Niles ZR-6 User Manual

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INTRODUCTION

CONGRATULATIONS!

Thank you for purchasing the Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver. With proper installation and operation, you should enjoy years of trouble-free use. Niles manufactures the industry’s most complete line of custom installation components and accessories for audio/video systems. To see the complete Niles product assortment, visit us on the Internet at: www.nilesaudio.com

Figure 1. Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver

The Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver is the centerpiece of a six-source, six-zone distributed home entertainment system. Up to six stereo audio sources, including the built-in AM/FM tuner, can be connected, distributed, and controlled throughout the home. The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver features plug-and-play iPod integration, with metadata supported. There are three User Interface Keypads available for control, with an accessory keypad available for additional functionality. When partnered with the Niles VS-6 High Deﬁ nition Component Video Switcher, the ZR-6 system will also distribute high deﬁ nition video to any of the six zones.

ZR-6 FIRMWARE UPDATE

To ensure proper system operation, all devices in a ZR-6 system must have the latest ﬁ rmware versions. To download the latest ﬁ rmware and for instructions on how to install it, visit the Niles Audio tech support website at: www.nilesaudio.com/techsupport

BOX CONTENTS

• (1) ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver

• (1) Removable Power Cable

• (1) 2 meter iPod Interconnect Cable

• (2) Rack Mount Ears

• (1) R-8L Hand-Held Learning Remote Control

• (1) Safety Sheet

After unpacking and before installation, carefully inspect the contents. If any damage is discovered due to shipping, contact Niles for assistance (see back cover or Warranty Card for contact information).

• (1) System Guide

• (1) Warranty Card

• (1) FM Dipole Antenna

• (1) AM Loop Antenna

• (1) R-6L and R-8L IR Code Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

° Features and Benefits 4

System Parts Guide

° ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver 5

° TS-Pro Color Touchscreen 9

° Solo

° Numeric

-6MD Master Keypad 10

-6IR Master Keypad 11

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-6P Accessory Keypad 12

° R-8L Learning Remote Control 13

System Wiring Diagrams

° Stand-Alone ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver 14

° Including Distributed Video with a Niles VS-6 High Definition Component Video Switcher 16

° Expanding to 18 Zones with Additional ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver(s) 18

° ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver Integrated with a Home Theater System 22

° Adding an External RS-232 Control System to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver 23

° Adding Additional Keypads to a Zone 24

° Adding an External Amplifier to Zone 4, 5 and 6 25

° Adding System Paging from External Telephone System, Intercom System and/or Doorbell 26

System Installation

° ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver 27

° Solo-6IR Master Keypad 31

° Solo-6MD Master Keypad 32

° Numeric-6P Accessory Keypad 33

° TS-Pro Color Touchscreen 34

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System Configuration 35

IR Programming 40

System Archiving/Updating 50

System Settings

° AM/FM Tuner 51

° Solo-6IR Keypad 52

° Solo-6MD Keypad 53

° TS-Pro Color Touchscreen 56

Programming the Remote 60

Operating the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver

° From the Solo-6IR Keypad 63

° From the Solo-6MD Keypad 65

° From the TS-Pro Color Touchscreen 69

° From the R-8L Learning Remote Control 70

Troubleshooting 71

Specifications 74

RS-232 Control Protocols 75

Appendix A: Device Source Screen Library 79

IR Programming Worksheets 88

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS

SIX-SOURCE, SIX-ZONE MULTIZONE RECEIVER — The ZR-6 independently distributes up to six audio sources to up to

six zones to provide high-quality entertainment throughout the home.

BUILT-IN AM/FM TUNER — A digital AM/FM tuner with 20 preset stations is built into the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver to provide

radio reception without any additional components, connections, or programming.

PLUG-AND-PLAY iPod INTEGRATION — The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver includes a 30-pin iPod connection cable to fully

integrate this popular audio source into the system. Metadata is supported. NOTE: Only USB Hosting iPods are supported. See the iPod Compatibility Chart for details.

HAND-HELD LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL — The included learning remote control “learns” the commands to operate

the ZR-6’s source audio components and comes pre-loaded with IR codes for today's most popular brands of equipment. In addition, the remote also has the ability to build IR sequences.

