Niles Audio MS110 Switch User Manual
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1. may splice the MS110 cable to another cable by soldering or crimping the connections 4 Connect the MS110 cable to the main system unit Strip 1 4 of insulation from the end of each wire Tightly twist the end of each wire until there are no frayed ends Insert the end of 9 each wire into the appropriate hole on the main system units screwless connector Figure 2 and snap the locking tab down To help you the connector plug is keyed Insert the smooth side of the connector plug into the smooth side of the socket Don t force the scalloped side of the connector plug into the smooth side of the socket 6 Secure the MS110 by tightening the hex nut DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN Tools Required e 1 8 Standard Slotted Screwdriver e Adjustable wrench or pliers e Wire Stripper NOTE Do not install the MS110 next to a light dimmer OPERATION Operation of the MS110 is straightforward Simply aim your hand held remote at the MS110 Your IR command is instantly repeated to your A V equipment 10 TROUBLESHOOTING This manual contains instructions for the MS110 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 IntelliControl 1 Test the remote control s by operating the A V equipment directly Replace the batteries if needed 2 Double check the cab2. NG BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGE CAUSED BY ACCIDENT MISHANDLING IMPROPER INSTALLATION ABUSE NEGLIGENCE OR NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR OR ANY DEFECT CAUSED BY REPAIR TO THE PRODUCT BY ANYONE OTHER THAN NILES OR AN AUTHORIZED NILES DEALER TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE TAKE THE UNIT TO THE NEAREST AUTHORIZED NILES DEALER WHO WILL TEST THE PRODUCT AND IF NECESSARY FORWARD IT TO NILES FOR SERVICE IF THERE ARE NO AUTHORIZED NILES DEALERS IN YOUR AREA YOU MUST WRITE TO NILES AND INCLUDE YOUR NAME MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR UNIT ALONG WITH A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE PROBLEM A FACTORY RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER WILL BE SENT TO YOU DO NOT RETURN ANY UNIT WITHOUT FIRST RECEIVING WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS FROM NILES IF THE ABOVE CONDITIONS ARE MET THE PURCHASER S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE TO RETURN THE PRODUCT TO NILES IN WHICH CASE NILES WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE AT ITS SOLE OPTION THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT WITHOUT CHARGE FOR PARTS OR LABOR NILES WILL RETURN A UNIT REPAIRED OR REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY BY SHIPPING SAME BY ITS USUAL SHIPPING METHOD FROM THE FACTORY ONLY AT ITS EXPENSE WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER PURCHASER NILES SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FO
3. R NILES BLENDING HIGH FiDELITY AND ARCHITECTURE Niles Audio Corporation 12331 S W 130 Street Miami Florida 33186 1 305 238 4373 1 800 BUY HIFI www nilesaudio com 2007 Niles Audio Corporation All rights reserved Niles the Niles logos Microflashers and Blending High Fidelity and Architecture are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners DS00562A INSTALLATION If you are installing the MS110 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 conduits old wall safes etc 1 Determine a mounting location for the MS110 Select a location where you will have access to the rear of the MS110 after it is installed This will allow you to securely tighten the MS110 to the mounting surface using the supplied hardware 2 Drill a 1 2 hole where the MS110 will be mounted 3 Run the MS110 s IR cable Label the cable for future reference The MS110 is supplied with 10 of pre stripped IR cable The IR cable may be shortened or lengthened as needed If you want to make the MS110 s cable shorter use a pair of wire cutters to cut the cable to the desired length The IR cable may be lengthened by splicing it to a recommended IR cable See Installation Considerations Type of Cable You
