Nuvo NV-A4DS-UK User Manual

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NV-A4DS-UK Installation Manual

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ENGLISH

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Danger Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably to noise induced hearing loss but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S. Government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the following permissible noise level exposures:

DURATION PER DAY (HOURS) 8 6 4 3 2 1 SOUND LEVEL (dB) 90 93 95 97 100 103

According to OSHA, any exposure in the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canal or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss. If exposure in excess of the limits as put forth above, to insure against potentially harmful exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of inducing high sound pressure levels, such as this amplification system, be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR.

THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF NON-INSULATED "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE PRODUCT'S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.

THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE UNIT.

APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

NOT REMOVE CHASSIS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

1. Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product.

2. All safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference.

3. Read and understand all warnings listed on the operating instructions.

4 . Follow all operating instructions to operate this product.

5. This product should not be used near water, i.e. Bathtub, sink,swimming pool, wet basement, etc.

6. Only use dry cloth to clean this product.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings, It should not be placed flat against a wall or placed in a built-in enclosure that will impede the flow of cooling air.

8. Do not install this product near any heat sources ;such as,radiators, heat registers, stove or other apparatus (including heat producing amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the 0ther.A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord being walked on or pinched, particularly at Plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Do not break the ground pin of the power supply cord.

11 . Only use attachments specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through the ventilation ports or any other openings.

15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way; such as, power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.

16. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

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FRENCH

Danger L‘exposition a des niveaux eleves de bruit peut provoquer une perte permanente de l’audition, Chaque organisme humain reagit differemment quant a la perte de l’audition, mais quasiment tout le monde subit une diminution de I’acuite auditive lors d’une exposition suffisamment longue au bruit intense. Les autorites competentes en reglementation de bruit ont defini les expositions tolerees aux niveaux de bruits:

DURE EN HEURES PAR JOUR 8 6 4 3 2 1 INIVEAU SONORE CONTINU EN dB 90 93 95 97 100 103

Selon les autorites, toute exposition dans les limites citees ci-dessus, peuvent provoquer certaines pertes d’audition. Des bouchons ou protections dans l’appareil auditif ou sur l’oreille doivent etre portes lors de l’utilisation de ce systeme d’amplification afin de prevenir le risque de perte permanente de l’audition, Dans le cas d’expositions superieures aux limites precitees il est recommande, afin de se premunir contre les expositions aux pressions acoustiquese I evees potentielIement dangeure u ses, aux personnes exposees aux equipements capables de delivrer de telles puissances, tels ce systeme d’amplification en fonctionnement, de proteger l’appareil auditif.

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR.

ATTENTION: AFIN DE LlMlTER LE RISQUE DE CHO ELECTR/QUE, NE

CE SYMBOLE A POUR BUT D'AVERTIR L'UTILISATEUR DE LA PRESENCE DE VOLTAGE DANGEREUX NON-ISOLE A L'INTERIEUR DE CE PRODUIT QUI PEUT ETRE DE PUISSANCE SUFFISAMMENT IMPORTANTE POUR PROVOQUER UN CHOC ELECTRIQUE AUX PERSONNES.

CE SYMBOLE A POUR BUT D'AVERTIR L'UTILISATEUR DE LA PRESENCE D'INSTRUCTIONS D'UTILISATION ET DE MAINTENANCE DANS LES DOCUMENTS FOURNIS AVEC CE PRODUIT.

AFIN DE REDUIRE LES RISQUÉ D'INCENDIE ET DE DECHARGE ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS EXPOSER CET APPAREIL A LA PLUIE OU A L'HUMIDITE.

PAS ENLEVER LE CHASSIS. NE CONTIENT PAS DE PIECES POUVANT ETRE REPAREE PAR L’UTILISATEUR. CONFER LE SERVICE APRES-VENTE AUX REPARATEURS

IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE

1. Lire avec attention toutes les recommandations et précautions

d'emploi avant d'utiliser ce produit.

2. Toutes les recommandations et précautions d'emploi doivent être

conservées afin de pouvoir s'y reporter si nécessaire.

3. Lire et comprendre tous les avertissements énumérés dans les

précautions d'emploi.

