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Niles RVL-6 User Manual

Niles RVL-6
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INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE
Infrared Remote Control Speaker Selection,
Volume Control, and Infrared Repeater System
RVL-6
RVL-6
®
Modular Multi-Room Controller
B LENDING H IGH F IDELITY AND A RCHITECTURE
®
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Niles RVL-6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNiles
ModelRVL-6
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Features and Benefits

Core System Capabilities

Details high-power handling, independent room control, global ON/OFF commands, and front panel control features.

Control Integration Options

Covers keypad/remote operation, IR learning, IntelliPad integration, and powerline carrier control.

Amplifier Protection

Modular Construction

System Expansion

Getting To Know Your RVL-6

Room Control Modules

RVC-1 Volume Control Module

Provides room on/off and volume control with 12 steps and 42dB attenuation.

RSS-1 On/Off Module

Provides basic room on/off control, useful when volume control is not needed.

Room Control Module Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing room control modules into the RVL-6.

Making Connections

Speaker-Level Connections

Details on connecting amplifier speaker-level outputs to the RVL-6 AMP input.

Amplifier Input Connection

Connects to the speaker level output of your receiver or amplifier.

Speaker Outputs

Recommended Speaker Wire

Connecting IR Sensors and Keypads

Avoiding Sensor/Keypad Interference

Avoid locating cables near sources of Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI).

Room Status Feedback

RVL-6 outputs status signal for IntelliPad and IR sensors.

Recommended IR Cable

Specifies 2-conductor shielded cable with a drain wire for IR/keypad connections.

Making IR Sensor/Keypad Connections

Distributing IR Commands (Data IN/OUT)

IR Data IN Function

Routes IR commands to multiple locations within the RVL-6.

IR Data OUT Function

Outputs IR commands from SENSOR inputs, built-in IR sensor, and IR DATA IN.

Controlling Components with IR Flashers

Dedicated Flasher Output

Outlet for IR commands used for dedicated receiver or pre-amp control.

Common Flasher Output

Making IR Flasher Connections

Automating System with CONTROL OUT

Powering the RVL-6

Controlling with X-10

Setting DIP Switches

Setting Amplifier Impedance

Configures RVL-6 to monitor speaker impedance for amplifier safety.

Setting AMP DIP Switches

Identifies the minimum impedance an amplifier can safely drive.

Setting SPEAKER DIP Switches

Identifies the impedance of each speaker pair connected to the RVL-6.

Setting X-10 Parameters

MODE DIP Switches

ZONE DIP Switches

Setting DEFAULTS DIP Switches

Rooms for ALL ON Command

Configures which rooms respond to the ALL ON command via DIP switches.

Setting Turn-On Volume

Selects initial volume level (last setting or 25%) when a room is turned on.

Operating Your RVL-6 System

Front Panel Operation

Instructions for controlling rooms, volume, and global commands via front panel.

Turning Rooms On/Off

How to select rooms and use the ON/OFF button to toggle their status.

Using ALL ON Command

Activates all enabled rooms system-wide or via UART.

Using ALL OFF Command

Turns off all rooms system-wide or via UART.

RVL-6 with IntelliPad

IntelliPad IR Commands

IntelliPad controls RVL-6, receiver, amplifier, and sources via taught IR commands.

IntelliPad Power Status Integration

Links IntelliPad status feedback to RVL-6 for room on/off status display.

System Power Management

Automates system power via RVL-6 control voltage output and AC-3.

Teaching RVL-6 Commands to IntelliPad

Teaching IR Commands to Remotes/IntelliPads

System Design Basics

Defining Listening Areas and Speakers

Plan listening zones and determine the number of speakers needed for each area.

Single Zone vs. Multiple Zone System

Choose between a system with one source for all zones or multiple sources for different zones.

Selecting Room Controls

Choose control methods like keypads, IR sensors, or combination for each room.

Specifying Room Control Modules

Select RVC-1 for volume/on-off or RSS-1 for on-off only.

Choosing the Right RVL-6 System

Single Zone System with One RVL-6

Distributes audio from one source to up to six rooms with independent control.

Single Zone System with Multiple RVL-6s

Expands a single zone system to control up to 24 rooms using multiple RVL-6 units.

Multiple Zone System with Multiple RVL-6s

Creates up to four zones, each with dedicated receivers, for independent source selection.

Dual Zone System with IR Repeater

Integrates RVL-6 with an IR repeater for dual-zone theater/music systems.

Single Zone System with One RVL-6

Automating Power Turn-On/Off

Routing IR Data

Single Zone System with Up to Four RVL-6s

Automating Power Turn-On/Off

Routing IR Data

Routing Global Commands

Multiple Zone System with Up to Four RVL-6s

Automating Power Turn-On/Off

Routing IR Data

Routing Global Commands

Dual Zone System with IR Repeater

Automating Power Turn-On/Off

Powerline Carrier Controls

Powerline Carrier Background

Explains how powerline carrier systems transmit coded instructions over AC wiring.

Using INCREMENT Switches

Operating with X-10 Power Line Controllers

Troubleshooting Guidelines

Room Control Module Troubleshooting

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with room control modules.

IR Troubleshooting

Guides for resolving problems with IR sensor and flasher operation.

IR Troubleshooting

Bad Connections or Wiring

Identifies symptoms and tests for improper connections or wiring faults.

Flasher Level Too High

Addresses issues caused by overloaded sensors due to strong IR signals.

Optical or Electromagnetic Interference

Explains how light and electrical noise can affect IR system performance.

Optical Feedback Loop

Troubleshooting Start Point

Test Remote Control

Verify remote control functionality directly with equipment.

Flasher Positioning

Ensure flashers have unobstructed line-of-sight to component sensor windows.

Test 12V DC Power Supply

Check for 12V DC output from the power adapter.

Disconnect Sensors and Keypads

Disconnect all sensor/keypad connectors to test front panel controls.

Test Cable for Shorts

Flasher Output Too High

Test Flashers

Test Cable for Opens

Bad Connections (RVL-6/Sensor/Keypad)

Move RVL-6 for EMI Avoidance

Optical Interference Sources

Electro-magnetic Interference (EMI)

Specifications

Audio Power Handling

Specifies 150 watts/channel continuous music power capability.

IR Range

Defines the operational range for infrared signals.

FCC Certification

States compliance with FCC rules for device operation.

Mounting Options

Describes table-top and optional rack-mount installation.

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