Sonance IW-2 Stereo System User Manual
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1. into utility box e When switching back to iPod models with a Dock Connector that are larger than Figure 9 30GB retract the iPort s center disc backwards by rotating it clockwise until you Adjusting the iPort for feel the first detent see Figure 9 When these larger models are placed in the iPod well the spring loaded clamps will rotate out of the way different iPod models Controlling the Pod in an Port System In IW 1 systems the iPod is controlled from its own front panel In IW 2 systems the iPod can also be controlled by an optional 70031 or 70032 IR remote An IR receiver in the iPort relays commands to the iPod through the dock connector For iPods with a Dock Connector that are larger than 30GB For y iPod mini amp In IW 3 systems IR commands from a compatible control system can be sent to the iPods with a Port from the Balanced Audio Wallplate In IW 4 and IW 5 systems compatible that are30GB controllers can send IR commands and RS 232 commands to the iPort from the a Balanced Audio Wallplate These commands are relayed to the iPod through the dock connector Two way communication from the iPod includin2. Figure 5 iPort AA WEE eS Balanced Audio iPort Auxiliary Power Wallplate NU iPort 4 Pin i Connection side view Connector Block 5 HH o ts IG 6 ane E 5 i avdasvd Sj sh ie 2 1 I w I _ q a I Bl I pe ir Cae 1 DOES Tee Q Port pee o a da 134 a I SA e I gt Wallplate EL Io JA SER R a Aux Power ra el sees verso Connector Pi Baro tite Block al a Connect 16 2 Speaker Wire PER J Port ver IW 8 Instruction Manua Figure 6 Cat5 Cable w RJ 45 Connectors IW 5 Balanced Video pe nnection alanced Video a Connections Waliplate iPort y To he Wasiak RJ 45 Video RJ 45 Video Monitor lt Connector Connection Video lt he A Monitor q pH Port 5 Composite Video Cable cane Home tone veses DS0es o front view side view z ERA ate 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
3. Port instruction Manual ver iw W W 2 W3 WA w5 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 audio systems Before installing and using the Port please read and follow all of the instructions in this guide carefully Port System Components and Capabilities This manual covers five Port systems IW 1 IW 5 Each system has different capabilities and includes different components Note Except where noted connections and installation are the same for all five systems IW 1 System 70001 Capabilities e Delivers local zone unbalanced audio from iPod up to 20 feet e Allows for line level volume control requires an optional 70071 or 70072 line level volume control e Charges the iPod while it is docked IW 1 System Box Contents e 1 iPort In Wall Docking System e 1 iPort Unbalanced Audio Wallplate e 1 15V DC Regulated Power Supply IW 2 System 70002 Capabilities e All IW 1 capabilities PLUS e Allows line of sight IR remote control of iPod functions requires optional Port 70031 or 70032 remote control unit or a compatible 3rd party remote IW 2 System Box Contents e 1 Port In Wall Docking System with IR control capability e 1 iPort Unbalanced Audio Wallplate e 1 15V DC Regulated Power Supply IW 3 System 70003 Capabilities e All IW 2 capabilit
4. 141mm high There also must be at least 3 89mm depth within the wall cavity for the iPort and its connections 4 Find the cutout template provided in the iPort packaging Position the template where the iPort is to be located and pencil an outline on the wall Port ver IW 9 Instruction Manua e 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 Cut the opening using a drywall saw Make all cable connections according to Port System Connections above bringing the wires through the wall opening Double check that all the connections are correct Insert the Port utility box into the opening in the wall e First insert the top edge into the opening then rotate the bottom edge into the opening Note The RotoLock system can accommodate a maximum wall material thickness of 178 Hand tighten the two RotoLock screws on the Port utility box see Figure 7 The RotoLock clamps will automatically rotate into position behind the wall and begin clamping the iPort e When you notice resistance on the two screws the Port has been clamped successfully Important NEVER over tighten the RotoLock screws 9 If there are wall studs up against either side of the utility box that prevent the RotoLock clamps from operating secure the box by hand driving a 1 2 6 drywall screw not provided
