Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE COVER. NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, wit...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS USER SECTION Product Introduction ............................................................................................................5 Component Guide CAS44 Controller ..........................................................................................................
Page 4 - Source Setup
4 TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLER SECTION (continued) Source Setup Source Setup Using CAS-RC Remote Control ..................................................................26CAS-RC Manufacturer’s Device Codes ........................................................................28-34KPL Setup Flow C...
Page 5 - INTRODUCTION
5 Thank you for choosing the Russound ® CAS44 controller/amplifier to enhance your home withdistributed audio. The CAS44 delivers full-featured multiroom/multi-source, high-fidelity audio at an entry-level price. Key features include: • Four sources delivered to any one of fourzones for sharing musi...
Page 6 - COMPONENT GUIDE; CAS44 FRONT PANEL; POWER ON/OFF LED - Indicates power on or off
6 COMPONENT GUIDE CAS44 FRONT PANEL POWER ON/OFF LED - Indicates power on or off MAIN POWER SWITCH - Turns power on and off ROOM LED INDICATORS - Indicate when a room is on (amber) or off (not lit) 1 2 3 1 2 3 The CAS44 front panel features a power switchwith a push on/push off action and a blue LED...
Page 7 - KP4 KEYPAD; VOLUME UP - Raises the volume for the room/adjusts User Menu options.; KP4 Keypad
7 COMPONENT GUIDE KP4 KEYPAD Source DVD CABLE XM1 AM/FM 6 1 2 3 8 7 4 5 SOURCE NAME - Four clear windows with replaceable source name labels. Current sourceselected is backlit amber. VOLUME UP - Raises the volume for the room/adjusts User Menu options. VOLUME DOWN - Lowers the volume for the room/ad...
Page 8 - KPL KEYPAD; VOLUME UP - Raises the volume for the room/adjust User Menu options.; KPL Keypad
8 COMPONENT GUIDE KPL KEYPAD Source 1 2 3 4 LCD PANEL - 5-character amber backlit display shows source name, volume and room status. VOLUME UP - Raises the volume for the room/adjust User Menu options. VOLUME DOWN - Lowers the volume for the room/adjust User menu options. POWER (ALL OFF) - Turns roo...
Page 9 - CAS-RC REMOTE CONTROL
9 COMPONENT GUIDE CAS-RC REMOTE CONTROL POWER - Turn on or off selected zone. NUMERIC INPUT - Number buttons for directinput of frequency, channel, etc. VOLUME UP/DOWN - Raise or lower the volumein the zone. MUTE - Mutes/unmutes tuner audio output.. INFO - Display current channel and program infor-m...
Page 10 - OPERATION; USER OPTIONS SETTINGS; KP4 Keypad User Options Mode Operation; Source 2; KP4 User Options Mode
10 Source DVD CABLE XM1 AM/FM OPERATION USER OPTIONS SETTINGS KP4 Keypad User Options Mode Operation Bass Treble Balance Turn OnVolume Press andhold Sourcebutton toenter or exituser OptionsMenu Press Sourcebutton toselect option Press Volume Up or Down buttons to adjust setting Source window will bl...
Page 11 - Bass; KPL Keypad User Options Mode Operation; KPL User Options Mode; Options and Settings
11 Source Bass Press andhold Sourcebutton toenter or exituser OptionsMenu Press Sourcebutton toselect option Press VolumeUp or Downbuttons toadjust setting Blue LED will blink to indicateLoudness is ready for adjustment OPERATION USER OPTIONS SETTINGS KPL Keypad User Options Mode Operation KPL User ...
Page 12 - INSTALLER; GETTING STARTED; Unpacking the System Components
12 INSTALLER GETTING STARTED Unpacking the System Components • Keep the original carton and packing materialsfor future shipment or storage. • Check for any visible signs of damage. Ifyou encounter any concealed damage, con-sult your Russound dealer before proceedingto install the unit. • Retain the...
Page 13 - WIRING OVERVIEW; Keypad Wiring
13 INSTALLER WIRING OVERVIEW RJ-45 Connections The CAT-5 T568A wiring standard shown onthe right is used for the RJ-45 terminations. Keypad Wiring For the KP4 or KPL keypad, the following con-nections are used to terminate the CAT-5 wire tothe 110 punchdown on the keypad: CAT-5 WIRE COLOR TYPE Brown...
Page 14 - CAS44 Rear Panel; CPU UPDATE SWITCH - For firmware updates.
