IR Extender

[Kris Cook]

Has anyone used one of these or similar to extend an infrared remote signal to a DC? I was looking at getting a Long Ranger but got to thinking an IR signal should be an IR signal. Thoughts?

462096

[Jamie Buxton]

An IR repeater would be useful if your remote is IR, and the DC is in a closet. But many remote controls for dust collectors use radio, not IR. Penn State carefully says their Long Ranger controls use radio, not IR. My DC has a remote switch from Woodcraft. It uses radio too.

[Kris Cook]

Remote is IR. DC is in the garage adjacent to shop. I am just trying to confirm there is nothing different about the signal for different devices. I would rather not spend the money on a switch (radio or otherwise) to handle 240 volts if I can employ a simple extender.

[Ed Aumiller]

Use an IR extender for our stereo in the house... both receiver & transmitter operate on 110vac so do not have to worry about batteries...

It is the X10 system and have been using it for about 15-20 years with no problem

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You can also buy it direct from X10.com

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[Kris Cook]

I ended up getting these guys.


Transmitter
469585


Receiver
469586


They are tiny but work great. I can hit them from anywhere in the shop. They also come with plug in cords to extend the signal. I didn't need them but they could be useful to go inside a cabinet, for instance.