Page 2 - Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual; Safety Instructions; SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC; SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING; WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE; OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
2 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric...
Page 3 - SAFETY - OUTdOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION; Grounding an Outdoor Antenna; Grounding Conductors
3 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SAFETY - OUTdOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION Grounding an Outdoor Antenna If the AM/FM tuner is used with an outdoor antenna, the antenna must be grounded against static charges and voltage surges. Consult the instructions that came with the antenna or contact t...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................. 2Product Overview .......................................................................................................
Page 5 - pROdUCT OVERVIEW; Key features include:
5 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual pROdUCT OVERVIEW Thank you for choosing the Russound MCA-C5 multizone controller amplifier to enhance your home with multiroom audio. The MCA-C5 caters to homeowners who want control over their multiroom audio systems with such capabilities as infrared ...
Page 6 - CONTROLLER FRONT pANEL; Front Panel
6 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual M C A - C 5 M U L T I Z O N E C O N T R O L L E R Programming Center IR In IR LED USB 2.0/1.1 M C A - C 5 M U L T I Z O N E C O N T R O L L E R CONTROLLER FRONT pANEL Removable cover to access IR window and USB port USB Port for Programming IR Receiver ...
Page 7 - CONTROLLER REAR pANEL; Rear Panel
7 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual CONTROLLER REAR pANEL Rear Panel RNET Link - Links multiple controllers and RNET sources Audio Source Connections Signal sensing stereo line level inputs and loop outputs IR Outputs 6 routed, 1 common Serial Interface RS232 ports for firmware updates an...
Page 8 - KEYpAd FEATURES; MDK-C5 Keypad Functions
8 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual KEYpAd FEATURES MDK-C5 Keypad The MDK-C5's buttons and menus allow the user to easily find and control music sources and to make changes to system settings and room audio levels. Six backlit oblong buttons access power on/off, music play/pause, volume u...
Page 9 - KEYpAd USAGE; Basic Operation; on that source; Main Menu - Favorites; Sources
9 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual KEYpAd USAGE Basic Operation Turn on the zone - Press the power button on the keypad or press power on the SRC-C5 remote control to turn on the zone and hear music. The zone will default to the last playing source before being turned off. Press and hold...
Page 10 - Main Menu - Sleep Timer; Do Not Disturb; Main Menu - Set Party Mode or Do Not Disturb
10 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual KEYpAd USAGE Main Menu - Sleep Timer You can set the timer so the zone turns off in one of the following increments: 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes. Main Menu - Settings Audio - From the home screen, scroll to and select "settings," and choose "...
Page 11 - SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL
11 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL Source Keys - Use these keys to select specific sources on the keypad and to set which source the remote will control. Power - Turn the selected source on or off. Menu - Display the menu for the selected device. Last - Press to re...
Page 12 - INSTALLATION OVERVIEW; Ventilation Requirements
12 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Ventilation Requirements Important: The MCA-C5 should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Do not block vents above or to the sides of the unit, as it requires ventilation fo...
Page 13 - INSTALLATION GUIdE; Rack Mount Installation; Insert and tighten the screws.; Wiring; location. Label the wires at both ends with the zone and location.
13 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual INSTALLATION GUIdE Rack Mount Installation To attach the rack ears, locate the five rack mount holes on each side of the controller’s chassis. Align the holes in the rack ears with the holes in the chassis. Insert and tighten the screws. Wiring Route C...
Page 14 - KEYpAd REAR; CAUTION
14 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual KEYpAd REAR MDK-C5 Keypad (rear) Controller RJ-45 CAT-5e connection to controller keypad input OS Update Jumper Selects "Run" or "Program" mode Foam Spacer Remove spacers for better fit in retrofit box or P-ring installations External I...
Page 15 - Use 2 twisted pair wire with one pair connecting GND (GROUND) and IR; KEYpAd IR CONNECTIONS; Connection of External IR to Keypad; Front IR
15 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual External IR Connection to MDK-C5 Keypad The MDK-C5 keypad has an External IR Receiver In terminal for connecting an external IR Receiver such as the Russound 858, SaphIR 862 Eye, or SaphIR 860 Phantom. Use 2 twisted pair wire with one pair connecting G...
Page 16 - KEYpAd COLOR pLATE CONVERSION
16 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual MDK-C5 Color Plate Conversion You will need both small straight and Phillips head screwdrivers to change the color plates on the keypad. The Bezel Molding and the Trim Plate will be switched for the new color plates. If installed, remove the MDK-C5 key...
Page 17 - MCA-C5. When a connected keypad is powered on, the zone becomes; Keypad connection to the MCA-C5; CONTROLLER / KEYpAd CONNECTION
17 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Controller / Keypad Connection The MDK-C5 keypad is designed for use with the C-Series controllers, and connects to a keypad port near the top left on the rear of the controller. These RJ-45 ports support MDK-C5 keypads (and up to two UNO-TS2 touchscre...
Page 18 - between terminals will cause damage to the digital amplifier.; Speakers; SpEAKER CONNECTIONS; Speaker Output Connections
18 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Speaker Output Connections CAUTION: Do not connect L- and R- together. Use four-conductor cable and wire each ground individually. Do not use a common ground. Shorting between terminals will cause damage to the digital amplifier. The MCA-C5 supports sp...
Page 19 - individually programmed to restrict access to sources.; SOURCE CONNECTIONS; RNET Source Data Connections; Use a standard CAT-5e patch cable with an RJ-45 connector on each end.; ST2 Tuner; RNET Source Connection to MCA-C5; RCA cable; CD Changer; Audio Source Connection to MCA-C5
19 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Source Audio Connections On the MCA-C5, sources 1 through 8 have standard stereo audio inputs and loop outputs. All source inputs have audio signal sensing. These sources can be programmed during zone setup to be global sources, or zones can be individ...
Page 20 - IR CONNECTIONS; IR Connections; Routed IR Outputs; additional controllers.; Note; : Since routed outputs 1 and 2 are used for two sources, do not use the; Common IR; through a common IR output.; IR Connections to MCA-C5
20 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual IR CONNECTIONS IR Connections Routed IR Outputs These six routed IR emitter outputs are supported by the MCA-C5 IR engine and support IR pass-through. They are also carried by the RNET Link cable to additional controllers. Attach the end of the IR emit...
Page 21 - MULTIpLE CONTROLLER INSTALLATION; Linking Multiple Controllers; The RNET Link In and Link Out can be used to connect two or more (up to 6); Controller ID Switch Settings; into Firmware Update mode.; Rotate switch to point arrow
21 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Linked Controllers MULTIpLE CONTROLLER INSTALLATION Linking Multiple Controllers The RNET Link In and Link Out can be used to connect two or more (up to 6) MCA-C5 controllers (does not support CAV6.6, CAM6.6 or CAA66 controllers). The connection is mad...
Page 22 - TRIGGER CONNECTIONS; Zone 12VDC Trigger Outputs; 2V trigger cable; Typical Amplifier Connection
22 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual TRIGGER CONNECTIONS Zone 12VDC Trigger Outputs There are eight zone 12VDC Triggers which are located under the routed IR outputs. The 3.5mm mini port provides 12VDC 100mA when the corresponding zone is turned on and is disengaged when the zone is turne...
Page 23 - a regular audio source connected to Source 8.; Mono RCA; Typical Paging Configuration; Polarity of 3.5mm Plug
23 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Page Trigger IN The page trigger can be used to trigger a page event. The 12VDC trigger input overrides signal sensing and selects the audio input from Source 8 (if included in page event) and sends it to any zone that does not have page disabled or th...
Page 24 - IN; OUT
24 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Home Theater Triggers These triggers are used to integrate with home theater systems that can provide a 12 volt trigger. The MCA-C5 can be used to power manage sources that are being shared with the home theater system. For example, the power managemen...
Page 25 - Sample Configuration - Home Theater Trigger
25 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual 12V trigger cable Power cord Power strip 12V trigger cable Loop to other 12VDC triggered device 120VAC outlet Power cords ACT-1 CD Player Tuner DVD MCA-C5 Controller Home Theater Receiver Sample Configuration - Home Theater Trigger TRIGGER CONNECTIONS
Page 26 - AM Antenna; AddITIONAL CONNECTIONS; AM loop antenna; USB Port; to the local ethernet network.
26 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual RS232 Serial Interface The RS232 serial port is located on the back of the MCA-C5 and use a DB-9 cable connection. The MCA-C5 supports RS232 communication with various third-party automation systems through the RS232 port. The RS232 port supports a sta...
Page 27 - SCS-C5 CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE
27 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Programmable options with SCS-C5 software The necessary software (SCS-C5) to program and configure the system is available via download from the Doc Center at www.russound.com. With your PC laptop, you can configure the system prior to connecting with ...