4. Suivre toutes les précautions d'emploi pour utiliser ce produit.

5. Ce produit ne doit pas être utilisé près d'eau, comme par exemple

baignoires, éviers, piscine, sous-sol humides ... Etc.

6. Utiliser exclusivement un chiffon sec pour nettoyer ce produit.

7. Ne bloquér aucune ouverture de ventilation. Ne pas placer le

produit tout contre un mur ou dans une enceinte fernée, cela gênerait le flux d'air nécessaire au refroidissement.

8. Ne pas placer le produit près de toute source de chaeur telle que

radiateurs, arrivées d'air chaud, fourneaux ou autres appareils générant de la chaleur (incluant les amplificateurs producteurs de chaleur) .

9. Ne pas négliger la sécurité que procure un branchement polarisé

ou avec raccordement à la terre, Un branchement polarisé comprend deux fiches dont l'une est plus large que l'autre. Un branchement à la terre comprend deux fiches plus une troisième reliée à la terre. Si la fiche secteur fournie ne s'insert pas dans votre prise de courant. consulter un 'électricien afin de remplacer votre prise obsolète.

10. Protéger le cordon d'alimentation de tout écrasement ou

pincement, particulièrement au niveau des fiches, des réceptacles utilisés et à l'endroit de sortie de l'appareil. Ne pas casser la fiche de terre du cordon d'alimentation.

11. Utiliser uniquement les accessoires spécifiés par le constructeur.

12. Utiliser uniquement avec le chariot de transport, le support, le

trépied, la console ou la table spécifiés par le constructeur ou vendus avec l'appareil. Lors de l'utilisation d'un chariot, bouger avec précaution l'ensemble chariotlappareil afin d'éviter les dommages d'un renversement.

13 Débrancher cet appareil lors d'orages ou s'il n'est pas utilisé

pendant une longue période.

14. Des précautions doivent être prises afin qu'aucun objet ne tombe

et qu'aucun liquide ne se répande à l'intérieur de l'appareil par les orifics de ventilation ou n'importe quelle autre ouverture.

15. Pour toutes interventions techniques s'adresser à un technicien

qualifié.L'intervention technique est nécessaire lorsque l'appareil a été endommagé de n'importe quelle façon, comme par exemple si le cordon secteur ou sa fiche sont détériorés,si du liquide a coulé ou si des objets sont tombés à l'intérieur de l'apparei1,si l'appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à l'humidité, s'il ne fonctionne pas normalement ou s'il est tombé.

16. ATTENTI0N:Pour réduire le risque d'incendie ou de choc

electrique ne pas exposer l'appareil à la pluie ou à l'humidité.

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Introduction Page 3 Wiring Diagram Page 4 Front Panel Features Page 5 Back Panel Features Page 5 Keypad Features Page 6 LRC Learning Remote Control Page 7

Installing the Simplese System in Your Home

I. Prewire CAT5 Termination Page 8 II. Speaker Wire Termination Page 9 III. Allport Termination and Installation Page 9 IV. Installing the Simplese Amplifier Page 10 V. IR Outputs Page 10 VI. Keypad and Zone Setup Page 10

Zone EQ Control and Source Grouping Page 11 Volume Reset Page 11 All Off Page 11

Master Mode/All On Page 12 VII. Using the Fixed and Variable Lineouts Page 13 VIII. Using the Link Jack Page 14 IX. Mute Input Page 15 X. The LSA40 Local Source Amplifier Page 16 XI. The LSA40PD Power Distribution Hub Page 17

Troubleshooting Page 18 Specifications Page 20 Addendum-NV-A4D Serial Control Protocol Page 21

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the NuVo Simplese System. Simplese brings the best of today's digital technology to a true whole-home audio system. Listening to multiple audio sources from independent zones throughout the home has never been easier or more affordable.

The elegant UK® style keypads allow independent selection of up to four different audio sources from up to four zones in the home. They are available in white and black to help match a variety of decorating choices. Generation D digital amplification provides clear, precise digital sound to each zone without the heat generated by traditional analog amplification. The integrated infrared repeater in each keypad means you can control all of your audio sources wirelessly from any zone of your home.

Enjoying quality audio throughout the home is simple and affordable with Simplese. This installation manual is designed to provide a sequential, step-by-step guide to making full use of the many features and capabilities of the Simplese System.

