Clare Controls ClareHome CS-iMR WOB Assembly instructions

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CS-iMR WOB ClareHome Multi-Room Audio
Installation Sheet
Last modified: 09/29/16
Description
The ClareHome Multi-Room Audio solution (CS-iMR WOB)
provides both scalable and affordable digital audio streaming
that uses advanced CobraNet technology. The
CS-iMR comes in four- or six-zone configurations with either
25W per channel, or 50W per channel amplification stages.
Each of these configurations includes two stereo Audio
Flexport channels that you can configure as inputs, outputs, or
a combination of both.
To simplify system networking and communication, the
CS-iMR features a 4-port dedicated CobraNet switch for
expanding the audio network, plus one internal port connecting
the preamp card with the CobraNet network. It also comes with
an 8-port Ethernet switch to communicate with other IP
controllable devices.
The CS-iMR can be mounted in a structured panel, or in a
mounting rack. When mounting in a structured panel, be sure
the panel has adequate ventilation to prevent the CS-iMR from
overheating. We recommend that you install the ClareHome
Structured Enclosure Extender (P/N CH-EXT-28 and
CH-EXT-42) to provide enhanced ventilation when mounting in
a structured panel.
Important safety instructions
Before you install this device, be sure to:
 Read, keep, and follow all instructions.
 Heed all cautions and warnings.
 Do not use this apparatus near water.
 Clean only with a dry cloth.
 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug.
o A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other.
o A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong.
 The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where it exits from the apparatus.
 Only use attachments and accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as:
o Power-supply cord or plug is damaged
o Liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
device
o The device has been exposed to rain or moisture
o The device does not operate normally, or it has been
dropped

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Installation
The CS-iMR can be mounted in a structured panel or in a
mounting rack.
Mounting in a panel
When mounting the CS-iMR in a structured panel, you will
need to order and install the ClareHome Structured Enclosure
Extender (P/N CH-EXT-28 or CH-EXT-42) before mounting the
CS-iMR. The Extender provides needed ventilation and
protects against heat build-up.
Remove all contents from the CS-iMR packaging and ensure
that you have the following items.
• 1 CS-iMR device
• 1 North American power cord
• 4 Mounting brackets (for use with structured panel
mounting)
• 8 6-20 × 3/8 in. self-drilling screws (for use with structured
panel mounting, 2 extra screws provided)
Note: Use a power drill to secure the eight 6-20 × 3/8 in.
screws into the panel.
• 6 4-position Euro-style connectors (use for speakers)
(4 connectors included with the CS-iMR 4-25)
WARNING: Read all instructions before attempting to install
the equipment. Failure to follow directions can cause bodily
injury and/or damage the equipment.
To mount the CS-iMR in a panel:
1. Install the ClareHome Structured Enclosure Extender in
accordance with the instructions included in the Extender
kit.
2. Remove the eight screws from sides of CS-iMR. See
Figure 1.
3. Using the same screws, attach the four mounting brackets
to the sides of the CS-iMR.
4. Place the CS-iMR in the structured panel 3.5 in. (8.9 cm)
from the top of the panel box to ensure the plug fits
properly. See Figure 2.
5. Attach the CS-iMR to the panel box by using a power drill
to drive four of the 6-20 × 3/8 in. self-drilling screws though
the bracket holes and into the back of the panel brackets.
See Figure 2.
Note: Ensure the holes in the brackets on the sides of the
CS-iMR do not line up with the holes in the back of the
panel box so you have a solid surface to attach to the
brackets. Also, be sure to place each 6-20 × 3/8 in.
self-drilling screw in the center of the bracket hole.
Figure 1: Caption for the product ID figure
Figure 2: Caption for the product ID figure
3.5 in.
(8.9 cm)

