Niles iREMOTE User manual

QUICK INSTALL GUIDE
2-WAY WIRELESS RF
SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL
WITH LCD DISPLAY
iREMOTE®

The IntelliControl ICS iRemote is a two-way RF (Radio
Frequency) hand-held remote control user interface. Eight
backlit Master Keys provide Niles exclusive “One Touch
to Music,” which turns the system on, selects a source
and starts the music. Additional backlit Hard Keys and
Soft Keys provide complete source and system control.
The High Resolution LCD displays metadata, setup menus
and important system information from the Niles source
modules. The iRemote includes a Master Charging Base
that recharges the battery and communicates with an
IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver to provide
system status updates from any zone.

Table of Contents
Product Overview ------------------------------------------------ 2
Getting Started---------------------------------------------------- 5
Installation---------------------------------------------------------10
ZigBee Networks ------------------------------------------------13
Operating the iRemote ----------------------------------------19
System Settings --------------------------------------------------28
Troubleshooting ------------------------------------------------- 35
Specifications ---------------------------------------------------- 36
Contact Information ------------------------------------------- 38
Warranty ---------------------------------------------------------- 39

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Display – Backlit LCD
displays system information
from iPod, Digital Audio
Broadcasting Radio and AM/
FM and functions associated
with “Soft Keys”
Soft Keys
3 backlit buttons
that change function
depending upon the
source selected
Cursor Keys
and Select Key
5 backlit buttons provide
navigation of menus,
playlists and favorites
Master Keys
8 backlit buttons provide
“One Touch to Music”
OFF
Backlit button turns zone
or system off
PREV/NEXT
2 backlit buttons move to
Next or Previous/Track
or Station
Alphanumeric Keys
Provide direct access
tuning, numeric selection
of track and alphabetic
search for iPod
MUTE
Backlit button mutes/
un-mutes audio output
to zone
VOL+/VOL–
2 backlit buttons adjust
volume up or down
Niles System Settings
Provides access to system
settings: audio (bass,
treble, balance), sleep
timer, alarm clock, etc.
Figure 1. IntelliControl ICS iRemote
Charging Base
Battery Indicator
12V DC
Power Supply

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Two-Way Wireless Communication
The iRemote transmits commands to a Master Charging Base,
connected to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver
for system and source control. The iRemote Base/Charger receives
system and source status information and metadata from the
Master Charging Base as provided from the IntelliControl ICS
Modular MultiZone Receiver.
Eight Customizable, Backlit Master Keys Provide
“One Touch to Music”
Each of the 8 Master Keys can be customized to identify the
specific source or music genre that will be selected when that
button is pressed. The Master Keys turn the zone on, select a
source, and play your favorite channel or music selection.
High Resolution LCD Display with LED Backlighting
The high resolution LCD displays complete metadata from
IntelliControl ICS sources, zone and system status, “Soft Key”
control functions, and system setup menus.
Metadata, Preset Favorites and Menus
Metadata (channel frequency, favorite channel lists, menus
and guides) are displayed as provided by the IntelliControl
ICS source modules (iPod, Digital Audio Broadcasting Radio,
AM/FM, etc). IntelliControl ICS Modules. IntelliControl ICS
Modular MultiZone Receiver system settings can be displayed
for configuration of tone controls, clocks, timers and other
system functions.
Three Soft Keys
These 3 buttons located directly under the LCD, provide a wide
range of controls that change with each selected source.
Cursor Navigation Keys
Up, Down, Left, Right and Select buttons allow navigation and
selection of options through menus, lists and guides.

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS (CONT’D)
Alphanumeric Keys
Provide direct access tuning, numeric selection of track and alpha
search for media.
Convenient backlighting for all keys
The iRemote is equipped with a motion sensor that illuminates the
keys when it is moved.
Party Mode
Party Mode turns on all your enabled “Party Zones,” with the
push of a button, from anywhere in your home. Press and hold
a Master Key for two seconds to turn on zones enabled for
“Party Mode.”
Source/Zone On Indicator
The Master Key for the source selected illuminates to indicate
source selected and zone on status.
Mute On Indicator
“Zone Muted” will appear in the title bar of the iRemote display
to indicate the selected zone is muted.
Zone Off
Press the OFF key to turn off the zone you’re controlling.
Global Off
Press and hold the OFF key for 2 seconds to turn off all zones
from anywhere in the house.

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GETTING STARTED
Unpacking the Box (Contents)
■1, iRemote Handheld Remote Control
■1, Nickel Hydride Rechargeable Battery
■1, iRemote Charging Base
■1, 12Volt Power Supply
■10, Master Key Caps
■1, Master Key Label Sheet
■1, User Guide
■1, Quick Install Guide
Unpack the box and check to see that all contents are present.
The battery is shipped with a minimum charge. It is important to
charge the battery overnight to reach maximum charge before
initial use.

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GETTING STARTED (CONT’D)
Inserting the Battery
The iRemote uses a nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
that must be fully charged prior to initial use. Install the battery
and allow it to charge for 12 hours, before initial use.
Figure 2: Installing the iRemote Battery
Charging the iRemote
Your new iRemote comes equipped with a rechargeable battery,
charging base and power supply. After every use, place your
iRemote into the charging base cradle. The charging base’s front
panel light changes from light blue to bright blue when the remote
is seated correctly. When the battery is charging, the LCD dis-
play reads “Charging”, and when charging is complete the dis-
play reads “Charging Complete.” The iRemote operates approxi-
mately 8 hours on a full charge.

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GETTING STARTED (CONT’D)
Hooking up the Charging Base
1. Unpack the iRemote, Charger Base, battery and power supply.
2. Install battery as shown in Figure 2.
3. Plug the 12V power supply into the iRemote Charger Base and
connect to an unswitched AC outlet.
4. Set the iRemote into the Charger Base and let charge for
12 hours before initial use.
NOTE: This is for the initial charge only. The iRemote will recharge in about
4 hours under normal use.
System (CAT-5)
Connects to IntelliControl ICS Modular
MultiZone Receiver Communication &
Control Switch when used as Master
Charging Base
Power Jack
Figure 3. IntelliControl ICS iRemote Master Charging Base - Rear View
12V DC
Power Supply

MAC ID Sticker
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Figure 4. MAC ID Sticker Location - iRemote Base - Bottom View
GETTING STARTED (CONT’D)
Locating the MAC ID
The Media Access Control Address (MAC ID), tells the
IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver which device, in
this case an iRemote, is sending commands. The IntelliControl ICS
Modular MultiZone Receiver then knows which zone to turn on
and which source to select for that zone.

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GETTING STARTED (CONT’D)
Filling out the GXR2 Installation Worksheet
The GXR2 Installation Worksheet, included with the IntelliControl
ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver (and available for download at
www.nilesaudio.com), provides spaces for placing the MAC ID
stickers next to the name of the zone they are located in. Take
special care in associating the correct MAC ID sticker with the
right zone on the worksheet. Two MAC ID stickers are found
on the iRemote Charging Base. Remove one of the stickers and
place in the area under the box marked “1” box for the “iRemote
Master Charging Base” on the GXR2 Installation Worksheet.
DO NOT REMOVE BOTH STICKERS FROM THE iREMOTE BASE.
It may become necessary to reference the iRemote Charging Base
sticker for troubleshooting if the system is not performing properly
and to be able to make changes in the IntelliFile 3 software.
Figure 5. Affixing Mac ID sticker to GXR2 Installation Worksheet.

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INSTALLATION
Installing the Master Key Labels
To install the Master Key labels (Figure 6):
1. Locate the Master Key keycaps. (Keycaps DO NOT come
installed for the iRemote).
2. Place labels from the included label sheet inside the keycap.
3. Place the caps in the appropriate key locations. (Refer to the
GXR2 Installation Worksheet to assure proper position).
Step 1: Label sheet removal.
Step 3: Place over Master Key and
snap into place.
Step 2: Insert label.
Figure 6.

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INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
Wiring Termination Diagram
T h e i R e m o t e M a s t e r C h a r g i n g B a s e c o n n e c t s t o a n I n t e l l i C o n t r o l I C S
Modular MultiZone Receiver via CAT-5 cable. The iRemote Master
Charging Base will be set in the same location as the IntelliControl
ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver. ONLY THE MASTER CHARG-
ING BASE IS CONNECTED TO THE INTELLICONTROL ICS MOD-
ULAR MULTIZONE RECEIVER. All other bases are placed in the
individual zones with the only connection being the included
power supply.
The CAT-5 cable used to connect the Master Charging Base to the
IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver must be termi-
nated with RJ-45 connectors using the T-568A pinout configura-
tion as follows:
Figure 8. IntelliControl ICS RJ-45 Pinout and checklist
Pin # Description Color Code
1 TX+ White/Green
2 TX– Green
3 RX+ White/Orange
4 IR Signal Blue
5 IR Ground White/Blue
6 RX– Orange
7 UI Power White/Brown
8 UI Ground Brown
Note: TX+ = transmit, RX+ = receive, UI = User Interface.

