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  • Page 1 Russound XZone70V Let’s Get Started...

  • Page 2: Audio Basics

    70V Audio Basics Commercial Audio Generally 2 types of audio for the CI to consider… § Residential Audio (typically 8Ω stereo) § Commercial Audio (typically 70V) § Today, we’ll talk about 70V Commercial Audio § Russound style… §...
  • Page 3 70V Audio Basics Residential gear is: § High current (4, 6 or 8 Ω typically) § Low Impedance or Low Z § 70V Commercial gear is: § Constant Voltage § High Impedance or High Z § 100V – Europe (requires conduit) §...

  • Page 4: Commercial Applications

    70V Commercial Applications Great Business Opportunity / High Profit Revenue Stream Coffee Shops & Dance Restaurants Studios Outdoor Venues XZone70V / AW70V6 - Light Commercial Audio & Paging...
  • Page 5 So, why do most CI’s ignore 70V? Maybe because you’re used to seeing this… §...
  • Page 6 So, why do most CI’s ignore 70V? … and NOT used to seeing this! §...
  • Page 7 So, why do most CI’s ignore 70V? Each wire is just a different power or volume setting § There is always 1 connection to a common (ground)… § And 1 to a tap option (7.5W, 15W, 30W, 60W, etc.) § There are 2 great reasons not to worry about this at all § One - No matter how many wires, you’re only using 2 § Two - Our new AW70V6 commercial speakers eliminate § all the extra wires and use a tap dial and post connector Simple… Much simpler than anyone thinks §...
  • Page 8 Transformers & Tap Settings Step-Up Transformers Amplifiers use step-up transformers to create § constant voltage (70V/100V) Constant voltage is sent down a single speaker wire § Step-Down Transformers Speakers use step-down transformers to budget § that voltage down to a usable level Various tap settings allow the installer to adjust the § output at each speaker...
  • Page 9 Connecting 70V Speakers Speaker Connections Wiring is much simpler than a traditional Low Z residential amplifier § All connections are made in parallel § Multiple speakers can be run on a single speaker wire §...
  • Page 10 Longer Wire Runs using Thinner Wire...

