B & K Components, Ltd. User Manual CT600.1 CT600.3 CT300.
CT Receiver and Benefits COMPLETE USER MANUAL - CT RECEIVER © 2006 B & K Components, Ltd. All rights reserved. The information in this manual is copyright protected. No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from B & K Components, Ltd. B & K Components, Ltd. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OPERATIONAL, TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS/OMISSIONS MADE IN THIS MANUAL. The information in this manual may be subject to change without prior notice.
III Table of Contents Table of Contents III Introduction / Overview 1 CT Receiver Features and Benefits 2 CK 1.1 and CK1.2 Keypad Features and Benefits 3 CT Receiver Front Panel 4 CT Receiver Back Panel 5 Accessories Guide 6 The CK1.2 Keypad Front Panel/Back Panel 6 The CK1.
IV Table of Contents Adding a Home Theater 26 Adding an HD6 27 Setup Using a PC and BK Suite 28 Connecting to a PC 29 BK Suite Setup and Overview 30 BK Suite Task Bar Explained 32 Basic Setup Menu 33 Advanced Setup Menu 35 Hardware Zone Settings - Tab 1 36 Groups / Code Sets / Zones - Tab 2 38 Code-Set Description and Overview 39 Groups with Mono Zones 40 Sub-Zoning 41 Input Settings - Tab 3 42 Power On Titles - Tab 4 43 Power-On Preferences - Tab 5 44 Input Configuration -
V Table of Contents Audio/Video System Setup 66 Control Menu Setup 69 Setup Presets 72 Control System Setup 73 System Status 74 Zone Planning Worksheets 75 Troubleshooting Guide 78 Limited Warranty 79 Specifications 80 CT Series A / V Control Center 81 Additional Information 82 B&K S IMPLY B ETTER!
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Introduction / Overview The Finesse and Power To Please A Household... The CT Receiver family serve the same goals; it is to bring the same performance and sound quality that B & K has brought to audiophile home theaters and music rooms to the entire house. The CT Receiver is the new innovation in automation.
2 CT Receiver Features and Benefits CT Receiver Features and Benefits Separates Performance The CT Receivers are born from the heritage of twenty years experience in building high current, low distortion, high-end separates. Every design, concept, and tested part, unifies the critical listening vision, which happens when the music matters. With a B & K Multi-Zone receiver, any room may get the solid deep bass, the warmth, and the transparency of B & K .
CK 1.1 and CK1.2 Keypad Features and Benefits CK 1.1 and CK 1.2 Keypad Features and Benefits Automation Everywhere! Automate the Central System with Local TVs and Components The CK1.2 keypad may control up to twenty devices or rooms with 5 hard buttons and four pages of custom labeled buttons per device. The CK 1.1 has 4 pages of custom labeled buttons and 5 hard buttons.
4 CT Receiver Front Panel CT Front Panel (CT300.3 and 600.1/600.3) 1. 2. Main Power Indicator. Master Power Switch, used to disengage power to the CT Receiver. Normally, this switch is set to ON (in) which allows the power function of a remote or keypad to power the zones on or off. While the unit is in SLEEP the electrical consumption is reduced to about 35 watts. 1 2 Available faceplate options are 17” Black (standard), 17” Silver, 19” Rackmount Black and 19” Rackmount Silver.
5 CT Receiver Back Panel 1 2 3 4 13 5 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. 6 Keypad control connections provide 12VDC power, common ground, RS-232 transmit, IR Data IN and 12VDC control output triggers. The 300.3 has three keypad control connections. See page 19. 2. 6 Zone Audio/Video Line outputs for external amplification (factory fixed output or may be set to variable output) and video monitors (1 per zone). On Screen Display (OSD) menu access is only provided through the zone A video output.
6 Accessories Guide The CK1.2 Keypad Front Panel/Back Panel sold separately LCD Buttons Names on the screen change depending on what activity has been selected. For example, when CD is the activity, you’ll see the button names change to Play, Stop etc. so the source may be controlled. Screen Title - Displays what Source is selected ( i.e. device or activity like “CD” or “SAT”). “Main” indicates the Main Menu for selecting a new device or activity. Volume/Mute Buttons control the level of the audio.
