VCS-2D VCS-2D
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1. VCS 2D PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL R NILES MSD Premium Stereo Volume Control TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Features and Benefits Installation Considerations 3 Installation 8 Operation 10 Specifications 10 M WERSU M STEREO VOLUME CONTROL Introduction The VCS 2D is a wall mount Decora style speaker volume control It connects between the speaker level output of an amplifier speaker selector etc and a pair of speakers A perfect application for the VCS 2D is adjusting the volume of remotely located speakers The VCS 2D adjusts the volume of speakers connected to it by attenuating the amplifier signal Niles volume controls use autoformers instead of L pads for the volume controlling element This assures minimal internal power dissipation with virtually no power wasted as heat Features and Benefits The VCS 2D offers a number of improvements over other volume controls Interchangeable Decora style inserts for fast easy color change Inserts and knobs sold separately are available in a variety of colors e The VCS 2D uses a 12 position control which is superior to 10 position designs You get a broader range of adjust ment there are 10 steps of attenuation instead of 8 PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL Steps 11 6 attenuate 3 dB per step steps 5 2 are 6 dB per step Step 12 is full on and step 1 is full off Greater dynamic range you get 42 dB of tot2. running speaker wires inside walls most states and munici palities in the U S specify that you must use a special type of speaker wire Usually the reguirement is that the wire has a specific CL fire rating such as CL 2 or CL 3 Consult your Niles dealer building contractor or local building and inspection department if unsure about which type of wire is best for your application VCS 2D Mounting Location Convenient mounting locations for the VCS 2D are Tech Tip Wire size is expressed by it s AWG American Wire Gauge number The lower the AWG number the larger the wire i e 12 AWG wire is physically larger than 14 AWG PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL Figure 1 Removing the Knob Near entryways or exits Near a desk e At your bedside e Close to a telephone e Near other wall controls see caution next below DO NOT INSTALL THE VCS 2D INTO ELECTRICAL BOXES WITH 110 VOLT DEVICES Some states or municipalities allow devices such as the VCS 2D to be installed into the same electrical box as 110 volt devices provided a low voltage partition is used between the devices We do not recommend this Speaker wires can act as an antenna for electrical noise Locating speaker wires too close to a light switch or dimmer may cause a popping or buzzing sound to be heard through the speakers If you must locate the VCS 2D near electrical devices install it in a separate metal ele
3. speaker pair you wish to play Set it to the ON position 4 Turn on the amplifier or receiver and select a source such asthe tuner or CD player 5 Slowly turn up the amplifier or receiver volume and set it to a comfortable not maximum listening level Be careful not to overdrive or clip your amplifier If the sound becomes muddy or distorted you have reached the limit of your amplifier s volume capability and should quickly reduce the volume to avoid damaging your speakers 6 Adjust the volume of the speakers to the desired listening level using the VCS 2D If all the speaker pairs in your sys tem are eguipped with Niles volume controls you can leave the amplifier or receiver volume set at one position and use the Niles controls exclusively 7 You can tum off the speakers by tuming the knob on the VCS 2D fully counter clockwise or by pressing the ON OFF button on your speaker selector SPECIFICATIONS Audio Power Handling 60 Watts channel peak music power Mounting In wall fits into most 18 cu inch single gang electrical boxes at least 2 3 4 deep Decora style faceplate Wiring Reguirements Individual runs of 2 conductor speaker wire 14 22 gauge Unit Dimensions 15 8 wide x 25 8 high Face Plate Dimensions Decora wall plate 2 3 4 wide x 412 high Depth Behind Plate 2 9 16 NILES s Niles Audio Corporation www nilesaudio com 12331 S W 130 Street Miami Florida 33186 Tel
4. strip 14 of insulation from the end of each wire Tightly twist the end of each wire until there are no frayed ends Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the removable connector blocks secure the wiring to the con nectors by tightening the small connector screws Be cer tain that proper phasing is observed connect the positive terminals on the VCS 2D to the positive terminals on the amplifier and speakers the negative terminals on the VCS 2D to the negative terminals on the amplifier and speakers See Figures 3 and 4 4 Plug the connectors into the VCS 2D as shown in Figure 5 on next page The inputs of the VCS 2D are the connector pins labeled AMPLIRER The outputs are the connector pins labeled SPEAKERS Be sure not to reverse these connections or the VCS 2D will not function properly Figure 3 Wiring the Connectors Receiver I o Amplifier Input NYM vcs 2D al aeo A To Speakers Output Speakers Figure 4 Wiring Diagram PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL Figure 5 Installing the Connectors Figure 6 Loosening the Screws for a Flush Fit 5 Secure the VCS 2D to the electrical box or p ring Insert the 114 long device screws into the oblong shaped screw ho
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6. al attenua tion instead of the typical 20 or 30 dB POP FREE switching between all steps e 100 tested electronically and acoustically for frequency response distortion and power handling e The connectors on the VCS 2D are removable and accommodate up to 14 gauge speaker wire The connectors simplify your installation e The speaker wires are easier to attach no heavy control to hold onto e The control may be removed without disconnecting any wiring e Wire Guard barriers between each connector terminal reduce the chance of a short circuit Mounting depth of only 2 9 16 Fits into standard 18 cu in 1 gang electrical boxes Printed circuit board construction uses no hand wiring assuring high reliability PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL TOOLS REOUIRED No 2 Phillips Screwdriver 1 8 Standard Slotted Screwdriver 1 4 Standard Slotted Screwdriver Wire Stripper e Isolated left and right channel grounds make it safe for use with any amplifier e May be used with 4 6 or 8 ohm speaker systems Ideal for both home and commercial sound installations Only screwdriver and wire stripper required for installation Power handling 60 watts channel peak music power Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz 1 2 dB e Available colors White Bone Almond or Black Ten year parts and labor warranty Proudly made in the USA Installation Considerations The VCS 2D is a Decora st
