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- Page 2 Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. Russound CA4 System Installation Manual...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Speaker Outputs .......................14 Keypad Installation ......................15 Controller Connections Zone 4 Fixed/Variable Audio Output.................16 Mute / 12 volt Trigger Out .....................17 RS-232 Interface ........................18 Controller ID Settings ......................18 Linking Two Controllers....................19 Source Audio Connections ...................20 IR Connections ........................20 Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 4: Product Overview
OVERVIEW Thank you for choosing the Russound CA4 controller amplifier to enhance The CA4 kit ships with a remote control (CA4-RC), wall port (CA4-WP), four ® your home with multiroom audio. CAT-5 cables, and four keypads (CA4-KP) for home audio one-touch control. The user can adjust the bass, treble, loudness, and volume from each keypad. -
Page 5: Controller Front / Rear Views
12VDC Trigger RJ-45 Expander Jack Power Cord Connection Audio Source inputs RS232 Connection Zone 4 Fixed RCA Output Mute Input Wall Port RJ-45 Connections Common IR Zone 4 Variable RCA Output Routed IR Outputs Rear Panel Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 6: Keypad Usage And Features
Either press the Source button to go to the next option or exit the User Menu by a 3-second press of the source button or a time-out. Bass Setting Mode Treble Setting Mode Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 7: Functions
Volume control remains Power Source, Volume Up, Volume Down, or Power buttons will independent as well as zone ON and OFF. Only zones connected to the turn the keypad ON same controller can be source grouped. Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 8: All On Participation Setting
• A non-Master keypad cannot issue an All ON command. The source and volume buttons will blink three times to indicate an invalid command, and then will return the keypad to normal operation. Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 9: Remote Control Features
(DISC can be learned in as a source control feature.) Zone Control DISC Note: All source setup and control is contained in the CA4-RC remote control. The CA4 controller does not require programming for the controller or for source setup. See Remote Control usage and programming information later in this manual. -
Page 10: Installation Overview
AC line. If you need to cross an AC line it The CA4 controller can be rack mounted or placed on a shelf in an equipment should be at a 90° angle. -
Page 11: System Configuration
SYSTEm CONFIGURATION Controller / Keypad Configuration The CA4 Wall Port jacks are located on the rear of the controller. These RJ-45 ports must be connected to the corresponding jacks on the wall port. Each keypad is then connected to the wall port. -
Page 12: Keypad Front / Rear Views
Jumper OFF - Normal Mode Select Source Decrease Volume CAT-5 with RJ-45 IR Receiver termination to connect to the wall port Power and Red LED talkback CA4 Keypad (rear) CA4 Keypad (front) with Decora® Trim Plate Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 13: Wall Port Front / Rear Views
RJ-45 Connections Speaker terminals Use included CAT-5 cables to connect Four pair 8 ohm speakers the controller to the Wall Port. Two channels each CA4 Wall Port (front) CA4 Wall Port (rear) Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 14: Installation
Speaker Outputs Pick an unobtrusive location close to the controller that all cables (speaker The CA4 supports speaker outputs for zones 1 through 4 for each controller and keypad) can be routed to. with a maximum of eight zones. Each speaker connection requires a 8-ohm load and will provide 15 watts per channel. -
Page 15: Keypad Installation
To install a single-gang keypad, you will need to use a UL/CSA approved plastic single-gang (18 ci) electrical box. Route CAT-5 wire to the electrical box from the CA4 Wall Port and label it with the zone number. Terminate the CAT-5 wire with a RJ-45 plug using the T568A standard configuration. -
Page 16: Controller Connections
CONTROLLER CONNECTIONS Zone 4 Fixed/Variable Audio Output The CA4 has two line Audio outputs on Zone 4. These zone audio output connections feature a stereo line out RCA connection for a fixed and/or a variable line level output. When connected to Variable, the keypad volume level affects this output. In the Fixed position, the keypad volume level will not change the output level. -
Page 17: Mute / 12 Volt Trigger Out
Mute In jacks so all zones will be muted. turned off. Note: The CA4 will not accept a paging audio input; however, if used with an independent paging system with 12VDC trigger out, that can be used to trigger the mute. -
Page 18: Rs-232 Interface
The CA4 supports RS-232 communication with various third party automation systems or PC for control, and potential firmware updates of the controller. The RS-232 port is located on the rear of the CA4 and uses a DB-9 cable connection. Directions will accompany any firmware updates. -
Page 19: Linking Two Controllers
Linking Two Controllers Connect the audio from the sources (up to four) to both controllers. The audio Two CA4 controllers can be linked together for a system that supports eight zones and four sources. This setup requires two controllers, a CAT-5 linking must be split using RCA “Y"... -
Page 20: Source Audio Connections
CONTROLLER CONNECTIONS Source Audio Connections The CA4 supports up to four audio sources. The Source Inputs are located on the rear panel. Connect each source using quality RCA signal cables. Connect the Left and Right Audio outputs from each source to the corresponding inputs on the CA4 controller. -
Page 21: Component Guide Start Up
Check operation of all keypad functions. Treble, bass, loudness, source grouping, and All ON participation can be programmed at each keypad. Check for functional IR signal pass-through (if applicable). The system is now ready to use. Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 22: Remote Control Programming
If the device does not respond to the remote after trying all codes listed for your brand, auxiliary devices with the CA4-RC you need to program the remote. You will need to or if the brand is not listed, try searching for the code: install the batteries and have enough room to point the CA4-RC at the various source Press a source key once. - Page 23 Using Learning Mode Deleting a single learning key The CA4-RC includes a learning feature so you can add functions that are unique to your Press and hold SET until the LED flashes twice. home entertainment devices (i.e., VCR tracking up or down). The following precautions Press SET, then 9-7-6 to delete a learned function.
