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One trigger signal.
Every device responds.

TriggerLink bridges 12V trigger outputs and IR-controlled AV equipment. Your processor powers on — your entire rack follows. No apps, no WiFi, no complexity.

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Real-world scenarios

Two common installation problems — and how TriggerLink Base and Pro solve each one.

Scenario 1 — Atmos Upgrade

You love your 7.1 system. But you want Dolby Atmos 9.4.6.

You buy a new processor. It handles Atmos decoding and all the latest formats, but it has no built-in amplification. It does have 12V trigger outputs to control external gear.

You add two new amplifiers — a 3-channel for the front LCR speakers and a 6-channel for the wides, surrounds, and surround backs. Both support 12V trigger input, so they turn on and off automatically when the processor does. The four subwoofers are self-powered, no trigger needed. No problem so far.

But what about the 6 height speakers? Your old 7.1 receiver still works perfectly and has plenty of channels to spare. You repurpose it as an external amplifier for the Atmos height channels. Smart move — except for one thing.

Your old receiver has no 12V trigger input. It's tucked in a back closet, out of sight. It only responds to its IR remote. And you absolutely do not want to juggle a second remote, install an app, or use a triggered power strip that hard-kills the unit.

The result? Every time you sit down to watch a movie, you power on your beautiful new system with one button — but then you have to get up, walk to the closet, and manually turn on the old receiver. Or worse, you leave it running 24/7.

The solution is TriggerLink. Here's why.

One remote. One button. Your new processor's remote is the only remote you ever touch. Press power — the processor sends a 12V trigger signal. TriggerLink receives that signal and instantly fires the learned IR power command to your old receiver.

Works in the closet. The IR bug sticks right on your old receiver's IR window. Line of sight to the remote isn't needed — TriggerLink delivers the IR command directly via wire.

No app. No WiFi. No power strip. TriggerLink uses a clean IR power command — the same signal the original remote sends. Your receiver powers on gracefully, just like pressing the button on the front panel. No hard power cuts. No relay clicks. No wear on the power supply.

The feedback loop prevents double-toggles. If your old receiver is already on when the trigger fires, TriggerLink knows — and does nothing. No accidentally turning it off when you meant to turn it on.

The result: You sit down, press one button on your processor's remote, and your entire Atmos 9.4.6 system — processor, two amplifiers, and your repurposed old receiver in the back closet — all power on together. One remote. Zero hassle. Every time.

The complete Atmos 9.4.6 signal chain

Full Atmos 9.4.6 system. The processor's 12V triggers control both amplifiers directly. The 4 subs are self-powered. TriggerLink Base bridges the gap to the old receiver in the closet — converting the trigger signal to an IR command so it powers on and off with everything else.

← This use case is perfect for TriggerLink Base.

But what if…

Scenario 2 — Single Trigger, Multiple Devices

Your processor only has one 12V trigger output — but you need to control three devices.

Your processor has just one trigger output. Many mid-tier and older AV processors only provide a single 12V trigger out. But your system now has two separate trigger-capable amplifiers — plus a legacy receiver that only responds to IR.

You can't daisy-chain trigger cables. A single 12V trigger output typically can't drive multiple amp trigger inputs in parallel — the voltage sags, amps fail to trigger, or the processor's trigger circuit gets overloaded. You need something to fan the signal out cleanly.

And the legacy receiver still needs IR. TriggerLink Base could bridge the trigger→IR gap for the receiver, but it can't also distribute the trigger signal to your two amps. You'd need a trigger distribution block and a trigger-to-IR bridge — two devices, two sets of wiring, two points of failure.

TriggerLink Pro does it all in one box. Take the single trigger in from your processor. Walk through every device one at a time, waiting the configurable per-device delay (2, 3, or 5 seconds via DIP switch) between each. Fan the signal out to 3 independent 12V trigger outputs (each amp powers on one at a time for clean inrush management), then fire learned IR commands to the legacy receiver, and watch the blue Sense LED light up when the receiver confirms it actually powered on. One remote, one trigger, three devices, zero headaches.