5. Wallplate as shown above in Figure 6 11b Install the iPort Video Wallplate in an electrical box in the room where the audio equipment is located Important Do not install an iPort Wallplate in the same electrical box as AC house wiring a light switch or any other high voltage device or control The Wallplates can share gang boxes with each other or with other controls such as A B speaker switches infrared receivers and volume controls if these other devices are rated as Class 2 devices according to the National Electrical Code 11c Connect the Video Wallplate to the video monitor or video distribution system as shown above in Figure 6 Note You can use both the S Video and composite video connections simultaneously if required 12 After installing the iPort in the wall see Installing the Port in a Wall below plug the power supply into a wall outlet Installing the Port in a Wall The iPort features an integral RotoLock mounting system for quick mounting directly into existing walls Once the hole is cut and the cables are run you can install the iPort in the wall in a matter of seconds 1 Determine the location for the iPort 2 Perform an obstruction survey to be certain that there are no studs conduit pipes heating ducts or air returns that will interfere with the iPort Note You can mount the iPort directly next to wall studs on either side see Step 9 below 3 The Port cutout is 4 102mm wide x 57 16
6. and volume controls if these other devices are rated as Class 2 devices according to the National Electrical Code 6 Plug the included 15V DC power supply into the Power connector on the Wallplate 7 Use a stereo RCA audio cable to connect the Wallplate to a source input on the audio system 8 If the audio system has a compatible IR control output use a mono 3 5mm mini cable to connect it to the Wallplate s R connector 9 If the audio system has a compatible RS 232 control output connect it to the Wallplate s RS 232 connector The Wallplate accepts a male RJ 11 connector with the following pin configuration Pin 1 PC RX Pin 4 PC TX Pin 2 GND Pin 5 PC RX Pin 3 GND Pin 6 Unused Only one GND pin connection is required Note For complete information about RS 232 connections programming and operation go to www iportmusic com 10 In installations where the Audio Wallplate is located more than 250 feet from the iPort Run a length of 16 2 speaker wire through the wall from the Wallplate s Aux Power 2 pin connector to the Port s Supplemental Power 4 pin connector as shown below in Figure 5 The connector has two parallel sets of terminals you can use either set This will avoid performance degradation caused by a loss of DC voltage over wire runs longer than 250 feet
7. 0 feet from the iPort In addition to being controlled from its front panel and by an optional 70031 or 70032 IR remote control the iPod in IW 3 systems can be controlled by non line of sight IR control devices In IW 4 and IW 5 systems the iPod can also be controlled by RS 232 control devices with 2 way communication including iPod metadata Figure 4 IW 3 IW 4 amp IW 5 Long Distance Balanced Audio Connections Cat5 Cable w RJ 45 Connectors DB 9 Connector RS 232 6 Pin RJ 11 iy Cable Connector RS 232 o Controller o To P Wallplate Port RJ 45 st E RE Connector dh ereo Jus E T DUE Connection ue lt RCA Cable gt 2 5 CI System gm lt gt Min A 1 SiPort ini Plug 9 IFOr From nd aj o IR o Controller J Supplemen mer rome TE to front view iPort side view 02889 veses o Wall A gege riti outlet Balanced Audio id Wallplate 15V DC Power Supply 1 Before making connections run a length of Cat5 cable through the wall from the Port location to the Port Wallplate location e Find a location for the Balanced Audio Wallplate that is near both the audio system and a source of AC power e For IW 5 systems Find a location for the B
