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Control Audio Video Components in Entertainment Cabinets or Equipment Closets using Existing IR Remote Controls
Smarthome Hidden IR Repeater System
Smarthome Hidden IR Repeater System
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What's Included IR Receiver Port IR Emitter Ports and Power Port
Using Hidden IR with a Plasma or an LCD TV
Smarthome Hidden IR Repeater System
Item# 59501
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Overview

  • Use an existing IR remote control to operate hidden audio video components
  • Allows IR signals to pass through solid doors or walls, line-of-sight to the components is not required
  • Four dual emitters allow for remote control of up to eight devices
  • Confirmation LED built-in to the IR receiver acknowledges receipt of IR commands
  • 40 foot range between an IR remote control and the IR receiver

Essential Info

The Smarthome Hidden IR Repeater System allows you to use an existing infrared (IR) remote control to operate up to eight audio/video (A/V) components located behind closed doors or walls in an entertainment cabinet or equipment closet. The built-in IR distribution technology gives you the ability to conceal, yet still control, bulky electronic equipment such as a cable or satellite TV receiver, stereo receiver or amplifier, CD player, DVD player, Blu-ray player, or virtually any component controlled by an IR signal. The system uses an IR receiver to take in the IR signals from an existing remote control and distribute those signals via IR emitters to A/V components. No more leaving cabinet doors open or struggling to remotely access your hidden equipment, you'll be able to control up to eight A/V components from up to 40 feet away with extreme reliability.

IR Repeater - Repeats Remote Control Signals to Another Room

Certain brands have been known not to work or have limited functionality including Scientific Atlanta, AT&T, U-Verse, Verizon FIOS and Direct TV.

Manuals/Software

What's Included

  • Hidden IR Repeater Box
  • Four (4) Dual Output Emitters with six foot cord and 1/8" mini-plug connector
  • IR Receiver with six foot cord and 4-pin DIN connector
  • Plug-in Power Supply with five foot cord and barrel connector
  • Two strips of Velcro with adhesive backing for mounting
  • Quick-Start Guide
  • More Info

    This new Hidden IR Repeater System features the following improvements over the previous model:
    • The IR receiver has an operating distance of 40 feet (formerly 30 feet)
    • There are only four dual emitters (instead of eight single emitters), making it easier to manage cables
    • The IR receiver has a compact, flat form factor (formerly large and round) for easier mounting
    • The IR emitters connect to the main hub via a 1/8" mini jack plug
    • The IR receiver connects to the main hub via a 4-pin DIN connector
    • A feedback LED indicator light has been built-in to the IR receiver (instead of being a separate component to plug in), making it easier to manage cables
    Easy Setup
    This home theater accessory is easy to use and sets up in minutes, your friends will think you had a pro install it! Start by mounting the Hidden IR repeater box in your equipment cabinet using the included Velcro tape. Plug the 1/8" mini jack plug end of the emitters into the repeater box and attach the other end (the emitters) to the IR window of each A/V component you wish to control. Next, plug the 4-pin DIN connector from the IR receiver into the repeater box and then place the other end (the IR receiver) in a location where it can receive direct line-of-sight signals from your IR remote control(s). Ideally this will be on a shelf or on an exposed part of the cabinet, the black color helps it hide beneath equipment or back in the shadows. Double sided tape has been pre-installed on the IR emitters and the IR receiver to make this process easier. That's it, now you can use your A/V remote control as usual, changing channels, scrolling through your CD, DVD or Blu-ray disk, all while the they are hidden from view. As an added feature, a confirmation LED indicator light has been built into the IR receiver to let you know when the system has received a remote control command.

    The included emitters can control many different A/V components. They're made of material that is transparent to IR light, so commands can still pass directly to individual components if desired. Each emitter cord is approximately six feet in length, with two emitters split off the of end; the emitter wires can be peeled away from each other to allow for a variety of mounting positions. If your equipment is located in a closet or rack more than six feet away from your monitor, add a 50 Foot IR Emitter Extension Cable to each emitter cable for added distance; two can be used for a distance up to 100 feet.

    Please Note: Placing two IR emitters on the same component will not improve performance.

    Although not designed to reject interference from plasma or LCD TVs, you can work around this by installing the IR receiver eye in an area that isn't exposed to the TV screen - at the back of a bookshelf, on the wall below or next to the TV - somewhere the eye can't "see" the TV image. Just make sure you still have a direct line of sight from the eye to your normal seating position.

    System Notes
    • Some A/V components, such as high-powered amplifiers and receiver, may require additional ventilation and will overheat in an enclosed cabinet and might require a cooling fan.
    • Protect the IR receiver from plasma screens and devices that emit too much low-frequency RF or an excess of ambient light, including direct sunlight, floodlights, and some halogen or fluorescent lamps
    • Avoid allowing IR emitter cables to block equipment doors and slots that may need to be opened from time to time
    • You'll enjoy increased range in dimmer applications, as this IR system has more sensitivity with less ambient light
    • If you prefer, attach an IR emitter to a shelf so that it is facing the component's IR eye and is within 3 inches of the eye. This will allow IR control without attaching the IR emitter directly to the component
    • Do not attempt to open the power supply or IR repeater box. Doing so will void your warranty
    • The Hidden IR is not weather-resistant. Do not expose this system to moisture
    • A 120 volt AC to 12 volt DC adapter is included. For use in 220/240 volt countries, use a locally obtained 220/240 VAC to 12 volt DC, 100 mA adapter

