Xantech MRAUDIO8X8M, MRC88M installation instructions Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8mPage

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PROBLEM

PROBABLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION

 

 

Unit will not learn IR commands from certain brands and

a) Because of the wide variety of IR coding and

models of remotes.

timing relationships (there are no industry

 

standards), there are some IR commands that are

 

not learnable by the Dragon Drop-IR™.

 

Be sure to test all components first to see that

 

their IR command codes are learnable by Dragon

 

Drop-IR and are executable by the MRC88m

 

before selecting final components for the system.

 

To aid you in this selection, see CAUTION card

 

included with these instructions for the latest

 

information relating to code compatibility.

 

NOTE: Certain IR commands that are not

 

normally learnable, or those that operate more

 

correctly when learned with special techniques at

 

Xantech, are available on the CD ROM that

 

comes with Dragon. These, and the most recent

 

updates to these files, are available on the

 

Xantech web site at www.xantech.com. Contact

 

Technical Support for details.

 

b) Components using IR carriers higher than 71 kHz

 

cannot be learned directly. Most are learnable,

 

however, when down-converted by Xantech

 

products such as the 291P, PMS12, 291-455,

 

MS455, etc. Refer to the Xantech Product

 

Catalog and contact Technical Support for details.

 

Be sure you have the Make and Model number of

 

the component and its remote before contacting

 

Technical Support.

 

 

"Record ERROR, try again" shows on screen while

Do the following:

learning IR commands or “No IR Recorded” message is

a) Repeat the Learning procedures.

displayed.

You may have to experiment with the distance the

 

remote is held away from the IR SENSOR on the

Sometimes the command "takes" but does not operate

front of the MRC88m. For most cases it will need

the device.

to be within one inch of the Learning eye.

 

b) Vary the amount of time you hold down the

This may occur if you hold the "teaching" remote too far

"teaching" remote's buttons. Most of the time only

away, too close, or at too great an angle to the front of

a brief tap is necessary.

the MRC88m, or, IR interference is present.

c) Be sure there are no sources of strong IR

 

interference near the MRC88m (such as CFL

Also, with some remotes, you may be holding down the

lamps, TVs, Your Computer Monitor, Neon

buttons for too long or too short a period of time when

lighting, etc.). Shade or move the location of the

"teaching" the commands.

MRC88m as necessary.

 

 

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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 Front Panel MRC88M Front Panel Features and ConnectionsSystem Status Power-Up Mode 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 applicationsVideo Connections MRC88m Only Audio ConnectionsBASIC/ADVANCED Advanced CSM1 Threshold AdjustmentsBASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Zone Related Wiring ConnectionsStatus BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Composite VideoModulated Video Zone IR BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Control OutCO1 and CO2 Zones 7 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/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Computer Requirements Minimum Basic Mode Advanced Mode Expanded ModePlanning the System 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 Creating a Palette File BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED To Rename an Existing FunctionTo Add a New Function Importing CCF Files Getting Source Commands from the InternetEditing BRAND, COMPONENT, and Function Lists Importing Discrete IR Hex Codes ADVANCED/EXPANDED Entering RS232 Command StringsRS232 Palette Editor Window Using PC TestUsing MRC88m Test Creating an RS232 Palette File Creating AN RS232 Palette File ADVANCED/EXPANDEDProgramming The Controller Downloading Source Icons to the Keypad Creating NEW IconsSelecting Icons from the Icon Generator 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 ControllersPhysical Connections in Expanded Mode Programming in Expanded ModeEnabling 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 ?5SS3+ 7PR1+?5SS+ 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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