The result is faster communications with external source equipment and internal keypad control. This feature is selectable via dragon dropir software. Basicadvancedexpanded ir codes from manufactures remotes of each of the components you wish to control from the mrc88 keypad, may be learned into the dragon dropir software and stored in palette files for placement onto the keypads. These codes can be used with various computer programmable remote controls, including models from philips, marantz, universal remote control inc. I am programming an urc mx700 to control a xantech mrc88 and cant find a power off command to turn off the keypads, can anyone help. Connect power using a 12vdc power supply xantech model 781rg or 78200. Testing ir commands in the ir library xantech mrc88 user. One smartpad lcd touchscreen panel one db9 rs232 programming cable to connect part no. For macro functionality, use rc68 ir trigger codes within the mrc88 software. Matt, i think john deactivated joining a while back. Xantech sets the standard for ir performance, from the legendary dinky link, to a selection of emmitters, receivers and connecting blocks. After the third calibration point, you can test the accuracy of the calibration.
Xantech mrc88 installation instructions manual pdf. He may turn it back on now with this new life though. When learning ir commands through the front panel learningeye, it is suggested that the environment be free of any ir interference. The smartpad lcd touchscreen panel keypad includes the following components. Cdrom disc contains the universal dragon dropir programming software part no. My installer, at my request, has installed a xantech mrc88 whole house audiovideo distribution system. A new processor card has been designed to increase the performance of the mrc88. Xantechs highly acclaimed and proprietary software, dragon dropir tm, is used to program the sources in each system.
The xantech xdt sends tuner information to smartpad lcd controllers, as well as mrc88 keypads, showing frequency, presets, monostereo, and more. Receiver amplifier switch cables and connectors accessories. Summary of contents of user manual for xantech mrc88. Since then, over 1,000,000 systems have been installed in homes worldwide. Xantech mrc 88 driver requests the control4 community. Plus, the mrc88m now supports metadata technology with popular items such as ipod and music servers. Xantech mrc88 installation instructions manual pdf download. If you dont need all 8 zones they have something similar called the mraudio4x4ctl which is 4 zone 4 source and all the zones on that unit are amplified but it doesnt have features like the source loop. Right out of the box, the mrwc is capable of controlling xantech s mrc88 and mraudio8x8 distribution amplifier from a web based platform. The usb connection requires a b type connector to interface with the mrc88. As product feature improvements are developed, new system firmware versions will be available. The mrc88m is an updated version of the mrc88 product line. I dont have a rc68 remote handy but i do have a mx850 or pronto, so mxfd or ccf will do.
Code group change must now be done by software only. Xantech mrc88 manuals manuals and user guides for xantech mrc88. This now makes the mrc88 behave the same as the latest xtr39 and. Xantech mrc44 installation instructions manual pdf. Xantech mrc88m eight zonesource audiovideo controlleramplifier upc. In a move i see more and more manufacturers making, xantech is turning their control over to the hot, touch panel of choice apples ipad. This readytoinstall kit comes with everything necessary to create an ir control system. Vomrc88m the mrc88m is an eightsource, eightzone av distribution amplifier that allows the control and distribution of eight separate source components to eight different zones, with the capacity to expand to up to sixteen zones of control and distribution.
Xantech mrc88 installation instructions pdf download. The system is awesome but there is one problem, id like to be able to use a remote control to send commands to the mrc88 instead of getting up and hitting the mrc88 keypad. Perform the outof box pre test as outlined in section 2. I can also raise and lower the volume from that software as well. Settingup the mrc88 system xantech mrc88 user manual. Also provided are sample dragon dropir projects as well as rs232 connection documentation for all manufactures listed below. Xantech mra88 multiroom audio controller by acx youtube. Using this software, dealerinstallers can program mrc88 keypads for basic or sophisticated sequences macros to send out strings of commands to turn the system on, dim the lights, close the draperies, select a source, and play that source component all from a single button press. Xantech mrc88m home electronics cables and accessories. Also at the heart of the system is an 8zone xantech mrc88 audio and video. View and download xantech pa1235 installation instructions manual online. The xdt dual tuner, with the ability to custom name up to 16 radio stations, and 30 am and 30 fm presets per tuner offers simple, easily customized operation, while the builtin memory backup stores. I just installed the newest beta and its doing the same thing as the 2.
