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Genesis Installation Steps with Page References
Step A - Programming IR Source Codes into the Genesis
Prior to installing the system rack, it is suggested to program and test the sources function with
the Genesis. Since you will need access to both the rear of the Genesis and the front of the
Genesis while programming, this step is most easily accomplished with the Genesis placed on
a table. For information on the programming of the Genesis, see pages 11-12.
Step B - Installing the Rack
The first aspect to installing the system is to plan the placement of all the ADA rack equipment,
amps, and source components. Typically, the equipment is best racked starting at the top and
working downward. If you do not have rear access to the equipment, wires can be connected
to components as they are installed permitting the wires to hang while the next component is
added. Also, by lifting components into position rather than resting them on the component
below, you are protecting the face plates and rack handles from knocking together. When
racking from bottom to top, components can be easily dented and scratched.
ADA suggests planning your equipment rack such that sources are followed by the by the first
Genesis, then the Slave Genesis's (if used), then the SSD-66/PTM-6150 (or other surround
amps), and then all other additional power amplifiers (PF-201's). This format for racking the
equipment will provide a cleaner flow of components and the respective wires and cables which
interconnect all the components. For more information on rack hardware available from ADA,
see page 27.
Step C - System Mainframe AC Wiring
Running the high voltage cables prior to adding any line level wires gives you the opportunity
to locate the heavier AC cords out of harms way. While wiring the AC is the first recommended
step, the main switching components (i.e. Genesis's & ACC-3s) should be left unplugged from
an actual AC outlet at this time. For information on AC wiring options, see pages 14-17.
Step D - Sources - Sources to Genesis
All central sources will need to connect their line-level wires to the Genesis. For more
information on these connections, see page 14.
For source control, the sources will need to connect to the Genesis or IRS-8 if used. Use either
an 1/8" male mini jack to 1/8" male mini jack wire for connecting the Genesis to the IRS-8 and
use standard IR flashers which connect to the Genesis or IRS-8 (if used). For more information
on the connection of the IRS-8, see page 13.
Step E - Connection of External Power Amplifiers
In many cases, additional power amplifiers are used to engage with a single zone. For the
various amplifier options available, see pages 24 - 25. At this time, you can connect the line-
level audio wires from the Genesis (variable line-out) to the power amplifier making certain to
"Y" split the processor loops output to both the external power amplifier and the Genesis's "Loop
Input". You can also connect the low voltage wires from the Genesis's Control Cable (Pin 1 (-
) & Pin 4 (+)) to the ACC-3 for AC control of external amplifiers. For more information on the
installation of external power amplifiers, see pages 16-17.