CHOICE OF COMPATIBLE KEYPADS — The Solo-6IR Master Keypad offers basic system control. The Solo-6MD Master Keypad

adds an LCD screen with metadata. The TS-Pro provides color touchscreen control with metadata. The Numeric-6P Accessory Keypad can be combined with the Solo-6IR for additional functionality and control.

12-CHANNEL DIGITAL AMPLIFIER — The efﬁ cient digital ampliﬁ er delivers 50 watts to each zone (8 ohms, any zone driven).

RS-232 AND DISCRETE IR CONTROL — Control systems from both Niles and other manufacturers can be seamlessly

integrated with the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.

PREAMPLIFIER OUTPUTS WITH 12V TRIGGERS — Zones 4, 5, and 6 are equipped with preampliﬁ er outputs to

accommodate external power ampliﬁ ers such as Niles Systems Integration Ampliﬁ ers to automate ampliﬁ er turn-on and turn-off (see

FIGURE 9).

. Each preampliﬁ er output includes a 12V trigger

SYSTEM-WIDE AUDIO PAGING — The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver has circuitry that automatically mutes the audio and plays

doorbell chimes and telephone pages through the system’s loudspeakers. When done, the audio automatically returns to its previous level. Doorbell chimes require the DBI-1 Doorbell Interface.

CUSTOM-TAILORED SOUND — With separate bass, treble, and variable loudness adjustments on each keypad, each zone is

easily calibrated for high-quality sound and balanced acoustics from room to room.

EXPANDABLE TO 18 ZONES — The system architecture allows you to expand the system to up to 18 zones by adding

additional ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers. When multiple ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers are combined, each unit’s built-in AM/FM tuner remains active, making it possible to tune in different radio stations in each bank of zones (see

FIGURE 5).

SUPPORTS UP TO THREE KEYPADS IN EACH ZONE — With the addition of a ZR-KE Keypad Expander, any zone can

accommodate up to three keypads. Ideal for large rooms, bedrooms, and outdoor applications (see

FIGURE 8).

ZONE LINKING — Permanently group up to six zones per chassis. Turn-on, source selection, and turn-off all work in unison, while

retaining independent volume, bass, treble, and variable loudness in each zone.

PARTY OR WHOLE HOUSE MODE — Turns on all the zones in the house (or a pre-set number of zones) to the same audio

source for background music while entertaining.

VIRTUAL HOME THEATER ZONE — The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver can share sources with an independent home theater

system via the Global IR input and Home Theater Sync connections.

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ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER FRONT PANEL

1) LED ZONE ON/OFF INDICATORS — Individually illuminate when the corresponding zone is active, turn off when the zone

is off, and provide diagnostic information about the zone.

2) MAIN POWER SWITCH — Push-button, latching switch turns the main power to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver ON and OFF.

3) BAND, SET, –, AND + PUSH BUTTONS — Used to operate the AM/FM tuner, set favorite preset stations into memory,

and perform system conﬁ guration operations.

4) BACKLIT LCD DISPLAY — Two-line, 16-character, LCD display shows current tuner preset, band, programming, diagnostics

information, and menus during conﬁ guration.

5) PROGRAMMING PANEL — Behind a removable cover are the installer programming buttons and connections.

6) RACK MOUNT EARS — Two metal rack-mount ears are included and can be attached for installing the ZR-6 MultiZone

Receiver into a professional rack.

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ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER PROGRAMMING PANEL

7) IR RECEIVER — Receives the IR codes from hand-held remotes during programming.

8) PROGRAM BUTTON — Enters and exits ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver IR programming and editing mode.

9) PREVIOUS AND NEXT BUTTONS — Step forward and backward through each part of the programming process.

10) TEST IR BUTTON — Transmits the last-learned IR code out of its respective IR output to verify correct operation.

11) ERASE BUTTON — Erases various parts of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver memory.

12) SEQUENCE INSERT (LIBRARY 1) — Inserts the stored IR commands from Library 1 into sequences to control source devices.

13) SEQUENCE INSERT (VS-6/LIBRARY 2) — Inserts pre-loaded VS-6 High Deﬁ nition Video Switcher IR commands and/

or additional stored IR commands from Library 2 into sequences to control source devices.

14) ARCHIVE/UPDATE PORT — Used to connect a computer for archiving and restoring previously saved ZR-6 conﬁ gurations

and or updating the ﬁ rmware of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver and connected keypads.

