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WHOLE-HOUSE MUSIC IN A BOX
The simplest way to access and enjoy your favorite music anywhere in the home
ZR-4 4 SOURCE, 4 ZONE MULTIZONE RECEIVER KIT WITH AM/FM TUNER
KEY FEATURES
■ Music, Where, When And How You Want It Enjoy up to
four audio sources in up to four different areas (zones)—all
at the same time. The kids can “rock out” upstairs while dad
listens to the news in the den and mom plays her favorite
CDs outside by the pool.
■ Everything You Need The ZR-4 comes with a built-in
AM/FM tuner; four weather-resistant keypads, a hand-held
remote control, three Infrared MicroFlashers
the audio equipment), and a set of rack-mount ears for
installing the ZR-4 into an equipment rack.
■ Built-In AM/FM Tuner Unlike most multizone systems, the
ZR-4 has the AM/FM tuner built right in. It plays music right
out of the box without the need for additional equipment.
■ Weather-Resistant Keypads Install the keypads where you
want, even in areas that get wet like bathrooms, spas or out
on the patio by the pool.
■ 4 Ohm Stable Digital Amplifi er Advanced low-heat digital
power amplifi er design delivers eight channels of robust
power (40 watts per zone/20 watts per channel) with the
ability to comfortably drive two pairs of 8 ohm speakers per
zone.
■ Hand-Held Remote Control Provides advanced control for
the system’s audio sources as well as the local TV and a
second local source, i.e., cable/satellite receiver. It comes
preloaded with the commands for the ZR-4 and many
popular brands of equipment. Unique commands can be
learned by the remote.
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■ Plasma/LCD-Proof IR Sensors Each keypad has a built-in
IR sensor that resists interference from fl at-panel plasma or
LCD TVs. The IR sensor is defeatable for areas with direct
sunlight.
■ Voice Paging and Doorbell Chimes The ZR-4’s paging
input enables you to connect a telephone system’s paging
output and/or an optional NIles DBI-1 Doorbell Interface
so that it automatically pauses the music and plays through
the system.
■ Perfectly Calibrated Sound Independent bass, treble,
and variable loudness controls enable you to custom tune
each zone for the best sound quality and match room
acoustics from zone to zone.
■ Party Mode With a single press and hold from a keypad
or remote control, the user can turn on the entire house (or a
preset number of zones) to listen to the same source, which
is ideal for entertaining or setting the mood.
■ Zone Linking Program up to four zones so that turn-on,
source selection, and turn-off work in unison. Each zone
retains independent volume, bass, treble and variable
loudness control, which is a great feature for a restaurant/
bar or for adjacent rooms such as a master bedroom and
master bath.
■ Share Your Home Theater Components The ZR-4 is
designed to intelligently manage source sharing with an
independent home theater system.
■ Flexible Control Options The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver
can be controlled by secondary control systems via RS-232
devices and/or discrete infrared commands.
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Specifications
ZR-4
4 Source, 4 Zone Audio MultiZone
Receiver Kit with AM/FM Tuner
Includes: MultiZone Receiver, Rack Mount
Ears, Four IR Weather-Resistant Keypads,
Hand-Held Learning Remote Control, Three
Infrared MicroFlashers
Packaged as a complete system
Model Stock Number
Standard FG01431
Export FG01432
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Features
■ Distributes and controls up to four audio sources to up to four listening zones
■ Built-in AM/FM tuner provides out-of-the-box high-quality radio reception without
the need for additional components, connections, or programming. Each band
includes 20 preset stations.
■ Built-in eight-channel digital amplifier is stable to 4 ohms and delivers 40 watts
per zone (20 watts per channel) with minimal heat generation
■ RS-232 and discrete IR control for each zone provides seamless integration with
secondary control systems, i.e., Niles’ iC2™ Home Theater Control System
■ Preamplifier outputs and a 12V trigger make it easy to add additional power
using a Niles Systems Integration Amplifier
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■ Paging input enables telephone paging and/or doorbell chimes (via Niles’
optional DBI-1 Doorbell Interface) to override music and play through the system
■ Independent bass, treble and variable loudness tone controls enables custom
tuning for optimum sound and matching acoustics from zone to zone
■ Rugged, 1U aluminum front panel and included mounting ears and hardware
provide for secure rack mounting while taking up minimal space
■ Expand the system to eight zones by linking a second ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit
■ Ideal for large areas, the ZR-4 supports additional keypads in each zone
(additional keypads sold separately; requires ZR-KE Keypad Expander)
■ During setup, you can configure the ZR-4 to link up to four zones together so
that turn-on, turn-off and source selection work in unison. Each zone still retains
independent control over volume, bass, treble, and variable loudness
■ Virtual home theater zone enables source sharing with an independent home
theater system using the ZR-4’s global IR input and home theater sync port
■ Gold-plated RCA jacks are used to connect up to the three stereo audio sources
■ 75 ohm FM antenna connection, 300 ohm AM antenna connection (the kit
includes both AM and FM antennas)
■ RJ-45 keypad connections use T-568A CAT-5 termination
■ Removable two-wire IEC line cord
■ Safety certifications: CSA-E65 listed, tested under UL6500 standards
■ Dimensions: 17 1/4" wide x 1 3/4" high x 13" deep (43.8 cm wide x 4.45 cm
high x 33 cm deep) including connection terminals with no wires attached
■ 1U rack heig ht
■ Warranty: Two-Year Limited
Solo®-4 IR Weather Resistant Keypad
■ Provides control for the ZR-4’s built-in tuner and up to three additional sources.
