Using remote to control equipment that is hidden?

[bellbound]

I want to setup a room with a TV at the front of the room and an equipment cabinet hidden behind a sofa on the opposite side of the room. The cabinet will contain the following pieces:

- DirecTV box
- AppleTV
- Blu Ray player
- receiver

How do I set everything up so my remote will control all of these pieces even though they will be sitting in an equipment box behind me? What do I need to do?

Thanks.

 

[ImcLoud]

Get a harmony remote, and Logitech Harmony® - Extender System
I like my harmony one a lot..

 

[DS-21]

***How do I set everything up so my remote will control all of these pieces even though they will be sitting in an equipment box behind me? What do I need to do?

IR might work, but might be fussy about angles. I'd get an RF remote.

Logitech has an RF version of the Harmony One. Harmony 900 or something like that. I'd get that one.

 

[KEW]

I know Radio Shack used to sell an extender - just another option.

 

[96cobra10101]

I have this Harmony 900
The IR blasters sit on the shelf next to the equipment (not in front of) and still control the functions of my receiver, cable box, and Bluray with no issues. All my equipment is located in a closet in another room. The 900 comes with everything you need including 3 IR blasters. Use your PC to program (very easy) and then rock out! Just remember to throw it on the charging cradle about once a week.