7. bs on the top Snap the insert into place by carefully pressing on the front of the insert 5 Locate the new knob Place the new knob onto the shaft and align it to the same position as the old one Secure the knob to the shaft by tightening the two set screws on the side of the knob Holding the VCS 2D as shown in Figure 1 check the alignment of the knob by tuming it through all positions Figure 2 Removing the Decora style Insert TECH TIP Do not exert excessive pressure on the plastic mounting tabs PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL a Electrical Box b Speaker Wire c VCS 2D Volume Control supplied d Snap on Color Insert supplied e Knob supplied f Device Screws 2 supplied g Decora Wallplate supplied h Faceplate Screws 2 supplied ed PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL Installation If vou are installing the VCS 2D into an existing wall take time to consider any possible obstructions which may be hidden inside the wall such as wood and metal studs elec trical telephone or other types of wiring plumbing con duit old wall safes etc L Install the electrical box or p ring in the usual manner 2 Run all the necessary wiring to the VCS 2D Label the wires for future reference 3 Make the connections to the VCS 2D Locate the con nectors for the VCS 2D remove them if they are plugged in Next
8. ctrical box ground the box to the electrical system ground and route the speaker wires several feet away from the electrical wiring Changing the Color of the VCS 2D The Decora style insert and knob on the VCS 2D are removable allowing fast and easy color changes as needed Inserts and knobs are available in a variety of colors If you need to change the color of the VCS 2D PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL 1 Obtain the VCS 2D knob and Decora style insert in the desired color from your Niles dealer 2 Holding the VCS 2D control as shown in Figure 1 make sure that the knob is turned completely counter clockwise to the off position Note the current position of the knob this will ensure that you install the new knob in the same position as the old one Next using a 5 64 allen wrench driver locate the two set screws on the side of the knob and carefully loosen both screws until the knob may be removed It is not necessary to completely remove the screws from the knob 3 Next holding the control as shown in Figure 2 locate the two plastic mounting tabs at the top rear of the Decora style insert Using two fingers simultaneously press both tabs down towards the center of the insert and forward away from you until the insert pops free from its mount ing slots 4 Locate the new Decora style insert Hold the control so that it is facing you Insert the two bottom tabs into the bottom slots first followed by the two ta
9. les on the top and bottom of the VCS 2D Note that the oblong shape of the screw holes allow you to position the VCS 2D so that it is vertical Position the VCS 2D so that the screws are aligned with the threaded holes in the electrical box or p ring Tighten the screws using a phillips screwdriv er DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN In some instances you may need to loosen these screws several tums to allow the VCS 2D to fit flush with the Decora cover plate See Figure 6 6 Use the shorter plate screws to fasten the Decora faceplate to the VCS 2D DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE PLATE SCREWS OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE FACEPLATE Line up all the screws in the same direction for a finished look NOTE Certain old work or retro fit boxes such as the Carlon B225R have a plastic lip which interferes with the Decora faceplate screws This lip prevents you from being able to tighten these screws completely To make the dear ance necessary for these screws you must remove the parts of the lip causing the interference There are two ways to accomplish this L Drill through the lip of the box at the screw points 2 Cut notches into the lip with a pair of diagonal cutters PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL Operation 1 Make sure the amplifier or receiver power is OFF and set the volume to minimum 2 Set the VCS 2D volume to maximum fully clockwise 3 If you are using a Niles speaker selection system locate the ON OFF button which corresponds to the
10. yle module and is designed to use standard Decora style faceplates and mounting hardware Decora faceplates up to 6 gang with color matched plate screws are available from your Niles dealer P Rings and Electrical Boxes The mounting depth of the VCS 2D is 2 9 16 When installed the unit extends 2 1 16 behind the sheetrock wall assuming 1 2 sheetrock For installation you must choose between a standard light switch plaster ring p ring or a standard 18 cu in or larger electrical box Suitable p rings Only required if changing color of unit PREMIUM STEREO VOLUME CONTROL and electrical boxes are available from your Niles dealer or local electrical supply company Using the p ring is best because it gives you unobstructed access to the full depth of the wall In some instances the use of a p ring may be inappropriate such as in a retro fit existing installation or when building codes reguire that wall devices be enclosed in electrical boxes Contact your local building code and inspection department if unsure Type of Speaker Wire For most applications we recommend you use 16 or 18 gauge stranded copper speaker wire for the VCS 2D con nections For wiring runs longer than 80 feet 14 gauge wire is recommended Using speaker wire larger than 14 gauge for the VCS 2D connections is not recommended the wire may not fit into the connectors Never use solid core aluminum or Romex type wire with the VCS 2D When
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