Russound A-KP2
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1. A an 6 IR CONFIRM oO 1 2 3 Ss A H4 BLUE ORANGE When wiring directly to Amplified Keypad use T568A RJ45 wire configuration INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING AND USING RUSSOUND MODEL A KP2 REFER TO THE DIAGRAMS INSIDE INSTALLATION NOTES e Before connecting the A KP2 Make sure that the A PS power supply is not connected to the A BUS Hub or if you are using an A BUS Ready receiver that the receiver is off Make sure that the STATUS input on the A BUS Hub is not connected e The recommended maximum length for use with standard CAT 5 cable is 250 feet e Once all of the connections have been made the A PS power supply can be connected to the A BUS Hub or if you are using an A BUS Ready receiver the receiver may be turned on e Make any Volume Trim adjustments on the A KP2 before installing it into the wall CAT 5 CONNECTIONS A CAT 5 cable is used to connect the A KP2 to a keypad output on an A BUS Hub or A BUS Ready receiver For clean installations use RJ45 CAT 5 patch cables to connect from the Hub to an RJ45 Wall Plate optional and then wire from the Wall Plate to the Amplified Control Module see diagram The Amplified Control Modules have 110 punchdown connectors for the 8 individual con ductors of the CAT 5 cable use a punchdown tool with a 110 blade to insert conductors NOTE When wiring directly to an Amplified Control M2. for A BUS System Instruction Manual A BUS SYSTEM OVERVIEW The product you have just purchased is an integral part of the Russound A BUS Multi Room Audio System It is a component which when combined with other essential components and your source equipment receiver CD play er etc creates a versatile whole house audio system that will fill your rooms with high quality sound for years to come A BUS technology is a new innovative method of providing high quality audio to remote locations with a single 8 conductor cable such as CAT 5 A BUS technology provides many advantages over other methods of audio distribution including simple single CAT 5 wiring scheme infrared control of system components infrared control of the optional A KP2 amplified keypad module and system power status Every A BUS System is comprised of components from each of the following three areas 1 A BUS Amplified Control Modules The Module contains both the ampli fier for the room s speakers as well as the control for those speakers One Module should be used for each room you choose to control The Russound A KP2 Amplified Keypad with built in IR receiver and A VC Amplified Volume Control are examples of A BUS Amplified Control Modules 2 A BUS Hubs All components of the A BUS system must be wired cen trally to a Hub located near your source equipment The Hub provides the connection for source equipment volume contro
3. A KP2 Front CONNECTION DIAGRAMS FOR RUSSOUND MODEL A KP2 REFER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS ON BACK DIAGRAMS ARE NOT TO SCALE LINE INPUT SENSING GAN L Volume Up Down GiGi G On Off IR Confirmation amp Status LED t k IR Window o speakers Decora faceplate STATUS Enabled External Amplifier optional Negative Positive 110 punchdown connectors on A KP2 Wire order GREEN BROWN ORANGE Underside of A KP2 BLUE CAT 5 behind wall RJ45 Wall Plate optional located near Hub Left amp Right Volume Trim Speakers 8 Ohm Multi Source Switch Single Source is default q Functions in Multi Source Mode On Off All Off Source Select Multi Source Single Source A BUS Hub or A BUS Ready receiver STATUS POWER 12VDC100mA 24VDC2 5A s Ce LUTTE TT CILUEEIE LIELELEI 0 gt L R AUDIO e Out oe KEYPAD OUTPUTS kKaRussound NEWMARKET NH U S A SURFAQS MOUNT AUDIO HUB TORO e n R O i AUDI ay IN RJ45 CAT 5 patch cable Tepee TN STATUS uo 8 g om Bypass A BUS ZONE 1 SOURCE DESIGNED IN USA MADE IN KOREA
4. cator for IR confirmation and source component on off status 7 Volume Trims for setting max allowable level and L R balance 8 Line Out for connecting to external amp or powered subwoofer 9 Decora faceplate A KP2 SPECIFICATIONS Output Impedance 8 Ohm per channel 1 pair of speakers 28k Ohm min line input 24VDC 750mA 12VDC 20mA 110 Punchdown 1 75 W x 2 875 H x 1 75 D 45x73x45mm Input Impedance Power Requirements Status Input Reqs CAT 5 Connection Dimensions in wall Weight 6 oz 170g Conforms to Russound A KP2 UL 6500 to Tested to Comply 5 CAN CSA with FCC Standards G Ames US E65 94 FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE LIMITED WARRANTY The Russound A KP2 is fully guaranteed for Two 2 years from the date of purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship 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 writ ten 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 under the terms of the warranty Russound assumes no responsibility for defects resulting from abuse or servicing performed by an agency or person not specifically auth
