Niles Audio 8 Switch User Manual


 
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RF Test Port – Also located on the upper left side of the MSU is the RF Test Port.
The RF Test Port enables you to receive real-time confirmation that RF signals are
received and understood, detect interference, and test for sync status. The bicolor
RF/IR Test LED (FG00727) is available as an accessory, and should be sold and
installed in every IntelliControl home theater.
Video Sync Inputs – The eight Composite (RCA) Video Sync Ports are provided to
sense the on/off power status of IR controlled components with video output. Your
system design may require additional video cables and “Y” adapters.
12V Sync Inputs – The 12V Sync Inputs are provided to sense the on/off power
status of IR controlled components. Your system design may require 12V DC wall
adapters or Niles switchers (APC-2, LS-1, OTI-512) with a 10’ Accessory Cable
(FG00724).
Transfer Connector – The three conductor Transfer Connector enables the transfer
of programming information from the IntelliFile II PC Interface or the original
IntelliControl Programmer to the MSU and vice versa. You may want to permanently
install a 20’ Transfer Cable (FG00725) to provide future access for programming
updates.
IR Flasher Outputs- The twelve IR Flasher Outputs issue IR codes to IR controlled
components. Your system design may require IRC-2P MiniFlashers (FG00726)
and/or 3.5 to 3.5 mono mini-plug cables for hardwired connections to compatible
components.
12V DC Control Voltage Outputs – These connections can be used to trigger
screens, Niles switchers, and other devices. Your system design may require 10’
Accessory Cables (FG00724). The IntelliControl features an “Audio 12V” output
(active whenever a source that utilizes the preamp is selected), a “Video 12V” output
(active whenever a source that utilizes the TV is selected), and an “Assignable 12V”
output (activated as part of a sequence with the “Assignable Relay On” command).
Dry Contact Closures / Relays – These connections can be used to trigger lights,
curtains, screens, lifts, and other devices. Your system design may require multi-
conductor cable. The IntelliControl features a “Video Relay” (active whenever a
source that utilizes the TV is selected), and an “Assignable Relay” (activated as part of
a sequence with the “Assignable Relay On” command).
IR Data Input Connectors (“Home Theater IR” and “Second Zone IR”) – These
connections enable IR data to be fed into the MSU from Niles IR sensors, keypads, IR
Main System Units, or Multi-room Controllers around the house. IR data received at
the “Home Theater IR” port is passed through all flashers. IR data received at the
“Second Zone IR” port is passed through flashers 1 – 8 only.
Antenna Socket – This F-connector accommodates a 1’ to 200’ length of high quality
quad-shielded RG-6 coax cable with 6-3/4” of the center conductor exposed. It is
suggested that the exposed tip of the antenna be located as far from the main
equipment location (and as close to the user’s location) as practical.
IR Flasher Level Controls – The twelve flasher level controls enable the installer to
control the strength of the IR output sent to each of the components in the system.
Flasher strength increases as the pots are turned clockwise (a jeweler’s screwdriver is