Niles Auriel MRC-6430 Guide

SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE
Multi-Room Audio and Home Theater Control Like You’ve Never Experienced.
Includes:
Overview of products powered by Auriel
Auriel System Applications
Multi-Room Applications
Lighting Applications
Climate Applications
VERSION 2 - 2016
MRC-6430

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
How to use this Design Guide....................3
Overview: MRC-6430 ..........................4
MRC-6430 Chassis Connections .................6
Overview: Keypads & Touchscreens ...............8
Overview: nHR200 Remote Control................9
Overview: nKP7 Keypad .......................10
Overview: nTP7 Touchscreen ...................11
APPLICATIONS
MRC-6430 Multi-Room Amplifier Streaming Services . 12
Standalone MRC-6430 Multi-Room Amplifier with
System Integration Amplifier for Outside Zones .....16
Whole Home Audio with an Extender Chassis and
System Integration Amplifier for Outside Zones .....20
MRC-6430 Multi-Room Amplifier Integrated
With a Home Theater System for Unified Control ....24
Overview: DBI-2 Doorbell Interface...............28
DBI-2 and MRC-6430 Doorbell System ...........30
Lighting Control with Lutron Caseta ..............32
Lighting Control with Lutron RadioRA 2 ...........34
Z-Wave Climate & Lighting Control with VeraEdge ...36
AprilAire 8820 Thermostat .....................38
REFERENCE
Frequently Asked Questions ....................40
Additional Information ........................44

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How to use this Design Guide
Each chapter in the System
Design Guide is divided
into sections to make
comprehension easier. Each
section contains specific
information that is presented
with graphic examples to
further aid in understanding.
Below is a description of what
information is contained within
each section.
The Cable Schedule
Section lists all cables used in
cabling diagrams (sometimes
shown on application page).
The Cable Diagram
Section shows all connection
points with color coded line
connections.
Do This First
Installation instructions
on what you need to
know before you begin.
Application
Section provides you
with detailed info for a
specific application.
What does this
Application Do?
Description of
Application.
Key
Considerations
Important information
that you need to
consider when
planning your design.
Customer
Benefits
What this
application
does for your
customer.
Installation
Benefits
What the
application
does for you.
Critical
Knowledge
These are the
“must know” details
regarding installation.
Installation
Requirements
Specific installation
details that you need
to know.

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OVERVIEW: MRC-6430 & The Auriel Ecosystem
Niles MRC-6430 Multi-Room Audio Controller
The Niles MRC-6430 multi-room audio controller delivers amazing sound throughout the home using a simple, intuitive user
interface with options that include a handheld remote, a seven-button keypad pre-programmed for zones, and a choice of touch
panel devices. The MRC-6430 may also be managed from a variety of mobile devices like the iPhone®, iPad®, Android®phone &
tablets, plus Windows®or Mac®-based computers, that provide not only control but display metadata such as playlists and album
art—even station information.* The intuitive interface renders identically across devices enabling simple and convenient control
by all.
The Auriel Ecosystem
The Auriel ecosystem centers around the MRC-6430 controller which uses Niles keypads, touch panels, remotes, virtually all
current Apple and Android phones and tablets, providing users with multiple wired and wireless interface options.

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OVERVIEW: MRC-6430 Features
Leading Features:
Chassis Control: Six unique zones with six distinct input sources. The Niles MRC-6430 is the leading solution for multi-room audio
integrating automation and A/V control.
Home Control: Two-way metadata and control of popular lighting and climate devices.
Source Control: Two-way metadata*, IP and IR control of a variety of popular devices. Auriel™ includes an extensive pre-defined
IR database.
Built-In Streaming Audio: In addition to the 6 source inputs the built-in streaming source provides streaming services such as
Spotify, Pandora, Tidal, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, and more!
Home Theater Control: Manage audio and video components effortlessly and turn any home into an enviable oasis.
Easy Configuration: Tablet-based configuration eliminates hours of complicated programming. The Niles MRC-6430 wizard easily
configures macros, user interfaces and end user favorites in just minutes.
Mobile App: iOS and Android applications control the Niles MRC-6430 to queue up soothing sounds at a moment’s notice.
Remote Access: Access your Niles Auriel system anywhere with the Niles Auriel Mobile App.
Best-in-Class Software Platform: Niles Auriel software platform scales for feature expansion including lighting control and climate/
thermostat control.
TCP/IP: A simple backbone for control with no proprietary wiring.
Meta Data: When connected to compatible devices*, Niles Auriel delivers metadata to the industry’s widest selection of user
interfaces.
Preamp Outputs: Connect an external amplifier to provide more power for a large area such as a patio, or for a zone where higher
than normal volume levels are desired. The preamp outputs can be switched for fixed or variable levels.
Paging Inputs: Connect a telephone system and/or doorbell to provide paging throughout the home. Overrides all other inputs and
can be configured to work in any number of zones.
Whole House Mode: The Whole House Mode turns on all zones (or a pre-configured number of zones) to play the same source
of music, instantly filling the house with music.
Extended Features:
Expandable to 12 Zones: Simply add another Niles Auriel MRC-6430 Controller to create a system with twelve zones.
8-CH High-Performance Digital Amplifier: The advanced digital amplifiers deliver 30 watts per channel to each zone. Low
impedance capability (4Ω stable) provides speaker connection flexibility.
Custom Tailored Sound: Independent bass, treble, and loudness controls enable the customization of each zone to optimize
performance.
*The level of Metadata feedback is limited to the source and service.

