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Niles Auriel MRC-6430 System Design Manual

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SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE
Multi-Room Audio and Home Theater Control Like You've Never Experienced.
MRC-6430
Includes:
Overview of products powered by Auriel
Auriel System Applications
Multi-Room Applications
Lighting Applications
Climate Applications
VERSION 2 - 2016

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  • Page 1 SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Multi-Room Audio and Home Theater Control Like You’ve Never Experienced. MRC-6430 Includes: Overview of products powered by Auriel Auriel System Applications Multi-Room Applications Lighting Applications Climate Applications VERSION 2 - 2016...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Table of Contents INTRODUCTION How to use this Design Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Overview: MRC-6430 .

  • Page 3: How To Use This Design Guide

    AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE How to use this Design Guide Each chapter in the System Application Design Guide is divided Section provides you into sections to make with detailed info for a comprehension easier. Each specific application. section contains specific information that is presented with graphic examples to Do This First...

  • Page 4: Overview: Mrc-6430

    Niles MRC-6430 Multi-Room Audio Controller The Niles MRC-6430 multi-room audio controller delivers amazing sound throughout the home using a simple, intuitive user interface with options that include a handheld remote, a seven-button keypad pre-programmed for zones, and a choice of touch panel devices.
  • Page 5 OVERVIEW: MRC-6430 Features Leading Features: Chassis Control: Six unique zones with six distinct input sources. The Niles MRC-6430 is the leading solution for multi-room audio integrating automation and A/V control. Home Control: Two-way metadata and control of popular lighting and climate devices.

  • Page 6: Mrc-6430 Chassis Connections

    AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE MRC-6430 CHASSIS CONNECTIONS IR OUT 1-6 SERVICE PORT ETHERNET Assignable IR outputs For factory Connect only Niles 10/100 LAN service only approved devices connection SOURCE 1-6 PAGE MAC ID Analog source inputs Doorbell or page input...
  • Page 7 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE PREAMP OUTPUT ZONE 1-6 Analog stereo Preamp level outputs for each zone AMPLIFIED OUTPUT ZONES 1-4 AC Power Main Connection Power Quick connect / disconnect speaker terminal for zones 1-4...

  • Page 8: Overview: Keypads & Touchscreens

    The nHR200 Home Theater and whole house Wi-Fi Remote Control is a sleek extension of the intuitive Niles Auriel system. The nHR200 features all of the function of a touchscreen packaged in the contemporary styled remote control. A stylish charging base is included and keeps the nHR200 ready to grab-and-go.
  • Page 9 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE OVERVIEW: nHR200 Wi-Fi Remote Control Zone Power Tap to turn current room off, press and hold to turn all rooms off. Touchscreen Simply touch an icon to navigate menus, control source components, and more. Lets you see real-time status of Now Playing, and with future system feature Soft Buttons...

  • Page 10: Overview: Nkp7 Keypad

    AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE OVERVIEW: nKP7 Keypad Source Buttons: Configured in the Auriel Software . Press and hold to set Audio Presets on the fly . Ethernet Port: Off Button: RJ-45 Connection Press once for Zone Off . Press and hold IEEE 802 .3at PoE for All Zones Off .

  • Page 11: Overview: Ntp7 Touchscreen

    AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE OVERVIEW: nTP7 Touchscreen Proximity Sensor Power Microphone Status LED Camera Speaker DC Power Input Recessed Reset Switch LAN + Power over Ethernet Audio Out Recessed Reset Switch...

  • Page 12: Applications

    Global Features Include: Streaming Services - The Internal Media Source is a 7th source option that provides streaming services from the Niles MRC-6430. The Internal Media Source is powered by the Logitech LMS service and provides access to Pandora, Spotify, Tidal, TuneIn Radio,...
  • Page 13 The Niles nKP7 requires a Power over Ethernet (PoE) connection to a network switch or router in order to power on. § The Niles nTP4 and nTP7 are PoE compliant and may be connected to a PoE network switch or router or powered by §...