8. Supply I Pin 1 R ch from VCLL to Port i EN T From 1 Pin 2 L ch from VCLL to Port ED 2 iPort iPort l Pin 3 Ground i riam NO 1 i Pin 4 R ch from iPort to VCLL i LIVC 5 Pin l 1 l 1 Before making connections run a length of Cat5 cable through the wall from the iPort location to the iPort Wallplate location e Find a location for the Wallplate that is near both a source of AC power and the local zone audio system 2 Install RJ 45 connectors on both ends of the Cat5 cable as explained in the Cat5 RJ 45 Cable Wiring sidebar on page 6 The unbalanced audio RJ 45 pin assignment is Pin 1 Data Receive Pin5 Audio Right Pin 2 Data Transmit Pin 6 Unused Pin 3 Audio Left Pin 7 Ground Pin 4 Unused Pin 8 15V 5 Instruction Manua 3a If the system includes a 70071 or 70072 line level volume control set the iPort s Volume Control 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 To avoid noise connect the wires as shown in Figure 3 The volume control connector pin assignments are Pin 1 R ch line level audio from volume control to iPort Pin 2 L ch line level audio from volume control to iPort Pin 3 Ground Pin 4 R ch line level audio from iPort to volume control Pin 5 L ch line level audio from Port to volume control Note Do not use Cat5 wire to make these con
9. alanced Video Wallplate that is near the video monitor Run a second Cat5 cable through the wall from the iPort location to the Balanced Video Wallplate location Maximum length for the video Cat5 cable is 250 feet 2 Install RJ 45 connectors on both ends of the Cat5 cables as explained in the Cat5 RJ 45 Cable Wiring sidebar on page 6 The Balanced Audio RJ 45 pin assignment is The Balanced Video RJ 45 pin assignment is Pin 1 Data Receive Pin 5 Audio Right Pin 1 B Video Pin 5 S Video Y Pin 2 Data Transmit Pin 6 Audio Right Pin 2 B Video Pin6 S Video Y Pin3 Audio Left Pin 7 Ground Pin 3 S Video C Pin 7 Ground Pin 4 Audio Left Pin8 15V Pin 4 S Video C Pin 8 15V 3 Set the Port s Volume Control YES NO switch to the left NO position no volume control in system e 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 Plug the audio Cat5 cable s RJ 45 connectors into the Audio jack on the Port and the RJ 45 connector on the Audio Wallplate 5 Install the iPort Audio Wallplate in an electrical box in the room where the audio equipment is located Important Do not install an iPort Wallplate in the same electrical box as AC house wiring a light switch or any other high voltage device or control The Wallplates can share gang boxes with each other or with other controls such as A B speaker switches infrared receivers
10. balanced NTSC video from iPod photo players to the Video Wallplate RJ 45 Audio Connection Connects to the Port Audio Wallplate via Cat5 cable Transmits balanced or unbalanced audio to the Wallplate receives IR from and transmits receives RS 232 control data to and from the Balanced Audio Wallplate receives 15V DC power from the Wallplate Volume Control YES NO switch In the left NO position audio is routed directly to the RJ 45 Audio Connection in the right YES position audio is routed in and out through the 5 Pin Screw Connector see below 5 Pin Screw Connector Connects to an optional 70071 or 70072 Line Level Volume Control providing volume control in local zone systems see above 4 Pin Screw Connector Connects to the Aux Power connector on the Audio Wallplate Allows the use of large gauge wire to minimize power supply voltage loss ca in installations where the Wallplate is locat YES NO ed more than 250 feet from the iPort Switch Note The 4 Pin connector has two parallel sets of Supplemental Power connections E 4 Pin Screw You can use either set Connector In addition to the above connections the i er power rear panel also has two RotoLock clamps When properly tightened the RotoLock clamps hold the iPort firmly on the mount ing surface See Installing the iPort in a Wall page 9 Figure 2 iPort Utility Box Connections RJ 45 Audio Connection RJ 45 Video Connection 5 Pin Sc
11. ed the iPort will return to the Factory Default Settings Specifications Frequency Response 20Hz 20kHz 0 25dB 500 ft Cat5 THD Noise lt 0 015 20Hz 20kHz 500 ft Cat5 Signal to Noise gt 90dB A wtd 500 ft Cat5 Maximum signal input 1 5V RMS Power supply 15V DC regulated Dimensions W x H x D 49 x 65 16 x 3Y2 121mm x 160mm x 89mm Cutout Dimensions W x H 4 x 57 6 102mm x 141mm Instruction Manua Technical Assistance and Service If you any have questions about the operation or installation of this product please call our Technical Assistance Department at 800 582 0772 or 949 492 7777 from 7 a m to 5 p m Pacific Time Monday Friday If your iPort should need repair or service contact your Port Authorized Dealer for help or use the following procedure 1 Prior to calling note the product s model number serial number purchase date and the name and address of the dealer where you purchased the product 2 Contact our Technical Assistance Department at the above number s and describe the problem the unit is experiencing If applicable they will issue a Return Authorization Number IMPORTANT YOU MUST HAVE PRIOR AUTHORIZATION TO RETURN YOUR Port 3 If you re directed to return the unit to iPort for repair pack the unit in its original shipping carton If needed you can obtain replacement packaging from us for a small charge Note it is best if you place the bo
