Infrared
distribution systems are difficult to spec via phone or email due to the number
of choices we offer for each component. The approach that has worked
best is for us to explain the four types of parts needed in all
systems. Then you can choose the most appropriate item within each type
for your installation.
Infrared distribution systems are really very simple. They all have four parts:
Infrared receiver - this picks up the infrared from your
remote and puts it on the wire. See all our receivers here.
Infrared emitters - these devices take the IR signal from the
wire and "emit" it into the device(s) you want to control. See all our
emitters here.
Power supply - powers the IR system. One small supply like
the 781ERGPS
can power over a dozen standard receivers.
Connecting block - this is simply a place to plug all the
above stuff in. Note that some connecting blocks, like the 789-44PS
include a power supply.
If
I've lost you completely see our full IR
tutorial.
- LARGE HINT #1 --We sell many of the 291KITs. If the 291
receiver (it's smaller than it looks in the picture) is right for you,
get this kit.
- LARGE HINT #2 --We sell the 789-44 connecting block 10 to 1 over any of
the others.
If you don't need more than 8 devices controlled (4 outputs with dual
emitters), this will work for you, and it includes the power supply.
- LARGE HINT #3 --If you need more than one infrared receiver, simply wire
additional receivers in parallel with the first one at the connecting
block.
- LARGE HINT #4 --Some plasma and LCD TVs emit broad-spectrum
infrared noise. If the infrared receiver will be in the same room with
a plasma or LCD TV, get a "plasma-proof" version. We've had good
luck with the new Channel Vision infrared receivers.
- LAST LARGE HINT --The connection between the infrared receiver and the
connecting block requires three conductors. Just about anything will
work, but cat5 or better is now the norm. This connection can be
extended for hundreds of feet over cat5.
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