The ECB-5 IR Emitter Connecting Block provides expanded infrared signal distribution when used with RTI control processors, in-wall touchpanels, device connecting blocks (CB4/CB8), third party infrared repeater systems, etc. It has one infrared signal input and five emitter output ports that allow the connection of up to five single or dual infrared emitters. It also incorporates a sense input for monitoring the power status of a switched outlet, current sensor, light sensor, etc.