Nuvo Simplese System User manual

Simplese™
Four-Source, Four-Zone Audio Distribution System
www.nuvotechnologies.com
2395 Arbor Tech Drive, Hebron, KY 41048
Phone: [phone] Toll Free: 866-796-4904
Zones 1-4 Power Amplifier Outputs
Continuous Average Output Power 30W (15W x 2)
Two channels driven 30-20kHz @1% THD
Rated Distortion (1/2 power) 0.40%
Rated Impedance 6 Ohms
Damping Factor 50+
Frequency Response 20-20kHz
Preamplifier
Variable output 0-600mV
Fixed output 600mV
Impedance 600 Ohms
Source Inputs 1-4
Input Impedance 10K
Input Sensitivity for rated power 300mV RMS
Input Overload 3V RMS
Emitter Outputs
Source Outputs 4
Output Drive Current 100mA
Output Drive Voltage 5V
Source 1 and 2 38kHz/56kHz Selectable
Source 3 and 4 38kHz Fixed
System Specifications
System On 5V @ 50mA
External Mute 3-12V DC
Power Requirements
Power Supply 90-260VAC 50/60Hz
Power Consumption all channels 140W
driven to full-rated power
Power Consumption average 30W
operating conditions
Power Consumption no signal Less than 10W
Physical Specifications
Unit Size Millimeters 44H x 432W x 270D
Unit Size Inches 1.75H x 17W x 10.625D
Unit Weight Kilograms 2.95
Unit Weight Pounds 6.5
Keypad Size Millimeters 71H x 41.5W x 32.5D
NuVo reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
Simplese system package ships complete with the following:
• Simplese four-source, four-zone system
• 4 keypads (white, ivory, almond, and black inserts and trim
plates for each)
• 36 pre-printed source buttons
• 1 LRC1 remote with batteries
• Allport™ and Allport cable
• 4 IR emitters
• REM1U Rack Ear Mounts
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MODELNV-P2100
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Simplese Wiring
Diagram
System shown using the NuVo P2100 audio
amplifier for zone 4.
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NuVo uses D Amplifier™
by Philips Semiconductors
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The Sound of LiVing.
Simple. Affordable. Stylish.
Get Pure Sound with
Generation D Technology
Simplese now incorporates the Generation D
technology previously only available on NuVo’s
higher end Essentia and Concerto systems.
Generation D design protocol by NuVo makes
pure digital audio a reality for your family,
delivering energy conservation, lower heat
generation, and clear, precise sound through-
out the home.
Customize Sound for Each Room
in Your House
Whether you thrill to a pulse-pounding bass
or soul-souring highs, easily adjust equaliza-
tion settings at the keypad to fit the natural
acoustics for each room. Find creating the
ideal listening experience, even in open living
spaces (such as the living, dining and kitchen
area) is as easy as the touch of a button using
NuVo’s unique grouping feature. Instantly
apply group mode to share the same listening
selection throughout multiple zones of your
choice.
Simple, Seamless Installation
The revolutionary Allport™ wiring system
neatly conceals individual connections for
each zone while seamlessly integrating the
entire system.
Flexibility
As your needs change, Simplese is designed
to grow with you, so even if you don’t need a
complex system now, you will always have the
option to add more in the future. Easily expand
the Simplese to eight zones of sound or up-
grade to NuVo's Essentia or Concerto systems.
Control the Excitement
Simplese is taken to a whole new level of
control with the new Learning Remote Control.
Manage your whole home audio system and
access control for up to six additional devices
for an All-In-One control solution. The
combinations and possibilities are endless
and aren’t limited to one zone or even one
remote. Add additional learning remotes to
zones where added control is desired.
Now RS-232 Compatible
Simplese, in addition to all NuVo whole home
audio systems, is RS-232 compatible, allow-
ing easy, seamless integration of your audio
system into complete whole home automation
systems.
Change Rooms. Change Moods.
Simplese gives you the flexibility to send audio
from your choice of four sources to any of four
different listening zones of your home. That
means you can listen to a CD in the kitchen while
your spouse listens to XM® satellite radio in the
family room, your daughter tunes into a favorite
FM station in her room, and your son watches
a DVD in your home theater — all at the same
time.
Generation D Simplese is our most afford-
able and simple home sound system yet, with
the easiest installation, RS-232 compatibility
AND the control of the learning remote — all
at a price comparable to many single-source
systems. NuVo’s award winning Simplese is the
most feature rich, quality system in its class.
NuVo home audio systems bring the advanced
Generation D technology of superior home sound
together with a sleek, slim new look, and the simplicity of
user-friendly design—all at a price that’s easy to live with.
Simplese features:
• Four audio source inputs for multi-source capability, and up to four zones of music
(expandable to eight zones)
• 30 watts of power per zone for high-quality sound
• 56 Khz and 38 Khz modulation outputs for better compatibility with more source equipment
• Generation D digital amplifier for cooler operation and higher power output
• Trim-line, 6 1/2 pound chassis takes up less vertical space in rack
• RS-232 serial port for easy integration with home automation systems
• NEW Learning Remote for control of up to six additional devices
• Unique Allport™ wiring system means fewer wires to clutter installation
• All at the same MSRP of our original Simplese of $999.00
Home never sounded so good.
*Simplese comes complete with all necessary components for installation,
with the exception of speakers, wire, and audio source equipment.
The revolutionary Allport™ wiring
system neatly conceals individual
connections.
NuVo’s user-friendly keypad comes with 4
distinct color options (white, almond, ivory,
and black) to fit a wide range of home
designs and palettes.
CAUTION: NuVo may cause spontaneous dancing.
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