RF-Link AVS-5811 5.8GHz Audio and Video Transmission System with IR Repeater
August 8th, 2009 by Home Audio 
10 Comments 
The average home entertainment system once consisted of a TV, stereo, and maybe a cable box. Now a modern system may also include a DVD player, satellite receiver, surround sound amplifier, digital video recorder, and an HD tuner, along with a PC designed to serve as a digital hub for certain audio/video functions. The RF Link AVS-5811 takes A/V technology to the next logical step by wirelessly transmitting audio and video signals from these components to any nearby TV, monitor, or stereo system, letting you enjoy vivid video and hi-fi stereo sound anywhere in the house. The A/V sender effectively lets you send signals to components located upstairs, several rooms away, or elsewhere without running bulky, space-consuming cables in the walls or under the floorboards. With the AVS-5811, viewers can watch simultaneous DVD or satellite programming on upstairs and downstairs TVs, or listen to their favorite tunes on stereos in three different rooms–all without wires. They can also use the sender to watch live video from a camcorder or CCD camera in a remote location, whether for security or entertainment purposes. Users who edit video or capture footage from TV programs on their computers will also find plenty to like about the device, as they can easily send the video from their Macs or PCs directly to a living room TV for viewing. The AVS-5811 comes with a 5.8 GHz wireless transmitter and a receiver with four selectable channels. Unlike more common 2.4 GHz transm (more…)
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Surprisingly Good
This was money very well spent. Rather than spend monthly fees for a second TiVo box in our family room, this video sender does the trick: crystal clear picture and stereo sound…
5.0 out of 5 stars
Highly recommended and an excellent buy
I previously owned the 2.4GHz version of this device. It worked well in my previous residence, but not so well in my current residence, likely due to the high density of…
5.0 out of 5 stars
Works as advertised!
This product works exactly as advertised. I placed the transmitter upstairs with my security camera’s dvr system. The receiver was placed downstairs.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Audio Video Transmitter
Setting up and connecting the transmitter and receiver to the cable and TV was very easy. Aligning the units for optimal reception and getting the remote extender to work…
5.0 out of 5 stars
A terrific upgrade over my old 2.4 Radio Shack System
With all the mixed reviews for this system, I had to share my positive experience. After purchasing a new 22″ Envision HD TV for patio use, I hooked it up to my old 2.
5.0 out of 5 stars
No cords, I love it.
I don’t know how this will work for everybody else but it’s perfect for what I need. I mounted my flat screen on the brick fireplace.
4.0 out of 5 stars
It actually works pretty well.
These kinds of devices can sometimes be questionable. I was pleasantly surprised that it actually works pretty well.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Didn’t work for me
Video is OK but sound is bad 10 ft away in direct line of sight. Either a faulty unit or interference, the unit is producing a constant rhythmic crackling sound.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Crappy Remote
Generally a good product EXCEPT for the cheesy remote. Started eating batteries then quit altogether. So far no luck on getting the RF-Link to work with a universal remote.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
Considering all of the positive reviews, maybe I just got a lemon. I have a similar 2.4GHz version that I bought years ago at Radio Shack.