Jack,

Yes, that's what makes it so strange, the Pronto is able to control every other function as well as all my other components. The RC2000 had no problems including controlling the power.

I suppose a possible workaround to turn the unit on would be to use either the disc eject or play buttons (both commands turn the unit on if it is powered off). Not sure how I'll turn it off though. If anyone finds a solution *please* let me know, lest I have to actually get up out of the chair ;)