    Specifications

    Specifications

    Manufacturer:Smarthome
    Manufacturer Product No.:59501 - Smarthome Hidden IR Repeater System
    UPC:718122393411
    Dimensions (Approximate):IR repeater box: 2 5/8" L x 2 1/8" W x 7/8" T
    IR emitter cord: six feet in length
    IR receiver cord: six feet in length
    Power cord: five feet in length
    Emitters:Four cables with 1/8" mini jack plugs
    Each cable has two emitters for a total of eight emitters
    IR Receiver Range:40 feet (may vary depending on actual operating conditions)
    Power Supply:120V-240V, 50-60Hz, 0.15A max LPS, 12V 0.2A output
    Warranty:Two (2) years


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    What's Included  IR Receiver Port  IR Emitter Ports and Power Port  Using Hidden IR with a Plasma or an LCD TV 
    What's Included  IR Receiver Port  IR Emitter Ports and Power Port  Using Hidden IR with a Plasma or an LCD TV 

    Reviews

    791 Ratings
    5 star: 57%  (451)
    4 star: 21%  (165)
    3 star: 9%  (74)
    2 star: 4%  (29)
    1 star: 9%  (72)
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    DAN -- flower mound, TX   5/23/2013
    Works great, even better than expected. It's sensitive enough that when mounted 6'-7' up on the wall at the back of my theater room, I can point my remote forward toward the screen and use the IR signal reflected from the screen at the front of my theater room to control the equipment at the back without having to position the receiving eye near the front of the room. It’s really convenient and reliable. This is my second unit. The other is used for my daily-use entertainment center and my wife loves the reliability its brought to the control of that system.
    FRED -- indianapolis, IN   5/11/2013
    Easily installed. Works very well.
    DONALD -- columbia, MO   5/6/2013
    Performance exceeds expectations. The repeater out performs direct inputs. Installation was easy.
    JON -- delaware, OH   3/7/2013
    Only complaint is that the glue to hold the receiver and transmitters is not very strong.
    ROCC -- whitestone, NY   3/7/2013
    Every well discribed product made it simple for me to order
    THOMAS -- woodinville, WA   2/21/2013
    I did not get a chance to test the product. When design for entertainment center was completed, I determined that the repeater system was not needed. Product was returned unopened. Rating is based on speed of delivery and ease of ordering.
    JASON -- lake forest, CA   2/19/2013
    Works good, but not 100% every time. For the price it works good enough and I would recommend it.
    JON -- bedford, NH   2/8/2013
    Easy to hookup. But suffers from wide field of view. Great straight on.
    JON -- bedford, NH   2/2/2013
    First order parts arrived broken. SmartHome replaced unit and took a long time. Sticky emitters sometimes do not stick well.
    ALLYN -- medford, NJ   1/28/2013
    Did not work with Comcast DVR box (CISCO)
    STACY -- alpharetta, GA   1/23/2013
    Works excellent...shipping fast!
    DANIEL -- richmond, TX   1/21/2013
    Easy setup, good instructions, took less than two minutes to setup. Unfortunately it didn't work with my cable box which is a Cisco box from Comcast. I tried moving the IR reciever to a couple of different spots but couldn't get it to work. I returned the product and Smarthome paid for the return postage.
    DAVID -- lexington, KY   1/18/2013
    The IR repeater system works well for the most part. Like other reviewers have said, it would be nice to have a longer cord for the main receiver but it all works well enough. Some IR commands do not seem to need repeating from the remote which seems strange, and O have two Xbox 360 consoles and only one will respond to commands which seems very strange to me. A great purchase overall.
    JON -- philadelphia, PA   1/17/2013
    Works well right out of the box, easy set up. Good Value. My only comment: The power adapter / plug is one of the older, heavier types that get warm - so I suspect it has a higher vampire power draw than newer, light weight versions of the same thing - but I haven't plugged it into a Kill-a-watt yet to test it.
    RAYMOND -- ottawa, ON   1/17/2013
    Not a very good IR receiver. Angles are limited and chances of signal getting through is < 70%
    BILL -- granite bay, CA   12/27/2012
    Range from remote to your IR Sensor is way too close. I need to get up and get about 5 feet from your receiving IR to make it work. I am not satisfied with it's performance.
    TIMOTHY A -- , XX    12/26/2012
    I have been using the Smarthome Hidden IR Repeater for about 2 months. It installed easily and has worked flawlessly for multiple devices (Motorolla DVR, Roku, Denon Receiver, Panasonic DVD Player)
    THOMAS -- south lyon, MI   12/24/2012
    Very disappointing. Nowhere on the website does it reveal that this product will not work with xfinity system (and several other systems, by the way). This fact is only found in extremely small print on the included paperwork. Even there it is not easily found. Smarthome would do everyone right by revealing this information in their advertising of the product on line. At least give me the opportunity to choose an item that will work in my home.
    RICHARD -- groton, MA   12/19/2012
    Very nice implementation - the distribution panel is small and easily concealed, and the infrared receiver is sleek and inconspicuous. Plenty of capability with 8 LED repeaters, easily installed and set up.
    BOB -- chino hills, CA   12/16/2012
    Easy to Install and works great!

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