If you want to clean up your home theater setup by putting all the devices in a closet, your remote control won’t work anymore. That’s because remote controls work by using Infrared (IR) signals, which can only work through "line of sight".
That’s why you need an IR extender. This kit will provide all the parts you need to extend your IR signal to wherever you are hiding all of your equipment. That way you get the clean, professional look you want, but you are still able to use all of your remotes to control your home theater equipment.
How it Works
The two wall plates connect to each other via any 4-conductors such as 4 wires from a networking cable. It can control up to 6 different devices with the included dual-head emitters. After installation all that you can see is a small wall plate.
Specifications
Please Note
- This product is NOT compatible with the following models of the AT&T U-verse cable box:
- Cisco Explorer 4642HDC, IPN 4320, IPN 330HD and the Motorola VIP series. There are other models of the U-verse that are also likely incompatible with the BlastIR.
IR Connecting Block Wall Plate
- Provides one IR receiver input and three IR emitter outputs
- Works with practically all brands of Audio/Video IR remote controls
- 12VDC status input jack and LED indicator
- Interface: 3.5mm mini plug (for receiver and emitters)
- Terminal block (for CAT5)
- Dimension: 114mm x 70mm x 37mm (including blank wall plate)
- Power supply: 12VDC, 200mA
In-Wall IR Receiver Wall Plate
- Designed to be surface mounted for multiple applications
- Works with practically all brands of Audio/Video IR remote controls
- IR receiving: 18' - 30' (remote control dependent)
- Frequency range: 34 - 60 kHz
- Dimension: 114mm x 70mm x 18mm
- Power supply: 12VDC, 200mA
Single IR Emitter
- Designed to be surface mounted for multiple applications
- Works with practically all brands of Audio/Video IR remote controls
- Operation Frequency: 38 - 56KHz
- Interface: 3.5mm mini plug
- Cable length: 9 feet
- Includes adhesive tape for IR mounting.
Dual IR Emitter
- Designed to be surface mounted for multiple applications
- Works with practically all brands of Audio/Video IR remote controls
- Operation Frequency: 38 - 56KHz
- Interface: 3.5mm mini plug
- Cable length: 9 feet
- Includes adhesive tape for IR mounting.
Package Contents
- 1 - In-Wall IR Connecting Block Wall Plate
- 1 - In-Wall IR Receiver Wall Plate
- 2 - Dual IR Emitters
- 1 - Power Supply
Videos
Troubleshooting IR Repeaters
If you're having trouble with your BlastIR Wall Plate kit, there are some simple things you can do to troubleshoot the problem. This video will walk you through the steps. Even though we use a BlastIR classic, the same techniques to check the IR signal apply.
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Warren Howell Worked perfectly.
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Randy It works great and installation was easy once I figured out what was needed. I wish they had more detailed instructions for novices like me and an instructional video for this specific wall unit.
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Gregg Lockwood Of course I got everything but forgot to get the cable to connect the two plates. It would be nice to have that as an option.
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Customer Part Number: SW-29310
Pros: Easy install clean looking Cons: Works best with a box for a wall mount Would like to see the ability to mount into the side if a TV or something like thatOther:
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Ian Thompson Part Number: SW-29310
Pros: Excellent value and good service works using 100 feet of cable between the two units flawlesslyCons: Other: