To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
The exclamation point symbol alerts users to important operating and
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maintenance instructions in this booklet.
• Read these instructions before installing or using this product.
• This product must be installed by qualied personnel.
• Do not open the cover—there are no user-serviceable parts inside.
• Do not expose this unit to excessive heat.
• Install only in dry, indoor locations.
• Do not obstruct the ventilation slots.
• Clean the unit only with a dry or slightly dampened soft cloth.
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Getting Started
• Register your purchase at www.audioauthority.com/register to activate your warranty and for future up-
grade notication. Write the serial number from the rear of the 1156 or 1166 on the back of this manual.
• Read these instructions.
• Unpack the product and its accessories.
• Install batteries in the infrared remote control.
• Connect associated equipment (see detailed instructions in the Installation Section and Hookup Diagrams).
• Connect the product to a suitable power outlet using only the power supply furnished.
• Perform desired setup operations; the PC Conguration Utility included on the ash card is recommended.
TIP: To access the menu, press and hold the knob, and touch MENU (or press MENU on the remote).
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TIP: To perform password operations, enter “2-3-6, LOAD” on the front panel or remote control.
General Information
The Model 1166/56 High Denition AutoSelector™ complements a wide array of home theater signal sources,
video displays and audio systems. It performs selection of up to six input sources by infrared control, by a
unique AutoSelect™ process, RS-232 signals, or by manual selection. These inputs may be DVI (1166 only)
or component video and digital or analog audio, or combinations of these signal types, all delivered to the
viewer with their original vividness, brightness and clarity. A special feature of the Model 1166 is its built-in
Component-to-DVI converter, which enables the DVI output to be active regardless of the type of video available at the selected input.
NOTE: This manual addresses Model 1166 and 1156 generally but also includes references to DVI capability
which is available only on the 1166. If you are installing a Model 1156, ignore any references to DVI.
HD Home Theater Routing System
The AVAtrix is a conguration of one AutoSelector (Model 1156 or 1166) and one Model 1176 High Denition Cat 5 Matrix Router, which allows up to six remote component video outputs with digital and analog
audio. Commercial venues, such as clubs and restaurants, as well as private homes can benet by using the
AVAtrix to send selectable video and/or audio to remote locations. Six remote Wallplates (Model 9878) are
included, plus Model 1108 IR router. The Wallplates allow individual source selection by IR remote control;
the output of each Wallplate can also be controlled by the Model 1166. The 1176 delivers component video,
digital and analog audio to each 9878 Wallplate over two Cat 5 cables. The AVAtrix is expandable up to 36
remote Wallplate outputs.
MultiDriver Configurations
Not every application requires matrix router capabilities possible with the 1176. In applications where all dis-
plays are to carry the same content, use the Model 1170 High Denition Cat 5 MultiDriver™ to drive multiple
Cat 5 Wallplates with the same program content as the 1166 main component video output. This conguration
still allows switching six sources, but all outputs (up to 36) must show the same source at any given time.
Model 1156 or 1166 Carton Contents (other accessories are included with custom systems or AVAtrix)
• Model 1156 or 1166 High Denition Video AutoSelector™
• 18-volt Power Supply
• Model 1105 Infrared Remote Control with batteries
• User Manual
• Flash memory card with operational software and setup les (installed in 1166/56 ash card port)
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Other Materials You May Need
RGB
Projector
DVI
TV Display
HDMI
TV Display
DVI
TV Display
Component
Video Display
S-Video or
Composite
Video Display
DVI
1362
Y Pb Pr SourceHDMI SourcePC
DVI SourceComposite Source
13121365
1166
VGA
YPbPr
YPbPr
DVI
YPbPr
DVI
1351
1311
DVI
DVI
MAIN OUTPUT
(YPbPr) (DVI)
DVI
YPbPr
YPbPr
1365
RGBHV
HDMI
(Long Cable)
HDMI
1361
S-Video
YPbPr
• Patch cables (RCA, optical and 3.5mm).
• Infrared emitters and/or infrared remote control receivers—for Model 9878 IR functionality.
• Cat 5e/6 cable—for Models 1170 and/or 1176; consider buying a different jacket color for A and B cables.
• RJ-45 plugs—for Models 1170 and/or 1176; EZ RJ-45 plugs are recommended.
• Professional network cable tester—for Cat 5 cables; continuity testing is not adequate; the twisted pairs
must be properly matched for balanced line transmission.
Suggested Audio Authority Accessories
• Model 1170 High Denition Cat 5 MultiDriver™ Expander—each expander allows up to six Model 9878
Wallplates to deliver the same content as the Model 1166 output. Maximum 36 Wallplates per system.
• Model 1172 Audio Interface—one required for each Model 1170 or 1176. Provides a connection point for
for a separate whole house audio distribution system.
• Model 1176 High Denition Cat 5 Matrix Router—each Router allows up to six Model 9878 Wallplates to
select any one of the six source inputs to Model 1166. Maximum 36 Wallplates per system.
• Model 9878 Cat 5 HDTV Connection Plates (Wallplates)—allow Model 1170, 1171, or 1176 outputs to be
widely distributed via two Cat 5 cables per Wallplate.
• Model 1192 Rack Mounting Adapters—1166 or 1156 t 19-inch spacing on EIA rack centers (2 rack units).
• Model 1191 Rack Mounting Adapters—1170 or 1176 t 19-inch spacing on EIA rack centers (2 rack units).
• Model 1108 IR Router. Plug into the IR Out jack to allow multiple sources to be individually addressed by
9878 Wallplates. For more detail, download the 1108 manual from www.audioauthority.com.
• Model 1183 Active Video DC Blocker—for video sources with DC present in the video output.
• Model 802-567 4-port bus cable—for up to 3 expanders or routers.
• Model 802-568 7-port bus cable—for up to 6 expanders or routers.
• Model 1311 DVI + Digital Audio to HDMI Converter—for HDMI TV displays.
• Model 1312 HDMI to DVI + Digital Audio Converter—for HDMI sources.
• Model 1351 DVI Repeater—for long DVI cable runs.
• Model 1391 HDMI EQ/Extender—for long HDMI cable runs.
• Model 1361 Down Converter—converts component video to composite video.
• Model 1362 Up Converter—converts composite or S-video signals to component video or VGA.
• Model 1365 Video Scaler—converts YPbPr to RGVHV or VGA to YPbPr.
• Audio Authority DVI and HDMI high quality connecting cables and DVI-HDMI adapters.
Video Converter Illustrations
Many possibilities exist for
adapting or actively converting
various signal types to work with
the 1166. Refer to the accessory
descriptions above. Dotted lines
show alternate congurations.
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Panel Descriptions
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MENUAUTO
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SCAN
DISPLAY
ENTER
Shown on the page opposite are the front and back views of the 1166. The 1156 is the same, but without DVI
connections. Below is a view of the 1105 Infrared Remote Control. Each Model 1166 or 1156 includes one
1105; additional 1105 Remotes may be purchased separately.
Model 1105 IR Remote Control
This full featured remote control is useful in basic AutoSelector installations for switching source signals
to the main output, but it also can be used in an 1176 application to switch source signals to individual
Wallplate outputs.
Double click to change from Residential to Professional Mode
MENU key used to access 1166 setup menu
*ZONE key used to select
a group of Wallplates
*UNIT key used to select
a single Wallplate
ENTER key used to make
menu selections
*SCAN keys used to browse
1166 inputs or navigation
*Alpha keys used for navigation
Numeric keys 1-6 used for instant
source input selection and navigation
AUTO key used to turn ON/OFF Signal
Sensing AutoSelect functionality
*ZERO key used to switch between
Residential and Professional Modes
*ALL key used to select all Wallplates
*SOURCE key used to select source
input to Wallplates (Double click for
main output control in Pro Mode)
DISPLAY (up/down) used to dim 1166
panel display and for navigation
* These keys only work when an 1176 Matrix Router is part of the system.
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701-12362C
RS-232 CONTROL
IN
IR
OUT
18V DC
POWER
Y
Pb
Pr
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO
DVI VIDEO
Y
Pb
Pr
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO
DVI VIDEO
VIDEO
Y
Pb
Pr
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO
DVI VIDEO
VIDEO
Y
Pb
Pr
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO
DVI VIDEO
VIDEO
Y
Pb
Pr
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO
DVI VIDEO
VIDEO
Y
Pb
Pr
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO
DVI VIDEO
VIDEO
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO
DVI VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
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FLASH CARD
High Definition AutoSelector
654321
FLASH CARD PORT
Save and load setup
files or use to upgrade
firmware
RS-232 PORT
Control 1166 behavior
using a remote control
system
INFRARED IN
Control 1166 behavior
using separate control
signals
INFRARED OUT
Used only with
1170 or 1176 and
compatible IR products
(see Appendix A)
POWER JACK
Use only the included
18V power supply
NAVIGATION AND ENTER KNOB
and touch MENU to enter setup mode)
Turn knob to navigate on-screen menus,
press knob to enter (press and hold knob
MENU KEY
pressing the knob to
enter the setup menu
Modes, or touch while
Switches between Resi-
dential and Professional
SOFT KEY
scroll or AUTO on/off)
on the display (usually
Performs the task indicated
INPUT SELECTION
are also used for setup
main output; these keys
Press a key to switch the
corresponding input to the
DVI VIDEO MAIN OUPUT
coaxial and optical outputs
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT JACKS
signals are available on the DVI output
DVI input signals and converted YPbPr input
All digital audio inputs are available at the
COMPONENT VIDEO JACKS
are available on YPbPr jacks
Component video input signals
LEFT/RIGHT AUDIO OUTPUT JACKS
are available on these output jacks
Left and right analog audio input signals
DISPLAY
(four brightness levels)
Press to dim the display
commands
IR WINDOW
Receives infrared
When lit,
power is on
POWER LED
DVI VIDEO INPUT*
DVI input port for position 1
DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT JACKS
Optical OR coaxial inputs for position
1 (DO NOT connect both digital audio
outputs from the same source)
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LEFT/RIGHT ANALOG AUDIO INPUT JACKS
Connect to every source for proper
Signal Sensing AutoSelection functionality
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
YPbPr input port for position 1 (these analog
signals are automatically converted to DVI)
*DVI capability is only available on the Model 1166. DVI signals are not available on 1176 or 1170 Wallplate outputs.
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Installation
You may wish to consult with a qualied custom electronics installer if you are inexperienced with DVI,
HDMI/HDCP, component video connections and compatibility. If you are installing 1170 or 1176 (AVAtrix),
you should be familiar with Cat 5 cable termination tools, testing and techniques.
Note: This manual addresses Model 1166 and 1156 generally but also includes references to DVI capability which is available only on the 1166. If you are installing a Model 1156, ignore the references to DVI.
1.
Pre-Setup. Setup can be performed very conveniently using the Model 1166 PC Conguration Utility.
Setup may also be performed through the 1166 front panel controls, or using the 1105 remote).
a. To set up the 1166 using a PC, remove the ash card from the slot in the rear panel of the 1166
and insert it in an MMC/SD compatible card reader. The utility should launch automatically in any
Windows™ operating system. See page 14 for a screen shot of the Utility. Click the Help button for
detailed instructions. If the utility is not already loaded onto the ash memory card, you may download it from our website at www.audioauthority.com/downloads.php at any time.
b. After saving the setup conguration le, insert the Flash Card into the card slot on the upper right
corner of the back of the Model 1166. Apply power, go to the SETUP menu, choose SAVE/LOAD
FILE, and follow the instructions on the screen.
