I N S TA L L AT I O N & O P E R AT I O N G U I D E TM Intelligent Power Management Systems. AC-6+ 6 OUTLET POWER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM B LENDING H IGH F IDELITY AND A RCHITECTURE ® IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Your iPOWERTM product represents the latest in power management and protection technology. However, like any electronic device, an inappropriately or improperly installed device may not perform as intended. By following a few common sense precautions, your iPOWERTM product will give you a lifetime of worry-free performance. The following safety precautions apply to all iPOWERTM products. READ AND OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AT ALL TIMES. WARNING! Power Source: Use only with a 3-prong standard AC outlet or a GROUNDED 2 to 3 prong adapter. iPOWERTM products cannot provide power protection without a grounded AC source. Never use a 3 to 1 adapter plug -- this will disable all protection from your iPOWERTM unit and will void the Limited Lifetime Warranty and Connected Equipment Guarantee. All rooftop devices connected to your iPOWERTM products should be grounded according to the National Electrical Code (NEC). Do not place any rooftop device where it can come into contact with power lines or any power circuit. WARNING! Operating Voltage: Any equipment plugged into an iPOWERTM product must have a 120V, 60Hz rating. WARNING! Power Rating: Check the power consumption (watts) of each device that will be powered by an iPOWERTM product. Be sure that the total of all devices being connected does not exceed 1800 watts. WARNING! Water and Moisture: Do not use any iPOWERTM product in an area where it may get wet, such as near a bathtub, sink, laundry facility, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. WARNING! Ventilation: While iPOWERTM products do not generate a significant amount of heat, they should not be placed directly on a bed, rug, or sofa that may obstruct the unit's natural heat dissipation abilities. IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION! Heat: iPOWERTM products should not be placed on or in close proximity to heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or on top of other devices (including amplifiers and receivers) that produce heat. WARNING! Power Cord Protection: Power cords and remote trigger cables should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on, chewed by pets, or pinched by objects placed on them. Pay special attention to the place where the cord meets the plug and where the cord enters the device. WARNING! Object And Liquid Entry: Care should be taken that no objects or liquids fall onto or into the device. Do not use alcohol on the device. WARNING! Damage Requiring Service: Customers should not attempt to repair iPOWERTM products. These devices should be serviced by an authorized service technician when: · The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged · Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled, into the device · The device has been exposed to rain · The device shows a marked change in performance or does not appear to function normally · The device has been dropped, or the enclosure has been damaged CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for purchasing a Niles iPOWERTM Intelligent Power Management System. Niles iPOWERTM products are the result of years of research and development and are the most advanced and complete power management devices available. With iPOWERTM in your system, you have complete confidence knowing that your audio/video components have a clean power supply free of noise and distortion. The result--your home entertainment system will perform as is designers intended, while being fully protected from electrical noise and potentially damaging spikes and surges. In addition to power protection and performance enhancement, the iPOWERTM AC-6+ offers triggering options which allow for control of your system's start-up and shut-down procedures. With a little planning, your AC-6+ can put control of your home entertainment system at your fingertips. Niles manufactures the industry's most complete line of custom installation components and accessories for audio/video systems. For a free full-line catalog write: Niles, Catalog Request, P .O. Box 160818, Miami, Florida 33116-0818 or visit our web site at www.nilesaudio.com. 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION KEY TECHNOLOGIES UNIT DETAILS INSTALLATION OVERVIEW PACKAGE CONTENTS PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM PLANNING YOUR AC CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS USING THE REMOTE TRIGGER FEATURE TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS 3 4 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 17 19 2 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 3 Never in the history of power protection has there been a product line that has revolutionized the industry the way that Niles' iPOWERTM has. iPOWERTM Intelligent Power Management Systems represent a breakthrough in three main areas: power protection, noise filtration, and power management. Based on solid scientific principles, clever engineering, and fastidious execution, iPOWERTM devices are built to the most stringent standards in the industry and provide the maximum electrical protection and advanced performance enhancing technology. iPOWER's i3TM (instantaneous, impenetrable, and virtually indestructible) three-stage power protection circuitry stands head and shoulders above the industry in terms of delivering instantaneous response time. Its clamping levels are among the lowest in the industry, providing unrivaled electrical protection for its connected equipment. Its iQTM Optimal Q Impulse Noise Filtering technology has the ability to reduce detail-obscuring "noise" on the AC power line, resulting in performance that's sure to please even the most demanding eyes and ears. In fact, iPOWERTM may be the first "audiophile-approved" power protection technology available at any price. Additionally, its iDefinitionTM HDTV-ready coax circuitry provides protection while minimizing signal loss from input to output so images are razor sharp and colors are vivid. Plus, with a full complement of true line diagnostics, an intuitive, flexible triggering protocol, and user-friendly one button operation, your AC-6+ puts you in complete control of your system. Model AC-6+ 6 Outlet Power Management System KEY TECHNOLOGIES KEY TECHNOLOGIES i3TM Three-Stage Circuit Topology -- Power Protection for the Real World iPOWER's i3TM (instantaneous, impenetrable, and virtually