Package Contents:

1 NV-A4D Four-Source, Four-Zone Amplifier 4 NV-A4DKP-UK UK style Zone Controller Keypads available in white or black 1 NV-LRC1 Universal Learning Remote Control 1 NV-A4DAP-UK UK style Allport™ Multi-port Connection Hub 1 NV-A4DAPC Allport Connection Cable 1 pr. NV-REM1U Single Space Rack Ear Mounts 4 NV-VEC IR emitters with feedback LED 4 NV-WP-UK UK style Wall Plates available in white or black

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MODEL NV-P2100

HIGH EFFICIENCY 200 WATT

STEREO AMPLIFIER

WATTS

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NuVo Technologies Cincinnati Ohio. USA

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-12

VOLTAGE TRIGGER

3-30 VOLTS AC OR DC

SPEAKER

8 OHM: 70W X 2 4 OHM: 100W X 2

CONFORM S TO

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USE ONLY WITH 250V FUSE

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Wiring Diagram

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Front Panel Features

1. Stand-by LED This LED (light emitting diode) indicates, when lit, that the Simplese amplifier is plugged into

an AC power source.

2. Zone LED Each of these LEDs indicates, when lit, that its zone keypads are turned on.

SOUR CE INPU T

ZONE 4

FIXED

LINE O UT

VAR

NORMA L

56KHz38KHz

USE FOR S AT

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OR CABL E

IR OUT

STATUS ON=+1 2V

MUTE =0V

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LINK

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ALL PO RT CONN ECTIO N

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FOUR-SOURCE FOUR-ZONE

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Back Panel Features

1. Source Inputs Each of these stereo RCA inputs receives an audio signal from up to four independent audio

sources.

2. Zone 4 Lineouts These fixed and variable lineouts are used for attaching additional amplification to the zone 4 audio outputs.

3. IR OUT These outputs are designed to be used with the included IR (Infrared) emitters to transfer IR function commands from the zone keypads to the appropriate audio source equipment; see IR Outputs pg. 10.

4. MUTE This 3.5mm mono connection is designed to be used in conjunction with the NV-MI1 mute interface; see Mute Input and the NV-MI1, pg. 15.

5. STATUS This 3.5mm mono connection provides a constant +5 volt output when a zone is turned on. This can be used to trigger external equipment.

6. RS232 This is used for bidirectional serial control by third party home automation systems.

7. LINK This 3.5mm mono output is used to expand the Simplese System from four to eight zones; see

Using the Link Jack to Create Eight Zones, pg. 14.

8. Allport Connection This 25-pin terminal is used in conjunction with the Allport cable to integrate the zone keypads and speakers into the system; see Allport Termination and Installation, pg. 9.

9. AC This is used with the included AC power cable to provide electrical power to the system when attached to an active AC power outlet.

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Keypad Features

1. Volume Level The level of the zone volume is

indicated by these LEDs (light emitting diodes).

2. Power The power button turns that keypad's zone on and off independently of the other zones. Pressing and holding the power button turns all the zones off simultaneously.

3. Mute The mute button temporarily silences any audio playing in that keypad's zone.

4. Source Selection The source buttons independently select any of the four sources connected to the Simplese amplifier. The selected source button will remain lit.

5. IR Receiver Each keypad has an IR (infrared) receiver located under the volume button for wireless control of the audio source equipment.

6. Volume Independent audio volume level for each zone is controlled with these buttons.

MUTE

MP3

SAT

VOLUME

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LRC1 Learning Remote Control

MUTE

VOL+

VOL-

ON/OFF

1. Setup: The setup button is used to place the remote control in program/learn mode.

2. Whole-Home Control: This section automatically performs the basic Simplese keypad functions.

3. Transport Buttons: The transport buttons perform basic source specific functions, such as play, stop, pause, forward and reverse.

NV-LRC1

4. Video Source Control: These buttons are typically used by video equipment for menu navigation and selection.

5. Source Volume: This is source specific volume control, such as a TV or stereo receiver. This is not

used for NuVo zone volume.

6. Numeric Buttons: These buttons provide source specific direct numeric access.

7. Power Button: This power button is for source specific power on and off. It is not for NuVo zone

on and off.