7 Accessories Guide The CK1.1 Keypad Front Panel/Back Panel sold separately Screen Title - Displays a custom title edited from the LCD button editor. Under default programming it will display “Main”. LCD Buttons Names on the screen change depending on what function is programmed on the button. For Example, if page 1 holds all controls for the CD player the LCD buttons will display Play, Stop, etc. so the device (CD in this case) may be controlled.
8 Accessories Guide B&K CT Series MZ-128 Remote Controller Reference Sheet The MZ-128 Remote Controller has multiple useful functions: 1.The MZ-128 Remote Controller may be used to control and setup a CT Receiver. 2. The MZ-128 may be used as a source of IR for use in programming learning keypads, etc. 3. The MZ-128 may be set to source the B&K IR functions listed below, for code sets 000-128 and 999. Setup the MZ-128 to use a discrete B&K code set: 1. Install 4 AAA batteries into the remote.
Accessories Guide DB-9 to RJ-45 Adapter P/N:13290 (Included) Included with any CT Receiver product, this adapter allows easy interface between a PC and any B & K product using a standard terminated CAT-5 cable. The adapter plugs into the serial port of the PC. BK CT Series CD P/N: 14069 B & K offers PC based setup software (BK Suite) for all of its receivers and preamplifiers .
10 Installation and System Diagrams Installation and System Diagrams Zone F Keypad Zone C Keypad Zone E Keypad Zone B Keypad Zone D Keypad Zone A Keypad Composite Video Left Audio Right Audio Zone Speaker Connections Positive Negative Zone F Speakers Zone E Speakers Zone D Speakers B&K S IMPLY B ETTER! Zone C Speakers Zone B Speakers Zone A Speakers See the following pages for details describing installation procedures.
11 Basic System Hookup Basic CT Receiver & Keypad System Hookup Keypads connect to the Zone Control terminals on the CT Receiver using CAT-5 cable. Composite video is used for video distribution, usually RG-6 or better.
12 Installation Considerations Installation Considerations CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Placement and Ventilation The CT Receiver incorporates built in power amplifiers and requires at least 3" of free air space above the unit. If built into a rack, please insert at least one rack space of vent panel immediately above the unit.
Power Connections AC Power and Line Fuse Before connecting any A/V cables, verify that the CT Receiver powers up. Check functionality of the receiver by connecting the AC power cord and powering on the receiver using the main power button, the front panel LED should now be lighted. After 45 seconds, the receiver has finished it’s boot process. Turn off the main power button and disconnect the AC power cord. Connect all A/V and other interconnect cables and re-connect the AC power cord.
14 Source Connections Shared Source Inputs Any source that is desired to be shared throughout the system will connect to one of the 9 A/V Source Inputs. Nine sources may be "shared" throughout any zone in the entire system. Internal tuners in the CT receiver products do not utilize an input. Each of the nine shared sources should be connected as follows: CT Receiver Connection Plug the analog audio L&R, composite video, and the IR emitter into the back panel.
15 Buffered Outputs Buffered Outputs Line level, impedance matched, (buffered) outputs are provided in order to pass source signals from one unit to another. Each of the 9 shared A/V inputs has a buffered output. These outputs are buffered in order to minimize signal degradation as the signal passes from unit to unit in series. Essentially they eliminate the need for Y-cables. The Buffered outputs will primarily be used for sharing of sources between other whole house units or home theater systems.
16 CT Receiver Speaker Connections Example CT Receiver Six Zone Speaker Connections Zone Speaker Connections Positive Negative Zone F Speakers Zone B Speakers Zone D Speakers Zone C Speakers Zone E Speakers Zone A Speakers [R+] Right Positive Speaker Output (Red Wire) [R-] Right Negative Speaker Output (Green Wire) [L+] Left Positive Speaker Output (Red Wire) [L-] Left Negative Speaker Output (Green Wire) [-] Negative Speaker Input (Green Wire) [+] Positive Speaker Input (Red Wire) Amp channels
17 Zone Line Outputs Connecting an External Amplifier Zone line outputs are used to run the audio and/or video into each zone. Line level audio outputs are supplied for each zone in order to provide a means for external amplification in any zone. These line outputs may be configured for either fixed at line level or variable to match the volume level of the receiver (See Below). The Zone Line outputs will not output audio when the zone is off. By factory default on a CT 600.3/600.
