SURFiR Companion Remote

The SURFiR companion remote represents a revolutionar y new concept in control - allow users to incorporate Apple ® or Android® devices as the main graphical inter face for their control system, while adding the convenience of hard buttons for tactile contro l. This eliminates the numerous screen swipes needed for control tasks that require frequent interaction such as channel changes, DVR contr ol or volume adjustments. The SURFiR allows the user to enjoy the oth er benefits of their smart phone or tablet device: checking email, reading news feeds, accessing social media apps, etc. T o further enhance the experience for the user, the SURFiR can track which electronic device is being controlled by the R TiPanel app and automatically controls the same. Powerful and intuitive control in an inexpensive package - everything you desire in a companion remote.

Description

What appears to be just a basic remote control is really a programmable, wireless companion remote that works harmoniously with a tablet or smart phone running the R TiPanel App. Designed with the flexibility needed for new and retrofit installations, it has the ability to use either 433MHz or 2.4GHz Zigbee ® RF to communicate with any RTI XP series control processor. The SURFiR also requires minimal programming for installers, lowering overall installati on costs and making it simple to integrate into any system The hallmark of this “companion” remote is the ability to track page changes made on an R TiPanel control app. Now the electronics being controlled by the tablet or smart phone, are being controlled b y the SURFiR as it automatically switches to control the correct elec tronics with no interaction required. An ergonomic design, soft touch b uttons and custom labeling options, make it easy to see why the SURFiR is the perfect solution for convenient control - when the iPad is busy doing something else.

KEY FEATURES:

• Provides a companion remote for use with the RTiPanel and Virtual Panel apps.
• Tracks page changes to stay in sync with one or more apps.
• Dual RF transmission capability uses 433MHz and 2.4GHz (utilizing Zigbee® technology).
• Remote finder beeper allows user to easily locate SURFiR by pressing a button on their smart phone or tablet.
• Ergonomic design permits effortless, one-handed operation.
• Completely customizable and programmable.
• Micro USB port in battery compartment for firmware updates.
• Security screw on battery door for hotel applications.
• Inexpensive and requires no direct programming.
• Includes eight buttons that can be custom labeled.
• Select between 433MHz and 2.4GHz RF operation.
• Works with any XP series control processor.
• Battery low indicator.
• Uses 4 AAA batteries.

SPECS:

Power...................................................................................... 4 AAA Alkaline batteries
Power Management.............................................................................Automatic On/Off
Radio Frequency Control Range....................................... Up to 100 feet (30.5 meters)
Radio Frequency Carrier.............802.15.4 @ 2.4Ghz (Zigbee® technology) & 433MHz
Operating Temperature................................................ +32°F to +122°F (0°C to +50°C)
Operating Humidity............................................................ 5% to 95% Non-condensing
Standby Time...................................................................................................365 Days
Total System Memory..................................... 256K Bytes Flash (non-volatile) memory
Device Capability..... Total number of devices determined in control app (ex. RTiPanel)
Macro Capability........................... All programming stored in RTI XP control processor
................................................................................... Macro capability on every button
Dimensions (L x W x D)........................9.5 in (240mm) x 1.8 in (46mm) x .8 in (22mm)
Enclosure.....................................................................High-impact molded ABS plastic
Weight................................................................................8.0 oz. (228g) with batteries