Would it be possible for the UIRT to operate if the PC were powered off, just obviously don't send commands to the USB controller? Basically, pass through IR commands received through the external emitter connected to the unit. Hopefully it could draw its power from the USB bus even with the PC powered off (e.g. my USB hub's light is red when the PC is off). I would run the emitter from the HTPC (in the basement) to my A/V panel in the LR and would like to operate the equipment without having to power up the PC. I also need Girder capability, so this combined functionality would be perfect.
thanks!