8. Channel up and down: This button provides source specific channel scrolling.

9. Macro Buttons: These buttons do not perform a given source function. They can be used for programming multiple function macro commands.

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Installing the Simplese System in Your Home

I. Prewire

The Simplese System uses CAT5 cable for keypad control and either two or four-conductor 16-gauge speaker wire. All the wire is “homerun” from each zone to the location of the Allport connection hub.

Complete CAT5 Crimping Instructions

The NuVo audio systems require CAT5, unshielded, twisted pair (UTP), for communication between the keypads/Display Pads and the main amplifier unit. Each end of the wire is terminated with an RJ45 connector.

The Simplese System can accommodate 2000 total feet of CAT5 cable. For the most reliable operation, it is best that no single run of CAT5 exceeds 250 feet.

The correct wiring scheme for the CAT5 cable is standard EIA/TIA 568A. Properly terminating the CAT5 cable is crucial for the operation of the system. It is very important to use a good quality crimp tool, and testing each end to end run with a CAT5 wire tester will insure that your system operates flawlessly, fig.1.

Step-by-Step Crimping Instructions

1. Strip a 2 to 3 inch portion of the insulation, exposing the 4 twisted pairs.

2. Untwist the wires and fan them out individually. Arrange the wires into the correct color scheme as shown in Fig. 1.

3. Flatten the wires in their correct order, and trim them evenly across the top. Most crimp tools have a wire trimmer built-in. It is best to trim the wires to about ½” in length.

4. While holding the wires flat between your thumb and forefinger, insert the wires into the RJ45 connector, so each is in its own slot. Push the wire into the RJ45, so all 8 conductors touch the end of the connector. The insulation jacket should extend beyond the crimp point of the RJ45.

5. Insert the RJ45 into the crimp tool receptacle and squeeze the tool firmly. Note that a ratchet type tool should tighten down until it no longer clicks.

6. The RJ45 should be firmly crimped to the CAT5 insulation. It is necessary that the color scheme be repeated identically on each end of the wire.

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Pin #

1. Green Stripe

2. Green

3. Orange Stripe

4. Blue

5. Blue Stripe

6. Orange

7. Brown Stripe

8. Brown

Note: Colors listed as “stripe” are a white wire with a colored stripe.

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II. Speaker Wire Termination

It is important to keep the proper orientation of positive and negative signal for each speaker connection. Typically, two-conductor speaker wire uses red to denote positive and black to denote negative. Some types of wire indicate positive with a dark line running through the insulation. Four-conductor wire can also be used. This has four separate wires in one outer jacket, making it possible to run a single speaker wire to a zone for its pair of speakers. This type of wire typically uses red and black for one speaker and white as positive and green as negative for the second speaker.

Note: The Simplese System is designed to handle one pair of 8-ohm speakers per zone. Using more than one pair of speakers per zone could cause damage to the amplifier output.

III. Allport Termination and Installation

Both the speaker wire and CAT5 cables for each zone terminate into the back side of the Allport. The order of CAT5 plug-ins is irrelevant to the operation of the system, but it is recommended that you label the individual CAT5 cables for future reference. Follow the zone and polarity labeling for the speaker wire termination, fig. 2.

Fig. 2

The final connection from the Allport is made with the Allport cable supplied with the Simplese System, fig. 3.

Fig. 3

STATUS ON=+ 12V

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IV. Installing the Simplese Amplifier

The Simplese amplifier component is designed to be placed on a shelf or in a component rack. Rack ear mounts are supplied with the system. If you are using the rack ears and mounting the amplifier with other components, you should remove the feet. Remove the two screws at the front of each side of the lid and use the longer screws included with the rack ears to attach the ears to the Simplese amplifier.

The audio sources are plugged into the four source inputs on the back panel of the Simplese amplifier using stereo RCA cables, fig. 4.

