Niles Audio Stereo System ZR 4 User Manual

I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E  
4 Source, 4 Zone audio multiZone receiver kit with am/fm tuner  
SERIES 2  
MultiZone Receiver Kit  
ZR-
4  
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INTROdUCTION  
The Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit is a four-source, four-zone distributed audio system. The ZR-4 is packaged as a complete kit and  
includes a MultiZone Receiver with built-in AM/FM tuner, four weather-resistant keypads, a hand-held learning remote control, rack mount  
ears, and three infrared MicroFlashers® to control the connected audio sources. The system is easily expandable to eight zones with an  
additional ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit.  
This Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit is equipped with an AM/FM tuner designed to operate properly in your country. All of the  
configuration and operating procedures remain the same as outlined in the ZR-4 Installation Guide. However, note that the illustrations  
used in the Installation Guide depict north american AM and FM radio frequency numbers. This version’s radio frequency numbers may  
be different and will be appropriate for your market. If you have any questions please contact the Niles Technical Support Department at  
[email protected] or 305-238-4373.  
Figure 1. Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit  
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FEATURES ANd BENEFITS  
FOUR-SOURCE, FOUR-ZONE MULTIZONE RECEIvER  
Any of the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver’s four audio sources can be routed to any of the four zone outputs to provide high-quality  
entertainment throughout the house  
BUILT-IN AM/FM TUNER  
Provides out-of-the-box radio reception without additional components, connections, or programming  
WEAThER-RESISTANT KEypAdS  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit comes with four weather-resistant keypads to accommodate installations in moist areas such as  
bathrooms, spas, or even outdoors under an eave. Additional keypads are available as an option  
hANd-hELd LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL  
The included remote control comes pre-programmed to control most popular audio sources, and also “learns” the IR commands for other  
sources not included in the on-board library. Additional hand-held learning remote controls are available as an option  
ThREE ANALOG AUdIO INpUTS  
Up to three external stereo audio sources, in addition to the built-in AM/FM tuner, can be connected, controlled and distributed to any of the four zones  
BUILT-IN EIGhT-ChANNEL dIGITAL AMpLIFIER  
Our high-quality digital amplifier delivers 40 watts per zone (20 watts per channel), generates minimal heat, and can comfortably drive two  
pairs of 8 ohm speakers per zone  
RS-232 ANd dISCRETE IR CONTROL FOR EACh ZONE  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver provides seamless integration with third-party remote control systems  
pREAMpLIFIER OUTpUT ANd 12v TRIGGER  
Makes it easy to add additional power with Niles Systems Integration Amplifiers® (zone 4 only)  
pAGING INpUT  
Accommodates voice announcements from a telephone system and/or doorbell chimes (doorbell chimes require the Niles DBI-1 interface)  
INdEpENdENT BASS, TREBLE, ANd vARIABLE LOUdNESS CONTROLS  
Each zone can be custom-tuned to maximize sound performance and match room acoustics  
ExpANdABLE TO EIGhT ZONES  
System architecture allows expansion to eight zones via an additional ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit  
SUppORTS Up TO TWO KEypAdS pER ZONE  
Ideal for use in large rooms (additional keypads sold separately; requires ZR-KE Keypad Expander)  
ZONE LINKING  
Permanently group up to four zones per chassis: turn-on, source selection, and turn-off work in unison, yet each zone retains independent  
volume, bass, treble, and variable loudness control  
pARTy OR WhOLE hOUSE MOdE  
Temporarily turns on the entire house (or a pre-set number of zones) to the same audio source for entertaining large groups  
vIRTUAL hOME ThEATER ZONE  
Enables source sharing with an independent home theater system via the global IR input and home theater sync  
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CONTENTS  
After unpacking and before installation, the installer should carefully inspect the contents. If any damage is discovered due to shipping, the  
installer should contact Niles for assistance (see back cover or Warranty Card for contact information.) Also, keep all packing materials in  
case the product needs to be returned to the factory.  
• (1) ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver  
• (1) Safety Sheet  
• (1) Removable North American Power Cable  
• (2) Rack Mount Ears  
• (4) Weather-Resistant Keypads  
• (1) R-6L Hand-Held Learning Remote Control  
• (3) Infrared MicroFlashers®  
• (1) Installation Manual  
• (1) FM Dipole Antenna  
• (1) AM Loop Antenna  
• (1) Installation Guide  
• (1) List of R-6L Setup Codes  
pARTS GUIdE  
ZR-4 MULTIZONE RECEIvER  
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1) Main power Switch – This push-button, latching switch turns the main power to the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver ON and OFF  
2) LEd Zone ON/OFF Indicators – Individually illuminate when the corresponding zone is active and turn off when the zone is  
in standby  
3) Band, Set, Tune –, and Tune + push Buttons – Used to operate the AM/FM tuner, set favorite preset stations into  
memory, and perform system configuration operations  
4) Backlit LCd display –This two-line, 16-character, LCD display shows tuner preset and setup information, plus current tuner  
preset, band, and station tuning  
Rear panel  
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KEYPADS  
MICROFLASHERS®  
AUDIO INPUTS  
ZONE  
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ZONE  
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ZONE  
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ZONE  
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HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 200 Watts Max.  
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4
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Expansion  
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3
2
4
Page  
AM/FM  
RS 232  
L+ L- R- R+  
R
Double Insulated  
When servicing use only  
identical replacement parts.  
12 V  
IR In  
Global  
High Output  
Flasher  
Out Fix  
Var  
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3
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Trigger  
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18  
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12  
16  
11  
14  
17  
13  
5) Expansion Connection – This RJ-45 connector allows data to be carried between a Master and Slave ZR-4 over CAT-5 cable to  
create an eight-zone system  
6) Keypad ports – Four zone-specific RJ-45 connector ports connect to each zone’s keypad with CAT-5 cable using the T568A  
wiring convention  
7) Flasher Outputs – Four 3.5mm connectors. The three supplied Infrared MicroFlashers® connect to flasher outputs 2-4 and then  
attach to each source component’s respective IR window. The High Output Flasher Port is to be used only with an optional Niles IRB1  
High Output IR Flasher to control an entire stack of source components. Do not connect MicroFlashers® to the High Output Flasher Port.  
8) hT (home Theater) Sync – This 3.5mm connector lets the ZR-4 know when a home theater system is On. The ZR-4 will not  
go into standby even if all of its zones are off until this voltage is eliminated  
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9) Global 12v Control Output - A single 3.5mm jack provides a 12V DC trigger signal for use with external components  
such as an external power amplifier or a Niles AC-3 Voltage-triggered AC Power Strip (sold separately) to automate power turn-on  
and turn-off of connected components  
10) Tuner Antenna Inputs - A female coaxial F-connector and two spring-loaded bare-wire jacks provide connection to the  
included FM and AM antennas  
11) RS-232 Connection - One 3.5mm stereo connector for RS-232C serial communication allows the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver to be  
monitored and controlled via an external control system such as AMX®  
12) IR Input port - A single 3.5mm jack provides an input connection for IR commands sent from a third-party remote control or a home  
theater system. These IR commands are used to control the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver and to control source components  
13) Analog Audio Source Inputs - Three pairs of line level analog stereo audio inputs utilizing gold-plated RCA connectors for  
audio sources 2-4  
14) paging Input - Connects to a compatible telephone system and/or a doorbell (doorbell requires Niles DBI-1 interface). Overrides all  
other inputs to produce a page into pre-selected zones at a preset volume level  
15) Speaker Connections - Four sets of removable connectors, one for each zone. Accept speaker wire up to 16 AWG in size  
16) pre-Out Outputs - Assigned to Zone 4, this stereo pair can be switched between a fixed output or a variable output  
17) IEC power Receptacle - Two-pin power socket to connect the removable power cord. This is the AC power disconnect for the  
ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver and should be made accessible during use  
18) Rack Mount Ears - Two metal rack-mount ears for installation into a professional metal rack. When attached, the ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receiver is 1U (Unit) high  
WEAThER-RESISTANT KEypAd  
FRONT pANEL  
1) Master Keys - Press any of these keys to turn the zone on and play the selected source  
component. Each Master Key can be custom labeled for all of today’s popular audio sources and will  
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illuminate blue when activated. Pressing and holding any Master Key for three seconds puts the ZR-4  
RADIO  
MUSIC  
CD  
MultiZone Receiver into Party Mode. This feature will turn on all enabled zones to the selected source at  
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SAT  
the preset turn-on volume (see configuration page 20 for details.)  
VOL  
VOL  
2) Zone volume Keys - A continuous press of these keys raises or lowers the volume in the zone  
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3) Zone Mute Key - Press this key to mute the sound in the zone. The selected source key will blink when  
the zone is muted. Pressing the Mute key again, the volume up arrow, or a Master key restores the volume  
OFF  
MUTE  
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4) Zone Off Key - Press this key to turn the zone off. Pressing and holding this key for longer than  
three seconds turns off the entire system (all zones)  
Rear panel  
5) Built-In IR Sensor - Located behind the window on the faceplate is a plasma and LCD-proof IR  
sensor that enables hand-held remote control operation of the zone and sources  
SOLO-4 IR  
REAR pANEL  
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6) RJ-45 Connector From System - Connects to a ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Keypad Port with  
CAT-5 cable using the T568A wiring convention  
7) 12v-LS-IOp - This terminal connection for a 12V Control Output activates when its zone is on. It is commonly  
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used to trigger the optional LS-I0P wallplate and turns off when the zone is off  
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hANd-hELd LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL  
SETUP  
OFF  
1) Source Select Keys – Pressing one of the keys selects the built-in AM/FM tuner  
or any of the up to three connected (SRC 2-4) sources for playback and operation. There  
are also additional Source Select Keys to operate a TV and an auxiliary component such  
as a DVD player connected to the TV. The LED in the Source Key provides feedback.  
