INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE Remote Control Anywhere! Kit TM B LENDING H IGH F IDELITY AND A R C H I T E C T U R E® PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Remote Control Anywhere Kit is designed to provide years of troublefree operation. For your protection, please read these instructions thoroughly before proceeding with your installation. Keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and operating instructions described in this manual. WARNING To avoid injury, the following basic safety precautions will enable you to successfully install and use your Remote Control Anywhere Kit. © 1999 Niles Audio Corporation 1 PRECAUTIONS WARNINGS - To prevent possible injury, the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation and use of your Remote Control Anywhere Kit. 1. Read through the entire manual - Before attempting any installation, read this manual thoroughly and keep it for future reference. 2. Avoid contact with all high voltage electrical wiring and equipment! 3. Keep away from water and moisture - Never use or install electronic products near water, ie., near a bathtub, sink, washing machine, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else the product may be exposed to water or moisture. 4. Wall Adapter cord protection - Do not run the power cord where it may be subject to wear or abuse. Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord which may damage it. 6. Lightning - It is suggested that you remove the Wall Adapter from the wall if your system will not be used for long periods of time. Power surges due to lightning strikes may damage your equipment. 7. Check your local building and electrical codes - There may be specific requirements regarding running low voltage in your area. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .............................................. ........................................... 4 5 6 6 7 8 9 Getting Started Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 Step 12 Step 13 Placing the Connection Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the Sensor Cable to the Connection Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the Sensor Cable to the Wall-Mount Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the 12V DC Wall Adapter and MicroFlashers . . . . . . . . . . . Mounting a MicroFlasher to A/V Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mounting the Connection Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Finding the Right Spot to Install the Wall-Mount Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cutting the Hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Running the Sensor Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the Wall-Mount Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reconnecting the Connection Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....................................... 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 22 22 23 23 System Operation Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Running Sensor Cable in New Construction ............ Scheduling and Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety First! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pulling the Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Concealing Sensor Cable in Existing Walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 INTRODUCTION The Remote Control Anywhere! Kit enables you to operate your remote controlled audio/video equipment from virtually any location. Now you can place your audio/video (A/V) components out of sight (behind cabinet doors, in the rear of a room, or in a different room) and still conveniently control your system. Connection Hub Wall-Mount Sensor Kit Contents Check that your Remote Control Anywhere! Kit contains the following: · Connection Hub · Wall-Mount Sensor · 12V DC Wall-Adapter · Mounting Bracket · MicroFlashers (3) · Sensor Cable (100ft) 12V DC Wall Adapter Mounting Bracket MicroFlashers (3) Sensor Cable (100ft) Tools Needed · pencil · drywall saw · standard screwdriver · phillips screwdriver · wire strippers · drill (and assorted bits) · wire coat hanger 4 GETTING STARTED While the Remote Control Anywhere! Kit is compatible with most brands of audio/video components, there are a few exceptions. You should perform a temporary hook-up to test for compatibility before you conceal wire or permanently mount any parts. Steps One through Five describe how to perform a quick and easy check for compatibility. Once you have determined that all of your remote controlled A/V components are compatible, proceed with the rest of the installation. 5 INSTALLATION Step 1 Placing the Connection Hub Place the Connection Hub so that the MicroFlasher wires will reach the components. ! Figure 1 Never place the Connection Hub closer than 1 foot away from a television set. (See Figure 1) Step 2 Connecting the Sensor Cable to the Connection Hub For your convenience, the Sensor Cable ends have been stripped. Insert one of the stripped ends into the INPUT connector on the Connection Hub as shown in Figure 2 and tighten the screws. ! Figure 2 REMOTE CONTROL ANYWHERE! KIT CONNECTION HUB Additional Sensors The Cable must be connected as follows: 1 = Red 2 = Bare 3 = Black 1 2 3 ! Red Black Bare Make sure that the stripped ends of the wire do not come in contact with one another or any surface other than the connector. 