INTRODUCTION
ELAN’s VSE100 is an electronic 12 step stereo Volume Control with Variable
Impedance Match settings of 1X, 2X, and 4X designed for use with ampli-
fiers of up to 100 Watts output. The VSE100 features an IR receiver which
passes IR data to other sources as well as accepting IR information from
remote controls or other IR devices. The VSE100 also features an IR input
so that external controllers (Z
Pad
®
Keypads, VIA!
®
Color LCD Touchpanels,
etc.) can be hard wired to this device without using an IR emitter.
Additionally, the VSE100 features ELAN’s patented Page/Doorbell Override
to work with ELAN communication equipment. Impedance Match adjust-
ments allow multiple pairs of speakers to be connected to the same amplifi-
er channels without damaging the amplifier.
FEATURES
High-Power Capability:
Handles up to 100 Watts RMS.
Override:
Allows Page/Doorbell signals to override the music at a preset
level even with volume turned all the way down or with the VSE100 in Mute
.
Impedance Matching:
Allows multiple speaker pairs to be connected
to a single pair of amplifier channels.
IR In/Out:
A built-in IR receiver allows the VSE100 to be controlled from,
universal remotes, keypads, VIA! Color LCD Touch Screen, or outboard IR
receiver. IR can be sent to the VSE100 using an IR emitter or through the
RJ45 jack on the rear of the unit. IR can be sent from the IR output to
source equipment, IR distribution networks or whole-house controllers.
SENSE:
Detects absence or presence of voltage. When voltage is absent,
the VSE100 goes into Mute. The presence of voltage DOES NOT un-mute
the VSE100, however. A physical button press is required to un-Mute this
device. This allows the system or zone to be turned on without all of the
VSE100s in the system playing audio. Each VSE100 will turn on when the
Zone or System turns on, but they will all be in Mute. When connecting to
ELAN S or HD systems, the SENSE feature can be used for either zone-spe-
cific or system-wide detection. ELAN Z systems provide system On/Off
detection only.
ROUGH-IN
The VSE100 fits into most 18 cu. in. rough-in boxes and P-rings. P-rings
allow the best access and depth and should be used where local building
codes allow. DO NOT install the VSE100 in the same electrical box as high-
voltage (110VAC) devices such as dimmers, light switches, etc. as these
devices will cause harmful interference and create buzzing, humming, or
other audio interference. Close proximity to high-voltage devices can also
cause undesired IR operation.
Like any IR device, the VSE100’s IR receiver is susceptible to interference
from ambient light, sunlight, or plasma television radiation. Please do not
mount the unit in locations susceptible to these conditions.
NOTE: The VSE100 is not warranted for outdoor installation.
WIRING
Speaker wire and CAT5 cable should be run from the main equipment loca-
tion where the system’s amplifier is located to the mounting location for
each VSE100. The speaker terminals on this unit will accommodate 14 to 24
AWG stranded copper speaker wire. Runs that exceed 150 feet should use
heavier gauge wire, but 16 or 18 AWG is usually sufficient. Check local
building codes for specific guidelines regarding in-wall wire runs. CAT5
cable is required when installing this unit to provide Power, Override, Sense,
IR In, and IR Out. This unit must be connected to power in order to function.
RJ45 CONNECTIONS
1
. Use ELAN C45P pre-terminated RJ45 cables or crimp your own
using the ELAN standard color code and pin-out.
2
. Consult the following diagrams for specific CAT5 wiring requirements
for stand-alone or ELAN system operation.
3
. Once proper connections are made at the head-end, plug the RJ45
connector into the jack on the rear of the VSE100.
4
. Install the unit in the wall using the provided screws. Be careful not to
place tension on the CAT5 cable.
5
. Test and adjust.
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
1
. Verify that the amplifier is powered down. Do not connect the RJ45
conector of the VSE100 at this point.
2
. Strip back 1/4” of the insulation from each conductor of the speaker
wire. Twist and verifythat there are no frayed ends.
3
. Remove the AMPLIFIER and SPEAKER connectors from the volume
control. Connect the L+, L-, R+, R- conductors from the amplifier to
the appropriate terminal on the AMPLIFIER connector. Make sure to
maintain /- polarity!
4
. Connect the wires from the speakers to the appropriate terminals on
the SPEAKER connetor, again ensuring /- polarity.
5
. Replace the AMPLIFIER and SPEAKER connectors.
