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roubleshooting

This manual contains instr

uctions for the TS100 only. For spe-

cific information on the adjustment and operation of your
Niles infrared extender system, please refer to the instruction
manual included with your Niles IR Main System Unit
(MSU140, MSU250, MSU480 MSU440Z, IntelliControl).

The bi-color blue/green LED on the front of the TS100 is a 
useful troubleshooting aid. 

The blue LED should light only when a remote command is
being received. If the LED on the TS100 “flickers”, and the
TS100 functions normally, there is no cause for concern, some
stray IR signal are being received by the TS100 but are not
being repeated.

1. Test the remote control(s) by operating the A/V equipment

directly. Replace the batteries if needed.

2. Double check the cable connections on all TS100’s and on the

main system unit. Look for open, shorted or reversed wires.

3. Test for interference from the following sources:

• Neon or halogen lights in the room

• Light dimmers, beginning with those closest to the TS100

Observe the TS100’s LED while performing all the tests. It is
possible to have interference from more than one source.

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Summary of Contents for TS100

Page 1: ...TABLE TOP INFRARED SENSOR TS100 B L E N D I N G H I G H F I D E L I T Y A N D A R C H I T E C T U R E I N S TA L L AT I O N O P E R AT I O N G U I D E TS100 DS00326ACN TS100 11 26 03 11 58 AM Page 2 ...

Page 2: ... repeating system IR Main System Unit Models MSU140 MSU250 MSU480 and MSU440Z IR Sensors Keypads Models WS100 TS100 MS100 MVC100IR MS200 CS100 and the IntelliPad IR Flashers Models MF1 MF1VF MF2 MF2VF and the IRB1 An IR sensor expansion unit Model IRH610 is available for IR repeater systems used in more than six rooms TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Features and Benefits 2 Installation Considerat...

Page 3: ...th virtually all brands of A V equipment and remote controls Excellent IR receiving range you get 18 to 30 of remote control range depending upon the strength of your hand held remote 100 factory tested for pickup range and angle Small size of only 2 7 8 wide x 1 1 16 high x 3 1 8 deep fits almost anywhere Printed circuit board design uses surface mount technology SMT assuring high reliability Ide...

Page 4: ...nce makes it ideal for installation in existing homes or cabi nets with great ease and minimal custom work Installing the TS100 close to the primary location of the user will ensure best performance The TS100 is designed to mount over or under almost any flat hori zontal surface Convenient mounting locations for the TS100 are On top of a television set On a shelf in an entertaiment center Under a ...

Page 5: ...he TS100 to a Niles MSU250 IR main system unit broadcasting a status feedback signal 12V DC power supply supplied with the MSU250 IR main sys tem unit plugged into an unswitched AC outlet powers the system 12V DC power supply not supplied Niles stock FG00665 plugged into the switched outlet Figure 1 Parts guide Bi colored LED Removable connector pins DS00326ACN TS100 11 26 03 11 58 AM Page 6 ...

Page 6: ...MS100 The IR pickup angle of the TS100 is 30 off axis horizontal and vertical at 20 Avoiding Electrical Interference Avoid locating the TS100 near any potential sources of electri cal or optical noise such as light dimmers low voltage lights and neon lights Avoiding Optical Feedback If installing the TS100 in the same room as an IR flasher it is possible for the flasher s IR output to be picked up...

Page 7: ...tem unit will broadcast the power status signal if the preamp receiver is on and a 12V DC adapter is plugged into the pre amp receiver s switched AC outlet and the 3 5mm plug is connected to the IR main system unit s Status input jack Figure 2 Note The 12V DC adapter plugged into the switched outlet of the stereo receiver is not included with the IR main system unit It should be 12V DC with a mini...

Page 8: ... each wire Tightly twist the end of each wire until there are no frayed ends 5 Use a small flathead screwdriver or your thumbnail to raise the locking tabs exposing the holes on the removable connectors 1 Green White 12V 2 Green DATA 3 Orange White GROUND 4 Blue EMPTY 5 Blue White STATUS 6 Orange EMPTY 7 Brown White EMPTY 8 Brown EMPTY 1 STATUS 4 12V DC 1 12V 2 DATA 5 STATUS 3 GROUND 2 DATA 3 GROU...

Page 9: ...d within the operational range of your TS100 aim your hand held remote at the TS100 and press the button for the desired command Your IR com mand is instantly repeated to your A V equipment Green Power Status LED When the TS100 is correctly connected Figure 2 the Green LED will stay lit as long as the preamp receiver is on When your preamp receiver is off the LED will stay off Blue Flashback LED T...

Page 10: ...nctions normally there is no cause for concern some stray IR signal are being received by the TS100 but are not being repeated 1 Test the remote control s by operating the A V equipment directly Replace the batteries if needed 2 Double check the cable connections on all TS100 s and on the main system unit Look for open shorted or reversed wires 3 Test for interference from the following sources Ne...

Page 11: ...or MF2 MicroFlashers and covering all flashers with the supplied IR blocking covers Identifying the Type of Interference The blue flash back LED on the front of the TS100 is a useful trouble shooting aid The LED should light blue only when a remote command is being received However if the LED on the TS100 flickers and the TS100 functions normally there is no cause for concern If the TS100 does not...

Page 12: ...e listed in the Installation Considerations section on pages 5 and 6 To elimi nate EMI try the following methods 1 Move the sensor or the sensor cable away from the EMI source or move the source of the EMI away from the sensor or the cable 2 Connect the Sensor s GND terminal to true earth ground if this isn t feasible use the main system unit s GND terminal There are many methods for reducing inte...

Page 13: ...udio com techsupport Specifications IR System Compatible with virtually all brands of remotes using car rier frequencies between 26 and 105 kHz IR Receiving Range 18 to 30 depending upon the strength of the remote control IR Receiving Angle 30 off axis horizontal and vertical at 20 Mounting Table top Wiring Requirements Individual home runs of category 5 cable Unit Dimensions 2 7 8 wide x 1 1 16 h...

Page 14: ...T A B L E T O P I N F R A R E D R E M O T E S E N S O R 13 Notes DS00326ACN TS100 11 26 03 11 58 AM Page 15 ...

Page 15: ...T A B L E T O P I N F R A R E D R E M O T E S E N S O R 14 Notes DS00326ACN TS100 11 26 03 11 58 AM Page 16 ...

Page 16: ...trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation Because we strive to improve our products Niles reserves the right to change product specifications without notice The technical and other information contained herein is not intended to set forth all technical and other specifications of Niles products Additional information can be obtained on line at www nilesaudio com or by calling Niles at 1 800 289 4434 0...

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