6 INSTALLATION Step 3 Connecting the Sensor Cable to the Wall-Mount Sensor Pull out the removable connector from the back of the Wall-Mount Sensor. Insert the other stripped end of the Sensor Cable into the removable connector on the Wall-Mount Sensor and tighten the screws. (See Figure 3) ! CONTINUED Figure 3 1 2 3 Red Bare Black Figure 4 The cable must be connected as follows: 1 = Red 2 = Bare 3 = Black Plug the connector into the connector socket on the back of the Wall-Mount Sensor. Make sure that the orientation of the connector is correct. (See Figure 4) 7 INSTALLATION Step 4 Connecting the 12V DC WallAdapter and MicroFlashers Plug the connector on the supplied 12V DC WallAdapter into the socket labeled POWER on the Connection Hub and then plug the wall adapter into a live electrical outlet. The power LED should light. If the LED does not light, confirm that the outlet you used is live by plugging in a lamp. Plug the MicroFlashers into any of the sockets labeled FLASHER OUTPUTS on the Connection Hub. (See Figure 5) CONTINUED Figure 5 Additional Flashers REMOTE CONTROL ANYWHERE! KIT CONNECTION HUB 8 INSTALLATION Step 5 Mounting a MicroFlasher to A/V Components Make sure all of your remote controls have batteries and that they are able to operate the A/V components. Locate a place for the remote control that is within arm's length of the A/V components, yet cannot directly control them. Place the Wall-Mount Sensor no closer than two feet in front of the remote control. (See Figure 6) Hold the MicroFlasher four inches in front of the remote sensor window on the A/V component's front panel. Press buttons on the remote control while watching the front panel of the A/V component. When the component responds repeatedly to the commands, peel off the protective backing on the MicroFlasher and place the MicroFlasher in that location. continued CONTINUED Figure 6 9 INSTALLATION If the A/V component's remote sensor is not clearly marked, slowly move the MicroFlasher over the window of the A/V component while pushing buttons on the remote control until you get a response. (See Figure 7) Repeat this procedure for each A/V component you wish to control. When the A/V component responds repeatedly, peel off the protective backing on the MicroFlasher and place the MicroFlasher in that location. If you get no response at all, call Niles Technical Support at 1-800-289-4434. (M-F 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM ET) CONTINUED Figure 7 10 INSTALLATION Step 6 Mounting the Connection Hub ! CONTINUED Figure 8 Make sure that your system tested OK before proceeding Once you have decided on the ideal location for the Connection Hub, unplug the 12V DC Wall-Adapter from the electrical outlet and disconnect the Wall-Mount Sensor and the MicroFlasher cables from the Connection Hub. (See Figure 8) Also remove the Sensor Cable from the removable connector on the Wall-Mount Sensor. (See Figure 9) The Connection Hub can be either mounted on a wall using screws or placed on a shelf using the included adhesive feet. (See Figure 10) REMOTE CONTROL ANYWHERE! KIT CONNECTION HUB Figure 9 Figure 10 A: Wall mounting A REMOTE CONTROL ANYWHERE! KIT CONNECTION HUB B: If you desire to shelf mount the Connection Hub, stick the included B adhesive backed feet on the bottom of the unit and place it on the shelf ,, 11 INSTALLATION Step 7 Finding the right spot to install the Wall-Mount Sensor. Find a location in the remote room that is convenient for you and where you believe the Sensor Cable from the Connection Hub will easily reach. ! CONTINUED If you have doubts about whether you are capable of installing a Niles Remote Control Anywhere! Kit in your walls, consult a Niles dealer or professional installer. They have special tools, techniques, and experience to make the impossible possible. The installer can provide you with an estimate before any work is done. Do not install the Wall-Mount Sensor in the same electrical box with a light switch or any other high voltage device. ! Do not install the Wall-Mount Sensor where it will be exposed to sunlight or any other bright light. Do not install next to TV's, fan motor switches, or alarm panels. ! ! 12 INSTALLATION Step 8 Safety Check Once you have found your installation spot, locate nearby studs in the wall with a stud sensor or by hand knocking. When you've found a location that is free of studs, drill a small 1/8" pilot hole just barely through the drywall. (See Figure 11) ! CONTINUED yyyyyyy ,,,,,,, yyyy ,,,, yyyyyyy ,,,,,,, yy ,, yyyyyyy ,,,,,,, Figure 11 Be careful. If you feel any extra resistance as you are drilling. STOP! Cut a piece of coat hanger and bend the wire to create two right angles opposite of each other about four inches long. Poke the four inch end of the "Z-shaped" wire into the pilot hole and rotate in a complete circle while probing the inside of the wall for obstructions. If the wire's movement is obstructed by a pipe, cable or wall stud, fill the hole with spackle or other patching compound, sand, paint and try another location. 13 INSTALLATION Step 9 Cutting the hole Once you have determined the ideal position for the cut-out, hold the Mounting Bracket up to the wall surface. Level the Mounting Bracket and mark the wall by tracing the inside perimeter of the Mounting Bracket with a pencil. (See Figure 12) If you are cutting painted or wall-papered drywall, use a razor-knife to cleanly cut the wallpaper. Then use a drywall saw to cut the drywall. (See Figure 13) ! CONTINUED Figure 12 Figure 13 Be very careful not to saw through existing wires, pipes or structure. 14 INSTALLATION Step 10 Installing the Mounting Bracket Place the Mounting Bracket against the hole. (See Figure 14) Bend the tabs at a 90° angle and insert into the hole. (See Figure 15) When the bracket is secure, bend the tabs back against the inside of the drywall and insert the screws so that they penetrate the tabs, clamping the bracket to the drywall. (See Figure 16) || zz y , |, z | y y , | z y ,z |y , z yy ,, z, y | CONTINUED Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 15 INSTALLATION Step 11 Running the Sensor Cable Conceal the Sensor Cable between the Wall-Mount Sensor hole and a new hole near the Connection Hub. (See Figure 17) ! If you have doubts about whether you are capable of installing a Niles Remote Control Anywhere! Kit in your walls, consult a Niles dealer or professional installer. They have special tools, techniques, and experience to make the impossible possible. The installer can provide you with an estimate before any work is done. For more information, see the section "Hints for Concealing Wire" located on page 23. ! |||| zzzz yyy ,,, |||| zzzz yyy ,,, |||| zzzz yyy ,,, CONTINUED Figure 17 Room 1 Room 2 Figure 18 1/4" 1/4" Bare ! If you need to cut and restrip the wire, make sure ...