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Page 24: Remote Control Device Codes
Polk Audio 30157 RadioShack 00015, 00315, 00797, 00883 Bell & Howell 00014 California Audio Labs 30029, 30303 Proceed 30420 00021 Bell South 00899 Carrera 30194 Proton 30157 Realistic 00207 Cable Star 00056 Carver 30157, 30179, 30437 Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... - Page 25 Marantz 30039, 30128, 30189, 30200, 31089, Keyspan 01344 Bel Canto Design 31584 31189, 31269, 31289 Sonic 30281 KWorld 01403 Bose 30639, 31229, 31253 McIntosh 31289 Sonic Blue 31383, 31532, 31869 01415 Brix 31602 30039, 30346 Russound CA4 System Installation Manual...
- Page 26 10179, 10186, 10683, 10809, 10853 11913, 11931, 11944 00492, 00775, 01170, 01775 10802, 10875, 11937, 11951, 11952 Funai 10171, 10179, 10180, 10264, 10342, Magnin 11907 01226, 01414 Aventura 10171 11904, 11913 Majestic 10016 Magnavox 00722, 00724 Russound CA4 System Installation Manual...
- Page 27 Bell & Howell 20104 Tatung 10003, 10055, 11756 Howard Computers 21972 Proton 10003, 10052, 10178, 10466 Broksonic 20002, 20121, 20184, 20209, 20295, Technics 10051, 10250 21972 Pulsar 10017, 10019 20348, 20479, 21479 Technol Ace 10179 21944 Russound CA4 System Installation Manual...
- Page 28 Sony 20000, 20032, 20033, 20034, 20035, 20717, 21020, 21149, 21939 Orion 20002, 20184, 20209, 20295, 20479, 20253, 20586, 20636, 20639, 20640, Aspire Digital 21168 KLH Digital 20717 21479 21032, 21232, 21956, 21957, 21972 Audiologic 20736 Russound CA4 System Installation Manual...
- Page 29 20539 Portland 20770 Presidian 20675 Prima 21016 Princeton 20674 Proceed 20672 Proscan 20522 ProVision 20778 Qwestar 20651 20522, 20571, 20717, 20822, 21022, 21132, 21193, 21913, 21965, 21974 Regent 21938 20869, 22002 Rotel 20623 Rowa 20823 Russound CA4 System Installation Manual...
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Page 30: Technical Specifications
Speaker Cables: 14-18 gauge - screw termination Max cable length: Wall Port to controller 6' (2m) Wall Port to keypad 240' (73.2m) Wall Port to speaker 240' (73.2m) **Speaker connections are to the Wall Port, not to the controller. Russound CA4 System Installation Manual... -
Page 31: Installer Section Warranty
WARRANTY Warranty Before returning a unit for repair, call Russound at (603) 659-5170 for a Return The Russound CA4 controller, and CA4-WP wall port are fully guaranteed Authorization number. Write this number on the shipping label and ship to: against all defects in materials and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase. - Page 32 ©2008 Russound. All rights reserved. Russound, Inc. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 5 Forbes Road, Newmarket, NH 03857 Specifications are subject to change without notice. tel 603.659.5170 • fax 603.659.5388 Russound is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions. email: tech@russound.com www.russound.com 28-1304 6/16/08...