18 Zone Line Outputs Composite Video Outputs Composite video outputs supply video to monitors in each zone. Zone A's video output provides access to the on screen display, which is used for unit setup. The setup menu is only accessible through Zone A’s composite video output. The video signal will shut off when the zone is shut off.
CK1.2 Keypad Connections Keypad Connections Keypads connect to the CT Receiver at the Zone Control I/O Terminals. Termination of the Keypad cables to the Control Terminals is done by a straight through CAT-5 cable. If needed, the pin out configuration of the keypad wiring is located on the back of the CT receiver. Each of the 5 functions for the keypad control ports are defined as follows: +12VDC - Use this terminal to power the sensors and keypads for this zone.
20 CK 1.2 Keypad Connections Adding Additional Keypads in the Same Zone When rooms are interconnected or are open to each other (for example: interconnecting family room, kitchen, and dining areas are common in many homes) you may opt to expand a zone to include several rooms. Many keypads may be connected in a daisy chain from the master keypad in that zone. The master is the keypad which is home run back to the CT Receiver.
21 IR Emitter Outputs IR Flasher Emitter Output Each of the nine shared sources may be controlled from any zone in the system using the CT Receiver built in IR routing circuitry. By default, when the IR Flasher outputs are set to “selected input,” IR will route from the keypad terminal to the IR output for only the input that is selected for that zone. This allows identical source components to be used independently in the system.
22 Common Control Triggers Common Control Triggers The B & K CT Receiver line incorporates common control triggers that may be used for whole house or specified zone events such as telephones and doorbells. There are two common controls on the six zone receiver (one on the three zone). The common control allows up to 24VAC or DC voltage sensing. For example, typical applications might involve a doorbell and front door security camera.
Additional Connections RJ-45 Adapters Ethernet - Used for flashing the software of the CT Receiver or network control. Please see the B&K website at www.bkcomp.com for more information. RS-232 I/O - Used for serial control using B&K Hardware Quick Tools and setup of CT Receiver using BK Suite. AM Loop Antenna Three internal AM/FM tuners included in the CT 600.3 and 300.3. A single tuner in included with the CT 600.1. The AM tuner requires a AM loop antenna oriented for best tuner frequency reception.
24 System Expansion System Expansion There are many ways to expand upon a CT system. The pages in this section will highlight simple methods for adding zones to a CT system. For all installations, simple back and forth IR communication will be needed. IR, RS-232 and Ethernet (pending) may be used for the CT system interface. Typically only one form is used, however, all may be used in more advanced systems.
25 Connecting Multiple CT Receivers Connecting Multiple CT Receivers CT Receivers may be linked for up to 127 different zones. The Link Out RJ-45 of the first CT Receiver (CT#1 as shown) would connect with a straight CAT-5 cable to the Link In on the second CT Receiver (CT#2 as shown). Then, the Link Out RJ-45 of the second CT Receiver (CT #2 as shown) would connect with a straight CAT-5 cable to the Link In on the third CT Receiver. This would continue until all CT Receivers are linked together.
26 Adding Home Theater Products Adding a Home Theater B&K manufactures Home Theater preamplifier/processors and receivers. Any of these products may be combined to share sources in a CT system using an AV40DP breakout box. Once a B&K home theater is added to the system, the theater becomes a CT zone. IR Code-sets work consistently with the home theater line as they do with the CT line. Code-set 001 is used for zone 1, code-set 002 is used for zone 2.
Adding an HD6 Adding an HD6 The HD6 is designed to operate seamlessly with a CT Receiver. Simply connect the HD6’s CT RS-232 LINK connector to the CT’s RS-232 I/O connector using a straight through CAT-5 cable. At power up, the HD6 will learn all of it’s settings from the CT Receiver. No additional HD6 setup is required. The LINKING process takes about 15 seconds. When connected in this manner, the HD6 will stay in sync with the CT Receiver for keypad and IR messages.
