# XR-3 Remote

> Remote control and monitoring for XR-3 Modular Test Instrument via WiFi. (iPhone/iPad app by Applied Instruments, Inc..)

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- Developer: [Applied Instruments, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376028670)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.4 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-04-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xr-3-remote/id1376028941/reviews.md

## What is XR?

Use the XR-3 Remote companion app to remotely monitor and control Applied Instruments' WiFi enabled XR-3 Modular Test Instrument when paired with a compatible iPhone or iPad.  The iOS mobile device connects to the XR-3 satellite meter using WiFi technology without using any 4G data and without going through the internet.

Application example: Connect your XR-3 satellite meter at the ground block location and power on the XR-3.  Then pair your XR-3 to your iOS mobile device via WiFi.  Climb the ladder with your phone on an armband, run the XR-3 Remote app, and check signal level and quality and re-align your satellite dish without having to first remove the LNBF head and temporarily connect short coax jumper cables from the LNBF to your satellite meter.  The XR-3 meter's screen is mirrored on your mobile device, allowing you to identify the satellite, toggle to different satellites and transponders and measure RF level, demodulated signal quality, and LNB LO drift.  This method offers safety and speed advantages for the satellite technician.

Present Limitations:
1) Only works with XR-3 hardware version 3.01 (XR-3's with optional WiFi hardware module installed).  To confirm the hardware version of your XR-3, press MENU, select Versions from the Main Menu and refer to the Base HW Version field.  If your XR-3 doesn't have hardware version 3.01, contact Applied Instruments for a quote to have it modified.
2) XR-3 Remote app only works with the XR-3's satellite meter modules.  Support for the cable modules will be coming soon!
3) Only the XR-3's main Run screen, AZ/EL screens, and limit scan screens are viewable and controllable via the mobile device.  Increased functionality (more screens) will be offered at a later date via software updates.
4) Only 1 mobile device can be connected to each XR-3 at a time.
5) WiFi range of iOS mobile device to XR-3 satellite meter varies depending on obstacles and terrain, but is approximately 100 to 300 feet.

What do I need to get started?
1) iPhone or iPad
2) WiFi Enabled XR-3 Modular Test Instrument (hardware version 3.01) with a related satellite meter module

For more details about WiFi functions of the WiFi-enabled XR-3, visit http://www.appliedin.com/www/assets/products/XR_3/downloads/XR-3_Meter_WiFi_Operations.pdf

For more details about the XR-3 Remote iOS app, visit http://www.appliedin.com/www/assets/products/XR_3/downloads/XR-3_Remote_iOS_App.pdf

How do I link my iOS mobile device to the XR-3?
1)	Power on your XR‐3.
2)	Turn on Wi‐Fi on your iPhone or iPad if it’s not already enabled.
3)	When searching on your iOS device for the wireless network that you’d like to join, select the SSID (name) of your
XR‐3 and enter the password.
4)	In your XR‐3, you can view and modify its related SSID and password by selecting MENU --> WiFi --> 
WiFi Menu --> WiFi Options --> Hands Free Cfg.
5)	On your XR‐3, exit the WiFi menu to return to the meter’s Run screen (where your bar graphs are shown)
6)	On your iPhone or iPad, open the XR‐3 Remote app. The phone will sync with your meter and your meter’s main Run screen display will be mirrored on the phone.

Learn more about the Applied Instruments XR-3 and other Applied Instruments products at www.appliedin.com

## Key features

- Remote monitoring and control
- WiFi connectivity
- Screen mirroring
- Signal level and quality measurement
- Satellite dish realignment assistance
- LNB LO drift measurement


## Frequently asked questions about XR

### What is XR-3 Remote?

XR-3 Remote is a companion app that allows you to remotely monitor and control Applied Instruments' WiFi-enabled XR-3 Modular Test Instrument. It connects via WiFi, mirroring the instrument's screen on your iPhone or iPad for real-time adjustments and measurements.

### What hardware is required for XR-3 Remote?

You need an iPhone or iPad and a WiFi-enabled XR-3 Modular Test Instrument with hardware version 3.01 and an installed WiFi hardware module. Support for cable modules is planned for future updates.

### How do I connect XR-3 Remote to my XR-3 meter?

Power on your XR-3, enable Wi-Fi on your iOS device, and select the XR-3's SSID to connect. You can view and modify the XR-3's WiFi settings through its menu.

### What functions can I control with XR-3 Remote?

Currently, XR-3 Remote allows you to view and control the XR-3's main Run screen, AZ/EL screens, and limit scan screens. More screens and increased functionality will be added in future software updates.

### What is the WiFi range of XR-3 Remote?

The WiFi range between your iOS mobile device and the XR-3 satellite meter varies depending on obstacles and terrain, but it is approximately 100 to 300 feet.

### Can multiple devices connect to one XR-3 at a time?

No, only one mobile device can be connected to each XR-3 at a time. This ensures a stable and dedicated connection for control and monitoring.

### Does XR-3 Remote have ads?

No, XR-3 Remote is ad-free. As a free application, it does not display advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### How often is XR-3 Remote updated?

The app was last updated on December 5, 2021, to version 1.4.0. Future software updates are planned to offer increased functionality and support for more screens.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2021-12-05

Fixed compatibility issue with iOS 15

### 1.3.0 — 2021-02-18

Fix for compatibility issue with iOS 14.4 that resulted in the app crashing

### 1.2.0 — 2020-08-26

-Limit scan screens have been added.  

-You can now perform limit scans remotely using the app.  Once the scan completes, you can save the limit scan data to your device in a JSON formatted file.  You can find this file in your Files app and have the ability to directly send these scan results back to another location.

### 1.1.0 — 2018-05-03

-Minor bug fixes
-Increased text size on iPad for some text fields
-Stability improvements for connections and screen transitions

### 1.0.2 — 2018-04-26

No release notes.

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