Thursday, 20th June 2013

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CFL and LCD TV Friendly version, with adjustable IR frequency, and mini 3-conductor 7 ft. ribbon cable and separate screw terminal block (supplied). Terminates in bare wires

Miniature IR receiver that features surface mount technology. The 480 Dinky Link was originally developed in response to requests from many of Xantech's custom installers for a small, inconspicuous receiver. It was designed for placement in very tiny spaces. One example is between the grille and baffle board of an in-wall speaker. The high sensitivity of this receiver gives you the ability to place the 480 behind a grille and still receive the IR commands up to 20 feet away. If longer range is necessary, you must drill a 3/8-inch hole in the grille.

You would normally use these products to control devices that are out of sight (in a cupboard for instance), for hardwiring infra-red distribution around the house, or for sending commands back to a home controller, like HomeVision.

FEATURES

Extremely small package, 7/16" x 5/16" x 2-1/8" (11mm x 8mm x 54mm)
Works in normal 3-wire mode
Talkback red LED tests system for correct wiring as well as indicating infrared reception
Available in white, black or silver

480B-85 - CFL and LCD TV Friendly version, with adjustable IR frequency, and mini 3-conductor 7 ft. ribbon cable and separate screw terminal block (supplied). Terminates in bare wires

480W-85 - Same as the 480B-85 except with white case.

480S-85 - Same as the 480B-85 except with silver case.

Except for the variations noted above, each unit in the 480 series has the same features and specifications.

SPECIFICATIONS

Infrared modulation frequency bandwidth: 30-100 kHz
Nominal reception range: > 30 feet
Nominal reception angle: 55 degrees off axis
Cable requirements for long lengths: three-conductor/24 gauge up to 200', 22 gauge up to 600', 20 gauge up to 2000' and 18 gauge up to 5000' (unshielded OK)
Maximum cable length: One mile with 18 gauge
Maximum current output: 100 mA
Power requirements: 12 volts DC @ 10 mA

Note. Does NOT include Block (eg CB12, 789-44, etc), emitters or 12V power supply

NOT suitable for use near Plasma screens

FAQ:
Q. I can't make this work with Sky+ or SkyHD
A. The receiver has 2 infra-red inputs that pickup different frequencies. To make this work with Sky you need to cover up the first IR window with some good insulation tape, so no IR light can get in. Like this: