NOTE: EU Standby Power Requirements are met operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. when the MCA-C3 controller is configured with six literature accompanying the appliance. Grounding or Polarization - Precaution should be taken (6) MDK-C5 keypads attached.
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For complete guidelines on antenna grounding procedures, please consult the National Electrical Code, Section 810, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984. Antenna Lead-In Wire Grounding Conductors Ground Clamps Electric Service Equipment Power Service Grounding Electrode System Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
Important Note: SCS-C5 Configuration software is necessary to program the easier than ever. MCA-C3 system. It can be downloaded from the Document Center at www. Key features include: russound.com.
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Removable cover to access IR Red LED behind power indicator window and USB port behind cover Front Panel Red IR LED (talk-back) USB Port for Programming IR Receiver Window Front Panel with cover removed Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
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2 (always Hot when set to Fixed) the zones power cord connection Page Audio In Fuse Holder Source 6 configurable as paging Holds replaceable fuse for audio input (right channel only) AC input connection Rear Panel Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
OK - Press to select highlighted item from the menu, or access source list Menu Navigation - Navigate through from Now Playing menus, press (slow) or press and hold (fast) to move up/down a menu list MDK-C5 Keypad Functions Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
Turn off active alarm - Press the power button on the keypad or SRC-C5 Now Playing remote control. Shared Sources Snooze - Press the pause button on the keypad or SRC-C5 remote control. Favorites Alarm Sleep Timer Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
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Sleep Timer Diagnostics - The MDK-C5 provides firmware version information for Party Mode Controller 1 and the keypad. Network information such as Controller IP Do Not Disturb and MAC address are also provided. Settings Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
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Power - Turn the selected source on or off. Set - Program sequences Russound Zone Control - Activates control of Russound VID / DVD / TV - Use these keys to select a local device. system controller and keypads, and its connected sources.
LAN may be used to wake the system from standby. Installation Important Considerations The MCA-C3 controller can be rack mounted or placed on a shelf in an • Disconnect the power cord before making any connections to the equipment rack. The controller occupies two rack spaces with feet removed.
Standard 16-gauge 4-conductor stranded speaker wire can be run up to 125 feet; 14-gauge wire can be run up to 250 feet. Rack Ear Rack Ear Side View Side View Front View RJ45 CAT-5 Wiring Scheme RJ45 RJ45 Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
IR receiver Programming Port OS Update Jumper Selects "Run" or Insert cable here for firmware updates. Requires "Program" mode Advanced Programming Cable P/N 2500-521065. MDK-C5 Keypad (rear) Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
IR receiver. 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 two twisted pair wire with one pair connecting GND (GROUND) and IR (SIGNAL) and the other pair connecting ST (STATUS) and V+ (+12VDC).
Once the Display Lens is removed, put aside for reattachment later. Be careful to not damage the display. Screws HOME MENU Metal Frame Display Lens Bezel Molding Screws Frame Plate Trim Plate Keypad Disassembly / Assembly Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
These RJ45 ports support MDK-C5 keypads and UNO-TS2 touchscreens . The six keypad ports correspond to the six zones supported by the MCA-C3. When a connected keypad is powered on, the zone becomes active and the corresponding zone LED lights up on the front of the MCA-C3 controller.
Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the end of each speaker cable jacket. Then The MCA-C3 supports speaker outputs for all zones. These 20 watt per channel strip 1/4 inch (0.7 cm) of insulation off each wire. Twist the speaker wire strands stereo speaker level outputs have high-current two-channel analog amplifiers.
RNET Source Data Connections Source Audio Connections The RNET Link In and Link Out can be used to connect the MCA-C3 to other On the MCA-C3, sources 1 through 6 have standard stereo audio inputs. All specified Russound RNET-enabled source equipment. The connection is made source inputs have audio signal sensing.
IR CONNECTIONS IR Connections Common IR This output is supported by the MCA-C3 IR engine and supports IR pass- Routed IR Outputs through from any of the IR sources or zones. These allow control of any source These six routed IR emitter outputs are supported by the MCA-C3 IR engine equipment without that source being selected on the keypad.
Out of the first controller and into the Link In of the next controller. Along with If two or more MCA-C3 controllers are connected using the RNET Link In and RNET data signals, the RNET Link In and Link Out port passes source IR signals.
The trigger can be used to engage any 12VDC trigger device or component that does not exceed 100mA, such as the Russound R235LS amplifier. The connections for the trigger outputs are made using a two-conductor cable with 3.5mm male mini-plug ports at each end.
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- this will initiate the page. Polarity of 3.5mm Plug Paging Audio IN The MCA-C3 has a paging audio input on Source 6 (right channel only) that MCA-C3 Controller accepts line level audio signals via RCA cables. The paging inputs interface with the page output of a telephone system or other peripheral device.
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Home Theater Triggers These triggers are used to integrate with home theater systems that can provide a 12 volt trigger. The MCA-C3 can be used to power manage sources The 12VDC 100mA trigger out can be used to engage any 12VDC trigger that are being shared with the home theater system.