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AM/FM  
SRC2  
TV  
AUX  
SRC3  
SRC4  
2) On and Off Keys – Turns the selected device On or Off  
LIST  
3) Setup Key – This key is used to configure the remote  
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4) Transport Keys – Used to skip backward, rewind, fast forward, skip forward, stop,  
pause, or play tracks from the selected source  
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6
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MENU  
INFO  
5) Menu Key – Press this key to display a menu for the selected source  
6) Info Key – Press this key to display the current channel and program information  
OK  
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7) Menu Cursor Keys – Use these keys to move the cursor in the menu screen.  
Press OK to choose the highlighted menu option or to toggle between the AM and FM  
tuner bands  
GUIDE  
EXIT  
VOL  
CH  
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8) volume Keys – These keys are used to raise or lower the sound level. Press the  
MUTE  
LAST  
Mute key to turn the sound off or on  
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9) Channel Select Keys – These keys are used to select the next or previous  
channel and to select next or previous chapter on some models of DVD players. Press  
the Last key to recall the last-viewed channel  
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10) Guide Key – Press this key to display the program guide for the selected source  
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12  
11) Exit Key – Press this key to exit the selected source’s menu, guide, or program  
INPUT  
ENTER  
without making a menu selection  
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REPLAY  
GROUP  
DISC  
PG+  
PG–  
LIVE  
FAV  
12) direct Access Keys – Directly enter channels (for example: 09 or 31). Press the  
RANDOM  
Enter key to send channel number entry on certain TV models  
PREV  
NEXT  
13) Extended Function Keys – Provide additional functionality for advanced  
features, menus, and guides  
14) dvR Function Keys – Support advanced functions for many DVR’s.  
INSTALLATION CONSIdERATIONS  
pLACEMENT OF ThE ZR-4 MULTIZONE RECEIvER  
Place the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver on a flat, level surface such as a table or shelf, with its weight equally distributed on each of its four  
feet. Placing the weight of the receiver on the rear or front panel for even an instant may result in damage to the receiver’s connectors  
and controls. Like any high-fidelity component, the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver will last much longer if it is given adequate ventilation for  
proper cooling. When installing the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver in a cabinet, be sure that the rear of the cabinet is open to receive fresh air in  
order to provide proper cooling. Place the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver so it has air space above it (minimum 1.75”). If this is not possible, we  
suggest adding an optional Niles FM-1 or FM-1R System Cooling Module. If the receiver is located on a carpeted surface, place a board  
under the receiver’s feet. Do not block the ventilation holes on the top and bottom. When installed in a professional rack using the rack  
mounting ears, provide a minimum of 1 unit space above and below the ZR-4.  
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CAT-5 CABLE - T568A TERMINATION  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver could have as many as five CAT-5 cables connected.  
Labels are recommended to describe where each cable originates (not to which  
terminal it connects). The CAT-5 must be terminated with RJ-45 connectors using  
the T568A wiring convention (Figure 2).  
8= BROWN  
7= BROWN/WHITE  
6= ORANGE  
5= BLUE/WHITE  
4= BLUE  
3= ORANGE/WHITE  
2= GREEN  
1= GREEN/WHITE  
Figure 2. T568A wire termination  
SySTEM CONFIGURATIONS (AppLICATIONS)  
SySTEM CONFIGURATION 1  
STanD-alone ZR-4 MulTIZone ReceIveR KIT  
This is the simplest of the configurations. It depicts one Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit installed to provide sound in four listening zones.  
Each zone includes a pair of speakers (sold separately) and one Solo-4 IR Keypad.  
Cable Box  
AC Power Cord  
FM Antenna  
Switched  
AC Outlet  
Niles MF1  
MicroFlashers  
Satellite Receiver  
CD Player  
Flasher  
12 Volt  
Speaker Wire  
Unswitched  
AC Outlet  
Niles AC-3  
CAT-5  
Audio Cables  
Audio Cables  
AC Power  
AM Antenna  
12V Trigger  
KEYPAD ZONES  
FLASHERS  
AUDIO  
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 1500 Watts Max.  
Expansion  
2
4
3
L
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1
3
2
4
AM/FM  
RS 232  
HP  
R
Double Insulated  
When servicing use only  
identical replacement parts.  
12  
V
IR In  
Global  
2
3
Trigger  
Speaker Cables  
Loudspeakers  
Keypad  
Loudspeakers  
Keypad  
Loudspeakers  
Keypad  
Loudspeakers  
Keypad  
Figure 3. Stand-Alone  
ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit  
CAT-5 Cable  
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SOURCE COMpONENTS  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver has RCA audio inputs for connecting three external source components. In addition to the built-in AM/FM  
tuner, these three source components can be selected to play in any of the four zones. With this configuration, a user in one zone can  
listen to a source component while another user in a different zone listens to a different source component (e.g. the CD can be selected in  
Zone 1 while the AM/FM tuner is selected in Zone 2). Additionally, each of the four zones can be set to an individual volume level. If more  
than one zone chooses the same source component, control of that source component is shared between the zones.  
KEypAdS  
Keypads with built-in IR sensors plus a Hand-Held Remote Control enable the user to control the Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver and its  
connected source components. The built-in AM/FM tuner is controlled directly from the Keypad. The input for the connected source  
components is also controlled by the Keypad, but all source component functions are controlled using the Hand-Held Remote Control.  
The Keypads connect to the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver by a “home run” of CAT-5 cable terminated with RJ-45 connectors using the T568A  
wiring convention. (See page 6).  
MICROFLAShER OUTpUTS  
The included Niles MicroFlashers® connect to the numbered flasher outputs on the rear panel of the Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver.  
Niles MicroFlashers send IR commands to the individual source components for control. An optional Niles IRB-1 High-Output IR Flasher  
(FG01023) can be connected to the flasher port labeled High Output Flasher to control more than one source component at a time.  
GLOBAL 12v CONTROL OUTpUT  
An optional Niles AC-3 Voltage-Triggered AC Power Strip (FG00242) can be connected to the 12V Control Output to automate source  
component turn-On and turn-Off, as well as an external power amplifier turn-On and turn-Off.  
LOUdSpEAKERS  
Each zone has “home run” speaker cables from the Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver to the location of the speakers. Connections are made utilizing  
removable speaker terminals. These terminals accept speaker wire up to 16 AWG in size. The receiver’s high-quality digital amplification can  
accommodate one pair of 4 ohm speakers per zone or two pairs of 8 ohm speakers per zone without going into protection or shutting down.  
AM/FM ANTENNA CONNECTIONS  
The included FM Dipole Antenna connects to the female 75 ohm coaxial connector and the AM Loop Antenna connects to the spring-loaded  
terminals labeled AM and GND. Antennas must be connected to both ZR-4s when using two ZR-4 MultiZone Receivers.  
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SySTEM CONFIGURATION 2  
expanDIng To eIghT ZoneS uSIng Two ZR-4 KITS  
This configuration demonstrates the expandability of the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit. Two complete kits are integrated to create a four-  
source, eight-zone audio system.  
CAT-5 Cable  
Keypad  
Keypad  
Keypad  
Keypad  
Loudspeakers  
Loudspeakers  
Loudspeakers  
Loudspeakers  
Speaker Cables  
ZR-4 Master  
KEYPADS  
MICROFLASHERS®  
AUDIO INP
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 200 Watts Max.  
Expansion  
1
2
4
3
L
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2
4
AM/FM  
RS 232  
L+ L- R- R+  
3
R
Double Insulated  
When servicing use only  
identical replacement parts.  
12  
V
IR In  
Global  
High Output  
Flasher  
2
3
Trigger  
Niles AVDA-3  
Distribution Amplifier  
Audio Cables  
Cable Box  
Flasher  
12 Volt  
Speaker Wire  
CAT-5  
Audio Cables  
Satellite Receiver  
CD Player  
AC Power  
Niles MF1  
MicroFlashers  
KEYPADS  
MICROFLASHERS®  
AUDIO INP
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 200 Watts Max.  
Expansion  
1
2
4
3
L
2
4
AM/FM  
RS 232  
L+ L- R- R+  
3
R
Double Insulated  
When servicing use only  
identical replacement parts.  
12  
V
IR In  
Global  
High Output  
Flasher  
2
3
Trigger  
ZR-4 Slave  
Speaker Cables  
CAT-5 Cable  
Loudspeakers  
Loudspeakers  
Loudspeakers  
Loudspeakers  
ZONE 5  
ZONE 6  
ZONE 7  
ZONE 8  
Keypad  
Keypad  
Keypad  
Keypad  
Figure 4. Expanding to Eight Zones Using Two ZR-4 Kits  
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ExpANSION CONNECTION  
This RJ-45 port connects the two ZR-4 MultiZone Receivers with CAT-5 cable using the T568A wiring convention. One ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receiver will be configured to be the Master, the other to be the Slave.  
