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- Page 1 MCA-88 8 Source, 8 Zone Controller Amplifier Installation Manual...
- Page 2 IP address (type http:// and then the IP address). from the Russound website to your laptop or to a USB drive before going to the job site. If you are using the MyRussound App, the IP address appears as a link that will direct you to the Web-SCS via your local web browser.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Ethernet Connection and Factory Reset ..............13 Multiple Controller Installation ................14 Zone Amplification ......................15 Page Input Source ......................16 Home Theater Triggers ....................17 IR Connections ......................18 System Start Up......................19 Troubleshooting ......................20 Technical specifications .....................21 Limited Warranty ......................21 Safety Information .......................22 Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... -
Page 4: Product Overview
Smart Tuner MCA-88 Feature Overview • Simplified programming and control via intelligent IR learning capabilities Available User interfaces: The MCA-88 works with the MDK-C6 keypad, SLK1 for quick setup. keypad, TS3 touchscreen, and the MyRussound App. For information about • Fixed/Variable line level outputs for all zones. - Page 5 Support address can be configured later. Center at www.russound.com. With your Windows (XP, 7, or 8.x) laptop, you The IP Address of the MCA controller can be obtained via several methods.
- Page 6 CONTROLLER FRONT PANEL Power Button Zone LED Indicators visible Removable Cover to access IR Red LED indicates "Power On" window behind cover Front Panel Red IR LED (talk-back) IR Programming IR Receiver Window Front Panel with cover removed Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual...
- Page 7 AC Voltage Switch Fuse Holder Paging Audio Gain Page Audio In/Loop Out Select appropriate voltage Holds replaceable fuse for Adjusts sensitivity (optional) AC input connection Rear Panel Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual...
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Page 8: Installation Overview
If you have to run them parallel, make sure to space the wires at least two feet from the AC line. If you need to cross an AC line it The MCA-88 controller can be rack mounted or placed on a shelf in an should be at a 90° angle. -
Page 9: Installation Guide
8 ohm load. Standard 16-gauge 4-conductor stranded speaker wire can be run up to 125 feet; 14-gauge wire can be run up to 250 feet. RJ-45 CAT-5 Wiring Scheme RJ-45 RJ-45 Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... -
Page 10: Controller / Keypad Connections
CONTROLLER / KEYPAD CONNECTION Controller / Keypad Connection Note: The keypad ports are only to be used with Russound keypads and are NOT to be used for any ethernet or computer networking connections. The Each Russound dedicated keypad connects to a keypad port near the top Russound keypad ports output 12VDC that will damage networking products. -
Page 11: Speaker Connections
Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the end of each speaker cable jacket. Then The MCA-88 offers amplified speaker outputs for zones 1-6. These 40 watt per strip 1/4 inch (0.7 cm) of insulation off each wire. Twist the speaker wire strands channel stereo speaker level outputs have high-current two-channel digital together so there are no strands separated from the bundle. -
Page 12: Source Connections
RNET Source Data Connections On the MCA-88, sources 1 through 8 have standard stereo audio inputs. All The RNET Link ports can be used to connect the MCA-88 to other Russound source inputs have audio signal sensing. These sources can be programmed RNET-enabled source equipment. -
Page 13: Bluetooth® And Digital Inputs
Bluetooth module. The BTC-1X Bluetooth module can be located up to 300 feet as for enabling control via the MyRussound App. The default network setting away from the MCA-88 using CAT-5 wire terminated via T568A, allowing the is DHCP-enabled, but it may be configured with a static IP address using the user to connect their smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth within range of the SCS-C5 software or Web-SCS. -
Page 14: Multiple Controller Installation
Note: Only a single BTC-1X may be connected in a system. The connection is made to Controller 1. The audio signal is then passed to each additional The RNET Link ports can be used to connect two or more (up to 6) MCA-88 controller as described above. -
Page 15: Zone Amplification
Russound recomments dedicated amplifiers for outdoor amplifier is being connected to for its particular zone. areas or large rooms where more power is needed. The Russound D250LS is perfect for such applications. Speaker cable... -
Page 16: Page Input Source
PAGE INPUT SOURCE Paging Audio IN The MCA-88 has a paging audio input on Source 8 (right channel only) that Tip - Pos (+) accepts line level audio signals via an RCA cable. The paging input interfaces with the page output of a telephone system or other peripheral device. -
Page 17: Home Theater Triggers
These triggers are used to integrate with home theater systems that utilize component such as the Russound D850 Amplifier. The connections for the a 12VDC trigger. The MCA-88 can be used to power manage sources that trigger out are made using a two-conductor cable with 3.5mm male mini-plug are being shared with the home theater system. -
Page 18: Ir Connections
Routed IR Outputs Common IR These six routed IR emitter outputs are supported by the MCA-88 IR engine This output is supported by the MCA-88 IR engine and supports IR pass- and support IR pass-through. Zones 1 and 7 share an output as do Zones 2 through from any of the IR sources or zones. -
Page 19: System Start Up
The LED will not be lit if the Factory Initialization keypad is not turned on or is absent. If SCS-C5 cannot connect to the MCA-88, follow these steps to perform a 10. Check operation of all keypad functions. network configuration reset. -
Page 20: Technical Specifications
To return for repairs, Speaker connection: 6 detachable 4 pole connectors the unit must be shipped to Russound at the owner’s expense, along with a Keypad ports: 6 RJ-45 T568A standard note explaining the nature of service required. -
Page 21: Safety Information
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. the appliance cabinet, take it to qualified service personnel Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme overturn. for inspection. NMB-003 du Canada. Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... - Page 22 Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual...
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- Page 24 MCA-88 8 Source, 8 Zone Controller Amplifier Installation Manual Russound, Inc. 1 Forbes Road, Newmarket, NH 03857 ©2015 Russound. All rights reserved. tel 603.659.5170 • fax 603.659.5388 All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. email: tech@russound.com www.russound.com Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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