X2-Place the Hub

To ensure reliable lR control, choose the best placement for your environment.

 

1. Hub Placement in an Open Location (Recommended)

 

This setup provides the best performance for the Hub’s powerful,multi-directional lR signals.

• Placement:

Position the X2-Hub on top of your cabinet or on a large, openshelf, ensuring it is unobstructed.

 

• Controlling Hidden Devices:

To control devices that are inside a cabinet, box, or behind adoor, connect the included wired IR blaster. Aim its emitterhead directly at each device’s IR sensor.

 

2. Hub Placement Inside an Enclosure

 

When placing the Hub inside a cabinet or other enclosure:

 

• For devices also inside the enclosure:

The Hub can typically control these directly with its own powerful IR signal.

 

• For devices outside the enclosure:

You must use the included IR blaster. Run the blaster’s cable outside and aim the emitter head at each external device (e.g., your TV, soundbar).

 

3. Advanced Solutions & Alternatives

 

Consider these options for difficult setups.

 

• Using the Remote’s Built-in lR:

If the Hub’s placement makes it ineffective for a specificdevice (like a TV off to the side), you can enable the remote’sown lR emitter in the app settings. This allows for traditional,direct line-of-sight control using the remote itself.

 

• Extending Signal Range:

If the Hub’s siqnal or the lR blaster’s cable can’t reach a deviceuse an R1 IR Repeater (sold separately) to amplify and relay thecommands over a longer distance.

 

IMPORTANT NOTE on Signal Emitters and Reliability

While the X2 system supports multiple IR emitters (the Hub, the physical remote, and IR repeaters), when adding a device, it typically defaults to selecting only the Hub as the primary transmitter.

 

• Multi-Emitter Warning:

You have the option to select or replace the emitter when adding or editing a specific device if needed. However, we strongly advise against selecting all available emitters simultaneously (especially the Hub, Remote, and Repeater) for a single device. Since different emitters transmit commands sequentially, using too many can lead to redundant commands or noticeable control delay (a “laggy” or unresponsive feel).

 

• Reliability for Automated Control:

IR commands sent from the physical remote require a clear line of sight. When controlling your system hands-free (via the Sofabaton app, Alexa, Google Home, or Home Assistant/HA), there is a high probability that the remote’s signal will not reach the target device.

 

• Recommended Best Practice:

For reliable voice control or automated triggers, we recommend prioritizing the Hub or an IR Repeater as the designated IR emitter for your target devices.