Fig. 4

SOUR CE INPU T

Source 1 Tuner 1

ZONE 4

FIXED

VAR

LINE O UT

Audio Out

V. IR Outputs

The Simplese System ships with four IR emitters for transferring IR data from the keypad receivers (located under the volume button) to the IR receiver on each piece of source equipment. There are two separate IR output sections on the back panel. The 38Khz outputs are used for most audio sources. The exception to this is cable and satellite boxes, which operate at a higher IR carrier frequency closer to 56Khz. A second source one and two 56Khz output is available for these devices. It is important that the output being used for each source matches the source input number. The outputs work individually with each source to allow independent source control. Simply plug the emitter into the appropriate IR output on the back of the Simplese amplifier and attach the flasher end over the IR receiver of the source equipment, fig. 5.

VI. Keypad and Zone Setup

Each keypad requires a specific zone setting to establish the keypad's location. This setting is made on the back of the keypad using an eight-position rotary switch. To set the switch, place a small slothead screwdriver in the slot in the switch and turn it clockwise to the appropriate zone number 1-4, fig.

6. The remaining switch positions, 5-8, allow for an additional keypad in each zone. Position 5 corresponds to zone 1, 6 to zone 2, 7 to zone 3, and 8 to zone 4. The additional letters do not apply to Simplese. Note that the Allport only has four RJ45 jacks, so additional keypads require the use of a CAT5 splitter.

Fig. 6

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Simplese Keypad

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NuVo Technologies LLC Hebron, Kentucky USA www.nuvtoechnologies.com

Use only with

NuVo Simplese System

Utiliser uniquement avec

NuVo Simplese System

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EQ Control and Source Grouping

The keypads can be used to set specific zone functions. These are for bass and treble EQ response and source grouping. To change bass response, press the Mute button and Source 1 button simultaneously. Adjust the bass level up or down by using the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons. The volume indicator LEDs will indicate the output level, fig. 7. Adjust treble response using the same process. This is accessed by pressing the Mute and Source 2 buttons. Once the desired setting is made, press the Source button again to return the keypad to normal operation.

Source grouping is a feature that allows multiple zones in an open living space to always share the same source selection but still retain individual volume and on/off control. This is achieved by pressing Mute and Source 3. Volume Up enables the group function, and Volume Down disables the group function and causes the keypad to operate independently of all other groups, fig. 8.

The lit volume LED indicates the treble and bass levels.

Press the Mute and Source 1 for bass control and Mute and Source 2 for treble control.

Fig. 7

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The Simplese System keypads automatically reset the listening volume to a low level when all zones have been turned off and a zone is turned on again. If a zone is turned off and turned back on before all the zones are turned off, it will return at the previous volume level.

All Off

All the zones in the system can be turned off simultaneously from any keypad by pushing and holding the power button until the keypad goes completely dark. A single push and release of the power button will only turn that zone off. If another zone is on, the power button will remain lit.

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Fig. 8

Group Disabled Group Enabled

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Master Mode/All On

The Simplese System has an All On feature. Any keypad within the system, which can be up to eight zones, has the ability to become a master control for the entire house. The master keypad will control zone on, volume level, and source selection for all other zones.

The lit volume LED will flash when the keypad is in Master Mode.

To place a keypad in Master Mode function, simply press the Mute and Source 4 buttons simultaneously. This will cause the volume indicator LED for that zone’s keypad to flash continuously. All other zones will then turn on to the same relative volume level and increase or decrease with the volume adjustment on the master keypad.

Any of the other zone keypads have the ability to override the master function by selecting a new source, changing a local zone’s volume control, or by turning a local zone’s keypad off and back on.

The Master Mode is turned off by repeating the sequence of pressing the Mute and Source 4 buttons.

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Press the Mute and Source 4 buttons to initiate the Master Mode.

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VII. Using the fixed and Variable Lineouts

Zone 4 is equipped with two types of pre-amp lineouts for use with an additional amplifier. This can be dedicated to an outdoor zone or large living area that would benefit from more than one pair of speakers. NuVo manufactures a 200-watt stereo amplifier specifically designed for this purpose, called the NuVo P2100, although any audio amplifier can be used with the lineouts. The examples shown in this manual refer specifically to the P2100.

The variable lineout is intended for use in a zone where you want the Simplese keypads to control the volume output of the external amplifier, fig. 9.

Fig. 9

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The Zone 4 keypad controls the audio volume.

