I figured out how you can use Peel Smart Remote in Cyanogenmod (and theoretically any custom ROM). Your device will need to be rooted first however. If you (after rooting) go to the Play Store and download (a) Peel Smart Remote and (b) Any build.prop editor. After both are installed go to the...
IR Blaster in Cyanogenmod!! Yay!
IR Blaster in Cyanogenmod!! Yay!