Some years ago I was given a plug-in attachement which converted a manual Akai video recorder into a remote controlled one. The unit consists of a small plug in-unit with a four-pin polarized plug with three wires. This was apparently plugged into the front of the receiver. The unit is brand new and I would like to utilize the fact that I have an infra red transmitter and receiver to use for remote controlling for example a wall lamp or some other appliance. Is it at all feasible. Any advice appreciated.