  • Page 11: Best Practices

    Best Practices Line Level § Twisted Pair Overall § Shielded Microphone § Twisted Pair Overall § Shielded 20-22 Gauge typical § Speaker § Stranded Pair § recommended 12,14,16,18 Gauge § typical and dependent on Load and distance...
  • Page 12 Best Practices Plenum Rated Cable Plenum rated cables must be used in environmental spaces § Cable will not burn as quickly as PVC Jacket § Toxins slower to fill the air, more time for evacuation §...
  • Page 13 Covering the Space Commercial spaces require installation of § multiple speakers to cover the space… Again the solution is High Z or 70V § Always best to use more speakers at lower § tap settings than fewer at higher settings Avoids hot spots / more even coverage §...
  • Page 14 Covering the Space General Rule of Thumb Open space / 10 - 12 ft. ceilings § Speakers tapped at 7.5 watts § Coverage approximately 200 sq. § ft. per speaker Average SPL @ approx. 86db § 1 speaker every 10 ft. or § approximately 10 ft. apart...
  • Page 15 Covering the Space Headroom Always reserve 20% of your overall power for headroom § EX. - 300W x 20% = 60W / 240W nominal level § “Safety Zone” allowing transient audio peaks to exceed the nominal § level without clipping the amplifier and damaging the system Clipping can destroy speakers causing shorts which can § cause the amp to shut down Normal Clipping...
  • Page 16 Go Mono not Stereo Mono For stereo imagining to be effective, you need § to be in the sweet spot In public locations, where is the sweet spot? § Mono will provide more even coverage § Put music where the people are… everywhere § Go mono §...
  • Page 17 Outdoor Zones – 70V / Mono - Simple Creating Outdoor Zones Using 70V Commercial Gear...
  • Page 18 Designing a Typical 70V System 30 Speaker Example You have an XZone70V / 300W amplifier § You have 30 speakers tapped at 7.5 watts each § 30 Speakers X 7.5 watts each = 225 watts § 75 watts of headroom (future growth) § 20% recommended headroom (60W) § 70V systems are easy to calculate and install §...
  • Page 19 Designing a Typical 70V System 16 Speaker Example You have an XZone70V / 300W amplifier § You have 16 speakers tapped at 15 watts each § 16 Speakers X 15watts each = 240 watt load § 60 watts of reserve power (headroom) § 20% recommended headroom (60W) § 70V systems are easy to calculate and install §...
  • Page 20 Microphones and Paging Microphones Most typically used are: § Dynamic mic – commonly used for live stage § applications / paging systems (high gain w/o distortion, rugged construction) Condenser mic - produce high-quality audio and are § the popular choice in recording studios (phantom power or battery) Mics typically need to be connected to a § preamp before signal can be recorded or reproduced The XZone70V is an integrated Mixer § (preamp)/ Amplifier...
  • Page 21 Microphones and Paging Many More Types to Consider / Do Your Homework Carbon Microphones § Fiber Optic Microphone § Piezoelectric § Ribbon Microphones § Laser Microphone § Cardioid Microphone § Crystal Microphones § Liquid Microphones… §...
  • Page 22 Microphones and Paging Condenser Mics & Phantom Power Phantom Power Switch § Set this switch to "On" when using a condenser microphone or when the § microphone instructions specify using Phantom Power support...
  • Page 23 Microphones and Paging Phantom Power is… DC electric power transmitted through mic cables for mics that use § active electronic circuitry Best known as a convenient power source for condenser mics § Same balanced, shielded mic cable used as with dynamic mic § Some mics offer have internal battery powering or (external) § phantom powering. Some microphones are specifically designed to switch over to the internal § batteries if an external supply fails, which may be useful...
  • Page 24 Advantages of 70V Multiple speakers § can be driven by a single amplifier without complex series/parallel wiring Multiple power levels § can be achieved in different areas while still using a single amplifier Less expensive § Since the voltage of the signal has been stepped up and the current is relatively low, lighter, less expensive cable can be used without loss System expansion § can be expanded easily Volume Controls § give the user easy level control over a single speaker or a multiple-speaker zone...
  • Page 25 Russound 70V Products...
  • Page 26 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier Next Generation of Streaming Audio...
  • Page 27 Protecting Profits for the CI On-Line Sales Killer: All products in the RCI program shipped locked § On power up, a message indicates an RCI is required § Will not operate until an RCI connects and unlocks the system §...
  • Page 28 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier 300 Watt Output § 70v/100v/4Ω Operation § USB Port for Flash/Hard Drive Audio § Pre-Outs for Additional Amplifiers §...
  • Page 29 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier Mic Input (Phantom Power Support) § 3.5mm Audio Source Input § Easy Browser-based Configuration § Flexible Mounting Options §...
  • Page 30 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier Key Selling Features… Built-in XStream music player allowing access to content from the § Cloud, Local Network and AirPlay™ from tablets and phones Access all your favorite music from the internet or even a user’s § personal iTunes, etc. using DLNA USB port for playing content from a Flash Drive or an externally § powered USB hard drive...
  • Page 31 Great News From the Field From a CEPro Article by Fred Harding · February 15, 2017 “I’ve had the opportunity to work with Russound's mixer amp, the XZone70V, and it’s different than any other mixer amp I’ve seen”. “I tested the amp at a small restaurant and bar one town downriver from where I live. Rebecca, the owner, was practically giddy when I described what the system could do. She loved the app control, and since paying music licensing is a chore, she was thrilled with the SiriusXM for Business service”. “All in all, this thing is great for folks who want music, maybe some paging, don’t want to fuss with separate licensing issues, and want to run a medium sized venue. I was very impressed. Rebecca wants to know if she can keep it.”...
  • Page 32 Web Config Set-Up / Streaming SiriusXM® / SiriusXM for Business® All Music. No Interruptions - Every business channel is § programmed free of DJs, commercial interruptions and station IDs Licensed and Legal - If you play music in your business it has § to be licensed All of your licensing is covered… painless and hassle free § Family Friendly Lyrics - Our business lineup offers family § friendly options with no explicit content or suggestive lyrics Control from the App - Use the MyRussound smartphone § app to control your SiriusXM business music experience...
  • Page 33 SiriusXM®Music for Business Commission Program for Russound RCI Dealers Add SiriusXM for Business to your § Russound installation and earn a $75 commission! Qualified dealers can direct bill and earn § recurring monthly revenue View and track all commissions through § our friendly online portal Sign up in minutes and begin earning § today!
  • Page 34 SiriusXM®Music for Business Add SiriusXM to the MyRussound App 1 - Open MyRussound App and click on the Power Button § 2 - Select SiriusXM Logo § 3 - Enter your login credentials § 4 - Enjoy SiriusXM Music for Business §...
  • Page 35 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier Features – Front Panel Output Level LED’s for Operational Indicators with Status and Clipping Display Troubleshooting Front-mounted Convenient, Easy Power Button Access Mic and System Volume Controls...
  • Page 36 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier Features – Rear Panel USB Port for Audio 3.5mm Stereo Audio 70/100V/4Ω Switch Removable IEC Power from Flash Drives or Activates 70Hz High Input for Additional Cord – Worldwide External Hard Drives Source Options Pass Filter Power Ready Ethernet Port Balanced Mic Input, Balanced Pre-Outs Output connections ETL® Certified for IP Control Gain Control and to feed additional (70/100V, 4Ω) for Compliance and streaming Phantom Power amplifiers if desired with UL Standards audio Switch...
  • Page 37 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier Flexible Mounting Options Rack Mount, Table top, Wall Mount, Under Cabinet §...
  • Page 38 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier Key Programming Features XZone70V configuration using Web Config § Allows the installer to connect to the XZone70V via its IP address or § Host Name using a phone, tablet, or laptop and configure it Web Config is designed to be used with a web browser § Used to unlock controllers, streamers and mixer amps § With Web Config, the XZone70V can be completely configured, § quickly and easily, with no other software tools required...

