MuxLab 500999 - High Performance Infrared (IR) Receiver
The MuxLab 500999 is an infrared (IR) receiver sensor designed to provide reliable and precise remote control of your audiovisual equipment. This compact, high-quality device is the perfect solution for systems where the AV source and display are separate, enabling seamless communication between your remote control and your devices. It works in conjunction with other MuxLab products, such as active baluns, to extend the IR signal and ensure your commands are executed without delay or interference. Its discreet design and easy installation make it an essential component for home theater installations, conference rooms, and digital signage systems.
Main Features
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Wide Device Compatibility: This IR receiver is compatible with a wide variety of equipment, including TVs, set-top boxes (STBs), DVD and Blu-ray players, DVRs, PVRs, and satellite receivers.
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Multi-Format Support: Supports the most common IR data formats on the market, such as NEC, RC5, RC6, Grundig, RCA, Zenith and 12-bit Sony, ensuring versatile integration with most remote controls.
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Long Reception Range: Capable of capturing infrared signals from a distance of up to 15 meters, providing flexibility and convenience in handling your devices from anywhere in the room.
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Standard Carrier Frequency: Operates on a carrier frequency of 38 kHz, the industry standard, ensuring stable signal transmission and minimizing potential interference with other devices.
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Simple Connectivity: Equipped with a 3.5mm (mono) jack connector, it connects quickly and securely to compatible MuxLab active balun receivers (such as models 500145, 500405 and 500407).
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Compact and Durable Design: Its dark-colored epoxy resin casing is not only robust but also discreet. Its small dimensions allow for a clean and almost invisible installation in any environment.
Benefits for the Integrator and the End User
The MuxLab 500999 simplifies the management of complex audiovisual systems. For professional installers, its reliability and compatibility ensure seamless integration, reducing setup time. For end users, this translates into a smooth and frustration-free control experience, allowing them to operate equipment hidden in cabinets or another room with a standard remote control, while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Use Cases
This infrared receiver is ideal for a multitude of applications. In home theater installations, it allows players and amplifiers to be concealed within a closed cabinet, enabling control without opening the doors. In corporate environments , such as boardrooms or classrooms, it facilitates the control of projectors and screens mounted on the ceiling or in hard-to-reach locations. It is also an excellent solution for digital signage systems, where media players are typically hidden behind displays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which MuxLab products is this IR receiver compatible with?
The IR receiver 500999 is designed to work specifically with MuxLab products, such as the active baluns with P/N 500145, 500405 and 500407.
Do I also need an infrared emitter?
Yes, the 500999 is the receiver that picks up the signal from the remote control. To transmit that signal to the device you want to control, you will need the complementary product, the MuxLab 500998 IR Transmitter, which connects to the transmitting balun.
Does it work with any remote control?
It works with the vast majority of remote controls on the market, as it is compatible with the main infrared communication protocols, including NEC, RC5, RC6 and 12-bit Sony, among others.
What is the length of the sensor cable?
The sensor comes with an integrated cable approximately 1 meter (39 inches) long, offering flexibility for placement.
Project description
Infrared (IR) receiver with a 3.5 mm mono jack connection. It operates at a carrier frequency of 38 kHz and an IR wavelength of 940 nm. It supports multiple IR data formats, including NEC, RC5, RC6, Grundig, RCA, Zenith, and 12-bit Sony. The effective reception range is up to 15 meters. Its dimensions are 20 x 24 x 13 mm, and it weighs 18 grams. It is constructed with an epoxy resin housing and complies with RoHS regulations.