2. Stacking. Follow these steps if you are installing Models 1170, 1172, 1176 or other Audio Authority
stacking models with your 1156 or 1166. Disconnect power before performing these steps.
a. Lay the Model 1166 upside down on a protective surface, such as a terry cloth towel.
b. Remove the four feet and the bus port cover and save them and their attaching screws for later use.
c. Plug one end of the bus cable (purchased separately) into the port visible through the case open-
ing—apply enough pressure with ngers or a wooden or plastic tool to assure that the plug is completely seated. This bus cable carries component video, digital audio, and analog audio signals from
the 1166/56 to the other products in the stack.
d. Turn the next product to be stacked upside down (e.g. Model 1170 or 1176), thread the bus cable
through its bus ports, and engage its four threaded studs with the four threaded holes in the Model
1166 formerly occupied by the feet.
e. Tighten the hex head screws in the bottom of the stacking product in sequence a few turns each, until
they are all snug.
f. Carefully plug the bus cable into the port. Continue this stacking
procedure until all units have been stacked. Always plug the last
connector of the bus into the bottom unit, pushing any excess cable
into the empty space inside the unit. View the bus through the bus
port to be sure all plugs are fully seated. To disconnect a bus plug,
squeeze the side latches.
g. Install the bus port cover and feet you removed from Model 1166
onto the bottom unit and turn the stack right side up.
h. Set the Address dial on each Model 1172 and/or 1176 (Model 1170
does not require addressing)–set the upper-most Model 1176 address to “A”, the next one to “B”, and so on.
i. Temporarily plug in the power supplies of all units to a plug strip
so that you can turn them all on at one time. The opening screen
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on the Model 1166 display will indicate that the unit
is powered and how many expanders have been recognized. If this number is different from the number
actually present, look for the bus not being fully
plugged into a unit or a unit incorrectly addressed.
1156 or 1166
REMOVE FEET AND
INSTALL ON LAST
EXPANDER
REMOVE BUS PORT
COVER AND INSTALL ON
LAST EXPANDER
Stacking Components
This diagram shows the parts and locations for
stacking components. The procedure must be
performed with the units upside down.
THREADED
STUDS
1170 or 1176
BUS
CABLE
BUS PORT
BUS PORT COVER
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3. Rack Mount Adapters. Do these steps if you are installing this product or a stack of products in a 19-inch
equipment rack.
a. Remove the cover screws adjacent to the front panel of each product and use them to mount Model
1192 (for Model 1156/66) or Model 1191 (for Model 1170/72/76) rack adapters. Be sure to place a
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spacer under the adapters at every screw location.
b. Use a straight-edge to line up rack adapters on a stack of product before tightening the screws.
CAUTION! This product will be damaged if
spacers are not used on every adapter screw.
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IMPORTANT!
Do not mount adapters
without spacers
4. Setting in Place. Place the Model 1166 on its shelf or in the rack. If rack mounting, secure it to the rails
with the screws supplied with the rack adapter kits.
5. Model 1156/66 Hookup. Connect sources, receiver and monitor in these steps.
a. If the AutoSelect feature is to be used, decide now if any devices should be connected directly to the
TV or receiver, particularly if the sources include a device that can record (see below).
b. Connect each source unit to its respective set of Model 1166 input jacks.
c. Use good quality cables and keep the runs under 6 feet if possible, especially for DVI and compo-
nent video connections—Audio Authority cables are recommended.
d. In the event of very long DVI cable runs, add an Audio Authority Model 1351 Repeater. Please see
the diagram on page 5.
e. If a source has HDMI output, add an Audio Authority Model 1312 HDMI-to-DVI Converter.
f. Connect either, but NOT BOTH optical and coaxial digital audio. Connect all the other signals avail-
able from the source unit: DVI, component video and analog audio.
Video Recorders and AutoSelect
AutoSelect is an exclusive Audio Authority feature designed to automatically select the active input. The Model 1166 uses
input signal changes to determine which one of the six inputs to select. AutoSelect is ideal if most components will not be
powered at one time, because the 1166 looks for newly appearing inputs as one of its decision criteria.
However, another factor must also be considered–you will generally want to keep any source that records, such as a personal
video recorder or PVR, powered up so it can record even when not playing. When a PVR begins to record, it may fool the
Model 1166 into selecting the PVR input, interrupting the device you actually intended to watch. If this happens in your
system, the one way to avoid the problem is to connect the outputs of a PVR directly to a home theater receiver or television
instead of the 1166. The PVR can then be chosen with infrared-controlled manual selection when desired.
High output noise level or other signal deciencies from a source may cause the Model 1166 AutoSelect logic to fail. If this
happens frequently, the best solution is to deactivate AutoSelect and use the Model 1105 IR Remote (included). You may also
teach the Model 1166 the desired codes of the IR remotes belonging to the sources.
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g. If a source has HDMI but not DVI output, connect Audio Authority Model 1312 between the source
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
W-O O W-GR BL W-BL GR W-BR BR
Pair 2Pair 4Pair 1
Pair 3
T568B Pair Assignments
Modular Jack (RJ-45)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
W-O O W-GR BL W-BL GR W-BR BR
Pair 2Pair 4Pair 1
Pair 3
T568B Pair Assignments
Modular Jack (RJ-45)
and its DVI and digital audio jacks on the Model 1166.
h. Connect the television monitor and audio system to the Output jacks, using DVI only, or both DVI
and component video ports if desired. Use either optical or coaxial digital audio outputs, but NOT
BOTH. Use the analog audio output only if the audio system lacks a digital audio input. If the TV
monitor requires HDMI, connect an Audio Authority Model 1311 DVI-to-HDMI Converter. NOTE:
Some HDMI displays will not work correctly with a DVI signal converted to HDMI after a switch-
ing device. If your display works properly at rst, but fails to work after being turned off and then
on, contact the factory for assistance.
