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TNP IR Infrared Remote Control Extender Repeater Cable (8.2 Feet) - USB Powered System Kit for Enhanced IR Signal Receiver & IR Emitter Blaster Extension Review

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Revainrating 3.5 out of 5  
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3.5
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Details

BrandTNP Products
Item Dimensions LxWxH5.9 x 2.7 x 1.9 inches
Item Weight1.65 Ounces
Range6 Feet
Wireless Communication StandardInfrared

Description of TNP IR Infrared Remote Control Extender Repeater Cable (8.2 Feet) - USB Powered System Kit for Enhanced IR Signal Receiver & IR Emitter Blaster Extension

IR remote control cable extends the signal to a video source like a Blu-ray player, DVD player, STB box, AV receiver or other A/V source with an infrared sensor so it can be controlled from your HDTV. Simple installation IR Repeater cable allows you to control home theater components located behind closet cabinet doors. Place the IR emitter blaster near the source sensor to repeat the signal to the source; Place the IR Receiver in a convenient location with line of sight of your hand-held remote; IR Tx and Rx cables have adhesive circles on the back for mounting. USB powered IR extension cable has an integrated 6 foot Y-cable to receive 5V USB power; Connect to an HDTV USB port or to a USB wall charger power supply (sold separately). Compatible with most A/V equipment with infrared sensors (not RF).

Reviews

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

You need this item for Accessories & Consumables

If you don't want to see your stereo system but want to use it, this is for you. I tried another brand plugged into my stereo but it didn't work. This guy only transmits the RF signal and had no problems. It needs USB power.

Pros
  • New to my collection
Cons
  • Secret

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Useless type Best in Remotes and Accessories

So the IR sensor is pretty much connected to the USB cable and you only have about 5 inches of slack. The IR receiver is a good length and if the sensor was the same length I wouldn't be returning the cable. If your device does not have an "always-on" USB port, or if your device will be less than 5 inches from an electrical outlet, this cable may come in handy. Otherwise, stay away and spend your extra cash on a real IR repeater.

Pros
  • Best
Cons
  • Too long to wait

Revainrating 4 out of 5

OK, not perfect. on Remote Controls and Accessories

Works great but the cable between USB and transmitter is only about 30cm long. This may require a USB extension cable to position the transmitter. Also, no power supply is included. But that's not surprising given the price. At this point, most people have a few spare USB power adapters if they don't have a spare port handy. TIP: Blue-Tac is excellent for RX and TX assembly. as needed. (This is a low-stick putty that you use like chewing gum)

Pros
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Short instructions

Revainrating 4 out of 5

OK, not perfect. best in Remote Controls and Accessories

Works great but the cable between the USB port and the transmitter is only 30cm long. This may require a USB extension cable to position the transmitter. Also, no power supply is included. But that's not surprising given the price. At this point, most people have a few spare USB power adapters if they don't have a spare port handy. TIP: Blue-Tac is excellent for RX and TX assembly. as needed. (This is a low-stick putty that you use like chewing gum)

Pros
  • Place IR Emitter Blaster near source sensor to repeat signal to source; Place the IR receiver in a convenient location within sight of your handheld remote; The Tx and Rx IR cables have adhesive rings on the back for attaching
Cons
  • Available in white only

Revainrating 4 out of 5

It works, there are no instructions and everything is on one cable, so no two-room solutions.

Good thing: Works well with my receiver and dish controller. It's easy to install once you figure out how it works as there were no instructions. You get a USB cable with a transmitter box (small box) which I put in front of my dish receiver and on the other end is an IR receiver (large box) which after turning the flat side against the wall, had worked. There's a USB port for power about 6 inches from the small box. The device is only suitable for working in one room, since it is a single…

Pros
  • USB powered IR extender with integrated 6ft Y-cable for 5V USB power; Connects to HDTV USB port or USB wall charger (sold separately)
Cons
  • Not bad, but...

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Update: Doesn't work reliably.

UPDATE: Received a replacement today. I installed and tested it, so far so good. The time will show. I'm increasing my rating to a 4. While there are many negative reviews about cable length, I knew it would be easy for me to fix this issue. However, when I plugged it in, it didn't repeat the IR signal. The receiver lights up to show it's receiving, but nothing happens on the transmitter side. I held the transmitter directly in front of the Blu-Ray player and nothing. I've tried placing the…

Pros
  • Compatible with most AV equipment with infrared (non-RF) sensors
Cons
  • Wrinkled