Does this do simple stuff, like me controlling my home A/V stuff from a laptop?
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I am using it to synchronize data between a laptop computer and an old Palm iiixe. As another respondent noted,you need software to do the sorts of things you describe. I'm not sure such software is available. The IR adapter is really like a "cord" between your computer and another device (printer,another computer, organizer,etc.)that has infrared capability. It doesn't do much more than provide an opportunity for interaction between devices. Software can make use of that opportunity.
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I am using this to communicate with a SCUBA regulator. It could be used to communicate with any device that is set up to send and receive data by an IR link. In order for that to work, the software has to exist and be installed on the PC. In the case of my SCUBA gear, the manufacturer supplied the software, and I installed it. This device, by itself only gives the PC capability to send and receive IR data.
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If you have the right software to produce the correct code sequences. I use it to drive an IR printer.
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I use a laptop to run optishot, and run an hdmi cable to my tv...simple as that
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Yes, it can shift from one output(DVD, TV, Cable,etc.) to another, volume, FM/AM, and with an extra accessory (RHID) have control of the rest of your input connections if compatible.
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If what you're asking is for a means to power up/down the amp remotely (automatically), yes it does.
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Yes, it does. You can use you computer to link it too also, but it always has to have power.
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Yes. Simply program a command and it will do it. Watch TV~ turn on amp, TV input HDMI1, and cable box.
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Yes as Steve and Ken indicated it simply replicates the input on all four outputs. Most people use this as an HDCP removal device.
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No it doesn't. Just try to not overload a circuit with a lot of important items plugged into it. Like a desktop
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Nope....it is strictly set up for the 2gig controller (or Vivint which uses the same panel)
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Don't you already have "local" control???? Just walk over and flip the switch. done.
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Yes, it will make the computer detect the controller as an input device that can be set up for anything. I have played Skyrim with an n64 controller so you can do a lot with this.
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No. This will not control your Tivo, it only controls Xbox One apps, games, and TV
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No, it only acts as a switch to control one of the two outlets, based on the commands of the controller. Amount of Watts used is not tracked by this device.
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I have not try that, I use my laptop and IE to control it. And the manual did not mention it. The control is going through ActiveX.
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No. nothing fancy. Just plugs into the USB port of your computer. Can't be used otherwise. Am a bit disappointed with the action.
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I believe so, also if you are running this with a home automation controller you can do pretty much anything with it ( send txt, email alert, etc...) hope this helps out.
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I have used it for most functions, however some functions (like controlling my cable box) I have not been able to do. The answer to that problem may be in the setup menu.