Xantech MRKP1E System Design Overview/Applications, Planning, Pre-Construction

Fig. 4.1 Main Setup Menu Diagram (continued on next page)

(MRC88m/MRAUDIO8X8m require Firmware Ver. 2.03 or later to work

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2.0 System Design Overview/Applications

Notes:

A recommended electrical back box is always required for all installation of this product (see specifications).

This keypad is specifically designed to work with the MRC88m and MRAUDIO8x8m (Firmware ver. 2.03 or later). It is NOT designed to work with MRC88, MRAUDIO8x8, MRC44, MRAUDIO4x4, or BXAUDIO4x4.

This keypad is compatible with Zone Linking. However, the Dynamic Zone Linking function can only be initiated with an MRKP2, MRKP2E, or an LCD Touch panels. Static Zone Linking can always be configured through Universal Dragon™.

Planning

Before installing the MRKP1E, it is essential to have a detailed and accurate system design. The first step to a good design is to map the system. It is advisable to mark up a copy of the house floor plan with speaker, keypad and equipment locations, etc. Make sure that all locations are decided upon before pre-wiring so that all necessary wiring and installation hardware is in place.

It is essential that ALL system components are accounted for prior to the pre- wire stage. After establishing design goals, make a detailed list of all components. Include source equipment, keypad, expansion hubs, local source wall plates, IR emitters, etc.

Pre-Construction

In a pre-construction installation, walls and ceilings are open with no drywall installed. This is desirable and allows the installer greater access than in retro- fit applications. Before actually running any wire or cable, take the time to look around each room or area of the house and plan your wire paths for maximum efficiency. Look for routes through uncluttered parts of the stud wall or ceiling that allow you to group all low-voltage (video, speaker wires, CAT-5, telephone, etc.) wires wherever possible. It is a good practice to label both ends of all cables and to protect wires by tying a plastic bag over the ends.

Note: Do not run low-voltage wires closer than 12" from high-voltage wires. If necessary, cross low-voltage wires at a 90º angle to prevent interference.

Retro-Fit Wiring/ Post Construction

Retro-fit installations are more difficult to complete than pre-construction because walls and ceilings are intact. Typically wires must be fished into position through walls, floors and ceilings. Holes must be cut; speakers mounted directly in the ceiling or walls with no electrical back- brackets and keypads and local source wall plates must be mounted in existing drywall.

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