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SIMPLY PERFECT
The perfect entertainment system for today’s home
ZR-6 6 SOURCE, 6 ZONE AUDIO MULTIZONE RECEIVER
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WITH BUILT-IN AM/FM TUNER AND iPod
KEY FEATURES
INTEGRATION
■ Six-Source, Six-Zone MultiZone Receiver The ZR-6
MultiZone Receiver independently distributes up to six
audio sources to up to six zones to provide high-quality
entertainment throughout the home.
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■ Plug-and-Play iPod
connection, the music on your iPod can easily be
enjoyed throughout your home.
■ Metadata Displays The LCD display on the Solo
keypad (sold separately) provides the valuable song,
track, and artist information (metadata) you need to
operate today’s menu-based digital sources.
■ Built-In AM/FM Tuner A digital tuner with 20 preset
stations is built right into the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver,
so it can play music out of the box without additional
components and wiring.
■ One -Touch To Enter tainment™ A simple press of a button
is all that’s needed to fi ll your entire home with music.
■ Expandable to 18 Zones Need more zones? Simply
add one or two more ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers to create
systems with twelve to eighteen zones.
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Integration With a simple
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■ Quality—Inside and Out For over thirty years, the
Niles brand has been synonymous with quality and
performance.
■ High-Performance Digital Amplifier Our advanced
digital amplifier delivers 50 watts to each zone with
excellent sound quality. It’s a 4-ohm stable design, so up
to four speakers can be installed in a single zone.
■ Complete Wireless Control The included hand-held
remote automates and controls the connected audio
sources, plus a local TV and an additional source such
as a cable box or satellite receiver.
■ True System-Wide Audio Paging The ZR-6 MultiZone
Receiver has circuitry that automatically mutes the audio
and plays doorbell chimes and telephone pages through
the system’s loudspeakers (doorbell chimes require the
Niles DBI-1 interface).
■ Custom-Tailored Sound With separate bass, treble,
and variable loudness adjustments on each keypad,
each zone is easily calibrated for high quality sound and
for balanced acoustics from room to room.
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FEATURES
ZR-6
6 Source, 6 Zone Audio MultiZone
Receiver with Built-In AM/FM Tuner
and iPod Integration
Includes rack mount ears, a R-8L
hand-held learning remote control and an
iPod connection cable.
Model Stock Number
Standard FG01433
Export FG01434
Specifications
■ Safety certifications: CSA-E65 listed, tested under
UL6500 standards (pending)
■ Dimensions: 17 1/4" W x 4" H x 15" D including
connection terminals with no wires attached
(43.8cm W x 10.2cm H x 38.1cm D)
■ 2U rack height
Warranty: Two-year limited
Shipping weight: 25 lbs. (11.3 Kg)
International CES Innovations
2008 Design & Engineering
Award honoree in the Multi-Room
Audio/Video product category
Features
■ Distributes up to six sources to six zones to create a whole-house audio system
■ Plug-and-play iPod integration provides simplified connection and operation,
including metadata with the Solo®-6 MD keypad, of this popular music source
■ Built-in AM/FM tuner with 20 preset stations for each band provides out-of-the-box
radio operation and eliminates the need for an additional component, connections,
and programming
■ Five external audio inputs provide connections for both audio and sync
■ Built-in 12-channel digital amplifier delivers 50 watts per zone (25 watts per
channel) to each of the six zones
■ Integrates easily with Niles VS-6 component video switcher to create a distributed
audio/video system
■ RS-232 and discrete IR control for each of the six zones provides seamless integration
with external remote control systems
■ IR storage includes two library pages for accessing secondary system commands
such as lighting, drapery, including the commands for the VS-6 component video
switcher
■ System configuration via front panel controls and display for quick and intuitive
system set up (programs five additional sources in under 15 minutes)
■ Front panel RS-232 connection enables system programming restoration and back-
up via PC
■ Preamplifier outputs for zones 4, 5, and 6 make it easy to add additional power
with Niles Systems Integration Amplifiers
■ Six IR flasher outputs (one is global and 2 through 6 are source specific)
■ A fifth audio input is available if an iPod is not connected
■ Four 12V control outputs for voltage triggers (1 is global, and 4, 5, and 6 are zone
specific)
■ Paging input accommodates voice announcements from a telephone system
and/or doorbell tones from the optional Niles DBI-1 interface
■ Independent bass, treble, and variable loudness tone controls enable the
customization of each zone to optimize performance
■ Rugged, 2U aluminum front panel and included mounting ears make rack mounting
secure while taking up minimal space
■ System architecture expands to 18 zones via two additional ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers
■ The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver supports up to three keypads in each zone, ideal for
large rooms (keypads sold separately; requires ZR-KE Keypad Expander)
■ Zone linking enables the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver to permanently group up to six
