light dimmers

[zak786]

hi all,
i have just recently purchased a phillips pronto RC9800i and was wondering if this remote would be able to control the lights in my room as long as i have the correct dimmer switch.
could some one please let me know if i need to purchase i certain type of dimmer switch or would any do as long as its infra red.

thanks
zak

[Big Bert]

Hi zak786,

I found a dimmer in B&Q a couple of years ago (I'm quite sure that they still do them). It's the same as their touch dimmers but has a small IR reciever window in the middle. Works a treat with my Pronto. I think they are around £23 each.

Gordon

[zak786]

thanks Gordon i will check out my local B&Q tomorrow


zak

[GSXRMovistar]

If its the Varilight range of dimmers avoid buying them from B&Q, in fact avoid B&Q for any sort of switch gear as they are way over price (normally twice the price).

Just find a local wholesaler instead, I normally use these guys:- TLC Direct

[zak786]

Originally Posted by GSXRMovistar

If its the Varilight range of dimmers avoid buying them from B&Q, in fact avoid B&Q for any sort of switch gear as they are way over price (normally twice the price).

Just find a local wholesaler instead, I normally use these guys:- TLC Direct

Right i see. I will go to my local B&Q have a look at these dimmers if they are the ones you have mentioned mate i will order the ones on the site you have stated.
thanks for your help
zak

Hi guys,
went to B&Q today the saw the varilight ones my god they are dear the normal finish ones are £24.99 and the polished finish ones are £35.99.
So just placed a order for a pack from the site kindly mentioned by GSXRMovistar they are about £12 for the chrome ones.
Ah well back to messing with my remote now.
thanks guys

zak

Originally Posted by GSXRMovistar

If its the Varilight range of dimmers avoid buying them from B&Q, in fact avoid B&Q for any sort of switch gear as they are way over price (normally twice the price).

Just find a local wholesaler instead, I normally use these guys:- TLC Direct