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- Page 1 M C A - C 5 U L T I Z O N E O N T R O L L E R MCA-C5 8 Source Multizone Controller Amplifier User and Installation Manual...
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through the openings. Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. - Page 3 For complete guidelines on antenna grounding procedures, please consult the National Electrical Code, Section 810, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984. Antenna Lead-In Wire Grounding Conductors Ground Clamps Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SAFETY - OUTdOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION Electric Service Equipment Power Service Grounding Electrode System...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Multiple Controller Installation ...21 Trigger Connections ...22 Additional Ports and Antenna Connections ...26 SCS-C5 Configuration Software ...27 System Start Up...28 Remote Control Programming ...29 Remote Control Device Codes ...31 Technical specifications ...37 Warranty ...38 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual... -
Page 5: Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Russound MCA-C5 multizone controller amplifier to enhance your home with multiroom audio. The MCA-C5 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. -
Page 6: Controller Illustrations
M C A - C 5 U L T I Z O N E O N T R O L L E R Front Panel with cover removed Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Removable cover to access IR window and USB port... - Page 7 (with software) for each zone Paging Audio Gain Page Audio In/Loop Out Adjusts sensitivity (optional Source 8) Rear Panel Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual CONTROLLER REAR pANEL Home Theater 12 VDC Trigger Activates source power management when sharing sources with home theater...
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Page 8: Keypad Features
Alarm Sleep Timer HOME MENU MDK-C5 Keypad Functions Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual LCD Screen - Gray scale graphic screen shows source and system navigation screens IR Talk-back LED - Lights red to indicate IR signal receipt Menu - List of options... -
Page 9: Keypad Usage
4:30 PM Turn off active alarm - Press the power button on the keypad or SRC-C5 remote control. Snooze - Press the pause button on the keypad or the SRC-C5 remote control. Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual KEYpAd USAGE... - Page 10 Diagnostics - The MDK-C5 provides the portal to a support tunnel when an installer needs Russound’s help troubleshooting an MCA-C5 system. From the main menu, select "Settings," then "Installation." Choose "Authorize Support." On the Authorize support screen, select "On." A session number will be provided in the Session Number box.
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Page 11: Remote Control Illustration
Power - Turn the selected source on or off. Russound Zone Control - Activates control of Russound system controller and keypads, and its connected sources. Numeric Keys - Directly enter channels (e.g. 09 or 31). -
Page 12: Installation Overview
A single-space rack mount vent or about 1.75 inches must be kept clear above and below the unit. Installation The MCA-C5 controller can be rack mounted or placed on a shelf in an equipment rack. The controller will occupy two rack spaces with the feet removed. -
Page 13: Installation Guide
To attach the rack ears, locate the five rack mount holes on each side of the controller’s chassis. Align the holes in the rack ears with the holes in the chassis. Insert and tighten the screws. Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual INSTALLATION GUIdE Rack Ear... -
Page 14: Keypad Rear Illustration
Selects "Run" or Insert cable here for firmware updates. Requires "Program" mode Advanced Programming Cable P/N 2500-521065. MDK-C5 Keypad (rear) Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual CAUTION Mounting screws must be hand- tightened. Over-tightening the mounting screws can cause the buttons to jam and malfunction. -
Page 15: Keypad Ir Connection
External IR Connection to MDK-C5 Keypad The MDK-C5 keypad has an External IR Receiver In terminal for connecting an external IR Receiver such as the Russound 858, SaphIR 862 Eye, or SaphIR 860 Phantom. Use 2 twisted pair wire with one pair connecting GND (GROUND) and IR (SIGNAL) and the other pair connecting ST (STATUS) and V+ (+12VDC). -
Page 16: Color Plate Conversion
Display Lens to clean if necessary. Never use cleaning agents as this can cause streaking or permanent damage to either part. Display Lens Frame Plate Keypad Disassembly / Assembly Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Screws Screws Trim Plate... -
Page 17: Controller / Keypad Connections
The eight keypad ports correspond to the eight zones supported by the MCA-C5. When a connected keypad is powered on, the zone becomes active and the corresponding zone LED lights up on the front of the MCA-C5 controller. Connections are made using CAT-5e with RJ-45 connectors using T568A wire configuration. -
Page 18: Speaker Connections
Do not use a common ground. Shorting between terminals will cause damage to the digital amplifier. The MCA-C5 supports speaker outputs for zones 1 through 6. These 40 watt per channel stereo speaker level outputs have high-current two-channel digital amplifiers. -
Page 19: Source Connections
RNET Source Data Connections The RNET Link In and Link Out can be used to connect the MCA-C5 to other specified Russound RNET-enabled source equipment. The connection is made using a CAT-5e patch cable from the Link Out of the controller and into the Link In of the RNET-enabled source. -
Page 20: Ir Connections
IR CONNECTIONS IR Connections Routed IR Outputs These six routed IR emitter outputs are supported by the MCA-C5 IR engine and support IR pass-through. They are also carried by the RNET Link cable to additional controllers. Attach the end of the IR emitter with the 3.5mm plug to the IR emitter port. -
Page 21: Multiple Controller Installation
ID number for multi-controller systems, and to put the MCA-C5 into Firmware Update mode. If two or more MCA-C5 controllers are connected using the RNET Link In and Link Out ports, each controller must have a unique controller ID prior to being connected through the RNET ports. -
Page 22: Trigger Connections
The trigger can be used to engage any 12VDC trigger device or component that does not exceed 100mA, such as the Russound R235LS amplifier. The connections for the trigger outputs are made using a two-conductor cable with 3.5mm male mini-plug ports at each end. - Page 23 Paging Audio IN/OUT The MCA-C5 has a paging audio input and loop output on Source 8 (right channel only) that accepts line level audio signals via RCA cables. The paging inputs interface with the page output of a telephone system or other peripheral device.
