Sonance C4630 SE Source Output Connections, Speaker Connections, Use Good Speaker Wire

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C4630 SE HOME AUDIO SYSTEM

Source Output Connections

For Recording: Connect a stereo RCA audio cable from one set of C4630 SE L&R Source Output jacks to the record inputs on the recording device. This allows the source component connected to the corresponding Source Input jacks to be recorded.

When Using M ultiple C4630 SE Controllers: In a system that incorporates multiple C4630 SEs, you can feed up to four common sources to any or all of the controllers.

1.Designate one C4630 SE as the PRIMARY controller and the others as SECONDARY controllers.

2.Connect the source components to the Source Inputs on the PRIMARY C4630 SE as described above.

3.For each source that you want to feed to the SECONDARY controllers, connect a stereo RCA audio cable from its Source Output Jacks on the PRIMARY C4630 SE to the corresponding set of Source Input jacks on the SECONDARY C4630 SE (SOURCE 1 OUT to SOURCE 1 IN, etc.). You can repeat this for up to four C4630 SE Controllers (24 zones). This will feed audio from up to four common sources to all zones in an expanded system.

Speaker Connections

CAUTION: Always unplug the controller’s power cord from the wall outlet before making or changing source or speaker connections.

Use Good Speaker Wire

For the best sound you should never use thin-gauge speaker wire – it will constrict the sound and diminish bass response. We recommend that you use premium Sonance MediaLinQ speaker cable, which also complies with UL fire rating codes. You may also experiment with audiophile brands of speaker cable, but be sure to check local codes governing wire that may be installed within walls or ceilings. Use at least 18 AWG speaker wire for runs up to 50’, at least 16 AWG for runs up to 100’ and at least 14 AWG for runs up to 250’.

Wiring the Speaker Connectors

The C4630 SE’s speaker outputs are rated for 8-ohm nominal speakers.

1.Run speaker wire from each speaker to the controller location. We recommend that you mark each wire’s positive (‘+’) and negative (‘–’) leads, its channel (left or right) and which zone it is from so that you can connect it to the proper speaker terminals.

2.Strip no more than ¼” of insulation from each speaker lead. Twist the strands or tin the exposed wire with solder to ensure that there are no stray strands. (Stray strands that touch each other or touch the controller chassis can cause a short-circuit that can dam- age the amplifier.)

3.The C4630 SE has six removable 4-wire speaker connectors (one for each zone) that can accept wire up to 14AWG. The connector features set screws that secure the wires.

4.Insert the exposed portions of the speaker wires into the terminal openings. Make sure to insert the ‘+’ and ‘–’ leads into the correct openings, as shown in Figure 5.

5.After making sure that there are no stray wires touching each other, tighten the set screws to secure the wires, as shown in Figure 6, on page 13.

Use

Screwdriver

to Tighten

Set Screws

L+L–R–R+

Figure 5:

Wiring the Removable

Speaker Connectors

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Contents C4630 SE Page Important Safety Information Ance to Rain or MOISTURE.Table of Contents C4630 SE Home Audio System C4630 SE Features IntroductionAudio ControlBox Contents PlacementUnpacking System Overview Shelf-MountingRack-Mounting Control ConsiderationsC4630 SE Home Audio System C4630 SE Front Rear Panels Rear PanelConnecting the C4630 SE Power ConnectionsReplacing the AC Fuse Audio Source ConnectionsUse Good Speaker Wire Wiring the Speaker ConnectorsSource Output Connections Speaker ConnectionsLine Output Fixed/Variable Switch Connecting a High-Power Amplifier in a ZoneUsing a Multi-Channel Amplifier for Sub-Zone Expansion Zone Line Output ConnectionsUsing a High-Power Amplifier in a Zone C4630 SEWhen using three or more C4630 SE Controllers, use mini IR Connections see FigurePlug Y-adaptors on the IR Link jack on the Primary C4630 SE To connect to the IR Link jacks of the Secondary C4630 SEsWiring the Control Connections Control Out TerminalSync Connections Control Input/ Output Sync ConnectionsRS-232 Terminal Pins Connector Side Paging Connections see FigureRS-232 Connection see Figure RS-232C4630 SE Keypad Controllers C4630 SE Main Keypad see FigureC4630 SE Main and Numeric Keypads Installing an IR Receiver into the Keypad C4630 SE Numeric Keypad see , onKeypad Location Main Keypad IR Receiver HolsterConnecting the IR Receiver Keypad Backlighting JumperC4630 SE Keypad Connections To the KeypadExternal Keypad Power see Figure Mounting the C4630 SE KeypadsKeypad Ribbon Cable Changing the Main Keypad Source Buttons Insert ToolInto Openings Optional C4630 SE IR Remote Control C4630 SE Out-Of-The-Box FunctionsFront Panel Controls and Indicators ALL OFF SwitchInstalling the Sonance Control Manager Software Sonance Control Manager SoftwareTransferring System Information to the C4630 SE To transfer programming to the C4630 SEUpdating the Sonance Control Manager Software and Firmware Upgrading Sonance Control Manager SoftwareUpgrade Firmware Warning Screen Upgrading the C4630 SE FirmwareCreating a New C4630 SE System Device ScreenRenaming C4630 SEs in a System with Multiple Units Setting Up a Zone To cor rect for too low or too high a level Feedback , etcSetting Up Sources Rear-Panel BBE ON/OFF SwitchesBBE Sound Enhancement Programming C4630 SE Keypad Macros Device Screen FigureGeneral Macro Programming Notes Building Macros Fi g u re 4 2 Z o n e 1 P ro g r a m m i n g S c re e nMacro Command Types Command From Library IR CommandsAdding an IR Command to a Macro Macro Editor Screen FigureMacro Editor Screen with IR Command Library Selected Dragging Commands into the Macro WindowProgrammed IR Output Port Selector IR Library Manager Modifying the IR LibraryEditing IR Commands in the User IR Library IR Library Manager Edit TabAdding Function Names to the Function List Ready to Align Remote and IR LearnerInternal Commands Waveform View TabHex View Tab Time Delay Internal Command WindowTime Delay Macro Window Status TestRS-232 Command Outbound Serial Control RS-232 Macro Editor Window with an RS-232 command stringRS-232 Macro Window Stop Macro Repeat StepsDrag Commands Into Bracket Controlling the C4630 SE via RS-232 Inbound Serial ControlToggle IR Code C4630 SE Inbound Serial Protocol fixedC4630 SE Inbound Serial Commands Inbound Serial Control of C4630 SEs in Multi-Unit Systems C4630 SE Status QueriesSimulate Button Press Commands in Multi-Unit Systems Serial CommandsWiring K2 and K1 Keypad Connections Powering K2 KeypadsExpanded Control Features C4630 SE Extra Command MacrosTriggering C4630 SE Extra Command Macros From the K1 and K2 Programming a K2 Button to Trigger a C4630 SE Extra CommandGetting System Configuration Information Generating a System Configuration ReportFinding RS-232 Commands in Macros System Configuration Report Showing RS-232 Macro CommandsSpecifications Audio PerformanceTroubleshooting Problem SolutionAudio Infrared Control Problem Technical Assistance and Service Important Freight collect shipments will be refusedLimited Warranty Coverage U.S.A. Only Exclusions and LimitationsSystem Notes Page 33-4119 07/07
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