Xantech MRAUDIO8X8M, MRC88M installation instructions Programming Sequences Macros

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Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m

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1.Select the KEYPAD tab in the MRC88m Systems window

2.Click the desired Source button on the virtual MRC88m Keypad.

3.Click the Function button you wish to place a command under and select the applicable command from the palette for that component function. The code name (function/brand/component) for that button will appear in the Macro Command List on the MRC88m Programming Module.

4.To add additional commands to the same button (i.e. creating a Macro Sequence), just repeat steps 2 & 3. Up to 40 Commands can be placed under each programmable button (See: “Programming Sequences”)

5.Repeat for all buttons / all sources.

(ADVANCED/EXPANDED)

In ADVANCED and EXPANDED modes, the Keypad is totally configurable per zone. Therefore, commands placed under a specific source bank are not automatically copied to all of the other zones keypads unless that is your intention (see Punch All under Editing Commands). To place commands under a specific Zones Keypad, proceed as follows:

1.Select the ZONES tab in the MRC88m Systems window.

2.In the “SELECT ZONE’ box, select the zone’s Keypad to be programmed.

3.Click the desired Source button on the virtual MRC88m Keypad.

4.Click the Function button you wish to place a command under and select the applicable command from the palette for that component function. The code name (function/brand/component) for that button will appear in the Macro Command List on the MRC88m Programming Module.

5.To add additional commands to the same button (i.e. creating a Macro Sequence), just repeat steps 2 & 3. Up to 40 Commands can be placed under each programmable button (See: “Programming Sequences”)

6.Repeat for all buttons / all sources.

PROGRAMMING SEQUENCES (MACROS)

All programmable buttons on the MRC88m Keypad can be programmed to send IR sequences of up to 40 commands (all buttons except for Volume UP/DOWN and STATUS).

1.Click the button to be programmed.

2.Open all palettes to be used in the sequence.

3.In the palette, click on the commands in the order of the sequence to be sent.

4.The order of the commands in the sequence can be changed by simply dragging the command towards the desired position in the list. Press and hold the left mouse button with the cursor over the desired command. While holding, drag the command to the desired position in the list and release.

NOTE: As you drag a command upward in the list and you want the command between two existing commands, drop it on the lower one. As you drag downward, drop it on the upper one.

TIMED DELAYS

Timed Delays can be placed in a sequence. This is desired in macros where a delay is needed between two commands to allow for a unit to respond completely to the previous command (i.e. After a POWER ON command is given a Delay is usually necessary before the next command will be recognized or when entering multiple digit channel commands to a CBL or SAT box).

1.Click the left < and right > arrows under “DELAY” in the Macro Command List window for the number of seconds you want up to 30 seconds (i.e. 2 = 2 seconds) or simply highlight the number in the Delay window and enter the number using the keyboard.

2.Double-click the word “DELAY” or if entering from the keyboard simply hit ENTER on the keyboard. This will place the delay at the end of the Command List and the delay time appears on the list (e.g., Delay 2 Sec).

3.Left Click and Drag the “Delay 2 Sec” line and drop it between any two commands you have placed on the Command List.

NOTE: As you drag a command upward in the list and you want the command between two existing commands, drop it on the lower one. As you drag downward, drop it on the upper one.