12. g iPod metadata non program information such as song titles is available in IW 4 and IW 5 systems with RS 232 capability Rotate Disc IR Control Notes eiPort IR codes for universal remotes can be downloaded from www iportmusic com At press time supported formats are RTI Phillips Pronto style and Universal Electronics UEI Check the web site www iportmusic com for the most up to date information e Third generation iPod models only respond to the following IR commands Play Pause Next Song and Previous Song For iPort remote control commands please see the instruction manual accompanying the remote RS 232 Control Notes e When the RS 232 control mode is active the controls on the iPod will not operate the iPod interface is disabled e When the RS 232 control mode is active the iPod will only respond to the following IR control codes Play Pause Next Track Previous Tracl e In IW 5 systems iPod photo features cannot be controlled in the RS 232 control mode The iPod must be taken out of the RS 232 control mode the photo features can then be controlled from the iPod s front panel controls The iPod must be put back into the RS 232 control mode to control other functions e When the RS 232 control mode is active if the iPod is placed in the dock while in the Play mode it will automatically enter the Pause mode This is due to the iPod protocol The installer or programmer may wish to set the RS 232 co
13. ies PLUS e Delivers long distance balanced audio from iPod up to 500 feet Required Tools The following tools are required to install the iPort e 2 Phillips screwdriver e Wire cutters and wire strippers e RJ 45 cable crimp tool and modular connectors e Sheet rock saw if retrofitting in an existing wall e Small flat head screwdriver if using an optional line level volume control e Allows extensive long distance IR control of iPod functions via Wallplate IR connection requires compatible 3rd party controller Instruction Manua IW 3 System Box Contents e 1 iPort In Wall Docking System with IR control and balanced audio capability e 1 iPort Balanced Audio Wallplate e 1 15V DC Regulated Power Supply IW 4 System 70004 Capabilities e All IW 3 capabilities PLUS e Allows extensive long distance RS 232 control of iPod functions with 2 way communication requires compatible 3rd party controller IW 4 System Box Contents e 1 iPort In Wall Docking System with IR control balanced audio and RS 232 capability 1 iPort Balanced Audio Wallplate 1 RS 232 Cable RJ 11 to DB 9 connections e 1 15V DC Regulated Power Supply IW 5 System 70005 Capabilities e All IW 4 capabilities PLUS e Delivers long distance balanced video from iPod photo players IW 5 System Box Contents e 1 iPort In Wall Docking Sys
14. is warranty shall not apply if 1 Damage to the unit was caused by accident abuse or misuse 2 The unit was opened modified or repaired by unauthorized personnel or 3 The unit was not used as outlined in the operating instructions EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS The warranty set forth above is in lieu of all other warranties express or implied of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose or otherwise The warranty is limited to iPort products registered herein and specifically excludes any damage to loudspeakers and other allied or associated equipment which may result for any reason from use with this product iPort shall in no event be liable for incidental or consequential damages arising from any breach of this warranty or otherwise This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state 2005 Dana Innovations All rights reserved iPort and RotoLock are trademarks of Dana Innovations Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc Port ver IW 14 Instruction Manua iPort ver IW 15 Instruction Manual o Port san clemente ca 888 45 iPort www iportmusic com 33 3873 05 06
