Niles 8 - Manual

4 • Backlight Key – Pressing the Backlight Key (located on the upper left corner of the Tabletop Remote) will illuminate all the keys to enable complete control of the systemin dark rooms. • Function Keys – The thirty-two Function Keys include the numeric, menu, transport, mute, volume, and channel ...

6 required). Before beginning to program the system, it is recommended that a Niles IRSensor be connected to the MSU’s “Home Theater IR” port and each of the flasherlevel adjustments be set using the components’ original remote controls. 1C. Selling the System Selling Automated Home Theater Systems ...

7 When the user presses any Master Key, the IntelliControl’s microprocessor checks thepower status of each component and synchronizes the system to the end user’s desiresby issuing only the necessary power commands. No matter what their previous on or offstates, the IntelliControl will know exactly ...

10 1D. Comparison of Home Theater Control Systems Figure 8 System Comparison

11 Power Syncronization and ComponentCompatibility 2A. Power Syncronization Infrared Turn On/Off Requires “Sync” Every component which requires an infrared command to turn “On” or “Off” must besynced to the IntelliControl. Based on the “sync status” of the selected component, theIntelliControl will ...

12 For some components, it may be useful to turn them on and off with a Niles AC-6+triggered by one of the three relay voltages (“Audio”, Video”, or “Assignable”). You couldelect to turn on and off a latching power CD player via the Assignable Relay if youspecified an AC-6+ to power it on and off. W...

15 Each Sync Connection on the Main System Unit Corresponds to a ParticularMaster Key on the Tabletop Remote The labels typically represent the sources of a system. Master Keys 1 through 7 featureboth “12V” and “Video” sync capabilities, Master Key 8 features only “12V” sync, butMaster Keys 9 and 10...

16 Once Again: Remember the Exception Since the IntelliControl will be programmed to turn on the TV Monitor whenever a videoMaster Key is pressed, there are a special set of sync connectors dedicated to the TV andare unrelated to any of the other Master Keys. Likewise, the Preamp/Receiver has its ow...

17 The following procedure will help you determine if the component you are using is has“A/B” codes: 1. Standing in front of the component, issue the “Power” command to turn it on. This will theoretically issue the “A” version of the “Power” command. 2. Next, completely cover the front of the remote...

21 Chapter 3 Programming Capabilities 3A. Pages, Keys, and Sequences Designing and programming an IntelliControl system requires that you have an intimateunderstanding of how the IntelliControl functions. This way you can sell the systemproperly (and not embarrass yourself by making unrealistic prom...

22 An Address For Every IR Command Every command you want the IntelliControl to issue must be stored to a memory address(including commands that are only issued as steps in a sequence). Every memoryaddress is composed of two parts, the “Key” you are pressing, and the “Page” you are onwhen that “Key”...

23 Therefore, you could first program the “Play” key on the “VCR” page with the VCR’s“Play” Function Key IR command (which plays the VCR), then you could program thesame key to issue a sequence consisting of two steps - the VCR’s “Play” command,followed by the LIGHTS “Dim” command. Note: Each actual...

24 look to that memory address location on the “Default” page of memory to see if a“Function Key IR” command (or a “Function Key Sequence”) is stored there. If there isinformation programmed to that particular address on the “Default” page, the IntelliControlwill issue whatever code (or sequence of ...

25 Sony 369 Yamaha 378 The addition of the second chip gives far more capacity than needed (it essentially givesthe memory the capacity to store more than 1200 IR codes, when there are onlyaddresses to store 416). The IntelliFile II software will indicate that you are out of memorywhen the text desc...

26 Sync Snapshot As soon as a Master Key (or the “System Off” Key) is pressed, and before any commandsare issued, the IntelliControl MSU takes a “Sync Snapshot” of all the sync ports on theMSU. By taking this “Snapshot”, the MSU is essentially taking inventory (roll call!) todetermine exactly which ...

28 Typically, “Play”, “Digit” commands (used to select the users favorite channel), andoccasionally “Stop” commands (for other components in the system) are included in the“Ending Sequence”. 3E. Master Keys: Part 2 - Special Features Automation Bypass for Manually Adjusted Features Additionally, you...

30 For all of the other Master Keys with higher numbers (out of the IntelliControl’s tenpossibilities) which will automatically turn on the shared source component, choose“Separate On/Off”. Even though the component only features a single “Toggle” power command, thistechnique will enable us to trick...

32 input every time . If the anchor is not 100% reliable, you will have to resort to using the “Input Manager” method. Input Manager – For Components with only a Single “Input Toggle” Command This is the least desirable type of preamp, television monitor, or projector to automate.Using the “Input Ma...

34 Those devices which draw more current than the IntelliControl can supply should betriggered by a wall adapter or power supply of adequate capacity routed through thecontact closures. Note: The contact closures are rated to a maximum of 30 volts AC or DC with a maximum current of 1 amp. Also Note:...

35 Volume Reset The “Volume Reset” feature enables you to configure the system to automatically lowerthe volume to minimum and raise it to any desired level when the “System Off” key ispressed. Note: This feature will only work if the Preamp’s “Volume Up” and “Volume Down”commands are taught to the ...

37 Chapter 4 Integrating the IntelliControl ® with IR Repeater Systems 4A. Using Your Original Remote Controls via an IR Repeater System If the components are not in the direct line of sight of the user, the original componentremote controls will be inconvenient to operate. The IntelliControl MSU ha...

38 Zone IR” input will not be passed to the flasher outputs dedicated to the “Preamp”, the“TV”, or through flasher outputs “9“ or “10”. Figure 11 The ”IR Data” output of the IR Main System Unit (IRP/IRZ) is routed to the “Second Zone IR” input of the IntelliControl MSU. IR commands received at this ...

41 Chapter 5 Installing the IntelliControl ® Home Theater Automation System. Step-by-Step Installation of a New System 1. Connect, Power Up, and Test The Home Theater Make sure that all components work with their factory supplied IR remotes and that allplanned input/output connections are correct. I...

42 by hand. If you wish to change an installed label, use a knife to gently pry the labelprotector off the key. e. To operate multiple IntelliControls within one house, you must change the “Unit ID” setting. The Tabletop Remote transmits a “Unit ID” with each RF command. There are16 possible “Unit I...

43 to attenuate the antenna’s signal by placing a variable attenuator between the MSU’sF-connector and the antenna. Note: Radio Shack offers a variable RF attenuator which works very well with the IntelliControl. (RS15-578) No LED lights = Indicates that the RF signals are not being transmitted from...

44 Figure 12 Labeling Cables 7. Flasher Level Check Your flasher levels should be tested and adjusted using an Niles IR Sensor connected tothe IntelliControl’s “Home Theater IR” port before programming begins. Note: Test each flasher and its level one at a time, with all other flashers unplugged.Con...

45 8. The IR/RF Test LED The RF test LED may be plugged into an IR flasher output to determine if the jack (orthe flasher driver circuitry) is working properly. The Test LED should light red whencommands are issued from the remote and output via that port. The Test LED may alsobe plugged into the ja...

46 Specifications The IntelliControl Tabletop Remote RF Carrier Frequency : 418 MHz RF Range : Up to 100 feet Backlighting Battery Life : 60 hours continuously lit RF Command Battery Life : 100,000 commands Batteries : 3 “D” size batteries (not included) Overall Dimensions : 7" wide x 5 " hi...