I purchased a home a few years ago that had a omnipro ii along with 1 russound mcac5 with all 8 zones used. Mar 01, 2017 configuring the mca88x is performed using either russounds scsc5 software or a web config browser. The software allows you to flash the controller and keypad firmware easily. I started using irule last week and my first design was a page to control my 6 zones on my russound mca c3. Your first post will be checked for appropriate content spam please allow a bit of time for that. Russound ts3 touchscreen keypad for mca c5, mca c3, cseries audio controllers.
Russound has recently introduced some interesting new products into the crowded field of streaming music systems. The software has a source setup wizard to aid in the setup and basic configuration of the sources. I hate that i have to have windows on my mac, and large companies like fluke and dranetz should have started developing software for macs years ago. Russound cseries mcac5 amplifier sign in to comment. Jul 11, 2014 but when you download the programming software scsc5 from russounds dealer portal, i was able to do more. From my old house i had a new mca c5 that i brought with. Programmable options with scsc5 software, scsc5 configuration software, 28 russound mcac5 user and installation manual. I have a russound mcac3 6 zone system installed in my new home. I have 8 controllers and only 6 come up in the software. This binding provides integration with any russound system that support the rio protocol all mca systems, all x systems. The basic room config via the downloaded pc software is pretty easy. The russound controller seems to work pretty well to be perfectly clear though, im using a handful of mca c5 controllers, so its slightly different than your cav6.
I have had the mcac5 for a year and couldnt be happier with it. The bsk1 bluetooth source kit enables a portable media player, smartphone, or other device equipped withbluetooth wireless technology to transmit audio content to any multiroom audio system. Scsc5 configuration software russound mcac5 user manual. I am not sure what sonos to buy, and how to set it up. I previously had a control4 system that was already installed in the house i bought. Russound mcac3 12 channel power amplifier for sale. Im trying to figure out if the russound mcac3mcac5 whole home audio systems integrate with the elk m1 gold. This binding provides compatibility with rio protocol v1. Scsc5 configuration software is necessary to program the mcac5 system.
Integrating russound c5 controller with alexa devices. I can control the amp via the russound app from both phone and ipad. Unfollow russound mca c5 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. I started using irule last week and my first design was a page to control my 6 zones on my russound mcac3. Now that firmware updates can be executed from the scsc5 software, all you need is a serial connection and a little time.
Configuration of the mcac5 multizone controller amplifier requires a pc loaded with russound scsc5 configuration software. Russound configuration software for mcac5 avforums. Amazon echo dot and 2nd source and hook it up to your existing wired whole home audio system. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read. From what i can tell from the elk documentation, you can control the russound cav and cam models via their serial to. I bought a house with an existing mcac5 6 room system where the previous owner insisted in taking the amp. In order to do so, please setup all source names, source types, and room names in the scsc5 software before first use. I purchased a home a few years ago that had a omnipro ii along with 1 russound mca c5 with all 8 zones used. They gotta stop making software for specific oss and just make it web based or else support the 3 big oss. A variety of input options have been engineered into the mca 88 to connect up to 8 individual. To become an rci, fill out this online application. From what i recall, i believe that theyre both rnet devices so it should be similar. Scs c5 software is necessary to program the mca c5 system.
Configuring the mca88x is performed using either russounds scsc5 software or a web config browser. Programmable options with scsc5 software, scsc5 configuration software, 28 russound mca c5 user and installation manual. Scsc5 is a program released by the software company russound. The rio command set is available as ascii text via ip using port 96. I can move through all the options but no sound comes out. Russound if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq. Why do i keep losing the gateway connection with russound.
Configuration software for pc programming supported keypads are the mdkc6e and slk1 keypad, my russound ipad application and ts3 touchscreen important note. I am holding out until rob mason has the integration with the russound system. Russound x5 controller streamer amp for commercial use. Because the 2 mcac5s in the training room are from the original shipments, the controllers and keypads needed a firmware update. Russound mcac5 cseries 8 zone8 source multizone controller. Find great deals on ebay for russound mcac3 and russound mcac5. Im trying to create a network resource in isy to turn on a zone on my russound mcac5 system. Russound mca series wakeonlan the control4 community. Simply select the type of item you need such as manuals, brochures, briefs, firmware, etc. Russound mcac5 user and installation manual damage requiring service the appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when. Russound important firmware update for the cseries.
Purchased a russound caa66 multizone audio controller a while back to manage all the audio zones in the house. Scsc5 software is necessary to program the mcac5 system. Control your russound xstream series, mcaseries or cseries mcac3, mca c5 system and all connected sources from the comfort of your ipad, iphone. For mca66, mca88, mca88x, xsource, xzone4, and xzone70v devices, the driver provided on the russound website should be used. I bought a house with an existing mca c5 6 room system where the previous owner insisted in taking the amp. However, the current system for external audio is an apple airport express plugged into the amp directly that i can cast spotify to. Russound mca c3 wholehouse audiovideo controller wprogramming software. Dec 11, 2012 amazon echo dot and 2nd source and hook it up to your existing wired whole home audio system. When used with a russound mca series controller, the bsk1 kit can be used as a global source for systemwide access, or as a local source for. Programmable options with scs c5 software, scs c5 configuration software, 28 russound mca c5 user and installation manual. Dec, 2017 the amp is a russound mca c5, controlling 6 zones of inceiling speakers. The russound controller seems to work pretty well to be perfectly clear though, im using a handful of mcac5 controllers, so its slightly different than your cav6.
