The part which is connected on the other outlet could be slightly smaller, but this does not have to be disturbing necessarily depend on where it is connected.
The IR receiving portion is small, well hidden and has a very good reception. It is not necessary to aim precisely, somehow the command comes to principle.
The operation is as already often stated here very, very simple. Simply press in the part which is connected to the wall press and press any button on the remote control, done! Easy does it not really. If it needs to be re-programmed, simply perform the same procedure again.
The device requires 0.5 watts during operation. For that I have specially bought a well-reviewed electicity, which I will be able to measure Stanby consumption (not everyone). I think that's ok, and to get over, makes at z. B. 0.24 approx 1 year. For I can do everything from your couch with the remote control. Of course, this also works for lamps, etc.
With my remote control from Logitech (Harmony One) it works very well. Have it specially created me a device because I use the Harmony all turn on and turn off. In the command sequence, which must execute this Harmony, it is necessary for extracting a device set up. Not sont.
When I sit down in front of the box, simply click the button "View Videos", then this unit (power for the remaining devices so that even exists) is first turned on, all other devices are turned on in sequence. When you turn off a click on "devices" and all devices are turned off and last but not least a single click from the input and off key, and this device turns power reliably. For Harmony users: off when it is not possible to disable all about a single button click, because the Harmony permitted only at power, adjust the order of devices, when you turn off you have unfortunately no influence on (even after calling hotline). Furthermore, there are devices that need a little longer to turn off, here the power would indeed be interrupted while the power is still off.
The cable istauch long enough and hence permits good positioning of the IR receiving head.
The price I also acceptable for this device. It is not a feast for the eyes, for me it is, however, hidden behind the cabinet. The star deduction he gets from me but only because of the size. Something small would certainly go.
Otherwise top and from me a clear recommendation. What makes it to be very good and reliable.