Solution: An IR Extender can route the IR signal from your remote control so you are still able to control your theater even though it is out of the line of sight. Choosing an IR Extender The installation is pretty much straightforward – find a perfect place for the receiver, run the emitter cable to the device you want to control, and plug in the USB cable. You just have to make sure that the USB cable is long enough to reach the TV or some other USB power source. When it comes to the setup you want to control, you have to think about the distance you have to cover, the number of devices you want to control and their location, and the number of available power outlets (or USB ports). Q: How do I connect my IR extender? Home theater accessory repeats the ir signal to a dvd player, stb box, receiver or other a/v source with an ir sensor; route the infrared remote control extender cable out of sight with a wall mounted tv; install the ir transmitter end in a concealed equipment closet to hide a catv box and control it remotely The kit offers very good performance and is compatible with most IR-controlled devices. The range goes up to 100ft and the signal can travel through walls and wood. Things we don’t like

Out of the box, this device allows you to control up to 8 different devices. The maximum number of devices you can control is 12 but you will need to buy two additional IR receiver cables and two IR emitter cables. Things we don’t likeHigh sensitivity, real time transmission without any delay with its high sensitivity sensor. remote indication lights on ir receiver:green being power connected while flashing red indicates the signal is being sent. cfl friendly: this duafire unit can be installed in an area with compact fluorescent lighting and work in the most lighting environments

In some cases, you may experience a tiny lag when trying to control your AV receiver. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it can be annoying. The installation process is pretty straightforward. You are supposed to place the receiver close to your TV. It has to be within the line of sight so you can aim the remote at it. The IR emitter has to be attached to the device you want to control and has to be in the line of sight of the ‘’IR eye’’ of that device. Or, you can hide the IR emitter behind the device you want to control and then use the included color-coded extension cable and make sure that the ‘’IR eye’’ on that cable is in the line of sight of the ‘’IR eye’’ of the device you want to control. The IR receiver and IR emitter communicate with each other on radio frequency (915-917MHz) and don’t have to be within the line of sight. So, how this setup works? You are supposed to use the remote and aim it at the receiver placed somewhere around your TV. The receiver receives the IR signal from the remote, converts it to a radio signal, and sends it to your IR emitter (which doesn’t even have to be in the same room – the max. distance is 650ft). The IR emitter receives the radio signal, converts it to an IR signal, and sends it to the device you want to control. As a result, the device reacts to the given command. The extender delivers flawless performance with minimal delay. It’s compatible with all IR controlled audio and video equipment. It’ll work with all the well-known brands including Sony, Yamaha, LG, Apple, Cisco, Logitech, Marantz, etc.This is, by far, the most interesting solution when it comes to IR extenders. It’s not the most capable and doesn’t give you the best possible range, but it looks really cool. The included mini batteries don’t last as long as regular AAA batteries and you have to replace them every 2-3 months. The good news is that you don’t have to buy batteries since they are rechargeable.