Renovia System Installation Guide
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. ENGLISH 2. Danger Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably to noise induced hearing loss but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S. Government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the following permissible noise level exposures: 3. 4. 5.
FRENCH Danger L‘exposition a des niveaux eleves de bruit peut provoquer une perte permanente de l’audition, Chaque organisme humain reagit differemment quant a la perte de l’audition, mais quasiment tout le monde subit une diminution de I’acuite auditive lors d’une exposition suffisamment longue au bruit intense.
Renovia Quick Start Guide 1. Test site with the SAT tool. a. Determine desired location for Renovia Hub. b. Connect filters to known Renovia enemies. (I.E. surge strips, cell phone chargers etc. Do not place filters on the SAT! See page 11) c. Test desired Zone locations with SAT. (See pages 10-13) d. Use zones that test marginal or preferably use only “good” locations! e.
Table of Contents Introduction NV-RVM Main Source Hub Front Panel Features NV-RVM Main Source Hub Back Panel Features NV-I8GCP Dual Gang Control Pad Features NV-E6GCP Single Gang Control Pad Features NV-CTP36 Color Touch Pad Features NV-WCP Wireless Control Pad Features 1.0. Using the NV-RVSAT Site Survey Tool 1.1 Suggested Test Sequence 1.2 Maximize the Probability Success 1.3 Identify Rooms for Each Zone and Outlets 1.4 Test the Candidate Outlets in Each Room 1.5 Optional Test Cleanup 1.6 Final SAT.
Introduction About Home Plug Technology The Renovia System brings the best of NuVoNet audio control to the existing home market in a dramatic way. At the heart of the Renovia System's operation is HomePlug® 1.0 Plus technology. A consortium of large CE Industry companies known as the HomePlug Alliance created the HomePlug Powerline communication standard EIA/TIA 1113. This initially enabled Ethernet communication over existing AC powerline wiring.
STANDBY NV-RVM AUDIO STREAM CTL TX NuVoNet CTL RX USB RENOVIA Main Main Source Hub RADIO DATA SYSTEM POWER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 NV-RVM Main Main Source Hub Front Panel Features 1. Power Button: This button activates the internal circuitry of the Main Main Source Hub. The NV-RVM is designed to be left in the On position. It will remain in standby when not in use. Switch off when leaving the system unused for long periods of time, such as vacation periods, in order to avoid unnecessary power drain.
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1 13 2 3:09 PM SVR 1 of 9 Follow the Day 12 drift Edge of Tomorr 3 1:28 3:48 11 4 MENU OK 5 10 6 7 8 9 NV-I8GCP Dual Gang Control Pad Features 1. Source Indicator: This indicates the current audio source playing in that zone. Source names can be customized in the Configurator Software with a three character designation. 2. Cover Plate: Each Control Pad comes with white, ivory, almond, and black trim plates that attach magnetically to the face of the Control Pad.
1 2 M3A 2 OF 2-Follow th... drift-Edge of Tom 3 3:48 1:19 12 4 11 5 10 6 9 7 8 NV-E6GCP Single Gang Control Pad Features 1. Source Indicator: This indicates the current audio source playing in that zone. Source names can be customized in the Configurator Software with a three-character designation. 2. Wall Plate: Each Control Pad comes with white, ivory, almond, and black trim plates that offer a screwless and elegant, finished installation. 3.
5 4 6 7 8 9 10 3 2 1 11 12 15 14 13 NV-CTP36 Color Touch Pad Features 1. Source Display: This full color touch pad provides crucial information about the selected source, such as artist, album, track, title, frequency or station, and metadata for AM/FM and Satellite radio. Album art is also displayed when used with the MPS4 Music Port source. When in menu mode, the menu control choices are displayed. 2. Current Time: A time display is distributed to all the zones in the System by NuVoNet.
7 1 2 3:09 PM M3A 1 of 9 Follow the Day drift Edge of Tomorr 1:28 3:48 3 4 8 MENU ZONE 9 5 OK 10 6 11 NV-WCPS Wireless Control Pad Features 1. Selected Source: A three-character abbreviation of the selected source appears in this portion of the Wireless Control Pad display. 2. OLED Display: The display is multi-line OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode). It shows album, artist and track for personal music, and channel and frequency information for broadcast music.
