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Small IR Sensor that Can Be Placed Almost Anywhere
Xantech 291-10 Tabletop IR Sensor
Xantech 291-10 Tabletop IR Sensor
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Hidden Link Tabletop IR Receiver
Item# 8110

Overview
  • Attractive case for shelf-top locations.
  • Red talkback LED tests system for correct wiring as well as indicating infrared reception.
  • Attached 7' cable and 3.5 mm mini plug permits direct plug-in to connecting blocks

Essential Info

Use this shelf-top IR receiver when you can't drill into a cabinet or piece of equipment and use the smaller hidden sensors. This sensor is about an inch high and about 3.25" wide and includes a 'talkback' LED so you'll know the command was received and sent to the emitter.

NOTE: The status LED on your IR repeater should only be lit when it is receiving an IR signal from your remote control. If you notice that the LED is always on, you may be getting interference from your television or the ambient light in the room. This will cause the system to overheat and will burn out prematurely. There are LCD and Plasma safe kits which filter out the interference coming from your television.


Important notes:
  • Smarthome offers technical support on this product. We offer (2) ways to contact us for technical support: CHAT (homepage button: Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm ET) or Phone: 1-800-762-7846 (Mon-Fri 9:00am-9:00pm & Sat 10:00am-4:00pm ET)
  • Only merchandise credit for defective items returned within 30 days of purchase. No other returns allowed on this item.

Manuals/Software

What's Included

  • 291-10 tabletop IR sensor

    • More Info

    For basic applications, this tabletop IR Sensor picks up IR signals up to 90 degrees off-axis and from up to 30 feet away. Equipped with a 7-foot cable and 3.5 mm stereo mini plug, which is plugged directly into the "IR RCVR" jack on the included one-emitter connecting block or any connecting block we carry. IR modulation frequency bandwidth: 30 - 100 kHz. Requires a power supply, sold separately.


    Extend the reach of your sensor with a 50 foot male to female cable (8186). This three-conductor cable has 1/8" male and female plugs molded onto a high quality cable.

    Specifications




    Specifications

    Manufacturer:Xantech
    Manufacturer Product No.:291-10
    Pick-up Range:30 ft.
    Pick-up Angle:90 degrees
    IR Bandwidth:30-100kHz
    Dimensions:3 1/4"w x 1"h x 2"d

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    System Diagram  Wiring Guide     

    Reviews
    45 Ratings
    5 star: 71%  (32)
    4 star: 13%  (6)
    3 star: 13%  (6)
    2 star: 2%  (1)
    1 star: 0%  (0)
    Average Customer Rating
    (45 customer ratings)
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    JOHN -- hobart, IN   7/23/2009
    Very good service and quality. I plan to purchace another one and some other products.
    ANDREW -- new york, NY   5/6/2009
    Works, but not with the CFL in my LCD screen! The Sony Bravia LCD is brand new so I thought it would be shielded enough, but not so - had to return for the shielded version of this, which works fine.
    VERNE -- raleigh, NC   1/20/2009
    Works just fine; easy installation. Replacement for previous unit which burned out after eight years.
    THOMAS -- phoenix, AZ   12/19/2008
    Channel Master's old coax-connected unit is immune from interference created by LCDs and CFLs. I don't understand why these units can't be made the same way so users don't have to buy the more expensive units for flat screen compatibility.
    KENNETH -- st.john's, XX   12/4/2008
    Easy to install
    LARRY -- arlington, TX   10/23/2008
    I have two receivers on two different TV's and this is the best one. It is wide enough to actually receive the signal but small enough to disappear when not in use. Also, it only lights up when you aim your remote at it which my other one puts out a constant blue light. Would defiantly recommend this one.
    MICK -- des allemands, LA   4/25/2008
    Great receiver. Easy to set up. Picks up IR signals with ease even from extreme angles. This is a must have if you have all of your equipment in a closed cabinet.
    NEAL -- hoover, AL   10/26/2007
    The hidden link works perfectly and is not even seen on top of my tv.
    MALCOLM T -- hilton head island, SC   8/29/2007
    I have had a problem with IR pickupfrom the LCD TV. I have moved it above and behind the TV and that seems to solve the problem for a while, but then the IR receiver/repeater stays on.
    HandiDude -- baltimore, MD   3/22/2008
    I have two of these and just installed a third. One is next to a plasma, which has been operational for over three years without a problem. Second is next to an LCD without problems for over two years. Would buy again, ala carte items are cheaper than packaged ones, as long as you know what parts are needed for your application.
    Doug -- reston, VA   2/9/2008
    Works fine (just completed installation) but red talkback LED glows continuously from LCD TV. IR commands still reach device (Motorola cable box) with no trouble. Installed with 8171S dual emitter and 8186 50-ft extension cable. If you need to extend/hide an IR device, this does the job easily with minimal cost.
    ROBERT -- tampa, FL   7/14/2007
    I am very happy with the product. It works like it is described
    JOHN -- chapin, SC   5/10/2007
    Excellent product. Worked as advertised.
    DAVID -- chuluota, FL   7/27/2006
    The items worked perfectly for my application. I'm very pleased with the results.
    WILLIAM -- suffolk, WV   7/27/2006
    These units work very well for my application. Other units I have tried were more sensitive to noise.
    TRESA -- new york, NY   2/22/2006
    The service was fine, but I think that I should have been told that I had to order the electric plug and wires to go with the Hidden Link receiver to make it work. I had to order the second part because that wasn't explained in the website under product info
    BRYAN -- warren, MI   1/23/2006
    Happy with produst.
    CARLO -- LOA ANGELES   1/23/2006
    THE BEST IR RECEIVERS IN THE INDUSTRY!!!!!!
    RICHARD -- lorton, VA   1/5/2006
    Met requirements exactly as I expected.
    RICHARD -- fountain hills, AZ   7/27/2005
    Merchandise was exactly what I ordered and it was received promptly.

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