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MRC-6430
CHASSIS CONNECTIONS
SOURCE 1-6
Analog source inputs
with loop outputs
IR OUT 1-6
Assignable IR outputs
SERVICE PORT
For factory
service only
USB
Connect only Niles
approved devices
ETHERNET
10/100 LAN
connection
PAGE
Doorbell or page input
with loop output
MAC ID
For chassis
programming

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AMPLIFIED OUTPUT ZONES 1-4
Quick connect / disconnect speaker
terminal for zones 1-4
PREAMP OUTPUT ZONE 1-6
Analog stereo Preamp level
outputs for each zone
AC Power
Connection
Main
Power

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OVERVIEW: Keypads & Touchscreens
Intuitive Tablet and Smartphone Interface
iOS, Android, Windows and Mac OS X applications
control the Niles MRC-6430 to queue up soothing
sounds at a moment’s notice.
The nHR200 Home Theater and whole house Wi-Fi Remote Control is a sleek extension
of the intuitive Niles Auriel system. The nHR200 features all of the function of a
touchscreen packaged in the contemporary styled remote control. A stylish charging
base is included and keeps the nHR200 ready to grab-and-go.
The nKP7, 7 Button keypad, delivers a simple interface that the end user to easily select their favorite
sources, adjust volume, and turn off the system - all at the touch of a button. This next-gen keypad is
simple to use and easy to navigate.
The nTP4 and nTP7, 4” and 7” high-resolution touchscreens, are
wall-mountable in either portrait or landscape orientation to best suit
the needs of the room. They feature proximity sensors that wake the
touchscreen from sleep without any touch required. The nTP4 and nTP7
provide a dedicated Niles Auriel user interface for a more customized
experience.

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OVERVIEW: nHR200 Wi-Fi Remote Control
Zone Power
Tap to turn current room
off, press and hold to turn
all rooms off.
Soft Buttons
These buttons correspond
to labels shown at the
bottom of the touchscreen.
Functions vary depending
on device or menu selected. Press to go to Main Menu.
Media
Press and choose a
source or return to the
currently playing source.
Press and hold zone
settings (when available).
Navigation
Use these buttons for
navigating your TV, DVD,
cable or satellite box, etc.
Numeric Buttons
PLEASE NOTE:
Use of the nHR200
remote will vary depending
on the configuration of
your system.
Rooms
When placed on the
charging cradle the nHR200
is switched to control the
primary room. To change
rooms press this button and
select a new room.
Transport Buttons
For use with DVD, CD,
MP3, SAT, DVR, Cable, etc.
Touchscreen
Simply touch an icon to
navigate menus, control
source components, and
more. Lets you see real-time
status of Now Playing, and
with future system feature
expansion, your lighting,
climate, and security systems.

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OVERVIEW: nTP4 Touchscreen
OVERVIEW: nKP7 Keypad
USB
Speaker
DC Power Input
Reset Switch
Proximity Sensor
LAN + Power
over Ethernet
Microphone
Off Button:
Press once for Zone
Off. Press and hold
for All Zones Off.
Volume Up /
Down:
Adjusts volume for
the assigned zone.
Source Buttons:
Configured in the
Auriel Software. Press
and hold to set Audio
Presets on the fly.
Ethernet Port:
RJ-45 Connection
IEEE 802.3at PoE
Compliant
13W Max Draw
(@48V 270 mA max)