indestructible) circuit topology represents a breakthrough in power protection technology. A three-stage design comprised of Gas Tubes, Metal Oxide Varistors (MOV's) and a proprietary Low-Impedance In-Line Filter, the i3TM circuitry delivers instantaneous protection. Most MOV-based surge protection devices use a circuit topology that is sacrificial in nature. Like an air bag in an automobile, they are designed to "blow up," sacrificing their internal circuitry in order to protect the connected equipment during a severe surge event. Sooner or later they fail in the line of duty leaving connected equipment unprotected. As a radical departure from this philosophy, all Niles iPOWERTM products with i3TM protection technology are non-sacrificial in nature. This unique design enables iPOWERTM to protect your equipment time and time again. While UL's® most rigorous standard for voltage let through is 330 volts, Niles iPOWERTM products with i3TM protection technology have a consistent clamping level of less than 300V. In addition, all iPOWERTM products clamp at a mere 40V over peak standard line voltage (ANSI/IEEE C62.45 6000V 100 kHz Ring Wave Test), adding a level of protection rarely found in the industry. iQTM Optimal Q Noise Filtration All of the Power -- None of the Noise. Computers, household appliances, and RF broadcasts can introduce "noise" onto the AC power line, obscuring audio detail and video resolution. By their very nature, conventional AC power line noise filtration circuits limit electrical current flow, stealing the "punch" from high-current power amplifiers. The Niles iPOWER iQTM optimal Q impulse noise filtration circuitry simultaneously achieves both noise reduction and the proper power line loading necessary for dynamic performance. Through careful research and with the deployment of advanced electrical components, a sophisticated design that varies the Q of the circuit topology was created. With this design, iPOWERTM products achieve an outstanding 50dB of common mode rejection and 60dB of differential mode rejection--without current choking. iPOWERTM delivers both the performance iQ reduces up to 99.9% (60dB) of AC power line noise. and the power. The above graphics simulate AC power line noise reduction. TM 4 Unrivaled System Integration and Ease of Use iPOWERTM features an elegant and intuitive user interface. As a pioneer of home audio/video customization, Niles understands that technology is only useful if it is used. iPOWERTM provides the installer with the flexibility to design and execute a spectacular system in a package that the end-users can actually operate. For the end-user, Niles iPOWERTM meets the needs and budget of nearly any enthusiast. Its intuitive interface allows the most complex systems to be controlled with one-button operation with displays that are clear and easy to understand. Installers will appreciate features such as true line diagnostics and feedback, and a versatile dual-zone trigger system which responds to 12V DC 200mA. Real Line Diagnostics Your AC-6+ is equipped with a sophisticated set of line diagnostic indicators. These indicators not only ensure that the AC-6+ is working, but also let you know that the wiring in your house has been installed properly. This is particularly useful in older homes where electrical systems may have been installed at different times during the life of the home. When illuminated, the Ground OK LED on the AC-6+ indicates that the house wiring is properly grounded. If the LED does not illuminate, there is a line problem. Without a proper ground, your AC-6+ will not be able to provide protection from electrical surges and spikes. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR AC-6+ WITHOUT A PROPER GROUND. IF THE GROUND OK LED DOES NOT ILLUMINATE, DISCONNECT THE UNIT IMMEDIATELY. When illuminated, the LINE OK LED on the AC-6+ indicates that the wall outlet does not have a line problem such as polarity inversion. If the LED does not illuminate, there is a line problem. This is common, especially in older homes. Call your electrician to have the line repaired. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR AC-6+ WITH A LINE PROBLEM. IF THE LINE OK LED DOES NOT ILLUMINATE, DISCONNECT THE UNIT IMMEDIATELY. The Switched LED on the AC-6+ illuminates when the Power Button is activated indicating that the Switched outlets are ON. In addition, when the Switched LED is ON, the Triggered outlets are in stand-by mode and can be automatically powered on or off using the AC-6+'s Trigger feature. KEY TECHNOLOGIES 5 When the Power Button is not initiated, the Switched LED does not illuminate, indicating that there is no power at the Switched Outlets. Additionally, the Trigger feature of the AC-6+ will be disabled so that the Triggered outlets cannot be automatically powered on or off, regardless of whether there is 12 volts present at the 12 Volt Trigger Inputs. KEY TECHNOLOGIES UL 1449 Second Edition Listing The UL 1449 Second Edition procedure is considered to be the most rigorous and demanding series of tests for surge protection devices in the world. In order for a surge protection device to obtain this UL certification, it must pass a battery of "torture" tests ensuring that the product will meet a set of established safety and performance standards. Your AC-6+ is UL 1449 Second Edition listed. 6 UNIT DETAILS UNIT DETAILS 7 The AC-6+ features three pairs of premium quality, wall transformer-spaced outlets. One outlet is Always On, one outlet is Switched on by the power button, and two pairs are Triggered on via either of the 12V trigger inputs. Power Button turns on Switched outlets and puts Triggered outlets into standby mode for remote triggering. Switched LED indicates the status of the Switched outlets and that Triggered outlets are in standby mode. Ground OK LED indicates that the wall outlet wiring is properly grounded. Line OK LED indicates that the wall outlet is free of any problems such as a polarity inversion. Dual Zone 12V Input Triggers enable you to turn on your system from either of two components (includes unique 12V DC 200mA wall adapter for triggering a device). Bus Output Trigger enables the 12V inputs to automate turn-on of other iPOWER products or protected equipment whenever the 12V trigger input is used. 6 ft. industrial grade, high-current handling power cord with flat, 360º rotating plug. Patent pending i3TM power protection circuitry ensures protection time after time. 15 Amp Circuit Breaker. UL 1449 2nd Edition Listed Rugged steel chassis with molded rubber endcaps can be wall or floor mounted. INSTALLATION OVERVIEW INSTALLATION OVERVIEW ...