Niles Intellicontrol Tabletop Remote Manual page 15

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The IntelliControl's Main System Unit can be programmed to automate the "Mute"
command. Now, when one person presses "Mute", nobody has to remember anything.
The IntelliControl remembers. When anyone touches any key, the preamp will unmute.
Problem Six: Infrared Remote Controls Are Line-Of-Sight Only
In a conventional system using a "macro" remote, various problems can occur if the
remote control is not pointed correctly, or not held steadily in one position until all of its
commands are issued. If the user's hand slips, or someone walks by, some of the
commands may not be received. Annoying problems, which are exaggerated in larger
rooms, will occur.
IntelliControl Solution: Radio Frequency Commands Between the Tabletop
Remote Control and the System
The IntelliControl issues a single RF "automation" command when a button is pushed.
Because radio signals operate at any angle and cannot be physically blocked, the
system's automation is extremely reliable. All macros are issued by the MSU, which feeds
IR commands directly to the components. The IntelliControl provides the end-user with
one-touch operation every time.
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