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. Also provided are sample dragon dropir projects as well as rs232 connection documentation for all manufactures listed below. 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. The mrc88m is an updated version of the mrc88 product line. I need to connect the two xantech mrc88 amplifiers to my existing control4 home automation system. These codes can be used with various computer programmable remote controls, including models from philips, marantz, universal remote control inc. Program the mrc88 system using the included version of dragon dropir software dragmrc. Amplifier xantech mrc88 installation instructions manual.
Xantech mrc88 manuals manuals and user guides for xantech mrc88. The mrc88 series, smartpad 3 series, waterpad, and urc2. Here you will find rs232 palette files for use with mrc88 and smartpad lcd. Xantech structured wiring, infrared, ir, ir systems. Keypad features xantech mrc88 user manual page 12 of. I can also raise and lower the volume from that software as well. 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. Remote control intranet software suite for the xantech mra88 multiroom audio controller featuring the award winning alxg1 remote control intranet server rcis visit. Computer requirements minimum xantech mrc88 manual. Project unlike previous versions of xantech 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.
Xantechs highly acclaimed and proprietary software, dragon dropir tm, is used to program the sources in each system. I dont have a rc68 remote handy but i do have a mx850 or pronto, so mxfd or ccf will do. 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. 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. Serial port selection xantech mrc88 user manual page. The mrc88 is programmed using the included xantech dragon dropir program, drag450mrc and.
Receiver amplifier switch cables and connectors accessories. I just installed the newest beta and its doing the same thing as the 2. For macro functionality, use rc68 ir trigger codes within the mrc88 software. 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. This now makes the mrc88 behave the same as the latest xtr39 and. Xantech ex series high speed hdmi cables with xgrip technology explore hdmi cables. Xantech csplcd39g installation and programming manual. He may turn it back on now with this new life though. This database features a collection of regular and discrete infrared remote control codes prepared in pronto hex format. Eight zone eight source audiovideo controlleramplifier system 102 pages.
This feature is selectable via dragon dropir software. The result is faster communications with external source equipment and internal keypad control. 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. Xantech sets the standard for ir performance, from the legendary dinky link, to a selection of emmitters, receivers and connecting blocks. Universal dragon is powerful software for programming xantech programmable devices. Summary of contents of user manual for xantech mrc88. Connects to mrc88 controlleramplifier via cat5 cable terminated with rj45 connectors. Xantech s technical advances have led to the creation of the mrwc multiroom web controller. Since then, over 1,000,000 systems have been installed in homes worldwide.
The smartpad lcd touchscreen panel keypad includes the following components. Code group change must now be done by software only. Xantech mrc44 installation instructions manual pdf. Used to program the mrc88 controller from a pc using dragon dropir software and. My installer, at my request, has installed a xantech mrc88 whole house audiovideo distribution system.
View and download xantech mrc88 installation instructions online. The xantech xdt sends tuner information to smartpad lcd controllers, as well as mrc88 keypads, showing frequency, presets, monostereo, and more. One smartpad lcd touchscreen panel one db9 rs232 programming cable to connect part no. As product feature improvements are developed, new system firmware versions will be available. Connect power using a 12vdc power supply xantech model 781rg or 78200. Cdrom disc contains the universal dragon dropir programming software part no. Xantech mrc88m home electronics cables and accessories.
When learning ir commands through the front panel learningeye, it is suggested that the environment be free of any ir interference. The usb connection requires a b type connector to interface with the mrc88. View and download xantech mrc88 installation instructions manual online. Xantech has led the way in developing products that let you operate your audiovideo system by remote control from any room in the house. 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. Perform the outof box pre test as outlined in section 2. Connecting to the mrc88 controller enabling the rs2321x8 router. View and download xantech mrc44 installation instructions manual online. 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. Plus, the mrc88m now supports metadata technology with popular items such as ipod and music servers. 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. View and download xantech pa1235 installation instructions manual online.
A new processor card has been designed to increase the performance of the mrc88. After the third calibration point, you can test the accuracy of the calibration. Testing ir commands in the ir library xantech mrc88 user. Basicadvanced to better demonstrate the ease and versatility of programming the mrc88, figure will be used to illustrate setup for a typical application. View and download xantech csplcd39g installation and programming manual online. Xantech mrc88m eight zonesource audiovideo controlleramplifier upc.
Xantech mrc88 installation instructions manual pdf download. 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. Right out of the box, the mrwc is capable of controlling xantech s mrc88 and mraudio8x8 distribution amplifier from a web based platform. Using the palette editor xantech mrc88 user manual. Start dragon dropir mrc88 software and connect your programming cable to the. Try the links below for those older xantech products still making it work for you. Connecting a cable into this port will automatically override any device connected to the rs232 com port on the front of the mrc88. Therefore the csplcd only needs to send a single ir command to trigger. Xantech mra88 multiroom audio controller by acx youtube. Xantech mrc88 installation instructions manual pdf. Start dragmrc software and open a new or existing mrc88 project. Xantech mrc88 8zone, 8source audio video controller amplifier unit tested to power on only. Sonos gear moves to the heart of my digital home strategy.
Xantech mrc 88 driver requests the control4 community. Also at the heart of the system is an 8zone xantech mrc88 audio and video. This readytoinstall kit comes with everything necessary to create an ir control system. 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. Xantech mraudio8x8 user manual page 1 of 44 manualsbrain. Expanded for setup of an expanded system, see figure 24. Added support for only using output 1 of the xantech dualtuner. The xantech mrc88 system is the next generation in wholehouse. Configurable lcd panel via supplied dragon dropir software. 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. I bought this unit in new condition, from a yacht manufacturer who did not need use the item. Buy xantech mrc88m home electronics cables and accessories with fast shipping and toprated customer service. Xantech mrc88 firmware upgrade installation instructions the mrc88 has been designed to be future proof.