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12V trigger cable Home Theater Receiver MCA-C3 Controller Power strip Power cord Power cords ACT-1 120VAC outlet CD Player 12V trigger cable Tuner Loop to other 12VDC triggered device Sample Configuration - Home Theater Trigger Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
AddITIONAL CONNECTIONS RS232 Serial Interface AM/FM Antenna Connections: The RS232 serial port is located on the back of the MCA-C3 and uses a DB-9 AM Antenna cable connection. The MCA-C3 supports serial communication with various Connect the included loop antenna for AM reception to the back panel, third-party automation systems through the RS232 port.
Sound Controls - Adjust Bass, Treble, Balance, and Loudness initial settings. available via download from the Doc Center at www.russound.com. With your PC laptop, you can configure the system prior to connecting with the MCA-C3 IR Keycode Learning - allows IR codes to be learned, saved, and managed.
The LED will not be lit if the keypad is not turned on or is absent. Check operation of all keypad functions. Check for functional IR signal pass-through (if applicable). 10. The system is now ready to use. Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
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Repeat step 4 for the remaining digits, using 2 for the second digit, and so on. Numeric Keypad - Enter IR codes and numeric input To check for other device codes, repeat steps 1-5, using the appropriate key. Remote Control Programming Keys Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
Enter 9-9-3 and then press VOL-. The LED blinks four times. Volume is independently Press the key (twice) containing the learned function to be deleted. The remote controlled for the selected devices. blinks twice. Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
Rear- 1 Serial RS232, 19.2 kHz baud rate 1 Ethernet RJ45, 10/100 Base T 2 RJ45 RNET Links In/Out The MCA-C3 Controller meets EU Standby Power Requirements Frequency Range: AM 530 - 1710 kHz FM 87.7 - 107.9 MHz Antenna impedance AM: 300 Ohm balanced...
WARRANTY Warranty Before returning a unit for repair, call Russound at (603) 659-5170 for a Return Authorization number. Write this number on the shipping label and ship to: The Russound MCA-C3 Controller Amplifier and MDK-C5 Keypad are fully Russound guaranteed against all defects in materials and workmanship for two (2) years ATTN: Service from the date of purchase.
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NOTES Russound MCA-C3 User and Installation Manual...
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MCA-C3v1.xml The purpose of this document is to provide a standardized full functional test process for the Russound MCA-C3 6 Source Multi-zone Controller Amplifier. ® The approximate time needed to perform this test is 30 minutes. MCA-C3 Test Procedure...
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Program BootLoader Page 21 Russound Device Update Page 24 Tuner MCU Firmware Page 25 Note: Russound Personnel Start here if it is known the CM has installed the latest firmware. Signal Generator Test Fixture Page 28 Initial Test Setup Page 29...
Inspection Russound customers expect the best; defects are unacceptable. Inspect the Unit Under Test visually for any blemishes, missing pieces and visual indications that may cause concern. Passing visual inspection is a condition of passing full test. Correct any defect before passing the Unit Under Test; if Unit Under Test has defects that cannot be corrected, notify your supervisor.
Install Wake On LAN GUI 1. Obtain the file “WakeOnLanGui.exe” from the Russound SQA department. 2. This is a self executable file. Run the “WakeOnLanGui.exe” file. 3. The “Wake On Lan – Magic Packet” GUI will display 4. Open a Windows Command Prompt window.
1. Obtain the “Russound USB Driver” folder from Russound SQA Department. Copy and extract this folder to your computer. This file has been modified to include all USB devices used with Russound equipment. This is not the CDM 2.00.00.zip created by FTDI USB products.
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7. Select “Install form a list or specific location” then click “Next”. 8. Select “Search for the best driver in these locations. Place a checkmark in “Include this location in Search” Navigate to where the “Russound USB Driver” folder is located. then click “Next”. MCA-C3 Test Procedure...
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9. Click “Continue Anyway” on the next dialog. 10. This dialog will display showing the USB Serial Converter is being installed. 11. The “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard” displays and click “Finish”. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 7 of 77...
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“Install from a list or specific location” and navigate to the location you chose in Step 8. 14. The following dialog appears showing the USB Serial Port is being installed. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 8 of 77...
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COM & LPT) and you should see “USB Serial Port (COM4)” This shows you loaded the driver correctly. Note: The “USB Serial Port (COM4)” will only display when the MCA-C3 is connected to the USB port of the computer. The Port listed may not be on COM4 and this is ok.
1. Obtain the “RNETVersionReaderSetup.exe” file from Russound SQA. 2. Install RNET Version Reader v1.01.02 following the default prompts. 3. Place a shortcut on the desktop from the Russound directory in the Start/Programs button. 4. Open RENT Version Reader and set it as the picture displays.
1. Plug a USB A-to-B cable from your IBM PC to the USB Port in the front panel of the MCA-C3 Controller. Note: The USB port is available when the MCA-C3 the cable is connected. 2. Turn on the MCA-C3.
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Navigate to the RVCLI Scripts folder and open the current version of the MCA-C3 v*.xml file. 15. The MCA-C3 Test Scripts will be loaded into the Command Queue. 16. Place a check mark in the “Clear Log After Each Test” box.