- Page 24 Home Theater Triggers These triggers are used to integrate with home theater systems that can provide a 12 volt trigger. The MCA-C5 can be used to power manage sources that are being shared with the home theater system. For example, the power management system will check to see the state of the home theater before powering down source gear.
- Page 25 Home Theater Receiver 12V trigger cable MCA-C5 Controller Power strip Power cord Power cords 120VAC outlet ACT-1 CD Player Tuner Loop to other 12VDC triggered device 12V trigger cable Sample Configuration - Home Theater Trigger Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual...
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Page 26: Additional Ports And Antenna Connections
AddITIONAL CONNECTIONS RS232 Serial Interface The RS232 serial port is located on the back of the MCA-C5 and use a DB-9 cable connection. The MCA-C5 supports RS232 communication with various third-party automation systems through the RS232 port. The RS232 port supports a standard 19.2 kHz baud rate, This port can also used for firmware... -
Page 27: Scs-C5 Configuration Software
The necessary software (SCS-C5) to program and configure the system is available via download from the Doc Center at www.russound.com. With your PC laptop, you can configure the system prior to connecting with the MCA-C5 controller. The software has a Source Setup Wizard to aid in the setup and basic configuration of the sources. -
Page 28: System Start Up
Check connections from the keypads and speakers to the controller(s). • If the keypad doesn't respond to commands ensure the OS update jumper on the rear of the keypad is in the RUN position (on the lower pins). Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual... -
Page 29: Remote Control Programming
Repeat step 4 for the remaining digits, using 2 for the second digit, and so on. Numeric Keypad - Enter IR codes and numeric input To check for other device codes, repeat steps 1-5, using the appropriate key. Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual... - Page 30 Press a device key (VID, DVD, etc.). Press and hold SET until the red LED blinks twice, then release. Enter 9-9-3 and then press VOL-. The LED blinks four times. Volume is independently controlled for the selected devices. Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual...
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Page 31: Remote Control Device Codes
30189, 30193, 30346, 31089, 31189, 31510, 31798 31764 31437 Sanyo 30219, 30801, 31251, 31469, 31801 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES Scott 30163, 30322 Sharp 3 0186, 30771, 31286, 31361, 31386 Sharper Image 30797, 31263, 31385, 31409, 31410,... - Page 32 30009, 30032, 30053, 30155, 30179, 30254 30305, 30420, 30468, 30764, 31062 30003, 30626, 30873 Realistic 30155, 30164, 30175, 30179, 30180, 30000 30420 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Rotel 30157, 30420 30157 Sansui 30157, 30202, 30305 Sanyo 30087, 30179 Scott...
- Page 33 Sonic Blue 20869, 21099, 21970, 22002 21914, 21976 Sony 20533, 20772, 20864, 21033, 21533, 20782, 21159 21903, 21904, 21934, 21981, 22020 20539 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES Sova 21122 Sungale 21074 Superscan 20821 20860, 21105...
- Page 34 10047, 10054, 10154, 10156, 10178 11929, 11944 Magnasonic 11913, 11928 10030, 10813 10833, 10840 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Magnavox 10020, 10024, 10030, 10036, 10054, 10096, 10179, 10186, 10187, 10386, 10706, 10802, 11254, 11454, 11904, 11913, 11931, 11944 Magnin...
- Page 35 20041, 20061, 20106, 20175 Hauppauge 21992 21972 Headquarter 20046 20278 Hewlett Packard 21972 20035 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES HI-Q 20047 Hitachi 20000, 20037, 20041, 20042, 20089, 20105, 20166, 21037, Howard Computers 21972 21972...
- Page 36 20040, 20045, 20061 20037 20240 21972 20000 21972 20000, 20035, 20042, 20047, 20048, 20060, 20062, 20072, 20081, 20212, 20240, 20760 20000, 20035, 20072 20038 20000, 20033, 20034, 20039, 20209, 20479, 20637, 21139, 21479 21972 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual...
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Page 37: Technical Specifications
Power requirements: 275mA @ 12VDC MAX CAT-5e connection: RJ-45 (T568A standard) Wall surface dimensions: 4.5"W x 4.5"H Inside box dimensions: 3.5"W x 1.5"D x 2.75"H Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual TECHNICAL SpECIFICATIONS Display: 70 mm W x 35 mm H high resolution LCD Controls: Eleven backlit hard buttons (11.43 x 11.43 cm) -
Page 38: Warranty
To return for repairs, the unit must be shipped to Russound at the owner’s expense, along with a note explaining the nature of service required. Be sure to pack the unit in a corrugated container with at least three (3) inches of resilient material to protect the unit from damage in transit. - Page 39 NOTES Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual...
- Page 40 ©2008 Russound. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Russound is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions. MCA-C5 8 Source Multizone Controller Amplifier User and Installation Manual Russound, Inc.