zones per chassis: turn-on, source selection, and turn-off all work in unison, yet each
zone has independent volume, bass, treble, variable loudness control and paging
■ Phantom home theater zone enables source sharing with independent home theater
system via global IR input
■ Gold-plated RCA audio jacks
■ Removable speaker connectors accommodate up to 14-gauge wire
■ 75 ohm FM antenna connection, 300 ohm AM antenna connection
(AM and FM antennas included)
■ RJ-45 keypad connections use T-568A CAT-5 termination
■ Removable two-wire IEC power cord
■ Field upgradeable firmware via RS-232 connection
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NILES AUDIO CORPORATION 12331 SW 130 Street, Miami, FL 33186 1-800-BUY-HIFI- 305-238-4373 – www.nilesaudio.com
©2008 Niles Audio Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Niles, the Niles logo, Systems Integration Amplifier, Solo, MicroFlasher and Blending High Fidelity and
Architecture are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. CS0259A
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PARTS GUIDE
ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver
Front View
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ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver
1) LED Zone ON/OFF Indicators Individually illuminate when the corresponding zone is active, turn off when the
zone is off, and provide diagnostic information about the zone.
2) Main Power Switch Push-button, latching switch turns the main power to the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver ON and OFF.
3) Band, Set, –, and + Push Buttons Used to operate the AM/FM tuner, set favorite preset stations into memory, and
perform system confi guration operations.
4) Backlit LCD Display Two-line, 16-character, LCD display shows current tuner preset, band, programming,
diagnostics information and menus during confi guration.
5) Programming Panel Behind a removable cover are the installer programming buttons and connections.
6) Rack Mount
Receiver into a professional rack.
Ears
Two metal rack-mount ears are included and can be attached for installing the ZR-6 MultiZone
BAND SET
FM 93.1
PRESE
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Programming Panel
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7) IR Receiver Receives the IR codes from hand-held remotes during programming.
8) Program Button Enters and exits ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver IR programming and editing mode.
9) Previous and Next Buttons Step forward and backward through each part of the programming process.
10) Test IR Button Transmits the last-learned IR code out of its respective IR output to verify correct operation.
11) Erase Button Erases various parts of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver memory.
12) Sequence Insert (Library 1) Inserts the stored IR commands from Library 1 into sequences to control source devices.
13) Sequence Insert (VS-6/Library 2) Inserts pre-loaded VS-6 High Defi nition Video Switcher IR commands and/or
additional stored IR commands from Library 2 into sequences to control source devices.
14) Archive/Update Port Used to connect a computer for archiving and restoring previously saved ZR-6 MultiZone
Receiver confi gurations and or updating the fi rmware of the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver and connected keypads.
15) Programming Slide Switch Disables the rear RS-232 connection and activates the front RS-232 connection for
archiving, setup, and fi rmware updates.
16) IR Status LED Indicates reception of IR codes by the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.
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PARTS GUIDE
ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver
Rear View
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ZR-6
MultiZone Receiver
AM/FM
INPUT 2 OR CASCADE OUT FOR iPod
iPOD
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VOLTAGE SYNC
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PREOUTS
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KEYPAD ZONES VIDEO SYNC
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8 Ω (4 Ω Min.)
Speaker Outputs
Class 2 Wiring
ass 2 Wirin
L+ L- R- R+
L+ L- R- R+
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Out
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FLASHERS 12 V TRIGGERS
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Zone 4
Zone 6
29
Global
IR In
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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ZONE 6 ZONE 1
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Speaker Outputs
Class 2 Wiring
ass 2 Wirin
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L+ L- R- R+
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CAUTION –
AVIS –
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
SERIAL # LABEL HERE
Double Insulated
When servicing use only
identical replacement parts.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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17) AM/FM Antenna Connections For connecting the supplied AM and FM antennas.
18) Paging Input Connects to a compatible telephone system, intercom system and/or a doorbell.
19) Video Sync Inputs Determines on/off status of connected video device by detecting presence of a video signal.
20) RS-232 Port A 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack is used to provide RS-232 serial communication so the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver
can be monitored and controlled by an external control system.