15. n 2 Green Solid them flat Pin 3 Orange Stripe Arrange them as Pin 4 Blue Solid o RA Pin 5 Blue Stripe shown in the dia Pin 6 Orange Solid gram Pin 7 Brown Stripe 4 Trim the ends of AE the individual wires to 2 in length making sure that they are even with each other Flatten the wires against each other leaving no space between them 5 Hold the RJ 45 connector clip side down and insert the Cat5 wire ends firmly into the connector Make sure that all the wires are flat all the way to the very front of the con nector 6 Re confirm that the color orientation matches the diagram and that cable jacket fits against the connector stop 7 Firmly crimp the RJ 45 connector with the crimp tool Confirm that the connector is crimped firmly and that all the wires are flat right up against the front of the connec tor If even one of these wires is incorrect cut the connec tor off the cable and repeat steps 2 7 with a new RJ 45 connector 6 Instruction Manua 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 Port System Connections MES IW 4 MS See Figure 4 IW 3 IW 4 and IW 5 systems have balanced audio output that is designed for use in audio systems where the audio equipment is located up to 50
16. nections This wire carries high imped ance unbalanced line level audio and must be twin shielded to avoid noise Two stan dard stereo RCA audio cables with the ends removed will also work for this application 4 Plug the RJ 45 connectors into the Audio jack on the Port and the RJ 45 jack on the Wallplate Install the Unbalanced Audio Wallplate in an electrical box in the room where the audio equipment is located Important Do not install the Port Wallplate in the same electrical box as AC house wiring a light switch or any other high voltage device or control The Wallplate can share gang boxes with other iPort Wallplates or with controls such as A B speaker switches infrared receivers and vol ume controls if these other devices are rated as Class 2 devices according to the National Electrical Code Plug the included 15V DC power supply into the Power connector on the Port Wallplate Cat5 RJ 45 Cable Wiring All RJ 45 cables used in Port installations must be wired according to the T568A Straight Through Standard with cables wired identically at both ends To prepare Cat5 RJ 45 cables for iPort installations 1 Pull the Cat5 wire through the wall between the desired locations 2 Use a stripper or knife to strip about 1 of the cable jacket off each end of the wire e Be careful not to nick any of the individual wires 3 Untwist the wire airs and spread EE Pin 1 Green Stripe a Pi
17. ntrol system to automatically send a Play command to return the iPod to the last playing song when it is inserted in the dock For RS 232 commands and programming information please go to www iportmusic com For RS 232 commands and programming information please go to www iportmusic com Port 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 an OFF setting Factory Default Settings e When the Port is first installed the LED illuminates DIM for 2 minutes then turns OFF e When an iPod is inserted in the iPort the LED illuminates BRIGHT for 2 minutes then turns OFF e When the iPod is removed from the iPort the LED illuminates DIM for 2 minutes then turns OFF The user can change these settings to any of the 3 illumination levels via RS 232 or either model Port remote Figure 10 Port Status Indicator Status Indicator es 4 x 1 1 1 amo All ON Mode The installer or user can defeat the 2 minute turn off function the LED will operate as above but will not turn OFF after 2 minutes via RS 232 or either model iPort remote All OFF Mode The installer or user can turn the LED OFF in all modes via RS 232 or either model iPort remote Note If power to the iPort is lost or the power supply is disconnect
18. rew Connector for Line Level Volume Control 4 Instruction Manua Port System Connections MET 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 controlled only from its front panel in IW 2 systems the iPod can be controlled from its front panel or from an optional 70031 or 70032 IR remote control or compatible 3rd party remote Figure 3 IW 1 amp IW 2 Local Zone Cat5 RJ 45 Cable Pin 5 L ch from iPort to VCLL Connector Block i Volume RJ 45 System Connections Volume M a ON OFF Connector Switch Local Zone Amplifier Line Level e Volume Control Wallplate optional d U RJ 45 o Connector Twin Shielded H From To side view 5 Conductor ja H Speaker Line 4 Cable Eg a Outputs Inputs P p iPort E elf e FZ Unbalanced U q Pe Audio i 1 front view Wallplate i age E A 1 iPort 5 Pi 1 1 I IPort 9 PIn t rig I Connector Block i 1 Cable I From iVC To iVC 1 I 4 TF 1 To BG 4 712345 ouiet 0909809 es ae a gt 4 RI RI i VOLUME CONTROL 1 vell Allis i ma WIRING l LEa Power
