
- ATSM-B117 Testing for salt/fog to prevent corrosion
- UV weathering resistance (ASTM G154/D4329)
- NEMA IP67 Tested for resistance to dust and water submersion
Item includes a 30 days SonicElectronix.com warranty.
Alpine products are warranted solely by Sonic Electronix, Inc. under the same period and terms as the original Alpine warranty. Sonic Electronix is not an Authorized Alpine Dealer and Alpine requires all merchandise purchased by Sonic Electronix customers to be returned solely to Sonic Electronix. Alpine products are also covered by our Standard Return Policy for returns on exchanges or refunds within 30 days from the date of purchase.
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Rod from Pittsboro, IN
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I have this installed in a 25 ft poontoon. Cannot use in the water off the boat. I would like to find a booster for the range.
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I have a convertible....I can control my system from out side the car... dont have to point a remote at the stereo... just push up or down. simple easy to use.. easy to install love it recomended...
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Remote is simple and easy to install but I had to move the transmitter closer because the range is not as advertised.
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Harley from The Home of the Buckeyes
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I needed a remote that could control the head unit installed in my '56 Ford hot rod. The head unit is hidden in the glove box, about 5 feet away from the driver's seat and behind a very heavy steel door (like they USED to make cars).
The RUE-M1RF was the perfect solution. Even though the receiver is sealed away in the glove box, I have complete control of the sound system without having to take my eyes off the road.
I highly recommend this product.
Also, the person at Sonic who worked with me figure out what I needed was very helpful. He took the time to explain how this remote was different from the standard piece and what I'd need to do to install it. Shipping was quick and the transaction was very smooth.
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John from Midlothian, VA
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I have this unit attached to my Alpine DVA-9861 on my 40' boat. The Head Unit is below in the living quarters and the remote is up at the bridge. The RF receiver plugs into the back of the HU where the steering wheel control would attach. The attachment looks like a little headphone jack and there is also a +/- attachment and another wire that you attach to 12v to link the remote to the receiver. The little headphone plug could be improved- when you attach the receiver and then cram it into the Nav. station below, there's a good chance that you will knock the plug loose. I ended up using some electrical tape to secure it in place.
The remote unit that I keep at the helm is small and fits tightly into the little mounting attachment. I ditched the mounting attachment and put some velcro on the back side of this. I have the remote attached up under a concealed place in a little cut-out cubby. The velcro works well and it keeps the remote out of the weather and out of sight.
Performance- I specifically ordered this unit because it would allow me to control the volume etc. from the helm-- this is not 'line of sight' where IR would work OK. On the other hand, it is only about 15 feet fromt he helm to the Nav station below. There seems to be a slight delay between pushing the button and getting the expected result from the HU. Sometimes this is 5 seconds or more before anything happens-- then when something does happen, it goes very quickly-- like turning the volume all the way down instead of just a little bit. It may take some getting used to. The buttons also seem a little 'sticky' in that they do not release smoothly- I may have just received a faulty unit. Overall though it works as advertised for the most part and it sure beats going below to make any adjustments.
Overall, for a hundred bucks, I was expecting something that was a little better.
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