Control4 AVM16A11 Users Manual

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Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 Installation and User Guide

Part Number: 21-0150 Rev A Draft 3 Hardware Model Number: AVM-16A1-B

Contents

Preface About This Guide........................................... 1

Notes, Tips, Cautions, and Warnings .... 1

Additional Resources............................. 2

Chapter 1 Introduction to Multi Channel Amplifier - 16...3

Features and Benefits............................ 3

Home Network Requirements................ 4

What’s in the Box................................... 4

About the Multi Channel Amplifier ......... 4

Front View......................................... 4

Back View ......................................... 5

Chapter 2 Install the Multi Channel Amplifier ................. 7

Plan Your Physical Layout..................... 7

Connect Physical Components.............. 9

Set Up Logical Connections .................. 9

Chapter 3 Use Multi Channel Amplifier ........................ 11

View Output Assignments.................... 11

Manage Amplifier Output Zones .......... 12

View System Status Screen ........... 12

Use Master Volume ........................ 12

Configure Output Settings .............. 13

View Network Settings......................... 14

Set Display Preferences ...................... 15

Chapter 4 Warranty and FCC Information.................... 17

Warranty .............................................. 17

Limited Hardware Warranty ............ 17

Hardware Warranty Terms .............18

Software Agreement ....................... 21

Regulatory Compliance ....................... 22

FCC Interference Statement........... 22

FCC Caution ................................... 23

Canadian EMC Statement ..............23

PREFACE

About This Guide

Notes, Tips, Cautions, and Warnings

Audio Matrix Switch Installation and User Guide Note, Tip, Caution, and Warning paragraphs draw your attention to safe practices and additional information which may help you avoid losing data or time.

NOTE: These contain notes on related information

about the current topic.

TIP: These provide tips that may save you time or effort.

CAUTION! These provide specific cautions about improper use of equipment or failure to follow safety instructions that may cause bodily injury. DO NOT IGNORE A CAUTION!

WARNING! These provide specific warnings about improper use of equipment or failure to follow safety instructions that may cause data loss or equipment damage. DO NOT IGNORE A WARNING!

Additional Resources

The following resources are available to provide you with additional support.

` Your authorized Control4 representative or

reseller.

Control4 Web Site: http://www.Control4.com/

CHAPTER

1 Introduction to Multi

Channel Amplifier - 16

Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 can operate independently or as a device you can control with your Control4 system. It is used when the installation requires remote placement of amplifiers and/or special power requirements.

This Multi Channel Amplifier is intended for use in a Control4 system and is typically used in conjunction with the Audio Matrix Switch or a controller.

This chapter introduces the Control4 Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 and its features.

Features and Benefits

` Receives up to 16 mono or 8 stereo inputs. ` Outputs 16 mono or 8 stereo class D amplified

channels at 100 watts per channel.

` Front display for adjusting zone settings and routing

sources (includes an LCD, supporting buttons, and a selection dial)

` Adjustable gain, treble, and bass for each zone. ` Master Volume Control for all outputs. ` Control4 EZ ID

connections easy to identify.

` Device chassis is three standard rack spaces and

rack mountable configuring to EIA 19” rack standards (its dimensions are 5.25” x 17.34” x 14”).

` Communicates via Ethernet 10/100 port and ZigBee

mesh networking (802.11.15).

` Backlighting feature turns on with any button push or

Select Dial push and stays lit for a preset time (default is 30 seconds).

™

LEDs for every I/O to make

Home Network Requirements

Ensure that your home network wiring is in place before starting your system setup. Multi Channel Amplifier requires an Ethernet connection in order to be managed and controlled from the Control4 user interfaces.

What’s in the Box

The following hardware and software is required and included in your Control4 Multi Channel Amplifier box.

` Control4 Multi Channel Amplifier - 16 ` IEC power cord ` This manual

About the Multi Channel Amplifier

Front View

1. Front Display—For displaying or setting Multi Channel Amplifier settings and navigating system menus. The front display is used to view or modify audio source routing and zone settings for volume, gain, bass, and treble. The display also shows the current source and zone activity.

Back View

Buttons—Provides the user-input method for

2. options displayed in the front panel user interface.

IR Window—For reading IR signals from

devices such as a remote control.

Select Dial—For scrolling through menus

and media lists displayed in the LCD.

Reset Button—Troubleshooting option

behind the door to refresh the system.

1. Ethernet Port—RJ-45 for a 10/100 Baset Ethernet connection.

Audio Inputs 1-16—RCA jacks for 16 mono

or 8 stereo analog sources and their supporting light emitting diodes (LEDs) for EZ ID™ during setup.

Amplifier Outputs 1-16—5-way binding post

for 16 mono or 8 stereo class D amplified channels (at 100 watts per channel) and their supporting LEDs for EZ ID™ during setup.

Power Plug Port—For supplied power cord

only.

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