Blue
Wh/Blue
Orange
Wh/Orange
Green
Wh/Green
Brown
Wh/Brown
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TAB
FRONT
CABLE
STANDARD ELAN RJ45 PINOUT
Blue
Blue/Wh
Orange
Orange/Wh
Green
Green/Wh
Brown
Brown/Wh
Override
IR Out
IR In
N/C
N/C
+12VDC
Ground
Sense
VSE100 PIN ASSIGNMENT
RJ45
AMPLIFIER
SPEAKER
L+ L-
R- R+
L+ L-
R- R+
TO SPEAKERS
FROM AMPLIFIER
CAT-5
DO NOT REVERSE AMPLIFIER AND SPEAKER CONNECTIONS!!
1
SENSE CONNECTIONS
If the SENSE feature is being used, the VSE100 will Mute when voltage is
absent but does not Un-Mute when voltage is present. The VSE100 will turn
on in a Muted state This allows the system or zone to be turned on without
the VSE100(s) playing audio. Stand-alone applications can simply use a
power supply plugged into to a switched outlet and connected to the SENSE
wire (Br/White) and Ground (Brown.) When connecting to an ELAN S6 or HD
system, either zone-specific or system-wide sensing is possible. ELAN Z
systems will provide system ON/OFF only.
STAND-ALONE
ELAN S6
ELAN Z
ELAN HD
CONFIGURING OVERRIDE VOLUME LEVEL
1
. Use the VOLUME UP/DOWN buttons to find a suitable level for the
Page and Doorbell Override signal.
2
. Press and hold the MUTE button. While continuing to press the MUTE
button, press and hold the VOLUME UP button.
3
. When the POWER SENSE LED starts to blink, the OVERRIDE level is set.
OPERATION
1
.
NINE WAYS TO TURN THE VSE100 ON
(The VSE100 Volume level LEDs
are OFF.)
a. Press the MUTE button on the VSE100.
b. Press ON on the supplied remote.
c. Issue any ELAN Source Select IR command.
NOTE:
When the VSE100 is turned ON using any of the above methods, the
Volume level is restored to the last setting before the VSE100 was
turned OFF.
d. Press the VOLUME UP button on the VSE100.
e. Press VOLUME UP on the supplied remote.
f. Issue any ELAN VOLUME UP IR command.
NOTE:
When the VSE100 is turned ON using any of the above methods, the
Volume level is restored to the last setting before the VSE100 was
OFF but no higher than the OVERRIDE Volume level setting.
g. Press the VOLUME DOWN button on the VSE100
h. Press VOLUME DOWN on the supplied remote.
i. Issue any ELAN VOLUME DOWN command.
NOTE:
When the VSE100 is turned ON using any of the above methods, the
Volume level is set to the lowest audible level.
2
.
THREE WAYS TO TURN THE VSE100 OFF
(The VSE100 Volume level
LEDs are ON.)
a. Press the MUTE button on the VSE100.
b. Press OFF button on the supplied remote.
c. Issue any ELAN SYSTEM OFF command.
Blue
Wh/Blue
Orange
Wh/Orange
Green
Wh/Green
Brown
Wh/Brown
+
-
TO SWITCHED
OUTLET
TO
VSE100
12VDC
1 AMP
REGULATED
POWER SUPPLY
Blue
Wh/Blue
Orange
Wh/Orange
Green
Wh/Green
Brown
Wh/Brown
TO
VSE100
TO S6 ZONE TRIGGER OUT
OR SYSTEM TRIGGER OUT
TIP=(+) RING=(-)
Blue
Wh/Blue
Orange
Wh/Orange
Green
Wh/Green
Brown
Wh/Brown
TO
VSE100
TO Z630 REMOTE OUT
TIP=(+) RING=(-)
Blue
Wh/Blue
Orange
Wh/Orange
Green
Wh/Green
Brown
Wh/Brown
+
-
TO HDC2000
SWITCHED
OUTLET
TO
VSE100
12VDC
1 AMP
REGULATED
POWER SUPPLY
Blue
Wh/Blue
Orange
Wh/Orange
Green
Wh/Green
Brown
Wh/Brown
TO
VSE100
TO HDC2010 DUAL
ZONE CARD "RELAY" PORT
TIP=(+) RING=(-)
OR
MUTE
ON
OFF
ELECTRONIC VOLUME
CONTROL REMOTE
ELAN
VOLUME
UP
VOLUME
DOWN
MUTE
ON/OFF
IR
RECEIVER
UN-MUTE
MUTE
POWER/IR
ACTIVITY
LED
VOLUME
LEVEL
LEDS (12)
VSE100 REMOTE CONTROL
(MODEL EVCR)
NOTE: HDC2010 Jumpers
must be set correctly
5
3
.
