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INSTRUCTIONS
This starLINK infra-red receiver eye is an accessory for use with the PROception
starLINK remote control extender kit (proSTL1KIT). It allows a further extension
room to be equipped for universal remote control in a household TV signal
distribution system equipped with a PROception starBOX hub.
Performance data given are typical unless otherwise stated. Proception Limited reserves the right to change
product designs and specifications without prior notice.
proSTL1EYE
Universal I-R Remote
Control Extender Eye
2-Year Guarantee
This guarantee covers failure of your PROception product resulting from manufacturing
defect within a period of 2 years from the date of supply to the end-user.
This guarantee does not cover damage to the product caused by abuse, tampering, defective
installation or natural causes such as lightning discharge. Repair or attempted repair, other
than by the manufacturer, will render this guarantee void.
This guarantee does not affect a consumers statutory rights.
Proception Limited,
177-187 Rutland Road
SHEFFIELD
S3 9PT
United Kingdom
Web: http://www.proception.co.uk/
e-mail: support@proception.co.uk
PRO
ception
Compatibility
This eye product is for use with the PROception starLINK and starBOX systems
only. StarLINK is a wired infra-red re-emission type of remote control extender
and is compatible with the majority of household sound and vision equipment.
StarLINK is not compatible with UK Digital Cable set-top boxes or with B&O
Beolink equipment.
Where remote control is required from multiple extension rooms, the signal
connection between the starLINK base unit and the TV outlet in each room must
be via a PROception starBOX RF Hub. StarLINK is not compatible with other types
of return path amplifier and may not be compatible with amplifier bypass kits
from other manufacturers.
Installation notes
Installation with an existing TV
If the extension room already has a TV installed, correctly connected via one of
the extension room outlets of a PROception starBOX, then adding the starLINK
eye is a very simple procedure:
1. Unplug the aerial lead from the TV and plug it into the female IN connector of
the coupler.
2. Plug the male TV connector of the coupler into the TVs aerial socket via the
short flylead provided.
3. Position the receiver eye on top of the TV, or in a suitable nearby location,
facing toward the seating or TV viewing area of the room.
4. Select a VCR or set-top box channel on the TV and check that remote control
operation of the relevant source equipment is working.
Compatibility disclaimer
Occasionally equipment may be found that cannot be controlled via starLINK. Although we
guarantee that starLINK equipment will perform its intended opto-electronic functions,
PROception cannot guarantee interoperability of this system with every piece of audio or
video equipment on the market. Some known incompatibilities are listed under the heading
Compatibility on Page 1.
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New extension room installation
The connections required for a new extension room installation are shown in the
diagram below. Take care to ensure that the coupler is connected the right way
round (the IN and TV connectors are clearly marked). Where a dual TV & radio
outlet plate is installed in the extension room, as shown in the diagram, take care
to connect the coupler and TV to the TV side of the plate.
If further set-top TV equipment, such as a local VCR or Freeview box, is to be used
in an extension room it should be connected between the coupler and the TV. The
output channel from such equipment will only be available in that extension room.
Tuning
In a wholly new installation, extension room TVs will need tuning-in to the output
channel(s) from the source set-top equipment at the master location (usually the
main living room). To tune-in these TVs leave a tape or disk playing on a VCR or
DVD player, or select a known channel on a digital receiver, then tune an unused
channel setting on each of the remote TVs into the video or digital programme.
Repeat this procedure for each set-top item. For instructions on how to tune a TV
refer to its instruction manual or the manufacturers help line or Web site. Similar
tuning will be required for the CCTV camera output, where installed.
If more than one item of set-top equipment is connected in the system you may
experience severe interference (patterning) when more than one output channel
is present. In this case the output channel number (modulator channel) for one or
more items will need to be changed, and the relevant TV(s) retuned.
Testing
Once installation is complete and TV pictures are available in the extension room,
test the system to ensure that remote control of each item of source equipment is
working in every extension room. For example, if you are watching a Freeview or
Sky* Digital channel from a Freeview or Sky* box in the living room it should be
possible to control the relevant box from any extension room equipped with a
starLINK eye. The normal remote handset for each item of equipment should be
used (or alternatively a suitable universal handset programmed for your
equipment).
Avoiding problems
n The eye should be positioned so that it faces toward the viewing area of the
room. Avoid placing it where it could be exposed to full sunlight, or near other
bright lights, particularly compact fluorescent lamps. (These light sources could
inhibit correct operation of the infra-red receiver.)
n Dont plug the coupler directly into the aerial socket of a TV, since its weight
could place excessive stress on the TVs connector and cause damage. Always
use the short flylead supplied for this purpose.
n The signal connection to the extension room
must not include any isolated outlet plates.
These will not pass the power supply from
the starBOX to the eye and will need to be
replaced to ensure correct operation of the
system. For further information please refer
to the instructions supplied with your starBOX.
Troubleshooting hints
The following list may help if you are experiencing remote control problems.
Wiring diagram for extension room.
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* Sky and Sky+ are registered trade marks of Sky Broadcasting Group PLC.
Freeview is a registered trade mark of the British Broadcasting Corporation.
Hi-Fi
tuner
TV
proSTL1EYE
(starLINK)
Coupler
From
starBOX
Short flylead
(supplied)
LED
Outlet
plate
RadioTV
Old isolated outlet plates - not
compatible with proSTL1EYE
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