DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 1 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T RCA3 Remote Control Anywhere! Kit TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2 Getting Started 4 Installation 4 WARNING – To prevent possible injury, the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation and use of your Remote Control Anywhere Kit. 1.
M O T E C O N T R O 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.
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DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 4 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T 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 hookup 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.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O Page 5 A L N Y W H E R E ! K I T Step 2 – Connecting the Sensor Cable to the Connection Hub For your convenience, the sensor cable ends have been stripped. Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the removable connector plug (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.
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DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T “TECH TIP” E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 7 A N Y W H E R ! E K I T Step 3 – Connecting the 12VDC In-Line Power Supply and MicroFlashers Plug the MicroFlashers into any of the sockets labeled FLASHER OUTPUTS on the connection hub (Figure 5). Plug the connector on the supplied 12VDC power supply 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.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 8 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Step 4 – 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 table-top sensor no closer than two feet in front of the remote control (Figure 6).
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 9 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T 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).
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DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 11 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Step 6 – Running the Sensor Cable Conceal the sensor cable between the sensor and the connection hub. For specific information refer to “Running Sensor Cable in New Construction”, located on page 16, or “Concealing Sensor Cable in Existing Walls”, located on page 18. If you need to cut and restrip the wire, make sure that only 1/4" of wire is exposed.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 12 A N Y W H Step 7 – Reconnecting the Connection Hub Reconnect the sensor plug, flashers and power supply as outlined in steps 2, 3 and 4 (Figure 10). That’s it! Now you are ready to control your audio/video equipment from the room you chose. E R E ! K I T NOTE Make sure that the stripped ends of the wire do not come in contact with one another or any surface other than the connector.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 13 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Normal Operation To control your audio/video components, simply aim your remote control at the table-top sensor. If you are within range (and your remote control’s batteries are fresh), the LED on the sensor will flash a bright blue color each time you press a button on the remote (Figure 11).
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 14 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Optional Accessories Status Feedback Wall Adapter The sensor features a status feedback LED that glows green whenever your system is on. This is a very useful feature when operating your equipment from a remote location.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 15 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Additional Sensors The Remote Control Anywhere! Kit includes one surface mount sensor. The included MSU250 main system unit will accommodate a second IR sensor. Niles makes a variety of sensors for virtually any application. See your Niles dealer for more information.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 16 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Running Sensor Cable in New Construction Scheduling and Preparation Plan to schedule the sensor wiring after the electrical wiring is finished. That way you can avoid cable routes which could potentially induce interference over the sensor cable. The basic rules are: Never run the sensor cable through the same hole as an electrical cable.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 17 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Safety First! Wear gloves, safety goggles and head protection when drilling. Avoid nails, they ruin bits and they can cause injury. Pay particular attention when using “hole-hogs” and other powerful electric drills; the torque of the drill when suddenly stopped by a nail can break a strong person’s wrist. Drilling Use a bit that is large enough for the cables you plan to run.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 18 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Pulling the Cable Whenever you run the cable farther than 4-1/2 feet from a hole in a stud or joist (open attic space, going up walls, etc.), fasten the cable to the joists or studs using cable clamps or appropriately sized cable staples. The cable should not have large sags in it, nor should it be too tight.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 19 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T Exterior walls are different. They must insulate the house from the heat and cold outside, so they are stuffed with insulation. The national building code requires that the hollow wall space in exterior walls be broken by a horizontal stud placed between the vertical studs. This “fire blocking” makes it very difficult to retrofit long lengths of cable.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N 3:52 PM T R O L Page 20 A N Y W H E R E ! K I T When you don’t have access above or below the wall, try to estimate the existing cable and pipe locations from the positions of electrical outlets and plumbing fixtures on both sides of the wall. Also, take a look at the outside of your house, sometimes a conduit, vent or drain pipe will be visible and will offer Figure 13: Unobstructed space useful information.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N T 3:52 PM R O L A Page 21 N Y W H When you are dealing with the unknown because of the structure of your home, or with difficult materials to patch the wall, such as plaster, lath and plaster, faux finishes, wallpaper etc., be patient. A careful study of the potential problems before you start the job will pay off later.
DS00408ACN_RCA3 Kit.qxp R E M O T E 1/17/05 C O N T 3:52 PM R O L A Page 22 N Y W H E R E ! K I T Specifications IR Receiving Angle MSU250 30° off-axis (horizontal and vertical) at 20' IR System Mounting Surface mount Compatible with virtually all brands of remotes using carrier frequencies between 26 and 105kHz. Wiring Requirements Wiring Requirements Unit Dimensions Individual home-runs of category 5 cable from each sensor/keypad.
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