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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for purchasing the iC2 Home Theater Automation and Control System from Niles. With proper installation and operation, you should enjoy years of trouble-free use. Niles manufactures the industry’s most complete line of custom installation components and accessories for audio/video systems. To see the complete Niles product assortment, visit us on the Internet at: www.nilesaudio.com... -
Page 3: Introduction
The iC2 System consists of two main components: the iC2 Remote and the Home Theater Main System Unit (HT-MSU). The iC2 Remote incorporates large buttons and a logical layout of function keys that reflect today’s popular and menu-driven sources so anyone in the family can operate... -
Page 4: Features And Benefits
Its rechargeable battery has a long “off-charger” life, and users don’t have to change batteries. The iC2 Remote is a big button remote that can be programmed to control today’s most popular entertainment sources. - Page 5 RF COMMUNICATION ® The iC2 System uses a very reliable 2.4 GHz radio frequency that works extremely well even in RF “noisy” environments. The iC2 System’s 10-channel and 16-network ID capability allows multiple iC2 Systems to be used near each other, as well as in multiple-dwelling units like condos and townhouses.
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Page 6: Contents
1) Master Keys - The eight Master Keys on the left side of the remote can be custom labeled and will initiate the iC2’s automation functions when programmed via Niles QuickConfig. Pressing a Master Key will prompt the HT-MSU to check the On/Off status of all of the components in the system and issue the necessary commands so users can enjoy the selected source. - Page 7 Phillips head screw. Figure 3. iC2 Remote Rear View 8 ) USB Connection - The USB connection is a diagnostic connection used by the Niles Audio Corporation Service Center only. 9 ) Power Connection - This is the connection where the charging power supply connects to the Remote.
- Page 9 Niles multizone receivers. Niles QuickConfig is used for system configuration. 13 ) RF Test - A 3.5mm jack used to connect the optional Niles IR/RF tester for testing RF reception. NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI – 305-238-4373...
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Page 10: System Design Considerations
SYSTEM DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS The Niles iC2 System is a highly flexible tool that allows system designers to create home theater systems that will delight customers. Simplicity in operation is at the core of the iC2 System’s design. Features like HDMI video switching surround receivers and televisions, high-definition DSS satellite receivers, and DVD managing media servers can make home theater systems extremely difficult to operate. - Page 11 IR device, you should provide the HT-MSU the “Power Status” as feedback so the iC2 System will act faster using the Status connection on the HT-MSU. If a source is to be controlled via RS232 and it has separate On and Off codes, you do not need to provide the HT-MSU feedback.
- Page 12 ASSIGNABLE 12 VOLT OUTPUTS These three ports are completely assignable and can be used to trigger out-board automation devices such as: • 12V Triggered AC Power strips like the Niles AC-3 • 12V Triggered subwoofers like the Niles SW300, SW12, SW10, and Pro15SW •...
- Page 13 Flat Panel Display HT Receiver Satellite Receiver Media Server CS12V 12 V DC Power DVD Player Supply Portable Docking Station CD Disc Changer HT-MSU WS110 Motorized Lift Flasher RF ZigBee Antenna 12 Volt AC-3 RS232 2 Conductor Video Synch iC2 Remote Remote...
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Page 14: System Configuration
HT-MSU 12V Output #3. When the first Master Key on the iC2 Remote is pressed from an all off mode, the default TV (the flat panel TV, TV1) is turned on. Master Key 8 is labeled SWAP TV. When the SWAP TV Master Key is pressed, TV1 (flat panel) is turned off and TV2 (the projector) is turned on, and the screen is lowered for viewing. - Page 15 System Configuration #3 (Figure 7), shows two more system design features of the iC2 System. The iC2 System has a design feature called TV Array. Here, a Niles PAR4 Simplified IR Router is used with the HT-MSU to control an array of identical televisions.
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Page 16: Installation Considerations
The final design feature in System Configuration #3 uses a Niles Radio Frequency Gateway (RFG) to extend the antenna away from the HT-MSU. The Niles iC2 HT-MSU comes with an RF antenna that can be connected directly to the HT-MSU antenna socket. Reception range is approximately 75 feet (22.86 meters). - Page 17 Extending the cable or using longer cable is not recommended as this will drastically affect the RF reception. 2) Flasher Cable: Niles infrared flashers (not supplied with the iC2 System) include a 10 foot cable. Flasher wires can be extended up to 200 foot (61 meters) using 2-conductor 22 gauge (“zip-cord”).