  • Page 14: System Integration Amplifier For Outside Zones

    AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE APPLICATION: CAT5 Standalone MRC-6430 Multi Room Ampli er including MRC-6430 Multi-Room Amplifier Streaming Services Stereo RCA System Integration Ampli er for Outside zones Flasher Speaker Cable nTP4 nTP7 nKP7 Wireless Router POE Switch MRC-6430 Loudspeakers Loudspeakers Loudspeakers Loudspeakers...
  • Page 15 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Cable Schedule Source Connections to MRC-6430 CABLE SIGNAL FROM CAT5 Network Local Area Network Switch MRC-6430 Ethernet port Room Connections (needed for each area that accesses the audio sources) CABLE SIGNAL FROM Speaker Audio MRC-6430 Zone Amplifier Output Speakers CAT5 Data...
  • Page 16 This application covers the use of a MRC-6430 amplifier to distribute six audio sources to six zones. Zones 5 & 6 are shown integrated with a Niles 12 Channel amplifier, allowing sub-zoning and more power for those areas that need it. This application utilizes two infrared controllable sources and one IP controllable source.
  • Page 17 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Customer Benefits The MRC-6430 offers your customer a cost-effective multi-room audio control that allows One Touch to Entertainment from an easy-to-learn keypad or touchscreen. They get complete control of their music enjoyment through a recognizable user interface from any location in the house.

  • Page 18: System Integration Amplifier For Outside Zones

    AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE CAT5 Standalone MRC-6430 Multi Room Ampli er including Stereo RCA System Integration Ampli er for Outside Zones Flasher Speaker Cable Set Top Box Blu-ray / DVD Player nTP7 nKP7 Wireless Router Single Stream Music Player POE Switch MRC-6430 (Bus Input)
  • Page 19 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Cable Schedule Source Connections to MRC-6430 CABLE SIGNAL FROM Stereo RCA Audio Set-top box audio output MRC-6430 Source 1 Audio In Stereo RCA Audio Blu-Ray/ DVD Player audio output MRC-6430 Source 2 Audio In Stereo RCA Audio Media player changer audio output MRC-6430 Source 3 Audio In...
  • Page 20 Powering Outdoor Areas: The amplifier power of the MRC-6430 is sufficient for indoor applications, but outdoor applications may require a more powerful amplifier. A Niles System Integration Amplifier is recommended when more power is needed. The MRC- 6430 has preamp outputs. Each one provides an audio signal to the amplifier that can be switched between variable level (volume level controlled by keypad) or fixed level (volume level controlled by a separate volume control).
  • Page 21 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Customer Benefits The MRC-6430 offers your customer a cost-effective Multi-Room audio controler that allows One Touch to Entertainment from an easy-to-learn keypad or touchscreen. They get complete control of the whole house audio system through a recognizable user interface from any location in the house.
  • Page 22 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE CAT5 Whole Home Audio with a Extender Chassis (12 zones) Stereo RCA and System Integration Ampli er for Outside Zones Flasher Speaker Cable Set Top Box Blu-Ray / DVD Player Loudspeakers Loudspeakers Loudspeakers Loudspeakers Multi Stream Media Player Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3...
  • Page 23 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Cable Schedule Source Connections to MRC-6430 CABLE SIGNAL FROM Stereo RCA Audio Set-top box audio output Master MRC-6430 Source 1 Audio In Stereo RCA Audio DVD changer 4 audio output Master MRC-6430 Source 2 Audio In Stereo RCA Audio Media Player Stream 1 audio output...

  • Page 24: Mrc-6430 Multi-Room Amplifier Integrated With A Home Theater System For Unified Control

    Powering Outdoor Areas: The amplifier power of the MRC-6430 is sufficient for indoor applications, but outdoor applications may require a more powerful amplifier. A Niles System Integration Amplifier is recommended when more power is needed. The MRC- 6430 has preamp outputs. Each one provides an audio signal to the amplifier that can be switched between variable level (volume level controlled by keypad) or fixed level (volume level controlled by a separate volume control).
  • Page 25 The nTP7 can also be plugged into a powered port, OR it can be powered by an external power supply. § Additionally if more than 6 IR Flasher ports are needed, then you can connect one of the IR outputs to a Niles IR Main §...
  • Page 26 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE CAT5 MRC-6430 Multi Room Ampli er Integrated with a Home Stereo RCA Theater System for uni ed control Flasher Speaker Cable HDMI nTP7 nKP7 Set Top Box Wireless Router POE Switch Streaming Music Player MRC-6430 Blu-Ray Player Loudspeakers Loudspeakers...
  • Page 27 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Cable Schedule Source Connections to MRC-6430 CABLE SIGNAL FROM Stereo RCA Audio Set-top box audio output MRC-6430 Source 1 Audio In HDMI HDMI Set-top box HDMI output Home Theater AVR DBS HDMI input Stereo RCA Audio MRC-6430 Source 2 Loop Out Home Theater CD Audio input...

