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1.0 Introduction
Exceptional Performance
The Xantech MRKP1 is a zone controller specifically designed for the MRC88m
or MRAUDIO8x8m systems. It provides Source Selection, Volume, Mute and
Power control as well as control of all connected sources with its built-in IR
receiver.
(NOTE: MRC88m/MRAUDIO8X8m must have Firmware ver. 2.03 or
later to work with the MRKP1)
About the MRC88m System
The Xantech MRC88m System is the next generation in Whole-house
Audio/Video Entertainment family of products. This is a revolutionary whole-
house audio/video entertainment distribution, audio amplification and control
system. The MRC88m System consists of the MRC88m Controller/Amplifier,
eight Keypads, or Touch Panels, and eight IR Emitters. When combined with
almost any eight IR (or RS232) controlled audio/video source components (CD,
DVD, VCR, Satellite, etc.), using the MRC88m System is as easy as pressing a
button.
MRKP1 Features
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Fits in recommended North American standard one-gang electrical
back boxes.
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Displays three lines of Meta-data
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Simple, Easy to Read OLED Display.
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Includes Screw-less Wall Plates for North American standards.
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Quick Plug and Play Installation – No PC Software Programming
Required.
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Hot Swappable – no need to shut down and reset system when upon
connection of keypad
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Programmable with Universal Dragon™
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Supports Xantech QuickConfig™
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Built-In IR Receiver for System and Source Control
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Built-in connecting blocks for use with optional Xantech external IR
receiver and IR emitters.
MRKP1 Accessories
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KCK1 Keypad Color Kit (contains, North American standard bezels and
trim plates in almond, ivory, and black)
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Defining Terms
Zone
A Zone is defined as an area of the house that has separate source selection
capabilities from all other areas of the house. Typically, a zone is comprised of
a single room, but it is possible for a zone to spread across multiple rooms
(kitchen/dining room, master bedroom/master bath) or for multiple zones to be
contained in one room (game room/bar area or multiple zones in the yard).
Source
A Source is any audio (or audio/video) device that is connected to the MRC88m
source input. Any Source can be heard or viewed in any zone in the system.