Fig. 1 1.0. Using the NV-RVSAT Site Analysis Tool The Site Analysis Tool is an essential test prior to installing the Renovia System. All outlets and the related circuits for each zone should be tested. This will insure that the system will operate properly and that existing wiring will not cause signal loss. Although PLC technology is generally effective in isolating noise and activity on the AC wire, a proper test of each candidate outlet should be done.
f. Select MENU – Increment SITE #, then select YES and press OK. This will start a fresh analysis log for this installation’s site analysis test. 2. Turn on possible interference sources which are hard-wired (not connected to outlets): a. Low voltage lighting b. Any lighting on a dimmer c. Check the Renovia FAQ page for other potential interference sources 1.2. Maximize the Probability of Success It is a good idea to identify potential interference sources before starting the test.
Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Site 1 8:56 PM Hub: Entertainment room #3 Zone: Other #1 Untested Site 1 8:56 PM Hub: Entertainment room #3 Zone: Living room #1 MENU MENU Stage 1 Testing. . . OK STR 65% OK 100% Press OK to Test RE NOV IA Si te An alysis Too l, Zo ne RENOVIA Site Analysis Tool, ZONE Site 1 8:56 PM Hub: Entertainment #1 Zone: Living room #1 Stage 2 Testing. . . 2. Select Menu – Change Room and select the zone name for the first outlet you test in a room.
3. Finally, check every Zone Amp location outlet NOT covered in step 1.4.5 one more time to make sure subtracting filters has not adversely affected your previous results. 4. If a highly desirable outlet tests Poor or Marginal, look again for possible unfiltered Interference sources. They are normally on the same circuit, but may be in other rooms. Unplug the suspect device, run the test, and if the test result improves, add an NV-HPNF filter and test again. 1.6 Final SAT.
2.0. Installing the In-wall NV-RVM Renovia Main Source Hub and Audio Sources Four NV-VEC1 IR Emitters are included with the Main Source Hub. These are intended to supply IR commands to the attached sources. Plug the emitter into the appropriate numbered IR output in the IR Output section of the NV-RVM. The number of the output corresponds with the numbered input of the source being controlled. The head of the emitter should then be attached over the IR receiver on the source component, as shown in Fig. 6.
These are easily used as sources by attaching the included NV-T2FAA AM/FM antenna to the coaxial antenna connection using a standard RG6 Coaxial cable, as shown in Fig. 7 If you are using a third-party FM antenna for signal reception, you must turn off the voltage provided by the Renovia System for AM reception. This is done from the Advanced T2 Settings menu on the Control Pad. Your SIRIUS Tuners must be activated through SIRIUS. This can be done online at www.SIRIUS.com.
Fig. 10 2.2.3 Including the NV-RVIPD NuVoDock Renovia features Source 3 and 4 inputs for the Renovia NuVoDock for iPod. This is an easy way to incorporate iPod as a source for the Renovia System. Plugging the included 9-pin cable into the NuVoDock and into the desired source input 3 or 4, as shown in Fig. 10, is the only setup that is required. Once connected, any docked iPod or iPod touch music content will become available on the system's Control Pads. 2.2.
3.0. Installing the NV-RVZA50 Zone Amplifier and the NV-RVZA50PS Power Supply Fig. 12 Hot Ground Neutral The Renovia Power Supply is to be installed by a certified electrician only. Choosing the Best Location for the NV-RVZA50 Any room outlet can be used as a location for the Zone Amplifier and Power Supply. For the best performance, only use outlets that have tested with the SAT Site Analysis Tool as Good or Marginal. 3.
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An inset plug on the Power Supply will mate with a plug on the Zone Amplifier. Once in place, secure the Zone Amplifier to the Power Supply with four screws and install the finished cover plate. This is held in place with four magnets and a single set screw on the bottom. It can also be painted to match the wall color. When the Zone amplifier has been addressed and installed, the zone is now active as part of the system. You are now ready to make the speaker and optional Control Pad connections.
Line Input The NV-RVFZA50S has a built-in “Line Input” on the back panel. This is a very useful feature for allowing the internal 50W zone amplifier to amplify any local source to the attached zone speakers, as shown in fig. 20. This is a “smart” input and will recognize a 3.5mm mini stereo input plug and automatically display a “Local Source” selection on the zone controller. This enables the local source to be selected and volume controlled from the NuVo Control Pad.
5.1 Final Installed System Performance Check Fig. 21 ZONE D12 CONTROL The easiest way to confirm that you have a robust installed Renovia system is to go to the zone of your choice, and engage Party Mode from the control device in use for that zone. First, turn on your Host Zone, and select the music source of your choice.
