Reduced Range on Kodak Slide Projector IR Remote

Hi Folks,
I need some advice on a newly purchased (used) Kodak IR remote +
receiver unit (model KODAK EKTAPRO IR Remote System RA 712 1072).

The remote unit looks very new, and is in mint condition on the
outside. But, the unit shows a really wierd problem. I use the remote
on a Ektapro 9020 projector (also tried it with a 9010 model, as well
as a Leica RT-s)

Even with *new* batteries installed, the range on the remote is lesss
than 2-3ft, and I have to point the transmitter *directly* towards the
projector receiver.

The manual states that the remote should have a range of about 30ft or
so, 360 degrees.

I tried changing the channels (from '0' to '1'), but the problem
persists. In addition, there is a distinct 'burnt' smell that emnates
from the LED end of the projector transmitter. However, the unit is
functional, with a highly reduced range!

Anyone encountered this problem before? Should I return the unit or is
there a reasonably quick fix (I'm not averse to opening up the unit and
replacing components if called for. The remote is quite difficult to
find in the market, and I'm willing to do anything it takes, within
reason)

Thanks!
DH.

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Hi Folks,
I need some advice on a newly purchased (used) Kodak IR remote +
receiver unit (model KODAK EKTAPRO IR Remote System RA 712 1072).

The remote unit looks very new, and is in mint condition on the
outside. But, the unit shows a really wierd problem. I use the remote
on a Ektapro 9020 projector (also tried it with a 9010 model, as well
as a Leica RT-s)

Even with *new* batteries installed, the range on the remote is lesss
than 2-3ft, and I have to point the transmitter *directly* towards the
projector receiver.

The manual states that the remote should have a range of about 30ft or
so, 360 degrees.

I tried changing the channels (from '0' to '1'), but the problem
persists. In addition, there is a distinct 'burnt' smell that emnates
from the LED end of the projector transmitter. However, the unit is
functional, with a highly reduced range!

Anyone encountered this problem before? Should I return the unit or is
there a reasonably quick fix (I'm not averse to opening up the unit and
replacing components if called for. The remote is quite difficult to
find in the market, and I'm willing to do anything it takes, within
reason)

Thanks!
DH.


Radioshack used to have a credit card IR tester. It would glow if a IR
remote was pointed at it. You could used this to determine the output and
take it from there. Sounds like a return is the best course of action tho.

Cheers