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Niles RVL-6 Installation & Operation Manual

Niles RVL-6 Installation & Operation Manual

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  • 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 RVL-6 RVL-6 Modular Multi-Room Controller Infrared Remote Control Speaker Selection, Volume Control, and Infrared Repeater System ®...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CHOOSING THE RVL-6 SYSTEM THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU ....... .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    The RVL-6’s unique modular design enables you to design your system to suit your needs. Each RVL-6 can be configured for up to six rooms, and four RVL-6s can be linked in a single system to control up to 24 rooms. Each room is assigned an insertable room control module (sold separate- ly).

  • Page 4: Features And Benefits

    Teaches Learning Remote Controls its IR Commands All IR commands required to control the RVL-6 can be taught to a learning remote control via the the RVL-6’s teaching IR flasher. This conveniently integrates control of your source components with control of your RVL-6.
  • Page 5 Easy System Expansion Up to four RVL-6’s can be linked to control systems with up to 24 rooms. When linked, Global ALL ON or ALL OFF commands affect the entire system. In addition, IR commands can be routed to common source equip- ment from any of the 24 rooms.

  • Page 6: Getting To Know Your Rvl-6

    Getting To Know Your RVL-6 Because the RVL-6 presents an extensive amount of configuration possibilities it is important to become familiar with all the features and options that are available. A good understanding of the anatomy of the unit will enable you to optimally create, configure and install your system (see Figure 2).

  • Page 7: The Room Control Modules

    • Insert the multi-pin connector of the control module into its assigned socket. There are six sockets total, one for each room module. Viewed from the front of the RVL-6, the first slot on the left is for Room 1, the sec- ond slot is for Room 2, and so on (See Figure 3).

  • Page 8: Making The Connections

    • Most tube-type amplifiers require that they be connected to a load at all times. If using this type of amplifi- er with the RVL-6 you must add an external dummy load by inserting a 150 Ohm five watt resistor across each output of the amplifier (see Figure 5).
  • Page 9 Avoiding Interference • Wires can act as an "antenna" for electrical noise. Locating RVL-6 wires too close to a light dimmer or switch may cause a buzzing or popping sound to be heard through the speakers. If you must locate the RVL-6 wiring near electrical devices, route the wires several feet away from the electrical wiring.
  • Page 10 Connecting to Room IR Sensor/Keypads Using the SENSOR Inputs There are many ways to control your RVL-6 system. Each location may have a different method depending upon the level of control desired. You can choose from Niles hard-wired push-button keypads (RP-6 stock# FG00267 and RP-7 stock# FG00281), Niles IR programmable keypad (IntelliPad stock# FG00634), or Niles IR sensors.
  • Page 11 • Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the connector terminals using the sensor/keypad wiring con- vention (see Figure 9). • Tighten the screws which lock the wire into place. Be certain that the polarity labels on the rear of the RVL-6 are precisely followed.
  • Page 12 FLASHER outputs, the DEDICATED FLASHER output, and the Room 1 control module (see Figure 10). • MODE DIP switches on the rear panel of the RVL-6 enable the blocking of an IR command to two of the locations—the DEDICATED FLASHER output and the Room 1 control module (for more information see Setting the MODE DIP Switches on pages 16 and 17).
  • Page 13 • Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the connector terminals following the IR flasher wire conven- tion (see Figure 13). • Tighten the screws which lock the wire into place. Be certain that the polarity labels on the rear of the RVL-6 are precisely followed.
  • Page 14 • See the Setting the X-10 DIP Switches section on page 16 for details on X-10 control options. Powering Your RVL-6 • The RVL-6 is powered by plugging the 12V DC, 1.2 amp wall adapter (included) into the POWER jack. AC-3 + –...

  • Page 15: Setting The Dip Switches

    Setting the Minimum Impedance The Amplifier Can Safely Drive Setting the IMPEDANCE DIP switches enables the RVL-6 to constantly monitor which pairs of speakers are playing and select the minimum impedance the amplifier can safely drive. This feature not only protects the amplifier, but optimizes the amount of power delivered to each speaker.

  • Page 16: Dip Switch

    The address consists of a house code (A-P) and a unit code (1-16). The command is the function you wish to execute. For more information see Powerline Carrier Controls on page 33. • The RVL-6 implements the X-10 protocol by assigning a house code and unit code to Room 1 (see Figure 19). DIP SWITCH Figure 19 X-10 Protocol.
  • Page 17 IN (see Figure 21). Setting the DEFAULTS DIP Switches The DEFAULTS DIP switches are used to configure various features of the RVL-6. Choosing Rooms That Respond To An ALL ON Command The DIP switches labeled ALL ON enable you to individually configure which rooms will respond to the ALL ON command (see Figure 22).

