Xantech MRC44CB1 User Manual

Page 1 Model MRC44CB1

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL MRC44CB1

MRC SERIES CONNECTING BLOCK

CONTROLLER KEYPAD

PWR

LED1

IR IN

JP1

+12V GND SIG

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................................1

Features .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Specifications...................................................................................................................................................................1

INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................................................................2

Example A - Substituting A Smartpad3, Waterpad Keypad, or IR Receiver In Place Of A MRC44 Keypad ..........................2

Example B - Substituting A Secondary Sub-Zone MRC44 Keypad With A Smartpad3, Waterpad Keypad or IR Receiver ....2

Example C - Adding An IR Receiver To A Zone With An MRC44 Keypad...........................................................................3

Example D - Extending The Overall Length Between MRC44 Keypads..............................................................................4

TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................................................................................................4

INTRODUCTION

The MRC44CB1 connecting block allows added flexibility for current MRC44 system owners in regard to Keypad placement. It
also provides for the addition of external IR Receivers and/or utilizing other Xantech IR Keypads on an existing MRC44
system (i.e. using SMARTPAD3 or WATERPAD Keypads in addition to or instead of, the standard MRC Controller Keypads).

FEATURES

• Add external Xantech IR Receivers in conjunction with MRC44 Keypads

• For Retro installs requiring J-Box style keypads only, allows integration of SMARTPAD3 or WATERPAD Keypads to an
existing MRC44 system

• Add outdoor Zone or Sub-Zone utilizing WATERPAD Keypad

• Extend maximum distance of Secondary Keypad to 600ft

• External Power Supply selector jumper. Enables use of external 12v supply for longer cable runs and applications requiring
higher current capacity supplies

• IR Receive confirmation LED

SPECIFICATIONS

• 1 – Three Terminal, Screw-Type connection for +12VDC, GND, and SIGnal from Xantech IR Receivers and IR Controller
Keypads

• 1 – 3.5mm mini stereo “Quick Connect” IR IN input jack

• 2.1mm coaxial power jack

• 2 – RJ45 connectors for connection to/from MRC Controller and MRC44 Keypad

• Max Distance powered from MRC44 Controller: 200ft as measured from MRC44 Controller to last keypad/IR Receiver in
line

• Max Distance powered fro external 782-00 PS: 600ft as measured from MRC44 Controller to last keypad/IR Receiver in
line.

• Dimensions: 3-½” W x 1” D x ¾”H

© 2002 Xantech Corporation

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CONTROLLER KEYPAD

PWR

LED1

IR IN

JP1

+12V GND SIG

Figure 1 - MRC44CB1 Connecting Block

INSTALLATION

Figures 2a, b, c, & d represents the different ways a MRC44CB1 can be utilized in different applications.

400 feet max (122 m)

A

MRC44

POWER

1234

FOUR ZONE - FOUR SOURCE AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER

781RG Power Supply

CONTROLLER KEYPAD

PWR

LED1

IR IN

JP1

MRC44CB1

IR Receiver

+12V GND SIG

+12VDC

GND

SIG

Figure 2a – Example A

EXAMPLE A
SUBSTITUTING A SMARTPAD3, WATERPAD OR IR RECEIVER IN PLACE OF A MRC44 KEYPAD

This is desired if an outdoor zone keypad is required or if the keypad must be mounted in a standard J-Box

1. Remove Power Jumper (JP1) from MRC44CB1

2. Mount MRC44CB1 to a convenient location using the Adhesive strip supplied

3. Run a CAT5 jumper from the MRC44 Keypad output to the connector labeled Controller on the MRC44CB1

4. Run 3 conductor 22AWG cable (or higher) to desired keypad or IR receiver location

5. Connect one end of the 3-conductor cable to the V G S terminals of the MRC44CB1 connecting block and the other
end to the proper +12v, IR Out, and GND terminals of the desired Keypad or IR Receiver.

Note: Refer to applicable instructions supplied with Keypad or IR Receiver for proper wiring instructions.

6. Connect 781RG or 782-00 Power Supply (depending upon current load requirements) to MRC44CB1 2.5mm Coaxial
Jack

Caution! Make sure jumper JP1 On MRC44CB1 is removed before connecting Power Supply to connecting block.

200 feet max (61 m)

SmartPad3 or
Waterpad

B

MRC44

POWER

1234

FOUR ZONE - FOUR SOURCE AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER

POWER

VOL

CH

PAUSE

SELECT

VOL

CH

PLAY

FF

REW

STOP

STATUS

MUTE

781RG Power Supply

CONTROLLER KEYPAD

PWR

LED1

IR IN

JP1

MRC44CB1

+12V GND SIG

+12VDC

IR Receiver

GND

SIG

SmartPad3 or
Waterpad

Figure 2b – Example B

EXAMPLE B
SUBSTITUTING A SECONDARY SUB-ZONE MRC44 KEYPAD WITH A SMARTPAD3, WATERPAD OR IR RECEIVER

This is applicable if the Sub-Zone location is outdoors, requires a J-Box style mount, or if local speaker Mute is required.

1. Mount MRC44CB1 to a convenient location using the Adhesive strip supplied

2. From Primary MRC44 Keypad, run a CAT5 wire to the secondary location.

© 2002 Xantech Corporation