A Word About Range

There are many claims being made about the range of various remote control systems, whether they be for auto alarms, garage doors, or irrigation systems for that matter. The published range for the SRR System is up to 450 feet. Most users will achieve this range or more, but a few may not. It is the attempt of this section to educate the user about those factors that influence operating range. We believe that we have achieved the maximum performance available on this frequency. Here’s why…

The range of any remote control system is dependent on many factors. These include the terrain at a particular site, obstructions such as buildings and walls, the strength of the various interfering signals, the sensitivity of the Receiver, the ability of the Receiver to reject “unwanted” signals, and the strength of the Transmitter. Since it is impossible to control the obstructions, terrain at a site, and the strength of interfering signals, it is impossible to guarantee an operating range under all conditions. However, we have done everything under our control to maximize the operating range of this system.

The SRR Transmitter has been designed to transmit the maximum power allowed by the FCC. Furthermore, it has special circuitry to assure that this maximum output power is maintained until just before the battery goes dead. Other transmitters emit less and less power as the battery wears down. And our special SmartPort® wiring harness is designed to keep interfering signals at a minimum, especially with the addition of Hunter shielded cable. The Receiver employs a reception method far superior to that used in a typical garage door opener or car alarm.

The SRR has been designed to give you simple, reliable operation for many years.