19. tem with IR control balanced audio balanced video and RS 232 capability e 1 iPort Balanced Video Wallplate e 1 iPort Balanced Audio Wallplate e 1 RS 232 Cable RJ 11 to DB 9 connections e 1 15V DC Regulated Power Supply IPod Models supported All iPort IW systems can be used with the following iPod models iPod photo iPod mini 4th Generation iPod with Click Wheel 3rd Generation iPod with touch wheel and buttons See Adjusting the iPort for Different iPod Models on page 10 selecting an Installation Location The iPort is designed for installation and use in normal interior environments When selecting an installation location for the iPort please consider the following e The Port is not waterproof nor is it water resistant Do not install the Port outside or in a humid or wet environment e The Port cutout is 4 102mm wide x 5 16 141mm high There also must be at least 3 2 89mm depth within the wall cavity for the iPort and its connections Port ver IW 3 Instruction Manual e 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 e Direct sunlight can interfere with IR operation Avoid installation locations that are in direct sunlight a portion of the day Port RearPanel Connections See Figure 2 RJ 45 Video Connection Connects to the Port Video Wallplate by Cat5 cable Transmits balanced or un
20. through the angled hole on the side of the chassis and into the wall stud see Figure 7 Important Do not over tighten the drywall screw 10 Attach the iPort face to the utility box see Figure 8 e Fit the track on the bottom of the rear chassis into the groove formed by the two angled capacitors on the underside of the Figure 8 circuit board at the bottom of the iPod face Attaching the face e Slide the face into the chassis until it fits snugly into place to the utility box Adjusting the Port for Different iPod Models The iPort can accommodate the following iPod models iPod photo iPod mini 4th Generation iPod with Click Wheel 3rd Generation iPod with touch wheel and buttons From the factory it is set up for any iPod model with a Dock Connector that is larger than 30GB To adjust the iPort for the iPod mini and other iPods with a Dock Connector that are 30GB or smaller extend the Port s center disc for ward by rotating it counter clockwise until you feel the first detent see Figure 9 on page 11 Spring loaded clamps at the bottom of the iPod well will hold these smaller models in place Fit groove onto raised track then slide face Figure 7 Attaching the utility box to a wall If mounted next to a stud insert a 1 6 drywall screw here s RotoLock screw
21. x into an additional outer overcar ton before shipment to minimize a chance of theft in shipment Please include a copy of the original bill of sale inside the package 4 Contact a package delivery service such as United Parcel Service or Federal Express to arrange prepaid not collect ship ping Do not use the U S Postal Service IMPORTANT Freight collect shipments will be refused 5 Write the Return Authorization Number on the outside of the shipping carton 6 Ship the packaged unit to Quality Assurance Department iPort 212 Avenida Fabricante San Clemente CA 92672 7531 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 defect in workmanship or materials For units installed inside a residence iPort will at its option and at no charge repair or replace the components of such unit that prove to be defective for a period of one year from the date or purchase For units installed inside non residential locations iPort will at its option and at no charge repair or replace the components of such unit that prove to be defective for a period of six months from the date of purchase For this warranty to be effective the bill of sale must show that the unit was purchased from an Authorized iPort Dealer and must list the price paid This warranty shall apply exclusively to the original purchaser Furthermore th
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