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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND SETUP GUIDE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CUSTOMER SERVICE/TECHNICAL SUPPORT ..70 Expanding a Zone with an External Amplifier ..48 Doorbell Interface Integration....49 (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 3: Introduction
We l c o m e t o N i l e s I n t e l l i C o n t r o l I C S JOIN THE REVOLUTION A REVOLUTIONARY WHOLE-HOUSE DISTRIBUTED AUDIO SYSTEM For over a quarter centur y, Niles Audio Moreover, you’ll be impressed with how Corporation supplied... -
Page 4: Gxr2
Control Hub Zone Preamp Outputs IntelliControl ® ICS integration modules with additional GXR2s All user interfaces and GXR2 With 12 Volt Triggers for slave chassis are connected external amplifi er applications to any available RJ45 port (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 5: Features And Benefits
• Balance Control Fine tunes channel levels in each separate zone Receiver works as the main system distribution center for IntelliControl ICS. This receiver uses module cards • Programmable Turn-On Volume for each zone and distributes the audio and metadata throughout 6 zones, as well as receives controls from our user •... -
Page 6: Im-Ipod
The IM-iPOD Module outputs metadata (artist, album, track, etc.) on IntelliControl ICS • Alphabetic Search user interfaces with displays. Multiple IM-iPOD modules Content can be searched alphabetically for quick... -
Page 7: Tm-Xm
IntelliFile ® 3 or from the user interfaces on IntelliControl ICS user interfaces with LCD displays. It with displays has all the functionality of a normal tuner: seek through • Add to Favorites... -
Page 8: Tm-Sirius
(channel name, channel number, category, artist and in either IntelliFile ® 3 or from the user interfaces track) on IntelliControl ICS user interfaces with LCD with displays displays. It has all the functionality of a normal tuner: • Add to Favorites seek through stations;... -
Page 9: Tm-Am/Fm
LCD displays The TM-AM/FM Module outputs metadata (channel fre- • Add to Favorites quency) on IntelliControl ICS user interfaces with dis- Allows user changes to favorites from user interfaces with LCD displays plays. Multiple TM-AM/FM Tuner Modules can be used in a single chassis to allow multiple AM/FM channels •... -
Page 10: Im-Audio
Connects to the composite video out of component or sensing device such the source component connected to the as a Niles CS-12V, LS-1 or any IM-AUDIO. Input senses the presence of external 3-30V DC control voltage to NTSC video sync to determine when the... -
Page 11: Tm-Hd/R
• 20 Favorite Channel Presets HD/R Module outputs metadata (channel name, artist User-defined favorites allow easy access to name and song title) on IntelliControl ICS user interfaces frequently listened-to stations. Favorites are with displays. Multiple TM-HD/R Tuner Modules can displayed on user interfaces with LCDs and are... -
Page 12: Im-Server
Metadata from the media server/player is servers and players and slides into the card cage on displayed on the keypad (that have displays), an IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver. touchscreens and iRemote. Metadata depends on It provides Ethernet based control, metadata such the Media Server’s capabilities and id3 tags on... -
Page 13: User Interface Controls
The touch screen displays controls, Eight graphic master key buttons provide Niles’ exclusive important system information, setup menus and metadata “One Touch to Music,” which turns the system on, selects from the IntelliControl ICS Modules. - Page 14 A sensor, located behind the Niles Logo button, allows Touch Screen: 5-3/4” W x 5-1/16” H x 2-1/2” D use of an IR Remote with the IntelliControl ICS System Retrofit wall cutout: 5” W x 4-1/4” H • Convenient Backlighting for All Keys...
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Page 15: Iremote
ICS iRemote is a two-way RF (Radio The High Resolution LCD displays metadata, setup menus Frequency) hand-held remote control user interface. and important system information from the Niles Modules. Eight backlit Master Keys provide Niles exclu- The iRemote includes a Master Charging Base that sive “One Touch to Music,”... - Page 16 The iRemote is equipped with a motion sensor that The iRemote transmits commands to a Master illuminates the keys when it is moved Charging Base, connected to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver for system and source • Party Mode control.
