I having a few issues with certain macro operations running on my new MX-3000 w/ MRF-300 base. For example, for my "all system on" and "all system off" macros, certain devices (my projector mostly) don't always turn on/off. Also, when using macros that switch my projector's input settings, they don't always take. Maybe they take 80% of the time. I'm mostly seeing problems with my Sony HS10 projector. All devices are wired to Xantech emitters from the RF base station (base station has default potentiometer settings for IR output level).

So, I'm guessing I may have issues with minimum repeat times (default is 3, but I bumped up to 5), delay between consecutive commands, and maybe even IR emitter power oversaturating the projector's IR sensor.

What steps have others taken to optimize these macros? Where do I start? Do others typically add delay between consecutive commands or is the default delay (what is this by the way) sufficient usually?

Please provide feedback.

Thanks,
Dino

Make sure all macros work reliably with IR first. If so, then try adjusting the output of the emitter for the component that responds internittantly to get the best results. If that doesn't do it, then try adding delay time between steps or decreasing/increasing repeat times. With the various options of the MRF-300, I don't like to add delay time except as a last resort when absolutely needed. Keeping macro execution time to a minimum is a plus with many clients.

Mike
www.SurfRemoteControl.com

Dino,

In most projector installations (including my own), emitters aren't necessary, since the screen reflects the IR and allows it to hit the projector. You may want to give that a try in IR only, just to see how well it works for you.



Thank you,
Damon DG
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Thanks for the responses!

Actually, my projector is in it's own room, and shines through a special glass window. So I do need to use an emitter on the projector's IR sensor.

-D

Dino,

Oh, ok! I wasn't aware of that factor. As Mike had mentioned, try in IR only, even if you have to go up to the projector and test it. You want to make sure everything is wokring 100% before setting RF. :) This should help you determine if it's a code issue or if the emitter needs to be moved or its output adjusted.



Thank you,
Damon DG
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Control Systems Consulting, Sales & Remote Programming