6. Model 1170 or 1176 Wallplate Hookup.
If Wallplates are a part of this system, connect them to the stack
now. Caution! Do not connect A and B cables incorrectly. Do not apply system power until cables are
tested and A and B connections are veried.
a. Pull two lengths of good quality Category 5e or 6 UTP cable from the main system to each Wallplate
location. Carefully mark cables of each pair A and B; if they are connected incorrectly, damage to
the Wallplate may result. It is best to use a different cable jacket color, or label each end for A and B
to ensure proper connection.
b. Install an RJ-45 plug on each end, using EIA-568B pairing (pins 1-2,
3-6, 4-5, 7-8). Check each cable with a professional network cable
tester before plugging it into the 1100 Series system. Continuity testing is not adequate! The twisted pairs must be properly matched for
balanced line transmission.
c. Plug the pairs of cables into the output jacks on the Model 1170s.
Carefully plug cables A and B into the correct A and B jacks.
d. Plug a pair of cables into each Model 9878 Wallplate. Be sure to
plug cable A into jack A and cable B into jack B. Do not mount the
Wallplates permanently yet.
e. Adjust the Cable Length Compensation control on each Wallplate according to the distance of that
unit from the head end. Set the dial to the nearest number of hundreds of feet of cable distance. After
system power up (see 7, below) use an HD source and display to ne tune each cable length compensation setting.
f. Mount Wallplates
7. Initial Testing.
and plug the power supplies into a plug strip so that all units can be turned on at one time.
a. Power indicators on the Model 1166, all stacked units and all installed Wallplates should be on.
b. The opening screen on the Model 1166 display indi
cates that the unit is powered and how many expanders have been recognized. That number is zero if the
Model 1166 is used alone.
c. If you see an address error, enter the setup menu and
choose Diagnostics. The 1170/72/76 Diagnostics
screen allows real time address feedback. Make necessary adjustments to the 1176 and 1172 address dials
(see page 8) and exit.
d. Apply power to all associated equipment. Touch the
input selection keys to manually select sources to
verify video and audio signal integrity.
after initial testing.
Plug the power supply furnished with each 1100 Series product into its respective unit,
-
Opening screen showing zero 1170s and zero 1176s.
Diagnostic screen showing the second 1176 addressed incorrectly.
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e. If both component video and DVI are connected to the video display, test the display both ways by
switching its inputs. Any component video sources should also be shown with the TV in DVI mode.
8. Real-time Setup. If setup congurations were not downloaded from the ash card (page 8), perform
desired setup tasks. For convenience, the PC Conguration Utility is recommended for most setup tasks,
but all tasks may also be performed using the front panel controls or remote control. As a minimum, it is
recomended that you enter custom source names and save your setup conguration to the ash card.
To enter the Setup Menu, press and hold the knob, and touch the Menu key (or simply press Menu on the
remote). Use the knob to navigate to each setup option, press the knob to select it, then follow on screen
instructions (see page 15 for a Setup Menu Chart).
9. Remote Control Methods.
Four different remote control methods may be used with the 1156/66.
a. Native remote; use Model 1105.
b. Source or universal remotes; commands can be learned by 1156/66 using the Learn IR Codes setup
screen (see section 10 below).
c. Home automation systems can learn the Model 1166’s IR codes along with the codes of the sources
and can output a macro containing source controls and Model 1166 selection controls. Follow the
manufacturers instructions to teach the automation system numeric 1 through 6 from the Model
1105, as needed. Some automation systems allow 1105 codes to be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website and then loaded into the automation system controller.
d. RS-232 commands. System controllers capable of RS-232 communication can be connected to the
serial port on the Model 1166. To program such controllers, refer to Appendix B in this manual.
10. Using Infrared Control.
a. If you are using standard handheld remote controls, ensure correct operation by eliminating sources of
light pollution such as direct sunlight, uorescent light, etc.
b. If you are using a home automation system (such as Crestron, AMX, CQC, or Control4), provide a contact
emitter or blaster from the infrared system to stimulate the Model 1166’s optical IR receiver, or patch the
IR signal directly to the IR input port on the rear panel using a 3.5mm cable (see page 7).
11. Infrared Learning.
In addition to using the Model 1105 remote, or using other learning remotes to send
1105 commands, the 1166 can learn to respond to existing commands from source remotes. This control
method offers versatility and precision in source selection with a small investment of time to teach the IR
commands to the 1166. Following are steps to learn IR codes from source remotes.
a. Use the Learn IR Codes setup screen to teach the Model 1166 one “key” code for each source unit.
For example, for a media player, let the Model 1166 learn its “play” key, then, when that key is
pressed to start the player, the Model 1166 will immediately select its output. On a set top box, one
might pick the “enter” key to prompt the Model 1166 to switch when a channel has been selected.
b. Audio Authority Model 1108 IR Router (included in AVAtrix) addresses the problem of controlling
multiple identical sources from a Wallplate. The Model 1108, when used with individual IR emitters
attached to the sources, routes the IR command from a Wallplate to the appropriate source only.
12. Remote Wallplates. The Cat 5 cables carrying audio and video to the Wallplates also provide a pathway
for infrared signals to be returned to the 1170 or 1176.
a. Plug an Infrared Control Receiver into the 3.5mm jack on each Wallplate used with a Model 1176
that is to have source selection capability. (Use only compatible receivers without power supply–see
Appendix A.)