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To connect power to the CS-iMR in the panel:
Caution: Before attaching the power cord to the CS-iMR,
ensure the power switch is in the Off position.
1. Plug one end of the power cord into the power receptacle
at the top of the CS-iMR. See Figure 3, item 1.
2. Place the power cord on the left side, between the CS-iMR
and the panel’s sidewall.
3. Insert the 3-prong end of the North American power cord
through the bottom of the panel box (where the hole was
cut out), and then plug it into the electrical outlet. See
Figure 3, items 3 and 4.
4. Do not turn on power to the CS-iMR until you have made
all your device connections. See “Connecting devices to
the CS-iMR” on page 4.
Figure 3: Connect cords
(1) Power plug to receptacle
(2) CS-iMR
(3) 3-prong power plug
(4) Electrical box
Mounting the IMR in a Rack
When mounting the CS-iMR in a rack, you will need to order
and install a rack mount kit (P/N CS-IMR-RMK). Remove all
contents from the kit packaging and ensure that you have the
following items.
• 1 Left mounting bracket
• 1 Right mounting bracket
• 1 Front panel
• 2 Shims
• 12 6-32 × .5 in. black screws (2 extra screws included)
• 5 10-32 × .75 in. black rack mounting screws, 1 extra
screw included
To mount the CS-iMR in a rack:
1. Place the CS-iMR unit on a scratchproof surface, upside
down so that the text at the back of the unit is facing up.
2. Remove the three screws on each side of the iMR, (the
sides with venting and no connections), and discard those
screws. See Figure 4.
3. Remove the two screws from each side, approximately in
the center of the unit, and discard those screws.
4. Place the front panel bracket over the front of the CS-iMR
matching up screw holes on the sides.
5. Place the right and left ear brackets on each side of the
front panel bracket and align the holes with the holes on
the front panel and the CS-iMR.
6. Insert six 6-32 × .5 in. screws (three on each side) though
the holes and tighten. See Figure 4.
7. Place the shims between the ear brackets and the CS-iMR
(approximately in the center of the CS-iMR), and then
align the shims so that they line up evenly with the top of
the CS-iMR chassis.
8. Insert four 6-32 × .5 in. screws (two on each side) though
the holes in each ear bracket, shim, and CS-iMR, and then
tighten the screws. See Figure 4.
9. Flip over the assembly so that the top of the CS-iMR is
facing up, and then slide the assembly into the mounting
rack.
Note: Be sure to leave at least 1U of spacing (1.75 in.
(4.45 cm)) above and below the CS-IMR when mounting it
in the rack.
10. Mount the assembly in the rack using four 10-32 × .75 in.
black rack mounting screws. See Figure 5.
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Figure 4: Attach CS-iMR to the rack mount
Figure 5: Mount in rack
Connecting devices to the CS-iMR
Before connecting devices, install the CLIQ.host in accordance
with the instructions included with the CLIQ.host. See
CLIQ.host Controller Installation Sheet Doc ID 613.
Record each device’s MAC address, labeled on the bottom of
each device. Record the UUID for the CLIQ.host. Your system
programmer will need this information when configuring the
CS-iMR.
Note: To configure the iMR flexports, see Using the Sonos
Connect with CobraNet (DOC ID 1308 Rev 01).
To connect the CS-iMR to the CLIQ.host:
1. Install a ground wire (not included) from the CS-iMR
chassis grounding screw to an external ground. See
Figure 6, item 3.
2. Connect the Ethernet cable (not included) to the Ethernet
port on the back of the CLIQ.host, and then connect the
other end to the CobraNet switch on the CS-iMR. See
Figure 6, item 5.
3. Connect your speaker cables to the Speaker Output jacks
using the Euro-style connectors (included). See Figure 6,
item 6.
4. Connect any input or output devices to the Flexports, as
programmed in ClareHome Fusion. See Figure 6, item 7.
5. Turn the red switch on CS-iMR to Reset position to start
the amps. See Figure 6, item 4.
Note: The red switch only powers the Amps. All other
switches and the CS-MR-8 are on once plugged in.
Figure 6: CS-iMR WOB and CLIQ.host connections
(1) CS-iMR WOB
(2) CLIQ.host controller
(3) Chasis ground screw
(4) Power switch
(5) Ethernet cable for CobraNet
(6) Speaker outputs
(7) Audio flexports
To connect the CS-iMR to the CLIQ.mini:
1. Install a ground wire (not included) from the CS-iMR
chassis grounding screw to an external ground. See
Figure 7, item 3.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable (not included) to the CobraNet
switch on the CS-iMR. See Figure 7, item 5.
3. Connect a USB to Ethernet Adapter cable (not included,
p/n TU-2ET100) to the CLIQ.mini USB port 2. See Figure
8, item 2.
4. Connect the Ethernet cable attached to the iMR to the
Ethernet adapter cable on the CLIQ.mini. See Figure 7,
item 6.
5. Connect any input or output devices to the Flexports, as
programmed in ClareHome Fusion. See Figure 7, item 8.
6. Turn the red switch on CS-iMR to Reset position to start
the Amps. See Figure 7, item 4.
Note: The red switch only powers the Amps. All other
switches and the CS-MR-8 are on once plugged in.

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Figure 7: CS-iMR WOB connected to the CLIQ.mini
(1) CS-iMR WOB
(2) CLIQ.mini
(3) Chassis ground screw
(4) Power switch
(5) Ethernet cable
(6) CLIQ.mini Ethernet cable
adapter for CobraNet
(p/n TU-2ET100)
(7) Speaker outputs
(8) Audio flexports
Figure 8: CLIQ.mini USB ports
(1) USB port 1
(2) USB port 2
(3) CLIQ.mini
CS-iMR Specifications
Voltage
120 VAC
Analog-to-digital
conversion
24-bit 48 kHz
Digital-to-analog
conversion
24-bit 48 kHz
Output power
25 W per channel at 8 ohms
50 W per channel at 8 ohms
Frequency response
20 Hz – 20 kHz +/- 0.5 dB
(-3 dB at 60 kHz)
THD+N
<0.05% up to 50 W, 8 ohm at 6.67 kHz
EQ modes
5 band parametric EQ
Network audio latency
<7 ms
Network audio
synchronization
<1 ms
Amplifier monitoring
Over current, over voltage, over
temperature
Channels DSP
processing
16×16
Power (North America)
3 A at 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power (International)
1.5 A at 220/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Speaker outputs
Left/Right 1-6, detachable terminal blocks
Accepts up to 14 AWG wire
Audio Flexports
Two unbalanced RCA stereo
Two can be configured as inputs or outputs
Impedance
Input: 10 kΩ
Output: 680 Ω
Sample rate
48 kHz
Resolution
24 bit
Ethernet
8-port Ethernet switch for other IP
controllable devices
CobraNet
Built-in, 4-port dedicated CobraNet
Ethernet switch
Power
One IEC 320 male chassis plug, 120V with
switch fused main power input
Dimensions (W × H × D)
13.0 × 3.5 × 17 in. (33.0 × 8.9 × 43.2 cm)
Housing
Metal, black finish
Operating temperature
32 to 105°F (0 to 40.5°C)
Regulatory information
Manufacturer
Clare Controls.
7519 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 104
Sarasota, FL 34243
FCC compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules.

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Warranty information
Clare Controls offers a three (3) year limited warranty on
original Clare Controls components, from the date of
shipment from Clare Controls. To view complete limited
warranty details, including limitations and exclusions,
www.clarecontrols.com/warranty.
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warranty details.
Contact information
Clare Controls, LLC.
7519 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 104
Sarasota, FL 34243
Support: 941.404.1072
Fax: [phone]
http://support.clarecontrols.com
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