  • Page 28: Overview: Dbi-2 Doorbell Interface

    Review the MRC-6430 & Auriel Overview The DBI-2 Doorbell Interface (FG01613) provides doorbell chimes that play throughout the home when installed with a Niles Multi- Room system. It is equipped with four different doorbell sounds, two user recorded sound options, and the ability to play different sounds for the front and rear doors.
  • Page 29 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE Features Provides doorbell chimes to Niles Multi-Room controllers § Four selectable preprogrammed chimes and one user recorded sound option § Two Doorbell Inputs, both with button illumination support, triggered by either voltage or contact closure via screwless two piece §...
  • Page 30 What does this Application do? This application covers the use of a DBI-2 to add doorbell chimes to a Niles Multi-Room Amplifier system. The DBI-2 is a MultiZone accessory that combines both doorbell alerts and traditional phone paging together over one connection to the MRC-6430. This...
  • Page 31 AURIEL MULTI-ROOM SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE CAT5 MRC-6430 Multi Room Ampli er Integrated with a Mono RCA Doorbell Alert System Speaker Cable Doorbell Feature can be used separately from Telephone telephone paging. Wireless Router Front DBI-2 Doorbell POE Switch nTP7 nKP7 MRC-6430 (Page Aux In) Loudspeakers...
  • Page 32 Using the Niles Auriel Viewer for control of lighting systems offers your customers an easy-to-use single user inferace in a one app solution. Whether at home or on the go, using the Niles Auriel app allows your clients to control their lights for an added level of convenience and peace of mind.

  • Page 33: Lighting Control With Lutron Caseta

    The Lutron Caseta lighting system must be fully programmed and operational before integration with the Niles MRC- § 6430. The Niles nTP4 and nTP7 are PoE compliant and may be connected to a PoE network switch, or powered by an § external power supply.
  • Page 34 Using the Niles Auriel Viewer for control of lighting systems offers your customers an easy-to-use single user inferace in a one app solution. Whether at home or on the go, using the Niles Auriel app allows your clients to control their lights for an added level of convenience and peace of mind.

  • Page 35: Lighting Control With Lutron Radiora 2

    The Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting system must be fully programmed and operational before integration with the Niles § MRC-6430. The Niles nTP4 and nTP7 are PoE compliant and may be connected to a PoE network switch, or powered by an § external power supply.

  • Page 36: Z-Wave Climate & Lighting Control With Veraedge

    Peace of Mind - Whether at home or on vacation, rest assured that the lights are Off or On and never have to worry about walking into a dark room again. Comfort - No matter the temperature outside or the time of day, the Niles Auriel System allows you to manage your home just the way you like it, comfortable.
  • Page 37 The VeraEdge must be paired with Z-Wave devices and fully operational before integration with the Niles MRC-6430. § The Niles nTP4 and nTP7 are PoE compliant and may be connected to a PoE network switch or router or powered by §...
  • Page 38 Climate - End-users can control their heating, cooling, and humidification system from the Niles Auriel Viewer. Comfort - No matter the temperature outside or the time of day, the Niles Auriel System allows you to keep your home just the way you like it, comfortable.

  • Page 39: Aprilaire 8820 Thermostat

    The AprilAire 8820 must be connected to a wireless network and fully operational before integration with the Niles § MRC-6430. The Niles nTP4 and nTP7 are PoE compliant and may be connected to a PoE network switch or router or powered by § an external power supply.
  • Page 40 An example of such usage could be to cover a patio and outdoor area as one large zone. This example would have the MRC-6430’s zone 4 speaker outputs going to a pair of Niles OS (Outdoor series) loudspeakers under the eve of the patio and zone 4’s variable pre-amp output going to a Niles SI-1230 amplifier (bridged or un-bridged) to run a number of Niles Weatherproof...
  • Page 41 Auriel Software on the MRC-6430 should be updated. Updating the Auriel Software can be accomplished by downloading the latest version from the Niles Audio support site, then connecting the PC laptop to the Local Area Network (LAN) that the MRC- 6430 system is connected to, using a CAT5 cable and running the self-executing software update.
  • Page 42 MRC-6430. Connect a Niles dual headed MicroFlasher™ to control two devices from the single IR output. Alternatively connect a Niles IR Main System Unit (MSU) to allow more than one IR Flasher to be utilized from any of the single IR output connections.
  • Page 43 ZR-4, ZR-6 or IntelliControl ICS GXR-2 systems) can be completely pulled out including the user interfaces and the new MRC-6430 can use the existing CAT5 and speaker wiring, however the CAT5 cable used for the keypad and touchscreens of the older Niles MultiZone system should be examined to be terminated using T568A or T568B.

  • Page 44: Additional Information

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Warranty All Niles products are manufactured with reliability in mind and backed by factory warranties against defects in materials or workmanship. For details, see the warranty statement included with each product. Customer Service and Technical Support Call: 800-289-4434 (BUY-HIFI)

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