  • Page 18: Operating Your Rvl-6 System

    Using the ALL OFF Command • Pressing the ALL OFF command will turn off all rooms. • The ALL OFF command can be linked to other RVL-6’s via the UART connector to turn off all rooms system- wide (for more information see page 14).
  • Page 19 • If the RVL-6 front-panel IR sensor is enabled, the IR command it receives is routed to the Room 1control mod- ule. The front panel IR sensor is enabled by the DIP switch labeled E on rear panel of the RVL-6 (see page 18).
  • Page 20 Volume Up and Volume Down keys on the system page of memory. 3. The ALL OFF command of the RVL-6 is taught to the IntelliPad’s Power key on the Press and Hold page of memory (this enables the user to turn all rooms off by pressing and holding the power button for more than one second).

  • Page 21: System Design Basics

    Keep in mind, each RVL-6 can accommodate up to six pairs of speakers. Up to four RVL-6’s can be linked together to control up to 24 pairs of speakers, each with it’s own amp.

  • Page 22: Choosing The Rvl-6 System That Is Right For You

    (stock# FG00242). Whenever a room module is turned on, the 12V DC CONTROL OUT of the RVL-6 triggers the AC-3 which turns on the system. When all of the room modules are turned off, the RVL-6 turns off the AC-3 and the system after a 30 second delay (see Figure 26).

  • Page 23: A Single Zone System Using One Rvl-6

    A Single Zone System Using One RVL-6 A single zone system using one RVL-6 can distribute the audio from one source component, at a given time, to a max- imum of six rooms. You can independently control the on/off and volume level of each room. In addition, you can route IR commands to your source components from any room.
  • Page 24 Speaker Level Distribution • The receiver’s speaker level output is connected to the RVL-6’s AMP input. • All speakers are home run to the RVL-6’s SPEAKER outputs so that the impedance protection circuity of the RVL-6 can accurately match the amplifier’s capability.

  • Page 25: A Single Zone System Using Up To Four Rvl-6S

    A Single Zone System Using Up To Four RVL-6’s A single zone system using up to four RVL-6’s can distribute the audio from one source component, at a given time, to up to 24 separate rooms. You can independently control the on/off and volume level of each room. In addition, you can route IR commands to your source equipment from any room.
  • Page 26 (stock# FG 00001) is recommended to buffer the audio signal. Speaker Level Distribution • The stereo receiver’s speaker level output is connected to the first RVL-6’s AMP input. Each of the remaining amplifiers’ speaker level outputs are connected to their corresponding RVL-6’s AMP input.
  • Page 27 RVL-6 replace those of the stereo receiver. Specific programming instructions are covered in the Operation section (see page 19). Routing Global Commands • The ALL ON and ALL OFF commands that affect the entire system are routed by connecting together all RVL-6 UART connectors (see Figure 32). Controls DATA IN...

  • Page 28: A Multiple Zone System Using Up To Four Rvl-6S

    Unlike a single zone system, a multiple zone system enables each zone to select different sources at a given time. You can create a multiple zone system by adding a dedicated receiver to each RVL-6 used. Up to four zones can be cre- ated, each with a maximum of six rooms, using four RVL-6’s and four dedicated receivers.
  • Page 29 In some cases, a source component’s line level audio output is not strong enough to adequately distribute the audio signal to all the stereo receivers. If so, a Niles ADA-6 line level dis- tribution amplifier (stock# FG00001) is recommended to buffer the signal.
  • Page 30 • IR commands from a room location are home run to its assigned SENSOR input on the RVL-6. • IR commands are routed to the next RVL-6 by cascading from the IR DATA OUT of the first RVL-6 to the IR DATA IN of the next.
  • Page 31 RVL-6 replace those of the stereo receiver. Specific programming instructions are covered in the Operation section (see page 19). Routing Global Commands • The ALL ON and ALL OFF commands that affect the entire system are routed by connecting together all RVL-6 UART connectors (see Figure 37). Figure 37 UART connections.