The result: Your processor fires its single 12V trigger. With the DIP switch set to 3 seconds, TriggerLink Pro walks through each connected device — 3 seconds later Trigger Out 1 fires (amp 1 powers up), 3 seconds after that Trigger Out 2 fires (amp 2 powers up), 3 seconds after that Trigger Out 3 fires, then 3 seconds later the IR bug emits the learned power-on code to your legacy receiver. Every device gets its own clean inrush window. The feedback loop confirms the IR command worked. When the processor trigger drops, the whole sequence runs in reverse. One remote. One trigger. One box. Done.

Single trigger in. Three devices powered. One box.

Single trigger source. Three destinations. TriggerLink Pro takes one 12V trigger input and fans it out to two amplifiers (trigger) and one legacy receiver (IR), with feedback verifying the receiver actually powered on.

← This use case requires TriggerLink Pro.

The problem every AV enthusiast knows

Whether it's an Atmos upgrade or adding a second zone, the story is always the same.

The Problem

You upgraded to a modern AV processor with 12V trigger outputs. But your old receiver or amplifier — the one that still sounds incredible — only responds to an IR remote. Every time you power on your system, you have to grab that second remote and manually turn it on. Every. Single. Time.

The Gap

Modern processors speak "trigger" — a 12V signal that says "I'm on." Legacy receivers and amplifiers speak "IR" — infrared remote commands. There's no translator between them. Your new gear can't talk to your old gear.

The Solution

TriggerLink is the bridge. Trigger signal goes in, IR command goes out. Your processor powers on, TriggerLink fires the learned IR code, and your old receiver turns on automatically. The feedback loop confirms it actually responded — no double-toggles, no guessing. Fully automatic, fully reliable.

How the signal flows

Three connections. Processor triggers TriggerLink via 3.5mm cable. TriggerLink fires a learned IR command via the included IR bug. Optional feedback loop confirms power state.

Three connections. Zero configuration.

TriggerLink sits between your modern processor and legacy equipment. Set it up once, forget it forever.

Connect Trigger

Plug a 3.5mm cable from your processor's 12V trigger output into TriggerLink's trigger input.

Teach the IR Code

Press the Learn button, then press Power on your device's remote. TriggerLink memorizes the IR command instantly.

Attach IR Bug

Stick the included IR emitter on your device's IR window. Done. Your processor now controls it automatically.

Choose your TriggerLink

Two models, one mission. Pick the right one for your installation.

TriggerLink Base

Simple. Reliable. Bulletproof.

The TriggerLink Base is a plug-and-play 12V trigger to IR blaster that lets your modern AV processor control legacy IR-only equipment automatically.

12V trigger input with optical isolation
IR learn mode — learns any IR power command
IR blaster output via 3.5mm jack
Feedback loop for state synchronization
No WiFi or app required

TriggerLink Pro

Full trigger automation. Two devices. Three zones.

Controls two independent IR devices plus three 12V-triggered amplifiers from a single trigger source. Per-device staggered power-on (reverses on shutdown), feedback verification, 8-LED front panel, DIP switch per-device delay.

3× 12V trigger outputs (staggered per-device, 2/3/5s between each)
2× independent IR outputs — control two devices
2× feedback sense inputs with live Sense LEDs
8 front panel LEDs (Power / Sense / Learn / Trigger)
Per-device delay via DIP switch: 2, 3, or 5 seconds between each device

Built for real installations

Processor + Legacy Amp

Your modern Arcam AV41 has 12V triggers, but your vintage Marantz amplifier only has an IR remote. TriggerLink bridges the gap — processor on, amp on. Processor off, amp off.

Multi-Zone Automation

Trigger multiple rooms from a single source. One 12V signal cascades through your entire AV rack — no smart home hub needed.

Commercial Installations

Boardrooms, lobbies, houses of worship. AV installers drop TriggerLink into the rack and move on. No programming, no callbacks, no app setup.

Home Theater Sync

Lights, screens, amplifiers — synchronize your entire theater chain from your processor's trigger output. One signal to rule them all.

Works with your gear

TriggerLink works with any device that has a 12V trigger output and any device with an IR remote. Here are some popular combinations.

Arcam AV41, AVR30, SA30

Marantz SR7005, AV7005, SR6015

Denon AVR-X series, AVC-X series

Anthem MRX series, AVM series

NAD T 778, M33, C 399

Rotel RAP-1580, RMB-1585

Parasound Halo series, NewClassic

Integra DRX series, DHC series

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One trigger signal. Every device responds.