IR Amplifier

This guide explains how to set up an IR Amplifier using the Loft App.

⚠️ Note: To set up a IR Amplifier, the device must already be installed. If don't know how to install a device so click here.

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Open the Loft App
Go to Entertainment Section
- Tap the side menu (hamburger icon) in the top-left corner.
- Select the Entertainment option.

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Select Device in Entertainment List
- Installed device will appear in the entertainment list.
- Tap on it to proceed.
- Options like IR 1, IR 2, IR 3 will appear.

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Assign to a Room
- Tap on Add to Room.
- Select the room where you want to set up the IR Amplifier.
- From the device dropdown, choose AMPLIFIER and tap Add.

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Access the IR Device in Room
- Navigate to the selected room.
- Tap on the IR (Amplifier) device.

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Select Mode for Setup
- Two tabs will appear: Default and Others. You can choose either method which is compatible for you.

Default Tab

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Others Tab

If your compatible brand is not listed under Default, go to Others.
A Wi-Fi network input screen appears.
Enter:
- SSID (your Wi-Fi network name)
- Password (Wi-Fi password)
Tap Send.
But, Make Sure Only 2.4 GHz networks are supported for this functionality.
An Confirmation popup will appears, click Connect.
Select your brand from list.
If you have everything properly setup and still not appearing the brand name make sure the IR device's blue light is turned on(connected to the internet).

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If no protocols are available, you may need additional devices such as a Global Cache IR Learner.
For more details on how to setup Global Cache click here.

Once configured using Default or Others method, your IR Amplifier remote interface will appear.
You can now control your Amplifier via the Loft App.

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Ensure your Wired IR device is installed and powered on before starting setup.