  • Page 32: A Dual Zone System Using An Ir Repeater System

    A Dual Zone System Using An IR Repeater System A home theater system can be integrated with an RVL-6 system and an additional IR repeater system to create a dual zone system. Each zone can select different sources at a given time enabling you to share audio components. You can independently control the on/off and volume level of each room in either zone.
  • Page 33 • The stereo receiver’s speaker level output is connected to the RVL-6’s AMP input. • Each pair of speakers from a room location are home run to its assigned speaker output on the RVL-6. • The output speaker level of the stereo receiver should be set at the nominal volume setting (the maximum level ever desired in a single room).

  • Page 34: Powerline Carrier Controls

    • IR data from the home theater is routed to its dedicated source components (ie. surround-sound receiver, VCR, DSS, TV, etc.) via an IR repeater system (Niles carries a full-line of IR products). The IR DATA OUT of the IR repeater system’s IR main system unit is connected to the IR DATA IN of the RVL-6.
  • Page 35 • To control the RVL-6 with a powerline carrier wall switch, control panel or remote control you must pur- chase the optional Niles TW-523 (stock# FG00256) powerline carrier interface module. This module plugs into any 120V AC power outlet and receives commands from your powerline carrier transmitters. It com- municates the commands to the RVL-6 through a standard telephone cable with RJ-11 plugs on each end.
  • Page 36 Each wall switch will operate the RVL-6 from the same button position. The starting address will determine whether the first button, second button or the third button controls the RVL-6. You can assign house codes to your lights and appliances different from the RVL-6, so that the All-On and All-Off commands from your pow- erline carrier controllers will turn only the RVL-6 speaker pairs on and off.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting Guidelines

    CAUTION: Unplug 12V DC power before plugging or unplugging any connector. 1) Unplug all SENSOR/KEYPAD connectors Power down the RVL-6 by unplugging 12V DC power supply. Remove all of the SENSOR/KEYPAD connectors. Retest the front-panel controls. • Controls now work: Go to Step 2 •...

  • Page 38: Ir Troubleshooting

    • All room control modules reconnected and front panel controls do not work: Return the RVL-6 to your Niles dealer. IR Troubleshooting There are four basic problems which prevent proper operation of your RVL-6. In the order of probability, the problems are as follows: Bad Connections or Wiring If the connections or wiring are wrong, loose, shorted or open the system will not operate properly.
  • Page 39 5) Replace power supply Either your power supply or your RVL-6 is defective. If you have another 12V DC power supply, first check that it has the same polarity (+ on the tip, GND on the sleeve). Plug the new power supply in and observe the ROOM SELECT LED as you press the ROOM SELECT button.
  • Page 40 8) Test the cable for shorts Disconnect the cable at both ends (at the sensor and at the RVL-6) and test it for shorts. Use an Ohm meter or electrical continuity checker. You should read an open (Infinite Ohms) between Red and Bare, Red and Black or Bare and Black.
  • Page 41 • Poor operation continues: Go to Step 17 17) Sensors in the same room as a flasher? • If you have a sensor in the same room as a flasher or the sensor built-in to the RVL-6 has not been disabled: Go to Step 18 •...
  • Page 42 23) Test Cable for Shorts Disconnect the cable at both ends (at the sensor and at the RVL-6) and test it for shorts. Use an ohm meter or electrical continuity checker. You should read an open (Infinite Ohms) between Red and Bare, Red and Black or Bare and Black.
  • Page 43 32) Test for shorts A) Verify that all connections at the RVL-6 are correct. Look for a hair-like filament of wire between the two contacts. B) Verify that the sensor/keypad connections are correct. Look for a hair-like filament of wire between the two contacts.
  • Page 44 D) Large appliances (air-conditioners, pumps, motors, compressors etc.) E) AC line noise (noise brought into the system via the wall outlet connected to the RVL-6) Identify the EMI source by turning potential sources on and off (or fully up and fully down) and watching for any change in the IR CONFIRM LED on your RVL-6.

  • Page 45: Specifications

    Connectors accommodate wire sizes 14-22 gauge (16 gauge recommended) IR Data Wiring Requirements Individual runs of 2-conductor shielded wire. Connectors accommodate wire sizes 14-22 gauge (Data grade cables such as Niles IR, Belden 8761, Carol C2516 or WestPenn D291 or equivalent are recommended) Overall Dimensions 17"...
  • Page 46 Phone: 305-238-4373 • Fax: 305-238-0185 © 1999 Niles Audio Corporation. All rights reserved. Because Niles continually strives to improve the quality of its products, Niles reserves the right to change product specifications without notice. Niles, the Niles logo, IntelliPad, and Blending High Fidelity and Architecture are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation. MicroFlasher, is a trademark of...

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