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Russound SMZ8 Installation Manual

Russound SMZ8 Installation Manual

8 source / 8 zone controller amplifier with built-in streamer
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8 Source / 8 Zone Controller Amplifier with Built-in Streamer
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  • Page 1 SMZ8 SMZ8 8 Source / 8 Zone Controller Amplifier with Built-in Streamer I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E...
  • Page 2 There are two things that must be done at the time of installation of this product that require a working internet connection: Enter valid Russound Certified Installer credentials. The SMZ8 is shipped in a locked state so that it cannot be operated without first being configured by a Russound Certified Installer.
  • Page 3 NOTICE LOCKDOWN FEATURE When the SMZ8 is shipped from Russound or when reset to factory default conditions, it will only operate in a “locked” state. In this state, no audio or control is available. In order to unlock the system, valid Russound Certified Installer credentials must be entered using our convenient Web Config browser-based configuration utility or through the Russound app.
  • Page 4 KEY FEATURES Thank you for choosing the Russound SMZ8 Controller Amplifier with Built-in Streamer to enhance your home’s entertainment with easy-to use multiroom audio. Key Features: • Built-in Audio Streamer – The SMZ8 includes the same hi-res audio streamer that is used in the popular Russound MBX-PRE and MBX-AMP products.
  • Page 5 Control4, RTI, and URC • Firmware Updateable – As new features or software improvements are released by Russound, your SMZ8 can be kept up to date with an option for automatically updating • Web Config – Web Config is a hosted webpage on the SMZ8 where all of the installation configuration and settings are maintained.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT OVERVIEW WHAT’S IN THE BOX • 1 Russound SMZ8 Controller Amplifier • 6 Removable, screw-down, 4 conductor speaker terminals • 1 6’ Power Cord (International Model Available with UK, EURO, and AUS cords) • 1 Set of Rack Mount Ears with Mounting Screws (Rack Mount Screws Not Included) •...
  • Page 7 ARC, Optical and Coax Digital Audio Speaker outputs (6) – 50W per chan- Inputs (6) – Audio connections third-par- nel @8 ohms, stereo speaker outputs ty devices (i.e., TV, cable boxes, Blu-ray for zones 1 through 6. Minimum 4 ohm players). impedance. SMZ8 Installation Guide...
  • Page 8 2 ports can be used. When either of the 2 ports is connected to the network, the second port can be used to connect an additional network device. Please note that if the Wi-Fi connection is used for the SMZ8, a device connected to the SMZ8 ethernet port will NOT receive network connectivity.
  • Page 9 Option 3 (iOS Devices Only) You can set up the SMZ8 Wi-Fi information using any IOS device on the same network by using its “Add an AirPlay speaker” function from its Wi-Fi setup screen.
  • Page 10 Fing (Free for iOS and Android) to discover the IP address. 2. SMZ8 Hostname – The hostname is printed on a label on the rear of the SMZ8. The hostname is formatted as SMZ8-XXXX where XXXX is the last four digits of the SMZ8’s MAC ID.
  • Page 11 If set to “Wired”, the Wi-Fi connection will be disabled but please note that due to some 3rd party requirements, if an internet connection is not present on the wired connection, the SMZ8 will enter soft AP mode and broadcast a local AP.
  • Page 12 “automatic” setting is always recommended. When set to “Wired”, the SMZ8’s Wi-Fi radio will be disabled. The only way to connect the SMZ8 to a network will be by use of the Wired Ethernet connection.
  • Page 13 The next screen of First Time Setup is for the Time Zone Country and Region. This is important to set properly because the SMZ8 has advanced alarm and scheduling functions that require knowing the exact time in order to function properly.
  • Page 14 Note: Updating the SMZ8 will not erase any of the settings or configuration steps that you have already done. Select “Done” to exit the First Time Setup menu and the SMZ8 will take you to the Web Config Status page for further configuration steps. If the SMZ8 has not yet been unlocked, the next step will be to unlock the product for use.
  • Page 15 – No account information is needed to access vTuner If you wish to associate an SMZ8 with a vTuner account so that you can share vTuner favorites across multiple devices, you can select “Get Access Code”...
  • Page 16 AirPlay Password The SMZ8 supports an optional AirPlay password feature that when set, requires a password in order for an iOS device to stream to the SMZ8 using AirPlay. You’ll find the AirPlay password settings using Web Config in the “Setup”...
  • Page 17 In order to pair a Bluetooth device with the SMZ8’s internal streamer, you must enter Bluetooth Pairing Mode. To enter pairing mode, select “Bluetooth” as the selection in the built-in audio streamer of the SMZ8 using the Russound app and then select “Scan for other Bluetooth devices” and complete the pairing using your phone/tablet.
  • Page 18 LISTENING TO AIRPLAY STREAMING VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS Important: The SMZ8 should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Do not block vents above or to the sides of the unit, as it requires ventilation for proper operation. Do not expose to excessive dust, and do not allow dust to build up on the unit and block vent holes.
  • Page 19 They help provide ventilation space at the bottom of the amplifier. One empty rack space should be left above and below the SMZ8 to allow adequate ventilation. ANTENNAS The SMZ8 includes 2 external Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antennas which should be attached to the rear panel.
