Dreamlink T2 remote interference

by JakeSiemer

First time buyer of a Dreamlink device. Absolutely love the T2! However, I seem to be having the same issue described in the following thread:

http://iptvtalk.org/showthread.php?34951-Remote-control-issue

Basically, various keys the T2 remote fire off random commands to my Vizio SB3651 sound bar. For instance, the volume up key turns the volume up on the T2, but turns surround sound down on my audio system. As another example, the green key initiates a search within DOL2, but also POWERS OFF my sound system!

At the current state, this is a complete deal breaker! I'm thinking of returning the device, because I cannot think of a single way to resolve this issue beyond buying a new audio system or STB. I'm leery of buying an alternate air mouse remote or something similar, because in my experience, many of the essential buttons do not work on those third party remotes. Do you have any suggestions? Or do you know if similar devices such as the Formuler z7+ remote uses the same IR codes?

jatt86

I have t1+ and same sound bar I have the same issue I just moved my box toward different location.

manosteel9423

I use a Harmony Companion universal remote and have had no issues with either my T1 or my Z7+. Once I had more than 3 devices set up, the universal became a necessity for me and I would never go back to using the original remotes.

The Z7+ and most recent Dreamlink devices will likely have the same issues as the remotes are all interchangeable.

JakeSiemer

Mano, I have a Harmony remote as well. I'll give it a go later today.

My thought though is that if I just set it up as a standard IR remote, I'm going to have the same interference problems, as the Harmony remote would essentially be sending the same commands as the original remote.

I wonder if just buying a generic universal "air mouse" remote would work, provided I used some sort of key remapping app that allows me to redefine many of the non-working keys. Does anyone have experience with this?

JakeSiemer

My assumption was wrong. Programming a Harmony remote with the device codes worked like a charm and does not suffer from the interference of the OEM remote. The Harmony technically uses less keys, but with clever use of short press vs. long press on certain keys, I was able to retain full functionality. Thanks for your help!