Diagram shown using the NuVo P2100 amplifier

SOUR CE INPU T

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NuVo Techno logie s Cinci nnati O hio USA

POWER

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RIGHT

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-12

FOUR-SOURCE FOUR-ZONE

MODE

CONTROL

VOLTAGE TRIGGER

3-30 VOLTS AC OR DC

MODEL NV-P2100

HIGH EFFICIENCY 200 WATT

STEREO AMPLIFIER

WATTS

120V

250

60HZ

NuVo Technologies Cincinnati Ohio. USA

SPEAKER

UNIT

OUTPUT POWER

8 OHM: 70W X 2

4 OHM: 100W X 2

+12VDC

100mA

CONFORM S TO

UL STD.65 00

CERTIFI ED TO

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3033118

USE ONLY WITH 250V FUSE

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The fixed lineout can be used for zones where it is more appropriate to have a separate volume control from the NuVo keypad for the external amplifier, fig. 10. A good example of this use would be an outdoor zone that is being used in conjunction with zone 4. All three versions, zone 4 amplified output, variable lineout, and fixed lineout can be used simultaneously.

Fig. 10

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MODEL NV-P2100

HIGH EFFICIENCY 200 WATT

controlled by a separate volume control.

Diagram shown using the NuVo P2100

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Sim plese

AUDIO

SENSITIVITY

OdBV = 1.0RMS

LEFT

INPUT

-12

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ON/OFF SWITCH

RIGHT

-12

FOUR-SOURCE FOUR-ZONE

POWER

MODE

AUDIO AC/DC

CONTROL

VOLTAGE TRIGGER

3-30 VOLTS AC OR DC

SPEAKER

UNIT

OUTPUT POWER

8 OHM: 70W X 2

4 OHM: 100W X 2

+12VDC

100mA

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STEREO AMPLIFIER

120V

60HZ

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VIII. Using the Link Jack to Create Eight Zones

Two separate Simplese Systems can be made to react as one using the back-panel 3.5mm connection labeled LINK. This requires the use of “Y” cables to link the source inputs and IR outputs. A single stereo mini-patch cable is then plugged into the LINK jack on both Simplese amplifiers. This links the All Off command so when it is initiated at any of the zone keypads, all eight zones will turn off, fig. 11

56KHz

Fig. 11

38KHz

NORMAL

USE FOR SAT

USE

OR CABLE

IR OUT

STATUS ON=+12 V

MUTE =0V

LINK

RS232

SYST EM

Sim plese

SPEA KER AND DATA SI GNALS

ALL PO RT CONN ECTIO N

38KHz

NORMAL

56KHz

USE FOR SAT

USE

OR CABLE

IR OUT

STATUS ON=+12 V

MUTE =0V

LINK

RS232

SYST EM

Sim plese

SPEA KER AND DATA SI GNALS

ALL PO RT CONN ECTIO N

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IX. Mute Input and the NuVo MI1

The back panel of the Simplese amplifier has a 3.5mm mono input labeled MUTE. This is designed to be used with the NuVo MI1 Mute Interface. When the MI1 is connected, the system will temporarily mute when the phone or doorbell rings, fig. 12.

Fig. 12

SOUR CE INPU T

ZONE 4

FIXED

LINE O UT

VAR

NORMA L

USE

IR OUT

The MI1 connects to the NuVo amplifier using a standard mono patch cable with a mini-plug on each end. Plug one end into the EXT. MUTE input on the back of the amplifier and the other end into the input on the front of the MI1.

MUTE INTERFACE

ADAPTER

NV-MI1

CONNECT TO MUTE INPUT

56KHz38KHz

USE FOR S AT

OR CABL E

STATUS ON=+1 2V

MUTE =0V

SYST EM

LINK

RS232

Sim plese

SPEA KER AND DATA SI GNALS

ALL PO RT CONN ECTIO N

FOUR-SOURCE FOUR-ZONE

100~2 40V 50~ 60Hz 85 W

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The back of the MI1 will accept up to two AC or DC voltages from two different doorbell chimes. This connection is done with two conductor wire from the terminals on the doorbell chime to the Doorbell A or Doorbell B inputs on the back of the MI1. Polarity is not important for this connection.

