Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Amplifier with AM/FM and iPod connect

Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Amplifier

The ZR-6 Amplifier from Niles features a built-in AM/FM tuner and iPod Integration. Simply add your choice of Keypad Type, iPod dock and additional Music Sources. The ZR-6 will allow for distribution of six sources to six rooms (Expand by adding additional amplifiers). Each of the rooms can pick any of the six sources at the same time.

By adding the Solo-6 Keypad - You can now view view and change iPod songs or play lists and AM/FM channels. You can mix and match keypads depending on the room type... Place the Solo-6 keypad in your main living areas while using a lower-cost keypad in bedrooms.

Features:

• Distributes Up To Six Sources To Six Zones To Create A Whole-house Audio System
• Plug-and-play IPod Integration Provides Simplified Connection And Operation,including Metadata With The Solo-6 MD Keypad, Of This Popular Music Source
• Built-in AM/FM Tuner With 20 Preset Stations For Each Band Provides Out-of-the-boxradio Operation And Eliminates The Need For An Additional Component, Connections,and Programming
• Five External Audio Inputs Provide Connections For Both Audio And Sync
• Built-in 12-channel Digital Amplifier Delivers 50 Watts Per Zone (25 Watts Per Channel) To Each Of The Six Zones
• Integrates Easily With Niles VS-6 Component Video Switcher To Create A Distributed Audio/video System
• RS-232 And Discrete IR Control For Each Of The Six Zones Provides Seamless Integrationwith External Remote Control Systems
• IR Storage Includes Two Library Pages For Accessing Secondary System Commands Such As Lighting, Drapery, Including The Commands For The VS-6 Component Video Switcher
• System Configuration Via Front Panel Controls And Display For Quick And Intuitive System Set Up (programs Five Additional Sources In Under 15 Minutes)
• Front Panel RS-232 Connection Enables System Programming Restoration And Backup Via PC
• Preamplifier Outputs For Zones 4, 5, And 6 Make It Easy To Add Additional Power With Niles Systems Integration Amplifiers
• Six IR Flasher Outputs (one Is Global And 2 Through 6 Are Source Specific)
• A Fifth Audio Input Is Available If An IPod Is Not Connected
• Four 12V Control Outputs For Voltage Triggers (1 Is Global, And 4, 5, And 6 Are Zone Specific)
• Paging Input Accommodates Voice Announcements From A Telephone System And/or Doorbell Tones From The Optional Niles DBI-1 Interface
• Ndependent Bass, Treble, And Variable Loudness Tone Controls Enable The Customization Of Each Zone To Optimize Performance
• Rugged, 2u Aluminum Front Panel And Included Mounting Ears Make Rack Mounting Secure While Taking Up Minimal Space
• System Architecture Expands To 18 Zones Via Two Additional ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers
• The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver Supports Up To Three Keypads In Each Zone, Ideal For Large Rooms (keypads Sold Separately; Requires ZR-Ke Keypad Expander)
• Zone Linking Enables The ZR-6 MultiZone Receiver To Permanently Group Up To Six Zones Per Chassis: Turn-on, Source Selection, And Turn-off All Work In Unison, Yet Each Zone Has Independent Volume, Bass, Treble, Variable Loudness Control And Paging
• Phantom Home Theater Zone Enables Source Sharing With Independent Home Theater System Via Global IR Input
• Gold-plated RCA Audio Jacks
• Removable Speaker Connectors Accommodate Up To 14-gauge Wire
• 75 Ohm FM Antenna Connection, 300 Ohm AM Antenna Connection AM And FM Antennas Included)
• RJ-45 Keypad Connections Use T-568A CAT-5 Termination
• Removable Two-wire IeC Power Cord
• Field Upgradeable Firmware Via RS-232 Connection

Specifications:

• Safety Certifications: CSA-E65 Listed, Tested Under UL6500 Standards (pending)
• Dimensions: 17 1/4" W X 4" H X 15" D Including
• 2U Rack Height
• 2 Year Warranty 

 

Difficulty:

Moderate: Requires some experience with electrical wiring and programming.

Install Time:
60 Min for Main Unit
45 Min for Each Room

What You'll Need:

• Screwdriver
• Hammer
• Single Gang Boxes
• Wire Stripper
• Sheetrock Saw
• RJ45 Crimp Tool

 

Product Manuals:

• Installation Manual
• Specification Sheet
• Product Brochure
• System Design Guide
• Keypad Installation Manual

Basic Installation Steps

Step 1: Pre-Wire The House;

1. Run a Cat5 Wire from the ZR-6 Location to each Keypad Location. (Lable each Wire for room and Zone location)
2. Mount a Single-Gang Electircal box at each Keypad Location.
3. Run a 2 conductor speaker wire (14 or 16 gauge) from theZR-6 to each speaker Location. (Lable each Wire for room and Zone location)
4. Install the optional Pre-Construction speaker bracket

Step 2: Install ZR-6 Amplifier

1. Install theZR-6 Amplifier in a well ventelated area
2. Install the Music Sources near the ZR-6 (CD, Cable Box, iPod...)
3. Terminate the Cat5 cables with an RJ45 connector using the T568A scheme
4. Strip 1/4" of insulation from the end of each speaker wire. Tightly twist the end of each wire until no frayed ends remain.
5. Connect Speaker wire to the ZR-6 using pre-labled wires per zone. Use common color scheme of R +- and L+-

Step 3: Install Zone Keypads

1. Terminate the Cat5 cables with an RJ45 connector using the T568A scheme
2. Connect the Keypad to the Cat5 Cable
3. Install the Keypad into the electrical box and install the cover plate.

Step 4: Install Speakers

1. Strip 1/4" of insulation from the end of each speaker wire. Tightly twist the end of each wire until no frayed ends remain.
2. Connect speaker wire Use common color scheme of R +- and L+- as used on Amplifier.
3. Install into Ceiling Cut-out Bracket or Pre-Cut Hole.
4. Install Speaker Grilles

Step 5: Program ZR-6 Amplifier

1. Programming done using controls on front panel.
2. Follow Instruction manual to setup zone names and pre-set channels.

* These installation steps are written by our technicians and are designed to give customers a basic knowledge of the install process. We are not responsible for any installation problems that may result from any grammatical or informational errors. When installing always refer to the manufacturers' installation manual.

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System Expansion:

Expand to up to 18 Rooms

• Add up to 3 Niles ZR-6 Amplifiers
• Add Niles ZR-6 Keypads
• Add 1 Pair of Speakers per Room

Example System Diagram

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