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Russound MCA-88X Installation Manual
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MCA-88X Multizone Controller
Dimensions:
17"W x 3.5"H x 17.2"D (43.2 x 9 x 44 cm)
Weight:
28.8 lbs. (13.1 kg)
Power Supply:
100-120 VAC, 60Hz
220-240 VAC, 50Hz
Fuse Rating:
100-120V/T5.0A 250V US and Canada
220-240V/T3.15A 250V International
Frequency Response:
20Hz-20kHz +/- 1 dB at 1W output into 8 ohms
Minimum Impedance:
8 ohms
Watts per channel:
40W*
*1kHz into 8 ohms
2 channels at full power, 10 channels at 1/8th
Total Harmonic Distortion:
<0.05%, 1W output into 8 ohms 20Hz-20kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio:
93 dB unweighted, 96 dB A-weighted
Audio Source Inputs:
8 stereo RCA line level, 3 coax,1 optical
(maximum of 8 total inputs)
Audio Zone Outputs:
6 Speaker Level 40W/ch
(8 line level, fixed or variable selectable)
Common Trigger:
Out, 12VDC, @100mA
Home Theater Trigger:
In/Out, 12VDC (pass-through)
Page Trigger:
In, 12VDC
Speaker connection:
6 detachable 4 pole connectors
Keypad ports:
8 RJ-45 T568A standard
IR Outputs:
Up to 6 routed, with two shared outputs
and 1 common
Communication ports:
USB (firmware update only)
1 Serial RS-232, 19.2 kHz baud rate
1 Ethernet RJ-45, 10/100 Base T
2 RJ-45 RNET link ports
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Russound MCA-88X Controller Amplifier is guaranteed against all defects
in materials and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase.
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.
The unit must be returned to Russound at the owner’s expense and with
prior written permission. Accidental damage and shipping damage are not
considered defects, nor is damage resulting from abuse or from servicing by an
agency or person not specifically authorized in writing by Russound.
This warranty does not cover:
• Damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, negligence, or improper
installation or operation
• Power surges and lightning strikes
• Normal wear and maintenance
• Products that have been altered or modified
• Any product whose identifying number, decal, serial number, etc. has been
altered, defaced or removed.
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.
Damage to or destruction of components due to application of excessive
power voids the warranty on those parts. 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.
Before returning a unit for repair, call Russound Tech Support at
(866) 888-7466 for a Return Authorization number. Write this number on the
shipping label and ship to:
Russound
: ATTN: Service, 1 Forbes Road, Newmarket, NH 03857
Due to continual efforts to improve product quality as new technology and
techniques become available, Russound/FMP, Inc. reserves the right to revise
system specifications without notice.
