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BSK-1

Bluetooth®

 Source Kit

Overview

The BSK-1 

Bluetooth 

Source Kit enables the user of a portable 

media player, smartphone, or other 

Bluetooth

 equipped device 

to wirelessly transmit audio content to a Russound multiroom 
audio system. The BTC-1X Remote Transceiver connects to the 
BTC-1 Termination Box via a single CAT-5 cable. The CAT-5 cable 
both powers the transceiver and transmits audio signals from the 
BTC-1 Termination Box which is then connected to the multiroom 
controller for audio and 12VDC trigger signals. It can be 
designated either as a global source for the multiroom system or 
as a local source for an individual "Primary Zone" with automatic 
control over zone power, source selection and volume level. 

The compact BTC-1X Remote Transceiver can sit on a fl at 

surface or be placed in a standard electrical box in an ideal 
location so that the user can connect and move throughout the 
listening area without interrupting the audio stream. Housed in 
a compact surface-mount metal box, the BTC-1 Termination Box 
is connected directly to the controller via RCA audio patch cables 
and an optional 12VDC trigger cable.

Safety Instructions

1.  Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions 

should be read before the equipment is operated.

2.  Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions 

should be retained for future reference.

3.  Heed Warnings - All warnings on the equipment in the 

operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - Follow all operating and user 

instructions.

5.  Water and Moisture - The equipment should not be used 

near water; for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, 
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

6. Mounting - The equipment should be mounted or secured as 

recommended by the manufacturer.

7. Heat - The equipment should be situated away from heat 

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other equipment 
(including amplifi ers) that produce heat.

8.  Power Sources - The product should be connected to a power 

supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or 
as marked on the equipment.

9.  Grounding or Polarization - Precaution should be taken so 

that the grounding or polarization means of the product is not 
defeated.

10.  Avoid spills and foreign objects. Ensure liquids and objects 

don’t get into the product enclosure through any openings.

11.  Damage Requiring Service - The equipment should be 

serviced by qualifi ed service personnel when: the power supply 
cord or the plug has been damaged; objects have fallen, liquid has 
been spilled into the equipment; the equipment has been exposed 
to rain; the equipment does not appear to operate normally; or the 
equipment has been dropped or the enclosure is damaged.

12. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the 

equipment beyond that described in the operating instructions. All 
other servicing should be referred to qualifi ed service personnel. 

13.  Care – From time to time you should wipe any dust 

accumulation from the equipment with a soft dry cloth. 

Copyright ©2013 Russound® All rights reserved. All trademarks are 

the property of their respective owners. Russound is not responsible for 
typographical errors or omissions. Specifi cations are subject to change 
without notice. 

The 

Bluetooth®

 word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by

 

Bluetooth

 SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Russond is under license. 

Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Russound, Inc. 

5 Forbes Rd., Newmarket, NH 03857, USA

tel 603.659.5170 • fax 603.659.5388    www.russound.com
technical  support:  866.888.7466      e-mail:  [email protected]        

28-1369   06.06.14, Rev.5

Testing 

Verify the red power LED is lit on the BTC-1 Termination 

Box and the green LED is lit on the BTC-1X Remote 
Transceiver.

Turn on a 

Bluetooth

® enabled source i.e. media player, 

smartphone, or computer. Open the 

Bluetooth

 menu 

and enable the pairing feature on the device.  Select the 
Russound BSK-1

 

product by its confi gured name from 

the list of available 

Bluetooth

 enabled products. Enter PIN 

number 0000 to complete pairing. 

Select the desired audio from the device and start the 

playback.

For Local Source confi gurations

The Local Source feature is designed for use when the 

Primary Zone is in the Off  state and is not available if the 
Primary Zone is already in use.

When an audio output signal from the BSK-1 is detected 

by the C-Series controller, the Primary Zone will turn on, 
select the BSK-1 source and set the zone's volume level 
based on the settings made through SCS-C5 software. 