SOURCE COMpONENTS  
The audio output of the source components must be routed to both the Master and Slave MultiZone Receivers. This is best accomplished  
using a Niles AVDA-3 Source Level Stereo Audio/Video Distribution Amplifier (FG00814) for each source. A second but less effective method  
would be to use RCA Y-adaptors to split the source component outputs in two, one going to the Master chassis, the other to the Slave chassis.  
SOURCE COMpONENT CONTROL  
All MicroFlashers for source component control must connect to the Master and not the Slave. IR from the Keypads connected to the Slave  
chassis will be routed to the Master chassis via the expansion connection port.  
KEypAdS  
Keypads for the additional zones are connected to the Slave chassis Keypad ports. These Keypads connect to the Slave ZR-4 by a “home  
run” of CAT-5 cable with RJ-45 connectors utilizing the T568A wiring convention.  
LOUdSpEAKERS  
Each additional zone has “home run” speaker cables from the Slave Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver to the location of the speakers.  
Connections are made utilizing removable speaker terminals. These terminals accept speaker wire up to 16 AWG in size.  
ExTERNAL CONTROL  
All external IR or RS-232C control must be made to the Master only, and not to the Slave. The commands necessary to control the Slave  
will be relayed through the expansion connection.  
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SySTEM CONFIGURATION 3  
ZR-4 MulTIZone ReceIveR InTegRaTeD wITh a hoMe TheaTeR SySTeM  
The ZR-4 can share source components with a home theater system.  
Niles AVDA-3  
Distribution Amplifier  
Cable Box  
Home Theater Receiver  
Satellite Receiver  
CD Player  
Plugged into  
Switched AC outlet  
HT-MSU  
Niles MF-1  
MicroFlashers  
Audio Cables  
Flasher Output  
H.T. Sync Input  
ZR-4  
KEYPADS  
MICROFLASHERS®  
AUDIO INP
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 200 Watts Max.  
2
4
3
L
Expansion  
1
3
2
4
AM/FM  
RS 232  
L+ L- R- R+  
R
Double Insulated  
When servicing use only  
identical replacement parts.  
12 V  
IR In  
Global  
High Output  
Flasher  
2
3
Trigger  
Figure 5. ZR-4 Integrated with a Home Theater System  
IR CONTROL INpUT  
The ZR-4 accepts IR commands from a home theater system through the global IR Control Input. This activates the virtual “home theater zone.”  
hT SyNC  
This 3.5mm connector lets the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver know when the home theater receiver is active. The ZR-4 will not go into standby  
mode or turn off the shared source until all of its zones are off and this voltage is eliminated.  
SOURCE COMpONENTS  
The audio output of the source components must be routed to both the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver and the home theater receiver. This is best  
accomplished using a Niles AVDA-3 Source Level Stereo Audio/Video Distribution Amplifier (FG00814) for each source. A second but less  
effective method would be to use RCA Y-adaptors to split the source component outputs in two, one going to the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver, the  
other to the home theater receiver.  
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SySTEM CONFIGURATION 4  
ZR-4 MulTIZone ReceIveR wITh exTeRnal  
RS-232 conTRol SySTeM  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver can be monitored and  
controlled by an external control system that uses  
RS-232C serial communication.  
RS-232 CONNECTION  
A single 3.5mm stereo female-tip positive connector  
is used for RS-232C serial communication from  
an external control system. Refer to appendix at  
integration.  
External Control System such as a Touch Screen  
KEYPADS  
MICROFLASHERS®  
AUDIO INP
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 200 Watts Max.  
Expansion  
2
3
L
1
3
2
AM/FM  
RS 232  
L+ L- R- R+  
4
4
R
12  
V
IR In  
Global  
High Output  
Flasher  
2
3
Trigger  
Figure 6. ZR-4 with External RS-232C Control System  
SySTEM CONFIGURATION 5  
ZR-4 MulTIZone ReceIveR wITh Two KeypaDS In a Zone  
Any zone of the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver can be expanded to contain two Keypads. This is especially convenient in large rooms or in  
bedrooms where a Keypad is desired on each side of the bed.  
ZR-4  
KEYPADS  
MICROFLASHERS®  
AUDIO INP
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 200 Watts Max.  
Expansion  
2
4
3
L
1
3
2
4
AM/FM  
RS 232  
L+ L- R- R+  
R
Double Insulated  
When servicing use only  
identical replacement parts.  
12  
V
IR In  
Global  
High Output  
Flasher  
2
3
Trigger  
Keypads  
Solo 4IR  
Solo 4IR  
CAT-5 Cable  
RADIO  
MUSIC  
CD  
RADIO  
MUSIC  
CD  
SAT  
SAT  
VOL  
VOL  
VOL  
VOL  
OFF  
MUTE  
OFF  
MUTE  
ZR-KE Keypad Expander  
DO NOT USE THIS PORT  
Figure 7. Two Keypads in a Zone  
CAT-5 Cable  
NILES ZR-KE KEypAd ExpANdER  
The ZR-KE Keypad Expander enables the use of two Keypads per zone. The RJ-45 terminated CAT-5 cable from the ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receiver’s Keypad Port is connected to the input of the ZR-KE. The two keypads are then connected to the outputs on the ZR-KE with  
CAT-5 cable.  
noTe: The ZR-Ke haS ThRee ouTpuTS, BuT only Two can Be uSeD foR KeypaDS wITh The ZR-4 MulTIZone ReceIveR. one ZR-Ke can Be uSeD foR each  
Zone, IncluDIng aDDITIonal Slave ZoneS when a SeconD ZR-4 MulTIZone ReceIveR KIT IS uSeD To expanD The SySTeM To eIghT ZoneS.  
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SySTEM CONFIGURATION 6  
ZR-4 MulTIZone ReceIveR wITh an exTeRnal aMplIfIeR In Zone 4  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver is designed to accommodate a separate amplifier to drive Zone 4’s loudspeakers.  
ZR-4  
KEYPADS  
MICROFLASHERS®  
AUDIO INP
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 200 Watts Max.  
2
4
3
L
Expansion  
1
3
2
4
AM/FM  
RS 232  
L+ L- R- R+  
R
Double Insulated  
When servicing use only  
identical replacement parts.  
12 V  
IR In  
Global  
High Output  
Flasher  
2
3
Trigger  
12V Trigger  
Niles Systems Integration Amplifier®  
Figure 8. Connecting an External Amplifier to Zone 4  
pRE-AMp OUTpUT  
Zone 4 is equipped with a pre-amp output to connect an external power amplifier. If one room in the house is particularly large or requires  
substantially higher volume levels, it is advised to assign this room to Zone 4 and connect a Niles Systems Integration Amplifier® to provide  
more powerful amplification to the room’s loudspeakers. The pre-amp output can be switched between a fixed level or variable level.  
12v TRIGGER OUTpUT  
When any zone is activated, the ZR-4’s Global 12V Control Output will send out a constant 12V DC trigger signal. This can be used to  
automatically switch on an amplifier equipped with a 12V trigger turn-on, such as a Niles Systems Integration Amplifier. Alternatively, the  
12V trigger from the keypad can be used to turn-on the amplifier only when Zone 4 is active.  
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SySTEM CONFIGURATION 7  
ZR-4 MulTIZone ReceIveR wITh SySTeM pagIng fRoM exTeRnal Telephone SySTeM anD/oR DooRBell  
ZR-4  
KEYPADS  
MICROFLASHERS®  
AUDIO INP
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 200 Watts Max.  
2
4
3
L
Expansion  
1
3
2
4
AM/FM  
RS 232  
L+ L- R- R+  
R
Double Insulated  
12 V  
IR In  
Global  
When servicing use only  
identical replacement parts.  
High Output  
Flasher  
2
3
Trigger  
System  
Telephones  
Telephone  
Control Unit  
DBI-1 Doorbell Interface  
PAGE OUTPUT  
Figure 9. ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver with system paging from a telephone system and a doorbell  
TELEphONE ANd/OR dOORBELL pAGING  
The Paging input on the rear panel of the ZR-4 Receiver provides a connection for voice paging and/or doorbell sounds through the  
speakers in the listening zones. The optional Niles DBI-1 Doorbell Interface (FG01034) provides realistic doorbell chimes throughout the  
house and includes a connection for the output signal of telephone or intercom systems. By default, all zones respond to a page. The  
system can be configured so only specific zones respond to paging (see confIguRaTIon on page 18 for details).  
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SySTEM INSTALLATION  
pREpARATION  
Before you begin, make sure the audio cables, speaker cables, CAT-5 wiring, MicroFlasher wires and the power supply cable are of  
sufficient length to reach the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver. Label each cable describing where each cable originates (rather than to which  
terminal on the ZR-4 it connects).  
ATTACh ThE RACK MOUNT EARS (IF NEEdEd)  
If the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver is to be installed into a professional equipment rack, attach the supplied rack mount ears with the included  
screws. The four non-slip plastic feet are removable, if necessary. A 1U vent panel above and below the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver are  
required to provide maximum cooling.  