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Contents Model MRC88m Model MRAUDIO8x8m Not Expose this Appliance to Rain or Moisture Safety Instructions Read Before Operating EquipmentTable of Contents Programming the Controller ADVANCED/EXPANDED Programming Tweaking the System Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m Xantech Corporation MRC88m system includes the following components General InformationModel MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m System Overview System Block DiagramCONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Features Keypad Features MRC88M Front Panel Features and Connections System Status Power-Up ModeFront Panel Zone Status Active-Operational Mode Source Component Input Connections MRC88M Rear Panel Features and ConnectionsSource Loop-Thru Connections MRC88m Keypad MRC88M Keypad Front FeaturesModel MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m MRC88M Keypad Rear Features and Connections Model MRC88m Keypad Rear Panel Features and FunctionsOperation OUT-OF-THE-BOX PRE Test BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED InstallationMRC88 Expanded Mounting and Installing the MRC88m KeypadMRC88m Keypad mounting template MRC88M Keypad Removal Optional Keypad Back-Box for pre-install applicationsAudio Connections BASIC/ADVANCEDVideo Connections MRC88m Only Advanced CSM1 Threshold AdjustmentsBASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Zone Related Wiring ConnectionsBASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Composite Video Modulated VideoStatus Control Out CO1 and CO2 Zones 7Zone IR BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED OFF Connections AT the Zone Location BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDZone IR Zone Expansion Connecting TWO MRC88M Controllers ExpandedMRC88m Keypad CAT5 Cable Lengths MRC88m Connecting Block located on rear of KeypadVideo Connections SETTING-UP the MRC88m System Pre-Programming the MRC88m Basic Mode Advanced Mode Expanded Mode Planning the SystemBASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Computer Requirements Minimum Starting MRC88M Dragon DROP-IR Software Connecting the MRC88M CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER to the PCSoftware Installation Included Hardware & Software ItemsStarting a Project BUILT-IN IR Code Library BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Learning IR Commands Creating Palette FilesLearning IR Commands BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Built-In Mfg’s IR Command LibraryRecording Toggle Command Functions To Rename an Existing Function To Add a New FunctionCreating a Palette File BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Getting Source Commands from the Internet Editing BRAND, COMPONENT, and Function ListsImporting CCF Files Importing Discrete IR Hex Codes ADVANCED/EXPANDED Entering RS232 Command StringsUsing PC Test Using MRC88m TestRS232 Palette Editor Window Creating an RS232 Palette File Creating AN RS232 Palette File ADVANCED/EXPANDEDProgramming The Controller Creating NEW Icons Selecting Icons from the Icon GeneratorDownloading Source Icons to the Keypad Placing Commands on the Virtual Keypad Basic Placing Commands Onto the Virtual KeypadSelecting RS232 Command Palettes ADVANCED/EXPANDED Selecting Internal Amplifier Commands ADVANCED/EXPANDEDProgramming Sequences Macros Editing Buttons on the Virtual Keypad Button Edit Pop-Up MenuEditing Commands in the Macro Command List Window Zone 1 thru Editing CommandsProgramming Power Management Programming Power Management and Sense Trigger CodesBasic Power Management Programming Sense Triggers Programming Sense Trigger Codes ADVANCED/EXPANDEDTesting Commands Under Power Management and Sense Triggers RC68 Code Group Zone Options ConfigurationDefault settings set in Basic Mode are as follows Name of Zone ADVANCED/EXPANDEDIR Loop Back Settings ADVANCED/EXPANDED PRE AMP Volume Adjust Settings ADVANCED/EXPANDEDTransferring the Project Configuring Commands for IR in ZoneZone Audio Input Controller Options ProgrammingExpanded Options Mode of OperationIR Routing BACK-LIGHT ControlMonitor Lockout Mode Factory default Disabled RS232 SettingsMonitor Lockout Mode Zone Linking Programming Dynamic Zone Link Mode Factory default Disabled Clear ALL RS232 Input TranslatorLink ALL Dynamic Link ALL StaticIRS232 Input Translator Programming IR Commands and SequencesRC68+ IR Code Triggered Sequencer RC68 IR Command Macro WindowInternal Amplifier Command Window Programming Internal Amplifier CommandsUsing Internal Amplifier Commands Internal Amplifier Commands Zone Expansion Connecting Multiple MRC88M ControllersProgramming in Expanded Mode Enabling Expanded ModePhysical Connections in Expanded Mode RS232 Control While in Expanded Mode Sources 1 through Completing the Programming Process Saving and BACKING-UP Files Downloading Firmware Files from the WEB Firmware Upgrade OptionsWarm Firmware Upgrade Cold Firmware UpgradeTweaking the System Trimming Source Audio Input Levels Making Fine AdjustmentsKeypad Adjustments Zone AdjustmentsSource Slection and Control Powering the Zone on and OFFSetting the Volume Accessing Tier 2 CommandsDynamic Monitor Lockout Parental Control ADVANCED/EXPANDED Zone SettingsAudio Adjustments BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED System Status BASIC/ADVANCEDExpanded RS232 Control 7PR1+ ?5SS+?5SS3+ AO+ Commands?z#PR+ QueriesVolume Level 39 Steps Keypad Button ID MRC88m Setting Level in dB +14 +12 +10 Balance Level MRC88m Left Speaker Right Speaker Attenuation SettingProblem Probable Cause and Solution TroubleshootingModel MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8mPage 96Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m Problem Probable Cause and Solution RS232 and Expansion PIN OUT Information IR Sensor SpecificationsCertifications VideoModel MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m Xantech Corporation Xantech Corporation
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