28 Setup Using a PC and BK Suite Setup Using a PC and BK Suite B & K Tool Suite may be installed using the CD-ROM included with the CT Receiver. The B&K Hardware Quick Tools and Flash Download Update programs are also included on the CD-ROM. You may also obtain this software at www.bkcomp.com. Your PC should be equipped with a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM. B & K Tool Suite includes software for setting up B & K Receivers, Preamplifiers, SR10.1 remote, and CK1.2/CK 1.1 Keypads.
29 Connecting to a PC Connection to a PC Note that many modern laptops do not come equipped with a DB-9 style serial port. If your computer only has a USB style serial port, you'll need to obtain a USB to DB-9 Serial port adapter cable. B & K offers a pre-made connector suitable for connecting a serial port to a standard network CAT-5 cable with RJ-45 connectors (p/n 13290).
30 BK Suite Setup and Overview BK Suite Setup and Overview BKTask automatically installs a shortcut icon on the desktop [BKTask icon (grey)]. Make sure all other applications which use the serial port are closed before opening the taskbar. B & K has the capability to connect in real-time (live) to any of our receiversBktask.lnk or preamplifiers. However, it is recommended that all setup be done virtually to avoid system errors.
BK Suite Setup and Overview 4. Create and save the system setup file using either the Basic Setup menu or the Advanced Setup menu of BK Suite See Page 32. 5. Either let the program automatically scan com ports 1 through 4 at all baud rates or manually configure the com port and baud rate settings as shown below. 6. Connect the PC to the B & K product run the device investigator. The unit will be found and connection will be established. 7.
32 BK Suite Task Bar Explained BK Suite Task Bar Explained Once you have chosen the product you wish to configure, BK Suite will display the tool bar of applications within the Suite. A single click of the mouse on any of the icons in the tool bar will activate the appropriate application. The applications are described below: Run the Basic Setup Editor for a standard CT Receiver. Select another B & K Virtual Product to setup. Setup the Room Equalization and Notch Filtering for zones.
Basic Setup Menu Basic Setup Menu The basic setup menu in BK Suite has been created to simplify the setup process. It is meant for streamlined setup of basic systems operating with B & K keypads. Basic Setup Tab 1 in the Basic menu allows users to name zones, configure power on preferences, and name sources. When a file is saved to the PC in the Basic Menu, both a .txt and .csv file are created in the same directory.
34 Basic Setup Menu Basic Setup - Keypad Feedback Tab 2 is provided to set up a keypad for RS-232 feedback synchronization. Tab 2 tells the CT Receiver where devices are located on the keypad so the zone input syncing will operate properly. Match each input with the it’s corresponding location on the keypad.
35 Advanced Setup Menu Advanced Full Setup Menu The advanced setup menu in BK Suite is designed with the intention of displaying the features found in the on screen setup menu using thirteen defining tabs. Each tab allows the user to customize different features found within the CT Receiver. Setup should proceed in the numerical order of the tabs. Advanced Full Setup Remember, it is always best to save frequently.
36 Hardware Zone Settings - Tab 1 1. Since a CT600.3/600.1 has six hardware zones, BK Suite will display a zone button corresponding to each of the six zones. (If you are programming a CT300.3, three zone buttons appear). Select the zone you wish to adjust the settings of. 1 2 2. You may set Zone A to stereo or mono as required. When stereo is selected, the form will appear as shown to the left. If mono is chosen, the Zone A form will change its appearance to the mono version as shown to the left.
Hardware Zone Settings - Tab 1 3. Fixed or Variable Levels for Stereo Zones 3 4 5 This setting dictates the configuration for the amplifier. The Variable assignment will allow speakers connected to the Zone Speaker Outputs to be controlled using an IR keypad or remote control. Selecting the Fixed assignment is available for external rotary type volume controls. This fixed or variable selection is applicable to the amp channels only. It does not apply to the line level pre-outputs. 4.
