Niles Audio AC-8CX manual Troubleshooting, Symptom Possible Causes and Test Procedure

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

 

 

 

1. STOP YOUR INSTALLATION. Check the AC connection

 

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES AND TEST PROCEDURE

 

AC-8CX does not power-up.

•Check that the unit is plugged in and that there is power at the

 

There is no power to the

outlet.

 

connected equipment.

•Check the AC-8CX’s circuit breaker located by the power cord

 

 

and reset if necessary.

 

The GROUND OK light on the

•This indicates that the wall outlet is not properly grounded or

 

possibly another type of line problem. Without a proper

 

front panel of the AC-8CX does

 

ground, your AC-8CX will not provide power protection.

 

not light up.

 

 

 

 

and make sure that the AC-8CX is plugged in properly.

 

 

If the GROUND OK light still fails to illuminate, have the

 

 

AC outlet in the house checked by an electrician to diag-

 

 

nose the problem.

 

 

2. DO NOT operate your AC-8CX without a proper ground.

 

 

 

 

The LINE OK indicator on the

•This indicates that the wall outlet has a line problem such as

 

polarity inversion. This is common, especially in older homes.

 

front panel of the AC-8CX does

 

 

 

not light up.

DO NOT operate the AC-8CX with a line problem. Call your

 

 

 

 

electrician to have the line repaired.

 

 

 

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Contents AC-8CX Important Safety Precautions Important Safety Precautions Congratulations Table of Contents Introduction IntroductionKEY Technologies KEY TechnologiesIQ Optimal Q Noise Filtration Groundbreaking F-Connector Technology IDefinition Constant Impedance TechnologyReal Line Diagnostics Unrivaled System Integration and Ease of UseUL 1449 Second Edition Listing Unit Details Unit DetailsInstallation Overview Installation OverviewPackage Contents Package ContentsPlanning Your System Planning Your SystemPlacement Wall MountingPlanning Your AC Connections Switched OutletsPlanning Your AC Connections Always On OutletsMaking Connections Connecting Devices to the AC OutletsConnecting to Coaxial Lines Making ConnectionsTroubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes and Test ProcedureTroubleshooting TroubleshootingSpecifications SpecificationsPage Page Second Edition E195090

AC-8CX specifications

The Niles Audio AC-8CX is a premium in-ceiling speaker that combines advanced technology with exceptional sound quality, making it an appealing choice for home audio enthusiasts. Designed for versatile applications, this 8-inch speaker is perfect for producing high-fidelity sound in both residential and commercial settings.

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