Russound MBX-PRE Installation Manual page 14

CONFIGURATION
Option 2.
Using the MBX-PRE as a streaming audio player
with an amplifier or receiver (Zone Mode)
Step 1.
Operating Mode Selection - In the MBX-PRE Web Config,
navigate to Setup in the menu options. Under Device
Settings, choose Zone Mode. Once Zone Mode has been
selected, additional configuration options will be displayed.
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Step 2.
Naming the MBX-PRE – The name you choose will be visible
to all users in the MyRussound App or other user interface
when selecting the zone or room that they wish to control.
Suggested names when the MBX-PRE is configured as a
zone include such names as:
Master Bedroom Dining Room
Billy's Room
Great Room
Kitchen Veranda
This name will be visible to end users in the list of available
Apple AirPlay devices, Chromecast built-in for audio and
Spotify Connect devices for users to select when streaming
from a phone, tablet, or computer.
Step 3.
AirPlay Password (Optional) - If you want to use an AirPlay
password to limit access for AirPlay users to stream audio to
this MBX-PRE, enter an AirPlay password and select "Apply".
This same password must be entered on any iOS device
when using Apple AirPlay to stream audio to this MBX-PRE.
If you do not want to use a password to control access to
AirPlay, leave the AirPlay Password field blank.
Step 4.
Adjusting the Volume Trim (Optional) - The Volume Trim is
used to allow compensation from one audio source to another
so that volume levels do not jump within a room when
different audio sources are selected on a receiver or amplifier
that allows switching of more than one audio source. If you
are using the MBX-PRE with a single-input stereo amplifier,
the Volume Trim does not need to be adjusted.
Step 5.
Line Output Settings – If using the analog line-level
outputs of the MBX-PRE, you may select from either Variable
(Default) or Fixed. The appropriate setting will depend
Guest Room
Patio Office
Pool Bath
Media Room