Q U I C K I N S T A L L G U I D E
GXR2 EX
MODULAR MULTIZONE RECEIVER
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
• Modular MultiZone Receiver distributes up to six
sources to six zones
• Built-in High Current 12-channel Amplifier
delivers 55 watts per channel RMS @ 8 ohm
and 85 watts per channel @ 4 ohm to each of six zones
• Integrated Six Slot Card Cage accepts any
combination of up to six IntelliControl ICS integration
modules
• Plug and Play Integration of TM-AM/FM, IM-AUDIO
TM-XM, HD Radio™, TM-Sirius and IM-iPod IntelliControl
ICS integration modules
• Reliable “One Touch to Music” operation using
IntelliControl ICS Touch Screens, Keypads and remote
controls
• Party Mode turns on all your favorite areas from any
keypad or remote control
• Global Off turns off all areas from any keypad or
remote control
• Tone Controls fine tune bass and treble in each
separate zone
• Balance Control fine tunes channel levels in each
separate zone
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS (CONT’D)
• Programmable Turn-On Volume for each zone
• Alarm Clock and Sleep Timer for each zone
• Paging/Doorbell Input enables system wide voice
announcements from a phone system or doorbell sounds
from the Niles DBI-1
• Zone Linking allows a grouping of zones to be controlled
as a single zone. Turn-on, source selection, paging and
turn-off all work in unison, yet each zone has independent
volume adjustment and muting
• Home Theater Integration Ports enable audio and
video source components shared with the home theater
system to be turned on, controlled via IR and turned off as
needed
• Selectable Fixed/Variable Zone Preamp Outputs
with 12 volt triggers for external amplifier applications
• Source Matching Gain Control ensures changing
sources doesn’t require changing volume control settings
• Removable Speaker Connectors hold up to 12-gauge
speaker wire
• Expandable Up To 30 Zones with additional GXR2 EXs
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GETTING STARTED
Unpacking the Box (Contents)
■ 1, IntelliControl ICS GXR2 EX Modular Multizone Receiver
■ 2, Rack Mount Panels
■ Speaker Connector (removable)
■ Review Important Safety Instructions
Tools Required:
■ Screwdriver with No. 2 Philips bit
INSTALLATION:
1. Remove the four chassis screws located at the front
of one of the IntelliControl ICS GXR2 EX Modular MultiZone Re-
ceiver side panels (Figure 1).
2. Place a rack mount panel on the GXR2 EX side panel, aligning the
holesintherackmountpanel,withtheholesintheGXR2EXsidepanel.
3. Replace all four screws, fastening the rack mount panel to the chassis.
Note: Do not over tighten the screws.
4. Repeat procedure for the other side of the GXR2 EX.
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Flange for
butting bracket
against a joist
Rack Mount Panels
Figure 1: Fastening the Rack Mount Panels.
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INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
Basic Installation Diagram
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ACCESSORIES
iRemote®
2-Way Wireless RF System
Control Remote with LCD Display
FG01180
FG01364
iRemote® EX
2-Way Wireless RF System
for EU Countries
RBX-1
Remote Charging Base
FG01269
FG01363
RBX-1 EX
2-Way Wireless RF System
for EU Countries
RHS-1
iRemote Handheld Remote
FG01270
FG01362
RHS-1 EX
2-Way Wireless RF System
for EU Countries
Contact
Display
System Control Keypad with
Color Touch Screen
FG01185
FG01183
System Control Keypad with
LCD display
Single
Wall Mount System Control Keypad
Apple® iPod® Integration Module
Legacy Audio Integration Module
XM® Satellite Radio Tuner Module
FG01182
FG01176
FG01177
FG01179
IM-iPOD
IM-AUDIO
TM-XM
TM-SIRIUS
IM-SERVER
TM-DAB
TM-HD/R
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Tuner Module FG01181
Network Integration Module
Digital Audio Broadcasting Tuner
HD Radio™ Tuner Module
FG01339
FG01338
FG01340
FG01193
TM-AM/FM EX International AM/FM Tuner Module
Niles offers many accessories. For a complete list please visit:
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SPECIFICATIONS
Power:
55 watts x 12 channels
Frequency Response:
Signal to Noise:
Power Supply:
Power Consumption:
Warranty:
26-20 kHz +/- 3 db
> = 85 db
AC 240, 50Hz GXR2 EX
1500 watts maximum
Two-year limited
54 lbs.
Shipping Weight:
DIMENSIONS
GXR2 EX Modular
MultiZone Receiver:
17-3/8" W x 5-3/4" H x 18" D
(including feet)
Compliance
and Certifications:
Safety: UL/EN 60065
EMC: CE, CTICK
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CUSTOMER SERVICE – TECHNICAL SUPPORT
BY PHONE (IN USA)
1-800-BUY-HIFI (289-4434)
BY PHONE (OUTSIDE USA)
1-305-238-4373
CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS
8:00 AM to 5:30 PM EST
TECHNICAL SUPPORT HOURS
8:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST
ON THE WEB
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EMAIL TECHNICAL SUPPORT
EMAIL FOR PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Niles Audio Corporation (“NILES”) warrants this IntelliControl ICS product to the original
purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of
two years from date of purchase.
This Warranty is subject to the following additional conditions and limitations. The Warranty
is void and inapplicable if NILES deems that the product has been used or handled other than
in accordance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer, including but not limited
to damage caused by accident, mishandling, improper installation, abuse, negligence, or
normal wear and tear, or any defect caused by repair to the product by anyone other than
NILES or an authorized NILES dealer.
To obtain warranty service, take the unit to the nearest authorized NILES dealer, who will
test the product and if necessary, forward it to NILES for service. If there are no authorized
NILES dealers in your area, you must write to NILES and include your name, address,
model and serial number of your unit, along with a brief description of the problem. A
factory Return Authorization Number will be sent to you. Do not return any unit without first
receiving written authorization and shipping instructions from NILES.
If the above conditions are met, the purchaser’s sole remedy shall be to return the product
to NILES, in which case NILES will repair or replace, at its sole option, the defective product
without charge for parts or labor. NILES will return a unit repaired or replaced under
warranty by shipping same by its usual shipping method from the factory (only) at its
expense within the United States of America. There are no other warranties, 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 consequential
damages except to the extent provided (or prohibited) by applicable law.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
For the name of your nearest authorized NILES dealer contact:
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION, P.O. BOX 160818
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33116-0818.
Please fill in your product information and retain for your records.
Model________________________ Purchase Date___________________________
Serial #
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©2007 Niles Audio Corporation 12331 S.W. 130 Street, Miami, FL 33186. All rights reserved. Niles, the Niles logos,
IntelliControl, IntelliFile, and iRemote are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation. All other trademarks
are the property of their respective owners. Niles reserves the right to change specifications, descriptions and prices
without notice. The technical and other information contained herein is not intended to set forth all technical and
other specifications. Designed and engineered in the USA. DS00554B
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