Does this IR extender work with Plasma TV in the room? Edited Title: Does this IR extender work well in the presence of Plasma TV in the room?
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One additional point. One good thing...There is a status indicator that shows when there is interaction/interference from any source and how much (the more interference the more the status light blinks...where there is none, it stays off)...I actually used it like a homing device to find the right area with the least amount of interference. Without it, I probabably would have pulled my hair out trying to locate the sources of interference.
170673
Well one thing to consider is if you play vidoe games. I have done some research myself and there has been a lot of talk about "burn in" with the plasma tv's. If you play video games and there is something on the screen that doesn't move or change very much then that image could burn into the tv screen. Just something else to consider.
2033828
I only have the non-powered unit and it works just fine. It's smart enough so I never use the remote. And if there is any loss of visual quality, I certainly can't tell on my 58" plasma... But I don't think there is.
50502
It is IR (Infrared) remote and not RF. You can see the IR LED in the front of the remote. It will not work if you are not in the line of sight. But it is very sensitive and works even at an extreme angle. However, if it is completely blocked by say a door or you are not pointing at the switch then it will not work. Also, a learning remote can apparently learn the code though I have not tried it.
1774402
Hi -- I saw the same thing on my unit from extremely close by. I believe that's just how plasmas work because of the medium they are using. This has not impacted our viewing experience from our regular viewing position.
2006420
I am thinking about buying this TV but, based on several reviews, plasma TV's experience problems like "burn ins". I would like to plug the TV in and watch it ,with the worry of "breaking it in". Perhaps plasma' are not meant for me. Any reactions?
1489752
Hello! My wife and I own two plasma TVs (See recent post on Panasonic TH-50PZ800U, "Great delivery time and our recent experience") and we both wear glasses. There is little to no glare from the screen and we have not noticed any problems watching TV with glasses.By the way, our LCD and CRT TVs, also in very well lit rooms, are not different from the plasma TV display from a glare perspective. If you watch any TV at night from an angle with other light sources near the TV, maybe you'll experience a "halo" effect with your glasses, but it's not unique to plasma TVs. Hello! My wife and I own two plasma TVs (See recent post on Panasonic TH-50PZ800U, "Great delivery time and our recent experience") and we both wear glasses. There is little to no glare from the screen and we have not noticed any problems watching TV with glasses.By the way, our LCD and CRT TVs, also in very well lit rooms, are not different from the plasma TV display from a glare perspective. If you watch any TV at night from an angle with other light sources near the TV, maybe you'll experience a "halo" effect with your glasses, but it's not unique to... » Read More Hello! My wife and I own two plasma TVs (See recent post on Panasonic TH-50PZ800U, "Great delivery time and our recent experience") and we both wear glasses. There is little to no glare from the screen and we have not noticed any problems watching TV with glasses.By the way, our LCD and CRT TVs, also in very well lit rooms, are not different from the plasma TV display from a glare perspective. If you watch any TV at night from an angle with other light sources near the TV, maybe you'll experience a "halo" effect with your glasses, but it's not unique to plasma TVs. « Show Less
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I must apologize to you for jumping to the conclusion that you were a novice from your initial question. The main IR sensor on the extender is indeed sensitive, not just to the light from the Plasma, but it seems to be somewhat sensitive to other light sources as well. I had to make sure that there was no direct line of vision between any of the devices, the Plasma, the sun, the light in my room and even the attached blasters. Once I creatively figured that out (I put it in a shady area below the top of the console instead of on top of it), the extender worked fine. I hope this helps you.
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it works very well.. i have an older plasma tv w 2 hdmi ports.. 1 is used for my sound bar.. and now the other port has this switch in there w my cable box, xbox n blue ray player attached.. it works extremely well
338715
The room I have the tv in is mostly dark, but when we have lights on their is minimal glare. Nobody has noticed it on the tv. Works great, my son broke our first plasma, hes a toy thrower, and he hasnt broken this tv.
1239589
this will not fix your problem... this is an IR emitter meaning it OUTputs IR it doesnt receive it. This is meant to plug into a control system with the little emitter stuck on the IR receiver on your equipment (in your case it would be on the IR receiver on the front of your TV) repeating IR commands.
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At least two of the previous answers about this soundbar system claim to have used it with a plasma TV successfully. Since it's a Panasonic product and it plays whatever the TV set receives via cable, satellite, or over the air, I can't think of a reason it wouldn't work with your plasma set.
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Hello I purchased this and had issues with the IR sensor. So returned it and bought "Kinivo 501BN Premium 5 port High speed HDMI switch with IR wireless remote and AC Power adapter - supports 3D, 1080p". This worked perfectly and is still working without a hitch. I have my Google Chrome, Blue Ray, DISH, and projector hooked up to this and the switch between these devices is a easy remote click away. Hope this helps.
1489755
I've pretty much decided on purchasing the Panasonic 50PZ800U. I notice from your previous post that you have LCDs in your home as well. How would you compare the viewing experience between those and your new plasma? As far as HDTV, do you have Cable or Satellite? I currently have Satellite, but will switch to FIOS based on reviews in Consumer Reports.I really appreciate your time!
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I have RF. The sound is very clear and I can leave the room with my headset on and still hear the audio, even upstairs or downstairs. My understanding of IR is that anything that interferes with line of sight, even turning the head, can interrupt the audio signal. Best to ask someone with an IR unit.
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Mine is. I'm using it between my desktop and Onkyo receiver connected to the plasma for playing Call of Duty with no problems. It also sends the sound for in game surround. What didn't know was that it also seems intent connection through it.
2079234
Yes it works and well with my universal remote on ALL my devices.............I was very glad for this IR Extender..........