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b. Infrared commands returned from a Wallplate to Model 1176 can immediately select the source to be
played on that Wallplate.
c. 1176: IR commands returned from a Wallplate to Model 1176 containing code intended for source
units or other equipment are repeated through the IR Output jack on the Model 1166. If a compatible
infrared control system is in place, and remote sensing of IR inputs from Wallplate locations is desired, patch the IR Output jack to an input of the IR control system. Do not use IR connecting blocks
other than Model 1108 (see “Using Compatible Infrared Products” in Appendix A of this manual).
d. 1170: All IR commands returned from a Wallplate to Model 1170 are repeated only through the IR
Output jack and perform no function within the switching system.
Troubleshooting
If the 1156 or 1166 system fails to respond as expected, use the outline below to nd the cause or narrow
the possibilities. If your question is not answered in this guide, call Audio Authority Technical Support at
800-322-8346. Visit www.audioauthority.com for rmware upgrades and other information.
Symptom Possible Cause(s)
No DVI video on monitorNon-HDCP monitor*;
Passively adapted HDMI source and monitor** (Use Model 1312 to convert source
signals)
DVI picture has artifactsCable(s) too long or poor quality (Use Model 1351 DVI Repeater for long cable runs)
DVI switching has delayNormal result of HDCP handshaking
Switches to undesired input with Auto offWrong IR code stored
Switches to undesired input in Auto modeRecording source giving false switch criteria (turn Auto OFF or connect recording source
directly to TV)
Does not autoselect a certain sourceDigital or analog audio not available or connected;
A source is recording
Does not respond to a learned IR command Wrong IR code learned or IR remote cannot be learned
Does not respond to RS-2321166 commands not stored in remote control system (see Appendix B)
Does not repeat a certain IR remoteSome IR remotes cannot be processed;
IR Output not connected to IR system
Expander is not recognizedBus cable loose, 1170, 1172 and 1176 incorrectly addressed, or power supply not
connected (Use Diagnostics in 1166 setup menu)
* The 1166 will not correct source/display incompatible conditions that may occur when the sources or display are not HDCP compliant.
** The 1166 may not function properly with a system including both an HDMI soure and an HDMI display without active conversion using Model 1311 and
1312 (see page 5).
Performing an Operating System Upgrade from a Flash Card
1. Place flash card containing the latest operating system data into card slot at rear of 1156/66.
2. Press encoder knob and touch “menu” key. Setup screen appears. Scroll and choose “Save/Load File”.
5. Scroll and select the latest operating system (e.g. “06 Feb 2007 1166 Sys 2.0”).
After you select the version you want the screen displays “Downloading...” This step takes up to a minute. After the
screen displays “Completed” the unit reboots several times.
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Customizing the 1156 or 1166
One of the features that sets the Model 1156 or 1166 apart from other products is customization. It is easy to
apply your own source names, create zones and apply zone names, lock out certian functions, and add contact
information. The easiest way to
congure the system is to use the
PC Conguration Utility, shown at
the right; however, any congura-
tion may be performed via the front
panel controls and/or remote control. Refer to the Setup Menu Chart
below.
Setup Menu Chart
Settings (Options)
Lockout AutoSelect Prevents AutoSelect from being activated by the front panel or IR.
Lockout Front Panel Keys Lockout all front panel keys except for Display and the key sequence for Setup
Menu access.
Lockout Front Panel IR Detector Ignores any IR commands visible from the front panel IR window; IR input jack
on rear is still active.
Enable Display BlankingEnables blanking of display after 45 seconds of inactivity (keytouch or IR).
Name the Sources Assign default, custom and custom long names to each source.
Learn IR Commands Teach the Model 1166 which IR commands of associated equipment to follow.
Name the ZonesChoose zone names from a list or enter custom zone names.
Assign Output Zones Divide the array of Model 1176 Wallplate outputs into geographic or functional
zones.
Save/Load File
Save Current Setup to Flash Card Save the current setup configuration to memory card in rear slot. Does not
overwrite any existing setup files.
Load New Setup from Flash CardScan and load setup data saved from an 1166 or saved from the 1166PC
Configuration Utility.
Load Demonstration Setup Loads example setup including custom short and long source names and 24
simulated remote Wallplate locations.
Load Default Setup Clears user setup and loads factory default setup.
Upgrade 1156/66 Operating System Choose from available 1156/66 operating system firmware files on the flash
memory card to install a firmware upgrade.
Contact InstallerThe installer may enter contact information for the owner’s convenience. Enter
up to four lines of information, 42 characters per line.
Diagnostics 1176 Address Diagnostic shows letter address of all detected 1176 expanders.
Other diagnostics may be added in later system firmware releases.
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Naming the Sources
While naming the sources is not required, source names greatly enhance the usability of your entire system. It
is easy to customize your source names using the PC Conguration Utility (shown on the previous page), but
the names can also be chosen using the 1166 front panel controls.
Each long name can be up to 13 characters, and the short names can be up to 4 characters. The text edit tools
are indicated along the bottom of the screen: Case/Number/Symbol, Skip Back, Skip Forward, Overstrike/Insert, and Delete. Touch the corresponding key to use an editing tool. The Case tool allows upper and lower
case letters, numbers, or symbols. Note: using all upper case generally yields the best results.
Customizing source names makes it easier to navigate your audio/video
system.
The text edit tools are indicated along the bottom of the screen: Case, Skip
Back, Skip Forward, Overstrike/Insert, and Delete.