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ZIGBEE™ NETWORKS
How a ZigBee RF Network Works
The iRemote utilizes ZigBee radio technology to communicate
bi-directionally to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone
Receiver. ZigBee radios operate in the 2.4GHz band. Both
the iRemote handheld remote and the charging base have
radios based on ZigBee Technology. Each radio has an
operational Radio-Frequency (RF) range as depicted in
Figure 9. The operational RF range can vary depending on the
home’s construction and RF environment. When your iRemote is
out of range, the LCD will display the message; “Searching for
Network.” Once you have come back into range, the LCD will
display the message, “Connecting to Network.” When network
connection is complete, the LCD will display the correct “Now
Playing” screen and corresponding metadata. When more than
one iRemote is installed into a home, the operational RF ranges of
the additional iRemote Bases combine to form a Mesh Network.
This mesh network is the sum of all the operational ranges and
greatly expands the RF coverage area. In some cases it may be
necessary to place an additional iRemote Charger Base in a dif-
ferent area of the house to extend the RF coverage area. It may
also be necessary to place an iRemote Charger Base on each
floor of a multi-story structure, to extend the RF coverage area
from one floor to another.
iRemote Charger bases are sold separately for this purpose.

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Figure 9. iRemote Master Charging Base with zone and repeater bases
ZIGBEE NETWORKS (CONT’D)
ZigBee RF Networks Information
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ZIGBEE NETWORKS (CONT’D)
Connecting the Master Charging Base
At least one iRemote Charging Base must remain connected
to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver, via a
CAT-5 cable, to convert ZigBee radio communication messages
to system control commands. Once connected, designate this
base the “Master Charging Base” (see Figure 10). All other
iRemote Charging Bases in the system can be plugged into any
unswitched AC outlet to provide wireless two-way radio connec-
tivity and iRemote battery charging.
Figure 10. Connecting iRemote Master Charging Base to IntelliControl ICS
Modular MultiZone receiver.
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Connecting the Remaining
iRemote’s for Network Configuration
All remaining iRemote’s must be placed in a charging base and
temporarily connected to the IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone
Receiver for network configuration. This ensures that both the
handheld remote controls and the charging bases will be config-
ured correctly (See Figure 11).
Before proceeding, make sure you have decided which iRemote
charging base will be assigned as the Master Charging Base.
Place the MAC ID sticker on the GXR2 Installation worksheet.
Figure 11. Connecting Master Charging Base and all Repeater Bases to the
IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver for Installation Setup.
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Repeater Base

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ZIGBEE NETWORKS (CONT’D)
Configuring the iRemote Network
To ensure optimal two-way communication between multiple
iRemote’s and a IntelliControl ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver,
we have devised a methodology that assigns and tracks 3 char-
acteristics for each iRemote in a system. During iRemote Network
configuration, each iRemote is assigned an Network ID #, an RF
Channel # and a unique Unit ID #.
Up to fifteen iRemote’s can exist on one RF Network. Currently,
two networks are provided to allow a total of thirty iRemotes to
communicate simultaneously, in a single system. An advantage
of utilizing this methodology is that if your neighbor owns an
IntelliControl ICS system with iRemote’s, their iRemotes will not
interfere with the iRemotes from your system.
Configuring the iRemote ZigBee RF Network is accomplished
during system configuration using the IntelliFile®3 software
after all the components are connected and powered up
(See Figure 12).

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ZIGBEE NETWORKS (CONT’D)
Configuring the iRemote Network
Network ID #(1-15): Selects unique Network ID number for the
first fifteen iRemotes in a system
RF Channel #(1-15): (EX model RF channel#[1-10]) Selects a specific
RF frequency for communication to the system on the selected
Network
Unit ID #(1-15): Selects a unique ID Number for each iRemote in
the Network so multiple iRemotes can simultaneously communi-
cate to the system without any interference.
Figure 12. Configuring the iRemote RF Network using the
IntelliFile 3 software