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Niles RCA3 User Manual

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E M O T
RCA3
Remote Control
Anywhere! Kit

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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WARNING - To prevent possible injury, the
following basic safety precautions should be
observed in the installation and use of your
Remote Control Anywhere Kit.
1. Read through the entire manual - Before attempting
any installation, read this manual thoroughly and keep it for
future reference.
2. Avoid contact with all high voltage electrical wiring
and equipment!
3. Keep away from water and moisture - Never use or
install electronic products near water, ie., near a bathtub,
sink, washing machine, in a wet basement, near a swim-
ming pool, or anywhere else the product may be exposed
to water or moisture.
4. Power supply cord protection - Do not run the power
cord where it may be subject to wear or abuse. Do not
allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord which
may damage it.
6. Lightning - It is suggested that you remove the power
supply from the wall if your system will not be used for long
periods of time. Power surges due to lightning strikes may
damage your equipment.
7. Check your local building and electrical codes -
There may be specific requirements regarding running low
voltage in your area.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    E M O T RCA3 Remote Control Anywhere! Kit TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Getting Started Installation System Operation Optional Accessories Running Sensor Cable in New Construction 16 Concealing Sensor Cable in Existing Walls Specifications 22 O N T R O L N Y W H E R E WARNING –...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    E M O T E Introduction The Remote Control Anywhere! Kit enables you to operate your remote con- trolled audio/video equipment from vir- tually any location. Now you can place your audio/video (A/V) components out of sight (behind cabinet doors, in the rear of a room, or in a different room) and still conveniently control your system.
  • Page 3 E M O T E O N T R O L N Y W H E R E Tools Needed • Pencil • Standard screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Wire strippers • Drill (and assorted bits)

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    E M O T E Getting Started While the Remote Control Anywhere! Kit is compatible with most brands of audio/video components, there are a few exceptions. You should perform a temporary hook- up to test for compatibility before you conceal wire or permanently mount any parts.
  • Page 5 E M O T E Step 2 – Connecting the Sensor Cable to the Connection Hub For your convenience, the sensor cable ends have been stripped. Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the removable connector plug (Figure 2), and snap the locking tab down. To help you, the connector plug is keyed.
  • Page 6 E M O T E 1 = Green/White - 12V 2 = Green - DATA 3 = Orange/White - GROUND 4 = Blue - EMPTY 5 = Blue/White - STATUS 6 = Orange - EMPTY 7 = Brown/White - EMPTY 8 = Brown - EMPTY Red = 12V+ Black = Ground...
  • Page 7 E M O T E Step 3 – Connecting the 12VDC In-Line Power Supply “TECH TIP” and MicroFlashers Plug the MicroFlashers into any of the sockets labeled FLASHER OUTPUTS on the connection hub (Figure 5). Plug the connector on the supplied 12VDC power supply into the socket labeled POWER on the connection hub and then plug the wall adapter into a live electrical outlet.
  • Page 8 E M O T E Step 4 – Mounting a MicroFlasher to A/V Components Make sure all of your remote controls have batteries and that they are able to operate the A/V components. Locate a place for the remote control that is within arm’s length of the A/V components, yet cannot directly control them.
  • Page 9 E M O T E Figure 7: Locating IR Sensor supply from the electrical outlet and disconnect the sensor and the MicroFlasher cables from the connection hub (Figure 8). The connection hub can be either mounted on a wall using screws or placed on a shelf using the included adhesive feet (Figure 9).
  • Page 10 E M O T E Figure 9A & B A: Wall mounting B: If you desire to shelf mount the connection hub, stick the included adhesive backed feet on the bottom of the unit and place it on the shelf Figure 9A: Wall-mount placement Use sheetrock screws O N T R O L...
  • Page 11 E M O T E O N T R O L N Y W H E R E Step 6 – Running the Sensor Cable Conceal the sensor cable between the sensor and the connection hub. For specific information refer to “Running Sensor Cable in New Construction”, located on page 16, or “Concealing Sensor Cable in Existing Walls”, located on page 18.
  • Page 12 E M O T E Step 7 – Reconnecting the Connection Hub Reconnect the sensor plug, flashers and power supply as outlined in steps 2, 3 and 4 (Figure 10). That’s it! Now you are ready to control your audio/video equipment from the room you chose.

  • Page 13: System Operation

    E M O T E Normal Operation To control your audio/video components, simply aim your remote control at the table-top sensor. If you are within range (and your remote control’s batteries are fresh), the LED on the sensor will flash a bright blue color each time you press a button on the remote (Figure 11).

  • Page 14: Optional Accessories

    E M O T E Optional Accessories Status Feedback Wall Adapter The sensor features a status feedback LED that glows green whenever your system is on. This is a very useful feature when operating your equipment from a remote location. For this feature to work, your system receiver (or preamp) must have a switched AC outlet and you must purchase the optional Status Feedback 12VDC Wall Adapter (FG00665).
  • Page 15 E M O T E O N T R O L N Y W H E R E Additional Sensors The Remote Control Anywhere! Kit includes one surface mount sensor. The included MSU250 main system unit will accommodate a second IR sensor. Niles makes a variety of sensors for virtually any application.

  • Page 16: Running Sensor Cable In New Construction

    E M O T E O N T R O L N Y W H E R E Running Sensor Cable in New Construction Scheduling and Preparation Plan to schedule the sensor wiring after the electrical wiring is finished. That way you can avoid cable routes which could potentially induce interference over the sensor cable.
  • Page 17 E M O T E O N T R O L N Y W H E R E Safety First! Wear gloves, safety goggles and head protection when drilling. Avoid nails, they ruin bits and they can cause injury. Pay partic- ular attention when using “hole-hogs”...

  • Page 18: Concealing Sensor Cable In Existing Walls

    E M O T E O N T R O L N Y W H E R E Pulling the Cable Whenever you run the cable farther than 4-1/2 feet from a hole in a stud or joist (open attic space, going up walls, etc.), fasten the cable to the joists or studs using cable clamps or appropriately sized cable staples.
  • Page 19 E M O T E O N T R O L N Y W H E R E Exterior walls are different. They must insulate the house from the heat and cold outside, so they are stuffed with insulation. The national building code requires that the hollow wall space in exterior walls be broken by a horizontal stud placed between the vertical studs.
  • Page 20 E M O T E When you don’t have access above or below the wall, try to estimate the existing cable and pipe locations from the positions of electrical outlets and plumbing fixtures on both sides of the wall. Also, take a look at the outside of your house, sometimes a conduit, vent or drain pipe...
  • Page 21 E M O T E O N T R O L When you are dealing with the unknown because of the struc- ture of your home, or with diffi- cult materials to patch the wall, such as plaster, lath and plaster, faux finishes, wallpaper etc., be patient.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    E M O T E Specifications MSU250 IR System Compatible with virtually all brands of remotes using carrier frequencies between 26 and 105kHz. Wiring Requirements Individual home-runs of category 5 cable from each sensor/keypad. Unit Dimensions 5-5/8" wide x 1-1/4" high x 2" deep Power Requirements 12 vDC power supply (included).
  • Page 23 Niles Audio Corporation www.nilesaudio.com ©2004 Niles Audio Corporation. All rights reserved. Niles, the Niles logo, IntelliPad and Blending High Fidelity and Architecture are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation. MicroFlasher is a trademark of Niles 12331 S.W. 130 Street Audio Corporation. Because we strive to improve our products. All other trademarks are the property of their Miami, Florida, 33186 respective owners.
  • Page 24 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 Remote Control Remote Control Anywhere! Anywhere! ™ ™ ® L E N D I N G I G H I D E L I T Y A N D...