Naming and Assigning Wallplate Zones
Professional mode allows the Wallplate outputs to be monitored and controlled from the 1156 or 1166 front
panel. The Zone View displays a list of up to six zones and indicates which source has been assigned to each
zone. This view makes it easy to monitor and manage the content being shown on video displays in different
rooms or areas from a central location. The number of zones is limited to six.
The Zone view allows the user to see the name of the locations and the
sources. Asterisk (*) indicates that one or more of the Wallplates in the zone
has been assigned a different source than the one shown.
To create custom zones, enter the setup menu and select Name the Zones. Choose names from a list or enter
custom short and long zone names for each zone. Exit the Name the Zones screen and select Assign Output
Zones. A view of the Assign Output Zones screen is shown above at the right. Any Wallplate can be assigned
to any or all zones, and the Main output can belong to any or all zones. Notice that each row of the grid represents one 1176 Matrix Router. To the left is the address letter of each 1176. Above is the output number of the
Wallplate output in each column.
1 2 3 4 5 6
Zone Name
Zone Number
To assign a Wallplate to a zone, use the knob or up/down/left/right keys on the remote control to highlight a
Wallplate. Touch the number key(s) of the zone(s) to which this Wallplate should belong. (Zones are numbered 1-6 as noted in th example above.) To remove a Wallplate from a zone, touch the number key again.
In the example shown above at right, both Wallplate 1 and Main belong to Zone 1 which is named LVRM.
Plate 2 belongs to BED1 (Zone 3) and so on. It is usually helpful to write down a list of Wallplates for each
zone before assigning zones, especially if your system is very large or complex.
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Residential Operation
The Model 1166 or 1156 allows you to select which of up to six video/audio sources to play through your
home theater system. In addition, if you have an AVAtrix, the source being displayed at each Wallplate can
be controlled by the Model 1156/66 and, if the Wallplate location is equipped with an infrared receiver, the
source can be selected using an infrared remote control in the room where the Wallplate is located. You may
wish to use Professional mode if your system is an AVAtrix or includes 1176 matrix expanders. To switch
between Residential and Professional, press the MENU key, or the ZERO key on the 1105 remote control.
If your whole-house video distribution system uses Model 1170s, all Wallplate locations automatically display
the same program content as the Main Output of the Model 1156/66. Residential mode is appropriate for this
type of system.
In Residential mode, the normal screen displays the custom long name of the selected source, the six short
names of the sources, which of these sources is currently selected to the Main Output (highlighted short
name), which sources are currently active (overscored
short name), and whether AutoSelect™ is On or Off.
Ask your professional installer whether you should use
AutoSelect™ or another method of source selection.
Residential Mode in Unit view. Press Menu key to change to Professional.
Key Sequence Examples for Residential Mode
This table explains how to perform example tasks using front panel controls or IR remote control while in
Residential Mode. To navigate using the front panel controls in the Select Remote Sources screen, rotate the
knob to move the cursor, press the knob to change directions (up/down vs. left/right).
1105 Remote Control
Changing the source on the
Main Output
Changing the source on a
remote Wallplate
Changing the source for a
zone of Wallplates
Changing the source for all
Wallplates
Assign a Wallplate to Zone 3Press Menu; press the down key and select Assign Output Zones by pressing Enter;
Press the desired number key or press the Left/Right Scan keys.
Press Zero; press Unit; use the up/down/left/right keys to highlight the Wallplate;
press the Number key for the desired source.
Press Zero; press Zone (if necessary); use the up/down keys to highlight the desired
zone; touch the Number key for the desired source.
Press Zero; press All; press the Number key for the desired source. (Press Enter to
undo.)
navigate to the Wallplate you wish to assign using up/down and left/right keys;
press 3 for Zone 3.
1166 Front Panel Controls
Changing the source on the
Main Output
Changing the source on a
remote Wallplate
Changing the source for a
zone of Wallplates
Changing the source for all
Wallplates
Touch the desired Number key or turn the knob.
Touch Menu; turn the knob to navigate; when the desired Wallplate is highlighted,
touch the desired Number key.
Touch Menu; Touch soft key until Zone is indicated; turn the knob to select the zone
number desired; touch the desired Number key to assign a source.
Touch Menu; Touch soft key until All is indicated; touch the desired Number key to
assign a source. (Press the knob to undo.)
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Professional Operation
The Professional mode is designed to allow easy control
of 1176 (AVAtrix) remote Wallplate outputs from the
Model 1166 or 1156. If your system does not include
an 1176, use the Residential Mode. Switch between
Residential and Professional by touching the front panel
Menu key or by pressing the Zero key on the remote.
Professional mode in Unit view. Press soft key to change views.
The Professional screen displays the source currently
assigned to each Wallplate or zone and allows you
to choose a new source for each Wallplate or zone. A
special zone view is also available for a more detailed
overview of the sources assigned to each zone. If the
Professional mode in Zone view. (Not available if no zones are assigned.)
Wallplate location is equipped with an infrared receiver,
the source can also be selected using an infrared remote control in the area where the Wallplate is located.
In Professional mode, the Unit screen displays the array of remote outputs (if Model 1176s are present).
Along the bottom, it displays the six short names of the sources, which of these sources is currently selected
to the Main Output (highlighted short name), and which sources are currently active (overscored short name).
To the left it displays the virtual Main, All and Zone keys. Note: to access Main on the remote, double-press
the Source key.
Key Sequence Examples for Professional Mode
This table explains how to perform example tasks using front panel controls or IR remote control while in
Professional Mode. To navigate using the front panel controls, rotate the knob to move the cursor, press the
knob to change directions (up/down vs. left/right).
