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| + | For USB-UIRT, and if you run Mythbuntu, the Mythbuntu Control Centre will provide you essentially a turnkey solution for the blaster setup, except make [LOAD_MODULES="false"]. For comparison, my hardware.conf file looks like this: | ||
Revision as of 21:05, 4 December 2017
This document describes the process of setting up a USB-UIRT, Tira-2 IR Blaster as well as how to utilize a TiVo-style direct connect cable for channel changing with a Set Top Box (STB).
Description
Because of my local cable provider’s move to full digital, they no longer provide Set Top Boxes (STB) with firewire ports, my preferred way of channel changing. The cable provider used to provide Motorola DCT6200 & DCH3416 STBs. They now provide Arris (formerly Motorola) DCX3220e STBs. The DCX3220e has a 3.5mm IR extender port that you can connect a TiVO style direct connect cable then connect the other end to the STB for a no-fail channel change change solution.
Direct Connect Cable
The direct connect cable: If you search on Amazon, eBay, or Weaknees for, “TiVo to DTA / Cable Box Infrared (IR) Direct Connect Cable. Replaces IR Blaster,” you will find the 34” cable.
or go to the link: https://www.weaknees.com/tivo-direct-connect-cable.php
This cable fits either the USB-UIRT or Tira-2's 1/8" (3.5mm) external ports. Of course, run the other 3.5mm plug to the STB's EXT IR IN port. So, no IR blaster emitter required. Note: The adapter cable can be extended with a standard, 3.5mm audio extender cable.
IR Blaster Setup
For USB-UIRT, and if you run Mythbuntu, the Mythbuntu Control Centre will provide you essentially a turnkey solution for the blaster setup, except make [LOAD_MODULES="false"]. For comparison, my hardware.conf file looks like this:
