Xantech Detailed Manual for MRC44 Stereo Amplifier Operations and Setup

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Model MRC44

36.Controller Terminal. RJ45 Jack. Connects Keypad to zone keypad input on MRC44 Controller via CAT5 cable.

37.Expansion Terminal. RJ45 Jack. Allows a second Keypad or external IR receiver for each zone.

38.Secondary Keypad. Jumper. Used to configure as secondary keypad in zone.

39.Zone Termination. Jumper. Do not remove jumper if there is only one keypad in a zone. If there are two keypads in a zone, remove only from the first keypad.

40.Enable Sensor. Jumper. Enables IR sensor on Keypad. Remove when using an external IR receiver.

41.IR Sensitivity Adjustment. Carefully adjust for background light level to prevent false triggering of the IR circuits. Slowly turn counter-clockwise to reduce sensitivity.

42.LCD Backlight Adjustment. Adjusts brightness of LCD backlight. This adjustment does not affect the backlight level for the buttons. Slowly turn counter-clockwise to reduce brightness.

43.Snap-in Pins. These pins snap into the MRC44 Keypad wall bracket for mounting.

OPERATION – OUT-OF-THE-BOX (BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED)

The Controller/Amplifier Out-of-the-Box feature will verify that all sources and zone components are working properly to select and distribute audio and video prior to programming with Dragon Drop-IR™. Programming for specific components and features follows.

1.Connect MRC44 Controller/Amplifier as shown in Figure 13 to:

a)MRC44 Keypads

b)Speakers

c)TVs or Monitors

d)AC Power

e)Sources

f)IR emitters

2.Press “Power On” button on the front of the MRC44 Controller/Amplifier (wait for front panel LEDs to stop flashing – should be less than 20 seconds).

3.Turn on the Zone 1 TV/monitor and select the appropriate input (on the TV or monitor).

4.Turn on all sources and press play on all source components.

5.Press “POWER” on the Zone 1 Keypad.

6.Select “SRC1” on the Zone 1 MRC44 Keypad.

a)If Source 1 is an Audio/Video component, the video content of the source connected to the Source 1 inputs should be seen on the zone 1 TV/monitor.

b)Press “VOL+” on the Zone 1 Keypad. The Volume bar should move on the Keypad and the audio content of the source connected to the Source 1 inputs should be should be heard through the Zone 1 speakers.

c)Press “MUTE” on the Zone 1 Keypad. The Zone 1 speakers will mute. Press MUTE again and the speakers will un-mute. (Pressing VOL+ or VOL- will also un-mute the speakers).

d)Use the source 1 original equipment remote and verify that all source functions operate when aiming the remote at the Zone 1 Keypad IR sensor.

e)Repeat above for all zones and sources.

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Contents Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Read Before Operating Equipment Not Expose this Appliance to Rain or MoistureTable of Contents General Information System Block Diagram System OverviewCONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Features Keypad FeaturesMRC44 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Panel and Feature Descriptions System Status Power-Up ModeZone Status Operational Mode Source Component Connections 8Model MRC44Model MRC44 MRC44 Keypad Feature Descriptions Model MRC44 Keypad Front Panel Features and FunctionsModel MRC44 Keypad Rear Panel Features and Functions Operation OUT-OF-THE-BOX BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Installation ExpandedCutting the hole MRC44 Keypad mounting templateInstalling the Mounting Bracket MRC44 Keypad RemovalConnecting the MRC44 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER BASIC/ADVANCEDZone Wiring Connections at the MRC44 Controller/Amplifier BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDSpeaker Connections Video Connections BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Composite Video Modulated VideoControl Out and Status Connections Status Control OutConnections AT the Zone Location BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED OFFExtended Runs and Secondary Keypad In Zone MRC44 Keypad CAT5 Cable LengthsSETTING-UP the MRC44 System For setup of an expanded system, see FigureZone Programming the MRC44 System Using the DRAG450MRC Software Software InstallationPlanning the System Included Hardware & Software ItemsLearning IR Commands Toggle Command FunctionStarting MRC44 Dragon Drop-IR Serial Port SelectionEditing and Testing IR Commands Creating PalettesAdding Brands Adding Components and FunctionsPutting Codes to Work in the MRC44 Programming Keypads BasicDRAG450MRC Basic System Window AdvancedMRC44 Keypad LCD Icon Generator Placing Commands On The Virtual Keypad Basic Creating New IconsSelecting Palettes ADVANCED/EXPANDEDTimed Delays Repeat CommandsPush & Hold Tiered Commands Editing SequencesSystem SET-UP Procedures Programming the MRC44 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Programming Power Management and Sense Trigger Codes Basic Video Sensing Power ManagementCurrent Sensing Power Management Sense Inputs Video Sensing Sense TriggerCurrent Sense De-Bounce Settings ADVANCED/EXPANDED ProgrammingPolarity of Sense Input Transferring The Project BasicIR Output Intensity Settings Expanded Options Zone LinkingFirmware Upgrade Options RC68+ IR Code Triggered Sequencer Programming Internal Amplifier Commands Internal Amplifier Command WindowInternal Amplifier Commands Command Name Command List Name ParameterTransferring a Project to the MRC44 BASIC/ADVANCED Uploading MRC44 ProjectsSaving and BACKING-UP Files Automatic SaveUsing Backup Files Fine TuningAdjusting Input Level Trim Backing-Up Project FilesZone Adjustments IR Sensitivity AdjustmentLCD Backlight Adjustment Audio Adjustments Operating InstructionsZone Control System StatusDynamic Zone Link Advanced Zone Expansion Using Multiple MRC44 Controllers Source A/V Distribution and Power ManagementAV61 Connections Combining IR OutputsExpanded System Diagram Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause and SolutionModel MRC44Page 50Model MRC44 Problem Probable Cause and Solution Specifications CertificationsXantech Corporation
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