3. Open “Flash Development Toolkit 4.01”. 4. FDT 4.01 opens. Click the “Cancel” button on the “Welcome!” dialog. 5. Connect a serial cable from the PC to the MCA-C3 “Serial Interface RS232” port. 6. Set the MCA-C3 Controller ID switch to “Update Firmware”.
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10. The “Query Generic Device” appears. The “Select Clock Mode” dialog appears set it to “0” (Zero) and click “OK”. Click the “OK” button in the “Query Generic Device” when it becomes active. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 14 of 77...
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Enter 12 in the CPU Frequency window. Enter 2 in the {CKM} window. Enter 2 in the {CKP} window. Click the “Next” button. 12. Click “Next” at the “Connection Type” dialog. 13. Click “Finish” at the “Programming Options” dialog. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 15 of 77...
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14. Set the MCA-C3 Controller ID switch to position “1”. Turn off the MCA-C3. Note: You create an MCA-C3 Tuner Workspace in Steps 15 – 18. 15. Click “File” then “New Workspace” in the menu bar. In the “Workspace” and “Project” names type “MCA-C3 Tuner.
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Click “Finish” on the “Programming Options” dialog. 19. Click “Tools” and “Options” in the drop down menu. 20. Place a checkmark in the “Open last workspace at start-up” box. Click the “OK” button. 21. Close FDT 4.01. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 17 of 77...
1. Obtain the current version of “SCS_C5_(current version)” from Russound’s SQA Department. 2. Install “SCS_C5_(current version)” by following the default prompts. 3. Go to your C: drive, navigate to \Program Files\Russound\SCS-C5 and create a shortcut on the desktop of “DeviceUpdate.exe”. Desktop icon 4.
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Click the “Apply” then “OK” button and you will return to the desktop. 6. Open “DeviceUpdate.exe” by using the shortcut icon. “Russound Device Update” will open. 7. Close “Russound Device Update” clicking the “Close” button. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 19 of 77...
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3. The range of MAC ID’s is below is for INGOT only, 00:21:C7:00:00:00 to 00:21:C7:00:FF:FF which is to be used on any Russound Product requiring a MAC ID. 4. No Russound Products will have an identical MAC ID installed. Each device will have its own unique MAC ID.
MCA-C3. 3. Set the AC240V~ / AC100V~ switch to AC100V~. 4. Plug the MCA-C3 into an 110V AC Outlet. 5. Press the power button on the front panel to turn on the MCA-C3. 6. Open FDT 4.01. MCA-C3 Test Procedure...
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Select and Open the “MCA-C3 Boot Loader”. Select and Open the “MCA-C3 Boot Loader.AWS” file. Note: If the MCA-C3 Boot Loader is in the left hand window (Projects pane) you can continue to the next step. 8. Click “File” then “Open Data File” and navigate to the current version of the MCA-C3 Boot Loader file named “RNetBoot_MCA_C3_(version#).bin”.
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This may display several times. Click “OK” each time. 13. You will observe a progress bar at the bottom of the FDT 4.01 window. The bottom window will display in green when the MCA-C3 has been successfully programmed. 14. Turn off the MCA-C3.
9 Device Update complete. System reboot in progress All messages that will display may not be included in this list. 4. Turn off the MCA-C3, it will not reboot properly at this time. The Tuner Firmware will need to be loaded for the controller to reboot.
4. Install a black jumper on J12 pin 3 and 4. This is the PGRM position for Tuner. J12 Pin 1 is the pad with the square pin. Connect a Russound Advanced Programming cable from Comm1 of you PC to J11 of the Digital I/O PCB.
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Select and Open the “MCA-C3 Tuner”. Select and Open the “MCA-C3 Tuner.AWS” file. Note: If the MCA-C3 Tuner is in the left hand window (Projects pane) you can continue to the next step. 8. Click “File” then “Open Data File” and navigate to the current version of the Tuner Bootloader file named “C3_C5_Tuner_Bootloader_(version#).bin”.
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Front Panel Zone LED’s illuminate starting with Zone 1 until all Zones illuminate, the MCA-C3 is booting up again. 22. Turn off the MCA-C3. (FM Tuner Dial will display correctly next turn on) 23. Continue by performing the “Initial Test Setup”...
J3 and J4. 0VDC selects Generator, 12V selects CD input. 16. MINIJACK1 selects the 100Hz or 10Khz Generator to be sent out the jacks J3 and J4. 0V selects 100Hz, 12V selects 10Khz. 17. J10 and J11 are a constant output signal. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 28 of 77...
Connect the Source 6 of the RSS Source Selector to the MCA-C3 Source 6 Audio Source Inputs Connections. 2. Connect the Line Outputs 1-8 of the MCA-C3 to the Second RSS Source Selector. Connect the Line Output Zone 1 R & L of the MCA-C3 to the RSS Source Selector’s number 1 red and white jacks.
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There are 16 sets of jacks on the input side. 4. Connect 6 MDK-C5 Rev 1 keypads to the Keypad Ports of the MCA-C3 using a T568A standard patch cable. Keypads must be programmed and tested.
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12. Connect the Source inputs of the IR Switcher PCB to the Routed IR ports of the MCA-C3 using a cable with a 3.5mm mono plug on each end. Source 1 IR Switcher to the Routed IR Output 1/7 of the MCA-C3...