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Page 17: Display
LCD display. and system control. The High Resolution LCD displays Eight backlit master keys provide Niles exclusive “One metadata, setup menus and important system informa- Touch to Music”, which turns the system on, selects a tion from IntelliControl ICS Modules. - Page 18 The high-resolution LCD displays complete MultiZone Receiver via CAT-5 metadata from IntelliControl ICS sources, zone The IntelliControl ICS Display Keypad connects to the and system status, “Soft Key” control functions, IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver via a and system setup menus CAT-5 data cable terminated with RJ-45 connectors •...
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Page 19: Single
Eight backlit Master the music. Additional backlit Hard Keys provide simple Keys provide Niles’ exclusive “One Touch to Music”, system and source control. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... - Page 20 Press and hold the OFF key to turn off all zones • 1, Single Keypad from anywhere in the house • 10, Master Key Caps • Connects to IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver via CAT-5 • 1, Master Key Label Sheet The IntelliControl ICS Single Keypad connects to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone •...
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Page 21: Intellifile ® 3
Vista operating system, at least 256MB • 1, 2 Meter USB Cable RAM, 100MB free HD space, 1024 x 768 display, CD-ROM drive, Ethernet and USB • 1, IntelliFile 3 Capture Station Port. • 1, ABS plastic carrying case (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 22: Rs232G
RS232 devices as drivers become available MUSIC SERVER Audio Out RS232G RS232 IR In 5 5/8" DB9 CABLE 3 1/8" CAT-5 CABLE * Single stream audio units only. Multiple stream models supported using IM-Server GXR2 module. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 23: Getting Started
If one or more of the card AM/FM slots are empty, you are free MASTER KEY 5 MASTER KEY 6 Rock to assign any Source to the MASTER KEY 7 MASTER KEY 8 LIGHTS CLASSICAL corresponding Master Key. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 24: Locating The Mac Id's
IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver which device, in this case an iRemote, is sending commands. MAC ID Sticker The IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver then knows which zone to turn on and which source to select for that zone. See the diagrams below for the location of the MAC IDs for each user interface. -
Page 25: Installing The Master Key Labels
Note: Keycaps may need noticeable force to install correctly. Figure 6. Step 1: Label sheet removal. Step 2: Insert label face down in keycap. Step 3: Place keycap over Master Key and snap into place. iRemote shown. Single Keypad shown. Display Keypad shown. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 26: Installing And Charging The Iremote Battery
“Charging Complete.” The iRemote operates approximately 8 hours in normal mode or 24 hours in battery save mode. System (CAT-5) connects to IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver Communication & Control Switch when used as Master Charging Base... -
Page 27: Basic Six-Zone Ics System
CASCADE AUDIO CASCADE AUDIO COMMUNICATION & CONTROL SWITCH ANTENNA SIRIUS ANTENNA CAT-5 16/4 Cable Speaker Wire ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE 5 ZONE 6 Speakers Speakers Speakers Speakers Speakers Speakers Figure 7. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 28: Expanded 12-Zone Ics System
CASCADE AUDIO COMMUNICATION & CONTROL HUB MAC ADDRESS Designed and Engineered in the USA. Made in Malaysia. IM-Audio Modules 16/4 CAT-5 Speaker Cable Wire ZONE 7 ZONE 8 ZONE 9 ZONE 10 ZONE 11 ZONE 12 (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 29: Expanded 18-30-Zone Ics System
CASCADE AUDIO COMMUNICATION & CONTROL HUB MAC ADDRESS Designed and Engineered in the USA. Made in Malaysia. IM-Audio Modules 16/4 CAT-5 Speaker Cable Wire ZONE 13 ZONE 14 ZONE 15 ZONE 16 ZONE 17 ZONE 18 (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 30: Im-Ipod Installation Instructions
Figure 2. iPod connection to 30-pin cable connection cable to the IM-iPOD Module. on\IM-iPOD Module Card Figure 3. The IM-iPOD card is ready for use when the Niles logo appears. iPod 30-pin Connector Cable Figure 6. Expanded System with Cascade Audio Connections Figure 4. -
Page 31: Tm-Xm Installation Instructions
CAUTION: The TM-XM Module is susceptible to static discharge. Be sure to use a grounding strap or touch Niles manufactures a line of satellite radio accessories an earth ground prior to picking up the TM-XM. Handle that include a satellite radio antenna (ANT-SAT) and the card by its edges. - Page 32 Audio In tion. If providing this service for the homeowner: Figure 4. Cascade Audio Connections 1. Have IntelliControl ICS System powered up and active with TM-XM selected. 2. Tune to Channel 0 to get the XM ID Number. Write the number down for future reference.
