Summary of Contents for Niles iPower AC-8CX
- Page 1 I N S T A L L A T I O N & O P E R A T I O N G U I D E ™ Intelligent Power Management Systems. AC-8CX AC-8CX 8 OUTLET POWER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ®...
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Page 2: Important Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Your iPOWER ™ product represents the latest in power management and protection technology. However, like any electronic device, an inappropriately or improperly installed device may not per- form as intended. By following a few common sense precautions, your iPOWER you a lifetime of worry-free performance. - Page 3 WARNING! Damage Requiring Service: Customers should not attempt to repair iPOWER products. These devices should be serviced by an authorized service technician when: • The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged • Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled, into the device •...
- Page 4 ™ AC-8CX offers triggering options which allow for control of your system’s start-up and shut-down procedures. With a little planning, your AC-8CX can put control of your home entertainment system at your fingertips. Niles manufactures the industry's most complete line of custom installation com- ponents and accessories for audio/video systems.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION KEY TECHNOLOGIES UNIT DETAILS INSTALLATION OVERVIEW PACKAGE CONTENTS PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM PLANNING YOUR AC CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS NOTES... -
Page 6: Introduction
HDTV-ready coax circuitry provides protection while minimizing signal loss from ™ input to output so images are razor sharp and colors are vivid. Plus, with a full complement of true line diagnostics, and user-friendly one button operation, your AC-8CX puts you in complete control of your system. Model AC-8CX... -
Page 7: Key Technologies
KEY TECHNOLOGIES ™ Three-Stage Circuit Topology — Power Protection for the Real World iPOWER's i3 (instantaneous, impenetrable, and virtually indestructible) circuit topology represents ™ a breakthrough in power protection technology. A three-stage design comprised of Gas Tubes, Metal Oxide Varistors (MOV's) and a proprietary Low-Impedance In-Line Filter, the i3 instantaneous protection. - Page 8 At Niles, we realized early in the development of iPOWER power management chain was in F-connector quality and construction. Your AC-8CX’s F-connectors incorporate six major advances in materials, design and construction that ensure the highest audio and video resolution possible.
- Page 9 Your AC-8CX is equipped with a sophisticated set of line diagnostic indicators. These indicators not only ensure that the AC-8CX is working, but also let you know that the wiring in your house has been installed properly. This is particularly useful in older homes where electrical systems may have been installed at...
- Page 10 ILLUMINATE, DISCONNECT THE UNIT IMMEDIATELY. When illuminated, the LINE OK LED on the AC-8CX indicates that the wall outlet does not have a line problem such as polarity inversion. If the LED does not illuminate, there is a line problem. This is common, especially in older homes.
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Page 11: Unit Details
UNIT DETAILS The AC-8CX features four pairs of premium quality, wall transformer-spaced outlets. Two pairs are Always On, two pairs are Switched on by the power Power Button turns on Switched outlets. Switched LED indicates the status of the Switched outlets. -
Page 12: Installation Overview
• Plan your system and lay out all of the equipment that will be connected to the AC-8CX. • Place the AC-8CX in the location where it will be used, being sure to follow both the safety pre- cautions listed in the front of this manual and the placement recommendations on (page 12). -
Page 13: Package Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS (1) AC-8CX (1) Installation & Operation Guide (1) Quad-shielded RG-6 cables with gold-plated connectors... -
Page 14: Planning Your System
Think about which components need to work together, and place them in close proximity to one another. You may also want to consider putting frequently handled components in the most con- venient locations. By carefully planning the system’s architecture in advance, your AC-8CX can be integrated into any configuration you choose. - Page 15 There should be a clear line of sight between the operator and the unit to allow easy user feedback of system status. The AC-8CX should be placed on a flat, stable shelf or platform or, if desired, can be wall mounted. See the following section for directions on wall mounting.
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Page 16: Planning Your Ac Connections
For the Always On outlets, power will be routed to attached components at all times, regardless of whether the Power Button on the AC-8CX is initiated or not. These outlets are appropriate for any component that has a clock, timer, or that will be used as a master control or triggering unit for the rest of the system. -
Page 17: Making Connections
DBS tuner, or any other device requiring a high quality connection. The premium cable is quad-shielded, has gold-plated F connectors, and will provide superior performance. Be sure to follow the markings on the AC-8CX that indicate IN (from the signal source), and OUT (to the component). Your AC-8CX, equipped with iDefinition technology, will provide protection from virtually all types of electrical surges while preserving the integrity of the source signal. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
• Check that the unit is plugged in and that there is power at the outlet. • Check the AC-8CX’s circuit breaker located by the power cord and reset if necessary. •This indicates that the wall outlet is not properly grounded or possibly another type of line problem. - Page 19 Secure all connections and double-check that the cables are connected to the IN and OUT jacks in the proper way. • Your AC-8CX is equipped with a 15 Amp circuit breaker to pro- vide overload protection. This breaker will allow up to 1800 watts of power to pass through the AC-8CX to your components.
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Page 20: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS AC OUTLETS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS UL 1449 Clamping Rating ...330 Volts (lower value is better) ANSI/IEEE 100 kHz Ring Wave Test ...<40 volts above peak standard line voltage Response time ...Instantaneous [<1 nanosecond (<1 billionth of a second)] Surge Voltage ...Tested to 6,000 Volts Energy dissipation ...1550 Joules Line voltage ...120VAC 15A, 50/60 Hz Peak impulse current ...100,000 Amps... - Page 23 Architecture are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation. iPOWER, i3, iDefinition and Tel: (305) 238-4373 iQ are trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respec- tive owners. Because we constantly strive to improve our products, Niles reserves the right to Fax: (305) 238-0185 change product specifications without notice.
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