- Page 18 1) If the HT-MSU is being used by itself, the PC Configuration/Expansion port will be empty and used to program the system (Figure 11). 2) If your iC2 System design involves a Radio Frequency Gateway (RFG), CAT-5 cable will already be plugged into the PC Configuration/Expansion port and that cable would be plugged into the “Keypad”...
- Page 19 Figure 11. PC connection for programming HT-MSU LAPTOP CAT-5 CABLE Figure 12. PC connection for programming when using optional RFG. HT-MSU LAPTOP CAT-5 CABLE System Port Keypad Port...
- Page 20 Remote. 3) CONNECT THE CHARGING POWER SUPPLY The rechargeable battery for the iC2 Remote may still have a charge, but we recommend plugging the iC2 Remote to the charging power supply. The iC2 System comes with two identical power DC power supplies. Choose one of them and plug the outlet-plug end into an unswitched AC outlet.
- Page 21 Figure 15. Flasher connection on HT-MSU Ring Figure 16. 3.5mm stereo plug and DB9 connectors...
- Page 22 Most sources that are RS232 controllable provide a protocol document (usually from their Tech Support Department) that will have all of the necessary information, including pin-out, to custom build the RS232 control cable (Figure 16). 7) CONNECT ALL STATUS There are two types of status (power synchronization) ports on the HT-MSU: the TV/7 and RCV/8 status connections are 3.5mm mono ports;...
- Page 23 (Figure 18) and snap the locking tab down. To help you, the connector plug is keyed. Insert the smooth side of the connector plug into the smooth side of the socket. NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI – 305-238-4373 Figure 17. Relay removable connection plug Figure 18.
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Page 24: Installation
RJ45 connection plugs. The CAT-5 cable must be terminated using the T568A standard wiring (Figure 21). 14) RE-CONNECT POWER TO THE HT-MSU You are now ready to program the Niles iC2 System. Figure 19. Vertical alignment of antenna is necessary for optimal reception Figure 20. - Page 25 RED LED...
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Page 26: Troubleshooting
Place the LED housing with the two LEDs where it can be seen. The green LED on the IR/RF Tester should flicker when a button is pressed on the iC2 Remote. The red LED should flicker when the HT-MSU sends information back to the iC2 Remote. If either the LED on the IR/RF Tester stays lit, there may be RF interference. -
Page 27: Accessories
FG01414 - White FG01415 - Bone FG01416 - Almond FG01417 - Black Wall-Mount infrared sensor used for IR pass-through on HT-MSU NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI – 305-238-4373 MS110 FLUSH MOUNT IR SENSOR MS210 MINIATURE SURFACE-MOUNT IR SENSOR ® TRIGGERING ACCESSORIES AC-3 VOLTAGE-TRIGGERED AC POWER STRIP 3.5 MM TO 3.5MM CABLE... - Page 28 PAR4 SIMPLIFIED INFRARED ROUTER FG01172 Routes IR commands to four components. Compatible with all brands of A/V equipment and remote controls. Used for iC2 TV Array feature RADIO FREQUENCY GATEWAY (RFG & RFG EX) FG01407 NORTH AMERICA FG01408 INTERNATIONAL An optional device that can be used instead of the supplied ���...
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Page 29: Specifications
RF Section: 2.4-GHz frequency ZigBee wireless mesh technology Signal Range: 75 to 100 ft open air (22.86 to 30.48 meters) GENERAL iC2 System Shipping Weight: Approximately 7 lbs. (3.18 kg) Warranty: Two-year limited Agency Certifications: Tested to UL/EN60065 for US, Canadian and EU markets. - Page 30 LIMITED WARRANTY NILES AUDIO CORPORATION (“NILES”) WARRANTS ITS ACTIVE PRODUCTS (THOSE REQUIRING AC OR BATTERY POWER) TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER TO BE FREE OF MANUFACTURING DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF TWO YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE.
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Page 31: Warranty
WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD Model Purchased _________________________________________________________ Serial Number ___________________________________________________________ Date Purchased (month/day/year) _____________________________________________ Dealer Name and Location __________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Miss ❍ ❍ ❍ Name__________________________________________________________________ Address________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ City_______________________________________State________________Zip ______ Telephone ( ) _________________________________________________ Please take a moment to fill out our warranty registration card. The information helps us to get to know you better and develop the products you want Age: Musical tastes:... - Page 32 ® L E N D I N G I G H I D E L I T Y R C H I T E C T U R E N i l e s A u d i o C o r p o r a t i o n 1 2 3 3 1 S .