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MCA-C5 MULTIZONE CONTROLLER
MCA-C5
8 Source Multizone Controller Amplifier
User and Installation Manual
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS manufacturer. An appliance and cart 16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be combination should be moved with care. serviced by qualified service personnel when: Quick stops, excessive force and uneven A. The power supply cord or the plug has been surfaces may cause the appliance and damaged; or cart combination to overturn. B. Objects have fallen, liquid has been spilled into the 7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance appliance; or WARNING: TO
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SAFETY - OUTdOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION Grounding an Outdoor Antenna If the AM/FM tuner is used with an outdoor antenna, the antenna must be grounded against static charges and voltage surges. Consult the instructions that came with the antenna or contact the antenna manufacturer for proper installation instructions. The diagram gives a general depiction of how an outdoor antenna should be grounded. For complete guidelines on antenna grounding procedures, please consult the National Electrical
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................. 2 Product Overview ................................................................................................................... 5 Controller Illustrations ........................................................................................................... 6 Keypad Features ...........................................................
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pROdUCT OVERVIEW Thank you for choosing the Russound MCA-C5 multizone controller amplifier to enhance your home with multiroom audio. The MCA-C5 caters to homeowners who want control over their multiroom Important Note: SCS-C5 software is necessary to program the MCA-C5 system. audio systems with such capabilities as infrared (IR) tools to manage the system It can be downloaded from the Document Center at www.russound.com. from anywhere in the house. Eight source inputs, simplified programmin
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CONTROLLER FRONT ANEL p Power Switch Zone LED indicators visible Removable cover to access IR Red LED behind power indicator behind cover window and USB port MCA-C5 MULTIZONE CONTROLLER Front Panel Red IR LED (talk-back) IR Receiver Window USB Port for Programming Programming Center IR In IR LED USB 2.0/1.1 MCA-C5 MULTIZONE CONTROLLER Front Panel with cover removed 6 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual
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CONTROLLER REAR ANEL p Zone 12V Triggers Home Theater 12 VDC Trigger Activates source power management 12VDC 100ma outputs ready when corresponding zone is active when sharing sources with home theater Controller ID Switch Serial Interface Set ID for multiple controller RS232 ports for firmware Page 12VDC Trigger configurations or firmware updates updates and communication Accepts paging device input AM/FM Antenna RNET Link - Links Keypad Ports - RJ-45 Ethernet Port IR Outputs Antenna
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KEYp Ad FEATURES MDK-C5 Keypad The main menu (Home) options include: Now Playing, Sources, Alarm, Sleep The MDK-C5's buttons and menus allow the user to easily find and control music sources and to make changes to system settings and room audio levels. Timer, Party Mode, Do Not Disturb, and Settings. The Settings menu includes the audio, clock, display, and installer options. The audio settings include bass, Six backlit oblong buttons access power on/off, music play/pause, volume treble, b
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KEYp Ad USAGE Basic Operation Main Menu - Favorites Turn on the zone - Press the power button on the keypad or press power on Favorites - Save a source or a radio station/channel as a favorite. the SRC-C5 remote control to turn on the zone and hear music. The zone will Add new - Tune to the music source you want to save as a favorite. From the default to the last playing source before being turned off. Press and hold the Favorites menu, select "Add New." Name the favorite using the +/- butto
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KEYp Ad USAGE Main Menu - Sleep Timer Main Menu - Settings Audio - From the home screen, scroll to and select "settings," and choose You can set the timer so the zone turns off in one of the following increments: "audio settings." You’ll see items to adjust, such as bass, treble and balance. 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes. Each selection has its own screen and shows levels for real-time adjustments. AM/FM Sleep Timer 9:30 PM Clock After 15 minutes After 30 minutes Set Time - From the Clock menu
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SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL LED - IR Indicator. Power - Turn the selected source on or off. Set - Program sequences Russound Zone Control - Activates control of Russound VID / DVD / TV - Use these keys to select a local device. system controller and keypads, and its connected sources. Numeric Keys - Directly enter channels (e.g. 09 or 31). Input - Switch the TV’s, VCR’s, SAT’s or DVD’s input Enter - Press to choose the highlighted menu option. to view TV or video programs. Without a local device
