Niles Audio DBI-1 User Manual
Niles Audio Corporation
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Miami, Florida 33186
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set forth all technical and other specifications of Niles products. Additional information can be obtained on-line
at www.nilesaudio.com or by calling Niles at 1-800-289-4434. Printed in USA. 11/03 DS 00364A
Doorbell Interface
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LENDING H IGH F IDELITY AND A RCHITECTURE
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INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE
DBI-1
DBI-1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................3
FEATURES AND BENEFITS............................................................................3
PARTS GUIDE ................................................................................................4
DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................4
OPERATION OVERVIEW ..............................................................................6
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS..............................................................6
INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................7
Mounting the DBI-1 ....................................................................................7
Connecting the DBI-1 ..................................................................................7
INSTALLATION SETTINGS ..........................................................................10
Contact Closure Triggers ............................................................................10
3V-30V Voltage Triggers ............................................................................10
Chime and Audio Level Adjustments..........................................................10
Setting the Tone/Delay ..............................................................................10
Recommended Tone/Delay Settings ..........................................................11
Identifying the Version of a Niles MultiZone System..................................11
Chime Selection..........................................................................................11
Recording a Custom Chime ......................................................................12
Recording an Active Audio Signal ........................................................12
Recording a Paused Audio Signal..........................................................13
SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................................14
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INTRODUCTION
The DBI-1 Doorbell Interface provides realistic doorbell chimes throughout a home installed with
a Niles MultiZone System. External contact closure and voltage triggers (for both a front and rear
door) are combined with a programmable trigger tone/delay to integrate with all Niles
MultiZone Control Systems.
The DBI-1 includes a choice of four pre-recorded and one recordable custom chime to provide
the appropriate doorbell chime for any home. A UL-listed, universal voltage power supply is
included for convenience.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
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Provides doorbell chimes to Niles MultiZone controllers
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Four selectable preprogrammed chimes and one user recorded
sound option
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Two doorbell inputs, front and rear, triggered by voltage and
contact closure via screwless two piece connector
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Separate level adjustments provided for chime and page pass through
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One gold-plated mono audio sensing input
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One gold-plated mono audio output
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Features UL-listed regulated in-line power supply with universal
voltage capability
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Warranty: Two-year limited
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D OORBELL I NTERFACE
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PARTS GUIDE
The DBI-1 package includes the following parts:
• One (1) DBI-1 Doorbell Interface
• One (1) Set of Rubber Feet
• One (1) Universal Voltage Power Suply
• One (1) Installation & Operation Guide
• One (1) Warranty Card
After unpacking and before installation, the installer should carefully inspect the contents. If any
damage is discovered due to shipping, the installer should contact Niles Audio for assistance (see
back cover or Warranty Card for contact information). Also, keep all packing materials in case the
product ever needs to be returned to the factory.
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DESCRIPTION
(a) Screw Holes for Mounting
(screws not included)
(b) DC Power Jack and red LED Power
Indicator
(c) 12V DC 150mA Voltage Trigger Output
(d) Chime Output Level Adjustment
(e) RCA Audio Input
(f) RCA Audio Output
(g) Trigger Tone and Delay Settings
(h) Audio Output Level Adjustment
(i) Chime Selection 2 DIP Switches
(j) Chime 1 and 2 Voltage Triggers
(k) Chime 1 and 2 Contact Closure Triggers
(l) Chime Selection 1 DIP Switches
(m) Custom Chime Record Button and
Record Indicator
(n) Rubber feet for Table Top Mounting
(o) UL-listed, Universal Voltage Power Supply
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