Control 4 Multi Channel Amplifier16 Installtion And User Manual

Control 4 Multi Channel Amplifier16 Installtion And User Manual

Multi channel amplifier 16

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  • Page 2 Disclaimer ® Control4 makes no representations or warranties with respect to this publication, and specifically disclaims any express or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Control4 reserves the right to make changes to any and all parts of this publication at any time, without any obligation to notify any person or entity of such changes.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface Important Information ........1 Graphical Symbols in this Guide.... 1 Graphical Symbols on the Device..1 Safety Instructions ......... 2 Additional Resources ......3 Chapter 1 Introduction to Multi Channel Amplifier - 16... 5 Features and Benefits......5 Requirements ........
  • Page 4 FCC Interference Statement... 23 Industry Canada Statement .... 23 Recycling Information ..... 24 Warranty ......... 24 Index ..................25...
  • Page 5: Preface

    P R E F A C E Important Information Graphical Symbols in this Guide Warning, Important, and Note paragraphs draw your attention to important safe practices and additional information which may help you avoid injury, death, or loss of material or time. WARNING! This indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in death or serious...
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including other amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 7: Additional Resources

    have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Do not install in a cabinet that is smaller than 20” wide x 20” deep x 12” high. WARNING! Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
  • Page 9: Introduction To Multi Channel Amplifier - 16

    C H A P T E R Introduction to Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 Control4 systems are uniquely configured for every customer and every site. A popular component among music lovers is the Control4 Multi Channel Amplifier. This chapter introduces the Control4 Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 and its features.
  • Page 10: Requirements

    Requirements  Ensure that your home network wiring is in place before starting your system setup. The Multi Channel Amplifier can be controlled through Ethernet or through ZigBee mesh networking (IEEE 802.15.4).  Device must not be installed in a cabinet that is smaller than 20”...
  • Page 11: Back View

    routing and zone settings for gain, bass, and treble. The display also shows zone activity. —Provides access to menu options Buttons displayed on the LCD. —Rotate to scroll through list Select Dial items and options displayed on the LCD. Press to make selections. Back View —For use with a standard 1.
  • Page 12: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 Table 1: Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 C4-16AMP3-B Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 Communications: Ethernet 10/100 base and Zigbee mesh networking Connections: 8 sets of stereo inputs 8 sets of amplifier outputs Dimensions: 5.25”...
  • Page 13: Installing The Multi Channel Amplifier

    C H A P T E R Installing the Multi Channel Amplifier This device operates as part of the Control4 home system, which requires physical connections and logical connections to function as designed. The essential setup tasks are: 1.Plan Your Physical Layout 2.Connect Audio Input Sources and Speakers 3.Connect to the Network and Power 4.Set Up Logical Connections...
  • Page 14: Plan Your Physical Layout

    Plan Your Physical Layout This section can help you plan your physical connections. Use a worksheet to plan your amplifier connections: Using the worksheet provided in Table 2-1 below, identify the connection you will use for all planned connections. Table 2-1. Multi Channel Amplifier Connection Worksheet...
  • Page 15: Connect Audio Input Sources And Speakers

    WARNING! Connecting speaker wires or input cables while the Multi Channel Amplifier is powered, may cause shock and could damage the amplifier. Connect Audio Input Sources and Speakers Ensure the amplifier power cord is unplugged before connecting speakers and audio sources. Connect up to eight stereo audio source devices to the RCA line level input jacks (the top row of connector on the back of your amp).
  • Page 16: Connect To The Network And Power

    Connect to the Network and Power If you are using an Ethernet connection for the Multi Channel Amplifier, use a standard 10/100 Base T Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on the amplifier to your network. NOTE: While the Multi Channel Amplifier can be controlled via either Zigbee or Ethernet networks, Control4 recommends that you use an Ethernet connection whenever possible as this will allow firmware...
  • Page 17: Set Network Settings

    Set Network Settings At the LCD screen, press the Network button. On the Network Configuration screen, choose an Ethernet or ZigBee network by rotating and pressing the Select Dial. If the amplifier is set to use a ZigBee network, the EUID, Gateway, and ZigBee channel number are displayed.
  • Page 18 4c. Press OK (or press the Select Dial). 4d. Press Save (or press the Select Dial). 4e. Edit the IP, Mask, and GWay fields for the Static IP network: Use the Select Dial to select a line, then press the dial. Use the Select Dial scroll the number up or down and edit as needed, then press the Select Dial to move to the next field within...
  • Page 19: Using Multi Channel Amplifier

