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Russound X5 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme appliance and cart combination should be for inspection. moved with care. Quick stops, excessive NMB-003 du Canada. Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Listening to TuneIn Internet Radio ................28-29 Listening to Network Audio Files (Media Server) ..........30-31 Controller/Keypad Connection ..................32 Speaker Connection ......................33 Adding Controller Amplifi er or A-BUS to X5 ..............34 Source Audio Connection ................... 35-37 IR Connection .........................38 Zone 12 VDC Trigger Outputs ...................39 USB Devices Connection ....................40...

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    C-Series systems. The X5 also uses into each room of your home. The X5 is a streamer, an amplifi er and a room the same keypads and app for control as our C-Series system. Everything controller all in one product and much more.

  • Page 5: X5 Front Panel Illustration

    FRONT PANEL IR Learning IR Talkback System On LED (red fl ashing) (blue) System Status LEDs (yellow green red) Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 6: X5 Back Panel Illustration

    Made in China Ethernet Port AUX USB Port IR Out Digital Audio Line Output Power Switch Input Bluetooth® 12VDC Trigger Speaker Output AC 120/240V Input Keypad Port Port Detachable grounded power cord connection Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 7: Setting Up X5

    SETTING UP XSTREAM X5 4. Strip back 1/8” of the insulation on the speaker wire and twist the end of 1. Unpack the X5 and all of its contents: each wire to tighten the bundle of copper strands on each wire.

  • Page 8: Connecting X5 To Home Network

    Locate and turn on power switch near AC inlet on the back of browse to http://XStrmX5-XXXXXX. local. the X5. The XStream X5 will turn on to Access Point Mode. Wait for yellow and Again reference sticker on bottom of unit to fi nd host name.

  • Page 9: Wired Network

    CONNECTING XSTREAM X5 TO YOUR HOME NETWORK Connecting to a wired network To connect to a wired network, de-select “Enable Wi-Fi” and press continue. Attach Ethernet cable. The X5 will reboot in wired mode. Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 10: Wireless Network

    To connect to a wireless network, pick the desired network from the list of to turn on solid. If yellow LED begins to blink, the X5 could not connect to the available Wi-Fi networks. If the Wi-Fi network does not broadcast its SSID, you specifi ed network.

  • Page 11: Setting Airplay Name

    Stream Settings page, select Administration (from the dropdown menu), then Stream Settings. Now the XStream X5 can be fully confi gured using Russound SCS (SCS) confi guration software. SCS software off ers zone customization, local source set up, IR management and power management options.

  • Page 12: Russound Interfaces

    Channel, Artist, Song Title, Genre and more, all in real time. It supports custom names for presets, banks, themes and favorites for a truly personal touch. The TS3 makes a great addition to an installed Russound system, as it can be IR Receiver - Receives IR installed into an existing double-gang junction box and built into your home.

  • Page 13: Mdk-C6

    OK - Press to select highlighted item Favorite 1 or Favorite 2 - preset user-selected menus or play previous selection from the menu, or access source list favorite settings per room from Now Playing Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...
  • Page 14 Favorites menu, select "Add New." Name the favorite using the +/- buttons to move through the alphabet and the forward button to move to the next character. Press the OK button to save. Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 15: Mdk-C6

    "Clock Format," and select 12 hour (AM/PM) or 24 hour (1200) format. Display - Set the contrast and brightness for the keypad display. Use the buttons (as shown) to move the cursor to the desired level. Adjusting display contrast and brightness Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 16: Slk-1

    Loudness or Balance. These can be confi gured through SCS Confi guration Software. Source Select - Press and release scrolls through the available sources. The SLK-1 is an ideal companion for systems using the My Russound application on Previous - Navigates backwards through menus or play previous selection.

  • Page 17: Installation Overview

    Do not expose to excessive dust, and do not allow dust to build up on the unit and block vent holes. Do not place the XStream™ X5 above or below a heat-generating component such as an audio amplifi er.
  • Page 18 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Electrical Power The XStream™ X5 operates at 100-120VAC ~60 Hz or 220-240VAC ~50 Hz. Voltage is selected automatically by the power supply and the appropriate detachable power cord. It is recommended that the XStream™ X5 and the source equipment be plugged into a dedicated 15-amp circuit. The power switch for the unit is on the rear panel as shown.

