Wireless RF Remote Control Extender Review
Summary
- Product Name: Wireless RF Remote Control Extender
- Manufacturer: Next Generation Home Products, Inc.
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- Review Date: April 10, 2005 20:00
- MSRP: $ 59.95
- Specifications
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Features
- Works with most AA and AAA powered remotes
- Receiver has built in charger
- Available in 433 MHz or 418 MHz
- Triple eye IR emitter
- 100+ feet (30 meter) range
- Includes external bright eye emitter
Specifications
AC Adapter Input: 110 VAC, 60 Hz
Operating Range: 100+ feet (30+ meters)
Operating Frequency: 433.92 MHz
FCC ID: SB7AAA
AC Adapter Output: 12 VDC, Minimum 100mA
Battery: 1.5V 2/3 AAA (rechargeable)
Pros
- Easier to use than anything else in your system
- Handles a majority of remote control codes
- Spare battery and built-in recharger
- Exceptionally long range (100+ feet)
- Works with AA or AAA battery powered remotes
Cons
- Not yet compatible with Universal Remote brand MX series remote controls
- Upgrade remotes and you may need to send in for a replacement transmitter
Introduction
Very seldom do I catch myself uttering the word "genius" silently to myself as I'm reviewing a piece of equipment. I have to say, I had my doubts about the Remote Control Extender when it was first brought to my attention last month. How can an IR remote control be automatically converted into a wireless RF remote simply by installing a battery/transmitter device in the unit itself? It just didn't make sense until Bob Dolatowski, President of Next Generation Home Products, Inc explained his product to us in detail.