4. R ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED OR PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE FOR THE NAME OF YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED NILES DEALER CONTACT NILES AUDIO CORPORATION P O BOX 160818 MIAMI FLORIDA 33116 0818 Please fill in your product information and retain for your records Model Purchase Date Serial No INSTALLATION amp OPERATION GUIDE FLUSH MOUNT IR MICROSENSOR MS110 INTRODUCTION The MS110 is a flush mount IR sensor designed for use with the Niles infrared extender systems Installed in a remote room location the MS110 receives the IR commands transmitted from your existing hand held remotes in that room The commands are carried via a CAT 5 cable to your AN equipment in another room and instantly repeated The MS110 is compatible with all current Niles infrared systems It may be used along with or as an alternative to the Niles TS110 WS110R MS210 and CS110 sensors or the IntelliPad The MS110 is just one part of the three building blocks necessary to complete a Niles IR repeating system e IR Main System Unit Models MSU140 MSU250 MSU480 and MSU440Z e IR Sensors Keypads Models WS110R TS110 MS110 M
5. S210 CS110 and the IntelliPad e IR Flashers Models MF1 MF1VF MF2 MF2VF and the IRB1 An IR sensor expansion hub Model IRH610 is available to provide additional sensor inputs to your system IMPORTANT Refer installation to a professional custom installer if you are unfamiliar with any of the following procedures FEATURES amp BENEFITS The MS110 offers a number of improvements over other miniature IR sensors e Plasma and LCD proof performance allows placement of the MS110 near plasma or LCD displays e CFL interference resistant expands installation flexibility to areas with fluorescent lighting e Works under most lighting conditions including indirect sunlight eliminates environmental restrictions e Universal system compatible with virtually all brands of A V equipment and remote controls e Excellent IR receiving range 20 to 35 of remote control range depending upon the strength of your handheld remote e 100 factory tested for pickup range and angle e Small size of only 1 2 diameter by 2 7 8 long tits almost anywhere e 10 connecting cable included e Printed circuit board design uses surface mount technology assuring high reliability e ideal for both home and commercial installations e Two year parts and labor warranty INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS Type of Cable The MS110 connects to the Niles infrared main systems unit or IRH610 sensor expansion hub with an i
6. emitters the remote has For example remotes that operate on two small AAA batteries and have only one IR emitter are generally not as strong as remotes that use the larger AA size batteries and have two emitters Tests with various manufacturers remote controls have shown that the operating range can vary from a minimum of 20 to a maximum of about 75 Infrared signals travel essentially line of sight They will not pass through or around solid objects Do not rely on an IR signal being able to bounce off a wall or object to the MS110 The IR pickup angle of the MS110 is 60 off axis horizontal and vertical at 20 Avoiding Electrical Interference Avoid locating the MS110 near any potential sources of electrical or optical noise such as light dimmers low voltage lights and neon lights Do not install the MS110 into electrical boxes with 110 volt devices Some states or municipalities allow devices such as the MS110 to be installed into the same electrical box as 110 volt devices provided a low voltage partition is used between the devices 4 We do not recommend this The cable connected to the MS110 can act as an antenna for electrical noise Locating the MS110 cable too Close to a light dimmer or switch may interfere with the MS110 If you must locate the MS110 near electrical devices install it in a separate metal electrical box ground the box to the electrical system ground and route t
7. he MS110 cable several feet away from all electrical wiring Avoiding Optical Feedback If installing the MS110 in the same room as an IR flasher it is possible for the flasher s IR output to be picked up by the MS110 This effect known as an optical feedback loop can cause erratic operation Optical feedback is similar to acoustical feedback the howling or whistling sound heard in a P A system when the microphone is too close to the speaker To avoid optical feedback 1 Re position the flasher s and or the sensor 2 Use Niles MF1 or MF2 flashers and cover them with the supplied IR blockers Using the MS110 with the Intellipad Ci System The MS110 is fully compatible with the Niles Intellipad Ci line follow the wiring instructions in Figure 2 For specific information see your Intellipad Ci manual Red 12V Black Ground Yellow Data White Status Figure 1 a b c d e f Hex Nut supplied Washer supplied Mounting Surface IR Cable 10 feet supplied MS110 Miniature IR Sensor supplied MS110 Lens Bezel supplied Figure 2 Wiring legend Stereo Receiver Niles IR Flasher E ane oooo TV SAT VDE Power le C e Supply Supplied with the MSU250 O MNILES MsuU250 Main System m MSUZSO Low tow D 12V DC Power supply Unit Plugged into gt D Not Supplied plugged an Unswitched AC int
