Monoprice MIR-500 User manual

Wireless IR Remote
Controller Extender
MODEL :MIR-500
OWNERS MANUAL

LOCATION OF CONTROLS
Transmitter Side Receiver Side
DC Power DC Power IR Probe
Transmitter and
Receiver Front
Infrared Remote
Control Antenna
Remote Control
Indicators &
IR Transmitter/Receiver
Accessory
DC 12 V
AC 120V
A
da
p
tor x2
Infrared
Extender X 3
1
,
1.5
,
2m in len
g
th
1

CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with CE,
FCC , Canadian DOC. regulations. These regulations are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with this manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular situation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the affected equipment and
the receiver.
Connect the affected equipment to an outlet on a circuit which
is different from than the one the receiver is connected to.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
SUBMERGE OR EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO WATER.
TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE UNITS.
THE MIR-500 CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.
DOING SO WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
USE ONLY THE POWER SUPPLY PROVIDED WITH THE
MIR-500
DO NOT OVERLOAD WALL OUTLETS OR EXTENSION
CORDS.
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY WITH THIS
PRODUCT, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE IT YOURSELF.
PLEASE CALL YOUR VENDOR FOR ASSISTANCE.
2

Product Description
The MIR-500 Wireless Infrared Remote Control Extender
enables you to extend the range of your present Infrared
Remote Control so that you can operate VCRs, stereos, Cable
Converter, Satellite receivers, etc., virtually anywhere in the
home.
Applications
The remote operation of electronics products that utilize IR
(Infrared) remote control technology such as:
‧Satellite Receivers
‧Television
‧VCR's (Video Cassette Recorders)
‧CDs (Compact Disc)
‧DVD's (Digital Video Disc)
‧LDP's (Laser Disc Players)
‧Cable Converter Boxes
‧Audio / Hi-Fi Stereo Systems
‧Wireless Video Sender Systems
‧Any IR Remote Controlled Devices
3

APPLICATION DIAGRAM
IR Signal
RF Signal
1. Stereo system with remote control:
MIR-500
Receiver
Wire to Extension Speaker
Probe
Stereo Wall
IR Remote
Control
DIR-500
Transmitter
2. DSS / Satellite Receiver with remote control:
2nd TV
DSS or Satellite
Receiver Wall
IR Remote
Control
MIR-500
Receiver
MIR-500
Transmitter
4

Installation & Operation Guide
Receiver
Picture 1 Picture 2
Working with extender probe
Antenna
Power
Adaptor
(Using IR )
Make sure the IR probe is affixed toward
IR sensor receiving Window with proper position
(within 0.5M and working angles +/- 15°). Keep Vertical
Picture 3 Picture 4
Working without
extender probe Working without extender probe
Side View
6.6 M
7 M
0.3
Not less than 0.3M and not more than 7M
Working Angle not more than +/- 15°
Working Angle not more than +/-
15°
5

Transmitter Picture 6
Picture 5 Working Angle not
more than +/- 15°
Antenna
Power
Adaptor
Keep Vertical Remote Control
Picture 7
Antenna
Distance Not less than 0.3M and not more than 5M
Working Angle not more than +/- 15°
6

Care and Maintenance
Keep the MIR-500 Remote Extender dry. If it gets wet, wipe it
dry immediately.
Use and store the MIR-500 only in normal temperature
environments. Extreme temperature can shorten the life of
electronic devices
Handle the MIR-500 gently and carefully. Dropping it can
damage the circuit board and can cause it to work
improperly.
Keep the MIR-500 away from dust and dirt, which can cause
premature wear of parts.
Wipe the MIR-500 with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it
looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents,
or strong detergents.
Specifications
Operating Voltage ……………………………….120 VAC, 60Hz/
DC 12V, 250mA
Power Consumption (pair)..............................….....3 Watts Max
Transmission Frequency........…………….433.92MHz+/-1MHz
Power Gain......................................................................10dBM
Effective operating range.......................…...……....about 100M
(clear line of sight)
7