Exogal Pulsar IR) User manual

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EXOGAL Pulsar (IR) User Manual
03/18/2021

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INTRODUCTION
The EXOGAL Pulsar is an Infrared receiver that allows the Comet (and an Ion) to be controlled
using the same Infrared remote signals as the next generation of products from EXOGAL. The
Pulsar is intended to replace the original Bluetooth remotes as well as the no-longer-available
iPhone and Android applications.
On the back of the Pulsar, there is one power jack and 2 buttons (one “Pair / Reset” and one
“Config”). Take the included USB-A to USB Micro cable and connect the Pulsar “Power” port to
the port on the back of the Comet labeled “USB Charger”. Alternatively, the Pulsar can be
powered by any phone charger with a micro-USB connector. The Pulsar must be within approx.
100 meters of the Comet to function properly, but it must have line of sight to the remote!
The EXOGAL Pulsar is very small and designed to be placed inconspicuously in the listening
room. There is a soft blue, pulsing power indicator (which can be disabled, if desired) and basic
indicators that provide feedback to the user.

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POSITIONING
In its simplest terms, the Pulsar is an Infrared to Bluetooth Converter. EXOGAL has a defined
set of Infrared codes for our products, and the Pulsar converts those IR codes to the same
Bluetooth commands used by our original Bluetooth Remotes and our now-deprecated
smartphone applications. Our defined IR codes will be used in future products so our next,
current, and past products will all exist within the same control ecosystem.
Because the Bluetooth connection has a 100-meter range, it is not necessary that the Pulsar is
positioned very close to the Comet being controlled. However, the Pulsar must be positioned in
a way where it can receive the IR commands from the remote. The Pulsar is manufactured
with laser-etched micro-lenses on all four sides which help capture the IR signal and bounce it
inside the Pulsar to the IR detector. This allows you to partially conceal it and take advantage
of scatters and reflections of the IR light.
Pair the Pulsar with the Comet and ensure that you have control before you attempt to “hide”
the Pulsar in your room. Once you hide it, make sure that it can receive the IR signal from any
position where you would like to control your system.

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PAIRING
Unlike the original Comet remote control and the smart phone applications, the Pulsar can be
permanently paired with any individual Comet which improves the speed and performance of
the remote control. It also means that it is now possible to control multiple Comets in one
house much more reliably using multiple Pulsars.
To pair the Comet with the Pulsar. Press the Pair / Reset button just until the Red LED begins
to flash, then release (usually <= 1 second.)
Pressing the button usually requires a ball-point pen or a paper clip
FACTORY RESET
If you need to clear the Pairing information, you simply press and hold the Pair / Reset button for
several seconds. The Red Light will be solid. Continue to hold the Pair / Reset button until the
Green light comes on (Approximately 3-4 seconds.)
Once the Pulsar has been Reset, it can be re-paired with the same Comet or a different Comet by
following the Pairing procedure, above.

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TURNING THE BLUE LIGHT ON OR OFF
If you would prefer to turn off the pulsing Blue LED, you will need 2 ball point pens or paper clips
and some moderate dexterity. First, press and hold the “Config Key” and then press the “Pair /
Reset” button until the Red Light comes on. Release both buttons and the Blue LED will be
disabled. (If you want to turn the Blue LED back on, perform this procedure again.)
USING WITH A LEARNING REMOTE
Since we use standard IR codes, you can load the Pulsar’s remote
codes into any Learning Remote. You will need to consult and follow the
Learning instructions for your particular remote. We’ve tested it with
remotes from Universal Remote, Logitech, and Sevenhugs.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION
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