Product Overview - Russound MCA-C3 User And Installation Manual

Thank you for choosing the Russound MCA-C3 multizone controller amplifier
to enhance your home with multiroom audio.
The MCA-C3 caters to homeowners who want control over their multiroom
audio systems with such capabilities as infrared (IR) tools to manage the system
from anywhere in the house. Six source inputs, simplified programming, and
user adjustable sound controls make listening to music throughout the home
easier than ever.
Key features include:
• 6 sources delivered to up to 6 zones for sharing music throughout the
home
• Scalable to 36 zones by connecting up to six controllers
• Incorporates RNET smart sources, transmitting metadata (song, artist and
other information) for display on the keypads
• A built-in AM/FM tuner with RDS support (source 1 optional use)
• Supported user interfaces are MDK-C5 keypad and UNO-TS2 touchscreen
• EuP compliant for low power standby mode
• Audio paging with a DC voltage trigger input
• Party mode, Do Not Disturb, and source / zone linking options
• Alarm clock and sleep timer
• A remote control with simplified programming and control via intelligent
IR learning capabilities for quick setup
• Ethernet connectivity for programming and control
• Front panel USB port for programming ease
• SCS-C5 Configuration software for PC programming
• Rear panel RS232 port for integration with third party control systems
• Source power management with line level auto-sensing
• Twelve channels of analog amplification rated at 20 watts per channel
• Line level outputs for zones 1 and 2
• Six zone specific 12VDC trigger outputs
• Routed IR source control outputs for each source, and one
common IR output
• Home Theater trigger in/out
• Controller Wake On LAN support
Important Note: SCS-C5 Configuration software is necessary to program the
MCA-C3 system. It can be downloaded from the Document Center at www.
russound.com.
Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual

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