15) PROGRAMMING SLIDE SWITCH — Disables the rear RS-232 connection and activates the front RS-232 connection for

archiving, setup, and ﬁ rmware updates.

16) IR STATUS LED — Indicates reception of IR codes by the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.

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ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER REAR PANEL

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17) AM/FM ANTENNA CONNECTIONS — For connecting the supplied AM and FM antennas.

18) PAGING INPUT — Connects to a compatible telephone system, intercom system and/or a doorbell (see FIGURE 10).

19) VIDEO SYNC INPUTS — Determines on/off status of connected video device by detecting presence of a video signal.

20) RS-232 PORT — A 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack is used to provide RS-232 serial communication so the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver

can be monitored and controlled by an external control system.

21) VOLTAGE SYNC INPUTS — Determine the on/off status of connected source devices by detecting the presence of a

trigger voltage between 3V and 30V, AC or DC.

22) KEYPAD PORTS — Six zone-speciﬁ c RJ-45 jacks are used to connect the keypads with CAT-5 cable.

23) EXPANSION PORTS — Two RJ-45 jacks are used to connect the Master MultiZone Receiver to the Slave MultiZone

Receivers using CAT-5 cable.

24) MICROFLASHER® OUTPUTS — Five 3.5 mm stereo mini-jacks are used to connect the optional Niles MicroFlashers

(FG01019) to control the source devices.

25) HIGH OUTPUT FLASHER — A single 3.5 mm mini-jack is used to connect an optional Niles IRB1 High Output IR Flasher

(FG01023) to control multiple devices from a single ﬂ asher.

26) GLOBAL 12V TRIGGER OUTPUT — A single 3.5 mm mini-jack is used to provide a 12V DC trigger to automate the

power turn-on and turn-off of connected devices such as a Niles AC-3 Voltage-triggered AC Power Strip (FG00242).

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ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER REAR PANEL (CONTINUED)

27) ZONE FOUR, FIVE, AND SIX 12V TRIGGER OUTPUTS — Three 3.5 mm mini-jacks are used to provide a 12V DC trigger

to automate the power turn-on and turn-off of zone-speciﬁ c connected devices such as Niles Systems Integration Ampliﬁ ers.

28) GLOBAL IR INPUT — A single 3.5 mm mini-jack is used to provide an input connection for IR commands from an external

control system such as the Niles iC2

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Home Theater Automation System (FG01342).

29) HT (HOME THEATER) SYNC INPUT — A single 3.5 mm mini-jack is used to detect voltage from a connected home

theater system to let the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver know when the home theater is on.

30) RACK MOUNT EARS — Two metal rack-mount ears are included and can be attached for installing the ZR-6 MultiZone

Receiver into a professional rack.

31) IEC POWER CABLE CONNECTOR — Two-pin connector for the removable power cord.

32) LOUDSPEAKER TERMINALS — A removable terminal is provided for each of the six zones. Accepts speaker wire up to

14 AWG .

33) ZONE FOUR, FIVE, AND SIX PREAMPLIFIER OUTPUTS — Three pairs of stereo RCA jacks are used to connect

external power ampliﬁ ers. Can be switched between ﬁ xed or variable output.

34) SOURCE AUDIO INPUTS — Four pairs of stereo RCA jacks are used to connect stereo audio to Sources 3-6.

35) SOURCE 2 AUDIO INPUT/iPod CASCADE AUDIO OUTPUT — A pair of stereo RCA jacks are used to provide an

analog input for a Source 2 external device when an iPod is not being used with the system. With an iPod, these jacks become cascade audio outputs to route the iPod’s audio signal to a Slave ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.

36) iPod CONNECTOR — A 30-pin connector is used to provide a connection for an iPod digital music player as Source 2.

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TS-PRO COLOR TOUCHSCREEN CONTROLLER (SOLD SEPARATELY)

1) ACTIVE ROOM — Indicates which room is being controlled by this

touch screen.

2) STATUS BAR — Displays status of currently selected device; Play,

Pause, Mute and Shufﬂ e indicators appear here when appropriate.

3) VOLUME LEVEL — Visual display of current volume level

4) MASTER KEYS — Six custom-labeled touchscreen buttons to

provide One Touch to Music

5) SOURCE FUNCTION FIELD — Displays metadata from a

connected iPod, station information from the ZR-6's built-in radio, and control screens for the connected sources.

