Niles REMOTE CONTROL ANYWHERE! RCA-TT2 User manual

REMOTE CONTROL ANYWHERE!
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KIT
RCA-TT2
INSTALLATION GUIDE

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CONGRATULATIONS!
Thank you for choosing the RCA-TT2 Remote Control Anywhere! Kit from Niles. With proper
installation and operation, you should enjoy years of trouble-free use.
Niles manufactures the industry’s most complete line of custom installation components and
accessories for audio/video systems. To see the complete Niles product assortment, visit us on the
internet at: www.nilesaudio.com.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 1
Contents 1
Features and Benefits 2
Installation Considerations 6
Installation 7
Specifications 23
Limited Warranty 24
Warranty Registration Card 25

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INTRODUCTION
The Niles RCA-TT2 Remote Control Anywhere! Kit enables you to operate your remote controlled
audio/video equipment from virtually any location. Now you can place your audio/video (A/V)
components out of sight (behind cabinet doors, in the rear of a room, or in a different room) and still
conveniently control your system.
CONTENTS
Check that your RCA-TT2 Remote Control Anywhere! Kit contains the following:
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Connection Hub Tabletop Sensor
MicroFlasher (3)
CAT-5 Sensor
Cable (50ft)
12VDC Power
Supply

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS – REMOTE CONTROL ANYWHERE! KIT
COMPLETE SYSTEM
Everything needed to assemble a complete IR extender system is included in one box:
ONE INFRARED SENSOR
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ONE MAIN SYSTEM UNIT
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IR MICROFLASHER®(THREE)
Transmit the IR commands to the audio/video components

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS – IR SENSOR
HIGH-FIDELITY WIDEBAND DESIGN
Ensures compatibility with virtually any brand of equipment, even those using faster, more difficult
to reproduce IR codes
PATENT PENDING UNIVERSAL NOISE SUPPRESION DESIGN
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cent lights, and direct sunlight
EXTENDED IR RECEIVING RANGE
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PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
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COMPACT SIZE
Tabletop design fits almost anywhere; only 2-7/8” wide x 1-1/16” high x 3-1/8” deep
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS – MAIN SYSTEM UNIT
UNIVERSAL SYSTEM
Compatible with virtually all brands of audio/video equipment and remote controls
VERSATILE CONNECTIONS
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via 3.5 mm jacks
SYSTEM FEEDBACK LED
Confirms proper operation
3-30V AC/DC STATUS INPUT
Provides system status to connected sensors and keypads
EXPANDABLE
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INTEGRATED MOUNTING WINGS
Both horizontal and vertical installation is supported
POWER SUPPLY
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS – MICROFLASHER®
MINIATURE AND DISCRETE
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maintaining a clean appearance
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control and IR commands
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your equipment using a remote control
EASY INSTALLATION
A strip of self-adhesive tape provides secure mounting
CONNECTING WIRE
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INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
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1. Read through the entire manual – Before attempting any installation, read this manual
thoroughly and keep it for future reference.
2. Avoid contact with all high voltage electrical wiring and equipment.
3. Keep away from water and moisture – Never use or install electronic products near water, ie.,
near a bathtub, sink, washing machine, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere
else the product may be exposed to water or moisture.
4. Power supply cord protection – Do not run the power cord where it may be subject to wear or
abuse. Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord which may damage it.
6. Lightning – It is suggested that you remove the power supply from the wall if your system will
not be used for long periods of time. Power surges due to lightning strikes may damage your
equipment.
7. Check your local building and electrical codes – There may be specific requirements regarding
running low voltage in your area.

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INSTALLATION
TOOLS REQUIRED
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GETTING STARTED
While the Remote Control Anywhere! Kit is compatible with most brands of audio/video components,
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before you conceal wire or permanently mount any parts.
Steps One through Five describe how to perform a quick and easy check for compatibility. Once you
have determined that all of your remote controlled A/V components are compatible, proceed
with the rest of the installation.

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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
STEP 1 – PLACING THE CONNECTION HUB
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Never place the connection hub closer than 1’ away from a television set (Figure 1).
Figure 1 Connection Hub Placement

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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
STEP 2 – CONNECTING THE SENSOR CABLE TO THE
CONNECTION HUB
Select four conductors of the supplied CAT-5 wire and strip approximately 1/4" of insulation from
the wire. Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the removable connector plug (Figure 2),
and snap the locking tab down. To help you, the connector plug is keyed. Insert the smooth side of
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nector plug into the smooth side of the socket.
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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
STEP 3 – CONNECTING THE SENSOR CABLE TO THE
TABLETOP SENSOR
Pull out the removable connector from the bottom of the tabletop sensor. Insert each wire into the
appropriate hole on the removable connector plug (Figure 3), and snap the locking tab down.
To help you, the connector plug is keyed. Insert the smooth side of the connector plug into the
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side of the socket.
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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
STEP 4 – CONNECTING THE 12VDC POWER SUPPLY AND EACH
MICROFLASHER®
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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
STEP 5 – MOUNTING A MICROFLASHER TO A/V COMPONENTS
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ponents. Locate a place for the remote control that is within arm’s length of the A/V components,
yet cannot directly control them. Place the tabletop sensor no closer than two feet in front of the
remote control (Figure 6).
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front panel. Press buttons on the remote control while watching the front panel of the A/V
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dow of the A/V component while pushing buttons on
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Tabletop Sensor

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Figure 7: Locating IR Sensor
INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
STEP 6 – MOUNTING THE CONNECTION HUB
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connection hub (Figure 8). Also remove the connector from the
tabletop sensor (Figure 9).
The connection hub can be either mounted on a wall using screws
or placed on a shelf using the included adhesive feet (Figure 10).
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CONNECTION HUB
Additional
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CONNECTION HUB
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Figure 10B: Tabletop placement
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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
Figure 11: Connecting Power Supply and Flashers
STEP 7 – RUNNING THE SENSOR CABLE
Conceal the sensor cable between the tabletop sensor and the connection hub. For specific
information refer to “Running Sensor Cable in New
Construction” or “Concealing Sensor Cable in Existing
Walls.” If you need to cut and restrip the wire, make sure
that only 1/4” of wire is exposed. Exposing too much
wire could create “shorts” within the system.
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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
STEP 8 – MOUNTING LOCATION
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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
STEP 9 – RECONNECTING THE CONNECTION HUB
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NORMAL OPERATION
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allow sufficient time for all of the commands to execute.
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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
ADDITIONAL FLASHERS
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for each additional A/V component you wish to control.
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This is a very useful feature when operating your equipment from a remote location. For this feature
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connection hub’s Status Input (Figure 14).
ADDITIONAL SENSORS
The RCA-TT2 Remote Control Anywhere! Kit includes one tabletop sensor. Niles also makes a
variety of sensors for virtually any application. See your Niles dealer for more information or visit
www.nilesaudio.com.

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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
RUNNING SENSOR CABLE IN NEW CONSTRUCTION
Scheduling and Preparation
Plan to schedule the sensor wiring after the electrical wiring is finished. That way you can avoid cable
routes which could potentially induce interference over the sensor cable. The basic rules are:
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t/FWFSSVOUIFTFOTPSDBCMFJOUPUIFTBNF+CPYBTFMFDUSJDBMDBCMF
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GSPNBOZFMFDUSJDBMQPXFSDBCMF
REMOTE CONTROL ANYWHERE! KIT
CONNECTION HUB
Figure 14: Connecting the
Status Adapter
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