CONNECT ThE AUdIO INpUT CABLES  
Connect each source’s audio output cables to the corresponding audio input  
connection of the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver. When making the connections be  
sure that the two audio cable RCA jacks are fully seated and that the proper  
color code is followed (white=left ch; red=right ch). The audio inputs are  
labeled 2,3, and 4. Input 1 is the built-in AM/FM tuner.  
CONNECT ThE pAGING CABLE  
The Page input on the rear panel of the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver provides a  
connection for the paging out signal of telephone or intercom systems for voice  
paging through the speakers in the listening zones. By default, all zones will  
respond to a page when it is input to the paging port. If there are zones that the  
end-user does not desire to receive a page, they can be programmed out.  
See page 19 for details.  
Figure 10. Proper connection of audio input cables  
The Page input can also be used to distribute doorbell chimes throughout the  
house. An accessory, the Niles DBI-1 (FG01034), is required. For installation  
details, see the DBI-1 Installation & operation guide, available for download at  
CONNECT ThE SpEAKER WIRES  
cauTIon! all SpeaKeR wIRe connecTIonS MuST Be MaDe wITh The ReceIveR off.  
There are four sets of removable connectors, one for each zone. The connectors  
accept speaker wires up to 16 AWG in size. Each removable connector has four  
screw-down terminals for speaker wire: One positive (+) and one negative (-) for  
each speaker. Unscrew the terminal, insert the appropriate bare speaker wire,  
then tighten firmly. (See Figure 11).  
Figure 11. Connecting Loudspeakers to ZR-4  
MultiZone Receiver  
CONNECT ZONE 4 pRE-AMp OUTpUTS  
If a zone is a particularly large area, or if high volume levels are required, it is suggested that Zone four be augmented by an additional  
stereo power amplifier, such as a Niles Systems Integration Amplifier, connected to the Pre Out with a stereo RCA audio cable of sufficient  
length. The Zone 4 Pre Out is selectable for variable or fixed output. The Global 12V output can be used to trigger the Systems Integration  
Amplifier’s power.  
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CONNECT ThE IR FLAShERS  
MIcRoflaSheR® To The flaSheR ouTpuTS  
The mini-plug of each included Niles MicroFlasher connects into the Flasher Outputs  
2-4. The MicroFlasher portion is placed directly over the IR sensor of the corresponding  
source component (Source 2 for Flasher 2, Source 3 for Flasher 3, Source 4 for Flasher  
4) and adheres with the included adhesive. Remove the protective paper cover to expose  
the adhesive and attach to the source component.  
hIgh-ouTpuT flaSheR To The hIgh ouTpuT flaSheR poRT  
The mini-plug of an optional Niles High Output Flasher, Model IRB-1 (FG01023),  
connects to the High Output Flasher Port. The IRB-1 is strategically positioned to provide  
IR transmission to all source components and adheres to a shelf with an included  
Velcro® mounting system.  
cauTIon: Do noT connecT MIcRoflaSheRS To ThIS poRT. The hIgh ouTpuT flaSheR poRT  
wIll DaMage MIcRoflaSheRS  
Figure 12. Connecting IR Flashers to ZR-4  
MultiZone Receiver  
CONNECT ThE KEypAd CAT-5 CABLES  
Each Keypad controls a specific zone. The RJ-45 terminated CAT-5 cable that runs to  
each keypad is connected to the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver’s keypad connectors labeled:  
ZONE 1, ZONE 2, ZONE 3, and ZONE 4. The zone that each keypad is connected to  
defines the number of that zone. For example: the keypad that is connected to ZONE  
1 will always be defined as ZONE 1. All RJ-45 terminated CAT-5 cable must utilize the  
T568A wiring convention.  
8= BROWN  
7= BROWN/WHITE  
6= ORANGE  
5= BLUE/WHITE  
4= BLUE  
3= ORANGE/WHITE  
2= GREEN  
CONNECT ThE SLAvE ZR-4 MULTIZONE RECEIvER  
ChASSIS  
Two ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kits can be combined to create a four-source, eight-zone  
system. The Expansion Port connects the two receivers by a RJ-45 terminated CAT-5  
cable using the T568A wiring convention. One receiver must be designated as the Master,  
the other as the Slave (see configuration page 8). All flashers for source control must be  
connected to the Master and not to the Slave. IR from the keypads connected to the Slave  
1= GREEN/WHITE  
Figure 13. T568A wire termination  
chassis will be routed to the Master chassis via the expansion connection port.  
CONNECT ThE AM ANd FM ANTENNAS  
When using two ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver  
kits to create an 8-zone system, antennas  
must be connected to both ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receivers.  
fM DIpole anTenna  
The included FM Dipole Antenna connects to the  
female 75 ohm coaxial connector. The antenna is  
then positioned and mounted for best reception.  
aM loop anTenna  
KEYPAD ZONES  
FLASHERS  
AUDIO  
HT Sync  
120 Volts  
~
60Hz. 1500 Watts Max.  
Expansion  
2
4
3
L
The included AM Loop Antenna connects  
with its bare-wire ends to the spring-loaded  
terminals labeled AM and GND. The antenna  
is then positioned and mounted for best  
reception.  
1
3
2
4
AM/FM  
RS 232  
HP  
R
12  
V
IR In  
Global  
2
3
Trigger  
Figure 14. Connecting AM/FM Antennas to ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver  
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CONNECT ThE GLOBAL 12v OUT  
The Global 12V Out triggers an external device whenever a Zone is turned on. A common use would be to turn on a 12V trigger-equipped  
Niles Systems Integration Amplifier connected to the Zone 4 pre-out jacks. The Global 12V out can also be used to trigger a Niles AC-3  
Voltage-Triggered AC Power Strip to automate power turn-on and turn-off of connected sources.  
CONNECT ThE hT (hOME ThEATER) SyNC IF NEEdEd  
If the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit is going to share audio source components with a separate home theater system, it is important  
to use the HT (home theater) sync connector. A voltage signal from the home theater receiver allows the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver  
to know that the home theater receiver is on and that the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver should not go into standby, even if all of its  
zones are shut off, until this voltage signal is no longer present. Use a 3.5mm tip-positive connector (FG00933). One end connects  
to the HT Sync port on the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver, the other end to a trigger output (or similar) on the home theater receiver. If a  
trigger output is not available on the home theater receiver, an alternate is the Niles CS12V Current Sensing 12V Trigger (FG01173).  
When the power cord of the home theater receiver is connected to the current sensing outlet on the CS12V and the receiver is  
turned on, the CS12V sees the additional current draw and sends out a 12V trigger via the 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable.  
CONNECT ExTERNAL CONTROL IF NEEdEd  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver can be externally controlled in two ways: RS-232C and IR.  
RS-232c  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver is equipped with RS-232C serial communication. This allows the receiver to be monitored and controlled  
by an external control system such as the Niles iC2, or similar control and automation products. The RS-232C jack uses a 3.5mm stereo  
plug with standard TRS (Tip, Ring, Sleeve) configuration of Transmit, Receive, and Ground. This may require the installer to custom-make  
the RS-232C control cable. Most RS-232C control systems use a male DB9 connector, a female DB9 connector, or a 3.5mm stereo jack.  
Manufacturers can provide a protocol document (usually from their Tech Support Department), which will have the necessary information  
to custom build the RS-232C control cable. (Figure 15)  
Ring  
Female  
Male  
Sleeve  
Tip  
Figure 15. 3.5mm Stereo Plug and DB9 Connectors  
IR In  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver can also be controlled by a programmable/learning IR remote control system. Use the IR control port to  
connect a Niles IR Sensor to receive the IR signals from the IR remote control.  
CONNECT ThE MAIN pOWER CABLE  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver is equipped with an IEC Power Receptacle. A supplied, removable power cable is attached to this two-pin  
Power Receptacle and then plugged into an AC wall outlet. This is the AC power disconnect for the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver and should  
remain accessible during use. A surge suppression device from a top-quality manufacturer such as Panamax® is recommended to protect  
the equipment from potentially harmful power surges and spikes.  
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KEypAd INSTALLATION  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit comes with four weather-resistant, wall-mount Keypads, one for each zone. A zone is an area or room  
of the house where music is desired, such as a living room, bedroom, kitchen, etc. Each zone is independent and can play any connected  
music source with its own volume and tone adjustments. Up to two keypads can be installed in each zone (requires ZR-KE Keypad  
Expander and an additional Solo-4 IR Keypad, both sold separately).  
The Solo-4 IR KeypaD MuST Be InSTalleD In an ouTleT Box lISTeD In accoRDance wITh The nec.  
ChOOSE A MOUNTING LOCATION  
Convenient keypad mounting locations include:  
Figure 16. Keypad Installation  
Solo-4IR  
1. Near a doorway  
2. Near a desk  
3. At your bedside  
1 Gang  
Low  
Voltage  
Box  
4. Close to a telephone  
5. Near other wall-mounted controls  
KEypAd INSTALLATION  
1. Connect a properly configured CAT-5 cable to the  
“System” terminal on the back of the keypad. All  
CAT-5 cable requires RJ-45 connectors utilizing  
the T-568A wiring convention (See Figure 16).  
Decora style insert  
2. Install keypad to low voltage electrical box as  
shown using included hardware.  