14 4 7 2 5 3 6 1 1 10 4 8 2 11 7 9 5 6 8 9 10 3 INSTALLER COMPONENT GUIDE CAS44 Rear Panel RS-232 INTERFACE - The RS-232 Interface allows the zones to be controlled by PCor other devices that have an RS-232 Interface. The RS-232 Interface also allows forfirmware updates. CPU UPDATE SWITCH - For firm...
Page 15 - Keypad Front Panel; The update pins on the KP4 are accessed from; KP4 Front View
15 Source DVD CABLE XM1 AM/FM INSTALLER COMPONENT GUIDE Keypad Front Panel 1 The update jumper for the KP4 (and KPL) is located on the right side of the keypad when facing front.This is covered when a trim plate is installed. Note: The update pins on the KP4 are accessed from the side when the keypa...
Page 16 - Keypad Rear Panel and Installation; Keypad Installation; Ensure it is possible to route the wire to the location; Source Label Installation
16 INSTALLER COMPONENT GUIDE Keypad Rear Panel and Installation Source DVD CABLE XM1 AM/FM Keypad Installation 1. Ensure it is possible to route the wire to the location you have chosen. 2. To install a single-gang keypad, you will need to use a UL/CSA approved plastic single-gang (18 ci) electrical...
Page 17 - MAKING CONNECTIONS
17 INSTALLER MAKING CONNECTIONS Keypad Port Connection CAT-5 Cable CAT-5 Cable PM Mod 3Dwith RJ-45 CAT-5 Cable SA-ZX3 1201A/1A Power Supply CAT-5 to Keypad110 punchdown(KP4, KPL) The Keypad Ports are located on the back ofthe CAS44 in the top left of center. Connectionsat the Keypad Ports are made w...
Page 18 - Tape Player
18 Source Audio Connections The CAS44 supports up to four audio sources.The Source Inputs are located on the back panel.Connect each source using quality RCA signalcables. Connect the Left and Right Audio outputsfrom each source to the corresponding inputs onthe CAS44 controller. Label each cable wi...
Page 19 - RNET Source Audio Connections
19 INSTALLER MAKING CONNECTIONS RNET Source Audio and IR Input Connections Russound #09-0508 IR Link Cablefor IR Control of equipment IR Link Cable Pos (+) Neg (–) I N O UT LINK A UDIO O UTPUTS 1394 IR I N P OWER +12VDC 6A MAX M OUSE K EYBOARD CRT VGA S-V IDEO C OMPOSITE V IDEO RS232 I NTERFACE USB ...
Page 21 - Doorbell Interface; 2VDC Mute Trigger In
21 INSTALLER MAKING CONNECTIONS 12VDC Mute Trigger In/Trigger Out Doorbell Interface 12VDC Power Supply R235LS Amplifier 12VDC Mute Trigger In When 12VDC is applied to the Mute In, the system will fully mute all zones in the system.The connections for the trigger are made using atwo-conductor cable ...
Page 22 - Linking Two Controllers; Refer to the diagram at right for connections.
22 Linking Two Controllers Two CAS44 controllers can be linked togetherfor a system that supports eight zones and foursources. This setup requires two dual emitters,one IR link cable and eight keypads (KP4 or KPL). Establish four zones for the first controller andfour zones for the second controller...
Page 24 - NTERFACE
24 The CAS44 supports RS-232 communicationwith various third party automation systems orPC for programming and firmware updates ofthe controller. The RS-232 com port is locatedon the back of the CAS44 and uses a DB-9cable connection. For firmware updates, be sure the CPU Updateswitch next to the the...
Page 25 - INITIAL HARDWARE INSTALL TEST
25 It’s important to conduct an initial test to determine that the hardware components are working properly. 1. Connect the speaker wires from Zone #1 to the CAS44 Zone #1 speaker output connectors. 2. Connect a keypad (KP4, KPL) to Keypad Port #1 on the rear of the CAS44. 3. Connect a source to the...
Page 26 - CAS-RC Remote Control; All source; Programming a Device; SOURCE SETUP WITH CAS-RC REMOTE CONTROL
26 CAS-RC Remote Control The CAS44 controller does not require programmingfor the controller or for source setup. All source setup and control is contained in the CAS-RCremote control. The CAS-RC Remote Control is designed for use withthe Russound CAS44 controller amplifier and systemkeypads (KP4 an...
