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MODEL 

48085D 

Dinky Link™ Surface Mount 

CFL/LCD Proof IR Receiver 

 

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 

 
DESCRIPTION 

These small IR receivers have been designed for mounting in very small 
spaces. They may be mounted under shelf edges, cabinet ledges, in wall 
speakers, etc. – anywhere an inconspicuous appearance is desired.  
 

FEATURES 

 

Very small package, only 2.45”L x 0.45”W x 0.35”H. 

 

Wire channel for clean installation. 

 

System testing red-talk-back LED. 

 

Includes 3-Terminal Block for easy extension to remote room locations. 

 

SPECIFICATIONS 

 

Infrared carrier input frequency bandwidth: 30 - 60kHz. 

 

Reception range: Up to 50 feet, depending on conditions. 

 

Nominal reception angle: 55 degrees off axis. 

 

Cable requirements: See “INSTALLATION” below. 

 

Max. transmission length: 1 mile using 18 gauge wire.  

 

Maximum current output: 100mA 

 

Drives IR emitters through Xantech Connecting Blocks, Controllers, etc. 

 

Power requirements: +12VDC, 20mA. 

 
 

3.5mm mini plug 

Signal Name 

TIP SIGNAL 
RING GROUND 
12VDC 

 

INSTALLATION 

 
QUICK-START  

A typical system will use an IR receiver, several emitters, and a power supply 
all connected to a connecting block. 
 

1.  Connect the IR receiver to the “IR RCVR” port on the connecting 

block. The ‘red’ connector is installed to the ‘red’ plug.  

Note:

 In some extended distances, additional 3-conductor may be required and can 

be connected to the terminals on the connecting block.  

2.  Connect the Emitters to the connecting block. The ‘yellow’ connector 

is installed to the ‘yellow’ plug. 

3.  Connect the power supply to the connecting block.  
4. Installation 

complete 

 

ADJUSTING IR CARRIER FREQUENCY  

The IR receiver is factory set to an IR carrier frequency of 38kHz. This will be 
correct for the majority of installations, however, some manufacturer’s 
components that you wish to control may use difference carrier frequencies 
(such as digital cable boxes which use carrier frequencies between 52kHz 
and 56kHz). If such carrier frequencies fall within the range of 32kHz to 
56kHz, you can adjust the IR receiver to match them for best range 
performance. The adjustment can be made through a small opening on the 
rear of the unit. 
 
To adjust, proceed as follows: 
 

1.  First, try the IR receiver in the system. If the system controls all the 

desired components with adequate range, do not make any 
adjustments. 

2.  If the system does not work or has poor range, determine the IR 

carrier frequency of the product you wish to control. Contact the 
manufacturer of the product, if necessary, to determine this 
frequency. 

3.  Using a small blade type screwdriver, rotate the adjustment shaft 

slightly either clockwise to obtain carrier’s less than 38kHz or 
counter-clockwise to obtain carrier’s greater than 38kHz.  

4.  If you have audio/video equipment in the same system that have 

different IR carrier frequencies, you will have to adjust the IR receiver 
to the midway position. For example, some products may operate at 
38kHz and others at 56kHz. In this case, set the adjustment in 
between this range so both products can operate in the system.  

 
Note:

 Some products are more tolerant of compromised frequency settings than 

others. You may have to “fine tune” the adjustment to “favor” the least tolerant 
component for the best performance of all units in the system.  

  

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