[mythtv-users] PVR-150 IR receiver extension?

[Mark Boyum]

On 10/24/07, Greg Foster <greg.foster at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> On 10/23/07, Meatwad <meatwad.get.the.honeys at gmail.com> wrote:
> > David Brodbeck wrote:
> > > On Oct 23, 2007, at 4:31 PM, Mark Boyum wrote:
> > >> Thanks for the suggestions and web link guys.  But I think my
> > >> problem lies in a detail that I left out.  My particular pvr-150
> > >> has the IR receiver / Blaster combo.  This seems to use a slightly
> > >> different plug than a standard mini-jack headphone plug (more
> > >> conductors and a different size).  I'm guessing that I'm S.O.L. and
> > >> will need to invest in a USB receiver / remote.
> > >
> > > Do you have any soldering skills?  If it were me, I would cut the
> > > existing cable in two and make an extension with my own connectors.
> >
> > This is a completely legitimate solution. It is done all the time in the
> > trade. I've used all kinds of cable to move IR signals around but most
> > often with CAT5 and STP. I solder them, use a dolphin crimp and then
> > friction tape after folding a little bit of service loop into the mess
> > to act as a strain relief.
> [snip]
>
> I'll second the mention of CAT5... extended my PVR350 IR receiver 50ft
> with no issues.
>
> Greg


I haven't soldered since junior high, but will give it a shot tonight.
Figure it's worth trying before spending money.  Worse case, I mess it up
and have to buy a new one anyhow.

Thanks for the suggestions!
-Mark
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