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Page 33: Tm-Sirius Installation Instructions
WARNING: Always turn the power OFF on the Antenna that has a clear and unobstructed view of Intellicontrol ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver and be the sky. See the SIRIUS Antenna Directional Map for sure the AC line cord is disconnected to avoid damage... - Page 34 See NilesAudio.com for the complete line of Satellite If providing this service for the home owner: Radio Accessories. 1. Have the IntelliControl ICS System powered up and active with TM-SIRIUS selected. EXPANDING THE SYSTEM 2. After displaying the SIRIUS log, the receiver updates When using multiple chassis, connect the Left and Right all SIRIUS channels.
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Page 35: Tm-Am/Fm Installation Instructions
Figure 2. TM-AM/FM Module connection to antennas. WARNING: Always turn the power OFF on the Intellicontrol ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver and be sure the AC line cord is disconnected to avoid damage and electrical shock before making any connections to the TM-AM/FM Module. -
Page 36: Im-Audio Installation Instructions
Left & Right audio IN on the appropriate IM- AUDIO card. CONNECTING A VIDEO COMPONENT AND CURRENT SENSOR Attach a Niles IR Flasher (Niles model MF1, MF1-VF) Video Sync directly over the IR eye on the component. (Shine a If the source component has a composite video output,... - Page 37 The CS-12V will send 12V to the sync input to let the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver know that the source is on. The IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver will appropriately manage power commands for the source component by knowing when it is on or off.
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Page 38: Tm-Hd/R Installation Instructions
1. Connect an antenna with a F-type connector to Figure 3. Enlargement – AM and FM antennas F-type terminal on TM-HD/R. connecting to module card. 2. Spread “arms” of dipole antenna as far apart as possible and position for best reception. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... - Page 39 Right Audio IN on the IM-AUDIO Module in the same number card slot on the Slave chassis. Up to four Slave chassis may be used in a system. Figure 5. Expanded system with Cascade Audio connections. Figure 4. Cascade Audio Connections (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION...
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Page 40: Im-Server Installation Instructions
Be sure to use a grounding strap or touch an IR OUT earth ground prior to picking up the IM-SERVER. Handle Attached a Niles IR Flasher (Niles model MF1, MF1- the card by its edges. VF) directly over the IR eye on the component. (Shine 1. - Page 41 When using multiple chassis, connect the IM-AUDIO IR OUT on the Slave chassis to the IR IN on the IM-AUDIO *Prod ID: FG00933 3.5mm Cable Module in the same number card slot on the Master Figure 5. IR Pass-Through Connections chassis. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION...
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Page 42: User Interfaces
® utilizes ZigBee radio technology to com- responding metadata. When more than one iRemote is municate bi-directionally to the IntelliControl ICS Mod- installed into a home, the operational RF ranges of the ular MultiZone Receiver. ZigBee radios operate in the additional iRemote Bases combine to form a Mesh Net- 2.4GHz band. - Page 43 CONNECTING THE REMAINING IREMOTE’S FOR NETWORK CONFIGURATION At least one iRemote Charging Base must remain con- nected to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone All remaining iRemote’s must be placed in a charging Receiver, via a CAT-5 cable, to convert ZigBee radio base and temporarily connected to the IntelliControl communication messages to system control commands.
- Page 44 An advantage of utilizing this methodology each iRemote in the Network so multiple iRemotes can is that if your neighbor owns an IntelliControl ICS sys- tem with iRemote’s, their iRemotes will not interfere with simultaneously communicate to the system without any the iRemotes from your system.
