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TABLETOP STEREO VOLUME CONTROL

TVC-1

Summary of Contents for TVC-1

Page 1: ...TVC 1 B L E N D I N G H I G H F I D E L I T Y A N D A R C H I T E C T U R E I N S T A L L A T I O N O P E R A T I O N G U I D E TABLETOP STEREO VOLUME CONTROL TVC 1 ...

Page 2: ...s 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 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Features and 2 Benefits Installation 5 Considerations Installation 7 Operation 9 Specifications 10 T A B L E T O...

Page 3: ...y with all amplifiers Removable screwless connectors accommodate up to 14 gauge wire Rugged all metal chassis construction Nonskid feet won t scratch furniture and ensure unit stability during operation 72 adhesive backed room identification labels Warranty Ten year limited Dimensions 8 1 2 wide x 2 high x 7 1 4 deep Shipping weight 2 1 4 lbs 2 T A B L E T O P S T E R E O V O L U M E C O N T R O L...

Page 4: ...ou are connecting to the system 2 Set the Speaker Pairs switch on the rear panel of the TVC 1 to match the number of pairs of speakers 1 2 3 4 5 6 TVC 1 Power Handling The TVC 1 is designed for use with a receiver or amplifier hav ing a maximum power output of 100 watts per channel at 8 ohms Damage caused by the use of a higher power receiv er or amplifier will void the warranty Consult your Niles...

Page 5: ...is that the wire has a specific CL fire rating such as CL 2 or CL 3 Consult your Niles deal er building contractor or local building and inspection department if unsure about which type of wire is best for your application Avoiding Interference Speaker wires can act as an antenna for electrical noise Locating speaker wires too close to a light dimmer or switch may cause a buzzing or popping sound ...

Page 6: ...ugs and remove them if they are plugged in See Figure 6 4 Strip 1 4 of insulation from the end of each wire Tightly twist the end of each wire until no frayed ends remain 5 Use a small flathead screwdriver or your thumbnail to raise the locking tabs exposing the holes on the removable con nector plug 5 T A B L E T O P S T E R E O V O L U M E C O N T R O L TECH TIP Wire size is expressed by it s AW...

Page 7: ...TROL AMPLIFIER SPEAKER Niles Audio Corporation Miami Florida USA 1 SPEAKER PAIRS 5 6 2 3 4 Recessed area for custom room labels Attractive low profile design 12 position volume control provides greater attenuation than conventional 10 position designs Removable screwless connectors ...

Page 8: ...hole on the removable connector plug and snap the locking tab down NOTE To help you avoid improper installation the connector plug is keyed AMPLIFIER SPEAKER Niles Audio Corporation Miami Florida USA 1 SPEAKER PAIRS 5 6 2 3 4 TUNER 94 9 15 Niles TVC 1 Receiver Speaker Pair Figure 1 Wiring Diagram ...

Page 9: ...mooth side of the socket See Figure 2 The inputs of the TVC 1 are the connector terminals labeled AMPLIFIER The outputs are the connector terminals labeled SPEAKERS Be sure not to reverse these connec tions or the TVC 1 will not function properly 8 Locate the pre printed Room Labels Affix the appropriate label to the recessed area next to the knob on the TVC 1 SPEAKER 4 Figure 2 Connecting the Wir...

Page 10: ... as the 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 Using the knob on the front of the TVC 1...

Page 11: ... equip each of the speaker pairs in your system with a Niles volume control The controls allow you to adjust the volume of each speaker pair individually If all the speaker pairs in your system are equipped with Niles volume controls you can leave the ampli fier or receiver volume set at one position and use the Niles controls exclusively SPECIFICATIONS Audio Power Handling 100 Watts channel conti...

Page 12: ...38 0185 2004 Niles Audio Corporation All rights reserved Because Niles constantly strives to improve the quality of its products Niles reserves the right to change product specifications without notice Niles and the Niles logo are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation Printed in China 1 04 DS00356ACN ...

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Page 14: ...ES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FiTNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER PURCHASER NILES SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN TIAL DAMAGES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED OR PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW Some s...

Page 15: ...ce Department RD Box 160818 Miami Florida 33116 0818 WARRANTY AND REGISTRATION CARD CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF A NILES PRODUCT PROPERLY INSTALLED AND OPERATED YOUR NEW NILES PRODUCT WILL GIVE YOU YEARS OF TROUBLE FREE USE _NILES www nilesaudio com ...

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