Definitely good info Ron. But at this point everything is working fine. Don't need the original remote except when we move on to the next CG. The universal remote does everything needed day-to-day, even when un-hooking/re-hooking to the site cable service. I've filed your info for when the remote gets worse.
Dremel: haven't needed it yet, but it is definitely along for the ride -- wouldn't travel without it. And have a couple of handfuls of various small tools including electronic corrosion brushes (esp. good for leaky batteries), burnishers, de-burring tools, small screw drivers. Collected over many years. Don't take up much room, but are reassuring to have along.
Here's a remote story: we're on our 2nd Airedale. I've decided that these beasts should really be named Airehead Chowhounds. Came back into the living room, and my pal was chewing on the remote. As you can imagine, I was quite unhappy. Turned out, I had been handling the remote while eating fried chicken. Fortunately, didn't hurt the dog. I've come to respect your skills, Ron, but I'm pretty sure even you couldn't salvage that mess!
Totally off-topic, but I couldn't resist.
--Just George