Page 28 - SYSTEM START Up; Start up; Plug in and power the sources and controllers.; Troubleshooting; on the rear of the keypad is in the RUN position (on the lower pins).
28 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SYSTEM START Up Start up Make connections of sources, speakers and keypads to the controller(s). 1. In a multiple controller configuration, set the controller IDs to unique 2. numbers. Use CAT-5e linking cables of no more than 18 in (45.7 cm) to link t...
Page 29 - our brand, or if your brand is not listed, try searching for your code:; Programming a Device; equipment. For example, to find out which code is assigned to your TV:; Remote Control Programming Keys
29 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL - pROGRAMMING Searching for your Code If your device does not respond to the remote after trying all codes listed for our brand, or if your brand is not listed, try searching for your code: Press a device key once. 1. Press and ho...
Page 30 - Deleting a single learning key; Changing Volume Lock; Locking Volume Control to One Mode (Global Volume Lock); Programming a learned key; REMOTE CONTROL - pROGRAMMING
30 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual Using Learning The SRC-C5 includes a Learning feature so you can add functions that are unique to your home entertainment devices (e.g., VCR Tracking Up or Down). The following precautions apply: The original remote control must be in working order and...
Page 31 - SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES; MANUFACTURER’s CODES
31 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES MANUFACTURER’s CODES Setup Codes for Audio Amplifiers Accuphase 30382 Acurus 30765 Adcom 30577, 31100 Aragon 30765 AudioSource 30011Bel Canto Design 31583Bose 30674 Carver 30892 Curtis Mathes 30300Durabrand 31561 GE 3...
Page 32 - Setup Codes for Cable Converters
32 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES Setup Codes for Cable Converters (continued) Comtronics 00040Contec 00019 Coolmax 00883 Digi 00637 Director 00476 Dumont 00637 Eastern 00002 Emerson 00797 Everquest 00015, 00040 Focus 00400 Garrard 00153 GC Electronic...
Page 33 - Setup Codes for Video Accessories
33 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES Setup Codes for Video Accessories (continued) Northgate 01272 Panasonic 01120 Pinnacle Systems 01268Pioneer 01010 Princeton 00113, 00295 Rabbit 00081 Ricavision 01272 Roku 01486 Samsung 01190, 01490 Sensory Science 01...
Page 34 - Setup Codes for Satellite Receivers
34 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES Setup Codes for Satellite Receivers (continued) Jerrold 00869 JVC 00492, 00775, 01170, 01775 LG 01226, 01414 Magnavox 00722, 00724 Matsushita 00214, 00340, 00500 Memorex 00724 Mitsubishi 00749 Motorola 00856, 00869 NE...
Page 35 - Setup Codes for TVs
35 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES Setup Codes for TVs (continued) Princeton 10700, 10717 Prism 10051 Proscan 10047, 10466, 11347, 11447, 11922 Proton 10003, 10052, 10178, 10466 Pulsar 10017, 10019 Quasar 10051, 10055, 10165, 10250, 10650, 11919, 11924...
Page 36 - Setup Codes for VCRs
36 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual SRC-C5 REMOTE CONTROL dEVICE COdES Setup Codes for VCRs (continued) Optimus 20037, 20048, 20058, 20104, 20162, 20432, 20593, 21048, 21062, 21162, 21262Optonica 20062 Orion 20002, 20184, 20209, 20295, 20479, 21479 Panarex 21950 Panasonic 20035, 20077, 2...
Page 37 - TECHNICAL SpECIFICATIONS; MCA-C5 Multizone Controller
37 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual TECHNICAL SpECIFICATIONS MCA-C5 Multizone Controller Dimensions: 17"W x 3.5"H x 17.2"D (43.2 x 9 x 43.6 cm) Weight: 28.8 lbs. (13.1 kg) Power Supply: 110 or 240 VAC Fuse Rating: 100-120V/T5.0A 250V US and Canada 220-240V/T3.15A 250V Europe ...
Page 38 - WARRANTY; Warranty; Russound
38 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual WARRANTY Warranty The Russound MCA-C5 Controller Amplifier and MDK-C5 Keypad are fully guaranteed against all defects in materials and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase. During this period, Russound will replace any defective part...
Page 39 - NOTES
39 Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual NOTES
Page 40 - Source Multizone Controller Amplifier
Russound, Inc. 5 Forbes Road, Newmarket, NH 03857 tel 603.659.5170 • fax 603.659.5388 email: [email protected] www.russound.com 28-1333 12/01/08 ©2008 Russound. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Russo...
