Niles Audio CS-100 Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE

CS100

CS100

CEILING MOUNT INFRARED SENSOR

B LENDING H IGH F IDELITY AND A RCHITECTURE

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Ceiling Mount
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 1

Features and
Benefits 2

Installation
Considerations 3

Installation 7

Operation 8

Trouble­shooting 8

Contents 10

Specifications 10

Introduction

The CS100 is a ceiling mounted IR sensor designed for use
with the Niles infrared extender systems.

Installed in a remote room location, the CS100 receives the
IR commands transmitted from your existing hand­held remotes in that room. The commands are carried via a
category 5 cable to your A/V equipment in another room, and
instantly “repeated”.

The CS100 is compatible with all current Niles infrared
systems. It may be used along with, or as an alternative
to, the Niles TS100, MS100, MS200, WS100 and MVC100IR
sensors or the IntelliPad

The CS100 is just one part of the three building blocks
necessary to complete a Niles IR repeating system

• IR Main System Unit—Models MSU140, MSU250, MSU480
and MSU440Z.

• IR Sensors/Keypads—Models WS100, TS100, MS100,
MS200, CS100, MVC100R and the IntelliPad.

• IR Flashers—Models MF1, MF2, MF1VF, MF2VF and the IRB1.

An IR sensor expansion hub, Model IRH610, is available to
provide additional sensor inputs to your system.

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Features and Benefits

The CS100 offers a number of improvements over other
miniature IR sensors.

• Plasma-proof performance—allows placement of the CS100
near plasma displays.

• CFL interference resistant—expands installation flexibility to
areas with fluorescent lighting.

• Works under most lighting conditions, including indirect
sunlight—eliminates environmental restrictions.

• Universal system—compatible with virtually all brands of A/V
equipment and remote controls.

• Excellent IR receiving range—you get 18' to 30' of remote
control range (depending upon the strength of your hand­held remote).

• 100% factory tested for pickup range and angle.

• Small size of only 1-5/8" diameter by 3" long—fits almost
anywhere.

• 10' of connecting wire included.

• Printed circuit board design uses surface mount technology
(SMT), assuring high reliability.

• Ideal for both home and commercial installations.

• Each CS100 includes a transparent cover.

• Two year parts and labor warranty.

IMPORTANT

Refer installation
to a professional

custom installer

if you are

unfamiliar with any

of the following

procedures.

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TOOLS

REQUIRED

• 1/8" Standard

Slotted Screwdriver

• Adjustable wrench
or pliers

• Wire Stripper

Installation Considerations

Type of Cable

The CS100 connects to the Niles Infrared main systems unit or
IRH610 sensor expansion hub with an individual home run of
category 5 cable. When running wires inside walls, most states
and municipalities in the U.S. specify that you must use a spe­cial type of wire. Usually, the requirement is that the wire has a
specific “CL” fire rating, such as “CL-2” or “CL-3”. Consult
your Niles dealer, building contractor, or local building and
inspection department if unsure about which type of wire is
best for your application.

CS100 Mounting Location

The CS100 is designed to be ceiling mounted in a direct line of
sight location within the operating range of the remote control.

Receiving Range and Pickup Angle

The receiving range of the CS100 will vary according to the IR
output strength of the remote control being used. Remote
strength varies among brands depending on the number and
size of batteries used, and how many IR emitters the remote
has. For example, remotes that operate on two small AAA
batteries and have only one IR emitter are generally not as
strong as remotes that use the larger AA size batteries and have
two emitters. Tests with various manufacturers’ remote
controls have shown that the operating range can vary from a
minimum of 18' to a maximum of about 30'.

Infrared signals travel essentially line-of-sight. They will not pass
through or around solid objects. Do not rely on an IR signal
being able to “bounce” off a wall or object to the CS100.

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