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RECEIVING RANGE AND PICKUP ANGLE
The receiving range of the WS110R will vary according to the IR output strength of the remote
control being used. Remote strength varies among brands depending on the number and size of
batteries used, and how many IR emitters the remote has. For example, remotes that operate on
two small AAA batteries and have only one IR emitter are generally not as strong as remotes that
use the larger AA size batteries and have two emitters. Tests with various manufacturers’ remote
controls have shown that the operating range can vary from a minimum of 20’ to a maximum of
about 35’.
Infrared signals travel essentially line-of-sight. They will not pass through or around solid objects.
Do not rely on an IR signal being able to “bounce” off a wall or object to the WS110R. The IR pickup
angle of the WS110R is 60° off-axis (horizontal and vertical) at 20’.
JUNCTION BOXES
The mounting depth of the WS110R is 1-1/4”. When installed, the unit extends 3/4” behind the
sheetrock wall (assuming 1/2” sheetrock). Suitable electrical boxes are available from your Niles
dealer or local electrical supply company.
DO NOT INSTALL THE WS110R INTO ELECTRICAL BOXES WITH 110 VOLT DEVICES.
Some states or municipalities allow devices such as the WS110R to be installed into the same
electrical box as 110 volt devices, provided a “low-voltage partition” is used between the devices.
We do not recommend this. The cable connected to the WS110R can act as an “antenna” for
electrical noise. Locating the WS110R cable too close to a light dimmer or switch may interfere with