38 Groups / Code Sets / Zones - Tab 2 1. Groups: A maximum of 18 groups for each CT Receiver labeled a - r. Group 0 may not be changed, it is pre-programmed with code-set 0-0-0 (controls ALL CT Zones). Each group may control any or all zones within one CT Receiver. If multiple CT’s are going to utilize the same code for a group spread across multiple CT Receivers, that code-set must be programmed into each CT receiver. 2. Code-Sets: For each group, assign a code-set between 001 and 127.
39 Code-Set Description and Overview Code-Set Description and Overview B & K uses discrete code-sets to control any audio/video zones. Code-sets range from code 0-0-0 (zero zero zero) to 1-2-8. This is the same practice that satellite manufacturers use so that one remote controller could control three identical satellites. The satellites are set (via switches or on-screen menus) to be either an A, B or C satellite. When the remote control is set to SAT A, only SAT A responds and so on.
40 Groups with Mono Zones When a zone is split to mono, two columns of check boxes appear representing the right and left channel of the split zone. Splitting a zone to mono allows independent ability to control power and volume on each side of the zone. The left or the right channel may now be controlled with a discrete code-set from the keypad, or from an external volume control (in wall). If an in wall volume control is desired, set the desired side of the zone to Fixed volume in Tab 1.
Sub-Zoning Splitting a Zone To Mono Once a zone has been split into mono it has the ability to have a discrete IR Code-Set assigned to it and therefore the user is given the capability to control volume, mute, and power in the split zone independently. For more information on Code-Sets, see Page 38. The Installation diagram of a mono zone split for control is illustrated below. The split mono zone will still share the same source, bass, treble and EQ settings.
42 Input Settings - Tab 3 3 1 2 1. Shared Source Input Names: The programmer may customize the input name to a user friendly name (up to a 5 letter name). Inputs 1 through 9 may be selected in every zone, thus they are shared inputs. This is the same name that will display on the keypad when zone status is recalled by pressing the backlight button on the CK1.2 or CK1.1 Keypad. 2. Dedicated Source Input Names: Dedicated inputs are identified by the letter of the zone to which it is assigned.
Power On Titles - Tab 4 Power-On Titles are not available on the CT 600.3, 600.1 and 300.3.
44 Power-On Preferences - Tab 5 1 2 4 3 Power-On preferences describe a specific state of a zone or group of zones will power on every time the zone or group is powered on. 1. Select Code Set: All of the code-sets that were programmed previously appear on this list with the title given for that zone. The settings adjust what will happen when each code-set is powered on. 2.
45 Input Configuration - Tab 6 1 5 2 3 4 2 3 1. Select which Zone Dedicated Input you wish to setup. 2. Video No / Yes: If “NO” is selected, the CT Receiver will keep the video input selection from the last selected video source. If “YES” is selected, the video input selected will change along with the audio input selection. 3. Input Mode: Mono or Stereo - Select the best mode for the source connected to this Input. When set to mono, the right and left input signals are summed. 4.
46 Page / Event - Tab 7 1 2 A Page/Event is an action triggered by a 5-24VAC or DC trigger (Common Control), RS-232 command, or Audio/Video Sense. 1. Action: When this Event is triggered, choose between switching to one of the nine shared sources, changing the volume or no action at all (OFF). When one of the nine shared inputs is selected, both volume level and input will be affected when the Page/Event is triggered. To only adjust volume level during a Page/Event choose “Change Volume.
Page / Event - Tab 7 3 4 5 6 3. Level: Set the volume desired for the Page/Event. When the event is triggered, the volume will be switched to this level in the zones set to respond to the Page/Event. Built in intelligence "remembers" the previous state of the zones before the Page/Event occurred; therefore, it will return the zones to their previous state once the Page/Event is finished. 4. Turn Off Delay: Adjust the time for which the Page/Event will remain on.
48 Display - Tab 8 Front Panel Display is not available on the CT 600.3, 600.1 and 300.3.
49 Control - Tab 9 3 1 2 1. Zone Control: Since a CT 600.3/600.1 has 6 hardware zones, BK Suite will display a zone button corresponding to each of the 6 zones (If a CT 300.3 is being programmed, three zone buttons will appear.) Select the zone you wish to adjust the settings of. 2. Zone Control Out: Control Out is a switchable 12VDC 200mA control voltage useful for status lights on keypads, power strips, external amplifiers or any other voltage sensing device.
