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Russound CAA66 Installation Manual

Multisource multiroom audio controller/amplifier
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  • Page 1 CAA66 Multisource Multiroom Audio Controller/Amplifier Installation Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Safeguards

    B. Objects have fallen, liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or appliance. C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or If you have any questions please call Russound Inc. at 1-800-638-8055 or 603-659-5170. D.The appliance does not appear to operate normally; or Safety Instructions: E.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    System Installation Considerations..................13 Connection Tips ........................13 Wiring Instructions Keypad Wiring........................14 Speaker Wiring .........................14 Component Guide CAA66 Controller Front Panel Removal ................15 CAA66 Controller Rear Panel .....................16 KP6 Keypad Update Port ....................17 KP6 Keypad Rear Panel ....................18 Keypad Installation KP6 Keypad Installation .....................18 Making Connections Keypad Port Connections....................19...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Common IR Input Connection .....................22 Speaker Connections ......................23 Zone Fixed/Variable Audio Output ..................24 12VDC Mute Trigger In/Trigger Out ..................25 Controller Link In/Out ......................26 RS-232 Interface .......................27 Initial Hardware Install Test ....................28 Programming Programming Center ......................29 Controller Setup Mode Controller ID .......................30 Number of Sources.....................31 Factory Initialization.....................32...

  • Page 5: User Section Product Introduction

    The CAA66 caters to homeowners who want more control over their multiroom systems with The CAA66 kit ships with a remote control such capabilities as infrared (IR) tools to manage (SRC1) and elegant keypads (KPL or KP6 mod- the system from anywhere in the house.

  • Page 6: Component Guide

    COMPONENT GUIDE CAA66 FRONT PANEL The CAA66 front panel consists of a split molded “power on” indicator to the left which illuminates when piece with a removable bottom half. This bottom piece the unit is on. The six zone LEDs light up amber when hides the Programming Center buttons.

  • Page 7: Kp6 Keypad

    COMPONENT GUIDE KP6 KEYPAD KP6 Keypad SOURCE NAME - Six clear windows with replaceable source name labels. Current source selected is backlit amber. VOLUME UP - Raises the volume for the room/adjusts User Menu options. VOLUME DOWN - Lowers the volume for the room/adjusts User Menu options. POWER - Turns zone ON or OFF when pressed once.

  • Page 8: Kpl Keypad

    COMPONENT GUIDE KPL KEYPAD KPL Keypad LCD PANEL - 5-character amber backlit display shows source name, volume and zone 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 - Turns zone ON or OFF when pressed once.

  • Page 9: Kpsc Keypad

    COMPONENT GUIDE KPSC KEYPAD KPSC Source Control Keypad The KPSC keypad connects to a KP6 or KPL key- A second press of the Numeric button sends a pad to add source control and numeric capabili- Suffix command of “Enter” and puts the keypad ty.

  • Page 10: Src1 Remote Control

    COMPONENT GUIDE SRC1 SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL POWER - Turns on or off selected zone. NUMERIC INPUT - Number buttons for direct input of frequency, channel, etc. VOLUME UP/DOWN - Raises or lowers the vol- ume in the zone. MUTE - Mutes/unmutes zone audio output. INFO - Displays current channel and program information.

  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION USER OPTIONS SETTINGS KP6 Keypad User Options Mode Operation Source window blinks to indicate the option that is ready for adjustment Bass Treble Balance Turn On Volume Option setting level Press and hold Source Press Volume button to Up or Down enter or exit buttons to User Options...

  • Page 12: Kpl User Options Mode

    OPERATION USER OPTIONS SETTINGS KPL Keypad User Options Mode Operation Press and Press Volume hold Source Up or Down button to buttons to enter or exit adjust setting User Options Mode Press Source button to select option Blue LED will blink to indicate Loudness is ready for adjustment KPL User Options Mode...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    • 1 (one) SRC1 System Remote Control Connection Tips • 6 (six) 845.1 Micro Emitters • It is recommended that the CAA66 and the source equipment be plugged into a dedicated Tools needed for installation: 20-amp circuit with an isolated ground. A power •...

  • Page 14: Wiring Instructions

    • Label wires with keypad and room location. CAT-5 WIRE COLOR TYPE This simplifies CAA66 hook-up once the key- Brown..... +12V pads and speakers are installed.