1105 Remote Control
Changing the source on the
Main Output
Changing the source on a
remote Wallplate
Changing the source for a
zone of Wallplates
Changing the source for all
Wallplates
Assign a Wallplate to Zone 3 Press Menu; press the down key and select Assign Output Zones by pressing Enter;
1166 Front Panel Controls
Changing the source on the
Main Output
Changing the source on a
remote Wallplate
Changing the source for a
zone of Wallplates
Changing the source for all
Wallplates
Double-press the Source key to indicate Main; press the desired number key or use
the Scan keys.
Press Unit; press Letter and Number key for the desired Wallplate; press Source;
press the Number key for the desired source. Alternative: use the up/down/left/
right keys to highlight the Wallplate; press the Number key for the desired source.
Press Zone; use the up/down keys to show the desired zone; touch the Number key
for the desired source.
Press All; press the Number key for the desired source input. (Press Enter to undo.)
Main is not included in this command.
navigate to the Wallplate you wish to assign using up/down and left/right keys;
press 3 for Zone 3.
Press the soft key until Main is indicated; touch the desired Number key or turn the
knob.
Press the soft key until Unit is indicated; use the knob to highlight the desired
Wallplate; touch the desired Number key.
Press the soft key until Zone is indicated; turn the knob to show the desired zone;
touch the desired Number key.
Press the soft key until All is indicated; touch the desired Number key. (Press the
knob to undo.)
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1166 Source Input and Main Output Connections
COMPONENT VIDEO SOURCEDVI SOURCEHDMI SOURCE
DVI SOURCECOMPONENT VIDEO SOURCE
Model 1312 HDMI
to DVI+Digital
Audio Converter
DIGITAL RECEIVER
OR AMPLIFIER
DVI TELEVISION
DISPLAY
From Home
Theater
Controller
AAACVD
AA
AC
VC
AAAO
VD
AAACVCAAACVD
AA
AC
VD
VC
IR to 1166
RS-232 to 1166
18V
Power
Supply
LEGEND
VC Video-component
VD Video-DVI
AC Audio-coax (Digital)
AO Audio-optical (Digital)
AA Audio-analog Stereo
Up to six sources may be connected to the Model 1166 or 1156 AutoSelector (1166 shown below). An HDMI
source requires a model 1312 HDMI to DVI adapter. All available connections should be made, with the
exception of digital audio; only one of the two digital audio connections should be made for each source. (See
page 11 for instructions.)
HOME THEATER RECEIVER
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Multiple Wallplates may be connected to a Model 1166 with Model 1176 Matrix Routers. A single 1176 has
a capacity of six Wallplates. IR signals sent over Cat 5 through the 1176 are then sent through the 1166 and
retransmitted on the IR ouput jack. IR signals from the 1105 (or other enabled remotes) are interpreted by the
1176 and affect only the output of the Wallplate originating the IR. If the system has multiple sources sharing
the same IR code, a Model 1108 Multi-source IR Router should be used.
Model 9878 Detail
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(all units display the same input as 1166 Main Output)
To IR
distribution
system
18V Power
Supplies to
Power Strip
Two runs of
Cat 5e/6 per
Wallplate
9878
Wallplate
9878
Wallplate
9878
Wallplate
9878
Wallplate
1170 MultiDriver Expander Connections
Multiple Wallplates may be connected to a Model 1166 with Model 1170 MultiDrivers. A single 1170 has a
capacity of six Wallplates. IR signals sent over Cat 5 and through to the 1170 are then sent through the 1166
and retransmitted on the IR ouput jack. 1105 IR signals from Wallplates connected through the 1170 do not
control switching.
Model 9878 Detail
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1176
1166 or 1156
Remote
Control
Xantech® 291-00
IR Receiver
or equivalent
12 Volt receiver
Xantech® 282M
IR Emitter or
equivalent
Do not use a connection
block or signal amplifier
with the 1166 or 1156.
Two-wire
IR blaster or
emitter
Connect IR receiver directly
to the Wallplate - DO NOT
use a connecting block.
-OR-
Source 1
Source 2
Source 3
Source 1
Source 2
Source 3
9878
Wallplate
Tip = Signal
Sleeve = Ground
WARNING: Use onlynon-powered emitters,withoutconnectingblock.
Unlike other Audio Authority products, the 1100 series has an active IR pathway, allowing it topowertheIRreceiversconnectedtotheWallplates,anddriveemittersconnectedtothe1166.Donot use powered IR systems that are designed to use a separate power source or your equipmentcouldbedamaged.The1166powersIRreceiverswith12volts;donotuseIRreceiversdesignedfor any other voltage.
A single emitter or
blaster may be
connected to the IR
output jack, or use the
Model 1108 when
multiple sources must
be controlled.
Tip = Signal
Ring = Ground
Sleeve=+12Volts
WARNING: Connectreceivers (12V only)directly to Wallplate,withoutconnectingblock.
Emitter Pinout
A passive emitter usuallyhas a two-conductor plug.
Receiver Pinout
Receivers are poweredby 12 volts on the slevecontact of the 9878Wallplate IR jack.
Model 1108
IR ROUTER
Appendix A: Using Compatible Infrared Products
Tip = Signal
Sleeve = Ground
WARNING: Use only
non-powered emitters,
without connecting block.
Tip = Signal
Ring = Ground
Sleeve = +12 Volts
WARNING: Connect
receivers (12V only)
directly to Wallplate,
without connecting block.
Emitter Pinout
A passive emitter usually
has a two-conductor plug.
Receiver Pinout
Receivers are powered
by 12 volts on the sleeve
contact of the 9878
Wallplate IR jack.
Unlike other Audio Authority products, the 1100 series has an active, 12 volt IR pathway that allows it to
power the IR receivers connected to the Wallplates, and drive emitters connected to the 1156/66. Do not use
powered IR systems that are designed to use a separate power source or your equipment could be damaged.
