Jobsite IR-CBE6 Operation manual

IR CONNECTING BLOCK EXPANDER
IR-CBE6
For Expanding any
IR Connecting Block
Input to Six Zones
INSTALLATION & USER GUIDE

IR-CBE6
IR CONNECTING BLOCK EXPANDER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features............................................................................................................................1
Product Overview...........................................................................................................2
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................2
Preparing for Installation..............................................................................................2
Installation.......................................................................................................................2
Specifications.................................................................................................................4
Warranty...........................................................................................................................4

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FEATURES
nExpands the inputs of an IR Connecting Block by six
nReduces wiring clutter
nTalkback LED indicates system status
n12V DC input for system expansion when using multiple IR-CBE6
Installation friendly design:
nSnap and lock connector secures wire in place without the use of a screwdriver
nMounts in 6" center structured wiring cabinets with the provided “Christmas tree” snap-in plugs
nWings allow for either vertical of horizontal mounting

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
PACKAGE CONTENTS
nIR-CBE6 IR Connecting Block Expander x 1
nSnap-in “Christmas Tree” plugs x 2
nSnap and lock removable connectors x 7
nSelf-Adhesive Rubber Feet x 4
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
Make sure that all the IR
Receiver cables and the
Connecting Block cable will
reach the proposed location
of the IR-CBE6 Connecting
Block Expander. Mark the
cables with Wire labels,
describing where the cables
originate from, rather than
where they will terminate.
Tools Required
n1/8" Slotted screwdriver nWire stripper
nWire labels
INSTALLATION
1. Select an appropriate location for the IR-CBE6.
2. Run all the necessary wiring to the IR-CBE6.
Figure 2
Figure 1
Inputs from IR
receivers
Inputs from IR receivers
Snap-in “Christmas tree” plugs
Output to
Connecting Block

Label the wires for future reference.
3. Strip 1/4" of insulation from the end of each
CAT5 wire.
4. Locate the Snap and lock connectors and remove
them if they are plugged in. See Figure 2.
5. Use a small flathead screwdriver or your thumb to
raise the locking tabs, exposing the holes on the
connectors.
6. Insert each wire into the appropriate hole
and snap down the locking tabs.
7. Insert the smooth side of the connector plug into
the smooth side of the IR-CBE6 socket.
8. Connect the IR Connecting Block Expander to the
connector terminal labeled: OUTPUT TO
CONNECTING BLOCK.
9. Connect the IR Receivers to the terminals labeled:
IR INPUT.
IR-CBE6
JobSite
Receivers
12V DC Power Supply
Plugged into an Unswitched
AC Outlet Powers the System
IR-CB2
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INSTALLATION DIAGRAM

10. Locate the pre-printed Room Labels. Affix the
appropriate label to the recessed area next to
each snap and lock connector.
See installation diagram.
SPECIFICATIONS
Mounting:
In a structured wiring Cabinet using Christmas tree
snap-in plugs (included)
Wall or flat surface:
Use drywall screws
Wiring requirements:
Individual runs of category 5 or better from each
receiver and a single run to the IR Connecting Block
Expander
Unit dimensions:
6-7/8" wide x 1-1/4" high x 3" deep
Warranty: 10 year limited
LIMITED WARRANTY
JobSite Systems (“JOBSITE”), a Niles Audio
Corporation company, warrants its passive products
(those not requiring AC or battery power) to the
original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects
in material and workmanship for a period of ten years
from date of purchase.
JOBSITE warrants its passive loudspeaker products
(those not requiring AC or battery power) to the
original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects
in material and workmanship for a period of five years
from date of purchase.
JOBSITE warrants its indoor/outdoor loudspeaker
products to the original purchaser to be free of
manufacturing defects in material and workmanship
for a period of two years from date of purchase.
JOBSITE warrants its all weather rock loudspeaker
products to the original purchaser to be free of
manufacturing defects in material and workmanship
for a period of five years from date of purchase.
JOBSITE warrants its active products (those requiring
AC or battery power) to the original purchaser to be
free of manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two years from date of
purchase.
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This Warranty is subject to the following additional
conditions and limitations. The Warranty is void and
inapplicable if JOBSITE deems that the product has
been used or handled other than in accordance with
the instructions provided by the manufacturer,
including, but not limited to, damage caused by
accident, mishandling, improper installation, abuse,
negligence, or normal wear and tear, or any defect
caused by repair to the product other than by
JOBSITE or an authorized JOBSITE wholesale
distributor.
To obtain warranty service, you must write to
JOBSITE: Include your name, address, telephone
number, model number and serial number of your unit,
and a brief description of the problem.
Afactory Return Authorization Number will be sent to
you. DO NOT RETURN ANY UNIT WITHOUT FIRST
RECEIVING WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION AND
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS FROM JOBSITE.
If the above conditions are met, the purchaser’s sole
remedy shall be to return the product to JOBSITE, in
which case JOBSITE will repair or replace, at its sole
option, the defective product without charge for parts
or labor. JOBSITE will return the unit repaired or
replaced under warranty by shipping it by its usual
shipping method from the factory (only) at its expense
within the United States of America. THERE ARE NO
OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO
THE PRODUCT.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER/PURCHASER. NILES SHALL NOT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROVIDED (OR PROHIBITED) BY APPLICABLE LAW.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state.
For the name of the nearest authorized JOBSITE
wholesale distributor,contact:
JobSite Systems
12331 S.W. 130 Street, Miami, Florida 33186
WWW.JOBSITESYSTEMS.COM

JOBSITE SYSTEMS
12331 S.W. 130 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
P866.4JB.SITE (866.452.7483) – F 305.238.0185
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