BlastIR Wireless - The Easiest IR Repeater
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
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Since remote control signals (IR) need "line-of-sight" to work, you will need this extender if the equipment you're trying to control is not in sight. You'll need to extend your IR signals, especially if your TV is wall-mounted. The BlastIR Wireless uses "RF" to transmit the IR signal through walls or doors.
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I still don't understand this....
If you have two units in the same cabinet like a Blue Ray and a cable box, do you need just one receiver and two emmiters or two receivers and two emmmiters?
Thank you for a response.
Is this alexa compatible? I do not want to use a remote control, just automate alex to turn on my projector, set my denon reciever to the right input source, and volume level.
Question: I use the Bond remote-replicator to control ceiling fans and lights. It is a disc that connects to WiFi so you can control devices through your phone or Alexa/smart speaker and then learns and copies remote codes so that when you say “Alexa, turn on kitchen fan” it emails the code and the fan goes on. I am trying to get this to work so I can turn off the light (and fan) in my kids’ playhouse. The Bond doesn’t reach it. Would this device pick up an Omnidirectional signal (not pointed / aimed) and replicate it in the playhouse 50+ feet away?
Hey Guys, going to order this product. Does it control multiple devices? My receiver, xbox and tv box are all in a cabinet thats behind me in the corner. Kind of confused on how to make it work. Sick of pointing the remotes backwards to control everything
Will this work with Apple TV 4K ?
I bought one of these, but when I plug them into a power source, the blue light doesnt blink, and it doesnt work
Alexandra, I happen to be the product manager for this and I am terribly sorry that it is not working for you. I would be happy to troubleshoot this with you and figure this out with you. Toss me an email at derek@sewelldirect.com and I will help you out, or even send you a new one if we get stuck.
@sewell Direct would a smart TV cause interference/ any issues as there would be multiple wireless items (IR wireless, phone, smart tv...) Thanks
We haven't had any issues with smart TV's so far. The only thing that used to give us a lot of trouble with our IR extenders was Plasma TV's since they emitted some interference for the IR signal. But so far we haven't with this one. I would only strongly recommend checking out the list we have of devices that are not compatible with this extender. Also the PRO version of this extender allows you to change the "Zone" or transmitting "channel" in case you do run into some interference.
Will this work for TV alone
I have a set of these and so far it works great. One issue, though. The transmitter and receiver occasionally flash a blue light for no reason (they're just sitting there, no remote control activity or anything). This blue blink is easily fixed with a piece of black electrical tape, but is there a better solution?
I asked one of the smartest guys here that knows a lot about IR extenders, this is what he said:
"The blue light flashes when it is picking up an IR signal... usually when you push a button on the remote, but if there is another source that triggers it, it can cause it to light up. Lots of things can send seemingly random IR signals. Some 3DTVs use IR to sync the 3d glasses, occupancy light switches can use IR to check if the room is empty, my kids have some toys that interact using IR, etc. etc. (but most commonly for me, I'm sitting on a remote)"
I have also heard of some Plasma TV's to interfere with IR signals. Do you think any of this applies to you? if not, we can see about getting you a new one if you think it might just be defective.
+Sewell Direct Thanks, actually the unit works great, other than the blue flashing light. It's installed in a home theater room which is essentially a dark batcave, so the flashing blue LED is noticeable.
Probably some other random IR is triggering BlastIR's blue flash -- there's an extensive Logitech Harmony system with lots of IR dongles throughout the room, too. In fact the BlastIR is controlled by the Harmony, and the BlastIR transmitter controls a Lutron light dimmer at the back of the room.
The BlastIR transmitter's blue LED is bright enough to light up the back of the room with blue light! :)
As I mentioned above, the issue was easy to fix it with some black electrical tape. No need for a replacement, but thanks for the offer!
oh ok, glad its working for you. If any other weird things happen, let me know and we can research it more for you.
A. Nony Mous so this works with the harmony hub, will it turn on a television or a direct TV box in the basement if you set up an activity in harmony?
Yes, it should, based on my experience. I have the BlasIR "receiver" in front of my Harmony hub (where the Harmony hub emits IR), and the BlastIR "transmitter" on the other side of the room controlling another device. Works fine with all my Harmony programmed activities.
Ok the unit came and works great, very easy to install using USB's on both ends. Only problem the single sensor for the front of TV did not work so I had to mount the small hub on my TV, the double sensor plugged in to the hub stuck on front of cable box works fine.
