The Russound CB-140 is the connecting block at the centre of an infrared repeater system. It lets a remote control work equipment that is hidden in a cabinet, closet or rack in another location. An IR receiver mounted where the remote is aimed, such as a Russound SLM-1 on a TV bezel or an 854 tabletop receiver, plugs into the block. The CB-140 then sends the received commands out to up to four emitter jacks. Each jack can drive a single IRE-1 emitter for one component, or a dual IRE-2 emitter for two, so one block can cover up to eight devices. All connections use colour-coded 3.5 mm jacks, which makes wiring quick and keeps mistakes to a minimum on the job site. One LED shows that the block is powered and an IR-confirmation LED flashes when IR is received, which helps with commissioning and service calls. The block mounts near the AV equipment and runs from a 12-volt DC supply; Russound specifies its CB-PS power supply, which is sold separately and is also included in the SLM-1K kit.
Key Features
- 1 receiver input, 4 emitter outputs
- Up to 8 components with dual emitters
- Colour-coded 3.5 mm TS jacks
- Power and IR confirmation LEDs
- Runs on 12 VDC, 500 mA max (CB-PS)
Ideal Applications
Hiding cable boxes, streamers and AV receivers in a cabinet or equipment closet while still using their original remotes; wall-mounted TV installs with gear located elsewhere.
Compatibility
Works with Russound IRE-1 and IRE-2 emitters, SaphIR emitters, SLM-1 surface-mount receivers and 854 tabletop receivers. Requires the Russound CB-PS 12 VDC power supply (not included when purchased alone).