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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Ventilation Requirements Important Considerations Important: The MCA-C5 should be situated so that its location or position • Disconnect the power cord before making any connections to the does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Do not block vents above or to controller. the sides of the unit, as it requires ventilation for proper operation. Do not • Verify that all connections and polarity are correct. expose to excessive dust, and do not allow dust to build up
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INSTALLATION GUIdE Wiring Rack Mount Installation Route CAT-5e cable between the keypad locations and the controller. To attach the rack ears, locate the five rack mount holes on each side of the Terminate all CAT-5e cables with an RJ-45 connector using the T568A wiring controller’s chassis. Align the holes in the rack ears with the holes in the chassis. standard configuration. Utilize a UL/CSA approved electrical box at the keypad Insert and tighten the screws. (double-gang at least 32 cu. in
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KEYp Ad REAR CAUTION Mounting screws must be hand- tightened. Over-tightening the mounting screws can cause the buttons to jam and malfunction. Foam Spacer Remove spacers for better fit in retrofit box or P-ring installations Cover Remove to expose Update port and jumper Controller External IR Connection Four pole detachable RJ-45 CAT-5e connection to controller keypad input screw down connection for optional external IR receiver OS Update Jumper Programming Port Selects "Run" or Inse
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KEYp Ad IR C ONNECTIONS External IR Connection to MDK-C5 Keypad The MDK-C5 keypad has an External IR Receiver In terminal for connecting an AM/FM Front IR 11:30 AM external IR Receiver such as the Russound 858, SaphIR 862 Eye, or SaphIR 860 Off Phantom. On Use 2 twisted pair wire with one pair connecting GND (GROUND) and IR (SIGNAL) and the other pair connecting ST (STATUS) and V+ (+12VDC). Do not connect the shield to the IR receiver terminals. If utilizing an external IR receiver, then
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KEYp Ad C OLOR pLATE CONVERSION MDK-C5 Color Plate Conversion You will need both small straight and Phillips head screwdrivers to change 5. Remove the Bezel Molding by gently pressing in each of the 4 locking tabs the color plates on the keypad. The Bezel Molding and the Trim Plate will be (2 per side) while pushing it away from the metal frame. switched for the new color plates. 6. Reverse the order for installation, taking the following precautions. 1. If installed, remove the MDK-C5 keyp
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CONTROLLER / KEYp Ad CONNECTION Controller / Keypad Connection The MDK-C5 keypad is designed for use with the C-Series controllers, and connects to a keypad port near the top left on the rear of the controller. These RJ-45 ports support MDK-C5 keypads (and up to two UNO-TS2 touchscreens per controller). The eight keypad ports correspond to the eight zones supported by the MCA-C5. When a connected keypad is powered on, the zone becomes active and the corresponding zone LED lights up on the
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SpEAKER CONNECTIONS Speaker Output Connections Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the end of each speaker cable jacket. Then CAUTION: Do not connect L- and R- together. Use four-conductor cable strip 1/4 inch (0.7 cm) of insulation off each wire. Twist the speaker wire strands and wire each ground individually. Do not use a common ground. Shorting together so there are no strands separated from the bundle. between terminals will cause damage to the digital amplifier. The MCA-C5 supports
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SOURCE CONNECTIONS RNET Source Data Connections Source Audio Connections The RNET Link In and Link Out can be used to connect the MCA-C5 to other On the MCA-C5, sources 1 through 8 have standard stereo audio inputs and specified Russound RNET-enabled source equipment. The connection is made loop outputs. All source inputs have audio signal sensing. These sources can using a CAT-5e patch cable from the Link Out of the controller and into the Link be programmed during zone setup to be global so
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IR CONNECTIONS IR Connections Common IR Routed IR Outputs These six routed IR emitter outputs are supported by the MCA-C5 IR engine This output is supported by the MCA-C5 IR engine and supports IR pass- and support IR pass-through. They are also carried by the RNET Link cable to through from any of the IR sources or zones. These allow control of any source additional controllers. equipment without that source being selected on the keypad. The connection for the common IR output is made using a