How do I get a replacement single sensor cable/wire without having to send the whole box back. Would like to have one as I paid for it.
awesome! and yeah, assuming you bought directly from the website, just send us an email to service@sewelldirect.com and include your order number. Or if you want you can call us too. Whatever works for you. Our number is (800) 709-1345
Does this work with a SONY SOUND SYSTEM…
will these work in the UK on a freesat box and do you still sell them? (do you post to uk)
I like the portal colors
lol... it was not intentional but that's what another guy here said...
Sewell Direct will this work with the harmony hub if the hub is located in a different room with the transmitter sitting by it, and the devices I will be controlling are in a basement?
Just bought this to control my Av box in a cabinet with my PS4 universal remote. Hope it works!
Me too! let me know if you need any help setting it up!
I have one simple question. Does the remote have to be in a direct line to 1st receiver? The same way it would need to be pointed directly at a cable Box?
Hey, can i use only 1 transmitter sending my remote signal to 3 different recievers?
yes, you can do that, check out the little diagram in this page: goo.gl/0WuWSV
for this exact reason we also sell the senders and receivers separately so you don't have to get three whole kits if you only need certain pieces :)
Has this product been discontinued? I don't see it on the Sewell website.
You are correct, it was replaced by the PRO version here: goo.gl/6XNFD7
How far can this goes ?
Will this work with a head unit in a car. I have a special setup where the head unit is hidden. And I want to use the remote that came with the stereo for volume
It should work as long as they are not using some kind of proprietary IR protocol. So I'd check if your manual lists the IR frequency and compare to the ones we list on the site for this (20-60Khz) But I would recommend getting the PRO version (here: goo.gl/6XNFD7 ) because it comes with USB power cables so you can power them, and they are slimmer so you can tuck them in somewhere easier. This classic version only comes with the wall power adapter. That way you simply plug them into USB power ports on your car.
Sewell Direct ok thanks I will check.
Hi,
What is the range of these devices... would 100 mtrs would be ok??
The wireless range is about 200m (depending on obstacles and interference). The IR receiver range is 7m. You can find the full specs here: goo.gl/0WuWSV
is this work with dtv cable box
Sorry this may be a bit lengthy. I have a corded IR extender (does not convert to RF signal). This type of extender has a small sensor (I put it under my tv) that picks up the IR signal and repeats it through the cord to a small eye that is stuck over the units (cable box, movie player, or ?) IR receiver. I had been using this setup for many years. I just updated from and older Onkio DR90 AV receiver to a new Sony STR-DH770 and a Sony blue ray unit. After hooking up the new components everything worked as expected except I am not able to control the Sony AV receiver ( STR-DH770 ) through the extener/re-emitter. My question is, are there more than one type of IR signals? Also are there some units that can not be controlled through an IR extender?
Yes, there are a few different types of IR signals. For example, there are devices that are "single band IR" and some are "Dual Band IR" also a few different protocols. But if you have a "Dual Band IR" extender it will work for single band as well. Some devices sometimes use proprietary protocols that are not compatible with some IR extenders. If you prefer wired extenders, this one will probably work for you, it is our most compatible extender that works with almost anything: goo.gl/6gccMv
It is called "Easy Cable Stripper and Punch Down Tool" you can find it here: goo.gl/LzDlFs
How far apart does the receiver and the emitter works?
They can go about 200m (around 650ft) but it varies depending on obstacles. Like how many walls in between them etc.
Will it work with my Spectrum Arris DCX5320e-M
I'm not finding much info on that model. Do you have a link to a product page for it? or do you have the manual? if they state on the manual the IR frequency it uses then we can get a good idea of it will work. So far we've only had reports of it not working with the following: Arris VMS1100, IPC1100, and Spectrum 8640, SMTH3272
Hello i have a Onkyo Av receiver HT-R8230 hooked up to my Sharp Tv LC-60LE745U threw a Optical Cable on the Otherside of a wall With some other audio stuff and I want to use the Factory IR plug on the back of the Receiver to be able to control the Volume from the Receiver would you have anything that is a PLUG & PLAY thats at least 8+ feet that can relocate the IR plug to control the volume thank u
yeah we do, all you need is an IR receiver "Eye" if it didn't come with one... you just need to know what connection it is (I'm assuming 3.5mm??) and also what type of IR does your Onkyo use on that plug, there is Single Band IR, or Dual Band IR. Do you happen to know that info? If you do have the original IR receiver cable then all you need is a 3.5mm extension cable which we also have.
