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Table of Contents
- 1 Table of Contents
- 2 Important Safety Instructions
- 3 Planning Your System
- 4 Pre-Installation Notes
- 5 Audio Connections
- 6 Video Connections
- 7 Source Connections
- 8 Sub-Zones
- 9 Advanced System Options
- 10 Larger Systems
- 11 System Specifications
- 12 Faqs
- 13 Limited Warranty
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- Page 1 Opus 300 Multi-Room System Installation Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Video connections..................12 Русская версия данного руководства находится по адресу: Source connections..................13 Sub-zones....................14 Advanced system options................15 www.opus.eu/manuals Larger systems....................18 System specifications.................19 FAQs......................22 Limited warranty..................23 Note: All diagrams and instructions in this guide refer to the EU version... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
For safety reasons please read the following instructions and important The crossed-out wheeled bin is the European Union symbol for safety information carefully before attempting to connect the Opus 300 indicating separate collection for electrical and electronic Multi-Room System to the mains. - Page 4 Attachments - Do not use attachments which are not recommended by Grounding or Polarization - Do not defeat the safety purpose of the Opus Technologies as they may cause hazards. polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
- Page 5 Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug have the same characteristics as the original part.
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Page 6: Planning Your System
(such as an under- stair cupboard, service room or cabinet), or ... 2. If it is desired to use the same sources for the Opus system as are being used by a conventional stereo or surround sound system it is possible... - Page 7 VSU300 Video Switching Unit AMR650 / OS165CC in-ceiling speakers The VSU300 video hub works in conjunction with the MCU300 to provide When placing the ceiling-mounted speakers, thought should be given to video signals to all connected zones, via 75 Ohm video cabling positions which give the best desired sound coverage throughout a room, (RG6/CT100 co-axial cabling can be used).
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Page 8: Pre-Installation Notes
Opus A-BUS or Standard A-BUS mode. The Opus A-BUS loudspeakers. If video is required, run 75 Ohm video cable (CT100/RG6 position is for use with our own Opus WCU300 keypad and gives extra high-quality co-axial cable) from the VSU300 main zone connection either functions. - Page 9 WCU300 A-BUS Wall Control Unit WCU300 EU version Cat-5e cable The WCU300 EU version should be fitted into a standard single UK (square) 47mm deep back-box (the stainless steel/silver WCU300 EU should be fitted into a 50–60mm deep back-box/pattress). The WCU300 CU version should be fitted into a standard single US J-box. The Cat-5 cable running from the MCU300 is terminated at the 8-way colour-coded punch down connection on the rear face of the WCU300.
- Page 10 Pre-installation notes continued AMR650 / OS165CC in-ceiling speakers Standard installation would specify AMR650/OS165CC ceiling mounted speakers which are matched to the Opus 300 system for optimum audio performance. However, virtually any customer-specified speaker units may be used. Where ceiling or wall-mounted speakers are used, care should be taken to L-shaped probe used ensure that all building regulations are followed.
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Page 11: Audio Connections
Audio connections PSA65U power supply to MCU300 Connections for one MCU300 with two main zones attached: For each MCU300 with up to four main zones connected (and no sub- zones) one PSA65U is required. OS165CC OS165CC Sub-zones require a separate PSA65U power supply. For each MCU300 (with both main and sub-zones connected) two PSA65U power supplies are required. -
Page 12: Video Connections
Video connections Where a VSU300 video switcher has been specified Connections between MCU300 and VSU300 with two main zones and a sub-zone attached: The VSU300 is linked to the MCU300 via a Cat-5e patch cable (supplied with the VSU300), connected to the expansion sockets on both units. This provides power, and input switching commands direct from the system remote control or WCU300. -
Page 13: Source Connections
IR receiving window of the source equipment: Front Surround Centre Composite Video Scart Out (Composite / RGB) Video Component source Coaxial Optical S-Video Cr/Pr Cb/Pb Opus IR-1 75 Ohm video RCA/phono cable cable VIDEO INPUTS FROM SOURCES VSU300 MCU300 Audio source... -
Page 14: Sub-Zones
Sub-zones Sub-zone connections One MCU300 hub supports four main-zones and four sub-zones (eight rooms in total). Each sub-zone output is tied to a main zone output and always receives the same source as its main zone (A2 sub-zone output OS165CC OS165CC always receives the same source as A1, B2 always follows B1 etc). -
Page 15: Advanced System Options
Playstation, MP3 player). Each local source can be controlled through the Opus remote and/or keypad. Cat-5 cable LRC300 Note: The MCU300 and WCU300s must be in Opus A-BUS mode in order LIM300 to use an LIM300. Cat-5 cable Note: If you are running a sub-zone, this must always be wired via the LIM300 in the same way as the main zone. - Page 16 Advanced system options continued AMR650 Active Speakers The AMR650 active speakers can be used where it is not desired to have a keypad fitted in the wall. The AMR650 active speakers feature an IR receiver and amplifier in one of the speakers and like the WCU300 keypad do not require mains power.
- Page 17 CCTV A CCTV system may be connected to the Opus 300 Multi-Room system. Outlet with two Phono/RCA sockets Connect the monitor/TV video signal output to the VSU300 at the CCTV IN socket located on the top surface of the unit allowing the live video feed to be viewed in all connected zones.
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Page 18: Larger Systems
MCU300 hand corner of each MCU300. In order to share audio input sources with the first MCU300, the second may be joined using Opus C39 audio couplers (see diagram). These Cat-5 patch double-ended phono plugs simply connect the ‘Loop out’ sockets of the cable first MCU300, to the ‘Audio input’... -
Page 19: System Specifications
System specifications MCU300 VSU300 No. of source inputs No. of source inputs No. of loop outputs No. of loop outputs No. of external inputs/loop outputs/CCTV Source input specification 75 Ohm, composite video No. of zones per hub 4 main + 4 sub Video bandwidth 10MHz System zone maximum (4 chained MCU300s) 16 main + 16 sub... - Page 20 System specifications continued WCU300 EU version CU version AMR650 Frequency response 20 Hz–20 Hz Frequency Response 60Hz - 20kHz (+/- 2dB) Volume control range - 80 dB 32 steps <0.25% @ 5W, 1kHz Bass control range +/- 16 dB 2 dB steps Signal/Noise ratio >...
- Page 21 SRC300 Battery 2 AA/LR6 alkaline batteries Dimensions (W x H x D ) 43 x 18 x 182mm (approx) Weight 112g (inc batteries) LRC300 Battery 4 AAA/LR03 alkaline batteries OS165CC Dimensions (W x H x D ) 65 x 25 x 190mm (approx) Frequency response 58Hz–20Hz +/- 3dB Weight...
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Page 22: Faqs
1. What entertainment equipment can I connect? 6. How many remote controls can the system have? The Opus 300 system is compatible with almost any type of hi-fi or video There is no limit to the amount of remotes you can have. If required you separate. -
Page 23: Limited Warranty
If your dealer is PURPOSE. not equipped to perform the repair of your Opus Technologies product, it can be returned by your dealer to Opus Technologies or an authorised Some countries and US states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of Opus Technologies service agent. - Page 24 This product may be covered by one of more of the following patents US 7,181,023 , 6,389,139, EP 1004222, AU 739808, NZ 502982, Mexico Z41196, Canada CA2301062. Opus is committed to providing the highest levels of service and support. For full details of this product visit the Opus website: www.opus.eu Made from recyclable material Part No.
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