50 Control - Tab 9 4 3 5 6 3.Zone Rear Data In Setting: Allows the IR data input port for each zone control terminal to be switched off. When set to OFF, any keypads or IR sensors connected to the back panel the CT Receiver will be rendered inoperable because no IR will be allowed to pass through the IR data input for the selected zone. 4. Zone Page/Event Selection: Please see page 45 for Page/Event configurations. 5.
Security - Tab 10 1 2 3 4 1. Front Panel Buttons: This is not available on a CT600.3,600.1 or 300.3. 2. Memory Locked: This will prevent the user from saving any changes to presets or system settings. 3. Setup Menu Visible: If set to Hidden, the user may not access the setup menu. 4. Rear Panel Remote Setting: This sets the unit as to whether the minijack ‘IR IN’ is enabled or not.
52 RS-232 Communication - Tab 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Note: Parameters on this tab do not need to be changed and should be left for advanced programmers. 1. RS-232 Port Enable: It is not possible to disable the RS-232 ports on the back of the CT 600.3, 600.1 and 300.3. 2. Baud Rate: B & K does not recommend using any baud rate other than 9600. The default baud rate is 9600. When other baud rates are used, keypad feedback status and keypad synchronization might be lost. 3 & 4.
RS-232 Communication - Tab 11 repeat any RS-232 transmission, which is received through the RS-232 I/O port. 6. RS-232 Feedback Selection (Continuous Reply): Disabled (Default)= No BKC-DIP Update or Reply is generated. Update = An Update message, which represents the specific current state of the CT Receiver, is sent when there is a change in a logical zone’s state. Then, the CT receiver must be polled to determine the current status.
54 Preset Operation - Tab 12 1 2 3 1. Preset Recall Options: Input/Tone: Preset will recall Input and EQ settings. Input/Tone/Volume: Preset will recall Input, Volume and EQ settings. Input Only: Preset will recall input only. 2. Auto Naming: If auto naming is set to YES, the CT Receiver will automatically name a new preset for source and volume setting. If it is set to NO, the user must enter the preset name manually or retain the previous name. 3.
Keypad Feedback - Tab 13 The programmer may set more precise keypad feedback positions in the advanced setup’s tab 13 rather than basic setup. Keypad input feedback is triggered upon the acknowledgment of an input change from a zone or group of zones. When a zone is powered on or the input is changed, the keypad will jump to the page corresponding to the input the user has selected. This is useful for multiple keypad connected in series or grouped zones.
56 Room Equalization Use this tab to configure default bass and treble settings for each zone. The settings made here will be applied each time a zone is powered on, and is independent of the user controlled bass and treble adjustments. For each zone, setup the default bass and treble levels, as well as their affected shelving frequency. In addition, each zone also allows three notch filtering functions.
Room Equalization 1. Selecting a Zone Since a CT600.3/600.1 has six hardware zones, BK Suite will display a zone button corresponding to each of the six zones. (If you are programming a CT300.3, three zone buttons appear). Select the zone you wish to adjust the settings of. 2. Bass and Treble Adjustments The bass and treble adjustments are used to boost or reduce the levels above or below a certain frequency. Choose frequency the shelving equalization would begin.
58 Preset Editor Preset Editor Features and Benefits Presets are a powerful feature that may instantly recall commonly used parameters instantly. B & K preset settings may be recalled with the press of a single button. Parameters such as independent audio/video inputs, bass and treble settings and volume levels, EQ settings and tuner frequencies may be recalled with one touch access. Opening the Preset Editor Preset editor files are defined by the extension (*.bkp).
59 Preset Editor The Preset Editor Window This shows the presets contained within the CT Receiver preset editor file. 1 5 6 2 4 3 Editing Presets 1. Selecting a Preset Selecting a preset to edit is done by clicking on the number of the preset. 2. Selecting Preset Parameters Select Volume, Bass Level, Treble Level, and EQ settings for each preset. 3. Choosing a source Select the audio input (or AM or FM) and/or Video input.