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Speakers to MCA-C3 Speaker Out. 15. Ensure AC power is applied to all 12V 1A power packs. 16. Connect a USB A-to-B cable from your PC to the MCA-C3 front panel USB port. 17. Connect an RJ45 patch cable from the 4 Port Ethernet Switch connected to your computer to the Ethernet Port of the MCA-C3.
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21. Build 7 Speaker cables that connect between each zone of the Speaker Selector and each zone of the MCA-C3. 22. Connect J1 Speaker Selector to Zone 1 Speaker Output MCA-C3. Connect J6 Speaker Selector to Zone 2 Speaker Output MCA-C3.
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26. Once again, the RCK and all RSS are powered by a 12V 1.5A power pack. Connect the ground, negative, pin of each power pack together. 27. Continue by performing the “Start MCA-C3 Tests using 240V AC” section. Note: There is a diagram of the RSS, RCK, Speaker Selector Connections and Speaker Output isolation fixture in the end of the Test Procedure.
6. Observe the Front Panel LED’s of the MCA-C3. a) Each Zone LED will illuminate solid until all Zone LED’s illuminate. b) Then all LED’s will go dark. This is the MCA-C3 Booting up. 7. All MDK-C3 keypads momentarily illuminate displaying Controller Detected information and then go dark.
110V AC Test 1. Make certain the 220V AC is not plugged into the MCA-C3. 2. No AC Cords should be plugged into the MCA-C3 at this time. 3. Set the AC100V~/AC240V~ switch to AC100V~ on the MCA-C3. 4. Connect 110V AC to the MCA-C3.
Ethernet LED 1. Confirm the Ethernet Port LED’s illuminate after the MCA-C3 power is on. The Green LED closest to the Serial Port will blink several times after the MCA-C3 boots up. The yellow LED is checked during the WOL section.
Connect the RJ45 cable going to the IR switcher to the Link Out jack. 12. Perform the same test, Steps 7 – 9, with the Link Out jack of the MCA-C3. 13. Remove the serial cable from the DB9 of the RNET PCB above the RCK.
AM/FM Tuner 1. Connect a USB A-to-B cable from your PC to the MCA-C3 USB port. Front Panel of MCA-C3 2. Open RCVLIScripter. Load the correct version of the MCA-C3v*.xml file by Clicking “File” the “Open” then “Entire Test Suite” and Selecting MCA-C3v*.xml and clicking the “Open”...
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If you see this dialog for the C1 row click the “OK” button, Unplug the USB Cable from the MCA-C3 and wait three seconds and Plug the USB cable back into the MCA-C3 and click the “connect” button. 5. C1 and C2 will connect and display “Disconnect” in the button.
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Note: After pressing the “OK” button on the MDK-C5 and seeing the Tuning Dial display you have confirmed the Keypad Ports of the MCA-C3 can communicate properly with each Keypad. OK button 11. All MDK-C3 Keypads with then automatically dial an FM station.
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Line number 3 will return a value of 0 indicating Stereo reception is no longer available. Note: You have 1.5 seconds to remove the antenna before the Stereo reception command is sent a second time. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 42 of 77...
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24. Select the FM dial again by repeating Steps 15 - 17and select FM. 25. Unplug the FM Antenna. 26. Press the “Russound” button on the SRC2 Remote control. Press the “Stop” button on the SRC2 Remote control. 27. The word “Seek” will display on the MDK-C3 with the FM antenna unplugged.
This test passes when you see the following display. 4. Press the space bar since to start the next group. 5. Continue to the “IP Address” section. Note: Each time a new test starts the Logging window will clear. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 44 of 77...
5. Click the “Connect” button in the c3 row and it will display “Disconnect” RVCLIScripter can now communicate to the Ethernet Port. 6. Continue by performing the “MAC ID / Ethernet Port” section. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 45 of 77...
MDK-C5 Keypads 1 – 5 will turn off and display will go dark. MDK-C5 Keypad 6 will remain illuminated. (This disables sleep mode) 2. Press the space bar to start the next group “Bass All Zones”. 3. Continue to the “Bass All Zones” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 46 of 77...
Oscilloscope #1 is viewing Line Level signals. Oscilloscope #2 is viewing Speaker Level signals. Set the Fixed/Variable Switch on the MCA-C3 to “Variable” on Zone 1 & 2. Switch is located on the Rear Panel near the speaker connectors. 2. Press the space bar at the “Bass Zone (x)” dialog.
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Zone 6 was on to keep the sleep mode from activating. Speaker Bass with Loudness off 6. Press the space bar to start the next group “Bass All Zones”. 7. Continue by performing the “Zone 1” section. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 48 of 77...
700mV P-toP 10khz sine wave displays then after 1 second increases to 1.8V P-to-P Note: Pressing the space bar at the “Treble 50% to 100% Zone X” dialog sends a command to turn on the MCA-C3 Trigger 1 Output which selects the 10khz Output of the Signal Generator Test Fixture.
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The Oscilloscope will display the Left Channel sine wave. The Right Channel will be at a significantly reduced level. The Left Channel will be approximately 2V P-to-P, this is ok. Time base set to observe a 10khz sine wave MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 50 of 77...