Faceplate  
3. Finish with appropriate color faceplate.  
waRnIng: Do noT MounT The KeypaD In The SaMe elecTRIcal Box aS 110v ac DevIceS. ThIS IS a vIolaTIon of The  
elecTRIcal coDe In SoMe aReaS.  
INSTALL ThE MASTER KEyS  
Solo®-4 IR Keypads are shipped with the Master Keys uninstalled. 16 Master Keys are included (8 different labels for the left side,  
8 different labels for the right side and a blank key for each side). To install the Master Keys:  
1. Remove a Master Key from the “tree”. Note the difference between the left and right side versions  
2. Insert the Master Key in the appropriate hole over the elastomer until you can feel it “click” when it is pushed in  
noTe: MaSTeR Key laBelS can Be InSTalleD whIle The KeypaD IS InSTalleD on The wall. The DecoRa InSeRT DoeS noT have To Be ReMoveD.  
ChANGING ThE KEypAd COLOR  
The standard keypad color is White. Different colors are available to replace the Decora® insert and Master Keys: A complete list of available  
1. With a small screwdriver or knife, gently pry off the top of the Decora insert (two plastic tabs hold it in place). Remove the  
bottom of the Decora insert in the same manner. The Master Keys will come off with the Decora insert.  
2. To reinstall, snap the new Decora insert in place, making certain that the buttons are seated over the elastomer.  
3. Replace the Master Keys by inserting them in the appropriate holes over the elastomer until you can feel them “click”  
when pushed in.  
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CONFIGURING ThE MULTIZONE RECEIvER  
connecTeD To The MaSTeR anD noT To The Slave. IR fRoM The  
KeypaDS connecTeD To The Slave chaSSIS wIll Be RouTeD To The  
MaSTeR chaSSIS vIa The expanSIon connecTIon poRT.  
The Niles ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver Kit is simple to configure.  
Configuration is accomplished using the front panel buttons and  
LCD display. No computer is necessary.  
noTe: The MaSTeR unIT, The Slave unIT (If applIcaBle), all SouRce  
coMponenTS, KeypaDS anD SpeaKeRS MuST Be connecTeD pRIoR To  
peRfoRMIng any of TheSe opeRaTIonS.  
ZONE LINKING  
This feature allows two or more zones to always play the same  
source at the same time. Linked zones will turn-off and turn-on to  
the same source in unison. Volume, bass and treble will remain  
independent for each zone.  
MAIN pOWER  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver has a mechanical latching main  
power switch on its front panel. The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver and  
its accessories will not work until it has been engaged. Press in the  
main power switch to the on position. It will glow white to indicate  
that it is in standby and ready to operate.  
noTe: only one Zone lInKIng gRoup May Be cReaTeD peR unIT (one  
foR The MaSTeR, one foR The Slave).  
While in the configuration mode (see above). Press the Set Key  
until [ 1234 lInKIng MaSTeR ] shows in the display.  
CONFIGURATION MOdE  
1 2 3 4  
L I N K I N G  
M A S T E R  
To enter configuration mode, power down the ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receiver(s) by disengaging the mechanical power switch for five  
seconds and then power it up again while simultaneously holding  
down the Band and Set keys. Release the Band and Set Keys when  
[ ReleaSe BuTTonS To conTInue ] appears on the display.  
A cursor will be blinking under the number “1.”  
Press the + key to toggle between the zones. The cursor blinks  
under the zone number when it is highlighted. Press the Band key  
to make a highlighted zone a linked zone. [ l ] will appear below  
that zone number.  
RELEASE BUTTONS  
TO CONTINUE  
1 2 3 4  
L
L I N K I N G  
M A S T E R  
[ MaSTeR ] will be on the display. If you have two ZR-4 Receivers,  
repeat the above step on the Slave. [ MaSTeR ] will be on both displays.  
M A S T E R  
Once you reach “4” it will toggle back to “1” on the Slave. Once you  
have reached “4” on the Slave it will toggle back to “1” on the Master.  
1234  
LIN KING  
MASTER  
MASTER/SLAvE  
L
L
On the ZR-4 that you wish to configure to be the Slave, press the  
Band key. [ MaSTeR ] will change to [ Slave ] on that unit while the  
other will remain [ MaSTeR ].  
Repeat these steps until all of the desired zones have been linked.  
To continue to the next system configuration Paging, press the  
Set key once. To save your settings and to exit the configuration  
mode, simultaneously hold down the Band and Set keys. [ ReleaSe  
BuTTonS To conTInue ] appears on the display. The ZR-4 will return  
to normal operating mode.  
S L A V E  
M A S T E R  
To continue to the next system configuration Zone Linking, press  
the Set key once. To save your settings and to exit the configuration  
mode, simultaneously hold down the Band and Set keys. [  
ReleaSe BuTTonS To conTInue ] appears on the display. The ZR-4  
will return to normal operating mode.  
RELEASE BUTTONS  
TO CONTINUE  
noTe: all exTeRnal IR oR RS-232c conTRol MuST Be MaDe To The  
MaSTeR only anD noT To The Slave. The coMManDS neceSSaRy To  
conTRol The Slave wIll Be RelayeD To IT ThRough The expanSIon  
connecTIon. all MIcRoflaSheRS foR SouRce conTRol MuST Be  
pAGING  
By default, all zones will respond to a page when it is input to the  
paging port. When a signal is detected, the selected zones will switch  
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to that input until a signal is no longer detected. The paging input will Press the + to toggle between the zones. The cursor under the  
play in all zones at the preset volume. If there are zones that the end- zone number blinks when a zone is highlighted.  
user does not desire to receive a page, follow these steps.  
Press the Band key to deselect a highlighted zone as a Party zone.  
While in the configuration mode (see above). Press the Set Key  
until [ 1234 page MaSTeR ] shows in the display. A cursor will be  
blinking under the number “1.”  
A
[ w ] will disappear below that zone number.  
Once you reach “4” it will toggle back to “1” on the Slave. Once you  
have reached “4” on the Slave it will toggle back to “1” on the Master.  
1 2 3 4  
P P P P  
P A G E  
1234  
PARTY  
M A S T E R  
W
W
M ASTER  
Press the + key to toggle between the zones to highlight a paging zone.  
The cursor under the zone number blinks when a zone is highlighted.  
Repeat these steps until all of the desired zones have been set for  
your desired Party operation.  
Press the Band key to deselect a highlighted zone as a paging zone.  
To continue to the next system configuration Page Mode On Volume,  
press the Set key once. To save your settings and to exit the  
A
[ p ] will disappear below that zone number.  
Once you reach “4” it will toggle back to “1” on the Slave. Once you  
configuration mode, simultaneously hold down the Band and Set keys.  
have reached “4” on the Slave it will toggle back to “1” on the Master. [ ReleaSe BuTTonS To conTInue ] appears on the display. The ZR-4  
will return to normal operating mode  
.
1234  
PAGE  
P
P
M ASTER  
RELEASE BUTTONS  
TO CONTINUE  
Repeat these steps until all of the desired zones have been set for  
your desired paging operation.  
pAGE MOdE vOLUME  
To continue to the next system configuration Party or Whole House  
Mode, press the Set key once. To save your settings and to exit the  
configuration mode, simultaneously hold down the Band and Set keys.  
[ ReleaSe BuTTonS To conTInue ] appears on the display. The ZR-4  
will return to normal operating mode.  
The paging volume level for all selected zones is adjustable.  
While in the configuration mode, (see above) press the Set Key  
until [ page MoDe voluMe = 60 ] shows in the display.  
PAGE M O DE  
VOL UME  
=
60  
RELEASE BUTTONS  
TO CONTINUE  
Press the + key to increase the preset volume. Press the key to  
decrease the preset volume. The factory default setting is 60.  
pARTy OR WhOLE hOUSE MOdE  
PAGE M O DE  
This feature lets the end-user press-and-hold any Master Key for  
three seconds to turn On the entire house to the same source for a  
party. It also allows for the press-and-hold of the off key to turn Off  
the entire system from one zone keypad without the need to walk  
around to every keypad to do so. By default all zones will respond  
to Party mode. If there are zones that the end-user does not want  
to turn on when a press-and-hold is initiated, follow these steps.  
VOL UME  
=
34  
The volume range is from 0 to 99. Hold the Set key 2 seconds to  
save the new page volume.  
To continue to the next system configuration Default Turn On  
Volume, press the Set key once. To save your settings and to exit  
the configuration mode, simultaneously hold down the Band and  
Set keys. [ ReleaSe BuTTonS To conTInue ] appears on the display.  
noTe: ThIS feaTuRe only DeacTIvaTeS The pReSS-anD-holD on anD noT The  
off. The off IS alwayS avaIlaBle aT any Zone RegaRDleSS of ITS SeTTIng.  
RELEASE BUTTONS  
TO CONTINUE  
While in the configuration mode, (see above) press the Set Key  
until [ 1234 paRTy MaSTeR ] shows in the display. A cursor will be  
blinking under the number “1.”  
The ZR-4 will return to normal operating mode.  
1 2 3 4  
W W W W  
P A R T Y  
M A S T E R  
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To return back to the first system configuration Master Slave, press  
the Set key 3 times. To save your settings and to exit the configuration  
mode, simultaneously hold down the Band and Set keys. [ ReleaSe  
BuTTonS To conTInue ] appears on the display. The ZR-4 will return  
to normal operating mode.  
dEFAULT TURN-ON vOLUME  
The turn-on volume level for the system is adjustable. Since the  
turn-on volume level will be the same for all zones, we suggest  
setting a comfortable listening level in the room that will be used  
most frequently, or in the smallest room.  
