Niles Audio 8 manual 3E. Master Keys Part 2 Special Features

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Typically, “Play”, “Digit” commands (used to select the users favorite channel), and occasionally “Stop” commands (for other components in the system) are included in the “Ending Sequence”.

3E. Master Keys: Part 2 - Special Features

Automation Bypass for Manually Adjusted Features

Additionally, you may choose to utilize the IntelliFile II’s “Automation Bypass” feature by selecting Leave TV Alone and Leave Preamp Alone under “Scene Settings” on the “Components” Tab.

The IntelliFile®II’s “Automation Bypass” feature would be useful if you wanted a certain Master Key to be used as a “Feature Key”. Setting a Master Key up as a “Feature Key” enables it to control devices or functions which are not source components, but simply functions of a source, or functions of a peripheral device (i.e. a lighting control system, mechanical drapes, projection screen, masking devices, etc.).

After the “Feature Key” has been selected and the desired commands have been issued from the “Feature Key” page (“single” IR commands or a “Function Key Sequence” may be issued from the “Feature Key” page), you are able to reselect the original Master Key for the source you are watching to regain control over the functions of that source. The system will not reconfigure itself to the original Master Key’s default settings.

Note: If a different Master Key (other than the one selected before the Feature Key was pressed) is chosen, the “Automation Bypass” feature will not work as described, and the system will reconfigure itself to its default settings for the newly selected Master Key.

By configuring a Master Key as a manually controlled “Feature Key”, the “Automation Bypass” feature becomes a useful part of a system design whenever manual control of the system’s features (as well as automation) is desired.

Automation Bypass for a Typical Application

Normally, when the “CD” Master Key is pressed, the IntelliControl® will set the system’s Surround Sound Mode to “Stereo”. However, you may label one of your Master Keys as a “Surround Sound Feature Key” so the end-user may select a source and then manually change the surround mode from its default setting.

This is accomplished by programming the “Surround Sound” Master Key to Leave the TV alone and Leave Preamp alone, which will enable the “Automation Bypass” feature. You then program the IntelliControl®’s numeric keys on the “Surround Sound” page to enable direct access to the preamp’s different DSP surround modes (i.e. Concert Hall, Stadium, Jazz Club, etc.).

A typical listening session might go something like this: You press the “CD” Master Key and the system comes to life correctly configured to Stereo Mode. After listening for a while, you decide that one of your processor’s digital sound fields would be very well suited to the CD you are listening to. You press the “Surround Sound” Master Key and experiment with different modes until the sound is perfect.

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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 Problem One Turning the System On Solving The Problems of Conventional Home Theater OperationIntelliControl Solution Syncronization Sync 1C. Selling the SystemSystem 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 IPC-6 Current Sensing AC Power Controller Niles APC-2 Current Sensing SwitcherNiles LS-1 Light Sensor Niles OTI-512 Voltage 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 Light Sensing Testing the Video Output of a TelevisionTesting Current Sensing Testing a Component’s Control Voltage OutputPage 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 Three Preamp Power Event Two TV PowerEvent Seven Surround Mode Event Five TV Input3E. 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 Finding the Secret Back-Door Anchor Command Testing Direct IRTesting the Anchor Command 3F. Master Keys Part 3 Direct IR, Sequence IR, and ManagersDetermine the Defaults Testing the Input Manager Method3G. Master Keys Part 4 Intelligent System Turn Off Event 1 System Off Initial SequenceEvent 2 TV Auto Turn Off Event 3 Auto Volume ResetEvent 4 Preamp Auto Turn Off Event 5 Component Auto Turn OffAudio 12V Output 3I. UtilitiesVideo 12V Output and Relay Assignable 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 Connect, Power Up, and Test The Home Theater Step-by-Step Installation of a New SystemConnect and Power Up the MSU, Your PC, and the IntelliFile Check MSU Location for Freedom from InterferenceConstruct 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

8 specifications

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