I have a MX-990 that is working great for all my A/V equipment.  I just bought a Behringer NX6000 Amp.  This amp doesn't support IR, BT, or RF.

I would like to be able to find a power plug adapter that supports IR so I can use the 990 to power it on and off.

I see there are plenty of RF options, but I can't find one that uses IR. Does anyone know where I can purchase one that supports IR?

This actually comes up at least once a year. The short answer is no, nothing premade exists.
The longer answer is, you can build your own. I would have to dig to find all the parts you would need. I know I already did that in a post maybe last year? or before?

The bigger question is however, how much power does that amp draw?
The spec sheet says it's fused at 25A @ 120VAC. That's a lie, since that would require a special circuit & plug (RV/Trailer) not typically seen (NEMA 5-30, etc.).
It's using a IEC C13/14 plug which is limited to 15A (10A by the standard).

Either way, Behringer makes some good budget amplifiers. But they LIE like the devil on the specs. I don't think there is another 'name brand' company in the world that exaggerates their power claims as much as they do.

Example: Going by the power cord on the NX6000, it can only put out about 1000 watts RMS total following IEC/UL standards. They claim 6000 watts.

What the amp actually draws will determine what size/amperage device you will need to switch power off/on to it. And then you'll need an IR board to interface to that.

Here is an IR receiver kit that will give you a contact closure output:
[Link: crutchfield.com]

AC relay to connect the IR to (if 12 amps will work for the amp):
[Link: adafruit.com]


An easier option would be to use a smart current switch. When you turn a device on, it automatically turns on the outlets of a power strip. Note: in order for this to work, the device plugged into the control outlet has to draw more than 7watts (15watts is what they say but lower current does work down to 7w). If you don't have a device (TV, CD player, etc.) that draws more than 7 watts when it turns on, this won't work for you.
[Link: amazon.com]

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I will look into those options and make one of them work.

I'll be using the NX6000 to drive 8 Crowson Tactile Transducers (4 on each channel).  This amp, according to the members over on AVS is a good low cost choice for this purpose.

Thanks!


Edit: After looking over the 3 options, I'm to try going with a Smart Current Switch.  This looks like it will be the easiest to implement.  Amazon has a bunch to choose from.

Doesn’t Brent have something?

[Link: metrahometheater.com]

This plus a gadget or two.

That's one of the pieces I linked to above. At a place that consumers can buy it from.

I have used X10 for many years to control many different devices including equipment in the home theater. Use a IR543 (discontinued) for IR to X10 commands, some used ones here. X10 negative, requires a phase coupler at the main breaker box for split AC supplies (most homes) and noise filters for noisy devices (some devices with switch mode supplies creates a lot of noise on their AC line).

Also have a Universal Devices ISY (discontinued) that can control X10, Insteon and Z-Wave via IR. Universal Devices info here.