6) NAVIGATION KEYS — Navigate through various control screens

for a device; device control functions sometimes appear here.

7) OFF — Turns zone off; Press-and-hold turns entire system off.

8) PREV/NEXT — Next or Previous track or channel for the currently

playing device

9) NILES KEY — multi-function key; When the zone is off, a press of

this button activates the last played source; Press-and-Hold for three seconds to access the setup menu (audio settings such as bass and treble, display settings such as timeout and color selection, and radio preset naming); Press-and-Hold for ten seconds to access the conﬁ guration menu (IR settings, Source level adjustments, turn on volume and room naming).

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Rear Panel of TS-Pro

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CLASS 2 DEVICE

Wall-Mount Color Touchscreen

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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10) VOL-/VOL+ — Adjusts volume up and down.

11) MUTE — Mutes and un-mutes the active audio zone

12) SYSTEM CONNECTOR — Connects to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver via CAT-5.

13) UTILITY ADAPTER — An RJ-45 Adapter (FG01197) included with the TS-Pro is used to connect an external IR sensor, an

LS-IOP, or both.

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SOLO-6MD WEATHER-RESISTANT MASTER KEYPAD (SOLD SEPARATELY)

1) LCD DISPLAY — Provides source metadata, zone, and keypad information.

2) SOFT KEYS — The function of these keys appears in the LCD screen above and changes

based on the source or menu selected.

3) NILES KEY — Press to access the source selection menu. Press-and-hold for three

seconds to access the keypad setup menu. Press-and-hold for ten seconds to access the keypad conﬁ guration menu. With the Zone off and the keypad backlight off, it selects the last played source.

4) RADIO KEY — Provides One Touch To Entertainment

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simplicity for the AM/FM tuner.

5) OFF KEY — Press this key to turn the local zone off. Press-and-hold this key for three

seconds to turn off all zones.

6) iPod KEY — Provides One Touch To Entertainment

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simplicity for the connected iPod.

7) CONTROL KEYS — Include Volume Up and Volume Down plus playback functions such as

Play, Pause, Previous, and Next.

8) MUTE KEY — Mutes the sound in the zone

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9) LS-IOP CONTROL OUTPUT — A 12V control output that activates when the keypad

is on.

10) SYSTEM PORT — An RJ-45 jack is used to connect the keypad to the Keypad Port of

the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.

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SOLO-6IR WEATHER-RESISTANT MASTER KEYPAD (SOLD SEPARATELY)

1) MASTER KEYS — Custom labeled keys that turn the zone on and play the selected

source device.

2) CONTROL KEYS — Include Volume Up and Volume Down plus playback functions such as

Play, Pause, Previous, and Next.

3) OFF KEY — Press this key to turn the local zone off. Press-and-hold this key for three

seconds to turn off all zones.

4) BUILT-IN IR SENSOR — A plasma and LCD-proof IR sensor

5) MUTE KEY — Mutes the sound in the zone.

6) NUMERIC PORT — An RJ-45 jack is used to connect the Solo-6IR Keypad to a Numeric-6P

Accessory Keypad (FG01442).

7) LS-IOP CONTROL OUTPUT — A 12V control output that activates when the keypad

is on.

8) SYSTEM PORT — An RJ-45 jack is used to connect the keypad to the Keypad Port of

the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.

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NUMERIC-6P WEATHER-RESISTANT ACCESSORY KEYPAD (SOLD SEPARATELY)

1) FAV KEY — Allows direct access of preset favorites using the 0-9 keys.

2) REPEAT KEY — Activates the repeat mode.

3) 0-9 KEYS — Provide direct access to radio stations, channels, and preset favorites.

4) LAST KEY — Returns to the previous channel.

5) DISC KEY — Activates the disc or album mode on an iPod, music servers and

other devices.

6) SHUFFLE KEY — Toggles the shufﬂ e (or random) mode on and off.

7) ENTER KEY — Required by some devices to enter channel numbers or for direct access.

8) KEYPAD PORT - An RJ-45 jack is used to connect the Accessory Keypad to the Solo-6IR.

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R-8L LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL (INCLUDED)

1) POWER BUTTON – Turns the selected source device on or off.

2) SOURCE SELECT BUTTONS – Turn the zone on and play the selected source device.

3) TRANSPORT BUTTONS – Used to skip backward, rewind, fast forward, skip

forward, stop, pause, or play tracks from the selected source.

