ir set up for equip in other room

[rustyshacklefor]

Well, actually, all the a/v stuff except the TV will be around the corner and behind where you sit to watch. I'd just like to put in one of those keyhole or wall plate ir devices to pick up, then re-transmit the universal remote signal to the equipment. I'm brand new to this though, and I'm not sure what equipment I need. I'm also in the process of building the home now, so I could hardwire it in...would that just be a CAT5 wire? Can anyone point me in the right directions for setting this up properly and/or equipment suggestions? (Sensor, repeater, emitter, wiring...I'm a little confused...it can't be that hard, is it?)

Thanks

 

[BMXTRIX]

Nope, it's very easy. You can pick up a complete Xantech Dinky Link IR repeater setup from Parts Express. For wiring, all you do is pick where you want the target (what you point your remote at) then run a piece of cat-5 from there to the head end (where all the equipment is).

For the IR repeater itself - you get one target, one receiving/power/transmitter box and a power supply and some IR emitters.

I more strongly suggest that you may want to consider a RF remote like the Universal Remote MX850 which doesn't require a target or hard wiring and is a good univeral remote to begin with. You should still run the piece of Cat-5 since that is only a few bucks in wire.

If you are building your home - don't forget to consider things like speakers EVERYWHERE, conduit, control, lighting, etc. while you have access to the walls.

 

[W8N4AFREAK]

Yes I agree with above. I do 90% new construction. Some very important things to remember when wiring your house for low voltage.
1. Conduit- run lots. use 2" with a pull string. Make sure you run one from your attic to your Low voltage panel ((area)).
2. Staples- They are to hold wire in place, don't smash them.
3. Distance- don't run parallel with electric more than 6' @ 10" distance. Stay away from high hats and especially dimmer switches. They will cause big problems. You can cross electric if needed. If need do @ 90 degrees.
4. Code- know your electric code some states are as hard on L/V as electric.
5. Protection- use lots of kick plates. The trim guys are murder.
6. Think Ahead- run cat5 and coax behind your fridge. Your gonna need it in 5 years or so.
7. Feeds- (((Hopefully your using structured wiring))) run 2 cat5 and 1 coax outside. leave a large service loop in unfinished area for future fiber hook-up from Verizon or who ever is in your area. If not they are gonna butcher your new home. Iv seen it.

Thats all for now. Just put thought into stuff. Like Direct TV needs 2 cables @ a location where you have a HD box and TIVO. Stupid stuff like that will get you.

PEACE

 

[jcPanny]

Another solution

Another option would be a universal remote with RF. For example ,the Home Theater Master 500 from Universal Remotes can be programmed to control all your devices. It can send the RF signal from up to 100 feet away to a receiver box which will blast the RF commands to your AV gear. This runs <$150.
An upgrade option for an existing remote with AA or AAA batteries is the RF remote extender from Parts express for about $50.

 

[GlocksRock]

The easiest and cheapest way to do what you are looking for is to get the Terk Leapfrog LF-IRX.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000069EV0/104-7414635-7047145?v=glance&n=172282

 

[Tsunamii]

I just picked up the Logitec H890 RF built in Ebay for $250...