Connection Instructions
Read all instructions before starting the installation.
Determine the ideal location for the BTC-1X Remote
Transceiver based on whether it will be a global or local
source, keeping in mind that structural elements, concrete,
and other 2.4 gHz transmitters may interfere with the
signal. The BTC-1X Remote Transceiver may be located in a
freestanding position or in a standard 18 ci electrical box.
The BTC-1X Remote Transceiver must be accessible for
programming a custom name later.
Route a single CAT-5 cable from the BTC-1 Termination
Box to the BTC-1X Remote Transceiver location. The
recommended maximum CAT-5 cable length is 300
feet (91.44 meters) between the BTC-1X and the BTC-1
Termination Box. If the BTC-1X location is freestanding,
the CAT-5 cable can be terminated to a RJ-45 wall plate
using the T568A standard wiring confi guration. A CAT-5
jumper cable would then be connected from the wall plate
to the BTC-1X. If the location is in-wall, the CAT-5 cable is
routed into an 18 ci or larger US standard electrical work
box where it is terminated with a RJ-45 plug which is then
connected to the BTC-1X.
The BTC-1 Termination Box should be placed close to the
controller (distance not to exceed 25 ft). The installer then
installs the BTC-1 by either mounting it to a fl at surface
or to the back of an A/V equipment rack using screws
through the holes in the mounting fl anges. Terminate the
end of the CAT-5 cable connected to the BTC-1X Remote
Transceiver with an RJ-45 plug using the T568A standard
wiring confi guration. Connect the cable to the BTC-1
Termination Box.
Connect RCA audio patch cables from the termination
box’s audio outputs to the designated source input on the
Russound controller for which the BSK-1 will be assigned
to.
The provided two conductor 12VDC trigger cable
terminated with a 1/8” male plug at each end is connected
from the termination box’s 12VDC trigger output to the
Home Theater trigger input on the Russound controller.
This will wake the Russound controller from standby once
the BSK-1 is actively paired with a
Bluetooth®
enabled
source.
If this is to be used as a local source for a zone, use SCS-C5
confi guration software to assign it to a Primary Zone and
set the Local Source turn on volume level which is unique
from the zone turn on volume level.
Connect the included 12VDC power supply to the
BTC-1 Termination Box but do not plug into the wall until
installation has been completed.
Connection Diagram
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RJ-45 CAT-5 Wiring Scheme
RJ-45
RJ-45
MCA-C5 Controller
BTC-1
BTC-1X
Power
Trigger (opt)
RCA to Source
CAT-5 300’ Max Cable Length
Source confi guration
Confi
gure the C-Series Controller using SCS-C5
confi guration software.
The BSK-1 is supported by C-Series products with the
minimum fi rmware listed below :
MCA-C3 v4.00.00 or higher
MCA-C5 v5.00.00 or higher
MDK-C5 v5.00.00 or higher
SCS-C5 v5.00.00 or higher
My Russound v2.00.00 or higher
All current fi rmware update fi les are located on the
Russound Support center,
www.russound.com.
The installer confi gures the source input which the
BSK-1 is connected to by selecting the device from the
drop-down list of source device types on the source setup
page. A drop down list will be presented for selection of
a Primary Zone with a default selection of 'None' along
with a turn on volume setting for the Primary Zone if this
is to be used as a Local Source. If this is to be used as a
global source for all zones leave the selection as 'None'.
Otherwise, select a Primary Zone from the list and adjust
the turn on volume for the Primary Zone for when the BSK-
1 is being used. Doing so enables the audio sensing for
that source input to trigger local source settings for the
selected zone as follows:
• Turn on the Primary Zone.
• Select the BSK-1 source for the Primary Zone
• Set the Primary Zone volume for Local Source use
Adjust the Source Volume Trim on the Source Summary
page within SCS-C5 so that the BSK-1 output level
appropriately matches that of the other audio sources.
Save the system confi guration to the controller
Assigning a custom name to the device
The BTC-1X comes confi gured with the Name
Russound
and Passkey
0000
. To create a more secure network, it is
recommended that a unique Name and Passkey be created
at the time of installation and provided to the homeowner.
Follow the steps below to create a unique Name and
Passkey for each BTC-1X.
Note:
CAT-5 cable must be connected during
programming to provide power to BTC-1X.
1. Plug in the micro USB cable (included) to the USB
programming port in the BTC-1X. (see diagram)
2 Connect the micro USB cable to the USB port on the PC.
3. Download the BSK-1 programming software from the
dealer portal at www.russound.com.
4. Launch the BTC-1X Confi guration Tool software.
5. Enter a unique Name and a numeric Passkey
(minimum 4 digits), then Write to device.
6. Disconnect the micro USB cable from the BTC-1X fi rst,
then cycle the power on the BTC-1X by removing the
CAT-5. Cycling the power will reboot the BTC-1X with
the assigned custom Name and Passkey.
Important Considerations
• Disconnect the power cord to the controller before
making any connections to the controller.
• Verify that all connections and polarity are correct.
• Keep all power cords away from all signal cables to
prevent humming from induced noise.
• Choose reliable signal cables and patch cords.
• Avoid running audio cords or CAT-5 signal cables close
to house electrical wiring for any distance. If you have
to run them parallel, make sure to space the wires at
least two feet from the AC line. If you need to cross an
AC line it should be at a 90° angle.
CAT-5 Jack
Power LED
Programming Jack
Micro USB cable
(Included)
BTC-1X Remote Transceiver
BTC-1 Termination Box
CAT-5 Jack
12 VDC Trigger
RCA Audio Outputs
Power Jack
Power LED
BTC-1 and BTC-1X
