Infrared Repeater System IR Remote Control Extender Kit

This IR System replaced an older set-up that eventually stopped working in my dedicated Home Theater. In my setup all electronic components, apart from the projector are hidden away in an adjacent utility room. Most of my components are easily accessible via a rack that is framed into the side wall. That rack has a custom, framed print that exactly covers the glass door of the rack thereby hiding all the equipment, including their status light from view, even when the room is darkened. I added this IR System to allow me to control the components which include a Marantz AV Receiver, external power amps, two UHD Blu Ray Players, an Apple TV 4K, Roku Ultra etc. I control all these components from my seated position with a single programmable, backlit IR Remote Controller. I prefer to point my universal remote at the screen as it is more comfortable & intuitive to use it that way, relying on the IR signal to reflect off the screen onto the IR receiver. My seating distance from the screen is about 8 1/2 ft, so the IR signal has to travel 17 ft in total, with some signal loss and diffusion from the screen surface. This cheap IR repeater system was installed in minutes and did everything I wanted, working flawlessly in my demanding environment. I didn’t bother reading the instructions as my previous IR system worked in much the same manner. I have to angle the IR repeater so that it faced the screen from it’s position on top of my rack on the right, center wall. I used some black gaffer’s tape to maintain the 45 degree angle to the rack framework. I’m not sure if it’s detailed in the instructions but the IR transmitters emit the IR signal through both their front & back surfaces. So for most of my shelves I just taped the transmitters to the shelf surface and let the signal spray the IR signal up to control multiple devices with a single emitter. The attached pictures should show the installation. Everything works perfectly although I will say that my Harmony Universal Remote does put out a very strong IR signal. As with my previous SmartHome system some of the manufacturers remote need to be a little closer to the screen to get reliable operation, but fortunately my Harmony Remote makes them redundant. Yes the Roku and Apple TV come with remotes that don’t rely on line of sight IR, but they’re not backlit and I hate having to swap remotes. For reference my previous IR system set me back over $100 but that was 20 years ago. Somehow, I don’t expect this device to last that long but I give it the highest possible rating.

I'm using this to control my Yamaha RX-A8A that is at the back of the room in an equipment closet. I installed the included IR receiver at the top of my screen, ran a 50' 3.5mm stereo female-male cable to the equipment room and into the IR RECEIVER input of the distribution block, and then a male-to-male 3.5mm plugs into the IR EMITTER of the distribution block and directly into the RX-A8A REMOTE IN; works great!

This kit is used to transfer infrared commands from remote controls to devices placed inside cabinets. Now I have a clean install and most of the components for my home theatre are hidden inside a cabinet. There were plenty of connections for all my devices. I have two small complaints: 1) the adhesive that should attach the emitter to the device is lousy and falls right off. It is, however, easy to fix with a small strip of duct tape! 2) the cord for the receiver (the small device that stays outside the cabinet to receive the remote control commands) is way too short. I had to order an extension separately. For the money, this kit did the job just fine.

I now have three of these for each Denon of two receivers. The first worked well. A second I ordered was defective but amazon return was easy. The third works fine. For theprice this is a good product. Set up takes less than 5 minutes. On small trick is to find where on receiver the infared sensor is located. That is not always obvious. The relay sensor has to overly that area on receiver face. To determine that hold the remote inches from receiver face to find where it works. Then place the self stick relay over that spot. Would be 5 stars if had had the defective one need returning.

The review below was posted last night after a successful installation. HOWEVER, the unit failed today and no amount of trouble shooting will resurrect it. Unfortunately, I will have to return it!! I have written to the sender/distributor in hopes they can provide additional trouble shooting steps. Otherwise, I will return the product at the end of the week. I note one other user reported a failure today as well. Worked right out of the box and worked well. Two observations: 1) As others commented, the receiver cable is too short for most applications and I urge the manufacturer to reconsider that. I should have paid more attention to the length when ordering because now I WILL have to order an extension. 2) While the system worked quite well and I'm pleased with it. However, I have noted for the seller that there were only 4 emitters in the box and there was suppose to be 5. Right now, I don't need the 5th and may never need it, but I do feel the seller should send the additional emitter in case I do need it in the future. I will note it here as to whether the seller does or not. I saw no way to contact them directly...so I posted it in the shipping comments.

So the repeater does exactly what it is supposed to do. Everything you need to control up to 10 devices is included. 5 long transmitter cords that have two transmitters per plug, and one receiver plug. The enclosure is metal, heavy and solid. No worries about that. Each of the transmitter cords needs to be gently separated at the ends to reach each device. Didn't end up with any broken wires. I did have one instance where the adhesive on one of the transmitters didn't initially stick to the blu-ray player, but I re-applied it with pressure for about a minute and it hasn't come free again. I've currently got it repeating to my audio system, blu-ray player, HDMI switch, and TV. So it has way more capacity than I currently need, but the price was right. I would have liked a longer AC cord, the included one is barely 3 feet. I would also have liked if rubber feet had been included in the packaging as the metal slides around easily on the glass shelf. But these are both minor issues. If I had to do it over I'd get this unit again. It's filling the need perfectly.

If I could rate ZERO, I would. Total piece of junk, only passed on signal from a single port, and only to 1 of my 3 components individually. I don't like to return anything and spent 2 hours attempting to get it to work. Returned picked up one made by Exxxxxx (not sure if I can mention brand). Installed in 10 mins. Works perfect very wide view acceptance of signal from every angle within room.

This was easy to install and has made a huge difference in our entertainment area.

Bought this for sending signal to devices in a closed cabinet without any glass (a Yamaha A/V receiver and an Oppo bluray player). Set up easy and straightforward. The receiver is installed 12 feet in front a our normal seating places and works flawlessly (but the remote has to be directed directly toward the receiver, so it's less forgiving than using your remote on your devices). At first, installed with the IR emitters sticked on the IR "eye" of the devices and worked with no issues. Those wired emitters have a 3.5 mm jack to be plugged in the IR repeater and I noticed that in the back of my bluray player and my Yamaha receiver there was a 3.5 mm input plug for "IR signal". So I plugged the IR repeater directly to the back of my devices with a 3.5 mm stereo audio cable and it worked wonderfully!!! Does make a cleaner install. I read in other reviews that it should not work like that but for my devices, it works. The IR repeater is now plugged in my devices IR signal input. Great buy! No regrets. Works better than initially expected!

Great - works as intended. Good price... easy to install.

No funciona con un cable receptor corto, queda atrás de tv y no percibe señal

It’s easy to install and works well. I used a headphone extension cable to make the IR sensor cable longer. I love the option to use a USB power supply rather than the included power supply as it does not appear to be CSA approved.

Works great! I was able to hide everything in a closed cabinet, and still control it with the remote.