Niles Audio 8 manual 3I. Utilities

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Testing the “Input Manager” Method

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Determine the “Defaults”

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3G. Master Keys: Part 4 – Intelligent System Turn Off

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Event 1 - “System Off” Initial Sequence

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Event 2 - TV Auto Turn Off

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Event 3 - Auto Volume Reset

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Event 4 - Preamp Auto Turn Off

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Event 5 - Component Auto Turn Off

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Event 6 - “System Off” Ending Sequence

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3H. The Audio, Video, and Assignable Relays with Control Voltage Output

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Relay Voltage Limitations

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Audio 12V Output

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Video 12V Output and Relay

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Assignable 12V Output and Relay

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3I. Utilities

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ID Code

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Volume Reset

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IR Routing

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Dual TV

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Mute Manager

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Memory Usage

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4A. Using Your Original Remote Controls via an IR Repeater System

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Integrating a Second Zone

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Turning On Common Sources in Multi-Zone Systems

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Integrating the Niles RVL-6 and MRZ-6Multi-Room Controllers

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Multiple TV Array In A Media Room

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Integrating the Niles IntelliPad™ Into the Home Theater

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Integrating a Learning Touchscreen Into An IntelliControl Home Theater

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Teach the RF/IR Conversion Codes for the Master Keys, Function Keys, and System Off Key

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Step-by-Step Installation of a New System

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1. Connect, Power Up, and Test The Home Theater

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Check MSU Location for Freedom from Interference

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3. Connect and Power Up the MSU, Your PC, and the IntelliFile II

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Testing and Troubleshooting RF Transmission and Reception

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Contents IntelliControl Reference Manual Contents 2C. Component Compatibility 3I. Utilities Specifications 1A. IntelliControl Features and Benefits Complete SystemManage and Automate Unfriendly Components Automatically Unmute the SystemPC Programmable with IntelliFile Proudly Made in USA 1B. IntelliControl Parts GuideTabletop Remote Main System Unit MSU Main System Unit Top ViewPage Solving The Problems of Conventional Home Theater Operation Problem One Turning the System OnIntelliControl Solution Syncronization Sync 1C. Selling the SystemSystem 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 1D. Comparison of Home Theater Control Systems System ComparisonComponents that Don’t Need Sync Those with Latching Power 2A. Power SyncronizationInfrared Turn On/Off Requires Sync 2B. Sync Methods and Options Video SyncVolt Sync Syncing the TVNiles APC-2 Current Sensing Switcher Niles IPC-6 Current Sensing AC Power ControllerNiles LS-1 Light Sensor Niles OTI-512 Voltage SensorMaster Key Sync Features Infrared Compatibility 2C. Component CompatibilityOnce Again Remember the Exception Testing Components for Automation Conflicts Testing Components for Sync MethodTesting the Switched AC Outlet Sync Off DelayTesting the Video Output of a Source Testing the Video Output of a Television Testing Light SensingTesting Current Sensing Testing a Component’s Control Voltage OutputPage Programming Capabilities 3A. Pages, Keys, and SequencesAn Address For Every IR Command Issue a Sequence From a Function KeyPurpose of the Default Purpose of the Master Key Pages3B. Function Key Memory Limitations Purpose of the Library Pages3C. Master Key Automation Part 1 One Touch System Turn On Sync Snapshot Event One Initial SequenceEvent Two TV Power Event Three Preamp PowerEvent Seven Surround Mode Event Five TV InputAutomation Bypass for Manually Adjusted Features 3E. Master Keys Part 2 Special FeaturesAutomation Bypass for a Typical Application Installation Trick Programming TrickPress and Hold a Master Key Testing Direct IR Finding the Secret Back-Door Anchor CommandTesting the Anchor Command 3F. Master Keys Part 3 Direct IR, Sequence IR, and ManagersTesting the Input Manager Method Determine the Defaults3G. Master Keys Part 4 Intelligent System Turn Off Event 1 System Off Initial SequenceEvent 3 Auto Volume Reset Event 2 TV Auto Turn OffEvent 4 Preamp Auto Turn Off Event 5 Component Auto Turn Off3I. Utilities Audio 12V OutputVideo 12V Output and Relay Assignable 12V Output and RelayIR Routing Volume ResetDual TV Mute Manager Memory UsageIntegrating the IntelliControl with IR Repeater Systems Integrating a Second ZoneTurning On Common Sources in Multi-Zone Systems Multiple TV Array In a Media Room Integrating the Niles IntelliPad Into the Home TheaterPage Step-by-Step Installation of a New System Connect, Power Up, and Test The Home TheaterConnect and Power Up the MSU, Your PC, and the IntelliFile Check MSU Location for Freedom from InterferenceTesting and Troubleshooting RF Transmission and Reception Construct an AntennaConnect Flashers and Sync Cables Flasher Level Check Labeling CablesAdjusting Flasher Levels IR/RF Test LEDIntelliControl Tabletop Remote SpecificationsIntelliControl Main System Unit