Problem
Possible Cause & Solution
The IR Linc appears to
be locked up.
Remove and reset the power.
Disconnect all the emitters and the probe, and unplug the unit for three min-
utes, then reconnect.
If it is still locked up, perform a factory reset.
How can I get the power ON
command to only be issued
if the AV device is off?
Some AV devices have discrete IR signals for power on and off. If the remote
control has these buttons, use them. Otherwise, use a Smarthome Probe.
The IR command will be taught to the IR Linc with any address and the All
Light ON command. See Probe Status on page 8
I am having problems learn-
ing one of my remote con-
trols into the IR Linc.
There could be several factors causing this problem.
Check the tips on page 7.
The remote's IR frequency may be beyond the normal 40kHz. Excessive IR
light or brightly lit room could cause problems. Teaching IR Linc in a dark room
produces the best results.
When an powerline com-
mand is sent, the
Probe LED does not blink.
The PowerLinc II adapter is not "seeing" the powerline signal.
Make sure the adapter is not plugged into a power strip that filters the electric-
ity. The equipment electrically near the adapter may be sucking up PLC sig-
nals or you may need a phase coupler for the powerline signals. Visit
http://www.smarthome.com/project_x10.html to learn more.
How can I speed up the
to IR system?
The IR Linc will send IR signals when the first address is received. If a home
automation interface is being used, try sending only the address, which is
sometimes known as a "Keypress" command. The only exception to this is
when an IR command is learned as "Continuous" in which case the Bright and
Dim commands are used to trigger an IR output.
Can the IR Linc be used
on 230-volt systems like
those found outside of
North America?
It can't be used on 230-volt electrical systems, even with a step-down trans-
former. A voltage-converting transformer will block powerline signals. The
PowerLinc II adapter (which contains special circuitry the IR Linc box needs) is
not substitutable with other powerline interfaces.
Sometimes the signals
from the built-in blaster
don't trigger the AV device.
Using the blast emitters on the front of the IR Linc is the least reliable method
of controlling AV devices. We don't recommend bouncing IR signals off walls,
doors, or other surroundings. Additionally, external IR light interference from
sunlight, fluorescent lights, and plasma screen monitors may hamper reliable
operation. By using Mini Stick-on emitters, most IR light reliability problems
can be overcome.
How can I get around the
31 IR command limit.
The memory of the IR Linc can't be increased and the commands can't be
compressed. By investing in a second IR Linc, the work can be divided and in
most cases, two IR Linc Controllers controlling a complex home theater system
will cut down on total set up time after a command has been issued.
How do I get an IR com-
mand to repeat, like
for volume up/down?
When teaching the IR commands to the IR Linc, after sending the address for
the command (F4, P12, etc.), press the BRIGHT or DIM button on the con-
troller. You will need to use a 4020 Maxi-Controller for this or a controller that
can send addresses and commands separately. See page 6 for more informa-
tion.
I can't see my Mini Stick-on
Emitters blink when a com-
mand is sent.
Most brands of Mini Stick-on Emitters don't produce visible light we humans
can see.
I plugged the emitter into
the "Probe" jack accidental-
ly, now it does
not work.
The emitter was most likely destroyed. The "Probe" jack's voltage is a little too
much for the emitter to handle. Sorry about this, but we warned you about this
back on the installation section (step 4) on page 5.
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