Black Pico remotes use two-button layouts for basic on/off or power control, while three- and four-button raise/lower layouts add dimming controls and, on supported versions, a favorite preset button. Four-button scene layouts assign separate buttons to preset scenes such as Bright, Entertain, Relax, and Off, while other icon layouts provide on/off control for two light groups.

Black Pico remotes can be mounted on hard surfaces such as drywall or glass, or installed in a standard decorator opening with a compatible wallplate, without new control wiring. They can also be used as tabletop controls, handheld remotes, or controls clipped to a car visor.

Black Pico remotes are battery-operated and do not require external power or communication wiring; the assortment supports long battery service, with CR2032 batteries specified for several models. They communicate wirelessly over a low-interference RF channel, allowing installers to add control points without running new signal cable when paired with compatible system equipment.

Gloss black Pico remotes have a smoother, more reflective appearance, while satin black remotes have a softer, less reflective finish. Both fit the same Pico installation options, including wall-mount, tabletop, handheld, and visor-mounted setups, so the finish affects appearance rather than installation fit.