DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 9:47 AM Page 2 I N S TA L L AT I O N & O P E R AT I O N G U I D E WS100R WALL-MOUNT INFRARED SENSOR B L E N D I N G H I G H F I D E L I T Y A N D A R C H I T E C T U R E ®
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W 9:47 AM A L L - M Page 3 O U N T I N F R A R E D S E N S O R WS100R Wall-Mount Infrared Sensor Introduction TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Features and Benefits 2 Installation Considerations 3 Installation 9 Operation 11 Troubleshooting 12 Specifications 16 Contents 16 The WS100R is a wall-mount, Decora ® style IR sensor designed for use with the Niles infrared extender systems.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 4 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Features and Benefits The WS100R offers a number of improvements over other wall-mount IR sensors. • Plasma-proof performance— allows placement of the WS100R near plasma displays. • CFL interference resistant— expands installation flexibility to areas with fluorescent lighting. • Works under most lighting conditions, including indirect sunlight— eliminates environmental restrictions.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 5 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Installation Considerations The WS100R is a Decora-style module and is designed to use standard Decora-style cover plates and mounting hardware. Decora cover plates (up to 6-gang) with color-matched plate screws are available from your Niles dealer. Type of Cable The WS100R connects to the Niles infrared main systems unit or IRH610 sensor expansion hub with an individual home run of category 5 cable.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 6 I N F R A R E D S 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 18' to a maximum of about 30'. 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 WS100R.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 7 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Niles IR Flasher Stereo Receiver 12V DC power supply (supplied with the MSU250 Main System Unit) plugged into an unswitched AC outlet powers the system 3-30V AC/DC STATUS IN 12V DC Power Supply (Not Supplied) plugged into the Switched Outlet Niles Stock# FG000665 MSU250 Figure 1 Wiring Diagram (Typical installation with an MSU250 Main System Unit) Power, IR Data, and Power Status Signal via category 5 cab
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M Page 8 O U N T I S N F R A R E D E N S O R Figure 2 WS100R Parts Guide a e g b c f d e (a) Electrical Box (b) Category 5 cable (c) WS100 IR Receiver (supplied) (d) Snap-on Color Insert (supplied) (e) Device Screws (2 supplied) (f) Decora Faceplate (supplied) (g) Faceplate Screws (2 supplied) g 6
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 9 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Avoiding Interference The WS100R is designed to work in most applications including plasma displays and in areas where CFL lighting and indirect sunight are present. You should avoid locating the WS100R near potential sources of electrical or optical noise, such as light dimmers or low-voltage lights.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 10 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R 2. Hold the WS100R as shown in (Figure 3). Locate the two plastic mounting tabs at the top rear of the Decora-style insert. Using two fingers, simultaneously press both tabs down (towards the center of the insert) and forward (away from you) until the insert pops free from its mounting slots. 3. Locate the new Decora-style insert. Hold the WS100R so that it is facing you.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 11 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Installation “TECH TIP” Avoid installing the WS100R next to a light dimmer. If you are installing the WS100R 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 conduit, etc. 1. Locate the connector plug. 2.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 12 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Figure 5 Installing the Connector NOTE: Certain “old work” or “retro-fit” boxes, such as the Carlon B225R, have a plastic “lip” which interferes with the Decora plate screws. This lip prevents you from being able to tighten these screws completely. To make the clearance necessary for these screws, you must remove the parts of the lip causing the interference. There are two ways to accomplish this: 1.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M Page 13 O U N T I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Intellipad Wiring See your MSU manual if you are connecting the WS100R with an IntelliPad system. Operation Operation of the WS100R is simple. Stand within the operational range of your WS100R. Aim your hand-held remote at the WS100R and press the button for the desired command. Your IR command is instantly repeated to your A/V equipment.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 14 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Troubleshooting This manual contains instructions for the WS100R 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®). The bi-color blue/green LED on the front of the WS100R is a useful troubleshooting aid.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 15 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R 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. 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.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 16 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Identifying the type of interference The “flash-back” LED on the front of the WS100R is a useful trouble-shooting aid. The LED should light blue only when a remote command is being received. However, if the LED on the WS100R “flickers”, and the WS100R functions normally, there is no cause for concern.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M Page 17 O U N T I N F R A R E D S E N S O R 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 terminal). There are many methods for reducing interference. Which solution is best for you depends on your situation.
DS00331ACN/WS100R 1/8/04 W A L L 9:47 AM - M O U N T Page 18 I N F R A R E D S E N S O R Specifications Contents IR System Compatible with virtually all brands of remotes using carrier frequencies between 26 and 105 kHz. WS100R Sensor x1 IR Receiving Range Varies depending on remote strength; 18 to 30' typical. Removable connector x 1 IR Receiving Angle 30° off-axis (horizontal and vertical) at 18'.
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