Although after reading the manual for the HT-R823 I am not sure if the IR port is to control the Onkyo itself, from what I understand it is to control other devices with the Onkyo remote when you plug them into that port. Not sure though that's just what I understand from the manual.
Sewell Direct Yes that's true that's what that plug for what I'm asking is if you have anything that I could use to control the volume on the Okyno so that I wouldn't have to relocate it to a different spot it would need to be at least 8ft long to extend it where I would like it to be your wireless BlastIr might do the trick thank you for your reply
Yes, either any of the BlastIRs would work as long as the Onkyo remote is IR. my favorites are Either the BlastIR Pro, or the wireless.
Range not demoed in this video..rather important!
Good point! will make sure to include that in future versions!
Hi, how many device can this control? thanks
right out of the box and if the devices are all in the same cabinet then 3. (one directly with the sender unit, and the other two using the Dual-headed emitter) But if you use Quad-emmitters like these: goo.gl/SGL2VZ then you can make that up to 5 total. If you need something to control devices in different locations then check out the "PRO" version here: goo.gl/6XNFD7
Does it work with a Samsung DVR from Spectrum?
Do you know the model #? I know for sure it does NOT work with the following: Spectrum 8640, SMTH3272, and Samsung 101-T, SMT-C5320
I have heard and confirmed that the SMT-C5320 uses Scientific Atlanta codes not Samsung ones. Has anyone tried using the Scientific Atlanta codes with these to see if that is the issue? I just mirrored my TV which is in a separate room and now I need a way to control my cable box from the next room. I would buy this in a heartbeat if it would work with my SMT-C5320. If not are there any other products or workarounds to solve this?
I need video transmitter products can I get it
yeah, what devices are you trying to transmit/receive from? and what connections do they have?
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Is the BlastIR compatible with a Spectrum/TimeWarner Cable box?
do you know the specific model of yours? do they use Cisco ones? From what I've heard is that Cisco Explorer cable boxes 4000 and 8000 series are not compatible. But if you get me the model # of yours I can find out.
Sewell Direct I have a Cisco Explorer 4642HDC
Hmm, sadly it won't work since it's a 4000 series :(
Sewell Direct Arris DCX3520s-M Spectrum
Sewell Direct do you know where the IR signal is on a bell fibe box? I want to hide the receiver too
is it video transmitter
No, it does not transmit video, it only transmits the IR signal from your remote control.
I have a 2tvs one setup box I need to split the setup box to 2 tvs
Does it have to be wireless? and what connections do they have? are they all HDMI?
Ya my setup box is sundirect
Ya it's hdmi setup box
If you need to split the video signal we have a product called the SplitDeck that should be able to do the job. If you need an IR signal then the BlastIR Wireless would work for you.
I bought the wireless pro, set it up today with my new Harmony IR remote, and it doesn't work. My current Logitech Harmony remote is old and the buttons don't work. It uses RF. I didn't want to spend the money for a new RF remote, so I bought a cheaper IR Harmony remote and programmed it exactly like my current remote (through the Harmony software). Hooked up the BlastIR and it's not working. I really wish I hadn't bought this. I feel like I wasted my money.
Sorry I've been slacking on my youtube comments. I hope you got this all figured out with customer service?
@@sewelldirect Not a problem, and unfortunately no. The remote works when I point it directly at the receivers, so I ruled out the remote as the culprit. I've read in other forums that a plasma TV may interfere with the BlastIR wireless signal. Since we have an old plasma TV I'm assuming that that's what's causing it. Otherwise I'm stumped. I still have everything here, so if you have any suggestions I'm all ears! Appreciate the response!
@@Bender2497 Ah yes I have heard the Tech support guys talk about the Plasma thing. The only other thing I can think of is they might have gotten damaged or somehow the units themselves are DOA or just not compatible. I you have time, I'd recommend calling us on Monday and talking to Tech support and see if they can troubleshoot it, if not they can set you up for a refund. If incompatible, please send me the model # of your Harmony. From what I've heard, it should work with Harmony remotes just fine.
@@sewelldirect Will do. I'll call on Monday. Thanks!
lag?
Very minimal, almost unnoticeable. So for all regular IR remote control applications it's perfect. What are you thinking of using it for?
No volume.
Please contact our Tech support, they are just sitting there doing origami right now so they should be able to help you get this working.
is this work with dtv cable box