DOORBELL 1

DOORBELL 2

Connect to Telephone RJ-11

Line 1: Pins 3,4 Line 2: Pins 2,5

Model NV-MI1

Mute Interface Module

Up to two phone lines can be brought into the RJ-11 connection on the back of the MI1. The voltage from the phone ringer will trigger the NuVo System to mute.

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X. The LSA40 Local Source Amplifier

The LSA40 is highly versatile , 40 watt stereo amplifier designed to be installed in a single gang low voltage ring. An audio sensing feature allows the LSA40 to automatically amplify any incoming line-level audio signal. As described in fig. 13, the LSA40 can be connected to the Simplese keypad allowing use with a local source or an incoming NuVo system source through a common pair of speakers in any zone.

Fig. 13

NuVo System zone speakers.

SOURC E INPUT

ZONE 4

FIXED

VAR

LINE OU T

NORMAL

56KHz38KHz

STATUS

USE FOR SAT

USE

OR CABLE

IR OUT

ON=+12V

MUTE =0V

SYSTE M

LINK

RS232

Simp lese

SPEAKE R AND DATA SIGN ALS

ALL POR T CONNE CTION

FOUR-SOURCE FOUR-ZONE

100~240 V 50~60 Hz 85W

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Any NuVo System zone output can be wired to the LSA40 Local Source Amplifier.

The selected zone speaker output of the “Generation D” Simplese Allport™ is wired directly to the LSA40.

Any stereo line level source signal can be amplified through the local source speakers using the LSA40.

LSA40 Back

A two conductor wire is used as a voltage trigger from the LSA40 to the NuVo zone keypad. When the zone is turned on this allows to NuVo system audio to pass to the zone speakers. When the zone is turned off the internal amplifier of the LSA40 is automatically engaged.

The connection from the LSA40 to the Simplese keypads is done using a green two pin screw down terminal.

LSA40 Front

AC Power Source

VOLUME

MUTE

MP3

SAT

MODEL:NV-LSA40

LOCAL SOURCE AMPLIFIER

VDC

A M

P L I F

I ER

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WIRE STRIP 5/16” (8MM)

A P Y E

AKER E

TO SP

INPUT

POWER

NV-LSA40

Local Source Amplifier

50 Watt AC power adapter supplied with the LSA40S

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XIV. NV-LSA40PD Local Source Amplifier Power Distribution Hub

The LSA40PD is a great device for distributing the necessary DC power to up to 4 individual LSA40 amplifiers. This allows the LSA40 components to be remotely located without the need for an external power supply in the zone, fig. 14. The LSA40PD is typically located where the Simplese amplifier is installed. The power from the head end to each of LSA40 locations is sent over standard 16 gauge speaker wire.

Fig. 14

SOURC E INPUT

ZONE 4

FIXED

VAR

LINE OU T

56KHz38KHz

STATUS

NORMAL

USE FOR SAT

USE

OR CABLE

IR OUT

ON=+12V

MUTE =0V

SYSTE M

LINK

RS232

Simp lese

SPEAKE R AND DATA SIGN ALS

ALL POR T CONNE CTION

The Allport receives the speaker and CAT5 wires from each zone and connects them to the Simplese

FOUR-SOURCE FOUR-ZONE

100~240 V 50~60 Hz 85W

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VOLUME

LSA40 Back

MODEL:NV-LSA40

LOCAL SOURCE AMPLIFIER

1.5A

KEY

O A

L I F

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WIRE STRIP 5/16” (8MM)

MUTE

MP3

SAT

Any NuVo System zone output can be wired to the LSA40 Local Source Amplifier.

16 gauge 2 conductor speaker wire is required to send voltage from the LSA40PD to four separate zones.

LSA40PD Back

MODEL:NV-LSA40PD-DC

LOCAL SOURCE AMPLIFIER

28VDC 5A

ZONE 1

ZONE 3

ZONE 2 ZONE 4

DESIGNED IN USA MADE IN CHINA

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LSA40PD Front

POWER

200 Watt AC power adapter included with the LSA40PD

AC Power Source

LSA40 Back

MODEL:NV-LSA40

LOCAL SOURCE AMPLIFIER

.5A

A M

AKE

LIF

I E R

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WIRE STRIP 5/16” (8MM)

LSA40 Back

MODEL:NV-LSA40

LOCAL SOURCE AMPLIFIER

LIF

I E

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WIRE STRIP 5/16” (8MM)

LSA40 Back

MODEL:NV-LSA40

LOCAL SOURCE AMPLIFIER

EYP

P L

I F

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WIRE STRIP 5/16” (8MM)

VOLUME

MUTE

MP3

SAT

VOLUME

MUTE

MP3

SAT

VOLUME

MUTE

MP3

SAT

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Troubleshooting

Symptom Probable Cause

When the keypad is plugged in there is a loud pop through the speakers and the keypad does not work.