6.0. Using the Configurator Software 6.2. IR Library 6.1 Main Startup The Start tab is the beginning point for any configuration, whether you are starting from scratch or reusing a previously built configuration. 6.1.1. Open or Create Renovia Configurator File (as shown in Fig. 24) The IR Library tab is where all source control functions are stored as individual IR libraries. This section covers adding new components, testing codes and assigning function buttons on the Control Pads.
6.2.2 Adding a New Component to the IR Library (as shown in Fig. 26) The back panel of the Interface box has two IR outputs for testing purposes. You can use the included IR emitter and attach it to the IR window on the face of the source component or to the built-in IR blaster, which, when aimed at the source equipment, will fire the IR command. New component IR files are easily added by clicking on the “Add New” button. This brings up a new window titled “Add New Component”.
Fig. 28 To assign default IR functions to the Control Pad buttons, right-click on each code and select “Keys.” This opens a drop-down menu of the possible key selections for the Control Pad. Select the appropriate key for that command and the Configurator will add it to the Default Key field for that command. The Play/Pause, Prev. and Next functions have an additional (Held) function. This allows any code to be added as an additional function assignment that is activated when the button is held.
6.2.6 IR Library Test (as shown in Fig. 30) 6.2.7 Adding a Function Code (as shown in Fig. 31) An important feature of the Renovia Configurator is the ability to test each IR code as it is added to the IR Library. This insures that every code will work reliably. If a required IR function is not in the list of those provided in the library template, it is possible to add a code to the list by clicking the “Create New” button. The pull-down menu contains a list of all standard IR codes.
6.3. Sources Tab (as shown in Fig. 32) The “Sources” tab allows you to define the source component attached to each of the six source inputs. All six sources are not needed. If none are defined in the configuration, the configuration will initialize and the Hub firmware will default to two activated sources, the internal AM/FM/SIRIUS–Ready Tuners on on the Source 1 and 2 inputs.
Click on the source drop-down menu at the top of the “Macros” tab to open up the functionality of the tab. 6.3.2 Adding a NuVoNet Source (as shown in Fig. 34) NuVoNet sources can be placed in the Configuration with the same procedure as third party IR controllable equipment. The Configurator program contains IR libraries for each of the NuVoNet components which have the appropriate button functions preassigned. Choosing the correct NuVo SKU from the IR Library is important.
To create a preset macro, double click on the first available preset macro selection. This will open the Edit Macro Definition window. Once in that window, type a name for the preset in the Display Name window. That will establish the preset name as it will appear in the preset menu. Note that the Display drop down menu directly below the Display Name window defaults to Forever. This is the desired choice for a preset and will keep the preset name on the Control Pad while listening to that selection.
6.4.3 Control Macros 6.5.1 Edit Zone Properties (as shown in Fig. 39) An additional option within the Macro tab is the ability to establish multiple control macros. These macros are intended for instant access to control functions, and are an optional feature. If a control macro is created, an additional source menu item is also created, titled “Control”, preceded by the three character “short name” assigned in the Source tab. Double-clicking on a zone number opens the “Edit Zone Properties” window.
Exclusive Source Control: Checking this box gives this zone exclusive “do not disturb” control of any chosen source. Other zones will have the ability to listen to that source, but they will not have any specific function control. Do-Not-Disturb: This Section is used to lock out system-wide commands from a specific zone. No Mute: The Renovia System has a small accessory called the MI1, Mute Interrupt (see section 9.2.
Slave To: This drop-down menu is used to assign additional “slave” Control Pads to a zone. Up to 20 Control Pads can be used in an installation. Any Control Pads that are slaved must be plugged into a NuVoNet input on the Main Source Hub. This feature can be used to slave more than one Zone Amplifier together to operate as one zone. If you do this, you still need to assign the two zones to their own zone number when they are installed.
6.6.2 External Mute: Paging Trigger 6.6.5 Security Code The Renovia System has a built-in solution for whole-house paging, typically through a phone system. The Paging Trigger setting causes the system to mute across all the zones, and in turn, amplifies the page across all zones. Each Zone Edit utility in the Configurator Software or the menu at each Control Pad offers the capability of setting the page volume in each zone.
6.7. Update System The finished configuration is now ready to be downloaded to the Renovia Main Source Hub. Connect your computer to the USB input on the face of the Main Source Hub and click on the Update Renovia button. While downloading, a progress box will show the download process. Once complete, the configuration is permanently stored in flash memory.
