AX-1400 series of remotes. In many ways the AX1400 software suite is similar in function to the RMIR suite. Both have controlled device and remote configuration files. They both connect the PC and the remote (RM-AX1400) via a USB cable.
Sony replaces the AX1400 suite with the AX4000 suite. Both are beyond end of live
That is why I purchased an AR branded ARRX18G. Just my luck, they have been discontinued 
At last, over the last two years, this site has developed support for this remote 
.My plan is to create a library of device configurations (.rmdu)for all of my devices. I have used the Sony Master list, referenced on the JP1 Main Page. I also have a spreadsheet sourced from Remote Central. Another spreadsheet was sourced from a AVS Forum Onkyo receiver/pre-processor thread. Once I have assembled all of the rmdu's needed I will add the devices to my ARRX18G and Nevo C2 configurations (.rmir).
I hope I can set up macros that can operate the four switches I need to watch the TV, a dvr, or a movie
Any advise would be greatly appreciated On the JP1 - Beginners Forum Glossary, please add a entry for file extensions used by RMIR. I used RegEdit to see which file extensions were added: .rmir (RMremote Config) and .rmdu (RMDevice Upgrade). Also, RMIR is listed as the Java version of IR program, so I guess it should also say that it is a file extension
I have a couple of questions. Is there a way to get the Volume buttons to repeat sending the signal (typematic?).
How does one send more that one function per button? On my AX-1400 I had several functions tied to a single button. I used the learned key feature. I may be able to use the macro feature instead.
Carl