4) MENU BUTTON – Displays a menu for the selected source device.

5) GUIDE BUTTON – Displays the program guide for the selected source device.

6) VOL -/+ AND MUTE BUTTONS – Raise and lower the volume level. Use the

MUTE button to completely mute the sound.

EXTENDED FUNCTION BUTTONS - Provide additional functionality for advanced

features, menus, and guides.

8) SETUP BUTTON – Used when conﬁ guring the R-8L remote.

9) TV/AUX BUTTON – Provides control of a local television and an additional

local source.

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13) CHANNEL SELECT AND LAST BUTTONS – Select the next or previous

channel and select the next or previous chapter on some DVD players. Press the Last button to recall the last-viewed channel.

14) EXIT BUTTON – Exits the selected source device’s menu, guide, or program

without making a menu selection.

15) SPECIAL FUNCTION BUTTONS - Used to select the AM or FM radio bands and for special DVR menu functions. The red button

selects the AM radio band; the blue button selects the FM radio band.

16)

DIRECT ACCESS AND ENTER BUTTONS – Directly enter channels (for example: 09 or 31). Press the Enter button to send

channel number entry on certain TV models.

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STAND-ALONE ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER

OVERVIEW

This diagram depicts a single Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver installed to provide sound in six listening zones. Each zone includes a pair of loudspeakers (sold separately) and a TS-Pro, Solo-6IR, or Solo-6MD Master Keypad (also sold separately).

SOURCE DEVICES

The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver’s built-in AM/FM tuner is always Source 1. A 30-pin cable is included for the plug-and-play connection of an

Apple

iPod as Source 2. In this diagram, the audio outputs of three external source devices are routed to audio inputs 3, 4, and 5 on the

ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.

MASTER KEYPADS

Master Keypads connect to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver by home runs of CAT-5 cable. The Solo-6IR Keypad provides basic system functionality, while the step-up Solo-6MD Keypad adds an LCD screen that supports source device metadata. The TS-Pro Color Touchscreen Controller is the ultimate interface with crisp graphics and ﬁ ngertip control.

MICROFLASHERS

Niles MicroFlashers (sold separately) connect to the numbered MicroFlasher outputs to provide control over the source devices.

GLOBAL 12V CONTROL

A Niles AC-3 Voltage-Triggered AC Power Strip (FG00242) is connected to the Global 12V Control Output to automate source device turn-on and turn off.

LOUDSPEAKERS

Each zone has a “home run” of speaker wire from the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver to the loudspeaker locations. The receiver features removable speaker wire terminals that accept speaker wire up to 14 AWG. Two pairs of 8 ohm loudspeakers wired in parallel (4 ohm load) can be safely utilized in each zone without the ampliﬁ er going into protection or shutting down.

ANTENNAS

The included FM dipole antenna attaches to the 75 ohm coaxial connector. The included AM loop antenna connects to the spring-loaded terminals labeled AM and GND.

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STAND-ALONE ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVERSTAND-ALONE ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER

Figure 3. Stand-Alone ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver

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INCLUDING DISTRIBUTED VIDEO WITH A NILES VS-6 HIGH DEFINITION COMPONENT VIDEO SWITCHER

OVERVIEW

A Niles VS-6 High Deﬁ nition Component Video Switcher (FG01429) is added to distribute high deﬁ nition video to displays in any of the six zones.

CONTROL CONNECTION

A 3.5 mm stereo mini plug cable is connected between the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver’s High Output Flasher Output Port to the VS-6 High Deﬁ nition Component Video Switcher’s IR input.

SOURCE DEVICES

The audio outputs from the source devices are routed to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver and the video outputs to the VS-6 High Deﬁ nition Component Video Switcher. When source selection sequences are stored in the ZR-6, video source selection is programmed using the VS-6 codes which are stored in the ZR-6’s Library 2. Source inputs on the VS-6 must match those of the ZR-6. That is, source 3 on the ZR-6 must connect to input 3 on the VS-6.

BALANCED VIDEO OUTPUT

The balanced video output from the VS-6 is sent to the video displays using CAT-5 cabling connected to Niles C5-HDDAWM Wall Mount CAT-5 Component Video & Digital Audio Baluns (FG01374).