Fig. 44 7.0. Control Pad Setup 7.1 Factory New Installation The installed Control Pads, NV-E6GCP, NV-I8GCP, NV-CTP36 are designed to automatically recognize the number address, 1- 8 from the rotary switch setting on the Renovia Zone Amplifier when they are plugged in the zone NuVoNet RJ45 connection. Firmware Upgrade Please Wait. . . Updating device 1 0f 2 When first plugged in, the current firmware version will display, and go dark. Press the Power Button to turn it on and begin controlling the zone.
Fig. 45 7.3 Installing the NV-WCPS Wireless Control Pad A perfect option for the Renovia System is the NV-WCPS Wireless Control Pad System. This RF based solution eliminates the need for CAT5 in the zone, and its Zone button allows it to be a whole house controller. POWER SETUP To install the NV-WCPS with the Renovia System, first plug the Coordinator for the RF communication into one of the NuVoNet connections on the back panel of the Main Source Hub, as shown in Fig. 45.
Fig. 49 7.4 Renovia Tuner Control Control of Renovia’s internal tuners (sources 1 and 2) default to the buttons of the Control Pads, unless those sources are overridden in the Configurator software. These functions are consistent with the NVE6GCP, NV-I8GCP, and NV-WCP Control Pads. The NV-CTP36 Color Touch Pad has a specialized screen for the tuner control, although, the basic functionality is the same (see the NV-CTP36 User Guide).
Fig. 54 8.0. Using the Control Pad's MENU Button iPod Options Shuffle Repeat Edit Favorites Menu gives access to specific music selection and control for each source, as well as zone and system setting capability. The menu functions defined by NuVoNet change with the selected source. The selections and control are consistent with all the Control Pad choices for Renovia. This section outlining the menu functionality uses the dual gang NV-I8GCP as the representation.
Fig. 58 8.3 Tuner Options: Tuning parameters for the internal tuners are easily set from any Control Pad using this menu. There are five submenu choices, Fig, 57. Edit Presets My Presets 1 My Presets 2 My Presets 3 My Presets 4 My Presets 5 Fig. 57 Tuner Options Edit Presets Tuning Mode Parental Lock Skipped Channels Tuner Settings Assign Preset Assign to Current Chan Edit Presets: This allows the user to establish the current channel or station frequency as a preset.
Fig. 61 Skipped Channels: Undesired SIRIUS channels can be selected from this list of channels and removed from tuning. To select a channel, move the highlight to that channel listing and touch the OK button. This will place a check mark next to that station. When checked, it will not appear when browsing or tuning through channels. Seek Thresholds AM Threshold FM Threshold Tuner Settings: This menu has six sub-menus designed to set defaults for the basic user functions of the tuners.
Fig. 65 Diagnostics: Signal strength for AM, FM and SIRIUS reception and the current firmware version number are provided in the Diagnostics menu, as shown in Fig. 63. SIRIUS Strength SAT: Strong TERR: None Combined: Strong Fig. 63 Diagnostics Version Signal Strength Audio Test Audio Test: The test tone is intended to verify an audio signal from an attached SIRIUS receiver. The tone will continue until you tune up or down, or change broadcast bands.
Fig. 68 8.4 Advanced Zone Control: Advanced Zone Control is designed for user access to temporary zone settings. Each of the zone parameters set in advanced zone control automatically reset when an All Off command is issued from a Control Pad, as shown in Fig. 67. Sleep Off 15 Minutes 30 Minutes 60 Minutes 90 Minutes 120 Minutes Fig. 67 Adv. Zone Control Party Mode Do-Not-Disturb Sleep Lock Zone Lock Zone & Off Lock Zone: This temporarily locks the zone on the current source selection.
Fig. 72 Setup: The Setup menu is for specific system setup. It consists of several subset menus, Fig. 70. These are defined in the next section. Zone Settings Balance Bass Treble Loudness Comp. Volume Settings Display Settings *Advanced Fig. 70 Setup Favorites #1-12 Zone Settings *Source Settings System Settings Balance: This controls the level of audio going to the left and right speakers.
Fig. 73 Default DND: This prevents the global functions of all-on or party and whole-house page from acting on the specific zone, as shown in Fig. 75. Initial Volume Set (current volume) Reset (-60 dB) Fig. 75 Default DND No Mute No Page No Party 8.6 Advanced Zone Settings: These are parameters for each zone. They can be easily established in the Configurator Software or here, at each of the zone Control Pads, Fig 74.
