Niles TS100 Troubleshooting guide

TABLE-TOP INFRARED SENSOR

TS100

BLENDING HIGH FIDELITY AND ARCHITECTURE®

INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE

TS100

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Introduction

The TS100 is a tabletop, infrared sensor designed for

use with the Niles infrared extender systems.

Installed in a remote room location, the TS100 receives the

IR commands transmitted from your hand-held remote(s).

The IR commands are carried via a category 5 cable to

your A/V equipment in another room, and instantly

“repeated”.

The TS100 represents one of the 3 building blocks neces-

sary to complete a Niles IR 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

Considerations 3

Installation 7

Operation 8

Trouble-

shooting 9

Specifications 12

Contents 12

TS100

Table-top Infrared

Remote Sensor

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Features and Benefits

The TS100 offers a number of improvements over other

table-top IR sensors.

• Plasma-proof performance—allows placement of the TS100

near plasma displays.

• CFL interference resistant—expands installation flexibility to

areas with fluorescent lighting.

• Works under most lighting conditions, including indirect

sunlight—eliminates environmental restrictions.

• Universal system—compatible with 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.

• Ideal for both home and commercial installations.

• Non-skid, non-scratch feet.

• Two year parts and labor warranty.

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Installation Considerations

Type of Cable

The TS100 connects to the Niles infrared main system unit or

IRH610 sensor expansion hub with an individual home run of

category 5 cable. When running wires inside walls, most states

and municipalities in the U.S. specify that you must use a spe-

cial type of wire. Usually, the requirement is that the wire has a

specific “CL” fire rating, such as “CL-2” or “CL-3”. Consult

your Niles dealer, building contractor, or local building and

inspection department if unsure about which type of wire is

best for your application.

MS100 Mounting Location

The TS100 is ideal for use in applications when ceiling or wall-

mounting is undesirable. Its small size and unobtrusive appear-

ance 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 shelf in an entertanment center

Receiving Range and Pickup Angle

The receiving range of the TS100 will vary according to the IR

output strength of the remote control being used. Remote

strength varies among brands depending on the number and

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”Tech Tip“

Wire size is

expressed by it's

AWG (American

Wire Gauge) num-

ber. The lower the

AWG number, the

larger the wire, i.e.,

20 AWG wire

is physically larger

than 22 AWG.

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Niles IR flasher

MSU250

TS100 IR sensor

Power, IR data, and power status signal

via category 5 wire

Stereo receiver

Figure 2

Connecting the 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

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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 30'.

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 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 by the

TS100. This effect, known as an optical feedback loop, can

cause erratic operation. Optical feedback is similar to acoustical

feedback: the howling or whistling sound heard in a P.A.

system when the microphone is too close to the speaker.

To avoid optical feedback:

1. Re-position the flasher(s) and/or the sensor.

2. Use Niles MF series flashers and cover them with the

supplied IR blockers.

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Avoiding Interference

TS100 is designed to work in most applications including plas-

ma TV’s and in areas where CFL lighting and indirect sunight

are present. You should avoid locating the TS100 near poten-

tial sources of electrical or optical noise, such as light dimmers

or low-voltage lights.

Using the Power Status Display

The Green power status LED can only be activated by a

“power status” broadcast from a Niles IR main system unit

(MSU140, MSU250, MSU480, MSU440Z). The IR main system

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 minimum of 100mA of

output. It can be ordered from your Niles dealer (FG00665

power adaptor).

Using the TS100 with the Intellipad Ci system.

The TS100 is fully compatible with the Niles Intellipad Ci line,

follow the wiring instructions in Figure 4. For specific informa-

tion see your Intellipad Ci manual.

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Installation

Step by Step

1. The TS100 is a small free-standing box designed to sit on a shelf

or other convenient surface. The unit can be mounted under a

shelf using double-sided tape or Velcro®(not supplied).

2. Run the cable to the TS100. Label the cable for future reference.

3. Locate the connector on the TS100 and remove it.

4. Next, strip 1/4" of insulation from the end of 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 = GROUND

Tab

Down

Figure 4

This color code is based on the industry standard T568A coding for the RJ45 connec-

tor. When connecting the TS100 to the Niles Ci system observe this pin configuration

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6. Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the removable

connector plug (Figure 6), and snap the locking tab down.

To help you, the connector plug is keyed. Insert the smooth

side of the connector plug into the smooth side of the sock-

et. Don’t force the scalloped side of the connector plug into

the smooth side of the socket (Figure 5).

7. Double-check all connections. Plug the connector back into

its socket on the TS100.

Operation

Operation of the TS100 is simple. Stand 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

The blue “flash-back” LED on the TS100 visually confirms the

reception of an IR command.

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1 = STATUS

4 = 12V DC

2 = DATA 3 = GROUN

Figure 5 Installing the

removable connector.

Figure 6

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Troubleshooting

This manual contains instructions 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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