  • Page 20 If there are, remove the wire, twist the strands together, and reconnect the wire to the terminal. When ready, insert the connector into its designated output on the back of the SMZ8. SMZ8 Installation Guide...
  • Page 21 CONNECTING AUDIO SOURCES SOURCE CONNECTIONS The SMZ8 can have up to 8 audio sources in any combination of its available analog or digital connections. The built-in audio streamer is defaulted to be Source 1, leaving Sources 2-7 available. If desired, the built-in streamer can be bypassed, and a different audio source used instead of it.
  • Page 22 All of these are configured in the Source setup menu in Web Config. Global/Local Sources Sources in the SMZ8 are normally configured as “Global” sources that are available to all rooms/zones within the home but they can also be restricted...
  • Page 23 Keep in mind that only 8 total sources may be used. So, if using 3 SMZ8 for a 24-zone system, it is possible to use up to 3 of the built-in streamers, leaving 5 other source options available for use. Careful consideration must be made in planning such a system so that the non- streamer sources can be properly set up.
  • Page 24 CONNECTING AUDIO SOURCES So, if you are creating a 24-zone system with 3 SMZ8 units and using their 3 built-in streamers as sources, then source numbers 1, 4, and 5 will be used by the streamers and sources 2, 6, 7, and 8 are available for other sources.
  • Page 25 Bluetooth inputs. For example, if the homeowner frequently has guests in their kitchen and in their pool area, they can use the SMZ8’s built- in BTC-2X Bluetooth connection for one of those areas and use an optional Russound BTC-2 kit for the second area.
  • Page 26 Russound app, etc. With 4 easily re- configurable favorite buttons, it allows anyone to access their favorite music without any hassles or delays.
  • Page 27 MULTIPLE CONTROLLER INSTALLATION MULTIPLE CONTROLLER INSTALLATION Up to 6 SMZ8 controllers can be linked together in the same installation to create up to an 8-source, 48-zone audio system. Adding additional SMZ8 units will expand the number of available zones of audio but will NOT expand the maximum number of sources available.
  • Page 28 SHARING THE BUILT-IN STREAMER The SMZ8 built-in streamer can be shared with additional controllers and when you have more than one SMZ8, each one’s built-in streamer can be shared with the other SMZ8 controllers in the system. To accomplish this, there is a dedicated Streamer Out Analog RCA connection on the rear of the SMZ8 located between the Source Inputs and the Source Loop Outputs.
  • Page 29 For installations where satellite internet service is the only available option, Russound recommends using UPnP-based NAS drives, flash drives, or local AirPlay/casting-type solutions from a dedicated audio source rather than internet audio streaming.
  • Page 30 If your SMZ8 cannot communicate on the network, you can reset its DHCP connection by pressing and holding the button for 3 seconds and then releasing it. This will restore the SMZ8 to a DHCP connection from a static IP connection. This will also reset the network connection type to “Automatic”...
  • Page 31 FOR A FULL FACTORY RESET, ERASING ALL CONFIGURATION SETTINGS, AND RE-LOCKING THE SMZ8: Press and hold the Factory Reset button on the rear of the SMZ8 for 10 seconds. The front panel status LED will flash and the SMZ8 will reboot on its own.
  • Page 32 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Russound/FMP, Inc. declares that the radio equipment contained in the SMZ8 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.russound.com/conformity...
  • Page 33 Luxembourg (LU), Hungary (HU), Malta (MT), Netherlands (NL), Austria (AT), Poland (PL), Portugal (PT), Romania (RO), Slovenia (SI), Slovakia (SK), Finland (FI), Sweden (SE), Turkey (TR), Norway (NO), Switzerland (CH), Iceland (IS), and Liechtenstein (LI), the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland (UK(NI)). UK(NI) SMZ8 Installation Guide...
  • Page 34 Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since this may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or SMZ8 Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; B. Objects have fallen, liquid has been spilled into the appliance; C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance SMZ8 Installation Guide...
  • Page 36 Apparatets stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt med jord, som giver forbindelse til stikproppens jord (for Denmark). Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. SMZ8 Installation Guide...
  • Page 37 LIMITED WARRANTY Russound/FMP, Inc. warrants to the original retail purchaser that this product will be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for the following periods (“Warranty Period”) and subject to the limitations and exclusions set forth below: Lifetime...
  • Page 38 Russound or Russound’s authorized repair facility. Certain Russound products may permit access to third-party content providers and/or may support third- party technologies such as specific codecs or file formats.
  • Page 39 For the name of your nearest authorized Russound dealer, contact: Russound, 200 International Drive, Suite 155, Portsmouth, NH 03801, or call 1 (603) 659- 5170. Please be advised that Russound products are only sold via the Internet through a select group of authorized Internet dealers. These are listed at www.russound.com.
  • Page 40 Please fill in your product information and retain this for your records. You may also submit your warranty registration information online on www. russound.com/warranty-registration, but you must still retain all proof of purchase information should warranty service ever be required.
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  • Page 44 Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. ©2024 Russound/FMP, Inc. All rights reserved. Russound, and the Russound logo are registered trademarks of Russound/ FMP, Inc. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice.