Too bad someone from MTH (Andy E?) wasn't reading this thread. Probably figure these comments are minuscule and not representative of the real world or where the market is headed.
I agree with those saying they can operate DCS remote by feel without having to keep reading the screen. All I really use DCS remote for is speed and direction mainly by feel. I can do the same with my TV recorder remote hitting play, fast fwd, fast rev, and pause by feel.
As far as component obsolescence, MTH will keep hitting this wall no matter whether building the TIU, WIFI interface, the remote or PS3/4/5/6/etc.
I had the same "fun" in aviation when a vendor sent out notice that XYZ chip will stop manufacture at such date and to send in last buy orders. So we need a crystal ball and hope 2000 (maybe 20K? or should it be 200K?) pieces will cover all build orders as well as future field repair requirements? And what if anticipated orders don't materialize now we are stuck with tied up money in "obsolete" parts.
As for me I will buy several remotes just for safety.
