Harman Kardon AB 1 Amplified In-Wall Module

Harman Kardon AB 1 Amplified In-Wall Module for A-BUS® Applications

The innovative A-BUS® system makes it incredibly easy to bring Harman Kardon sound to a remote room. Thanks to a built-in amplifier and a single-cable connection to any A-BUS/READY® receiver or the ABH 4, all you need to do is connect the speakers, use your Zone II remote or the up/down volume control, and musical pleasure is yours throughout your home.

SPECIFICATIONS:
General
Easy to install in standard UL/CSA electrical J-box (junction box).
Accepts user-supplied Decora® cover plate to match other electrical devices.
Onboard amplifier powers one pair of 6 – 8-ohm speakers (sensitivity greater than 88dB) without additional equipment. Toggle switch controls volume.
Uses industry-standard powered A-BUS® connection without need for external power supply.
Integrated IR sensor relays commands from Harman Kardon Zone II remotes to A/V receiver via the A-BUS connection without additional devices or wires.
System Requirements : Use with AVR 630, AVR 430, AVR 7200, AVR 525, AVR 325 or other A-BUS/Ready® audio components via Cat. 5 cable.
Wire Type Required : Category 5/5e (or better) cable in compliance with any applicable local building code or NEC requirements for in-wall, riser or plenum use.
Wiring Protocols : TIA wiring specification for T568A at the A-BUS/Ready product end. Connections at the AB 1 are specified on the AB 1.
Connection Terminals : IDT type for Category 5/5e wire; screw terminal type for speaker connections.
Speaker Wire : Maximum AWG 14, in compliance with any applicable local building code or NEC requirements for in-wall, riser or plenum use.
Speaker Impedance : Suitable for connection to speakers with nominal 6 ohms to 8 ohms impedance.
Speaker Sensitivity : Optimized for speakers with sensitivity above 88dB.
Infrared Compatibility : 38kHz and 56kHz, with talkback.
Dimensions
(H x W x D) : 4-1/4" x 1-3/4" x 2-1/4"
(108mm x 44mm x 57mm)
Weight : 0.25 lb (0.11kg)