    C H A P T E R Using Multi Channel Amplifier This chapter introduces the LCD user interface screens on the Multi Channel Amplifier and the common system tasks you can perform. Normal day-to-day tasks do not require manual control but instead are controlled using the Control4 user interface.
  • Page 20 zones and any assigned input sources (such as Input 1 as shown in the following screen). A shaded arrowhead indicates that a signal is present. The menu buttons on the front panel provide access to the following screen:  Setup: Displays an output-specific screen, such as Output Zone 1.
  • Page 21: Manage Amplifier Output Zones

    Manage Amplifier Output Zones View or Change Output Settings To view or change source settings: On the In to Out Assignments screen, press the Setup button. The output settings of the default output screen (the last output screen accessed) are displayed. In the following example it is Output Zone 1.
  • Page 22  Menu buttons: Provide access to these screens: Inputs: Toggles view to a screen showing the gain for the currently assigned input. Tone: Displays the bass gain, bass frequency, treble gain, and treble frequency for this output. Exit: Returns to the In to Out Assignments screen.
  • Page 23: View Or Change Input Settings

    If you choose to edit the Treb Freq field, a new menu is displayed at the bottom of the screen, which includes the options Down, Up, OK, and Cancel. You can use these menu options to change this setting or continue using the Select Dial as you have previously done.
  • Page 24: View Network Settings

    (Optional) Press the Outputs button to toggle back to the last Output screen that was accessed. Press the Exit button to return to the In to Out Assignments screen. View Network Settings On the In to Out Assignments screen, press Network. To display the network settings, select Ethernet or Zigbee (depending on which the amp uses).
  • Page 25: Options Available In Composer

    Use the buttons or the Select Dial to choose a setting to change: Once you press the Select button (or press the dial), you enter Edit mode. In Edit mode, use the buttons or Select Dial to change the highlighted setting. Press the button (or press the dial) to save the change and exit Edit mode.
  • Page 27: Regulatory Compliance

    C H A P T E R Regulatory Compliance This product complies with the standards and practices referenced in this section for North America, Europe, or Australia/New Zealand. North America FCC Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 28: Recycling Information

    Recycling Information For information on recycling, please go to www.control4.com/ recycling Warranty This device has a limited two (2) year warranty on parts from the date of purchase. Control4 will replace or repair any defective unit. Return unit to the place of purchase for replacement.
  • Page 29: Index

    Index Numerics 5-Band Parametric Equalizer 21 Additional Resources 3 Amplifier Outputs 7 Audio Input Connect Audio Input Sources and Speakers 11 Audio Inputs 7 Change Settings 19 Connect Audio Input Sources and Speakers 11 View Settings 19 Backlight Timer 21 Balance 17 Bass Freq 18 Bass Gain 18...
  • Page 30 Display Set Preferences 20 Settings Backlight Timer 21 Brightness 21 Contrast 21 Display Button 16 Ethernet 13 DHCP 13 Static IP 13 Ethernet Port 7 Features and Benefits 5 Front Display 6 Gain 17 Importants 1 In to Out Assignments Screen Menu Buttons 16 Input 17 Installation...
  • Page 31 Limit 17 Menu Buttons (Assignments Screen) 16 Display 16 Network 16 Setup 16 Menu Buttons (Output Screen) 18 Inputs 18 Tone 18 Menu Buttons (Output) Tone 18 Menu Buttons (Tone) Exit 19 Outputs 19 Multi Channel Amplifier 6 Amplifier Outputs 7 Audio Inputs 7 Back View 7 Buttons 7...
  • Page 32 Network Button 16 Notes 1 Options Available in Composer 21 5-Band Parametric Equalizer 21 Volume Curve 21 Output Change Settings 17 Menu Buttons 18 Inputs 18 Tone 18 Settings Balance 17 Gain 17 Input 17 Limit 17 View Output Assignments 15 View Settings 17 Power Plug Port 7 Recycling Information 24...
  • Page 33 Tone Menu Buttons Exit 19 Outputs 19 Settings 18 Bass Freq 18 Bass Gain 18 Treb Gain 18 Treb Gain 18 Volume Curve 21 Volume Limit 17 Warnings 1 Warranty 24 What’s in the Box 6 Zigbee 13...

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