  • Page 15: Component Guide

    Controller Front Panel Removal Front Panel Removal this may require moving it until the front edge hangs The CAA66 front panel removable bottom half hides clear of the shelf. the Programming Center. It is important to follow the proper removal process to remove the panel without Place a flat screwdriver blade in the bottom slot on damage.

  • Page 16: Caa66 Controller Rear Panel

    COMMON IR OUTPUT - Output jack passes all IR signals from all keypads. SOURCE IR OUTPUTS - Six source-specific IR Output jacks allow IR control of source equipment. SOURCE INPUTS - Six pair of Audio Line Level input connections for CAA66 source components.

  • Page 17: Kp6 Keypad Update Port

    KP6 and KPL keypad operating system firmware. If an update is released, it will be available online through the Document Center on www.russound.com. Look in the “Firmware and Downloads” section under Multi-Zone product type. The Advanced Programming Cable is available from Russound, Part #2500-521065.

  • Page 18: Kp6 Keypad Rear Panel

    INSTALLER COMPONENT GUIDE Keypad Rear Panel and Installation CAT-5 to KP6/KPL Connection if the terminations deviate from the The KP6/KPL keypad uses a 110- required connection order. punchdown terminal on the back Take care when using an impact 110 panel to provide simple installation punchdown tool, as this may over- and a strong connection for CAT-5 spread the contact points.

  • Page 19: Making Connections

    The Keypad Ports are located on the back of If using more than one keypad in a zone, use an the CAA66 in the top left of center. Connections SA-ZX3 System Keypad Splitter (optional). The at the Keypad Ports are made with RJ45 con- SA-ZX3 supports up to three keypads per zone nectors using T568A CAT-5 wire configuration.

  • Page 20: Source Audio Input Connections

    Source IR Connections with IR, the source must be selected at the Each source component has a designated IR keypad receiving the command. port on the back of the CAA66. This IR port is directly above the Source Audio Input Connections.

  • Page 21: Rnet Source Audio Connections

    Using quality RCA signal cables, connect the Left and Right Audio outputs from each RNET source to the corresponding inputs on the CAA66 controller. Label each cable with the name of the selected source and the Source Audio input number located on the CAA66.

  • Page 22: Common Ir Input Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Common IR Connection Common IR Connections The Common IR jack on the rear of the CAA66 The Russound 845.1 single IR emitter is recom- allows control of any source equipment without mended, or use an IR connecting block such as that source being selected on the keypad.

  • Page 23: Speaker Connections

    INSTALLER MAKING CONNECTIONS Speaker Connections The speakers are connected to the CAA66 using WHITE -- L+ (left channel positive) modular snap connectors. Each of these color- GREEN -- L- (left channel negative) coded connectors is designated for the speaker set of a particular amplified zone. To avoid con-...

  • Page 24: Zone Fixed/Variable Audio Output

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Zone Fixed/Variable Audio Outputs Zone Fixed/Variable Audio Output The CAA66 has two line Audio outputs, on Zone The fixed or variable audio outputs can be used 1 and Zone 2. Each of these zone audio output if additional amplification is desired (e.g., connections features a stereo line out RCA con- Russound R235LS two-channel amplifier).

  • Page 25: 12Vdc Mute Trigger In/Trigger Out

    This allows for the connection of an external pag- sleeve is negative (-). The System Trigger Out ing or muting device. Note: The CAA66 will not supplies 12VDC when the first keypad is turned accept a paging audio input; however, if used on.

  • Page 26: Controller Link In/Out

    CAT-5 patch cable from Out ports, each controller must have a unique the Link Out of the master CAA66 and into the Controller ID prior to being connected through Link In of the next controller. Along with data sig- the Link In and Out ports.

  • Page 27: Rs-232 Interface

    Center at www.russound.com . Look for the troller. The RS-232 com port is located on the Technical Documents under Multi-source/Multi- back of the CAA66 and uses a DB-9 cable con- zone products. nection. For firmware updates, be sure the CPU Update switch next to the the RS232 interface is set in the “Update”...

  • Page 28: Initial Hardware Install Test

    1. Check the source to see that it is operating properly. 2. Check the RCA Audio cable connections from the source to the Source #1 Input on the CAA66. 3. Check the speaker connections and verify that they are correct and are connected to the Zone #1 speaker outputs.