While in the configuration mode, (see above) press the Set Key until  
[ DefaulT TuRn on voluMe = 60 ] shows in the display.  
eRaSIng TuneR pReSeT InfoRMaTIon  
While in configuration mode, press the Set button until the display  
shows [eRaSe pReSeTS?]  
DEFAU LT TURN ON  
VOL UME  
=
60  
ERASE PRESETS?  
-/NO +/YES  
Press the + key to increase the preset volume. Press the key to  
decrease the preset volume. The factory default setting is 60.  
DEFAU LT TURN ON  
Press + to erase all 20 tuner presets stored into the ZR-4. The  
VOL UME  
=
55  
display will show [pReSeTS eRaSeD].  
The volume range is from 0 to 99. Hold Set key 2 seconds to save  
new turn-on volume.  
PRESETS ERASED  
To continue to the next system configuration Zone 4 Speakers, press  
the Set key once. To save your settings and to exit the configuration  
mode, simultaneously hold down the Band and Set keys. [ ReleaSe  
BuTTonS To conTInue ] appears on the display.The ZR-4 will return  
to normal operating mode.  
Press the button to exit and move to the next step without erasing  
any of the presets.  
To continue to the next configuration step, ReSTORing FacTORy  
DeFauLTS, press the Set button.  
RELEASE BUTTONS  
TO CONTINUE  
To save the settings and exit configuration mode, simultaneously  
hold down the Band and Set buttons. After the ZR-4 saves the  
information, [ReleaSe BuTTonS To conTInue] appears on the  
display. The ZR-4 will return to the normal operating mode.  
ZONE 4 SpEAKERS  
The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver is equipped with Zone 4 pre-amplifier  
output that enables the use of a separate outboard power amplifier.  
The ZR-4’s built-in Zone 4 amplifier is still operational but requires  
this configuration adjustment to ensure the best sound quality if  
speakers are connected to it.  
ReSToRIng The facToRy DefaulTS  
While in configuration mode, press the Set button until  
While in the configuration mode, (see above) press the Set Key until [facToRy ReSeT] appears on the display.  
[ Zone 4 SpeaKeR InSTalleD ] shows in the display.  
FACTORY RESET  
ZONE  
4
S PEAKER  
-/NO +/YES  
INSTALLED  
[ Zone 4 SpeaKeR InSTalleD ] is the default setting. If speakers are  
not connected to Zone 4’s built-in amplifier, press the Band key and  
the display will show [ Zone 4 SpeaKeR noT InSTalleD ].  
Press + to erase all configuration data. All Master/Slave, zone  
linking, paging, party mode, bass, treble, and loudness settings  
will return to the factory default. The display will show [confIRM  
eRaSe].  
ZONE  
4
S PEAKER  
NOT INSTALLED  
CONFIRM ERASE  
-/NO +/YES  
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CONFIGURING ThE ZONE  
Press the + button to confirm the erase procedure. The display will  
show [MaSTeR DefaulT ReSToReD].  
Once the desired station is displayed, press-and-hold the Set button  
(2 seconds). The display will change to [pReSeT xx Save] where XX  
is the next available open preset.  
MASTER  
DEFAULT RESTORED  
FM 93. 1  
PRESET 01 SAVE  
Press the button (at either screen) to exit and move to the next step  
without erasing any information.  
Press the + or buttons until the desired preset location is displayed  
(01 – 20). It will always stop at the first available blank preset. Press  
the + or button to overwrite any previously saved preset.  
To continue to the first configuration step, MaSTeR/SLaVe, press the  
Set button.  
To save the settings and exit configuration mode, simultaneously  
hold down the Band and Set buttons. After the ZR-4 saves the  
information, [ReleaSe BuTTonS To conTInue] appears on the  
display. The ZR-4 will return to the normal operating mode.  
FM 93. 1  
PRESET 01  
noTe: If The SelecTeD pReSeT alReaDy haS a STaTIon aSSIgneD, IT  
wIll Be oveRwRITTen anD The new STaTIon wIll now Be SToReD In  
ThaT pReSeT locaTIon.  
SETTING Up ThE AM/FM TUNER  
The built-in tuner can store up to twenty presets in any combination  
of AM or FM stations. In Master/Slave configurations, each  
tuner could store different presets providing a system total of 40.  
However, each keypad can only operate the tuner in the ZR-4  
MultiZone Receiver to which it is connected, so each zone has  
access to 20 presets.  
Press-and-hold the Set button for 2 seconds. This will save the  
station in the displayed preset location. The ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver  
will return to normal operation. The display will show the station and  
the preset.  
To SToRe pReSeTS In The TuneR:  
F M 9 4 . 9  
Press the Band button to choose between aM or fM. The display will  
show aM or fM to indicate the current band along with the current  
station [aM560].  
P R E S E T  
2
Repeat these steps until all desired stations are preset or the available  
twenty presets are filled.  
AM 560  
Presets may be erased one of two ways: by storing a new preset in  
the location; or by entering configuration mode and electing to erase  
all presets (see “erasing Tuner Preset information”).  
Press the + or button to tune to the desired station. Each press and  
release will increment the tuner frequency up or down. A press-and-  
hold initiates the seek function. The tuner will move up or down to  
the next station with a clear signal. Continuing to hold the button will  
cause the tuner to pause at any station for 3 seconds before seeking  
the next station. Releasing the button will stop the seek function and  
the tuner will remain on the last tuned station.  
F M 9 3 . 1  
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BASS AdJUSTMENT  
IR SENSOR ON/OFF  
A source should be playing through the speakers in the zone. To  
set the bass adjustment at a zone keypad press and hold the Mute  
and bottom right Master key simultaneously for three seconds. The  
bottom right Master key LED will be blinking.  
By factory default the IR sensor is set to the on position.  
To turn the keypad’s internal IR sensor on or off, simultaneously  
press-and-hold the Mute and upper right Master key for three  
seconds. The upper right Master key LED will be blinking.  
Press the volume + key to increase the bass or the volume key to  
decrease the bass.  
Press the volume + key to turn it on. Press the volume key to turn it off.  
To save your changes and exit configuration mode, simultaneously  
press-and-hold the Mute and upper right Master key for three  
seconds. The keypad will return to its previous state.  
To reset the bass to its default flat setting, press-and-hold the  
volume + and volume keys simultaneously for two seconds.  
To save your changes and exit configuration mode, simultaneously  
press and hold the Mute and bottom right Master keys for three  
seconds. The keypad will return to its previous state.  
Repeat these steps for the remaining zone keypads.  
vARIABLE LOUdNESS ON/OFF  
By factory default variable loudness is set to the Off position.  
Repeat these steps for the remaining zone keypads.  
To turn the zone’s variable loudness on or off, simultaneously press-  
and-hold the Mute and upper left Master key for three seconds. The  
upper left Master key LED will be blinking.  
TREBLE AdJUSTMENT  
A source should be playing through the speakers in the zone. To set  
the treble adjustment simultaneously press-and-hold the Mute and  
bottom left Master key on a zone’s keypad for three seconds. The  
bottom left Master key LED will be blinking.  
Press the volume + key to turn it on. Press the volume – key to turn it off.  
To save your changes and exit configuration mode, simultaneously  
press-and-hold the Mute and upper left Master key for three  
seconds. The keypad will return to its previous state.  
Press the volume + key to increase the treble or the volume key to  
decrease the treble.  
Repeat these steps for the remaining zone keypads.  
To reset the treble to its default flat setting, press-and-hold the  
volume + and volume keys simultaneously for two seconds.  
To save your changes and exit configuration mode, simultaneously  
press and hold the Mute and bottom left Master key for three  
seconds. The keypad will return to its previous state.  
Repeat these steps for the remaining zone keypads.  
ThE hANd-hELd REMOTE  
waRnIng: DISpoSe of olD BaTTeRIeS pRoMpTly anD pRopeRly. Do  
INSTALLING BATTERIES  
Your Niles R-6l hand-held learning Remote control requires 2 “AA”  
noT BuRn oR BuRy TheM.  
batteries (included).  
TO inSTaLL BaTTeRieS:  
1. Open the battery compartment cover (located on the  
back of the remote).  
BATTERy USE ANd SAFETy  
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and  
recommended type  
2. Place the “AA” batteries in the compartment and match  
the + and polarity symbols inside.  
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types  
of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or  
rechargeable batteries of different capacities  
3. Replace the cover.  
noTe: when The BaTTeRy volTage IS low, The SouRce Key leD wIll  
BlInK 5 TIMeS afTeR a KeypReSS.  
• If you do not plan to use the remote for an extended  
period, remove the batteries. They can leak chemicals  
that can destroy electronic parts  
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CONFIGURING ThE hANd-hELd REMOTE  
To be certain that the remote functions properly, all IR commands  
for source devices connected to inputs 2, 3, and 4 must be  
learned from the original device remote. A total of 42 to 75  
commands can be stored, depending on the size of the learned  
commands.  
2. Press a Source key once.  
3. Press and hold SeTuP until the Selected Source Key  
blinks twice, then release.  
