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2. Niles LS-1 Light Sensor

The Niles LS-1 Light Sensor was designed to detect a change in brightness on a component’s front panel display. When it senses a change in brightness, the LS-1 outputs a constant 12V DC 500mA control voltage. A blocking cover is provided to prevent ambient light from falsely triggering the LS-1.

Note: You may choose to sync direct-view or rear-projection televisions with the LS-1 Light Sensor. In this sync application, the LS-1’s sensor is attached to the rear of the TV using the blocking cover (or better yet – to the flyback transformer inside the TV. The Flyback transformer resembles a automobile alternator and is located near the TV’s main power supply and AC power cord connection). The LS-1’s sensitivity is adjusted to output a 12v DC sync signal only when the TV is on.

Additionally, when syncing multi-disc CD changers or other digital components, it may be possible to install the LS-1’s sensor inside the component’s optical digital output jack to detect the presence of light coming from that port when the unit is powered on. The unit must not emit any light from this port when the unit is in standby!

3. Niles OTI-512 Voltage Sensor

The Niles OTI-512 Voltage Sensor senses any control voltage between 3 and 30 volts AC or DC, and outputs a 12V DC 500mA control voltage. The 12V DC output is connected to the IntelliControl’s sync input dedicated to that component.

An accessory cable (the Niles FOS-512) will connect a Fosgate, Lexicon, Citation, or Synthesis preamp to the OTI-512.

4. Niles APC-2 Current Sensing Switcher

The Niles APC-2 Current Sensing Switcher senses any change in power consumption that is greater than 30 watts. When it senses that the power consumption has increased (by the component turning on), it outputs a 12V DC 300 mA control voltage. In an IntelliControl system, the component’s AC power plug is plugged into the unswitched “Sensing” socket on the APC-2. The 12V DC output is connected to the IntelliControl’s sync input dedicated to that component.

The APC-2 has several other features. For more info, please look up the APC-2 on our website: www.nilesaudio.com

5. Niles IPC-6 Current Sensing AC Power Controller

The Niles IPC-6 Current Sensing Switch senses any change in a component’s power consumption that is greater than 3 watts. When it senses that the power consumption has increased, it outputs a 12V DC 300mA control voltage. In an IntelliControl system, the component’s AC power plug is connected to the unswitched “Trigger” socket on the IPC-6. The 12V DC output is connected to the IntelliControl’s sync input dedicated to that component.

The IPC-6 is not an iPower surge suppression device, but it does have several other useful features. For more info, please look up the IPC-6 on our website: www.nilesaudio.com

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Contents IntelliControl Reference Manual Contents 2C. Component Compatibility 3I. Utilities Specifications Complete System 1A. IntelliControl Features and BenefitsManage and Automate Unfriendly Components Automatically Unmute the SystemPC Programmable with IntelliFile Proudly Made in USA 1B. IntelliControl Parts GuideTabletop Remote Main System Unit Top View Main System Unit MSUPage 1C. Selling the System Solving The Problems of Conventional Home Theater OperationProblem One Turning the System On IntelliControl Solution Syncronization SyncSystem Schematic Problem Two Selecting Inputs & Modes IntelliControl Solution Software Managers to Manage Mute Problem Five The Pitfalls of MuteProblem Six Infrared Remote Controls Are Line-Of-Sight Only System Comparison 1D. Comparison of Home Theater Control SystemsComponents that Don’t Need Sync Those with Latching Power 2A. Power SyncronizationInfrared Turn On/Off Requires Sync Video Sync 2B. Sync Methods and OptionsSyncing the TV Volt SyncNiles OTI-512 Voltage Sensor Niles APC-2 Current Sensing SwitcherNiles IPC-6 Current Sensing AC Power Controller Niles LS-1 Light SensorMaster Key Sync Features Infrared Compatibility 2C. Component CompatibilityOnce Again Remember the Exception Testing Components for Sync Method Testing Components for Automation ConflictsTesting the Switched AC Outlet Sync Off DelayTesting the Video Output of a Source Testing a Component’s Control Voltage Output Testing the Video Output of a TelevisionTesting Light Sensing Testing Current SensingPage 3A. Pages, Keys, and Sequences Programming CapabilitiesIssue a Sequence From a Function Key An Address For Every IR CommandPurpose of the Master Key Pages Purpose of the DefaultPurpose of the Library Pages 3B. Function Key Memory Limitations3C. Master Key Automation Part 1 One Touch System Turn On Event One Initial Sequence Sync SnapshotEvent Five TV Input Event Two TV PowerEvent Three Preamp Power Event Seven Surround ModeAutomation Bypass for Manually Adjusted Features 3E. Master Keys Part 2 Special FeaturesAutomation Bypass for a Typical Application Programming Trick Installation TrickPress and Hold a Master Key 3F. Master Keys Part 3 Direct IR, Sequence IR, and Managers Testing Direct IRFinding the Secret Back-Door Anchor Command Testing the Anchor CommandEvent 1 System Off Initial Sequence Testing the Input Manager MethodDetermine the Defaults 3G. Master Keys Part 4 Intelligent System Turn OffEvent 5 Component Auto Turn Off Event 3 Auto Volume ResetEvent 2 TV Auto Turn Off Event 4 Preamp Auto Turn OffAssignable 12V Output and Relay 3I. UtilitiesAudio 12V Output Video 12V Output and RelayIR Routing Volume ResetDual TV Memory Usage Mute ManagerIntegrating a Second Zone Integrating the IntelliControl with IR Repeater SystemsTurning On Common Sources in Multi-Zone Systems Integrating the Niles IntelliPad Into the Home Theater Multiple TV Array In a Media RoomPage Check MSU Location for Freedom from Interference Step-by-Step Installation of a New SystemConnect, Power Up, and Test The Home Theater Connect and Power Up the MSU, Your PC, and the IntelliFileConstruct an Antenna Testing and Troubleshooting RF Transmission and ReceptionConnect Flashers and Sync Cables Labeling Cables Flasher Level CheckIR/RF Test LED Adjusting Flasher LevelsIntelliControl Tabletop Remote SpecificationsIntelliControl Main System Unit

8 specifications

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