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The “All Sources Zone X” script will continue for each source 2-6 then return to (One) Source 1 when complete. Be certain when the RCK changes source that no signal is observed. When the MDK-C5 changes source the signal is approximately 1.8V P-to-P. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 51 of 77...
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A command is sent to a lower volume wait 1.5 seconds and raise volume. Only A/V L and R Sine Waves will vary. Speaker levels remain constant. Press the space bar at the “Line Out Fixed Zone X (Set Switch)” dialog. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 52 of 77...
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No distortion is viewed on the oscilloscope. Lower volume level set Higher volume level set Only the Speaker levels change, Line Level remains constant during test 11. Continue to “Zone 2-6” scripts. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 53 of 77...
All test scripts are the same a Zone 1 and 2 except no Fixed Zone (x) test. Sample Zone 3 – 6 Speaker Output 3. Press the space bar to start the next group “IR” 4. Continue to “Zone IR” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 54 of 77...
This will repeat as the test script switches to each source. Source 7 D83 will illuminate continually while the other sources are switched. Source 7 is connected to the COM (Common) IR Output of the MCA-C3. The Sources 1-6 + 7 will repeat for each IR Zone (x).
Paging disabled, Right channel sine wave is displayed only for 1.5 seconds. 3. After 1.5 seconds Paging enabled, both R & L channel sine wave displays. After 1.5 seconds, Paging disabled, the Right channel sine wave displays only. Source 6 Left unplugged Page Enabled MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 56 of 77...
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Source 6 Left unplugged Page Disabled Source 6 Left connected Page Disabled 5. Press the space bar to start the next group “Audio Page Sense”. 6. Continue by performing the “Audio Register Set” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 57 of 77...
Lines 5, 7, and 9 will return a value of 1. Lines 13, 15, and 17 will return a value of 0. Confirm this occurs for each Source Tested Source 5 Passed Source 6 Passed MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 58 of 77...
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Lines 15, 17, and 19 will return a value of 1. Page Sense passes when all values above are correct. 5. Press the space bar to start the next group “Triggers”. 6. Continue by performing the “12V Triggers on off” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 59 of 77...
Note: A reading of 10.5 to 11.6 for 12VDC Trigger Outputs is acceptable. 11.4 VDC is normal. 1. Obtain the adconlcd.hex file from Russound Engineering. Load this firmware file to the PIC18F452 on the IR Switcher PCB. The PIC 18F452 needs to have firmware loaded to perform the tests.
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23. Connect a cable with 3.5mm plugs on each end from “Trigger Output number 1” to the “Page Trigger In” jack. 24. Connect another cable with 3.5mm plugs on each end from “Trigger Output number 2” to “12VDC Trigger In” jacks. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 61 of 77...
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Line number 11 returns a value of 1. Line number 15 returns a value of 0. 28. Press the space bar to start the “Front Panel LED” group. 29. Continue by performing the “Front Panel LED” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 62 of 77...
6. This test has passed when all Green LED’s go dark one at a time. 7. Press the space bar to start the “Page_In_IRQ” group. 8. Continue by performing the “Page_In_ IRQ” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 63 of 77...
Line number 9 and 11 return a value of 0. Line number 15 and 17 return a value of 1. 4. Press the space bar to start the “HT_In_IRQ” group. 5. Continue by performing the “HT_In_ IRQ” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 64 of 77...
Line number 9 and 11 return a value of 0. Line number 15 and 17 return a value of 1. 4. Press the space bar to start the “RTC_IRQ” group. 5. Continue by performing the “RTC_ IRQ” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 65 of 77...
Line number 5 and 7 return a value of 0. Line number 11 and 13 return a value of 1. 4. Press the space bar to start the “WOL_IRQ” group. 5. Continue by performing the “WOL_ IRQ” script. MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 66 of 77...
2. All MDK-C5 Keypads will turn off (go dark) and the clock is not visible. Ten seconds later D36 on the Digital Board will go dark and you hear a relay click in the MCA-C3. (The MCA-C3 is in Sleep Mode). Open a “Command Prompt” and type “ipconfig”.
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5. All MDK-C5 Keypads clocks will be visible. D36 on the Digital Board will be blinking again and you hear a relay click in the MCA-C3. (The MCA-C3 is not in Sleep Mode). Press the power button on MDK-C5 Rev 1 Zone 1 to turn it on.
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7. Click the “Send” button next to the command 8. The IR “talk back” LED of the MCA-C3 will blink. Note: Once the LED begins blinking the MCA-C3 is in the Learn IR mode. The RED will blink for a few seconds then stop.
The Factory Init may take up to 30 seconds before the LED blinks. 3. Power cycle the MCA-C3. Turn it off then back on. 4. Once the MCA-C3 is ready turn on the MDK-C5 for Zone 1. 5. Press the “Home” button on the MDK-C5.
Place the correct fuse in the ACA-E5 rear panel fuse holder for the specified AC voltage marked on the rear panel. 2. Place the MCA-C3-E5 in the Gift Box. Appendix Figure 1: RCK and RSS rear view with proper cable connections...
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RSS close up with Source numbers labeled MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 72 of 77...