21) Voltage Sync Inputs Determine the on/off status of connected source devices by detecting the presence of a trigger
voltage between 3V and 20V, AC or DC.
22) Keypad Ports Six zone-specifi c RJ-45 jacks are used to connect the keypads with CAT-5 cable.
23) Expansion Ports Two RJ-45 jacks are used to connect the Master MultiZone Receiver to the Slave MultiZone Receivers
using CAT-5 cable.
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24) MicroFlasher
Outputs Five 3.5 mm stereo mini-jacks are used to connect the optional Niles MicroFlashers (FG01019)
to control the source devices.
25) High Output Flasher A single 3.5 mm mini-jack is used to connect an optional Niles IRB1 High Output IR Flasher
(FG01023) to control multiple devices from a single fl asher.
26) Global 12V Trigger Output A single 3.5 mm mini-jack is used to provide a 12V DC trigger to automate the power
turn-on and turn-off of connected devices such as a Niles AC-3 Voltage-triggered AC Power Strip (FG00242).
27) Zone Four, Five, and Six 12V Trigger Outputs Three 3.5 mm mini-jacks are used to provide a 12V DC trigger to
automate the power turn-on and turn-off of zone-specifi c connected devices such as Niles System Integration Amplifi ers.
28) Global IR Input A single 3.5 mm mini-jack is used to provide an input connection for IR commands from an external
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control system such as the Niles iC2
Home Theater Automation System (FG01342).
29) HT (Home Theater) Sync Input A single 3.5 mm mini-jack is used to detect voltage from a connected home theater
system to let the ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver know when the home theater is on.
30) Rack Mount Ears Two metal rack-mount ears are included and can be attached for installing the ZR-6 MultiZone
Receiver into a professional rack.
31) IEC Power Cable Connector Two-pin connector for the removable power cord.
32) Loudspeaker Terminals A removable terminal is provided for each of the six zones. Accepts speaker wire up to 14 AWG.
33) Zone Four, Five, and Six Preamplifi er Outputs Three pairs of stereo RCA jacks are used to connect external power
amplifi ers. Can be switched between fi xed or variable output.
34) Source Audio Inputs Four pairs of stereo RCA jacks are used to connect stereo audio to Sources 3-6.
35) Source 2 Audio Input/iPod Cascade Audio Output A pair of stereo RCA jacks are used to provide an analog input
for a Source 2 external device when an iPod is not being used with the system. With an iPod, these jacks become
cascade audio outputs to route the iPod’s audio signal to a Slave ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver.
36) iPod Connector A 30-pin connector is used to provide a connection for an iPod digital music player as Source 2.
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PARTS GUIDE (continued)
Hand-Held Learning Remote Control
1) Power Button Turns the selected source device on or off.
2) Source Select Buttons Turn the zone on and play the selected source device.
3) Transport Buttons Used to skip backward, rewind, fast forward, skip forward,
stop, pause, or play tracks from the selected source.
4) MENU Button Displays a menu for the selected source device.
5) Guide Button Displays the program guide for the selected source device.
6) Vol -/+ and MUTE Buttons Raise and lower the volume level or use the mute
button to completely mute the sound.
7) Extended Function Buttons Provide additional functionality for advanced
features, menus, and guides.
8) Setup Button Used when confi guring the R-8L remote.
9) TV/AUX Button Provides control of a local television and an additional local
source.
10) LIST Button Displays information from source devices that support this
function.
11) INFO Button Displays the current channel and program information from
source devices that support this function.
12) Menu Cursor Buttons Move the cursor in selected source device menu
screens. Press OK to choose the highlighted menu option or to toggle
between AM and FM tuner bands.
13) Channel Select and LAST Buttons Select the next or previous channel and
select the next or previous chapter on some DVD players. Press the Last button
to recall the last-viewed channel.
14) Exit Button Exits the selected source device’s menu, guide, or program
without making a menu selection.
15) DVR Special Function Buttons Special menu function buttons for use with
DVRs.
16) Direct Access and ENTER Buttons Directly enter channels (for example:
09 or 31). Press the Enter button to send channel number entry on certain TV
models.
