ATON DH46X manual Introduction

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DH46X 4 Source, 6 Zone Digital Audio Expansion Router

1. Introduction

Modern Convenience

The DH46X 4 Source, 6 Zone Digital Audio Expansion Router, when used with the DH44 Digital Audio Router, provides the ability to listen to 4 different audio sources in up to 28 separate areas of the home for total fl exibility and convenience. No need to have multiple audio systems in different ares, just select a source from one of ATON’s revolutionary Touch Pads, sit back and enjoy!

Elegant Control Options

Select a custom faceplate option for each touchpad to blend into the décor of every room to

t the way you live. ATON’s DHTP1 Amplifi ed Touch Pads (sold separately) provide full system control - source selection, volume, tone, mute, etc. - with no unsightly buttons. Use the included learning Remote Control to fully control each source connected to the DH46X.

Crystal Clear Digital Sound

End-to-end digital architecture means that the entire signal path of the audio system remains in the digital domain from start to fi nish. This means that noise, signal loss and other unwanted effects are never present. Each touchpad contains a 30 Watt per channel digital amplifi er that allows the user to play music at loud volume when desired. This also means that music at any volume is full and rich, without distortion and with plenty of bass!

Simple, Logical Installalation

The DH44 and DH46X connect with CAT-5 and speaker wire, making them reliable and easy to install. Any digital or analog audio source can be connected directly to the DH44 Digital Audio Router, or remotely using a DHSIP Local Source Wall Plate. Touch Pads and Wall Plates are connected to the DH46X using CAT-5 wiring (inexpensive and reliable), while speakers are con- nected to DHTP1 Amplifi ed Touch Pads using traditional speaker wire.

Entertaining Possibilities

Whole House Music and Zone Grouping features make entertaining more fun than ever. Fully customized audio options allow for control of the entire house from one location and also allow for the creation of multiple zone linking, where groups of zones work together..

Control for Parents

The Source Lock Out feature allows you to disable specifi c sources in the kid’s rooms that you don’t want them to access.

About DIGI-5 Technology

DIGI-5is a revolutionary new technology standard that provides a complete end-to-end digital audio solution over Cat-5 wiring. DIGI-5 is based on advanced digital distribution and amplifi ca- tion circuits that allow multi-room audio systems to be installed quickly and cost effectively.

DIGI-5 is a collaboratively developed technology that is licensed by the Linear Home Technology Group and is being initially integrated on a Linear group-wide basis, targeted to expand market and consumer acceptance of such systems.

Package Contents

DH46X Digital Audio Expansion Router

DH4RM Slimline IR Remote

User/Installation Manual

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Contents DH46X Page Safety Information All rights reservedOperating Temperatures & Environments PrecautionsCaring For the DH46X Contents Introduction Features Aton DH46X AccessoriesIndicator/Button Function Defining TermsFront Panel Connector Function Rear PanelSystem Design Overview/Applications PlanningPre-Construction Pre-WiringRetro-Fit Wiring/PostConstruction DH46X to DHTP1 Touch PadsLocal Sources to Touch Pads Expanded 4 Source, 8-28 Zone SystemStand-Alone No DH44 4 Source, 6 Zone System Stand-Alone 4 Source, 6 ZoneExpanded Standalone No DH44 4 Source, 6-24 Zone System Expanded System 4 Sources/24 Zones + Local SourcesConnections Source Loop Inputs Source LoopAuxiliary Power Connector AUX Power OUT DH46X DH44Zone OUT Connections DHTP1 Speaker ConnectionsSpeaker Connections System Expansion USB Port USBLocal Sources Local Source to Dhsip Connections Digital Optical Dhsip Dhsip FrontAudio Source IR Input Adding Zones to a DH44 Digital Audio Router # of Chassis Max # of Zones DH44 x DH44 x 1/DH46X x