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RCK close up with Keypad numbers labeled Led blinks with Sony key pressed on remote. *Depends on active source IR Switcher PCB Sources Speaker Output isolation Test Fixture MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 73 of 77...
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RSS #2 Used as Zone Selector RSS #1 Used as Source Selector Source 1- 8 Selection Zone 1-6 Selection Source 9-12 Selection RCK and RSS connections for Zone and Source Tests MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 74 of 77...
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Speaker Common J3 Used as Speaker Selector Zone 1-6 Selection Same RCK in previous page RCK and RSS connections for Speaker Tests MCA-C3 Test Procedure Page 75 of 77...
Firmware Upgrade with Bootloader installed Note: This section is for Russound Personnel only. 1. Perform the Serial Interface RS232 to determine what version of the Bootloader and Firmware are installed. 2. Perform the section Russound Device Update if the correct Bootloader is installed.
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All MDK-C5 Keypads will turn off (go dark) and the clock is not visible. Ten seconds later D36 on the Digital Board will go dark and you hear a relay click in the MCA-C3. (The MCA-C3 is in Sleep Mode). MCA-C3 Test Procedure...
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Sanyo LC75412E Schematics with BOM Note: Schematics with BOM listed in this section are for controllers with the Sanyo LC75412E IC installed on the Audio PCB.
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LINK_IR_3 RNET Debug LINK_IR_2 0.1uF 0.1uF LINK_IR_1 C7 0.1uF C9 0.1uF RS232/PGM_TXD RS232/PGM_RXD Tie Shield to Chassis GND SHDN RS232_SHDN# CON9 R179 GND_EARTH2 Rear Port COM-A RS-232 Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/20/10...
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R219 47K Place one near each power pin +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V C154 R218 +5V_ENABLE-RDS_ENABLE# MMBT3906LT1 4.7k C152 Decode for I/O Read Product. ID 0.1uF 0.1uF 74HC138/SO 0.1uF Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board EXPANDED_I/O_&_MEMORY Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/20/10...
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ZONE_8_AUDIO_OUT_VAR_SEL IR_OUT_2/8 IR_OUT_6 ZONE_7_AUDIO_OUT_VAR_SEL 75412_CE IR_OUT_3 IR_ALL_OUT SPARE_IN_1 IR_OUT_4 75412_DI 75412_CLK LOOP_OUT_8_RIGHT_PAGE#/AUDIO_IN AUDIO_IN_1_RCA#/AM_FM_TUNER HEADER 25X2 HEADER 25X2 +12V AMP_POWER J21-1 From Amp Power Supply J21-2 J21-3 Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board EXPANSION_PORT Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/20/10...
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MMBT3904LT1 4.7k S1BB-13F WAKE_UP_IRQ 213-0025 Home Theater In +3.3V MMBT3906LT1 HOME_THR_IN_12V HOME_THR_IN MMBT3904LT1 1.5K S1BB-13F WAKE_UP_IRQ 213-0025 +3.3V Page Trigger MMBT3906LT1 PAGE_TRG_IN_12V PAGE_TRG_IN MMBT3904LT1 1.5K S1BB-13F Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board HOME_THTR_&_MUTE Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/20/10...
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Enables RS-232 TX When Programming CPU (S1 Pos 7) RS232_SHDN# Select Controller Number U31-C 213-0025 Decode 0x07 Select 7 For Program Mode 205-0048 U31-D MMBT3904LT1 R129 Russound Inc 205-0048 Title MCA C3 Digital Board RTC_&_ID_SWITCH Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/20/10...
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P0_7/INT4 100pF P1_1 P0_6/INT4 P1_2 P0_5/INT4 P1_3 P0_4/INT4 P1_4 P0_3/INT3 P1_5 P0_2/INT2 R141 P1_6 P0_1/INT1 P1_7 P0_0/INT0 UEI Debug UEI_RXD UEI_TXD LED Out IR In IR Out Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/20/10...
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3_3V_OUT R216 USBDP 3.3K +3.3V USBDM C130 U43-C 0.033uF +3.3V USB_RTS# 205-0111 C153 0.1uF U43-D 205-0111 USB_CTS# LVC is 5V tolerant for USB_CTS# C131 C132 2.2uF 0.1uF Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/20/10...
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Attrib ute: Item Qty Refdes Description Value Part Number Rev Vendor PCB,MCA C3,DIGITAL BOARD 100 0030 SPACER,FOAM,25X25X8 580 0003 BRACKET,ANGLE,10MMX10MM,DUA M3 TAP 575 0006 THERMAL GREASE 480 0007 HEATSINK,15.5mm X 11mm X 30mm,AL 480 0006 SCREW,TAPPING,PAN HEAD,PHILIPS,M3X6,STAINLESS STEEL,ZINC PLATE 610 0012 SCREW,SEMS,PAN HEAD,PHILIPS,M3X6,STEEL,ZINC PLATE 610 0011...