The 1166 powers IR receivers with 12 volts; do not use IR receivers designed for any other voltage.
Note: 1105 IR commands sent from Wallplate IR ports are not passed to the 1166 IR Output jack.
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Appendix B: RS-232 Serial Protocol
Model 1166 and 1156 with or without Model 1176 expanders can be controlled via RS-232 from a PC or
dedicated controller. Follow the specications and command protocol described below.
Guidelines
The RS-232 control port on the 1156/66 is xed at
9600 baud. There is no provision for ow control
(XON/XOFF, DTR, etc.). On power up, the 1156/66
echoes any received character, but that echo function
may be turned off as described at the end of this section to prevent corruption of replies.
Definitions
Command: String received by the 1156/66 from the
controlling hardware. Commands are not case sensitive and may be 7 or 8-bit with Odd, Even, Space,
Mark, or No parity. The only characters recognized
are: letters (a-z and A-Z), numbers (0-9), brackets
([ and ]), signs (+ and -), and the question mark (?).
All other characters, including spaces and commas,
are optional and may be either included for clarity or
omitted entirely.
Response: String transmitted by the 1156/66 to the
controlling hardware. Responses are 8-bit with no
parity. Responses are transmitted as noted below,
and always have a C/R L/F sequence (0x0d, 0x0a)
after each line.
Query: A special command that requests the current
status of one or more connections or settings, but
does not change any operation within the 1156/66.
A query must always contain the ? question mark
character.
Parameters: Values contained within commands
and responses which identify zones, sources,
Wallplates, and router devices.
j: zone in range {1-6}
m: source in range {1-6}
n: Wallplate in range {1-6}
x: A/V router device in range {A-L}
In this document, braces { and } are used to signify
ONE of the enclosed characters. For example, {L,U}
would mean either of the two characters L or U.
Extended Command Set:
All valid commands receive a response.
Command:Response:Description:
[C,M,Im](M,Im)Connect main output to source
m
[C,Rx,On,Im](Rx,On,Im)Connect Wallplate n of A/V
router x to source m
[C,X,Im](X,Im)Connect all Wallplates on all
A/V routers to source m
[C,Zj,Im](Zj,Im)Connect all outputs in zone j
to source m
[L,P](P,L)Lock out front panel controls
[U,P](P,U)Unlock front panel controls
[L,I](I,L)Lock out internal I/R receiver
[U,I](I,U)Unlock internal I/R receiver
[L,A](A,L)Lock out AutoSelect function
[U,A](A,U)Unlock AutoSelect function
[+,B](B,+)Turn on display blanking after
45 seconds of inactivity
[-,B](B,-)Turn off display blanking
[+,P](P,+)Select Professional Screen
[-,P](P,-)Select Residential Screen
[+,A](A,+)Turn on AutoSelect if not
disabled (see Q+, Q- below)
[-,A](A,-)Turn off AutoSelect
Query:Response:Description:
[?,C,Rx,On](Rx,On,Im)Query unit connection
[?,C,M](M,Im)Query main connection
[?,C,X]see belowQuery all connections
[?,{L,U},P](P,{L,U})Query status of panel lockout
[?,{L,U},I](I,{L,U})Query status of internal I/R
lockout
[?,{L,U},A](A,{L,U})Query status of AutoSelect
lockout
[?,{+,-},B](B,{+,-})Query status of Display blank-
ing
[?,{+,-},P](P,{+,-})Query status of Display
Screen
[?,{+,-},A](A,{+,-})Query status of AutoSelect
function
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Any command not in the Exended Command Set
which begins with a left bracket [ and ends with
a right bracket ] is an invalid command and the
1156/66 responds with the string (ERROR).
Response to [?,C,X] :
(RA,O1,Im)(RA,O2,Im)(RA,O3,Im)(RA,O4,Im)
(RA,O5,Im)(RA,O6,Im)(RB,O1,Im)(RB,O2,Im)
(RB,O3,Im)(RB,O4,Im)(RB,O5,Im)(RB,O6,Im)
. . . through all devices . . .
(M,Im)
Power Up, Extended Commands and their Effect on Echo Function
On power up, the 1156/66 sends the string (RESET). The 1156/66 also echoes any data received
on the RS-232 port. If any valid normal command
is received (commands beginning and ending with
brackets [ and ]), the 1156/66 ceases echoing charac
ters to prevent these echoed characters from corrupting responses. The echo function remains off until
the 1156/66 is reset, either by interrupting power or
by double-pressing the front panel knob.
Abbreviated Command Set:
Only query commands receive a response
Command:Response:Description:
Mm(no response) Connect main output to
source m
Uxnm(no response)
Xm(no response) Connect all Wallplates on all
Zjm(no response)
P(no response) Select Professional Screen
R(no response) Select Residential Screen
N+(no response) Turn on AutoSelect if not
N-(no response) Turn off AutoSelect
-
Q+(no response) Lock out AutoSelect function
Q-(no response) Unlock AutoSelect function
V+(no response) Lock out front panel controls
V-(no response) Unlock front panel controls
W+(no response) Lock out internal I/R receiver
W-(no response) Unlock internal I/R receiver
Y+(no response) Turn on display blanking after
Y-(no response) Turn off display blanking
Connect Wallplate n of A/V
router x to source m
A/V routers to source m
Connect all outputs in zone j
to source m
locked out (see Q+, Qbelow)
45 seconds of inactivity
Query:Response:Description:
?{P,R}={P,R,S}Query status of display
screen
(Professional, Residential,
or Setup)
?{N,Q,V,W,Y} ={+,-}Query status of setting (see
above for descriptions)
?M=mQuery status of main output
?Uxn=mQuery status of any single
Wallplate output
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