Speaker Connections - Russound MCA-88X Installation Manual

Speaker Output Connections
The MCA-88X offers amplified speaker outputs for zones 1-6. These 40 watt per
channel stereo speaker level outputs have high-current two-channel digital
amplifiers. Each speaker connection requires a minimum 8 ohm load.
Line level outputs are available for all 8 zones and each of these outputs can be
configured for fixed or variable output.
The speakers are connected to the MCA-88X using the supplied modular snap
speaker connectors. Each of these color coded connectors is designated for
the speaker set of a particular amplified zone. To avoid confusion, connect one
zone speaker set at a time starting with Zone 1, taking care to keep zone and
speaker wire identities straight.
Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the end of each speaker cable jacket. Then
strip 1/4 inch (0.7 cm) of insulation off each wire. Twist the speaker wire strands
together so there are no strands separated from the bundle.
Lift the locking lever for each connection until it locks open and insert the
proper speaker wire, matching channel and polarity for all four wires. Snap
the lever down. Check to make sure there are no stray strands of wire outside
the terminals. If there are, remove the wire, twist the strands together, and
reconnect the wire to the terminal. Insert the modular connector into its
designated output on the back of the MCA-88X.
Speaker Cable
MCA-88X Controller
Speaker Output Connections
Russound MCA-88X Installation Manual

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

Snap Speaker Connector
(detachable)
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