Some products are timeless. Not because they have the latest technology, but because they solve a problem that never goes away. The Powermid XL is one of those products. Since the 1990s, this wireless IR extender has helped people control equipment in other rooms – and it still works perfectly.
No app, no Wi-Fi, no complicated installation. Just plug & play, exactly as it should be. In this blog, we explain why the Powermid XL is still a top performer after all these years.
What makes the Powermid XL so special?
The Powermid XL solves a universal problem: you want to control devices you cannot see. Whether it is through a wall, floor or cabinet door – infrared only works with line of sight. The Powermid XL makes that connection possible wirelessly.
The concept is surprisingly simple:
- Point your remote control at the receiver (where you are sitting)
- The receiver sends the signal wirelessly through walls and floors
- The transmitter near your equipment receives the signal and ‘controls’ your device
- Everything works with your own remote controls – no new remote needed
No Wi-Fi, no Bluetooth, no app. Just a reliable radio connection that always works.
When do you use the Powermid XL?
1. TV on the wall, equipment in the cabinet
This is the classic application. Your TV is neatly mounted on the wall with a wall bracket, while your decoder, Blu-ray player and other equipment are tucked away out of sight in a cabinet or another room. With thePowermid XL, you can control everything right from your sofa.
Practical example: Your TV is in the living room, but your decoder and media player are in the meter cupboard or technical room. The Powermid XL ensures that your remote control keeps working as normal.
2. Control equipment in another room
Want to control the decoder in the living room from your bedroom? Or the sound system in the living room from your kitchen? The Powermid XL works through walls and floors.
Practical example: Your HDD recorder is in the living room, but you want to start or stop a recording from bed in the evening. With the Powermid XL, you can do that without getting up.
3. Equipment behind closed cabinet doors
Modern interiors are minimalist – no visible equipment. But cabinet doors block infrared signals. The Powermid XL solves this by transmitting the signal wirelessly.
Practical example: Your audio system is in a closed cabinet under your TV. Normally, you would have to open the cabinet door to control it, but with the Powermid XL, your remote control works right through the door.
4. Multi-room entertainment
Do you have equipment you want to control from several rooms? Place extra receivers in different rooms and control the same equipment from anywhere.
Practical example: Your satellite decoder is in the living room, but you have TVs in several rooms. With extra Powermid receivers, you can control the decoder from every room.
Why does the Powermid XL still work so well?
It solves a real problem
As long as devices use infrared remote controls (and most still do), the problem remains: infrared only works with line of sight. The Powermid XL solves that without any hassle.
Plug & play – really
No app to install, no Wi-Fi network to configure, no pairing devices. Just plug the receiver and transmitter into the mains and it works. Instantly. Always.
Works with every remote control
Whether you have a Samsung TV, a Ziggo decoder, a Sony Blu-ray player or a vintage stereo system – the Powermid XL works with all infrared remote controls. No compatibility issues, no updates required.
Reliable and durable
No software crashes, no firmware updates going wrong, no batteries running out (it works on mains power). The Powermid XL simply does what it is supposed to do, year after year.
Expandable
Start with a basic set and expand with extra receivers when you want to control more rooms.
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How do you install the Powermid XL?
It really is as simple as it sounds:
- Place the receiver where you normally sit (living room, bedroom, kitchen)
- Place the transmitter near your equipment (cabinet, another room, meter cupboard)
- Plug both into the mains
- Done – point your remote control at the receiver and control your equipment
The receiver and transmitter find each other automatically via a radio connection. No buttons to press, no settings to adjust. It just works.
Tip: Position the transmitter so the infrared LEDs have a clear line of sight to your equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work through thick walls?
Yes, the Powermid XL works through walls and floors. The radio connection is powerful enough for most home situations. Very thick concrete walls or several floors may limit the range.
Can I control multiple devices?
Yes, the transmitter can control multiple devices at the same time. You simply use the different remote controls you already have.
Does it work with modern digital TV decoders?
Absolutely. The Powermid XL is guaranteed to work with all digital TV decoders, including the latest models from Ziggo, KPN, Odido and other providers.
Do I need Wi-Fi or Bluetooth?
No, the Powermid XL works completely independently via its own radio connection. No network, no app, no hassle.
Can I expand the system?
Yes, you can add extra receivers to control equipment from multiple rooms.
Does it also work with older equipment?
Yes, as long as your device has an infrared remote control, the Powermid XL will work with it. From vintage stereo systems to the latest smart TVs.
Why the Powermid XL is still relevant
In a world full of smart devices, apps and Wi-Fi connections, the Powermid XL is refreshingly simple. No account to create, no privacy concerns, no updates that break things. It is a product that does exactly what it promises, without any fuss.
And that is exactly why it has been a bestseller for decades. Not because it has the latest technology, but because it solves a timeless problem in the most reliable way.
The benefits at a glance:
- Wireless infrared extension through walls and floors
- Works with all infrared remote controls
- Plug & play – no installation or configuration
- No Wi-Fi, app or Bluetooth required
- Reliable and durable
- Expandable with extra receivers
- Guaranteed to work with all digital TV decodersA classic that keeps working
A classic that keeps working
The Powermid XL is our oldest product, but also one of our most reliable. While other technologies come and go, the Powermid XL simply keeps doing what it does best: controlling your equipment, wherever it is.
No hassle, no complicated manuals, no technical knowledge required. Just plug & play, exactly as it should be.
Ready to control your equipment wirelessly?
