Bad remote???

[Sorcerer13]

My dog 'ate' my FVP-500T remote control, so I had to buy a replacement (remote control, not dog!) which I bought from
Remote Controls Shop
TW Electronics (Newbury) Ltd.
It works, but I have to press any 'control' buttons twice (not the numbers or the on-off button), which is irritating. I tried contacting the above shop, but despite repeated attempts I've had no reply.
Yes, I know I could probably return the remote under the 'fit for use' reason, but I just wondered if this was a common Humax problem with a simple resolution. Any ideas?

 

[Black Hole]

I just wondered if this was a common Humax problem

'course not. You've bought a knock-off remote.

 

[MartinLiddle]

'course not. You've bought a knock-off remote.

I have purchased a few Humax remotes from the Remote Control Shop and they have all appeared to be genuine Humax products and to function without any issues.

 

[Sorcerer13]

I actually bought two from "Remote Control Shop" ( I have two Humax boxes for different TVs) and although I only needed to replace one remote control, I thought buying a (relatively) cheap spare would be a good idea.
Both remotes have the same 'press twice' problem, so I think 'caveat emptor' from Black Hole might be appropriate.
I have ordered another remote direct from Humax, and I'll report on its effectiveness when I receive it...