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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 Config via your local web browser.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Ethernet Connection and Factory Reset ..............5 when prompted for a Configuration Password. Controller Front and Back Panel................6-7 This password is separate from the Russound Certified Installer password Installation Overview ....................8 that is used to unlock the controller and cannot be modified. -
Page 4: Product Overview
7 and 8 and one common IR output. easy addition of an optional BTC-1X Bluetooth receiver. If you'd like to add a • Home Theater trigger in/out. tuner, Russound manufactures the ST-1 and the XSource which can be added to the MCA-88. Key Programming Features Firmware updates can now be performed using the either the USB connection The MCA-88 Controller now has a new programming feature called Web Config. -
Page 5: Ethernet Connection And Factory Reset
DHCP. A 10-second press and hold will reset the controller to its factory default settings. Note: A unit that has been reset to factory default will have no configuration and will need to be unlocked and reconfigured by a Russound Certified Installer. Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... - 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
Double-check terminations during each phase of the installation some electrical systems. to prevent accidental damage. Incorrect wiring is the number one The power switch for the unit is on the front panel. cause for non-warranty product damage. Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... -
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 XTS In-wall Touchscreen Connections Each Russound dedicated keypad connects to a keypad port near the top left The XTS In-wall Touchscreen is an IP-connected ethernet networked device. on the rear of the controller. These RJ-45 ports support MDK-C6 and SLK-1 It needs to be connected to the same ethernet network as the MCA controller. -
Page 11: Speaker Connections
MCA-88. zone speaker set at a time starting with Zone 1, taking care to keep zone and speaker wire identities straight. Speaker Cable Snap Speaker Connector (detachable) MCA-88 Controller Speaker Output Connections Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... -
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 Connection (Optional) Digital Audio Inputs The MCA-88 supports a connection for the optional Russound BTC-1X The MCA-88 supports digital source inputs, for both coaxial and optical Bluetooth module. The BTC-1X Bluetooth module can be located up to 300 feet audio connections. -
Page 14: Multiple Controller Installation
Controller 1 to the Source 1 IN on Controller 2. Continue the audio loop to other controllers, if necessary. Rotate switch to point arrow to the intended position MCA-88 Controller (ID#1) RCA Cable CAT-5e Cable MCA-88 Controller (ID#2) XSource Linked Controllers Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... -
Page 15: Zone Amplification
Russound recommends 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
Note: The diagram at right shows the required wiring to the 12VDC Page trigger in from the phone system - this will initiate the page. Mono RCA audio cable 12VDC trigger cable Phone or Doorbell System Typical Paging Configuration (if using source 8 for paging events) Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... -
Page 17: Home Theater Triggers
The 12VDC trigger out can be used to engage any 12VDC trigger device or 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... -
Page 18: Ir Connections
IR, the source must be selected at the keypad receiving the command. Source 1 CD Player Source 2 IR emitter Tuner Source 3 MCA-88 Controller IR Connections to MCA-88 Russound MCA-88 Installation Manual... -
Page 19: System Start Up
Startup: red LED will turn solid yellow after approx. 20 sec. Zone LEDs will • Check for firmware updates available for your Russound equipment to blink 1 second apart make sure the MCA is up-to-date to take advantage of any additional Network Status: OK - solid green LED, Error - blinking yellow LED features and supporting services. -
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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