Ok, not that any of this really matters because in the long run I am not looking for disagreements.

However the Xantech MRC is shipping and has been for awhile. It is 8 source audio/video 8 zones 6x35watts it is also expandable up to 16zones as well as being RS232 controllable. The MRC Keypads are very customer friendly as well as back lit and programmable up to 40codes per button. Even if this new and improved system were not available the older yet rock solid ZPR68-10 and keypads work excellent in conjuction with "any remote". Not to mention easy source selection and a global key for all zones. I know these work I have installed them myself many times in the past.

I am not a Xantech junkie at all I sell and install other systems as well but when it comes to simplicity in use and the hands down best IR transfer out there Xantech is the leader.