  • Page 19: Basic Operation

    Add new - Select the music source you want to save as a favorite. From the The MDK-C6 ‘Home’ button returns the user to the home menu for the X5 Favorites menu, select "Add New." Name the favorite using the +/- buttons controller.

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    • Network Settings - This screen displays an IP and MAC address for the XStream X5 when the controller is connected to a network. This screen also provides diagnostic messages when IP assignment is incomplete. From the Home screen, choose "Settings", then "Installation."...

  • Page 21: Listening To Airplay Streaming

    AirPlay works over your Wi-Fi network. Using your Wi-Fi, high quality audio to reveal a list of AirPlay capable content can be sent wirelessly to any X5 powered room in the system. With to the top of the screen to reveal the devices.

  • Page 22: Listening To Pandora Internet Radio

    This is done easily by accessing the Pandora Radio web-site to create either a free or paid account. The X5 will allow you to login to Pandora and start your listening experience. If you have not created any stations prior to logging into the X5, you will be prompted to do so after entering the Pandora menu option.

  • Page 23: Listening To Pandora Internet Radio

    Shinedown Amaryllis For My Sake use for options 1. Screen Name / Current Mode / Menu Name 2. SiriusXM Channel Category 3. Channel Number and Name 4. Artist Name 5. Song Name Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 24: Listening To Siriusxm Internet Radio

    SiriusXM Internet radio permits one instance of streaming content per subscription. So while, the same user account credentials can be entered Now Playing into all streaming modules of the multiple X5 products, only one can stream Back Button Button content at any given time. Selection from another streaming module will disconnect prior instances of SiriusXM internet radio streaming.

  • Page 25: Listening To Siriusxm Internet Radio

    Bell Bottom Blues use + & – for channel 1. Screen Name / Current Mode / Menu Name 2. SiriusXM Channel Category 3. Channel Number and Name 4. Artist Name 5. Song Name Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 26: Listening To Vtuner Internet Radio

    Favorites. Users can access the online web portal at http://russound.vtuner.com Using the X5 and vTuner, users can search stations & podcasts, create favorites, and even add stations not listed in the vTuner database. Users can create an account for the vTuner online web portal, users will need to provide the Access Code of their DMS-3.1 as well as a valid email...

  • Page 27: Listening To Vtuner Internet Radio

    Rihanna ft. use + & – for channel 1. Screen Name / Current Mode / Menu Name 2. SiriusXM Channel Category 3. Channel Number and Name 4. Artist Name 5. Song Name Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 28: Listening To Tunein Internet Radio

    TuneIn™ Internet Radio can be accessed on the X5 and is supported through all supported user interfaces. TuneIn™ lets you listen to the world’s radio from Now Playing the any X5 connected in the home. Whether you love sports, music, news, or Back Button Button comedy, TuneIn gives you the best of what’s live with 70,000 radio stations as...

  • Page 29: Listening To Tunein Internet Radio

    The Breeders Cannonball use + & + for station 1. Screen Name / Current Mode / Menu Name 2. Last breadcrumb of current selection 3. Station Name 4. Album Name 5. Song Name Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 30: Listening To Network Audio Files (Media Server)

    LISTENING TO NETWORK AUDIO FILES (MEDIA SERVER) TS3 Menu Navigation for X5 The X5 can access audio fi les that reside on a network connected computer or storage device that is UPnP/DLNA compliant. The X5 can play various Now Playing fi le formats which are listed in the technical specifi cations in this manual.

  • Page 31: Listening To Network Audio Files (Media Server)

    Music Blues Brothers Made in America Green Onions 1. Screen Name / Current Mode / Menu Name 2. Last breadcrumb of current selection 3. Artist Name 4. Album Name 5. Song Name Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 32: Controller/Keypad Connection

    CONTROLLER / KEYPAD CONNECTION The MDK-C6 keypad is designed for use with our popular C-Series controllers and XStream™ X5, and connects to a keypad port on the rear of the X5. Connections are made using CAT-5e with RJ-45 connectors using T568A wire confi guration.