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INCLUDING DISTRIBUTED VIDEO WITH A NILES VS-6 HIGH DEFINITION COMPONENT VIDEO SWITCHER

Figure 4. Adding a VS-6 for video distribution

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EXPANDING TO 18 ZONES WITH ADDITIONAL ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVERS

Figures 5a, 5b, 5c

OVERVIEW

This diagram demonstrates the expendability of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver. Three ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers are integrated to create a six-source, eighteen-zone distributed audio system.

EXPANSION PORTS

CAT-5 cables terminated with RJ-45 jacks are used to connect the ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers. One ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver is conﬁ gured as the Master; the other two as the Slaves. The Expansion In of the Master connects to the Expansion Out of Slave 1. The Expansion In of Slave 1 connects to the Expansion Out of Slave 2 (See

System Conﬁ guration

section).

SOURCE DEVICES

The audio outputs of the source devices must be routed to each ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver (Master and Slaves). This is best accomplished using Niles AVDA-3 Source Level Stereo Audio/Video Distribution Ampliﬁ ers (FG00814). When an iPod is connected to the Master chassis, the Source 2 RCA jacks become cascade audio outputs. The cascade audio outputs are connected to Source 2 audio inputs on both Slaves.

SOURCE DEVICE CONTROL

All MicroFlashers for source device control must be connected to the Master and not the Slave(s). All IR signals from the keypads connected to the Slaves are routed to the Master via the expansion ports.

KEYPADS

Keypads for the additional zones are connected to the Slave’s keypad ports via CAT-5 cables terminated with RJ-45 jacks.

LOUDSPEAKERS

Each additional zone has a “home run” of speaker wire from the Slave ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver to the loudspeaker locations. The receiver features removable speaker wire terminals that accept speaker wire up to 14 AWG.

EXTERNAL CONTROL

All external IR or RS-232 controllers must be connected to the Master, and not the Slave(s). The control commands are routed to the Slave(s) through the expansion ports.

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EXPANDING TO 18 ZONES WITH ADDITIONAL ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVERS

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Figures 5a, 5b, 5c

Figure 5b. Expanding to 18 zones. Slave #1 ZR-6 detailed

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Figure 5c. Expanding to 18 zones. Slave #2 ZR-6 detailed

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ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER INTEGRATED WITH A HOME THEATER SYSTEM

OVERVIEW

The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver can share source devices with a home theater system.

IR CONTROL INPUT

The audio outputs of the source devices must be routed to both the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver and the home theater receiver. This is best accomplished using Niles AVDA-3 Source Level Stereo Audio/Video Distribution Ampliﬁ ers (FG00814). Another method would be to use RCA Y-adaptors to split the source device outputs in two, one to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver, the other to the home theater receiver.

SOURCE DEVICE CONTROL

IR MicroFlashers are attached to each source device and then connected to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver. To route the source device IR commands from both the home theater controller and the ZR-6, an optional Niles HT-MSU Home Theater Main System Unit (FG01343) is connected to the Global IR Control input of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.

HOME THEATER SYNC

Connects from the HT Sync input to a 12V output on the Niles HT-MSU Home Theater Main System Unit to let the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver know when the home theater receiver is active. The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver will not go into standby or turn off any source devices until all of the zones are off and this voltage is eliminated.

Figure 6. Integrating with a home theater system

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ADDING AN EXTERNAL RS-232 CONTROL SYSTEM TO THE ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER

OVERVIEW

The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver can be integrated with an external control system that uses RS-232 serial communication.

RS-232 PORT

A 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack is used to provide RS-232 serial communication so the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver can be monitored and controlled by an external control system. Please refer to the Appendix for the RS-232 integration control protocols.

Figure 7. Connecting an external RS-232 control system

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ADDING ADDITIONAL KEYPADS TO A ZONE

OVERVIEW

Any zone of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver can be expanded to contain up to three keypads. This is ideal for large rooms, bedrooms, and outdoor applications.

NILES ZR-KE KEYPAD EXPANDER

The optional Niles ZR-KE Keypad Expander (FG01494) enables the use of up to three keypads per zone. An RJ-45 terminated CAT-5 cable from a ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver keypad port is connected to the input of the ZR-KE. The three keypads are then connected to the outputs of the ZR-KE using CAT-5 cable. One ZR-KE can be used for each zone, including any Slave zones when multiple ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers are used to expand the number of system zones.