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Page 45: Connection
USER INTERFACES CAT-5 CONNECTION WIRING TERMINATION DIAGRAM The IntelliControl ICS touch screens and keypads con- nect to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver via CAT-5 cable. For the system to function properly all runs of CAT-5 must be pulled in home-runs from the... -
Page 46: Ir Sensor Connection
IR Sensor as shown. plug-in wire terminals on the IR sensor. CAUTION: These connections are different than those used from the touch screens to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver. RJ-45 Niles IR Connection Be sure to check wire configuration and connections before power- ing up the system. -
Page 47: Volume Controls
Volume Controls, connected to an ICS system via a software for volume control integration. Below is an Niles MCV-HUB4, to independently adjust the listening example of one zone using several Niles VCS-100 level of three separate areas. MASTER BEDROOM MASTER BATH... -
Page 48: Expanding A Zone With An External Amplifier
ICS allows you to connect amplifier to the GXR2 Modular Multizone Receiver. ® ZONE 1 MASTER BEDROOM Two-Conductor Speaker Cable SI-245 Variable AUDIO Line Level VIDEO CASCADE AUDIO CASCADE AUDIO COMMUNICATION & CONTROL SWITCH CAT-5 Cable (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 49: Doorbell Interface Integration
The GXR2 can be configured via the IntelliFile ® of a doorbell integrated into an ICS system using a software for doorbell integration. Below is an example Niles DBI-1 Doorbell Interface. VIDEO CASCADE AUDIO CASCADE AUDIO COMMUNICATION & CONTROL SWITCH DBI-1 (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 50: Phone/Paging System Integration
Below are two unit. The second example consists of an expanded system examples. The fi rst example uses a single GXR2 connected using a Niles AVDA-3 Distribution Amplifi er. TELEPHONE Page Input CONTROL UNIT... -
Page 51: Home Theater Integration
CD CHANGER CASCADE AUDIO COMMUNICATION & CONTROL SWITCH TM-XM Cascade Audio Flasher Output TM-SIRIUS Cascade Audio DSS Cascade Audio 12V Output DVD Cascade Audio CD Cascade Audio 12V Output Flasher Output Flasher Output INTELLICONTROL MSU (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 52: Linking Multiple Zones
3 zones linked together. All 3 zones are turned interface such as a Contact Touch Screen. PATIO POOL AREA CABANA 16/4 Speaker Wire CAT-5 Cable VIDEO CASCADE AUDIO CASCADE AUDIO COMMUNICATION & CONTROL SWITCH (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 53: Configuring The Gxr2
• Screwdriver with No. 2 Phillips bit 1. Remove the four chassis screws located at the front of one of the IntelliControl ICS GXR2 Modular MultiZone Receiver side panels. 2. Place a rack mount panel on the GXR2 side panel,... -
Page 54: Configuring And Installing User Interface Controls
IR Sensor as shown. CAUTION: These connections are different than those used from the touch screens or keypads to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver. Be sure to check wire configuration and con- CONTACT IR Sensor nections before powering up the system. -
Page 55: Installing User Interface Controls
3. Finish with appropriate color faceplate. SINGLE WARNING: Do not mount the keypad, or IR sensor if Faceplate used, in the same electrical box as 110V AC devices. This is a violation of electrical code in some areas. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 56: Operating The System
SYSTEM SETTINGS ACCESS Touch to go back to “System Settings menu” or wait 10 seconds. The “Now Playing” screen will automat- ically appear. Press the Niles System Settings Key. PAGE/DOORBELL The “System Settings menu” appears. Press the Niles System Settings Key. - Page 57 OPERATING THE SYSTEM SYSTEM SETTINGS CONTACT (CONTINUED) SLEEP TIMER ALARM CLOCK Press the Niles System Settings Key. Press the Niles System Settings Key. The “System Settings menu” appears. The “System Settings menu” appears. Touch the button. [Sleep Timer] Touch the button.
