Niles Audio MS-1 User Manual
MS-1
INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE
MODEL
MS- 1
MICROSENSOR™MINIATURE INFRARED SENSOR
MS-1
Introduction
The MS-1 is a miniature IR sensor designed for use with the
Niles Infrared Repeating systems.
Installed in a remote room location, the MS-1 receives the IR
commands transmitted from your existing hand-held
remotes in that room. The commands are carried via a small
2-conductor shielded cable to your A/V equipment in another room, and instantly "repeated".
The MS-1 is compatible with all current Niles infrared
systems. It may be used along with, or as an alternative to,
the Niles IRR4D+, IRR4S+, SCW-UIR, MS-2, TIR1+ and MS360
IR sensors.
The MS-1 is just one part of the three building blocks necessary to complete a Niles IR repeating system:
● Main System Unit—IntelliControl
™
, RVL-6, IRP2+, IRP6+,
IRZ6+.
● IR Sensors—Models IRR4D+, IRR4S+, SCW-UIR,
TIR1+, MS- 1, MS-2 and CMS-3.
● IR Flashers—Models IRC-1and IRC-2.
An expansion unit, Model XRP6+, is available for IR repeater
systems requiring control in more than six rooms.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 1
Features and
Benefits 2
Installation
Considerations 3
Installation 9
Operation 11
Trouble-
shooting 12
Specifications 14
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MS-1
MicroSensor
TM
Miniature
IR Sensor
Features and Benefits
The MS-1 offers a number of improvements over other
miniature IR sensors.
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Small size of only 1/2" diameter by 2-5/16" long— fits
almost anywhere.
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Universal system — compatible with virtually all brands of
A/V equipment and remote controls.
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Excellent IR receiving range — you get 18 to 30 feet of
remote control range (depending upon the strength of
your handheld remote).
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100% factory tested for pickup range and angle.
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Green "flash-back" L.E.D. visually confirms remote control
operation.
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Simple 3-wire hookup—1 0 feet of IR cable included.
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Printed circuit board design uses surface mount technology
(SMT), assuring high reliability.
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Ideal for both home and commercial installations.
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Bezel colors: Each MS-1 includes a black and white bezel.
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Two year parts and labor warranty.
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Proudly made in the USA.
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IMPORTANT
Refer installation
to a professional
custom installer if
you are unfamiliar
with any of the
following
procedures.
Installation Considerations
Type of Cable
The MS-1 connects to the Niles Infrared Systems with an
individual home run of 2-conductor shielded cable.
Recommended cables are Niles data grade IR cable, West
Penn D291, Belden 8761, Carol C2516 or equivalent, made
of two 22 gauge (or larger) conductors surrounded by a foil
shield and a bare drain (ground) wire.
DO NOT USE UNSHIELDED CABLE WITH THE MS-1.
MS-1 Mounting Location
The MS-1 is ideal for use in applications when tabletop, ceiling, or wall-mounting is undesirable. Its small size and unobtrusive appearance makes it ideal for installation in obscure,
hidden locations, in cabinet facings, or in the “sensor knockout built into Niles in-wall loudspeakers. Installing the MS-1
close to the primary location of the user will ensure best performance.
The MS-1 is designed to flush-mount almost anywhere.
Convenient mounting locations for the MS-1 are:
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In a cabinet door
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In a wall, or wall-plate
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Behind a speaker grille*
* Some types of speaker grilles will reduce the IR pickup range of the
MS-1. If unsure, test the pickup range before permanently installing
the MS-1 behind the speaker grille.
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TOOLS
REQUIRED
• 1/8" Standard
Slotted
Screwdriver
• Adjustable
wrench or pliers
• Wire Stripper
Receiving Range and Pickup Angle
The receiving range of the MS-1 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 feet to a maximum of about 30 feet.
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 MS-1.
The IR pickup angle of the MS-1 is 60
o
off-axis (horizontal
and vertical) at 18 feet. For more information see (Figure 3)
MS-1 Operating Range on Page 11.
Avoiding Optical Interference
As with any type of IR sensor, avoid locating the MS-1 where
it will be exposed to direct sunlight. The sun emits an enormous amount of IR energy, many times stronger than that of
a hand-held remote. Keep in mind that the less sunlight the
MS-1 receives, the better the range of the remotes.
DO NOT mount the MS-1 outdoors. During daylight hours,
you will experience poor range and/or interference.
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