Lorex VS6438 2.4 GHz 4-channel Wireless Video Sender with IR Extender

by Lorex

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• Product Dimensions: 14 x 11.5 x 4 inches ; 13.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00077GE7Y
• Item model number: VS-6438
• Average Customer Review: 1.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 20, 2007

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Lorex VS6438 2.4 GHz 4-channel Wireless Video Sender with IR Extender lets you easily and instantly upgrade your existing video system by adding wireless capability. The VS6438 system comprises two units that send and receive clear video and stereo-audio wirelessly from one-to-another via their built-in dipole antenna. This system includes convenient features such as a 300-foot wireless transmission distance (in open spaces), and the ability to change TV functions from a remote location via the remote-control IR (InfraRed) extender. The Lorex VS6438 is a great option for sending a digital video signal to a second TV from a satellite, DVD or security camera when running cable is not an option.

The Lorex VS6438 wireless system operates on the 2.4 GHz frequency and features a four-channel selection for the sender-unit that allows you to connect up to four video devices simultaneously without signal interference. The VS6438 sender includes a built-in RF (radio frequency) FM modulator, while both units run on nine-volt DC adapters, and have operating temperatures of -10 to 50 degrees Celsius. The VS6438 wireless sender and receiver easily connect to video devices and standard TVs and VCRs via included RCA audio/video cables, although the receiver alone has an additional coaxial cable connector. Identical in their shape, the sender and receiver units are both approximately 5.25 x 1.5 inches (diameter x depth) in dimension.

What's in the Box
Wireless receiver, wireless transmitter, remote control IR extender, 2 AC adapters, 2 RCA A/V cables, coaxial cable, and owner's manual.

Product Description

2.4 GHz 4 Channel Wireless Vid

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars WARNING - Great concept, which sometimes doesn't work., July 5, 2005

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Stanley Fisher (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lorex VS6438 2.4 GHz 4-channel Wireless Video Sender with IR Extender (Electronics)

I purchased the VS-6438 for my summer place on Long Island, NY in order to install a TV in a room without a cable outlet. The video transmission and infrared extender worked exactly as described in the specifications. The sound however was miserable. Even when the units were less then 10 feet apart, the noise level made it impossible to listen to any program. When I broadcast sound directly from the source using a SONY infrared wireless transmitter the sound was loud and clear. When I contacted Lorex about a filter for the sound, I was told that did not have any way of clearing the noise.

To be fair to Lorex, I tested the unit in my apartment in New York City. I wasn't sure if the problem was a design problem or just a shortcoming in my unit. I wanted to test the unit in another location. After a bit of fiddling around - again with the transmission and receiving units in the same room - I was able to get the VS-6438 to work as it should.

WARNING!!!! Be aware that Lorex does not guarantee that the unit will work in every location.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Past performance not a guarantee of future results..., September 30, 2006

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CM Selig (Lafayette, CO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lorex VS6438 2.4 GHz 4-channel Wireless Video Sender with IR Extender (Electronics)

I owned the predecessor to this system, also from Lorex. I used it with a TiVo, to use my TiVo (series 1) on another TV. The remote IR extender was critical to our use. The old system wore out from heavy use. I needed to replace it. I figured buying the same brand was a no-brainer.

This new system's IR extender is incompatible, apparently, with the TiVo. It works fine for controlling other things like the TV, but not the TiVo. Also, the picture quality is very poor, despite attempts to move it all over to different locations. I am extremely disappointed.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars noisy sound, July 25, 2005

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MARCUS AURELIUS "a consumer" (Texas) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Lorex VS6438 2.4 GHz 4-channel Wireless Video Sender with IR Extender (Electronics)

The AV transmitter/receiver is noisy in one room and works perfect in another room.