Page 2 - II; Thank you for choosing the; WS110R Wall-Mount Infrared Remote Sensor; TABLE OF CONTENTS
II CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for choosing the WS110R Wall-Mount Infrared Remote Sensor from Niles. With proper installation and operation, you should enjoy years of trouble-free use. Niles manufactures the industry’s most complete line of custom installation components and accessories for audio/vid...
Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; style IR sensor designed for use with the Niles infrared; CONTENTS; • Decora Insert
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 1 INTRODUCTION The Niles WS110R is a wall-mount, Decora ® style IR sensor designed for use with the Niles infrared extender systems.Installed in a remote room location, the WS110R receives the IR commands transmitted from your existing hand-held remotes in th...
Page 4 - FEATURES AND BENEFITS
2 FEATURES AND BENEFITS The WS110R offers a number of improvements over other wall-mount IR sensors. • Plasma and LCD-proof performance— allows placement of the WS110R near plasma and LCD displays• CFL interference resistant— expands installation flexibility to areas with fluorescent lighting• Works u...
Page 5 - INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS; TOOLS REQUIRED
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 3 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS The WS110R is a Decora-style module and is designed to use standard Decora-style cover plates and mounting hardware. Decora cover plates (up to 6-gang) with color-matched plate screws are available from your Niles dealer. TOOLS R...
Page 6 - RECEIVING RANGE AND PICKUP ANGLE
4 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ( CONTINUED) RECEIVING RANGE AND PICKUP ANGLE The receiving range of the WS110R will vary according to the IR output strength of the remote control being used. Remote strength varies among brands depending on the number and size of batteries used, and how many IR emitte...
Page 7 - AVOIDING INTERFERENCE
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 5 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ( CONTINUED) the WS110R. If you must locate the WS110R near electrical devices, install it in a separate metal electrical box, ground the box to the electrical system ground, and route the WS110R cable several feet away from all ...
Page 8 - 2V DC Power Supply; Figure 1
6 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ( CONTINUED) Niles IR Flasher MSU250 WS110 IR Sensor Stereo Receiver 12V DC power sup- ply (supplied with the MSU250 Main System Unit) plugged into an unswitched AC outlet powers the system 12V DC Power Supply (Not Supplied) plugged into the Switched Outlet Niles Stock#...
Page 9 - Figure 2
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 7 (a) Electrical Box(b) CAT 5 cable(c) WS110 IR Receiver (supplied)(d) Snap-on Color Insert (supplied)(e) Device Screws (2 supplied)(f) Decora Faceplate (supplied)(g) Faceplate Screws (2 supplied) b d c e e f g g a Figure 2 WS110R Parts Guide INSTALLATION CON...
Page 10 - CHANGING THE COLOR OF THE WS110R; If you need to change the color of the WS110R:; Removing the; Do not exert excessive pressure on the plastic mounting tabs.
8 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ( CONTINUED) CHANGING THE COLOR OF THE WS110R The Decora-style insert on the WS110R is removable, allowing fast and easy color changes as needed. Inserts are available in a variety of colors. If you need to change the color of the WS110R: 1. Obtain the WS110R Decora-sty...
Page 11 - USING THE WS110R WITH THE INTELLIPAD CI SYSTEM.; Figure 4
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 9 Figure 4 This color code is based on the industry standard T568A coding for the RJ45 connector. When connecting the WS110R to the Niles Ci system observe this pin configuration. INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ( CONTINUED) USING THE WS110R WITH THE INTELLIPAD C...
Page 12 - INSTALLATION; holes on the removable connector plug.; INTELLIPAD WIRING
10 INSTALLATION If you are installing the WS110R into an existing wall, take time to consider any possible obstructions which may be hidden inside the wall, such as wood or metal studs, electrical, telephone or other types of wiring, plumbing, AC or heating conduit, etc. 1. Locate the connector plug...
Page 13 - OPERATION; GREEN “POWER STATUS” LED; When the WS110R is correctly connected (as shown in; BLUE “FLASH-BACK” LED; Figure 5; Installing the Connector
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 11 I OPERATION Operation of the WS110R is simple. Stand within the operational range of your WS110R. Aim your hand-held remote at the WS110R and press the button for the desired command. Your IR command is instantly repeated to your A/V equipment. GREEN “POWE...
Page 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING; • Neon or halogen lights in the room.
12 TROUBLESHOOTING This manual contains instructions for the WS110R only. For specific information on the adjustment and operation of your Niles infrared extender system, please refer to the instruction manual included with your Niles IR main system unit (MSU140, MSU250, MSU480, MSU440Z). The bi-colo...
Page 15 - ELIMINATING OPTICAL FEEDBACK; and covering all flashers with the supplied IR blocking covers.; IDENTIFYING THE TYPE OF INTERFERENCE
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 13 TROUBLESHOOTING ( CONTINUED) ELIMINATING OPTICAL FEEDBACK In some installations, two conditions combine to create an optical feedback loop. Symptoms can include: poor range, intermittent operation or no operation. The conditions which sometimes combine to ...
Page 16 - Optical Interference; IR TEST LED ON OR FLICKERING:; Electromagnetic Interference
14 TROUBLESHOOTING ( CONTINUED) IR TEST LED OFF: Optical Interference IR TEST LED ON OR FLICKERING: Electromagnetic Interference EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE) Identify the source of the interference. The most common sources of electromagnetic interference are listed in the Installation Consider...
Page 17 - SPECIFICATIONS; Individual home-runs of CAT 5 cable
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 15 SPECIFICATIONS IR System Compatible with virtually all brands of remotes using carrier frequencies of 38 kHz, 40 kHz and 56 kHz IR Receiving Range Varies depending on remote strength; Typically 20 to 35’ IR Receiving Angle 60° off-axis (horizontal and vert...
Page 18 - LIMITED WARRANTY
16 LIMITED WARRANTY Niles Audio Corporation (“NILES”) warrants its active products (those requiring AC or battery power) to the original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase. This Warranty is subject to the followin...
Page 19 - WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI 17 De ta ch h er e an d re tu rn to : N ile s Au di o Co rp or at io n W ar ra nt y Re gi st ra tio n De pt . P .O . B ox 1 60 81 8 M ia m i, Fl or id a 33 11 6- 08 18 WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD Model Purchased __________________________________ Serial Number...