  • Page 29: Programming Center

    IR/Learn) and are accessed with a press of the Setup through the Programming Center, located on the front button. of the CAA66 behind the removable lower panel. The The SRC1 system remote control is used to enter LEDs are dual purpose with different colors to indicate information during the setup procedures, and the LEDs different modes.

  • Page 30: Controller Id

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 31: Number Of Sources

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 32: Factory Initialization

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 33: Controller Setup Flow Chart

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 34: Source Setup

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 35: Command Type Options Rnet Sources

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 36: Uei Library

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 37: Learned Ir

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 38: Invalid Code

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 39: Clear Code

    INSTALLER PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW...

  • Page 40: Source Setup Flow Chart

    INSTALLER CAA66 SOURCE SETUP FLOW CHART...

  • Page 41: Kpl Setup Flow Chart

    KPL Setup Menu The KPL Setup menu is used to choose source names, check the version number and perform a Factory Initialization of the CAA66 controller. The menu is outlined in the diagram to the right. To access the Setup Menu, press...

  • Page 42: Source Names

    REFERENCE SOURCE NAMES - KPL KEYPAD Description Description 5-Character Description Display 5-Character Display 5-Character Display Auxiliary DSS Receiver MSvr1 Media Server 1 Aux 1 Auxiliary 1 DSS 1 DSS 1 MSvr2 Media Server 2 Aux 2 Auxiliary 2 DSS 2 DSS 2 MSvr3 Media Server 3...

  • Page 43: Source Names

    REFERENCE SOURCE NAMES - KPL/KP6 KEYPADS KP6 Labels Description Description 5-Character Display 5-Character Display Src 4 Source 4 XM 3 XM 3 AM/FM Src 5 Source 5 XMRad XM Radio AM/FM 1 Src 6 Source 6 AM/FM 2 Src 7 Source 7 CABLE Src 8...

  • Page 44: Uei Library Device Codes

    REFERENCE UEI LIBRARY IR CODES Device Codes for TVs: 0180, 0030 Signature 0016 Kenwood 0030, 0019 Sony 0000, 1100 Konka 0628, 0632, 0638, 0703, 0707 Soundesign 0180, 0178, 0179 0030, 0019 0056 Squareview 0171 Admiral 0093, 0463 0047, 0747, 0054, 0154, 0156, Starlite 0180 Advent...
  • Page 45 REFERENCE UEI LIBRARY IR CODES Philips 1818, 1061 Dynatech 0000 Protec 0072 Pioneer 1010 Electrohome 0037 Pulsar 0039 Princeton 0113, 0295 Electrophonic 0037 Quasar 0035, 0162, 1162, 0454, 1035 Samsung 1190, 1204 Emerex 0032 0035, 0060, 0760, 0048, 1035, 1060, 0807, 0149, 0042, 0240 Sensory Science 1126 Emerson 0037, 0184, 0000, 0121, 1278,...
  • Page 46 Aiwa 0157 One For All 0167 Device Codes for Tuner/Amp: Cal i f orni a Audi o Labs 0029 RadioShack 0240 Carver 0157, 0179 Russound 1232, 1233 0531 Classic 1297 Sanyo 0336 Aiwa 1089, 1405, 0158, 1388 0000 Security System 0167...

  • Page 47: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CAA66 Controller/Amplifier Dimensions: 17"W x 11.5"D x 3.9"H (43 x 29.2 x 10 cm) Weight: 17 lbs. 12.5 oz. (8 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;...

  • Page 48: Warranty

    In these cases, repairs will be made on the basis of the retail value of the parts and labor. To return for repairs, the unit must be shipped to Russound at the owner's expense, along with a note explaining the nature of service required. Be sure to pack the unit in a corrugated container with at least three (3) inches of resilient material to protect the unit from damage in transit.
  • Page 49 NOTES...
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  • Page 51 NOTES...
  • Page 52 Audio Controller/Amplifier Installation Manual Russound, Inc. 5 Forbes Road, Newmarket, NH 03857 tel 603.659.5170 • fax 603.659.5388 e-mail: tech@russound.com www.russound.com ® Copyright © 2005 Russound All rights reserved. All trademarks are property of their respective owners 28-1199 Rev. 1 11/22/05...

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