Niles Audio 8 manual 2C. Component Compatibility

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2C. Component Compatibility	16
Infrared Compatibility	16
Testing Components for Automation Conflicts	17
Testing Components for Sync Method	17
Sync Off Delay	18
3A. Pages, Keys, and Sequences	21
An Address For Every IR Command	22
Issue A Sequence From A Function Key	22
Purpose of the Master Key Pages	23
Purpose of the Default Page	23
Purpose of the Library Pages	24
3B. Function Key Memory Limitations	24
3C. Master Key Automation: Part 1 - One Touch System Turn On	25
Sync Snapshot	26
Event One – Initial Sequence	26
Event Two - TV Power	27
Event Three - Preamp Power	27
Event Four - Component Power (Not Applicable to Master Keys Nine and Ten)	27
Event Five - TV Input	27
Event Six - Preamp Input	27
Event Seven - Surround Mode	27
Event Eight - Ending Sequence	27
3E. Master Keys: Part 2 - Special Features	28
Automation Bypass for Manually Adjusted Features	28
Automation Bypass for a Typical Application	28
How to Program “Component Power” for Multiple Master Keys which Share a Common Source	29
Press and Hold a Master Key	30
Custom Programming for Preamp/Receivers with Separate On/Off Commands	30
3F. Master Keys: Part 3 - Direct IR, Sequence IR, and Managers	31
Direct IR - A Different “Single” IR Code for each of the Component’s Inputs	31
Testing Direct IR	31
Sequence IR— a Single “Input Toggle” Command and a Secret Back-Door “Anchor” Command(s)	31
Finding the Secret Back-Door “Anchor” Command	31
Testing the “Anchor” Command	31
Input Manager – For Components with only a Single “Input Toggle” Command	32

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Contents IntelliControl Reference Manual Contents 2C. Component Compatibility 3I. Utilities Specifications Complete System 1A. IntelliControl Features and BenefitsAutomatically Unmute the System Manage and Automate Unfriendly ComponentsPC Programmable with IntelliFile 1B. IntelliControl Parts Guide Proudly Made in USATabletop 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 Problem Five The Pitfalls of Mute IntelliControl Solution Software Managers to Manage MuteProblem Six Infrared Remote Controls Are Line-Of-Sight Only System Comparison 1D. Comparison of Home Theater Control Systems2A. Power Syncronization Components that Don’t Need Sync Those with Latching PowerInfrared 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 2C. Component Compatibility Infrared CompatibilityOnce Again Remember the Exception Testing Components for Sync Method Testing Components for Automation ConflictsSync Off Delay Testing the Switched AC OutletTesting 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 Mode3E. Master Keys Part 2 Special Features Automation Bypass for Manually Adjusted 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 RelayVolume Reset IR RoutingDual 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 LevelsSpecifications IntelliControl Tabletop RemoteIntelliControl Main System Unit