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System Wiring Diagrams
STAND-ALONE ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER
FM Antenna
Satellite
Receiver
Switched
Outlet
iPod®
ZR-6
AM Antenna
ZR-6
MultiZone Receiver
AM/FM
INPUT 2 OR CASCADE OUT FOR iPod
iPod
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AUDIO INPUTS
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VOLTAGE SYNC
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PREAMP OUTPUTS
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Cable
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CD
Player
KEYPADSVIDEO SYNC
123
564
EXPANSION
Out
In
MICROFLASHERS® 12V TRIGGERS
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High Output
Flasher
WIRING LEGEND
Audio
30 Pin Cable
CAT-5 Data
Speaker
AC-3
Control In
Cable
Flasher
12 Volt
AC
FM Antenna
AM Antenna
Global
IR In
Zone 4
Global
Zone 6
Zone 5
HT
Sync
CAUTION –
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
SERIAL # LABEL HERE
Double Insulated
When servicing use only
identical replacement parts.
DO NOT OPEN
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NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS –
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Niles Audio Corporation
Miami, Florida USA
120 Volts ~ 60Hz. 500 Watts Max.
Loudspeakers
ZONE 1
Solo-6 IR
Loudspeakers
ZONE 2
Solo-6 IR
Loudspeakers
ZONE 3
Solo-6 IR
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Solo-6 MD
Loudspeakers
ZONE 6
Solo-6 MD
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System Wiring Diagrams
INCLUDING DISTRIBUTED VIDEO WITH A NILES VS-6
HIGH DEFINITION COMPONENT VIDEO SWITCHER
CD
Player
Satellite
Receiver
Cable
Box
VS-6
Switched
Outlet
Control In
ZONE 1
Plasma/
LCD
Solo-6IR
iPod®
C5-HDDAWM
Loudspeakers
ZR-6
AC-3
ZR-6
MultiZone Receiver
AM/FM
INPUT 2 OR CASCADE OUT FOR iPod
iPod
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AUDIO INPUTS
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LCD
MICROFLASHERS® 12V TRIGGERS
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65
High Output
Flasher
Global
Zone 5
Cable
Box
Solo-6MD
Global
IR In
Zone 4
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Niles Audio Corporation
Zone 6
HT
Miami, Florida USA
Sync
VOLTAGE SYNC
56
C5-HDDAWM
Loudspeakers
123
PREAMP OUTPUTS
54
KEYPADSVIDEO SYNC
EXPANSION
In
564
Out
Loudspeakers
CAUTION –
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
AVIS –
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
SERIAL # LABEL HERE
Double Insulated
When servicing use only
identical replacement parts.
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DO NOT OPEN
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NE PAS OUVRIR
120 Volts ~ 60Hz. 500 Watts Max.
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WIRING LEGEND
Audio
30 Pin Cable
CAT-5 Data
Speaker
Cable
Flasher
12 Volt
AC
FM Antenna
AM Antenna
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ZR-6 MULTIZONE RECEIVER INTEGRATED WITH A HOME THEATER SYSTEM
ZR-6
Cable
Box
CD
Player
Satellite
Receiver
ZR-6
MultiZone Receiver
AM/FM
INPUT 2 OR CASCADE OUT FOR iPod
iPod
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RS232
AUDIO INPUTS
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VOLTAGE SYNC
56
PREAMP OUTPUTS
54 6
KEYPADSVIDEO SYNC
123
564
8 Ω (4 Ω Min.)
Speaker Outputs
lass 2 Wirin
Class 2 Wiring
L+ L- R- R+
L+ L- R- R+
L-
EXPANSION
In
Out
8 Ω (4 Ω Min.)
Speaker Outputs
lass 2 Wirin
Class 2 Wiring
Min.
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MICROFLASHERS® 12V TRIGGERS
65
8 Ω (4 Ω Min.)
Speaker Outputs
lass 2 Wirin
Class 2 Wiring
Min.
High Output
Flasher
Global
Zone 5
8 Ω (4 Ω Min.)
Speaker Outputs
lass 2 Wirin
Class 2 Wiring
Min.
Global
IR In
Zone 4
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
HT
Sync
8 Ω (4 Ω Min.)
Speaker Outputs
lass 2 Wirin
Class 2 Wiring
Min.
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Miami, Florida USA
8 Ω (4 Ω Min.)
Speaker Outputs
lass 2 Wirin
Class 2 Wiring
Zone 6
ZONE 6ZONE 5ZONE 4ZONE 3ZONE 2ZONE 1
Min.
Home Theater
Receiver
CAUTION –
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
AVIS –
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
SERIAL # LABEL HERE
Double Insulated
When servicing use only
identical replacement parts.
–
DO NOT OPEN
–
NE PAS OUVRIR
12V
Output
120 Volts ~ 60Hz. 500 Watts Max.
Global IR
Output
HT-MSU
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WIRING LEGEND
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HD Video
Flasher
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AC
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