Russound CA-Series instruction manual Product Overview, Possible System Configurations, Unpacking

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Congratulations on your recent purchase of a Russound CA-Series multi-room controller. This four/six-zone, four-source, multi-room controller is the heart of an affordable whole-house audio distribution system. High-current, stereo, power amplifiers are built into the Russound CA allowing simple connections to each speaker in the system. Each zone is operated by an intuitive, easy-to-use keypad that controls all the functions of the CA. The keypads also have a built-in infrared receiv- er that allows remote commands for your source equipment to be routed through the CA.

The Russound CA is built with pride. Fidelity, Reliability and Quality are the primary objectives. Russound products are guaran- teed to provide years of enjoyment. The CA is UL listed and CSA approved for your protection and peace of mind.

POSSIBLE SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS

 

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

 

Master Bedroom

Guest Room

 

CASSETTE

CD

SOURCE EQUIPMENT

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

Family Room

Living Room

Kitchen

TUNER

 

 

CD

TUNER

DSS

CASSETTE

DSS

 

(Audio Signal)

CA4.4pi

 

 

Controller

 

 

UNPACKING

Carefully unpack the unit and keep the original carton and packing materials for future moving, shipment or long-term storage. After opening the box, please check for any visible signs of damage that were not apparent from the outside of the box. If you do encounter what appears to be concealed damage, please consult your Russound dealer before pro- ceeding to further unpack or install the unit.

Make sure to save your sales receipt. Your receipt is extreme- ly important to establish the duration of your limited Warranty, and for insurance purposes.

Figure 1 - Four-Zones of CA4.4pi

ZONE 5

Childs Room

 

CASSETTE

 

 

 

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

 

 

Master Bedroom

Guest Room

 

 

CD

CD

 

SOURCE EQUIPMENT

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

ZONE 6

Family Room

Living Room

Kitchen

Patio

TUNER

 

 

 

CD

TUNER

CD

 

CASSETTE

 

DSS

 

 

DSS

 

 

 

CA6.4

 

 

(Audio Signal)

Controller

 

 

 

Figure 2 - Six-Zones of CA6.4

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Contents CA-Series Important Safeguards Contents Product Overview Possible System ConfigurationsUnpacking Getting Started Tools NeededConnection Tips FeetSpeaker Connections Rear Panel ConnectionsList 1 Source names should be written below IR Remodulator 56K Included Accessory Connecting the IR LinkZone PRE-AMP Outputs CA4.4PI only Volt Trigger OutputWiring Runs UP to 100 Feet Keypad Connections AT ControllerInstalling Keypads Installing the KeypadsRepeat the above steps until all keypads are installed Punchdown TerminalsSource Control Keypads Option Setting the KeypadsSRM-2.1 Speaker Relay Module Option Speaker Installation Speaker InstallationConnect each speaker wire to the correct polarity + FinallyOperating the Main Unit OperationOperating the CA KP.2 Keypad Power Operating the CA-LCD KeypadLamp StoreSpecifications TroubleshootingKeypad Wiring Protection Circuit Elimination of Balance LineWarranty Combining Additional IR Receivers28-1116 R6