Fig. 76 8.7 Source Settings: Two choices reside in this ‘ menu, Fig. 77. This menu can oly be accessed by holding the OK button for six seconds. Slaved To Zone None Kitchen Dining Room Master Bedroom Master Bath Guest Room Nursery Gain: This lets you increase the audio input levels from the sources connected to the system.
Fig. 80 Power Off Mode: This refers to three choices for the way in which each zone turns on and off. They involve a single tap of the power button and a hold function, as shown in Fig. 79. Mute/Off/ w/ Menu: This is the first choice. It means that a tap of the power button mutes the zone, but does not turn it off. The hold function brings up a second menu that requests All Off, yes or no. No turns off just that zone, yes turns off all zones.
External Mute/Page: The EXT. MUTE input on the back panel of Renovia has a dual function. In normal mode, it is designed for the Mute Interface, NV-MI1 (see Section 9.2 NV-MI1 Mute Interrupt Adaptor). It can also be configured for use with a paging phone system to enable whole-house paging. This requires a phone system that provides an audio output for paging that is plugged into source input 6 on Renovia (note that this feature eliminates the use of Source 6 as an audio source for the system).
9.0. Renovia Accessories 9.1 The NV-I8DLS IR Learning Station Interface Concerto Learning Station Model NV-I8DLS PASSTHRU 1 READY 2 IR SENSOR POWER TEST ACTIVE 3 5 4 1. PASSTHRU: This LED (light emitting diode) remains lit when the Interface box is actively passing IR information through the system. 2. READY: When you are inputting IR codes into the Configurator using the Interface box, this LED will light when the system is ready to learn a new code. 3.
Capturing IR codes using the IR Learning Station Interface (as shown in Fig. 81) The Renovia Configurator Software is designed to store IR codes for audio equipment in an IR Library. When the codes are learned for a given piece of equipment, they are held in the library under that equipment's manufacturer name and model number. Once learned, any of the equipment in the library can be imported into a new Configuration.
9.2 NV-MI1 Mute Interrupt Adaptor (as shown in Fig. 82) The Mute Interface is used in conjunction with System Mute input on the back of the Renovia Main Source Hub. It acts as relay for a voltage from up to two phone lines and two doorbell transformers. When a voltage is presented to the MI1, it sends a contact closure to the Renovia System, which causes the system to mute momentarily. This is useful in allowing the telephone or doorbell to be heard when audio is playing in any of the zones.
9.3 NV-GRC1 Remote Control An optional accessory for Renovia control is the NV-GRC1 handheld remote control. It is a hard button remote that issues digital commands to the zone Control Pad. It enables the Control Pad IR receiver to act on commands for third party IR commands stored in the System’s configuration. Remember, the Renovia System is unable to repeat third party IR commands across the powerline, but it will respond to the received commands from the NV-GRC1. No external programming is required. 1.
Renovia Specifications Renovia Source Hub System System On Output (Active High) Power Line Carrier Standard HomePlug 1.0.
Renovia NV-RVZAF50S Freestanding Zone Amplifier Renovia NV-RVZA50 In-wall Zone Amplifier Power Requirements Power Input Power Consumption Maximum Power Consumption Average* Power Consumption No Signal* Power Supply Output Efficiency Local Source Audio Input / Line Output RJ45 Digital to Line In/Out Accessory 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 85VA (85W) 22.5VA (15W) 14VA (7W) 25VDC at 1.4A cont., 2.6A peak 84% NuVoNet Local NuVoNet Control Pad Speaker Output Stereo Impedance *With no ControlPad device connected.
Troubleshooting Symptom Probable Cause Remedy When the Control Pad is plugged in there is a loud pop through the speakers and the Control Pad does not work. Improperly wired CAT5 cable. Check that you are using the 568A or B wiring standard (see section 3.2 or section 4.1 Properly Installing the Renovia Zone Ampifier). The best way to know is to use a CAT5 tester. One of the zone Control Pads displays a “NuVoNet Not Detected” message.
Troubleshooting Remedy Symptom Probable Cause The IR repeater does not properly control the audio source equipment. The NuVo IR output is not set at the best carrier frequency. When downloading a Configuration to the Renovia Main Source Hub, a “board not found” error message appears on the computer screen. This occurs when the Renovia is not plugged into an AC power source. A communication error can be as simple as not plugging the Renovia in prior to the download.
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