When the keypad is plugged in, it just flashes and has no functionality.

The keypad or keypads will not change source independently. They all change source at the same time.

Improperly wired CAT5 cable. Check that you are using the 568A or B

Assigning duplicate addresses to multiple keypads.

Source Grouping is turned on. Each keypad has the ability to be set as a

Remedy

wiring standard (see Section I: Crimping CAT5 wire). The best way to know is to use a CAT5 tester.

Each keypad must have a unique address set with the Zone Address rotary switch located on the back of the keypad (see Section VI, Installing the Simplese keypads, page 10).

source group or remain independent. Use the Mute button and the Source 3 button to turn the Source Group feature on and off (see Section VI, Source Grouping, page 11).

All the keypads change when a source is selected on only one.

With the keypads plugged in, the POWER LED on the front of the amplifier will not turn on.

The keypads are set for Source Grouping. Pressing the MUTE and Source 3 button

simultaneously sets the Source Grouping feature. This will cause multiple keypads to always share the same source (see Section VI, Zone EQ and Source Grouping, page 11).

One or more improperly wired CAT5 cables. Make sure that the amplifier is plugged

into a reliable power source. Test that the POWER LED on the amplifier turns on when the Allport Cable is unplugged and plugged in again. Next, unplug all the CAT5 cables from the Allport and plug them back in one at a time until the bad cable(s) is discovered.

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Troubleshooting

Symptom Probable Cause

The IR emitters remain constantly lit. IR interference. This is commonly caused by a security

The IR repeater does not properly control the audio source equipment.

One or more of the IR emitters are not properly placed over the IR receiver on the audio source equipment, or the IR output on the Simplese does not correspond with the audio equipment you are controlling.

Remedy

motion detector aimed at the keypad’s IR receiver. If possible, redirect the motion detector. Try to keep the keypad from strong direct sunlight. This can also cause interference. This can also be caused by an incorrect wire pinout at the CAT5 RJ45 termination. Check using a CAT5 tester and re-terminate if necessary.

Reposition the LED end of the emitter on the face of the source equipment, so it is flashing directly over that source’s IR receiver. Make sure that the emitter plugged into IR Output #1 is actually going to source #1 , and so on for sources 2-4.

External amplifier (NuVo P2100) or other model audio output creates a hum.

Ground loop. Unplug the audio input to the amplifier

to see if the hum disappears. If so, install a ground loop isolator audio cable.

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Simplese D Specifications

Zones 1-4 Power Amplifier Outputs System

Continuous Average Output Power 30W (15W x 2) System On 5V @ 50mA Two channels driven 30-20kHz @1% THD External Mute 3-12V DC Rated Distortion (1/2 power) 0.40% Rated Impedance 6 Ohms Power Requirements Damping Factor 50+ Power Supply 90-260VAC 50/60Hz Frequency Response (20-20kHz) +2dB Power Consumption all channels 140W

driven to full-rated power Preamplifier Section Power Consumption average 30W Variable output 0-600mV operating conditions Fixed output 600mV Power Consumption no signal Less than10W Impedance 600 Ohms

Physical Specifications Source Inputs 1-4 Unit Size Millimeters 44H x 430W x 270D

input Impedance 10K Unit Size Inches 1.75H x 17W x 10.625D Input Sensitivity for rated power 300mV RMS Unit Weight Kilograms 2.95 Input Overload 3V RMS Unit Weight Pounds 6.5

Emitter Outputs NuVo reserves the right to change specifications Source Outputs 4 without notice. Output Drive Current 100mA Output Drive Voltage 5V Source 1&2 38kHz/56kHz Selectable Source 3&4 38kHz Compatible with single and dual emitters

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