I moved my question to my a new thread after realizing I might have high-jacked another members topic.
I've got a question regarding IR and the GC-100S.
Recently I bought 5 GC100-12 units of eBay and there at global cache getting tested and firmware updates..
I'm excited and understand how to use the serial over IP, as well the contact switches to control low voltage contacts.
BUT, I'm lost on understanding the capabilities of IR through the GC-100 with HS installed on a media server pc.
My desire and application is that I have several media zones (theater, bedrooms, outdoor lanai, etc...) and all the hardware in a media closet.
Three functions I would like to perform;
1) To relay all the IR signal from each media zone to its respective hardware device in the media closet.
2) Have HS monitor IR signals from each media zone so I can create triggers based on status change or demand.
3 Have HS send IR signals to all devices both in the media closet and the TV's in each media zone.
I plan on allocating a GC-100-12 to each media zone/closet but I'm unsure what IR Receivers and Blasters to use that will meet the above desired uses.
I've tried to search this form and other forms, even called Global Cache but just can't understand how all comes together with HS.
Any help, suggestions, or even better web links or manuals that would educate me would be most appreciated.
Charlie
Below is a Response that I already had received From User: "lhfarm"
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Response Posted by: lhfarm
Seer Deluxe
Charlie
Not sure I can be of much help, but I'm doing pretty much what you want with a Xantech IR distribution system and a Slink-e that will be replaced with the GC-100. The GC-100 is the link between HS and units or actions you are controlling with IR. I'm using Xantech IR receivers in each room, connected to a Xantech 4 zone amp in my media closet. The IR emitters are plugged into the appropriate zone and attached to the front of my equipment. The GC-100 is (will be) attached to the Xantech amp and just acts like another receiver or emitter. Using learned IR codes, I have a number of events used to control the whole house audio. Using the plug-in, I send the code to a device in the selected zone. Or, since I have receivers in each room, along with the device remote, I can control actions directly from the remote. I have not done so, but could have HS "listened" for a remote code from a zone receiver and fire an event(s) when that learned code is received.
In your case, I think the GC-100s will also take the place of my Xantech amp. You will need a GC-100 assigned to each zone, equipped with a GC receiver (GC-RG1) and at least one emitter/blaster (GC-BL2). It also means you will need - for the room receiver - wiring from the room to your media closet. I'm not sure if there are distance limits on the GC receiver wiring. I'd send them a note and ask. The alternative is a mix of Xantech connectors or an amp setup like I have. The room receiver could also be accomplished with iTech wireless equipment, but I've assumed you just want to use the GC-100s.
Hope this helps a little. Feel free to ask questions.
Barry
I've got a question regarding IR and the GC-100S.
Recently I bought 5 GC100-12 units of eBay and there at global cache getting tested and firmware updates..
I'm excited and understand how to use the serial over IP, as well the contact switches to control low voltage contacts.
BUT, I'm lost on understanding the capabilities of IR through the GC-100 with HS installed on a media server pc.
My desire and application is that I have several media zones (theater, bedrooms, outdoor lanai, etc...) and all the hardware in a media closet.
Three functions I would like to perform;
1) To relay all the IR signal from each media zone to its respective hardware device in the media closet.
2) Have HS monitor IR signals from each media zone so I can create triggers based on status change or demand.
3 Have HS send IR signals to all devices both in the media closet and the TV's in each media zone.
I plan on allocating a GC-100-12 to each media zone/closet but I'm unsure what IR Receivers and Blasters to use that will meet the above desired uses.
I've tried to search this form and other forms, even called Global Cache but just can't understand how all comes together with HS.
Any help, suggestions, or even better web links or manuals that would educate me would be most appreciated.
Charlie
Below is a Response that I already had received From User: "lhfarm"
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Response Posted by: lhfarm
Seer Deluxe
Charlie
Not sure I can be of much help, but I'm doing pretty much what you want with a Xantech IR distribution system and a Slink-e that will be replaced with the GC-100. The GC-100 is the link between HS and units or actions you are controlling with IR. I'm using Xantech IR receivers in each room, connected to a Xantech 4 zone amp in my media closet. The IR emitters are plugged into the appropriate zone and attached to the front of my equipment. The GC-100 is (will be) attached to the Xantech amp and just acts like another receiver or emitter. Using learned IR codes, I have a number of events used to control the whole house audio. Using the plug-in, I send the code to a device in the selected zone. Or, since I have receivers in each room, along with the device remote, I can control actions directly from the remote. I have not done so, but could have HS "listened" for a remote code from a zone receiver and fire an event(s) when that learned code is received.
In your case, I think the GC-100s will also take the place of my Xantech amp. You will need a GC-100 assigned to each zone, equipped with a GC receiver (GC-RG1) and at least one emitter/blaster (GC-BL2). It also means you will need - for the room receiver - wiring from the room to your media closet. I'm not sure if there are distance limits on the GC receiver wiring. I'd send them a note and ask. The alternative is a mix of Xantech connectors or an amp setup like I have. The room receiver could also be accomplished with iTech wireless equipment, but I've assumed you just want to use the GC-100s.
Hope this helps a little. Feel free to ask questions.
Barry
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