Xantech s technical advances have led to the creation of the mrwc multiroom web controller. Buy xantech mrc88m home electronics cables and accessories with fast shipping and toprated customer service. Serial port selection xantech mrc88 user manual page. Xantech mraudio8x8 user manual page 1 of 44 manualsbrain. Universal dragon is powerful software for programming xantech programmable devices. Make sure you have an internet connection as well as having the mrc88 connected to your computers com port or usb port. Start dragmrc software and open a new or existing mrc88 project. Here you will find rs232 palette files for use with mrc88 and smartpad lcd.
Remote control intranet software suite for the xantech mra88 multiroom audio controller featuring the award winning alxg1 remote control intranet server rcis visit. I bought this unit in new condition, from a yacht manufacturer who did not need use the item. This database features a collection of regular and discrete infrared remote control codes prepared in pronto hex format. Page 1 quick start guide mrc88 mraudio8x8 eight zone eight source. They first pioneered and patented the idea of remote control extension systems in 1983. Configurable lcd panel via supplied dragon dropir software. Expanded for setup of an expanded system, see figure 24. The xantech mrc88 system is the next generation in wholehouse. The mrc88ctl from xantech is an eightsource, eightzone av distribution amplifier that allows the control and distribution of eight separate source components to eight different zones, with the capacity to expand to up to sixteen zones of control and distribution. The mrc88 series, smartpad 3 series, waterpad, and urc2. Everything was working perfectly fine with this installation, until xantech came out with their new mrc88 splcd emulation feature, which provides feedback from the mrc controller to the touch panels. Added support for only using output 1 of the xantech dualtuner. In order to do this, the mrc88 controlleramplifier must be connected to the pc as outlined above. Sonos gear moves to the heart of my digital home strategy.
Amplifier xantech mrc88 installation instructions manual. Xantech xdt dual tuner is hooked up as well to sources 1 and 2, whereas other sources are hooked up to the mrc controller as well. Project unlike previous versions of xantech dragon dropir software. View and download xantech csplcd39g installation and programming manual online.
Xantech csplcd39g installation and programming manual. Xantech mrc88 8zone, 8source audio video controller amplifier unit tested to power on only. Try the links below for those older xantech products still making it work for you. Start dragon dropir mrc88 software and connect your programming cable to the. Keypad features xantech mrc88 user manual page 12 of. I need to connect the two xantech mrc88 amplifiers to my existing control4 home automation system. Eight zone eight source audiovideo controlleramplifier system 102 pages. Connects to mrc88 controlleramplifier via cat5 cable terminated with rj45 connectors. Program the mrc88 system using the included version of dragon dropir software dragmrc.
View and download xantech mrc44 installation instructions manual online. Using the palette editor xantech mrc88 user manual. I contacted various control4 system integrators in south africa pretoria and all of them they cannot locate where to purchase and install the xantech mrc88 control4 drivers. The project recovery feature is only available on the mrc88 and xtr39. Xantech also makes a version called the mrc88 that has the same features but adds on the option to have composite video distribution as well. The mrc88 is programmed using the included xantech dragon dropir program, drag450mrc and. View and download xantech mrc88 installation instructions manual online. Connecting to the mrc88 controller enabling the rs2321x8 router. Connecting a cable into this port will automatically override any device connected to the rs232 com port on the front of the mrc88. Xantech mrc88 firmware upgrade installation instructions the mrc88 has been designed to be future proof. Used to program the mrc88 controller from a pc using dragon dropir software and. Xantech ex series high speed hdmi cables with xgrip technology explore hdmi cables.
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