Reddit reviews BroadLink New RM Pro ,WiFi Smart Home Hub, IR RF All in One Automation Learning Universal Remote Control Compatible for Apple Android Smartphone

Depends what kind of TV it is. As /u/AaronNMorrisonII said, you can use the Vizio app if it's a smart TV. If not, that makes it a bit harder as the Note8 doesn't have an IR blaster. You could buy something like this which has an IR blaster to talk to the TV and connects to your phone via WiFi. I don't personally have any experience with that kind of device though so I can't vouch for it.

I’m using this plugin with this device

Here is the support article that I mentioned from the creator of the plugin.

The one I bought was from Amazon located here, so if anyone else wants to try and set this up you should avoid this one.

I just bought this one instead which is the RM Pro not the RM2 Pro. It should be here today and I will test it and see if it functions correctly and give an update. I'm not sure what the difference between the RM Pro and the RM2 Pro is but from the descriptions on the product pages they seem to have the same functionality. Here's hoping it works with the RM Tasker Plugin.

Edit: I just got the second one and it works perfectly with the RM Tasker Plugin. So if you are in the US and you are trying to figure out which one to buy, get this one.

Also, some interesting differences to note between them:

1. The first one I got came with firmware version 20024 and when I tried to update it through the app it said there was no update available, even though I know that the most recent firmware is v20025. The second one came with firmware v20022 and was able to update to the newest firmware v20025 with ease through the automatic update process in the app.
   
2. The first one was not able to learn the remote for my ceiling fan which operates on 303Mhz frequency. The second one is able to operate it without issue.

Based on this amazon listing (https://www.amazon.co.uk/NECO-MK1-Remote-NEW/dp/B00BZ0VG5C) it looks like the remotes are using 433mhz which is a pretty common frequency for RF remotes because it has good wall penetration and range.

There are a bunch of good tutorials online for sniffing 433 mhz codes from remote controls (i.e. http://www.princetronics.com/how-to-read-433-mhz-codes-w-raspberry-pi-433-mhz-receiver/) using a raspberry pi and 433mhz transceiver sensors.

Another good option is the Broadlink RM Pro which is a supported component in home assistant (https://www.amazon.com/Broadlink-Automation-Universal-Compatible-Smartphones/dp/B01GIXZDKO) which takes some of the hassle of sniffing / sending the codes out of the equation. As a bonus it also does IR transmission so it can control TVs / other devices that utilize infrared (line of sight) instead of 433mhz (longer range).

Personally, I setup the 433mhz sensors before coming across the broadlink devices so I bought the slightly cheaper RM Mini 3 which only does IR but I imagine the RM Pro is just as simple to setup with 433Mhz + IR.

Convert the fan to rf controller and get the HA rf controller here https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GIXZDKO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_yA4qzbDHBN2CV

You could get the rm mini or rm pro, which acts like an IR repeater and works with alexa. It will take the remotes commands and repeat them to your tv. So once it learms power on/off, volume, channels from your remote, you can ask alexa via commands to control these elements. I use it for 2 of my Samsung TVs and I’ve never had an issue with them.

broadlink rm mini 3

broadlink rm pro

This is the one I have:
https://www.amazon.ca/BroadLink-Automation-Universal-Compatible-Smartphone/dp/B01GIXZDKO/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=broadlink+rm&qid=1562448792&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Do you know what frequency? This might work https://www.amazon.com/BroadLink-Automation-Universal-Compatible-Smartphone/dp/B01GIXZDKO

If you want to go beyond the simplistic on/off/speed that a wall controller offers, you may need to just replicate the RF signals of the remote with something like the BroadLink Remote Control skill and Alexa.

Not a simple solution, but you will be able to replicate all the remote functions. Sadly the RM pro requires an app running as a middle man for Alexa. Not the most direct solution. So - you may want to have an cheap android device all ways on as well. Look into it- see if it is an option.

I don't know, but maybe you can make it work with this:

https://www.hooksmarthome.com/

or this:

https://smile.amazon.com/BroadLink-Automation-Universal-Compatible-Smartphone/dp/B01GIXZDKO

The RM Pro 2 does both IR and RF, RF is 433 and 315.

https://www.amazon.com/Broadlink-Automation-Universal-Compatible-Smartphones-IR/dp/B01GIXZDKO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1480802327&sr=8-3&keywords=rm+pro+2

Take a look this. It does IR and also RF : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GIXZDKO/ref=psdc_10967581_t1_B00U5IXFGI

Also search github. Several people have documented the APIs and have libraries, so you can use it from some other devices like the Rpi, instead of a app on a phone.

definitely not the only player. This is cheaper and has RF support RM Broadlink

you are correct, I figure I have to use some type of IR blaster but I am trying to avoid attaching wires to my devices.

IS there anyway to avoid the wires I have put on every device I need to turn on?

For my particular setup, I wouldn't be able to attach a wire to my soundbar. It is cloth and mounted on wall.

Basically, I am asking is there anyway to IR blast from a distance of about 3-5 feet?

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EDIT: I plan to use both Hubitat and Smartthings hub. Not sure if the Broadlink works with the Hubitat or ST.

https://www.amazon.com/Broadlink-Automation-Universal-Compatible-Smartphones/dp/B01GIXZDKO

I’ve used this device successfully in my homebridge setup to control my RF ceiling fans. There is a homebridge plug-in available for it.

BroadLink New RM Pro ,WiFi Smart Home Hub, IR RF All in One Automation Learning Universal Remote Control Compatible for Apple Android Smartphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GIXZDKO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pyXPDb8T44VKA

https://www.amazon.com/BroadLink-Automation-Universal-Compatible-Smartphone/dp/B01GIXZDKO

One of these may do what you need.

There are tasker/IFTTT plugins for them.

I have one for my TV, and it works pretty well.

They can learn literally any IR command.

Your best bet is focusing on automating the Fireplace RF remote with SmartThings. The Broadlink RM Pro will supposedly act as a RF Bridge.

I purchased one for $38 to attempt to automate my own Gas Fireplace insert - but the SmartThings integration part was more complicated than I expected, and ended up in the bin of unfinished projects.

Its cheap & somewhat promising - if you're up for a project you might check into it.

The Broadlink RM Pro can do RF, not sure if it's compatible with GH. Hook should work for you, it does look compatible with GH.

https://smile.amazon.com/BroadLink-Automation-Universal-Compatible-Smartphone/dp/B01GIXZDKO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1511892534&sr=8-2&keywords=broadlink+rm+pro+2017

https://smile.amazon.com/Hook-Remote-Control-Outlets-Google/dp/B01ITSEU3C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511892583&sr=8-1&keywords=hook+home