Eiki A-7 Manual Page 3
To the InstallerR
Thank you for choosing Eiki A-7.
The A-7 is an IR receiver intended for
permanent installation on a wall or
similar location. It is intended to be
used with the Eiki range of control
systems.
Before commencing installation, please
read these instructions carefully to get
the best results from your A-7.
For your safety
Please ensure that any wiring used to
connect this unit to other equipment is
kept clear of mains wiring and follows
applicable local wiring codes. Under no
circumstances may this unit be
connected directly to power mains
wiring.
Make sure that the power supply you
are using meets your local safety
regulations and that its voltage does not
exceed 15 volts DC. Unregulated power
supplies can output voltages that are
well above what is shown on their label.
This device is intended for indoor use
only.
Where to use Eiki A-7
The A-7 is used where an IR remote
(such as the Eiki Wi4 or a “native”
remote control) is not visible to the
equipment it is controlling. An A-7
will pick up the IR signals and
transmit them on a cable to where
they are needed to control the
equipment.
At the other end of the cable, to
receive these signals, there could
be:
• A device that simply converts the
signals on the cable back into an
IR signal (such as an Eiki A-5
Macrobox)
• A device that interprets the
signals and performs some other
operation (such as an Eiki A-2 IR
relay box)
• One or more of both types of
devices.
In most cases there will only be one
A-7 receiver, but it is possible to add
more to cover several rooms and/or
to add wired control panels to the
bus. Please read the section
”Precautions when using more than
one receiver”.
The talkback LED
When a signal is picked up by the
receiver or appears on the data bus
for any reason, a LED visible in the
IR window will flash. If this LED
lights for no obvious reason or
remains lit continually, it indicates
interference pickup or a wiring error.
NOTE: This symbol and recycle system apply to EU
countries only and do not apply to countries in othe