  • Page 39: Web Config

    Web Config...
  • Page 40 Web Config Web Config Features Assign device/zone names § General network § configuration(DHCP/static IP) Auto Firmware Update Settings § Zone Volume Trim § Enable/Disable § Set Airplay Password §...
  • Page 41 Web Config Set-Up / Streaming Streaming Music Services By default, all available services are enabled § Selectable as options when streaming audio § If not being used, drag and drop between “Enabled” and “Disabled” § To re-order a service, just drag and drop within “Enabled” list for each zone §...
  • Page 42 MyRussound™ App for Control MyRussound™ App user interface Control of sources and settings § Metadata and album art display § New & Improved Features! § New interface § Favorites now available! § Demo mode in iOS and Android § Free download! §...
  • Page 43 MyRussound™ App for Control MyRussound™ App user interface...
  • Page 44 XTS Network Touchscreen The In-Wall App! XTS Touchscreen Elegant, low-profile design § 4.7” (11.9 cm) high res QHD LCD display § Powerful Cortex-A9 Processor § Runs the MyRussound™ App in a § permanent location on the wall Gigabit Ethernet, with PoE § Supports all MCA-Series/C-Series § controllers and XStream systems...
  • Page 45 ALT-70V-50 50W / 70V Volume Control 11 position rotary switch § 50 Watts RMS § Screw-down removable connectors § accept up to 12ga wire Includes white, ivory, and light almond § plates and knobs Fits standard single-gang boxes § Ultra-reliable and designed for years of §...
  • Page 46 AW70V6 Surface Mount Speakers Designed for… Quick and Easy Installation § Use surface mount whenever possible § Save time and make money § Easy to Adjust Tap Settings § Durable, weatherproof design §...
  • Page 47 AW70V6 Surface Mount Speakers Key Features 1” Titanium Dome Tweeter § 6.5” injection-molded polypropylene woofer with rubber surround § Ported Design for Increased Bass § Rustproof Aluminum Grille §...
  • Page 48 AW70V6 Surface Mount Speakers Key Features Accessible Rear-Mounted Tap Setting Switch § Tap Settings for 70V - 7.5W, 15W, 30W, 60W (6Ω for LowZ) § Brass binding post connectors for secure installations § Dual ¼” brass posts for 3 party mounts or security/seismic bolts §...
  • Page 49 Russound 70V Audio On the Roadmap for 2017… Landscape speakers – perfect for any outdoor needs § Flush Mount ceiling speakers – a 6.5” cost effective solution § And a few other surprises… § Russound style §...
  • Page 50 XZone70V Streaming Mixer Amplifier XZone70V Selling Points… High power – 300W amplifier § Streamer – all your favorite music services on board § Airplay – easily stream ANY music service on your device § USB port – play All your favorites you’ve been ripping for years § App driven – Easy control from your smart phone or tablet § 1U rack space – space saving § Outdoor zones – Multiple speakers w/o impedance matching § PLUS… §...
  • Page 51 Constantly Innovating. Always Distributed. Thank you for your time...