SewellBlastIR SW-29311 Infrared (IR) Remote Control Receiver Kit SW-29311

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The IR frequency compatibility:Works perfect with the following devices:Yamaha RX-V473 ReceiverMarantz receiverDirectTV Satellite ReceiverSony BlueRay DVD PlayerSewell IR Target (the sensor at the TV) Compatibility:The target that comes with the Sewell BlastIR works perfectly with a Samsung 59" Plasma TV without any problems.Even with a Plasma TV the normal target that comes in the kit works perfect when placed just behind and barely above the top of the TV.I also have another Sewell IR Target on a LG LED TV and it works perfect with it also.My Install:I have an Ethernet CAT5e running from a Ethernet RJ45 Keystone in Patch Panel in a Network Closet to a wall plate (RJ45 Jack) behind the TV.I made a short (3") adapter (CAT5e wire with Ethernet plug to a 3.5mm Jack) that makes it easy to use with any Ethernet Jack.My favorite 3.5mm (1/8") Keystone (Jack) is the ICC brand.Plug the 1/8" target into the jack behind the TV.I used an 1/8" - 3' extension cord to connect the Hub to the RJ45 Keystone in the Patch Panel.Works perfect.Sewell BlastIR compared to Hot Link Pro:When I compare it to the Hot Link Pro, I love the Sewell mounting holes on the hub and the individual emitters whereas the Hot Link Pro emitters are on a ribbon and the Hot Link Pro hub does not have mounting holes.I own both products, one of the Hot Link Pro and two Sewell BlastIR.Sewell BlastIR is about 1/2 the cost of the Hot Link Pro and it very install friendly.In conclusion, I love this little gadget!!!!! So simple. I have used them in 2 different homes so far. Will definitely use again in our new home construction network/media closets.

If you are a UK buyer, you should be aware that the 12 volt power supply that comes with the unit has a US plug fitting, and is for 110 volts, not 240 volts, so you can't even use a 'shaving adapter' to plug it in :-(Once plugged in with a working 12 volt supply it works fine

I had purchased an old 60's magnavox HiFi console on craigslist and gutted it of its old tubes, speakers, and other whatnots. I bought this repeater so I could hide all of my components inside the cabinet. It has worked flawlessly so far (it's been a month). The only visible part is the little black receiver that is about the size of my index finger.As others have mentioned, it has a very bright blue light that lights up whenever it sees a remote's signal. I suppose you could tape over this if you find it bothersome, but since it's the only visual notification that I have when I turn up the volume on my stereo, I have kept it uncovered. Then I know its working.Because it works so well, I would consider buying one of these even if I didn't intend to hide my components. The receiver sees my remote's signal MUCH better than any of my components ever did, and I only have a single point in the room where I need to aim the remote. Definitely a good purchase.UPDATE: I've had this now for 6 months or so, and after moving the little receiver box a million times (I have a 2 year old and a 5 year old) the cord has come lose from the circuit board inside. A replacement costs 20 dollars with shipping :/ Still.. this is a great unit, but you may want to secure the connection between the wire and the receiver unit (the part with the obnoxious blue light) with some electrical tape or something.UPDATE2: It's been like 2 years and this thing is still going strong. I use this with a XBMC/KODI set up and I have taped the repeater IR light to the reciever for my cheap-o Chinavision remote connected to my media center. It has worked flawlessly for all of this time. Well worth the investment.

I was looking for a device to relay signals to my newly-hidden DVD player and cable box (both happen to be Samsung). There is a bewildering array of choices. I also have a 2013 Samsung TV, which already has an IR relay to control the cable box, but that relay only passes on a few specific signals from the TV's remote, and does not permit full control of the cable box (e.g. DVR functions).So, specifically what I needed was the ability to control two hidden devices, and also to not have to paste the transmitter directly over the receiving sensor, since for the cable box I actually needed two transmitters, one from the TV and one the IR relay.So this kit contains the sensor, which is about 1" long by 1/2" wide by 1/2" deep, and needs to be stuck on a surface so its sensor is facing into the room; a small box that all the lines plus the power cord plug into, and 4 sets of transmitting lines (two transmitting bulbs on each line). The adhesive strip is not great but that's obviously not a big deal. All the wires supplied are kind of stiff, and since the sensor is light, and the transmitters are tiny, it's really necessary to sick them all to something so that they remain properly oriented. I did not measure the cords, but they were more than long enough for my set-up. I had ordered an extension  C&E CNE03722 Stereo Headphone Extension Cable 50 Feet 3.5mm  which looks to be fine but I didn't need it.The main issue I was concerned about was whether the transmitters would function if they were simply placed in front of the receiving boxes, rather stuck onto the boxes, and the answer is they work fine. Since the kit is supplied with 4 sets of transmitting lines, each of which has two transmitters on it, what I did was use two of the lines, and just located both transmitters bulbs on each line about an inch in front of the receiving boxes. I'm sure I could just have used one line and positioned one transmitter in front of each box, but since I didn't need all the transmitters, I figured this would help insure a strong transmitted signal. I actually stuck the two transmitter bulbs for the cable box right on to the transmitter coming from the TV, and they all work fine.I noticed some other reviewers complained either of a time lag, or of a need to orient the receiver exactly right. I did not notice either problem. From about 12 feet away, if I aim the remote any where in the direction of the TV, the receiver picks up the signal just fine. The receiver flashes a blue LED whenever it detects a transmitted signal, which is very reassuring. So far, I have seen absolutely no problems controlling either the cable box or the DVD player, for all available functions. I can use the Cable remote to control both the TV and the cable box, and it all operates seamlessly (as when the box was located in the open below the TV).I would say the construction quality is adequate, not outstanding. Certainly "good enough" for the purpose. C&E CNE03722 Stereo Headphone Extension Cable 50 Feet 3.5mm