NXG Technology NX-VCH8 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
NX-VCH8 Volume Control Distribution Hub
Congratulations on choosing the NX-VCH8 Volume Control Distribution Hub. Like all NXG products, great care has been taken in its design.
We hope the combination of advanced engineering and state-of-the-art materials will provide you with a lifetime of listening pleasure.
Introduction
The NX-VCH8 is a stereo (two channel), one input, eight output, broad frequency response, volume control distribution hub. The NX-VCH8
provides a simple solution in complex speaker installations providing an easy way to connect from two to eight volume controls and pairs of
stereo speakers to a single stereo receiver/amplifier. All outputs are labeled easing both connection and troubleshooting of a system.
WARNING: THE NX-VCH8 DOES NOT PROVIDE INTERNAL IMPEDANCE CORRECTION. YOU MUST USE IMPEDANCE MATCHING
TYPE VOLUME CONTROLS TO PROVIDE AMPLIFIER PROTECTION SUCH AS THE NXG NX-VM80 OR NX-VMS100.
Features and Benefits
• Designed for use with
Class 2 wiring
• Parallel connecting block
for use with Impedance
matching volume controls
• One Stereo Input, eight
stereo outputs
• Detachable connectors for
easy wiring
• Compact size fits standard
structured wiring panels
• Heavy-duty PC mounted
screw-type connectors,
capable of accepting up to
14 AWG wire, provide solid
hookup to input and output
wires.
• Isolated left/right circuit
grounds provide safe
connection for amplifiers
with floating grounds
or bridged configuration.
• High quality, heavy-duty
construction throughout
provides excellent reliability.
Intelligent design allows
•
simple installation, easy
connection, and trouble
ee operation.
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Typical Speakers
Receiver/Amplifier
Impedance
Matching Type
Volume Controls
NX-VCH8
Mounting and
Wiring Instr
1. The NX-VCH8 is designed to
be mounted in a structured
wiring panel or surface mounted
in a central location where all
your wires are routed (typically in a basement, utility room, or attic). Secure the NX-VCH8 to a wall or panel using the two mounting
holes on each end of the unit. Fig. 1 shows a typical layout for 8 stereo speakers with impedance matching volume controls for a typical
home system.
uctions
Fig. 1
(Continued on reverse)
. Make sure to use properly
2
rated, polarity identified
speaker wire from the
receiver/amplifier to the
NX-VCH8, then run wires to
he volume control/speaker
t
locations. Be sure to leave
enough extra wire to make
connection to the terminal
blocks.
NX-VCH8 Specifications
Power Handling:
150 watts RMS per channel
(suitable for use with 300 watt
per channel rated
eceivers/amplifiers)
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3. Strip about 1/4˝ of insulation
from the end of each wire.
Connect the exposed
bare wire to the removable
connector plugs using a small
screwdriver as shown in Fig. 2.
4. Pay close attention to the
identification markings on the
connectors when inserting
each wire to maintain proper
polarity throughout the system
from your amplifier to the
NX-VCH8 hub, and out to your
volume controls and speakers.
Be sure to twist the loose
strands of each wire together
into a tight bundle when
inserting it into the small
opening of the connector to
prevent loose strands from
touching each other.
5. Install the connector plugs
back on the NX-VCH8 as
shown in Fig. 3.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Frequency Response:
20 Hz - 22kHz (+0dB, -0dB)
Wire size acceptance:
2 or 4 conductor, stranded,
16 AWG to 14 AWG
Dimensions:
67/8˝ (175mm) W x
3
2
3
3
/
˝ (76mm) H x
13/16˝ (30mm) D
including connectors
Mounting Hole Diameter:
7
/32˝ (5.5mm)
Maximum Number of Volume
Control/Speaker Connections:
8 pairs
Designed for use with Class 2
wiring only
NXG One-Year Limited Warranty
If the NXG product proves to be defective in workmanship or materials within one year from the date of the
original customer’s purchase, we will, at our option,
epair or r
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eplace the defective pr
oduct.
Limitation of Implied Warranties
Any implied war
chantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited in duration to the length of this war
ranties, including warranties of mer-
.
ranty
Exclusion of Certain Damages
NXG’s liability for any defective product is limited to
repair or replacement of the pr
NXG shall not be liable for incidental or consequential
damages of any kind or character because of product
defects. Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may
not apply.
oduct at our option.
This W
• Damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, negli-
• Any product whose serial number has been altered,
• Products that have been altered or modified.
• Normal wear and maintenance.
• Damages caused by shipping. (All claims for shipping
arranty Does Not Cover:
gence, or impr
defaced, or r
damage must be made with the carrier.)
oper operation.
emoved.
Warranty Service
arranty service must be performed by an authorized
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service center, usually a NXG dealer or its authorized
ou may obtain a list of authorized ser
agent. Y
ters by contacting NXG. All war
accompanied by the original bill of sales. No other document is acceptable or is required. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
NXG reserves the right to revise specifications without notice.
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85260
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