Niles Audio TS100 User Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE

TS100

TS100

TABLE-TOP INFRARED SENSOR

B LENDING H IGH F IDELITY AND A RCHITECTURE

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TS100

Table-top Infrared
Remote Sensor

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 1
Features and

Benefits
Installation

Considerations
Installation 7
Operation 8
Trouble-

shooting
Specifications 12
Contents 12

Introduction

The TS100 is a tabletop, infrared sensor designed for

use with the Niles infrared extender systems.
Installed in a remote room location, the TS100 receives the

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IR commands transmitted from your hand-held remote(s).
The IR commands are carried via a category 5 cable to
your A/V equipment in another room, and instantly
“repeated”.

The TS100 represents one of the 3 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,
MVC100IR, MS200, CS100 and the IntelliPad

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

An IR sensor expansion unit, Model IRH610, is available for
IR repeater systems used in more than six rooms.

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Features and Benefits

The TS100 offers a number of improvements over other

table-top IR sensors.

• Plasma-proof performance—allows placement of the TS100
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 2-7/8" wide x 1-1/16" high x 3-1/8 deep—
fits almost anywhere.

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

• Ideal for both home and commercial installations.

• Non-skid, non-scratch feet.

• Two year parts and labor warranty.

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”Tech Tip“

Wire size is
expressed by it's
AWG (American

Wire Gauge) num­ber. The lower the

AWG number, the

larger the wire, i.e.,

20 AWG wire

is physically larger

than 22 AWG.

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Installation Considerations

Type of Cable

The TS100 connects to the Niles infrared main system 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.

MS100 Mounting Location

The TS100 is ideal for use in applications when ceiling or wall-

mounting is undesirable. Its small size and unobtrusive appear­ance makes it ideal for installation in existing homes or cabi­nets with great ease and minimal custom work. Installing the
TS100 close to the primary location of the user will ensure
best performance.

The TS100 is designed to mount over or under almost any flat hori­zontal surface. Convenient mounting locations for the TS100 are:

• On top of a television set

• On a shelf in an entertaiment center

• Under a shelf in an entertanment center

Receiving Range and Pickup Angle

The receiving range of the TS100 will vary according to the IR

output strength of the remote control being used. Remote
strength varies among brands depending on the number and

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12V DC power supply

(supplied with the
MSU250 IR main sys­tem unit) plugged into

an unswitched

AC outlet powers

the system

Bi-colored LED

Removable

connector pins

Figure 1 Parts guide.

Niles IR flasher

Stereo receiver

MSU250

Power, IR data, and power status signal

via category 5 wire

Connecting the TS100 to a Niles MSU250

IR main system unit broadcasting a status

12V DC power supply
(not supplied, Niles stock#
FG00665) plugged into the

switched outlet

TS100 IR sensor

Figure 2

feedback signal.

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