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J1,J18 CONN,TH,RA,DUAL RJ 45 MODULAR JACK 325 0092 KINSUN INDUSTRIES INC CONN,TH,HEADER,VERT,WAFER,4 CHAO KUEI MOLD INDUSTRIAL CO., POS,3.96 CENTERS 325 0062 LTD. HIROSE GENTLE ENTERPRISE LTD. HANLIM ELECTRONICS CORP CONN,TH,STRAIGHT,5 PIN,0.100 CENTERS,HEADER 325 0063 Conn Top Component Inc. CONN,TH,STRAIGHT,8 PIN,0.100 CENTERS,HEADER 325 0064 Conn Top Component Inc.
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SOL SAEM ELECTRONICS COMPANY KOBICONN J4,J13 CONN,TH,JTAG,2X7,100 MIL CENTERS 325 0066 Conn Top Component Inc. CONN,TH,STRAIGHT,2 PIN,0.100 J5,J15 CENTERS,HEADER 325 0059 Conn Top Component Inc. CONN,TH,STRAIGHT,1X3,0.100 CENTERS,HEADER 325 0060 Conn Top Component Inc. Samtec CONN,TH,HEADER,RIGHT J7 J8 ANGLE,2X25,2mm 325 0061 Conn Top Component Inc.
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ST Micro TDA7718N Schematics with BOM Note: Schematics with BOM listed in this section are for controllers with the ST Micro TDA7718N IC installed on the Audio PCB.
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LINK_IR_3 RNET Debug LINK_IR_2 0.1uF 0.1uF LINK_IR_1 C7 0.1uF C9 0.1uF RS232/PGM_TXD RS232/PGM_RXD Tie Shield to Chassis GND SHDN RS232_SHDN# CON9 R179 GND_EARTH2 Rear Port COM-A RS-232 Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/17/11...
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R219 47K Place one near each power pin +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V C154 R218 +5V_ENABLE-RDS_ENABLE# 4.7k C152 MMBT3906LT1 Decode for I/O Read Product. ID 0.1uF 0.1uF 74HC138/SO 0.1uF Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board EXPANDED_I/O_&_MEMORY Size Document Number Date: 05/17/11 Sheet...
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ZONE_8_AUDIO_OUT_VAR_SEL IR_OUT_2/8 IR_OUT_6 ZONE_7_AUDIO_OUT_VAR_SEL 75412_CE IR_OUT_3 IR_ALL_OUT SPARE_IN_1 IR_OUT_4 75412_DI 75412_CLK LOOP_OUT_8_RIGHT_PAGE#/AUDIO_IN AUDIO_IN_1_RCA#/AM_FM_TUNER HEADER 25X2 HEADER 25X2 +12V AMP_POWER J21-1 From Amp Power Supply J21-2 J21-3 Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board EXPANSION_PORT Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/17/11...
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MMBT3904LT1 4.7k S1BB-13F WAKE_UP_IRQ 213-0025 Home Theater In +3.3V MMBT3906LT1 HOME_THR_IN_12V HOME_THR_IN MMBT3904LT1 1.5K S1BB-13F WAKE_UP_IRQ 213-0025 +3.3V Page Trigger MMBT3906LT1 PAGE_TRG_IN_12V PAGE_TRG_IN MMBT3904LT1 1.5K S1BB-13F Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board HOME_THTR_&_MUTE Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/17/11...
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Enables RS-232 TX When Programming CPU (S1 Pos 7) RS232_SHDN# Select Controller Number U31-C 213-0025 Decode 0x07 Select 7 For Program Mode 205-0048 U31-D MMBT3904LT1 R129 Russound Inc 205-0048 Title MCA C3 Digital Board RTC_&_ID_SWITCH Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/17/11...
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P0_7/INT4 100pF P1_1 P0_6/INT4 P1_2 P0_5/INT4 P1_3 P0_4/INT4 P1_4 P0_3/INT3 P1_5 P0_2/INT2 R141 P1_6 P0_1/INT1 P1_7 P0_0/INT0 UEI Debug UEI_RXD UEI_TXD LED Out IR In IR Out Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/17/11...
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3_3V_OUT R216 USBDP 3.3K +3.3V USBDM C130 U43-C 0.033uF +3.3V USB_RTS# 205-0111 C153 0.1uF U43-D 205-0111 USB_CTS# LVC is 5V tolerant for USB_CTS# C131 C132 2.2uF 0.1uF Russound Inc Title MCA C3 Digital Board Size Document Number Date: Sheet 05/17/11...
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Item Qty Refdes Description Value Part Number Rev Vendor BRACKET,ANGLE,10MMX10MM,DUAL M3 TAP 575‐0006 SCREW,SEMS,PAN HEAD,PHILIPS,M3X6,STEEL,ZINC PLATE 610‐0011 SPACER,FOAM,25X25X8 580‐0003 PCB,MCA‐C3,DIGITAL BOARD 100‐0030 BATTERY,TH,LITHIUM COIN,WITH LEGS 342‐0000 Panasonic NEW PAN EASTERN C1,C4‐C9,C21‐C25,C27‐C30,C32‐ C45,C47,C49‐C59,C104‐ C105,C107,C110‐C113,C116,C122‐ C123,C129,C131,C134‐C139,C149‐ CAP,SMT,0.1UF,50V,CER,X7R,0603 0.1UF 202‐0056 Kemet C100,C148 CAP,SMT,220PF,CER,50V,10%,X7R,080 202‐0158 Kemet C108‐C109 CAP,SMT,22PF,CER,50V,NPO,0603 22PF 202‐0065 Kemet C114‐C115 CAP,SMT,12PF,CER,50V,5%,0603 12PF 202‐0035 Kemet...
