Russound MCA-C5 Stereo Amplifier User Manual


 
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Russound MCA-C5 User and Installation Manual
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Thank you for choosing the Russound MCA-C5 multizone controller amplier
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 (IR) tools to manage the system
from anywhere in the house. Eight source inputs, simplied programming, and
user adjustable sound controls make listening to music throughout the home
easier than ever.
Key features include:
8 sources delivered to up to 8 zones for sharing music throughout the •
home
Scalable to 48 zones by connecting up to six controllers•
A remote control with simplied programming and control via intelligent •
IR learning capabilities for quick setup
A built-in AM/FM tuner with RDS support•
Line level outputs for each zone•
Eight zone specic 12VDC trigger outputs •
Twelve channels of digital amplication rated at 40 watts per channel for •
zones 1-6
Incorporates RNET smart sources, transmitting metadata (song, artist and •
other information) for display on the keypads
Routed IR source control outputs for each source (1/7 and 2/8 share a •
output), and one common IR output
Party mode, Do Not Disturb, and source / zone linking options•
Alarm clock and sleep timer•
Audio paging with adjustable audio signal sensing and a DC voltage trigger •
input
Source power management with line level auto-sensing•
Front panel USB port for programming ease•
Rear panel RS232 port for integration with other systems•
Conguration software for PC programming •
Supported keypads are the MDK-C5 and the UNO-TS2•
Important Note: SCS-C5 software is necessary to program the MCA-C5 system.
It can be downloaded from the Document Center at www.russound.com.