Omnipro ii integration with 2 russound mcac5 homeseer. The free download is available from the support center at. I was able to program an input for the digital input, and once completed and tested, i had the ability to output remote control commands from the emitter port on the back of the unit to control my television. Scalable to 48 zones, the mca 88 provides numerous options to tailor every room in residential or light commercial distributed audio systems. Oct 01, 2017 my sister had two mca c5 installed with 12 zones and the installer has now done a runner and has not finished the job. Furthermore, the amplifier channels the musical signal to speakers or to another device with the integrated analog audio and rca outputs. Russound scsc5 software problems im trying to configure a russound mcac5 but it requires windows to run the software. Sometimes this is difficult because uninstalling this by hand takes some experience related to pcs. Russound mcac3 multiroomcontroller 6x6 produktdetail. Configuration software for pc programming supported keypads are the mdkc5 and the unots2 important note. The mca c5 caters to homeowners who want control over their multiroom important note. Russound mcac3 is a power amplifier that provides 20 w rms power. I was talking to russound yesterday and they said there might be a way to keep it awake. Heres some relevant info from the russound io rio protocol for 3rd party integrators document.
Modules manufacturer r russound crestron application. This now seems to be happening several times a day and the only way to correct the problem is to physically turn the russound s power off and then back on. Russound ca4 controller the ca4 multiroom system is designed for easy installation and use, it features a rackmountable 1u chassis, class d digital amplifiers, an rs232 port for connection to home automation and control equipment, a 12 vdc mute trigger input, and a 12 vdc trigger output. The russsound portal is our dealerinstallerdistributor support site, packed with. Russound mcac5 random problems avs forum home theater. I was dealer with kari boucher at russound and she was familiar with the going to sleep issue, she might be able to help but i doubt it. The x5 controller streamer is a solid home run in the category for a variety of reasons first off, the nuts and bolts of the device. They believe their products are the finest of their kind on the.
She has asked me to look it over and finish it off. I have had the mca c5 for a year and couldnt be happier with it. I would like to change the zones names to something more friendly but to do this i need the scs c5 cofig software. Hi all, my sister had two mcac5 installed with 12 zones and the installer has now done a runner and has not finished the job. The kt1c5 kit includes a mcac5 multizone controller amplifier, six mdkc5 multiline display keypads and a srcc5 system remote control. Page 31 this product includes some software components that are licensed under the general public license gpl. This now seems to be happening several times a day and the only way to correct the problem is to physically turn the russounds power off and then back on. Dec 22, 2011 im trying to create a network resource in isy to turn on a zone on my russound mca c5 system. Im looking to control the russound devices via the m1. Russound mcac3 12 channel power amplifier for sale online ebay. Omnipro ii integration with 2 russound mcac5 homeseer forum.
Russound mca88 8 source, 8 zone controller amplifier. Based in newmarket, new hampshire, russound continues to design and manufacture innovative products that sound great, are easy to install and simple to use, and that offer great value. Compass control will autopopulate your russound rooms, sources, and source controls. Control of other equipment via ir a bit more complex. The mcac5 caters to homeowners who want control over their multiroom important note. Russound mcac5 wholehouse audio controller 8 zones updated firmware. Our russound installer said the factory told him that maybe there is a bad software download, so the installer came and reflashed the software in the c5 and it. Firmware update protocol is available on the document center at. Then several hours later, i turned it on and no sound comes out. The unit is a wifi equipped box that features a class d 50 watt per channel amplifier. So a few mouse clicks later and theres a big dent in the credit card but i have a replacement up and running. Unfollow russound mcac5 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Cseries multizone kit kt1c5 product brief russounds cseries multizone kit provides a powerful, scalable and intuitive means to control and enhance your multiroom audio experience.
All of the information for a specific product is also available on each products web page. From what i can tell from the elk documentation, you can control the russound cav and cam models via their serial to ethernet adapters elk. Russound delivers a complete range of multiroom audio systems, source equipment, volume controls, amplifiers, loudspeakers and intercom systems. The necessary software scsc5 to program and configure the.
Page 1 of 2 russound mcac5 integration with elk m1 gold posted in home automation. I know 78 need a slave amp so how do i name them or is it just set up on zone 6. Im trying to figure out if the russound mca c3 mca c5 whole home audio systems integrate with the elk m1 gold. Logging into the mca88xs ip address prompts you to enter a password to access the configuration settings. With your pc laptop, you can configure the system prior to connecting with the mcac5 controller. Wanted to tie this into something bigger so jumped on st v2 with the hopes that it would be supported.
It seemed to be working fine until i realized that the gateway wasnt connecting regularly with the russound box. Source code for gpl components is available upon request. Russound recommends that this update be applied to all mcac3 and mcac5 controllers as well as the x5 streamer amplifier, especially if. Russound mcac3 wholehouse audiovideo controller wprogramming software rnet. The russound mca 88 digital multizone controller amplifier provides up to eight zones of distributed audio. Why do i keep losing the gateway connection with russound mcac3. The protocol document can be found in the russound portal rio protocol for 3rd party integrators. Does the job and works great, especially with the various inputs i have setup. Got the hub and quickly realized there was no good integration option so set out to get this done. This 12channel model is fitted with analog audio, rca input connectors, including one digital rca. Russound mca c3 is a power amplifier that provides 20 w rms power. The amp is a russound mcac5, controlling 6 zones of inceiling speakers. From my old house i had a new mcac5 that i brought with.
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