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PHILIPS RF Adapter/Extender For use with ProntoPro TSU6000 & TSU3000
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This product has been discontinued.
For use with Pronto Remote TSU3000 and TSU6000.
Allows use of ProntoPro remote control in a multi-room environment by converting the remote's RF signals into IR for your equipment. Overcomes obstacles like furniture and walls. Equipment may be inside a closed cabinet, closet or in an other room. Up to 100 foot range.
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Includes: Receiver, 120V Adapter, Mounting Kit (plate + 4 screws)
Features
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- Pronto Pro accessory for operating devices inside a closed cabinet, closet or even in an other room.
- Converts the RF signal into IR for your equipment.
- Wide angle IR-beam.
- RF function allows operation anywhere in the house.
- Power adapter included
- With the 16 addresses it is possible to control more RF extenders separately
- there are 4 channels available to avoid interference
- Includes mounting kit for horizontal and inverted installation
Specifications
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- Power Supply: 120V AC power adapter (400mA/12V DC adapter)
- Power Consumption: 3W
- Operating Temperature: 32°f to 122°f (0°C to 50°C)
- RF Transmission Power: <10mW
- RF Operating Distance: 16 Feet
- Number of RF Channels: 4, for avoiding interference
- RF frequency: 418mHz (US)
- Number of Addressable ID codes: 16
- Emitter Outputs: 4 mono mini-plug connectors (3.5mm)
- Maximum Number of Dual IR emitters: 8 (2 x 4)
- IR Emitter Cable Length: 10 feet (2.5 meters)
- IR Emitter Maximum Range: 3 feet (75 cm)
- IR Frequency Range: 36kHz - 550kHz
- Dimensions: 4.5 x 3.2 x 1.1 inch (112.9 x 81.2 x 26.8 mm)
Using the TSU6000 with Radio Frequency
By default, the TSU6000 uses infrared (IR) signals to operate devices. This means that you have to point the TSU6000's sending eye towards the device you're operating. Normally, IR signals have an operating distance of maximum 33 feet (10 meters).
You can choose to operate devices using radio frequency (RF) signals instead of IR signals. Depending on the circumstances, RF signals have an operating distance up to approximately 100 feet (30 meters) in house and can, unlike IR signals, go through obstacles like furniture and walls.
The RF signals sent out by the TSU6000 are picked up by the RF extender RFX6000. The RF extender translates the RF signals in IR signals and sends the IR signals to the appropriate device.
Therefore, the RF extender has to be placed near the device you are operating, with the extender's sending eye pointing to the device. Your devices will always receive IR signals either directly from the TSU6000 or from the RF extender RFX6000.
Changing the TSU6000 RF IR settings
All devices are set up by default to work with IR signals. To be able to operate one or more devices with RF signals, you have to change the TSU6000 RF-IR settings for those devices.
Tips and Tricks for the Philips Pronto RF Extender RFX6000
Use these guidelines for optimal use of the RF function in the ProntoPro TSU6000 and Pronto NG TSU3000.
Interference:
Interference from other radio signals is the main reason why the Pronto RF may not perform well. In most cases interference is caused by other consumer products like wireless headphones, wireless audio speakers, wireless/cellular phones. But, microwaves and other appliances can also disturb the RF extender. When you live in an urban area the chance of interference increases.
As radio signals are invisible it is hard to recognize the existence of the interference. The red LED on the RF extender lights up when no Pronto commands are sent. This indicates that interference signals are being received. See if you can track the source of interference or, if possible, try to move the RF extender to another area.
Range:
All RF extenders are tested in the factory to receive the RF-signals from the Pronto properly at minimal 100 ft (33 m). However, the presence of metal objects in the neighborhood of the RF extender or Pronto will have a negative effect on the range.
Here are some tips to achieve an optimal range:
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- Place the RF extender at least 3ft (1 m) from the floor. Ideally place it on your ceiling at around 10 ft (3 m) from the floor.
- Avoid placing the RF extender and Pronto near metal cabinets or metal walls.
- Avoid placing electronic devices next to the RF extender (ie. avoid placing the RF extender behind a TV as this will affect the range).
- Don't put the RF extender in a warm, cold or wet environment.
- Armed concrete walls will block or weaken the RF signal.
- Using the remote control on the floor will reduce the distance range.
- Using the remote control on a metal support (table, cabinet&) will also reduce the RF performances.
- Even your hand will influence the range. Covering the Pronto with your hand will have a negative effect on the range.
- Experiment with different channels and extender IDs of the RF extender.
If by following the above guidelines, the RF extender is continues to perform poorly, check if a neighbor is continuously using the same frequency band as you are. (418 Mhz +/- 1 Mhz in the US and 434 MHz +/- 1 Mhz in Europe).
Following these tips & tricks will help you to get the best out of your Pronto.
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