8. inal There are many methods for reducing interference Which solution is best for you depends on your situation If you require further assistance call Niles Technical Support at 305 238 4373 or 1 800 289 4434 M F 8 00 AM 7 00PM ET You can also email Niles Technical Support at support nilesaudio com 12 SPECIFICATIONS IR System Compatible with virtually all brands of remotes using carrier frequencies of 38kHz 40kHz and 56kHz IR Receiving Range Varies depending on remote strength typically 20 to 35 IR Receiving Angle 60 off axis horizontal and vertical at 20 Mounting Thru hole fits into a 1 2 diameter hole requires a minimum of 2 5 8 mounting depth Wiring Requirements Individual home run of CAT 5 cable Unit Dimensions Front Bezel 3 4 diameter x 1 4 high Overall Unit 1 2 diameter x 2 7 8 long Contents MS110 Sensor x 1 Washer x 1 Hex Nut x 1 13 LIMITED WARRANTY NILES AUDIO CORPORATION NILES WARRANTS ITS PASSIVE PRODUCTS THOSE NOT 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 FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS THE WARRANTY IS VOID AND INAPPLICABLE IF NILES DEEMS THAT THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN USED OR HANDLED OTHER THAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER INCLUDI
9. le connections on the MS110 and on the main system unit Look for open shorted or reversed wires 3 Test for interference from the following sources e Neon or halogen lights in the room e Light dimmers beginning with those closest to the MS110 Observe the main system unit IR confirmation LED while performing all the tests It is possible to have interference from more than one source 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 11 The conditions which sometimes combine to create a feedback loop are 1 Both a sensor and a flasher are located within the same room 2 There is some low level noise or interference on your system You can eliminate optical feedback by replacing any IRB1 flooding flasher with MF1 or MF2 MicroFlashers and covering all flashers with the supplied IR blocking covers EMI Electromagnetic Interference Identify the source of the interference The most common sources of electromagnetic interference are listed in the Installation Considerations section To eliminate EMI try the following methods 1 Move the sensor or the sensor cable away from the EMI source or move the source of the EMI away from the sensor or the cable 2 Connect the Sensor s GND terminal to true earth ground if this isn t feasible use the main system unit s GND term
10. ndividual home run of CAT 5 cable When running wires inside walls most states and municipalities in the U S specify that you must use a special type of wire Usually the requirement is that the wire has a specific CL fire rating such as CL 2 or CL 3 Consult your Niles dealer building contractor or local building and inspection department if unsure about which type of wire is best for your application MS110 Mounting Location The MS110 is ideal for use in applications when tabletop ceiling or wall mounting is undesirable Its small size and unobtrusive appearance makes it ideal for installation in obscure hidden locations in cabinet facings or in the sensor knockout built into Niles in wall loudspeakers Installing the MS110 close to the primary location of the user will ensure best performance The MS110 is designed to flush mount almost anywhere Convenient mounting locations for the MS110 are e In a cabinet door e In a wall or wall plate e Behind a speaker grille NOTE Some types of speaker grilles will reduce the IR pickup range of the MS110 If unsure test the pickup range before permanently installing the MS110 behind the speaker grille 3 Receiving Range and Pickup Angle The receiving range of the MS110 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
11. o a switched outlet Outlet Powers the oo FT Niles stock FG01035 System Hap Hh H MSU250 Power IR data status signal and ground MS110 IR Sena via CAT 5 wire Figure 3 Wiring Diagram Typical installation with an MSU250 Main System Unit 1 STATUS 2 DATA 3 GROUND 4 12V DC 1 Green White 12V 2 Green DATA 3 Orange White GROUND 4 Blue EMPTY 5 Blue White STATUS 6 Orange EMPTY 7 Brown White EMPTY 8 Brown EMPTY ws ST UE sT IR G V Figure 4 This color code is based on the industry standard T568A coding for the RJ45 connector When connecting the MS110 to the Niles Ci System observe this pin configuration
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