Page 28 - MANUFACTURER’S CODES; Setup Codes for Audio Amplifiers
MANUFACTURER’S CODES Setup Codes for Audio Amplifiers Accuphase 30382Acurus 30765Adcom 31100, 30577Aiwa 30406AudioSource 30011Bel Canto Design 31583Bose 30674Carver 30269Classe 31461, 31462Curtis Mathes 30300 Denon 30160Durabrand 31561GE 30078Harman/Kardon 30892JVC 30331Kenwood 30356Korsun 31483Left...
Page 30 - Setup Codes for DVD Players; Setup Codes for Satellite Receivers
30 STS 30018Symphonic 30305TAG McLaren 30157 Tascam 30420TDK 31208Teac 30393, 30180, 30174, 30420Technics 30029, 30207, 30303Tivoli Audio 31553 Vector Research 30194, 30417Victor 30072Wards 30157, 30053Yamaha 30888, 30036, 30187, 30170, 31292YBA 30625Yorx 30461Zonda 30157 Setup Codes for DVD Players...
Page 31 - Setup Codes for TVs
31 Sony 00639, 01639, 00294, 01640, 00163Star Choice 00869 Tivo 01142, 01444, 01443, 01442Toshiba 00749, 01749, 00790, 00486, 01285 UltimateTV 01392, 01640Uniden 00724, 00722US Digital 01535 USDTV 01535Victor 00492Voom 00869Zenith 00856, 01856 Setup Codes for TVs 888 10264A-Mark 10003Abex 10032Addis...
Page 33 - Setup Codes for VCRs
33 Zonda 10003 Setup Codes for VCRs ABS 21972Admiral 20048, 20209Adventura 20000Aiko 20278Aiwa 20037, 20000, 20307, 20468, 20124, 20406, 20348, 20479 Akai 20041, 20061, 20175, 20106Alienware 21972America Action 20278American High 20035Amoisonic 20479Anam 20162, 20037, 20240, 20278, 20226, 21037Anam ...
Page 34 - Setup Codes for Video Accessories
34 21008, 21972, 20366, 20845, 21503, 20066,20212, 20828, 21145, 20008 Totevision 20037, 20240Touch 21972UltimateTV 21989Unitech 20240Vector 20045Vector Research 20038, 20040Victor 20067, 20041, 20008, 20384Video Concepts 20045, 20040, 20061Videomagic 20037Videosonic 20240Viewsonic 21972Villain 2000...
Page 35 - KPL KEYPAD SETUP AND DIAGNOSTIC MENUS; KPL Setup Menu
35 INSTALLER KPL KEYPAD SETUP AND DIAGNOSTIC MENUS KPL Setup Menu The KPL Setup menu is used tochoose source names, check theversion number and perform aFactory Initialization of the CAS44controller. The menu is outlined inthe diagram at right. To access the Setup Menu, pressand release the Setup bu...
Page 36 - REFERENCE; SOURCE NAMES - KPL KEYPAD
36 5-Character Display Description Aux Auxiliary Aux 1 AUX 1 Aux 2 AUX 2 Blues Blues Cable Cable Cbl 1 Cable 1 Cbl 2 Cable 2 Cbl 3 Cable 3 CDCh CD Changer CDCh1 CD Changer 1 CDCh2 CD Changer 2 CDCh3 CD Changer 3 CD CD Player CD 1 CD Player 1 CD 2 CD Player 2 CD 3 CD Player 3 Clscl Classical Cmptr Co...
Page 37 - KP4 Labels
37 5-Character Display Description Src 4 Source 4 Src 5 Source 5 Src 6 Source 6 Src 7 Source 7 Src 8 Source 8 Specl Special Tape Tape Tape1 Tape 1 Tape2 Tape 2 TiVo TIVO Tuner Tuner Tun 1 Tuner 1 Tun 2 Tuner 2 Tun 3 Tuner 3 TV TV VCR VCR VCR 1 VCR 1 VCR 2 VCR 2 (XM) <<<XM>>> XM 1 X...
Page 38 - CAS44 Controller/Amplifier; Total Harmonic Distortion:; TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
38 CAS44 Controller/Amplifier Dimensions: 17"W x 11.5"D x 3.9"H (43 x 29.2 x 10 cm) Weight: 17 lbs. 6.5 oz. (7.9 kg) Power Supply: VAC 100-120 @3A or 220-240V @1.25A 50-60Hz Fuse Rating: 110V input; F3.0A H 250V US and Canada 240V input; T1.25A H 250V Europe Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kH...
Page 40 - Multisource Multiroom
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