KEYPAD POWER VALUE (KPV)

When a large number of keypads are used in a system, additional power may be required to power the keypads. An optional power supply (Niles 12VDC Universal Wall Adaptor FG01035) connects to the ZR-KE to supply this additional power, if necessary. To determine if the keypads require additional power, calculate the keypad power value (KPV) by adding the point values of all keypads connected to each chassis.

A single ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver Chassis will supply

power up to a total KPV of 30 points. Exceeding this KPV will compromise operation of the MultiZone Receiver and/or keypads.

CALCULATION TABLE

FOR KPV

Solo-6IR 1 point

NUMERIC-6P 1 point

Solo-6MD 3 points

TS-Pro 5 points

** Keypads connected to a ZR-KE keypad expander utilizing

an external power supply are not included in the KPV calculation.

ZR-6

POWERS UP TO

A TOTAL KPV OF

30 POINTS**

Figure 8. ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver with 3 keypads in zone

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ADDING AN EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER T0 ZONE 4, 5 AND 6

OVERVIEW

The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver is equipped with preampliﬁ er outputs for zones 4, 5, and 6 to connect external ampliﬁ ers.

PREAMPLIFIER OUTPUTS

Zones 4, 5, and 6 have preampliﬁ er outputs used to connect an external power ampliﬁ er. If an area is particularly large or requires a high volume level, it is advised to assign it to zone 4, 5, or 6 and then connect an external ampliﬁ er such as a Niles Systems Integration Ampliﬁ er to provide additional power to the loudspeakers. The preampliﬁ er outputs can be switched between a ﬁ xed or variable level during system setup.

12V TRIGGER OUTPUT

Zones 4, 5 and 6 each have a dedicated 12V Control Output that sends out a constant 12V DC voltage when the respective zone is active. The Global 12V Control Output will send out a constant 12V DC trigger signal when any zone is active. These triggers can be used to automatically switch on an ampliﬁ er equipped with a 12V trigger turn-on, such as a Niles Systems Integration Ampliﬁ er.

Figure 9. ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver with external ampliﬁ ers in zones 4, 5, 6

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ADDING SYSTEM PAGING FROM EXTERNAL TELEPHONE SYSTEM, INTERCOM SYSTEM AND/OR DOORBELL TO THE ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER

OVERVIEW

The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver’s paging input provides an audio connection for voice paging and/or doorbell sounds to be played through the system loudspeakers.

SYSTEM PAGING

The paging input senses the audio input level. When a signal appears, the volume level of the currently playing source device ramps down. The paging audio signal then plays through the zone loudspeakers at a preset level. Zones can be enabled and disabled for paging in the conﬁ guration menu. By default, all zones are enabled for paging. A page will respond within one second. When the paging signal is removed for at least ﬁ ve seconds, the zone is switched back to the previous source device or, if the zone was previously off, it will turn off again.

DOORBELL PAGING

The optional Niles DBI-1 Doorbell Interface (FG01034) provides a selection of realistic doorbell chimes and includes connection for the output from a telephone or intercom system. For more information, see the DBI-1 Installation & Operation Guide available for download at www.nilesaudio.com.

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PREPARATION

Before you begin, make sure the audio cables, speaker cables, CAT-5 wiring, Niles MicroFlasher wires and the power supply cable are of sufﬁ cient length to reach the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver. Label each cable describing where each cable originates (rather than to which terminal on the ZR-6 it connects).

ATTACH THE RACK MOUNT EARS (IF NEEDED)

If the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver is to be installed into a professional equipment rack, attach the supplied rack mount ears with the included screws. The four non-slip plastic feet are removable, if necessary.

NOTE: USE ALL 4 SCREWS WHEN MOUNTING RACK EARS.

PLACEMENT OF THE ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER

Place the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver on a ﬂ at, level surface such as a table or shelf, with its weight equally distributed on each of its four feet. Placing the weight of the receiver on the rear or front panel for even an instant may result in damage to the receiver’s connectors and controls. Like any high-ﬁ delity component, the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver will last much longer if it is given adequate ventilation for proper cooling. When installing the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver in a cabinet, be sure that the rear of the cabinet is open to receive fresh air for proper cooling. Place the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver so it has 3.75” of air space above and at least 1” free space on either side. If multiple speaker pairs are connected in more than one zone (creating a 4 ohm load in 2 or more zones), the minimum clearance above and below is 7” and a Niles FM-1 (FG01215) or FM-1R (FG01214) System Cooling Module is required to maintain proper operating temperatures. If the receiver is located on a carpeted surface, place a board under the receiver’s feet. Do not block the ventilation holes on the top or bottom. When installed in a professional rack using the rack mounting ears, provide a minimum of 2 unit spaces above and below the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver, and a fan module immediately above the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.

