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How to Extend the Range of the ERA-DCRX by Up to 4,000 Ft

Use the ERA-EXTX to add up to 4,000 additional feet of coverage by creating a signal relay between two ERA-DCRX receivers.

Published September 23, 2022

Understanding the Setup

  • Receiver 1: ERA-DCRX within range of original transmitter
  • Receiver 2: ERA-DCRX at extended location
  • ERA-EXTX range extender

Programming Extended Receiver

Step 1: Configure ERA-EXTX with Receiver 2

  1. Remove ERA-EXTX cover
  2. On Receiver 2: hold mode button (3 seconds), wait for zone 1 LED to flash, listen for confirmation tone
  3. On ERA-EXTX: verify battery installation, press "front" button, listen for success chime
  4. Exit programming: hold zone button (3 seconds), wait for confirmation tone

Wiring Configuration

Step 2: Connect ERA-EXTX to Receiver 1

  1. Preparation: unplug Receiver 1, remove cover, prepare wires
  2. Wire connection: strip red and black wires, remove c-clamps, white wire not used
  3. Terminal connection: red wire to Zone 1 positive, black wire to Zone 1 negative, secure all connections
Wire ERA-EXTX to ERA-DCRX
ERA-EXTX to ERA-DCRX wiring diagram

Final Setup

  1. Set output duration: locate DIP switches, set to 5-second duration, verify settings
  2. System testing: reconnect Receiver 1 power, trigger original transmitter, verify Receiver 1 chime, check ERA-EXTX LED, confirm Receiver 2 chime
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