Controls source selection and local zone volume, muting and turn off. Can also
turn the entire system on or off with a single press of a button
■ Weather-resistant design enables installation in spas, showers or outdoor areas
■ Features an integrated plasma/LCD-proof IR sensor
■ Includes assorted laser-etched buttons for custom labeling of keypad
■ Dimensions: Standard version fits 1-gang electrical box
R-6 L Hand-Held Learning Remote Control
■ Provides advanced control for the system’s audio sources as well as the local TV
and associated cable/satellite receiver. It comes preloaded with the commands
for the ZR-4 as well as many popular brands of equipment. The R-6 L can quickly
learn any unique codes and has the ability to create IR sequences.
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Parts Guide
ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver
Front View
RACK-MOUNT EARS
Two rack-mount ears (included)
secure the ZR-4 when installed
in an equipment rack (includes
mounting hardware).
ZONE ON/OFF LED’S
Illuminate whenever a zone is
on and active. Also provide
diagnostic information for
troubleshooting.
EXPANSION PORT
Links two ZR-4s together to
create an eight zone system.
BUILT-IN AM/FM TUNER
High-quality radio reception
without any additional
components, connections,
or programming.
MAIN POWER SWITCH
Mechanical latching powe r switch
glows white to indicate the unit is
in standby mode and ready
ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver
HP FLASHER OUTPUT
Connect an optional Nile s IRB-1
High Output IR Flasher (controls a
stack of components with
just one f lasher).
to operate.
Rear View
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
Convenient front-panel buttons
operate the AM/FM tuner,
set favorite preset stations into
memor y, and perform system
configuration.
BACKLIT LCD DISPLAY
Bright, 16-character LCD display
for configuring the ZR-4. Also
displays the current AM/FM
preset station, band, and station
tuning information.
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Four stere o speaker connections
(one for each zone) feature
removable conne ctors that
accommodate spe aker wire
up to 16 AWG in size.
FLASHER OUTPUTS
Connect the included IR
MicroFlashers
three source components.
12V CON TROL OUT PUT
Automate power turn-on and
turn-off of connected components
KEYPAD PORTS
Connect each zone’s Master
Keypad via a home run
of CAT-5 cable.
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and control up to
such as a Niles Systems
Integration Amplifie r
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Monitor and control the
ZR-4 using an external
RS-232 control system.
Enables sharing of components with an
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RS-232 INPUT
HOME THEATER SYNC
independent home theater. When the
home theater rece iver is on, the
ZR-4 will stay active (even if all zones
are off ) and execute the appropriate
12V and IR functions.
ANALOG AUDIO INPUTS
Gold-plated RCA jacks connect
up to three stereo audio sources.
IR GLOBAL INPUT
Control the ZR-4 and its
connected sources using a
secondary control system
such as a Niles iC2.™
PREAMP OUTPUTS
Connect an exter nal power
amplifier for a zone that requires additional
power such as very large rooms or outdoor
applic ations. Assigned to Zone 4, the preamp
outputs can be switched between
fixed or variable levels.
IEC POWER RECEPTACLE
Features a removable power
cord for added flexibility when
working in tight spaces.
PAGING INPUT
Connect a telephone system and/
or Niles DBI-1 Doorbell Interface
to provide paging throughout the
home using the ZR-4 system.
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System Configurations
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 1
Stand-Alone ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit
FM Antenna
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Satellite Receiver
CD Player
Audio Cables
AC Power Cord
Niles AC-3
12V Trigger
Switched
AC Outlet
Unswitched
AC Outlet
AM Antenna
CAT-5 Cable
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System Configurations
CAT-5 Cable
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2
Expanding To Eight Zones Using Two ZR-4 Kits
CAT-5 Cable
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Speaker Cables
Speaker Cables
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Distribution Amplifi er
ZR-4 Master
Audio Cables
ZR-4 Slave
CAT-5 Cable
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System Configurations
ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Integrated With A Home Theater System
Source Components
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 3
Home Theater Receiver
Plugged into
Switched
AC outlet
HT-MSU
Niles MF1
MicroFlashers
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H.T. Sync Input
Flasher Output
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