CONNECT THE AUDIO SOURCE DEVICES

Connect each source’s audio output cables to the corresponding audio input connection of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver. When making the connections, be sure that the audio cable’s two RCA connectors are fully seated and that the proper color-code is followed (white=left channel; red=right channel). The audio inputs are labeled 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (Input 1 is the built-in AM/FM tuner). When an iPod is used with the system, it is Input 2 and the analog Source 2 input jacks become cascade audio outputs for the iPod

(Figure 11).

Figure 11. Proper connection of audio input cables

CONNECT THE iPod

Only USB host devices are supported fully. Other iPod types may not receive power and may not be charged while connected to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver. See the current iPod compatibility Matrix at www.nilesaudio.com. The supplied iPod connecting cable is labeled “iPod” and “System”. Be certain to connect the cable in its proper orientation with the “System” label facing up when connected to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver and the “iPod” label facing the front of the iPod. The cable will only connect one way. Forcing it may cause damage.

CONNECT THE PAGING INPUT

The Page input on the rear panel of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver provides a connection for the paging out signal of telephone or intercom systems for voice paging through the speakers in the listening zones (

Figure 10).

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CONNECT THE LOUDSPEAKERS

CAUTION! ALL SPEAKER WIRE CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE WITH THE RECEIVER POWER OFF.

There are six sets of removable speaker wire terminals, one for each zone. The terminals accept speaker wires up to 14 AWG in size. Each terminal has four screw-down connections for speaker wire: one positive (+) and one negative (-) for each speaker. Unscrew the connection, insert the appropriate bare speaker wire, then tighten ﬁ r m l y

(Figure 12). Should a speaker output be shorted for some

reason, the power-on diagnostics routine in the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver will detect this short and display the speciﬁ c output experiencing the issue on the front panel LCD display. If a speaker output is open, the ampliﬁ er for that output is disabled by the poweron diagnostics. Should a speaker be connected later, the ampliﬁ er for that output will be enabled during the next power-on sequence.

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CONNECT THE EXTERNAL POWER AMPLIFIERS

If a zone is a particularly large area, or if high volume levels are required, it is suggested that Zones 4, 5, or 6 be augmented by an additional stereo power ampliﬁ er such as a Niles Systems Integration Ampliﬁ er. The zone Preampliﬁ er outputs are selectable for variable or ﬁ xed output in the conﬁ guration menu. The dedicated 12V output from each respective zone can be used to turn on the Systems Integration Ampliﬁ er power when the zone is active. The Global 12V output can be used to turn on the Systems Integration Ampliﬁ e r ’ s power when any zone is active.

CONNECT THE NILES IR MICROFLASHERS

Each Niles MicroFlasher (sold separately) connects into the Flasher Outputs 2-6. The MicroFlasher portion is placed directly over the IR sensor of the corresponding source component (Source 2 for MicroFlasher 2, Source 3 for MicroFlasher 3, Source 4 for MicroFlasher 4, Source 5 for MicroFlasher 5, and Source 6 for MicroFlasher 6) and adheres with the included adhesive. Remove the protective paper cover to expose the adhesive and attach to the source component. A MicroFlasher is not used to control the iPod. The iPod receives all control signals via the 30-pin connector cable.

NOTE: DO NOT CONNECT A MICROFLASHER TO THE HIGH OUTPUT FLASHER PORT AS IT WILL DAMAGE THE MICROFLASHER.

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CONNECT A HIGH OUTPUT FLASHER

A Niles IRB-1 High Output Flasher (FG1023) is used to control multiple devices. The mini-plug end of the IRB-1 connects to the "High Output Flasher" output on the ZR-6 (the ZR-6 is shipped with a red plastic plug blocking this jack to prevent accidental connection of a MicroFlasher. Remove the red plastic insert by pulling it out from the jack). The IRB-1 should be positioned to provide IR transmission to all source components.

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