4. Enter 9 9 1, then the device group number (see table  
below). The LED blinks twice.  
Commands for TV and AUX devices are implemented using  
five-digit codes to identify a complete command set for a device.  
The codes can be found in the “Manufacturer’s Codes” list  
provided. Codes implemented via the five-digit code method do  
not consume memory (and therefore do not reduce total capacity)  
used for learning codes.  
TaBLe:  
0
Cable (cable converters, video  
accessories, satellite receivers)  
1
2
3
TV (TVs)  
VCR (VCRs, DVD players )  
CONFIGURE Tv ANd AUx  
Audio (audio amplifiers, audio  
amp/tuners, CD players)  
Before proceeding, find the codes for the devices to be controlled  
in the provided list (“Manufacturer’s Codes”). Write down or  
highlight these codes for easy references, then perform the  
following steps:  
5. Aim the remote at the device and press Power Off. The  
remote sends IR codes from its library to the selected  
device, starting with the most popular code first. If the  
device responds, go to step 7.  
1. Turn on the device (for example: DVD player) and, if  
needed, load media (for example: a DVD).  
2. Press the Source key, TV, or aux on the remote that you  
6. If the device does not respond, press cH+ and the remote  
will test the next code for that device type. Continue to  
press cH+ until the device turns Off.  
wish to program.  
3. Press and hold SeTuP until the Selected Source Key blinks  
noTe: pReSS ch- To TRy The pRevIouS coDe.  
twice, then release.  
7. Now that you have found the correct code, press SeTuP  
to save the code that worked for your device. The  
Source Key LED will blink twice to indicate that the code  
has been saved. To search for other device codes, repeat  
steps 1 to 5.  
4. Enter the first five-digit code for the device and brand  
that you wish to program. The Source Key LED blinks  
once as each digit is entered. If the code is valid, the  
Source Key LED blinks twice.  
noTe: If The SouRce Key leD DoeS noT BlInK TwIce,  
RepeaT STepS 2 To 4 anD TRy enTeRIng The coDe agaIn.  
ChECKING ThE COdES  
5. Aim the remote at the device and press POWeR OFF.  
The device should turn Off. If it does not, repeat steps  
3–5, trying each code for your brand until you find one  
that works. If you cannot find a code that works, see  
SeaRcHing FOR yOuR cODe”.  
If you have set up the remote using the procedure in “SeaRchIng  
foR youR coDe”, you may need to find out which five-digit code is  
operating your equipment. For example, to find out which code is  
assigned to your TV:  
1. Press the TV Source Key once.  
6. Repeat steps 1 to 5 for the other device you want  
to control.  
2. Press and hold SeTuP until the TV Source Key LED blinks  
twice, then release  
SEARChING FOR yOUR COdE  
3. Enter 9 9 0. The TV Source LED blinks twice  
If your device does not respond to the remote after trying all codes  
listed for your brand, or if your brand is not listed, try searching for  
your code:  
4. To view the code for the first digit, press 1. Count the  
Key LED blinks (for example: three blinks = 3), and write  
down the number.  
1. Turn on the device you wish to control.  
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noTe: If a coDe DIgIT IS 0, The leD DoeS noT BlInK  
5. Enter 9 7 5. The Source Key LED blinks twice.  
noTe: If The leD DISplayS one long flaSh InSTeaD, youR  
BaTTeRIeS aRe low, oR The R-6l MeMoRy IS full. In eITheR  
caSe, The ReMoTe cannoT leaRn a new Key.  
5. Continue through five digits by pressing 2 for the second  
digit, 3 for the third, 4 for the fourth and finally 5 for the  
fifth; counting the TV Source Key LED blinks for each digit.  
6. Press the key on the Niles R-6L remote for which you wish  
to learn a command. The Source Key LED will blink rapidly  
for three seconds, indicating the remote is ready to learn.  
6. To check for other device codes, repeat steps 1—5,  
substituting the source key for the device you would like  
to check  
7. On the original device remote, press-and-hold the key  
to be learned. Continue holding the key on the original  
remote until the R-6L’s Source Key LED blinks twice.  
CONFIGURING SOURCES 2,3, ANd 4  
These source device commands are learned directly from the  
original device remotes. There are some precautions to be  
observed:  
noTe: If The SouRce Key leD DISplayS one long BlInK,  
a leaRnIng eRRoR haS occuRReD. TRy RepeaTIng ThIS  
STep agaIn unTIl a SucceSSful capTuRe IS oBTaIneD.  
If The funcTIon IS STIll noT capTuReD, pReSS anD  
holD SeTup To exIT pRogRaMMIng anD RevIew The  
leaRnIng pRecauTIonS” aBove. If neeDeD, alSo See  
“TRouBleShooTIng”. afTeR RevIew, STaRT pRogRaMMIng  
agaIn aT STep 1.  
LEARNING pRECAUTIONS  
Your original remote control device must be in working order to  
learn IR codes properly.  
• Learned keys are device specific, so each key can store a  
8. Repeat steps 6 through 7 for each key to be learned.  
Once all keys are learned, press-and-hold SeTuP until the  
Source Key LED blinks twice to save all data learned.  
unique function for each device  
• Do not use the following keys for learning: Source Keys  
or SeTuP.  
dELETING A SINGLE LEARNEd KEy  
• Learning capacity is approximately 42 to 75 keys,  
This process returns a single key to its original programming for  
the selected device only. Learned programming can also be deleted  
by teaching a different function to the key (see “pRogRaMMIng a  
leaRneD Key”).  
depending on the code being learned  
• Certain device functions cannot be learned, including  
multi-frequency types, some high frequency ones, and other  
unusual formats  
noTe: If MoRe Than 10 SeconDS paSS BeTween Key pReSSeS, The  
ReMoTe exITS pRogRaMMIng.  
• For optimum learning, avoid high levels of ambient light  
such as natural sunlight or energy-efficient fluorescent lights  
1. Press the Source Key for the device for which a learned  
key is to be deleted.  
noTe: pleaSe have youR oRIgInal ReMoTe conTRolS hanDy  
BefoRe pRogRaMMIng leaRnIng  
2. Press-and-hold SeTuP until the Source Key LED blinks  
twice, then release  
pROGRAMMING A LEARNEd KEy  
3. Enter 9 7 6. The Source Key LED blinks twice  
noTe: If MoRe Than 10 SeconDS paSS BeTween Key pReSSeS, The  
ReMoTe exITS pRogRaMMIng  
4. Press the key containing the learned function to be  
deleted twice. The Source Key LED blinks twice and the  
R-6L exits from programming mode.  
1. Place the Niles R-6L Hand-Held Learning Remote control  
head-to-head (about 2” apart) from your original  
remote control.  
dELETING ALL LEARNEd KEyS FOR A SpE-  
CIFIC dEvICE  
2. Locate the key (on your original remote control) that you  
want the R-6L to learn.  
noTe: If MoRe Than 10 SeconDS paSS BeTween Key pReSSeS, The  
ReMoTe exITS pRogRaMMIng.  
3. Press the device key for which you wish to learn IR  
commands.  
1. Press-and-hold SeTuP until a Source Key LED blinks  
twice, then release  
4. Press and hold SeTuP until the Source Key LED blinks  
twice, then release.  
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2. Press 9 7 6. The Source Key LED blinks twice  
4. Press the key to which you wish to assign a sequence.  
3. Press a Source key twice (i.e., TV. VCR/DVD, CBL/ SAT,  
etc.) to clear all the learned keys for that device. The  
Source Key LED blinks twice and the R-6L exits from  
programming mode.  
5. Enter the series of commands (Key Presets) you want the  
sequence to execute (up to 15 commands).  
6. Press and hold SeTuP until the Source Key LED blinks  
twice, then release.  
Now, when you press the sequence key, the remote sends the series  
of commands you have entered, but only if the device you selected in  
step 1 is selected. For example, you could program the sequence key  
to turn on both your TV and cable box and select a particular channel,  
but only if TV is selected. If DVD is selected, this key does not execute  
the sequence you set up for the TV. To clear the sequence, repeat  
steps 1-6 above, but do not enter a series of commands at step 5.  
RESTORING ALL KEy FUNCTIONS TO  
FACTORy SETTINGS  
1. Press and hold SeTuP until a Source Key LED blinks  
twice, then release.  
2. Enter 9 8 0. The LED blinks four times.  
3. Press and hold SeTuP until the red LED blinks twice,  
OpERATING ThE ZR-4 MULTIZONE RECEIvER  
pLAy ThE AM/FM TUNER  
then release.  
pROGRAMMING A SEqUENCE  
1. Press the Tuner key on any zone Keypad or the R-6L  
Remote Control and the zone will turn on to the preset  
start volume as well as the last selected station.  
Your Niles R-6l hand-held learning Remote control includes  
the ability to program any key (other than the SeTup key) with  
a Sequence function. Each key can be set up to perform a pre-  
programmed set of sequential commands with the press of one  
key. A sequence can be used to control a home theater operation,  
to set a favorite channel, or for other multiple functions you would  
like to control with one key press. Moreover, each Key can hold a  
sequence of up to 15 commands.  
2. The 12V out on the rear panel of the ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receiver and the Keypad in that zone will become active.  
3. Pressing the Tuner button will toggle through the preset  
stations in the ZR-4’s memory. If no presets are stored  
then the tuner will scan to the next station.  