THREE WAYS TO CONTROL VOLUME USING THE VSE100
a. Press VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN buttons on the VSE100.
b. Press VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN buttons on an ELAN remote
control.
c. Issue any ELAN VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN command.
NOTE:
The VSE100 will respond to any ELAN VOLUME UP/DOWN commands
found in the VIA!
®
TOOLS IR Library, EVCR remote, and
other ELAN remotes (Z030 and EVCR.) The EVCR remote
can be used to teach other learning remotes when necessary.
Remember, ELAN VOLUME UP/DOWN commands will control the
VSE100, but the VSE100 VOLUME UP/DOWN commands will NOT
control other ELAN equipment.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF VSE100s PER
ELAN SYSTEM CONTROLLER
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Rating--Nominal................................. 100 Watts RMS per Channel
Frequency Response..................................... 20-20KHz +/- 0.5dB @ 8 Ohms
Total Harmonic Distortion.............................. < 1%
Imedance Settings......................................... Variable 1X/2X/4X
Minimum Speaker Load.................................4 Ohms
Dynamic Range.............................................. 49 dB (max to min audible)
Override Current Draw................................... 0.75 mA (Logic only)
Sense Current Draw....................................... 25 mA
Maximum Current Draw................................. 40 mA
Operating Voltage.......................................... 12 Volts DC
Sense Voltage.................................................9-12 Volts DC
Override Voltage.............................................9-12 Volts DC
Colors..................................................White, Ivory, Almond, Black, and Brown
WARRANTY
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS, L.L.C. ("ELAN") warrants the VSE100 Electronic Stereo Volume
Control to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years (2 years)
from the date of purchase. If within the applicable warranty period above purchaser
discovers such item was not as warranted above and promptly notifies ELAN in writing,
ELAN shall repair or replace the items at the company's option. This warranty shall not
apply (a) to equipment not manufactured by ELAN,(b) to equipment found to have been
installed by other than an authorized ELAN installer, (C) to installed equipment which is
not installed to ELAN's specifications, (d) to equipment found to have been repaired or
altered by others than ELAN, (e) to equipment found to have been subject to negli-
gence, accident, or damage by circumstances beyond ELAN's control, including, but
not limited to, lightning, flood, electrical surge, tornado, earthquake, or any other cata-
strophic events beyond ELAN's control, or to improper operation, maintenance or stor-
age, or to other than normal use of service. With respect to equipment sold by, but not
manufactured by ELAN, the warranty obligations of ELAN shall in all respects conform
and be limited to the warranty actually extended to ELAN by its suppliers. The forego-
ing warranties do not cover reimbursement for labor, transportation, removal, installa-
tion, or other expenses which may be incurred in connection with repair or replace-
ment. Except as may be provided and authorized in writing by ELAN, ELAN shall not be
subject to any other obligations or liabilities whatsoever with respect to equipment
manufactured by ELAN or services rendered by ELAN.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT WARRANTIES OF TITLE, INCLUD-
ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
WARNING TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS
To ensure that consumers obtain quality pre-sale and after sale support and service,
ELAN Home Systems™ products are sold exclusively through authorized dealers.
ELAN products are not sold online. The warranties on ELAN products are NOT VALID if
the products have been purchased from an unauthorized dealer or an online E-tailer.
To determine if your ELAN re-seller is authorized, please call ELAN Home Systems at
(859)269-7760.
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
2428 Palumbo Dr. Lexington, KY 40509
Voice 859-269-7760
FAX 859-269-7972
ELAN Tech Support 859-269-7760 If on site: 800-622-3526
email: tech@elanhomesystems.com
www.elanhomesystems.com
© 2004 ELAN Home Systems Lexington, KY USA
S6
Z630
HD
# OF
ZPADS
# OF
ZPADS
# OF
ZPADS
# VSE100s
PER S6
# VSE100s
PER Z630
6
8
10
12
12
9
6
3
3
4
5
6
9
6
3
0
1
2
3
4
4
1
0
0
# VSE100s
PER Z630
VSE100
HIGH POWER ELECTRONIC
STEREO VOLUME CONTROL
W/ OVERRIDE and IR
SERIES
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