Muxlab IR Remote Extender Kit User Manual

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Specifications

Environment

Devices
Transmission
Supported IR Data
Formats
Carrier Frequency
IR Wavelength
Connectors

Maximum Distance

RJ45 Pin Configuration

Reverse Polarity
Sensitive. Use EIA/TIA
568A or 586B straight­through wiring.

Cable
Power Supply

Power Consumption
Temperature

Enclosure
Dimensions

Weight
Mounting
Compliance
Warranty
Order Information

Infrared (IR) control
TV Sets, STB, DVD, DVR, PVR, satellite receivers.
Transparent to the user
NEC code, RC5 code, RC6 code, Grounding code, RCA Code, Zenith

code and Sony 12-bit code.
38 KHz
940 nm
TX: One (1) 3.5mm stereo jack for IR Sensor
One (1) RJ45S for Cat 5e/6 unshielded or shielded twisted pair
Three (3) Screw-type Terminal Blocks for RJ45 pass-thru
One (1) PSU connector.

RX: Four (4) 3.5mm stereo jacks for IR Emitter

One (1) RJ45S for Cat 5e/6 unshielded or shielded twisted pair.

Three (3) Screw -type Terminal Blocks for RJ45 pass-thru.

2,200 ft (670m)
Signal RJ45_______
IR Remote: Pin 7 (R) Pin 8 (T)
Pass-Thru: Pin 1 (R) Pin 2 (T)
Pass-Thru: Pin 3 (R) Pin 6 (T)
Pass-Thru: Pin 4 (R) Pin 5 (T)

Cat 5e/6
One (1) 110-240V/12VDC – 500mA power supply with
interchangeable blades
Transmitter: 1.8 Watt
Operating: 0° to 55°C Storage: -20° to 85°C
Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing
Fire retardant plastic
Transmitter: 2.40” x 2.25” x 1.00” (6.1 x 5.7 x 2.5 cm)
Receiver: 2.40” x 2.25” x 1.00” (6.1 x 5.7 x 2.5 cm)

1.3 lb (0.6 kg)
Velcro Pads (included)
Regulatory: FCC, CE, RoHS Flammability: 94V0
2 years
500600 IR Remote Extender Kit

IR Remote Extender Kit

500600

Quick Installation Guide

Overview

The IR Remote Extender Kit (500600) allows up to four (4) audio-video sources to be
controlled via remote IR up to 2,200 ft (670m) away from the display via Cat5e/6 cable.
The product comes with one (1) IR Sensor (500999) and four (4) IR Emitters (500998)
for maximum cabling versatility. The product also features three (3) pairs of screw
terminal blocks allowing the three (3) unused twisted pairs to be accessed for other low
voltage services such as balanced video, audio or data.

Applications

Applications include commercial and residential AV systems, classroom projector
systems, digital signage, boardroom systems, collaborative PC systems, and medical
information systems.

Installation

1. Identify the connectors on the Transmitter and Receiver as indicated on the

product.

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2. Verify that the distance between the IR Transmitter and Receiver is within

a

MuxLab specifications (see Specifications table).

3. To install the Transmitter:

3a. Connect the IR Sensor to the 3.5mm Stereo Jack(s) of the Transmitter.

3b. Connect one (1) length of Cat 5e/6 (or higher) grade UTP cables to

RJ45 LINK on the Transmitter.

3c. Connect other low voltage services to the RJ45 pass-thru terminals (optional)

4. To install the Receiver:

4a. Connect the IR Emitter(s) to the 3.5mm Stereo Jack(s) of the Receiver.
4b. Connect the Cat 5e/6 cable to RJ45 LINK on the Receiver.

4c. Connect other low voltage services to the RJ45 pass-thru terminals (optional)

Note: You can differentiate the IR Sensor and the IR Emitter by looking at the

3.5 mm plug.

The IR Emitter has a mono plug (2 Contacts).

Tip

Data

Ring

GND

The IR Sensor has a Stereo Plug (3 Contacts).

Tip

Dat

Ring

Sleeve

GND

+12VDC

Troubleshooting

The following table describes some of the symptoms, probable causes and possible
solutions in respect to the installation of the IR Remote Extender Kit:

Symptom

IR not functioning OFF PSU not functioning. • Make sure PSU is plugged

IR not functioning ON Remote control not directed

IR not functioning ON Interference from sunlight,

IR not functioning ON Interference from RF

Tx LED

Power

If you still cannot diagnose the problem, please call MuxLab Customer Technical
Support at 877-689-5228 (toll-free in North America) or ([phone]
(International).

Probable

Cause

to the IR Sensor or IR
Emitter not directed to the
source.

Fluorescent, Neon or
Halogen lights.

radiation from the TV.

Possible

Solutions

to an AC outlet.

• Make sure the IR Sensor is
directed towards the remote
and the IR Emitter to the
equipment.

• Place the IR equipment
away from the interfering
light.

• Place the IR equipment
away from the RF radiation.

5. Connect the 12 VDC power supply to the Transmitter first, and then plug the

power supply into an AC power outlet. If power is present, the green power LED
of the Transmitter will be ON.

Note: Power the IR Remote Extender Balun only after all connections are made.

6. Position the IR Sensor so that it is directed to the hand-held remote control. For a

clear IR signal reception, aim the hand-held remote control to the top of the IR
Sensor enclosure.

7. Position the IR Emitter as close as possible to the source’s IR Sensor (i.e. DVD

player). For a clear IR signal reception, the IR Emitter can be glued on the source’s
IR Sensor. The IR Emitter’s signal is transmitted from the side of the enclosure.

8. The following diagram shows the final configuration.

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