SpeakerCraft SmartPath IRE-1.0 Service manual

DESCRIPTION
The IRE-1.0 represents the highest level in sophistication for attachable
IR Emitters. It features a unique EZ-Docker™port that permits instant
removal of the emitter when rearranging or servicing components.
An improved adhesive reduces callbacks for reattachment of “fallen
emitters”. The case may also be taken apart so that the tiny internal
emitter can be placed inside a component, when desired. High IR
output from the top curved surface allows emitter to be mounted on
a nearby surface, below, above or on a cabinet door, rather than
directly on the sensor of the unit where conditions
permit.
ATTACHMENT
First, locate the component’s IR sensor window (see Note 1) and
thoroughly clean it of any fingerprints or other greasy substances.
The EZ-Docker™port has a clear adhesive layer on its bottom surface.
Peel the protective layer off,
exposing the adhesive.
Orient the port vertical (see
Fig. 2) and press it over the
center of the component’s
sensor window. Press and
hold for several seconds to
ensure maximum contact
of the adhesive.
Slide the emitter from the
top down, into the EZ-
Docker™port. You should
feel it “snap” into place. (To
remove the emitter at any
time, simply push upward
until it “pops” out).
IRE-1.0
Emitter
8 FT 9/16"
7/16"
3.5mm
mini plug
1/4"
Side View
Emitter
Wire Lead
Docking
Port
Clear Adhesive Tape
(See Note 3)
Top View
NOTE: White striped side is positive ( +)
(–)
(+)
Emitter slides into
Docking Port
Fig. 1
Insert the 3.5mm plug into an Emitter jack on a SpeakerCraft
Terminator or other source of IR (see Fig. 3).
CAUTION: Do not plug into an emitter jack that is set to Blaster
Power (BL ON) or to the HIGH OUT of other connecting blocks.
To do so will smoke the emitters!!
Note 1: If you have difficulty finding the component’s IR sensor, try
using a flashlight. Sometimes the owner’s manual is helpful. You may
need to contact the manufacturer direct.
Note 2: You may also attach the emitter without the EZ-Docker™port.
Use one of the spare adhesives (included) applying it directly to the
bottom surface of the IRE-1.0 shell.
Note 3: If you need to remove the EZ-Docker™port or emitter previ-
ously stuck to a component’s surface, use a fresh adhesive (included)
before reattaching.
Note 4: The emitter shell and EZ-Docker™port, though dark in
appearance, are transparent to Infrared. This allows IR commands to
pass through them, permitting local hand held remote control as
well as through the IRE-1.0.
IR Controlled Components
IR sensor
window
Docking Port
IRE-1.0 attached to
IR sensor window
2) Slide IRE-1.0 Emitter
end into docking port
1) Attach IRE-1.0 Docking Port
to IR sensor window with adhesive pad
Fig. 2
IRE-1.0
IR Emitter
SpeakerCraft
SmartPath™
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
LIT03100 02/02
ELT03100
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IR Controlled Components
IR Sensor
Window
Fig. 5a IRE-1.0 attached directly
to IR sensor window
Cabinet Door
Fig. 5b IRE-1.0 attached to inside of
cabinet door directly opposite
IR sensor window
IRE-1.0 attached to shelf directly
below or above IR sensor window
Fig. 5c & d
Fig. 5
Low
output side
toward IR
sensor
Connecting
lead
Emitter
Shell
High
output
side
Internal
IR Emitter
In others, it may be necessary to remove the internal emitter from its
shell so that it will fit in tiny chassis places. In this case, use the thin
edge of a knife to carefully pry the lower cover from the shell of the
emitter. Gently ease the tiny emitter and lead from it’s nest within the
shell. Use heat shrink tubing, or other insulating means, to prevent
shorting of the exposed leads.
Fig. 4
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LIMITED 5-YEAR WARRANTY
SpeakerCraft warrants this product to be free of defects in materials or
workmanship. This extends for five years from the date of purchase
by the original consumer. Any products returned to SpeakerCraft and
found to be defective by SpeakerCraft within the warranty period will
be repaired or replaced, at SpeakerCraft’s option, at no charge.
SpeakerCraft will not be responsible for the actual cost of installation
or removal of the product, nor for any incidental or consequential
damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inci-
dental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may
have additional legal rights that vary from state to state.
Other Emitter Placements
Since the IRE-1.0 has high output from it’s curved top (See Fig. 4),
you may attach it to other surfaces nearby, if the installation permits.
(See Fig. 5)
Use the higher power setting (NOT Blaster Power) on the connecting
block or terminator, if so provided.
Some installers like the option of placing the emitter completely inside
a component, as near as possible to the IR sensor, for a clean external
appearance. In some cases, the whole emitter can be so placed.
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TYPICAL INSTALLATION
Satellite Receiver
PS-1.0
IRE-1.0
IRE-1.0
Emitter
IRE-1.0
Emitter
VCR
A/V Receiver
Hand Held
Remote
IRC-3.0
Emitter
IR Sensor
Window
AT-1.0
Amplified Terminator
Unit
Power Supply
120V AC
(unswitched)
Shelf Top
IR Receiver
Fig. 3