The volume on the source device should be at its highest 

setting to assure the audio output level from the BSK-1 will 
be strong enough to detect and activate the Local Source 
feature. If the audio signal level is not strong enough for 
the C-Series controller to detect, the local source feature 
will not activate or, if already in use, will shut the local 
source feature off  after 10 minutes of no audio signal 
detection.

For non-Local Source confi gurations

Turn on a zone and select the BSK-1 source input and 

adjust the volume to the desired level. Audio from the 

Bluetooth

 enabled source should be heard throughout the 

zone.

Normal Use

Only one device at a time may be actively paired with 

the BSK-1 in the multiroom system. Activate the 

Bluetooth

 

feature from the source device and connect or 'pair' with 
the BSK-1 by selecting its assigned name. If being used as a 
Local Source and the Primary Zone is in the Off  state, it will 
automatically be turned on, select the BSK-1 source input 
and volume level adjusted. Otherwise manually choose 
your music and start playing. Choose the appropriate 
source input on the Russound system and enjoy the music. 
When fi nished, disconnect your device from the BSK-1 or 
turn off  the 

Bluetooth

 feature of the source device. If you 

move your device out of range (15M without obstruction) 
it will automatically sever the connection. If you are unable 
to connect to the BSK-1, another device within range may 
be connected. 

Specifi cations

BTC-1X Remote Transceiver

      Power requirements:  supplied by BTC-1 via CAT-5
    

Frequency:  2,400-2,483.5 MHz

 

CAT-5 connection:   RJ-45 (T568A standard)

 

Dimensions:  70mm x 56mm x 26mm  (W x D x H)

     

Weight:  3.1 ounces

     

Max cable length:  300’ (CAT-5) BTC-1X to BTC-1

 

   50', (15M) without obstruction

BTC-1 Termination box

      Power requirements:   12VDC 300mA
     

CAT-5 connection:   RJ-45 (T568A standard) 

     

Trigger Output:   12VDC 100 mA Max

     

Trigger Input:   12VDC   

      Audio Connections:   2 RCA
     

Dimensions:   122mm x 51mm x 38mm (W x D x H) 

     

Weight:  7.3 ounces

     

Max cable length:  25’ (RCA cable) BTC-1 to Controller

 

  300’ (CAT-5) BTC-1X to BTC-1

Limited Warranty

The Russound BSK-1 is fully guaranteed for two (2) years 

from the date of purchase against all defects in materials and 
workmanship. During this period Russound will replace any 
defective parts and correct any defect in workmanship without 
charge for either parts or labor. For this warranty to apply, the unit 
must be installed and used according to its written instructions. If 
service is necessary, it must be performed by Russound. Russound 
assumes no responsibility for defects resulting from abuse or 
servicing performed by an agency or person not specifi cally 
authorized in writing by Russound. Damage to or destruction of 
components due to improper use voids the warranty. In these 
cases the repair will be made at the owner’s expense. Accidental 
damage and shipping damage are not considered defects under 
the terms of the warranty. To return for repairs, the unit must 
be shipped to Russound at the owner’s expense, along with a 
Return Authorization number and documentation explaining 
the nature of the service required. Any product returned without 
prior written permission will be returned to sender. Russound 
sells products only through authorized Dealers and Distributors 
to ensure that customers obtain proper support and service. 
Any Russound product purchased from an unauthorized dealer 
or other source, including retailers, mail order sellers and online 
sellers will not be honored or serviced under existing Russound 
warranty policy. Any sale of products by an unauthorized source 
or other manner not authorized by Russound shall void the 
warranty on the applicable product.

To obtain Return Authorization please contact us at: 

[email protected]

Note: 

This equipment has been tested and found to comply 

with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of 
the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio 
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance 
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which 
can be determined by turning the equipment off  and on, the 
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of or 
more of the following measures: reorient or relocate the receiving 
antenna; increase the separation between the equipment and 
receiver; connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit 
diff erent from that to which the  receiver is connected, or consult 
the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme 

NMB-003 du Canada.

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