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Hi
I recently bought a KD49X8505B that includes an IR Blaster. I assume other recent models include it too.
However, the TV will only allow me to configure it if I first disable HDMI Control of other devices. I have a Sony surround system and PS4 that support HDMI Control, and a Virgin Media TiVo box that I'd like to use with the IR Blaster.
Why can't I use both? It could use the correct one, depending on which device is selected.
thanks
Hi there
I am not 100% sure on how this particular blaster works. There is very very little information in regards to it.
One thing that I did find is that if you havent done it already - update the firmware :
As the FW fixes:
**For UK customers using KDL-49/55/65/70X8505B models: fixes the problem of missing IR Blaster setting menu
Now, as the IR Blaster does not connect using HDMI therefore HDMI-CEC (Bravia Sync/ Control for HDMI) will not work, as its non-existant.
I did see this on Amazon : HERE - however I have not fully looked into it, and it may not even be applicable to your scenario/use.
I guess think of it as an added bonus.
Hope this helps anyway.