Niles Audio HDLCR manual Installing a Niles MS-100 Microsensor, Setting the CTR L/R Mode

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INSTALLING A NILES MS-100 MICROSENSOR®

1.For each speaker, locate the half-inch round, molded “IR Sensor Knockout” on the baffle.

2.Lay each speaker face down on a clean carpet or rug. Put the tip of a screwdriver into the center of the round “knockout” and sharply tap the screwdriver handle as necessary.

NOTE: TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE CROSSOVER NETWORK, ALWAYS REMOVE A KNOCKOUT FROM THE REAR OF THE SPEAKER. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE A KNOCKOUT WITH THE SPEAKER FACE UP.

3.At each speaker, install the MS-100 (using its mounting hex nut and washer) until it is tightly secured.

4.Connect all MS-100 wires.

SETTING THE CTR L/R MODE

The HDLCR includes a bafﬂe-mounted CTR L/R mode switch to optimize performance in applications as either a center channel or left/right loudspeaker for front-channel use, as shown in Figure 14.

•For front left- or right-channel applications, slide the HDLCR’s mode switch to L/R.

•For center-channel use, slide the HDLCR’s mode switch to CTR.

Figure 14. The HDLCR’s CTR L/R mode switch.

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Contents Hdlcr Table of Contents CongratulationsFeatures and Benefits IntroductionINSTALLER-SELECTABLE Acoustic Fine Tuning CTR L/R Mode SwitchEasy Retrofit Installation in Your Existing Home Microperf Aluminum GrillesDolby Digital Ready Installation ConsiderationsNILES’ HD HIGH-DEFINITION Voice Matching Tools and Precautions Recommended Amplifier PowerLoudspeaker Wire Incorporating a Remote ControlPlacing the Hdlcr AS the Front Left and Right Speakers Speaker PlacementInsulating the Wall Cavity Boundary Effect Placing AN Hdlcr AS the CENTER-CHANNEL Speaker HdlcrObserve Safety First Running the Speaker Wire in NEW ConstructionInstallation Fundamentals Scheduling and Preparation About DrillingAbout Interior Walls Concealing Speaker WirePulling the Cable Planning the Speaker Wire Route About Exterior WallsSpeaker wiring Other Possible Speaker Wire Routes IncludeCutting Holes Installing the BracketNEW Construction Installing a Bracket Concealing Speaker Wire for a Future Installation Exact location of the wire on a set of plansExisting Construction Installing a Bracket Through 4 at a new locationPainting the Grille and Frame Installing the FrameFinishing the Installation Installing a Niles MS-100 Microsensor Setting the CTR L/R ModeConnecting and Installing the Speaker Connecting a speaker wire to the Hdlcr terminalsChecking Speaker Phase Acoustic Fine Tuning Adjusting the TweeterInstalling the Grille Listening AT Higher VolumesCleaning Removing the GrilleSpecifications Removing the SpeakerLimited Warranty Warranty Registration Card YesL e s a u d i o C o r p o r a t i o n