4. Additional control over the tuner’s functions is available  
using the R-6L Remote Control.  
NOTE: PrOgrAmmINg A NEw SEqUENCE OvEr AN EXISTINg ONE ErASES  
ThE OrIgINAL SEqUENCE.  
5. Volume + and Volume – will raise and lower the level of  
sound in the zone.  
pROGRAMMING A dEvICE-dEpENdENT  
SEqUENCE  
6. Pressing the Off key will turn off the zone. The 12V  
output on the keypad become inactive. The 12V output  
on the rear panel becomes inactive if all other zones  
are off.  
1. Press a Source key.  
2. Press and hold SeTuP until the Source key LED blinks  
twice, then release.  
3. Press 9 7 8. The Source key LED blinks twice.  
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OpERATING ThE ZR-4 MULTIZONE RECEIvER  
pLAy SOURCES 2-4  
pARTy MOdE  
1. Pressing any of these source keys will turn on the zone  
and allow you to listen to the source connected to that  
input at the preset start volume.  
1. Pressing-and-holding any of the Source Keys on a  
Keypad for 3 seconds will initiate the Party Mode. This  
feature turns all enabled zones on to that source at the  
programmed party volume level. If the zone is already on,  
no volume level change will take place. Volume control,  
bass and treble are still independent in each zone.  
2. Additional control over the source’s functions is available  
using the R-6L Remote Control.  
3. The 12V out on the rear panel of the ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receiver and the Keypad will become active.  
2. The 12V out on the rear panel of the ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receiver and the enabled Keypads will become active.  
4. Pressing the Off key will turn off the zone. The 12V  
output on the rear panel becomes inactive if all other  
zones are off.  
3. Pressing and holding the Off button for 3 seconds in  
any zone will turn off all zones. All 12V outputs become  
inactive.  
TROUBLEShOOTING  
pRoBleM:  
pRoBleM:  
1. front panel DISplay blinks: TheRMal waRnIng.  
If the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver has an inappropriate speaker  
impedance load or inadequate ventilation, the system will continue  
to work, but with a warning that a fault needs to be corrected.  
Other fault indicators include: blinking front panel zone LED(s)  
corresponding to the faulted zone(s) and blinking source and mute  
keys on the keypads.  
3a. no sound from both channels (one or More Zones).  
front panel DISplay blinks: Zone (x) lSpKR ShoRT or Zone (x)  
RSpKR ShoRT.  
3b. Sound from only one channel (one or More Zones).  
front panel DISplay blinks: Zone (x) lSpKR oK or Zone (x) RSpKR  
ShoRT.  
If a speaker wire has a short circuit, the shorted channel(s) of the  
ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver will shut down. Other fault indicators  
include: blinking front panel zone LED(s) corresponding to the  
faulted zone(s) and blinking source and mute keys on the keypads.  
SoluTIon:  
• Check that the speaker impedance in all zones is not below 4  
ohms per channel. If four speakers are to be connected in a  
zone, they must be 8 ohm speakers connected in parallel.  
• Check to make sure there is adequate space (see page 14)  
above the ventilation holes on the top of the ZR-4 MultiZone  
Receiver. A Niles FM-1 (FG01215) or FM-1R (FG01214) System  
Cooling Module may be necessary in installations where  
ventilation is limited.  
SoluTIon:  
• Turn the entire system off using the main power switch on the  
front of the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver.  
• Check for shorts and repair/ replace the speaker wire.  
• Turn the system on using the main power switch.  
pRoBleM:  
4. no sound (one or More Zones).  
pRoBleM:  
2. no sound (all Zones).  
front panel DISplay blinks: aMplIfIeR faIluRe.  
The output chip has acted to protect itself from potential damage.  
Other fault indicators include: blinking front panel zone LED(s) and  
blinking source and mute keys on the keypads.  
front panel DISplay blinks: TheRMal pRoTecTIon.  
If the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver has an inappropriate speaker  
impedance load or inadequate ventilation, eventually the entire  
system will turn off. Other fault indicators include: a blinking  
front panel zone LED(s) corresponding to the faulted zone(s) and  
blinking source and mute keys on the keypads.  
SoluTIon:  
• Call Niles Tech Support  
pRoBleM:  
SoluTIon:  
5. no sound (all Zones).  
• Check that the speaker impedance in all zones is not below 4  
ohms per channel. If four speakers are to be connected in a  
zone, they must be 8 ohm speakers connected in parallel.  
• Check to make sure there is plenty of space above the ventilation  
holes on the top of the ZR-4 MultiZone Receiver. A Niles FM-1  
(FG01215) or FM-1R (FG01214) System Cooling Module may be  
necessary in installations where ventilation is limited.  
front panel DISplay blinks: poweR faIluRe.  
The output chip has acted to protect itself from potential damage.  
Other fault indicators include: a blinking front panel zone LEDs and  
blinking source and mute keys on the keypads.  
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TROUBLEShOOTING continued  
SoluTIon:  
SoluTIon:  
• Call Niles Tech Support  
• The infrared MicroFlasher® is not connected properly to the  
back of the receiver  
pRoBleM:  
6. poor or no radio reception  
• The infrared MicroFlasher® is not affixed properly to the  
controlled component  
SoluTIon:  
• The batteries in the hand-held remote control are dead  
• The IR Sensor is turned off (see page 22)  
• Check the receiver’s back panel to see if the FM dipole and AM  
loop antennas are connected. It may be necessary to reposition  
them to optimize reception.  
pRoBleM:  
9. a Zone does not turn on when in the party Mode  
pRoBleM:  
7. Keypad does not function  
SoluTIon:  
• Check the system configuration settings for PaRTy OR WHOLe  
HOuSe MODe (page 19)  
SoluTIon:  
• Make sure that the CAT-5 cable is terminated using T568A  
wiring convention.  
(See Figure 2)  
pRoBleM:  
10. a Zone does not turn on when in the paging Mode  
• Check that the RJ-45 connector is firmly seated in the back of  
the keypad  
SoluTIon:  
• Check the system configuration settings for Paging  
(page 19)  
pRoBleM:  
8. no source control  
hANd-hELd REMOTE CONTROL TROUBLEShOOTING  
pRoBleM:  
SoluTIon:  
1. leD does not blink when you press a key.  
• Try all listed codes for the device. Make sure the device  
operates with an infrared remote control  
SoluTIon:  
• Try pressing different keys. Replace the batteries with 2 new  
AA batteries  
pRoBleM:  
5. ch+, ch-, and laST do not work for your Rca Tv.  
pRoBleM:  
SoluTIon:  
2. leD blinks when you press a key, but device does not respond.  
• Due to RCA design from 1983 to 1987, only the original remote  
control will operate these functions  
SoluTIon:  
• Make sure the remote is aimed at your device and is not more  
than 40 feet away  
pRoBleM:  
6. channels do not change properly when directly entering digits to  
change channels.  
pRoBleM:  
3. leD blinks one long blink while in SeTup mode.  
SoluTIon:  
• If the original remote control required you to press Enter to  
change channels, press Enter on this remote after entering  
the channel number  
SoluTIon:  
• An entry error has occurred (for example, wrong key). Try  
entering the sequence again  
pRoBleM:  
4. Remote does not control devices or commands are not working  
properly.  
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SpECIFICATIONS  
COnTrOL InTerFACeS  
TUNER SECTION  
Keypad connector ports  
FM Tuner  
(4) RJ-45 Jacks  
frequency Range:  
87.5 – 108 MHz  
12v control output  
3.5mm female tip-positive  
AM Tuner  
IR control Input  
3.5mm female tip-positive  
frequency Range:  
530-1710 kHz  
flasher outputs (2-4)  
(3) 3.5mm female tip-positive (30mA peak)  
If Rejection: >= 40dB  
Image Rejection: >= 30dB  
flasher output hp  
Selectivity:  
>= 20dB (+/- 20KHz)  
3.5mm female tip-positive (1A peak)  
RS-232c  
3.5mm female tip-positive  
usable Sensitivity:  
<= 63dBu (S/N = 20dB)  
expansion port  
RJ-45  
S/n Ratio: >= 42dB  
GenerAL  
AMPLIFIer SeCTIOn  
power Supply:  
power output:  
110V, 60 Hz  
20 watts per channel RMS at 8 ohms, from 20Hz to 20kHz with no more  
than 0.2% THD any zone driven  
power consumption:  
200 Watts  
frequency Response:  
20Hz to 20kHz +0db/-3dB  
Dimensions:  
17" wide x 1.75" high x 13" deep (43.2cm wide x 4.4cm high x 33cm deep)  
Signal to noise Ratio: 102dB  
weight: 15 lbs, 6.8 kg  
TOne ADJuSTMenTS  
Treble (@10khz):  
+12dB/-12dB  
reMOTe COnTrOL  
Transmitter: Infrared  
Bass (@50hz)  
+12dB/-12dB  
Signal Range:  
Approximately 15-30 Feet (5m-10m)  
variable loudness:  
Automatic  
power Supply  
Two “AA” batteries (1.5Vx 2)  
AuDIO InPuTS  
connectors:  
Three pairs of stereo line-level analog inputs with gold-plated female  
RCA connectors  
Input Impedance:  
~10K ohms  
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