5. emote control The A KP2 will always reset to a low volume level when turned on e If you have installed IR Emitters in your A BUS system then sources can be operated with their own remote or a universal remote by aiming it at the IR window on the A KP2 e When the A KP2 receives infrared signals from a remote control the LED indicator will flash red e If your are using the STATUS feature in your A BUS system the LED indicator on the A KP2 will illuminate green when your source equipment is on even when the A KP2 is off 8 MULTI SOURCE MODE SWITCH The Multi Source Mode Switch should be set to Single Source when using the A KP2 with Single Source A BUS hubs The Switch should be set to Multi Source when using the A KP2 with Multi Source A BUS hubs 9 MULTI SOURCE OPERATION Source Selection e Tapping the power button will allow you to toggle between multiple sources once the initial press for power on is performed The top 4 LEDs of the volume indicator will show the source that is selected Zone Keypad Off e Press and hold the power button until the keypad turns off System Hub Off e When the keypad is off press and hold the power button until the Green LED blinks Red and turns off Other Functions e Source selection and all other functions of the A KP2 can be made using the A LRC1 hand held remote English A BUS Model A KP2 with Multi Source Select Capability Amplified Keypad Module
6. ls infrared emitters and power supply The A H484 A H4 A H4D and A H2 are examples of A BUS Hubs The A H484 A H4 and A H2 are surface mount units The A H4D is an in wall Decora style unit 3 Power Supply The power supply plugs into the Hub The Russound A PS 24VDC 2 5A unit is an example A KP2 03 03 A BUS is a registered trademark of LeisureTech Electronics Pty Ltd Australia Decora is a trademark of Leviton Corporation aRussound 5 Forbes Rd Newmarket NH 03857 USA 603 659 5170 Fax 603 659 5388 e mail tech russound com the right aSnnectiicon Come visit us at A KP2 OVERVIEW The A KP2 is an in wall A BUS Amplified Keypad with push but tons for speaker volume level and power On Off source select as well as an IR window for receiving remote control signals The A KP2 connects to A BUS Hubs or A BUS Ready receivers using CAT 5 wiring and to loudspeakers using conventional speaker wire IMPORTANT Before installation review the manuals included with each component in your system If you are unsure of any of the installation procedures described herein or elsewhere consult a professional electronics installer A KP2 FEATURES 1 Power On Off source select button 2 Volume Up Down buttons 3 Built in IR receiver 4 IRcontrol of volume and On Off source select via optional A LRC1 remote 5 IR control of source components in an A BUS system that uses IR Emitters 6 LED indi
7. odule i e not using an RJ45 Wall Plate use T568A RJ45 wire configuration for connection to the hub STATUS The STATUS jumper is located on the underside of the A KP2 All A BUS components are shipped with the STATUS feature disabled If you intend to use the STATUS feature with your A BUS system you must enable the STATUS jumper on every Amplified Control Module as well as on the A BUS Hub SPEAKER CONNECTIONS Connect speaker wires to the speaker output terminals on the A KP2 as shown in the diagram The A KP2 is designed for one pair of 8 Ohm speakers EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER OPTIONAL An external amplifier can be connected to the LINE OUT of the A KP2 to provide more power in a large listening area such as an outdoor patio The LINE OUT can also be used to feed a powered subwoofer for extended bass response This output is variably con trolled by A KP2 volume VOLUME TRIM Two rotary trim potentiometers are located on the back of the A KP2 These can be used to set the maximum allowable volume level and to adjust left right balance Use a Phillips head screwdriver fj Mountine Check all connections and test the system s operation before installing the A KP2 into the wall Using the included hardware install the A KP2 into a standard UL CSA approved electrical J Box as shown OPERATION e Power On Off source select and volume level can be controlled using the buttons on the A KP2 or by using the optional A LRC1 r
8. orized in writing by Russound Damage to or destruction of components due to improper use voids the warranty In these cases the repair will be made at the owner s expense To return for repairs the unit must be shipped to Russound at the owner s expense along with a note explaining the nature of the service required Be sure to pack in a corrugated container with at least 3 inches of resilient material to protect the unit from damage in transit Russound products are sold only through authorized Dealers and Distiributors 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
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