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Page 58: Display Settings
OPERATING THE SYSTEM SYSTEM SETTINGS CONTACT (CONTINUED) DISPLAY SETTINGS/BACKLIGHT CLEANING THE TOUCH SCREEN Press the Niles System Settings Key. The “System Settings menu” appears. Press the Niles System Settings Key. The “System Settings menu” appears. Touch the button. [Display Settings] Touch the button. -
Page 59: Display And Iremote
OPERATING THE SYSTEM SYSTEM SETTINGS DISPLAY AND iREMOTE ® AUDIO SETTINGS: TREBLE/BASE/BALANCE PAGE/DOORBELL Press the Niles System Settings Key. Display: The “System Settings menu” appears. System Settings Audio Settings Paging/Doorbell iRemote: Sleep Timer Alarm Clock Clock Setting Page Back Page Press the Niles System Settings Key. - Page 60 OPERATING THE SYSTEM SYSTEM SETTINGS DISPLAY AND iREMOTE ® (CONTINUED) SLEEP TIMER CLOCK SETTING Press the Niles System Settings Key. Press the Niles System Settings Key. The “System Settings menu” appears. The “System Settings menu” appears. System Settings System Settings...
- Page 61 SYSTEM SETTINGS DISPLAY AND iREMOTE ® (CONTINUED) ALARM CLOCK Press the Cursor Key to highlight [Wake up Source] Press the Niles System Settings Key. The “System Settings” menu appears. Alarm Clock Alarm is On System Settings 12:30 PM Audio Settings Paging/Doorbell...
- Page 62 OPERATING THE SYSTEM SYSTEM SETTINGS DISPLAY AND iREMOTE ® (CONTINUED) DISPLAY SETTINGS (BACKLIGHT) TURN ON VOLUME Press the Niles System Settings Key. Press the Niles System Settings Key. The “System Settings” menu appears. The “System Settings” menu appears. Press the...
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Page 63: Installer Settings
GXR2 that the keypad is connected to (May be only for approximately 15-20 seconds. for development purpose). 1. Press & Hold Niles Logo Key for 5-10 seconds to open ‘Installer Settings’ Menu TOUCH SCREEN Selecting this disables the touch screen to allow for clean- ing. -
Page 64: Iremote
With all sources playing, cycle through the inputs to get a reference for which sources are ‘louder’ and ‘softer’ than others. (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 65: Specifications
Shipping Weight: 54 lbs. Warranty: Two-year limited DIMENSIONS Shipping Weight: 1 lb. GXR2 Modular MultiZone Receiver: DIMENSIONS 17-3/8” W x 5-3/4” H x 18” D (including feet) XM Module Card: 1-1/4” W x 3-3/4” H x 7-1/4” D (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 66: Tm-Sirius
Canadian and EU markets dian and EU markets Power: Provided when installed Frequency Range: Power: Provided when installed into IntelliControl ICS Modular AM 530 - 1710 kHz, into GXR2 chassis MultiZone Receiver chassis FM 87.7 - 107.9 MHz Voltage Sync Input: 3-30V DC SIRIUS tuning range: 2332.5 to... -
Page 67: Tm-Hd/R
1-1/4" W x 3-3/4" H x 7-1/4" D Note: IM-Audio card required for integration of audio on a music server Warranty: Two-year limited Shipping Weight: 1 lb. DIMENSIONS 5-5/8" wide x 3-1/8" high x .7/8" deep (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 68: Single
Keypad: 1-3/4” W x 4” H x 1- Display: 2” High resolution back- 1/4” H 5/8” D lit LCD Includes retrofit installation mounting system Depth behind wall: 1-1/8” (based on mounting into 1/2” dry- wall) (800) BUY-HIFI NILES AUDIO CORPORATION... -
Page 69: Warranty Information
ICS product to the original purchaser to ® edy shall be to return the product to NILES, in which case be free of manufacturing defects in material and work- NILES will repair or replace, at its sole option, the defective manship for a period of two years from date of pur- product without charge for parts or labor. -
Page 70: Customer Service/Technical Support
Niles logos, IntelliControl, IntelliFile, and iREMOTE are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation. All other trademarks are the prop- erty of their respective owners. Niles reserves the right to change specifications, descriptions and prices without notice. The technical and other information contained herein is not intended to set forth all technical and other specifications.