  • Page 33: Speaker Connection

    Do not use a common ground. Shorting between terminals will cause damage to the digital amplifi er. The XStream™ X5 supports speaker outputs for one room of audio. The 50 watt per channel stereo speaker level outputs have high-current two-channel digital amplifi ers.

  • Page 34: Adding Controller Amplifier Or A-Bus To X5

    ADDING CONTROLLER AMPLIFIER OR A-BUS TO X5 Set the Line Output to Variable in the SCS menu. D250LS Amplifi er RCA Cable Set the Line Output to Fixed in the SCS menu. A-H4 A-BUS Hub RCA Cable Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 35: Source Audio Connection

    Bluetooth audio signal is sensed. The feature to the BTC-1X transceiver, the X5 will switch from the TV audio signal to the will require that a BTC-1X is connected. The BTC-1X must be paired to a hand- Bluetooth audio signal automatically when the feature is enabled.
  • Page 36 TV on the keypad display. If the My Russound app is being used as the control of the X5, the app will indicate that the zone is on and the TV source is active. Additionally, if you...
  • Page 37 SOURCE AUDIO CONNECTIONS SCS dealer programming tool X5 Settings – S/PDIF Input confi guration Speaker Speaker Cable box Subwoofer MDK-C6 USRC Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...

  • Page 38: Ir Connection

    IR receiver and allows for use of the USRC hand held connected source component with IR, the source must be selected at the remote control. There is an IR receiver located on the front panel of the X5 for keypad or the app receiving the command. See the diagram below.

  • Page 39: Zone 12Vdc Trigger Outputs

    ZONE 12VDC TRIGGER OUTPUTS There is one 12VDC trigger on the back of the XStream™ X5. The 3.5mm jack another amplifi er. The connection for the trigger output is made using a two- provides 12VDC 100mA when the X5 is turned on and is disengaged when conductor cable with 3.5mm male mono plug at each end.

  • Page 40: Ethernet Connections

    USB DEVICE CONNECTION ETHERNET CONNECTION The XStream™ X5 has a USB 2.0/1.1 port on the rear panel for easy fi rmware screen, choose Settings, then Installation. From the Installation menu, choose updating of controller. Software can be updated by Ethernet, Wi-Fi or by USB Network settings to see the controller’s IP address and MAC address.

  • Page 41: Scs Software Download

    Bonjour. Within Saving this fi le and writing it to another X5 can help speed up the process of the Safari browser, fi rst select Bookmarks. The Safari browser shows collections programming individual X5 products in the system.

  • Page 42: Scs Software Programming

    ON commands from X5' connected on the network. Power Management of Sources - enabled / disabled per source. If enabled, the 12VDC trigger will turn on when the X5 is turned on. The Source IR command feature will also be sent as part of the power IR Learning management feature.

  • Page 43: Technical Specifi Cations

    Specification Type* Specification Text • Follow the quick guide instruction sheet to initialize the XStream™ X5 in Shipping Dimensions 13.75” x 13.75” x 4” (350mm x 350mm x 102mm) each room. Refer the LED Diagnostic guide for more information.

  • Page 44: Tech Tip

    “Stopped” which will require you to then press the Menu button to select a streaming service to play to continue. https://listenercare.siriusxm.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3615/related/1 Q: Why do I get a “Stopped” message on the X5 when I try to listen to https://help.pandora.com/customer/portal/articles/1392219-simultaneous- my account on another device?

  • Page 45: Led Diagnostic Chart

    6 times then go solid. If the Ethernet cable is connected, the Red LED will blink as a warning Booting that the X5 will reboot in wired-ethernet mode. Solid yellow LED. See page 5 “Connecting to a wireless network” Access Point Factory-Initialization Solid green LED and solid yellow LED.

  • Page 46: Warranty

    WARRANTY Before returning a unit for repair, call Russound at (603) 659-5170 for a Return Warranty Authorization number. Write this number on the shipping label and ship to: The Russound XStream X5 is fully guaranteed against all defects in materials Russound and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase.
  • Page 47 Russound X5 Controller Streamer Amplifi er Installation Manual...
  • Page 48 All rights reserved. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Russound is under license. other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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