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U2,U3,U5,U10,U11,U12,U14,U22, U23,U24,U25,U26 IC,TH, AMPLIFIER,JFET, 8 LEAD PACKAGE 305‐0019 JRC (NEW JAPAN RADIO CO,LTD) U20,U21 IC,TH, AMPLIFIER,JFET,14 LEAD PACKAGE 305‐0020 JRC (NEW JAPAN RADIO CO,LTD) IC,SMT,LO OFFSET VOLTAGE, LO PWR, 8‐ U27,U29 SOIC 205‐0114 NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR IC,SMT,IC SW ANLG TRPL SPDT U28,U81 PREC,16SOIC 205‐0066 INTERSIL IC,SMT,MULTIPLEXER 8:1 60OHM 20‐QFN 205‐0064 INTERSIL IC,SMT,QUAD RAIL TO RAIL OP AMP,SO‐ 205‐0001 STMicroelectronics IC,SMT,IC OP AMP RAIL TO RAIL,8‐ SOIC,TS462CDT 205‐0065 STMicroelectronics...
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Common Schematics with BOM Note: Common Schematics with BOM listed in this section are for controllers with the Sanyo LC75412E or the ST Micro TDA7718N IC installed on the Audio PCB.
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Item Qty Refdes Description Value Part Rev Vendor PCB,MCA‐C3,POWER SUPPLY BOARD,12V SWITCHING 100‐0041 E HEATSINK,22MMX50.5MMX55MM,MOUN HS1‐HS2 TING HOLES 480‐0017 2 HEATSINK,15.5mm X 11mm X 30mm,AL 480‐0006 0 SCREW,SEMS,PAN HEAD,PHILIPS,M3X6,STEEL,BLACK OXIDE 610‐0001 0 SCREW,TAPPING,PAN HEAD,PHILIPS,M3X6,STEEL,BLACK OXIDE 610‐0002 0 FUSE,2A,250V,FAST‐BLO,5MMX20MM 422‐0006 0 WALTER ELECTRONIC CO LTD SCREW,SEMS,PAN HEAD,PHILIPS,M4X6,STEEL,ZINC PLATE 610‐0040 0 LOCTITE,THREADLOCK,MEDIUM STRENGTH 470‐0000 0 MCMASTER‐CARR THERMAL GREASE 480‐0007 0 C1,C111‐C113,C200‐...
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Item Qty Refdes Description Value Part Number Rev Vendor PCB,MCA‐C3,RAILS POWER SUPPLY BOARD 100‐0040 SPACER,SUPPORT,4.5MM ODX4.5MM IDX1.8MM HIGH,CERAMIC 620‐0063 Pin Good FUSE,8A,250V,FAST‐BLO,5MMX20MM 422‐0005 WALTER ELECTRONIC CO LTD C1‐C2 CAP,TH,10000UF,35V,20%,25.4DIAx45H 10000UF 302‐0033 SAMHWA FUSE ELECTRONIC IND CO SHIANG CHEN ELECTRONIC CO LTD CAP,TH,0.01UF,275V,EMI SUPPRESSION 302‐0034 JENN FU ELECTRONICS CORP PILKOR ELECTRONICS CO LTD IC,TH,SILICON RECTIFIER,400 VOLTS D1‐D4 (REVERSE),6A 305‐0021 DIODES INCORPORATED 12 F1‐F3,F6‐F14 PTC,SMT,POLYSWITCH,1.85A,RESET FUSE 222‐0006 LITTELFUSE FUSE HOLDER,TH,10A,5.2X20MM,TIN F4‐F5 PLATE 322‐0000 WALTER ELECTRONIC CO LTD CONN,TH,4 POSITION,RIGHT ...
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Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 SIP-5P +3_3V 4.7K +3_3V Russound Inc UEI Learning Receiver 0.1uF Title C2 Front Panel Size Document Number Property of Russound - Confidential Date: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 Sheet...
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Item Qty Refdes Description Value Part Number Rev Vendor PCB,MCA‐C3,FRONT PANEL 100‐0032 SPACER,LED,4.1MM HEIGHT,NATURAL 620‐0004 Pin Good CAP,TH,0.1UF,CER,50V, 10%,X7R,RADIAL 302‐0013 Kemet TOUNG CHERN ELECTRON CO LED,TH,RED,650NM PEAK 320‐0003 Rohm Kingbright LED,TH,RED,627NM PEAK 320‐0005 Kingbright D3‐D10 LED,TH,GREEN,565NM PEAK 320‐0004 Kingbright CONN,TH,2.5mm,15 CONTACTS,250V AC,3A 325‐0053 Conn Top Component Inc. CONN,TH,USB TYPE B,FEMALE,180 DEGREES DIP 325‐0054 Accurate Innotech Inc. Molex TYCO ELECTRONICS CONN,TH,HEADER,VERT,4 POS,2.5MM,WAFER,TIN 325‐0058 Molex Conn Top Component Inc.
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