Episode Powered Soundbar IR Control Protocol

Overview

This protocol provides the information required to control an ES-PWR-SNDBR-180-BLK via IR through a connected IR receiver or automation system. Follow the instructions carefully to ensure that IR functions at the highest level and does not cause damage to the soundbar or other components.

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IR Appplications

In-Room IR Receiver with IR Remote and IR Repeater

To control the soundbar with an in-room IR remote (commands transmit directly from the remote):

  1. Connect an IR receiver via IR repeater. Position the receiver so that commands are received reliably.

  2. Connect the IR repeater to the IR In port on the soundbar with a 3.5 mm mono mini cable.

  3. Control additional equipment by attaching an IR flasher to the IR Out port of the repeater.

Programmed Automation Controller

To control the soundbar with a control system:

  1. Connect an IR receiver to the control system. Position the receiver so that commands are received reliably.

  2. Connect a 3.5 mm mono mini cable from the flasher output of the controller to the IR In port on the soundbar.

  3. Program the control system using the IR control protocol.