Page 2 - Introduction; Required Tools
2 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l Introduction The iPort™ In-Wall Docking System allows an Apple iPod ® to become part of a whole-home audio system, and/or to be used as a source in a variety of local audiosystems. Before installing and using the iPort please read and follow a...
Page 3 - iPod Models Supported; Selecting an Installation Location
3 IW-3 System Box Contents: • (1) iPort In-Wall Docking System (with IR control and balanced audio capability) • (1) iPort Balanced Audio Wallplate • (1) 15V DC Regulated Power Supply IW-4 System (#70004) Capabilities: • All IW-3 capabilities PLUS: • Allows extensive long-distance RS-232 control of ...
Page 4 - iPort Rear-Panel Connections; See
4 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l • The iPort has angled screw mounting holes on both sides that allow it to be installed up against a stud. (See Installing The iPort In A Wall, on page 9.) • Direct sunlight can interfere with IR operation. Avoid installation locations that ar...
Page 5 - The unbalanced audio RJ-45 pin assignment is:
5 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l iPort System Connections — IW-1 / IW-2 See Figure 3 IW-1 and IW-2 systems’ unbalanced audio output is designed for use in a local-zone system where the audio equipment is locat-ed less than 20 feet from the iPort. In IW-1 systems the iPod is c...
Page 6 - right
i P o r t v e r. I W 3a. If the system includes a #70071 or #70072 line- level volume control, set the iPort’s VolumeControl YES/NO switch to the right ( YES) position (volume control in system). 3b. Use 5-conductor twin-shielded wire to connect the volume control to the iPort 5-pin connector block....
Page 7 - The Balanced Audio RJ-45 pin assignment is:; Balanced Audio Connections
7 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l 7. Use a stereo RCA audio cable to connect the iPort Wallplate to a source input on the local-zone audio system. 8. After installing the iPort in the wall (see Installing the iPort in a Wall, page 9), plug the power supply into a wall outlet. ...
Page 8 - left; PC RX
8 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l 3. Set the iPort’s Volume Control YES/NO switch to the left (NO) position (no volume control in system). • The iPort’s volume control circuit will affect all zones in a multi-zone system. It is designed for use only in a local-zone system. 4. ...
Page 9 - Installing the iPort in a Wall
i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l 11. For IW-5 Systems: 11a. Plug the video Cat5 cable’s RJ-45 connectors into the Video jacks on the iPort and the RJ-45 connector on the Video Wallplate, as shown above in Figure 6. 11b. Install the iPort Video Wallplate in an electrical box in ...
Page 10 - Adjusting the iPort for Different iPod
i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l • If you are unsure about obstructions, drill a small hole in the center of the outline and insert a coat hanger wire into the hole to feel-around for possible obstructions. 5. Cut the opening using a drywall saw. 6. Make all cable connections a...
Page 11 - Controlling the iPod in an iPort System
11 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l • When switching-back to iPod models with a Dock Connector that are larger than 30GB, retract the iPort’s center disc backwards by rotating it clockwise until youfeel the first detent (see Figure 9). When these larger models are placed in the...
Page 12 - iPort Status Indication; Factory Default Settings:; * The user can change these settings to any of the 3 illumination; Specifications
12 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l iPort Status Indication The logo on the iPort front panel serves as a status indicator (see Figure 10, on page 12). There are 3 illumination levels: BRIGHT, MEDIUM, and DIM. There is also anOFF setting. Factory Default Settings: • When the iP...
Page 13 - Technical Assistance and Service
13 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l Technical Assistance and Service If you any have questions about the operation or installation of this product, please call our Technical AssistanceDepartment at (800) 582-0772 or (949) 492-7777; from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pacific Time, Monday – ...
Page 14 - EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
14 i P o r t v e r. I W I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l WARRANTY COVERAGE (U.S. ONLY) iPort provides the following coverage for units that fail under normal use and according to these instructions due to a defectin workmanship or materials: For units installed inside a residence, iPort will, at it...