Hi, I might buy a universal remote but apparently the prices are really higher here in Europe. So if I find a good remote (I'm planning to buy the sony since I only have 4 equipements to control and a small budget) at a good price on an american website: can I buy it?

I mean are the IR codes in Europe and America similar or at least compatible (since all my equipement is Sony I would like to be able to use the preprogrammed functions)?

Thanks