One Touch “Intelligent Macros” To Turn The Entire Home Theater On or Off
Normal home theater system operation requires you to turn on multiple components. It is
easy to make a mistake, which can create a situation where you must be a detective and
hunt down the fugitive component that is “off”, when it really should be “on”. The
IntelliControl eliminates all of this troubleshooting. A single touch of any of the ten installer
labeled “scene-setting” keys (typically labeled for sources e.g. TV, VCR, CD) will initiate
an intelligent sequence of commands (macro).
The IntelliControl will only issue a component’s power command if it is off. All of the
necessary components are turned on, every time. After the system components have
been turned on, the IntelliControl automatically completes the system configuration,
enabling you to watch and listen to the selected source. Now, a complex mix of different
brands of audio/video components can be operated with the same ease and simplicity of a
traditional television set.
Automatically Unmute the System
Many surround-sound preamps or receivers can unpleasantly surprise you with their
“mute” functions. For example, if you mute the system to answer a phone call and then
press a Master Key or the “Volume Up” Key, the volume will be too low. If you first raise
the volume then remember that you muted it, a press of the “Mute” button will issue a
deafening blast.
The IntelliControl is capable of “managing” the mute command. The system will mute
when you press the “Mute” key. However, it will now unmute automatically whenever you
press a Master Key, “Volume Up” or the “Mute” key.
Manage and Automate “Unfriendly” Components
Many high-performance audio/video components have remote control functions that are
impossible to automate with conventional automation equipment. The components are
really just designed for the user who demands manual control at all times. The
IntelliControl has unique software “managers” which enable complete automation of
components that are difficult to automate. For the first time, components chosen for
optimum performance can be automated using the IntelliControl.
Trigger Screens, Screen Masking Devices, Projector Lifts, Curtains and Drapes
The IntelliControl provides dedicated 12-volt DC triggers for both the Video and the Audio
Scenes. The Video scene also triggers a latching (normally open) and a latching (normally
closed) contact relay. An "assignable" relay and 12v DC voltage can be triggered by any
key as a step in a programmed sequence. These relays and voltages enable devices
which are not IR controlled to be automated by the IntelliControl system.
PC Programmable with IntelliFile II
An IntelliControl system configuration can be programmed, saved, and edited using the
Niles IntelliFile II Programming Software and interface. A PC running Windows 95 or
higher is required. Niles does not offer a Mac compatible version at this time.
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