Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m

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Connect CSM1’s as described above to the Primary Controller. Sense inputs are not available on the Secondary Controller.

ZONE RELATED WIRING CONNECTIONS

In typical applications, each zone will have at least one MRC88m Keypad and a pair of stereo speakers. In those zones with both audio and video, at least one video monitor or television will also be used. In order to make these connections, the minimum requirement is home runs of one CAT5 cable for each zone’s keypad(s), two pairs of 12-18AWG wire for each pair of speakers, and one coaxial cable for a TV or monitor from each zone to the MRC88m Controller/Amplifier location.

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

(BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED)

1.Using good quality speaker wire, connect the individual speaker leads to the 4-terminal "SPEAKER" connectors on the MRC88m as shown in Figure 3-(22).

2.The MRC88m Speaker Terminals (amplifier outputs) are 4-Ohm safe. Make sure the combined impedance presented to the speaker terminals by the speakers (or any combination of speakers) is 4- Ohm minimum.

3.Be sure to observe correct polarity by connecting the "+" and "–" terminal from each channel on the MRC88m to the corresponding "+" and "–" terminals on each speaker. This will ensure proper "phasing" (See Step 6). Since the connectors are removable, you may unplug them for ease of lead assembly.

4.As a rule of thumb, use 18 gauge speaker wire for speaker runs up to 30' (9m), 16 gauge up to 70' (21m), and 14 gauge up to 150' (39m). The 4-terminal connectors accept wire sizes up to 12-gauge max.

5.Strip the insulation back about 1/4" (6mm) and twist the strands on each lead to prevent fraying.

6.Speaker Phasing: To obtain stable imaging and full bass response, it is imperative that stereo speakers be connected "in phase" with each other. You can verify this as follows:

a)If the "+" (positive) and "–" (negative) terminals on your speakers are correctly marked, and visible, and you have wired the system with the positive connector on the rear of the MRC88m Controller/Amplifier connected to the positive connector on the speaker and the negative connector on the rear of the MRC88m Controller/Amplifier connected to the negative connector on the speaker, then the system will be "in phase". No further action is required. Most manufacturers identify the positive terminal with a red binding post, a "+" sign, or a red dot.

b)If you are unsure of the markings, you can verify the phasing. Using a mono sound source, such as AM radio, alternately reverse the leads to one of the speakers. Pick the connection that delivers a solid center image between the speakers as well as best bass response.

CAUTION: After lead ends are inserted and the screws tightened down, be sure there are no free strands that could cause shorting!

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MRAUDIO8X8M, MRC88M specifications

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