60 Serial Macro Editor Serial Macro Editor The Serial Macro Editor allows a CT Receiver to control other RS-232 devices as well as the B&K keypads. Specific examples could include other B & K products, RS-232 controllable source pieces or light controllers. The serial macro editor works by using an IR trigger command to send a RS-232 message. In this editor, the user may specify the IR trigger, the RS-232 message and the RS-232 transmit port the command will be sent.
Setup Using the On Screen Display Setup Using the On Screen Display It is possible to completely program the CT Receiver via the on-screen menus or the front panel display. However, it is not nearly as fast and straightforward as using a PC and BK Suite. Nevertheless, it is often convenient to touch up one or two parameters of the system using the on-screen or front panel menus. All on screen setup on a CT Receiver must be done through the zone A video output run to a monitor accessed by remote control.
62 On Screen Menu Operation with the MZ-128 Using a Remote Control The on screen display may be navigated by use of the MZ-128 remote controller or any remote may be used once it is set to the zone A Code-Set. Zone A is default code set to 0-1-1. Using The Remote Control and On-Screen Menus Tapping the MENU button on the remote control brings up the On-Screen MAIN MENU. Use the Up and Down arrows to navigate to the sub menu you want and press the center SEL/ENTER button.
1 2 3 4 5 6 next item SEL select MENU exit menu system MAIN MENU Zone Operation Zone Favorite Presets Audio/Video System Setup Control System Setup Memory Backup/Restore System Status IMPLY B ETTER! ETTER! S IMPLY B&K MEMORY BACKUP/RESTORE next item SEL select MENU main menu SETUP CONTROL SYSTEM Zone Code Sets/Names Zone Control I/O Common Control I/O Preset Operation Security RS-232 SETUP AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM Inputs Zones Power On Settings Page / Event Zone Sync Room Equalization next item SEL select
64 On Screen Main Menu Main Menu While navigating the menus, page 62 , the On Screen Menu Tree Diagram, may be used as a reference. At anytime the MENU button maybe used to step back one level to discover which function is being adjusted. Using the ENTER button will select the choice displayed. press the EXIT or MENU button accordingly to navigate or exit the menu system.
Zone Operation Zone Operation Menu Once in the Zone Operation Menu, current zone parameters may be adjusted. As these parameters are adjusted, they affect the zone that is selected, in this example zone A (code-set 0-1-1). If you keep pressing the Left/Right adjust buttons, you will cycle through all of the logical zones you setup. Once which zone tone control is decided, press the Down button on the remote. This selects the first item to adjust in the Zone Operation sub menu for this logical zone.
66 Main Menu Sub Menu To re-name a preset, use the SEL or Enter key to select the name, then left/right arrows for position and up/down arrows to pick a character. Up to 13 characters are available for each preset name. In addition the following keymap may be used to to aide in the naming process: 1=ABC, 2=DEF, etc. Press SEL or Enter to save the new name. Audio/Video System Setup Navigate with the arrow keys (or the number keys on the remote) then use the SEL or Enter buttons to jump to the new sub-menu.
Audio / Video Sub Menu Menu Items for a Dedicated Input Configuring name, level, mode and video is the same for the dedicated inputs as it is for the shared inputs. But also, the auto-sense has to be configured for the dedicated inputs. When a dedicated input is used, select Auto if the CT Receiver should detect and automatically select the dedicated input when audio or video is detected.
68 Audio / Video Submenu Zone Power On Settings Use Left/Right to select a zone to setup for power on settings. Settings that may be configured include audio input, video input, volume level, bass level, treble level, and EQ setting. Use Up/Down to select an item to adjust. Use Left/Right to adjust the item selected. Settings may be configured for use when a zone is first powered on. Use the Up/Down on the remote to highlight a setting to be changed and the Left/Right to change the setting.
Control System Menu Setup Zone Room Equalization First select which of the six zones you want to configure. Adjust Treble and Bass frequencies and level using the Left and Right functions on the remote and Up/Down to move to the next setting. Use the same remote functions to adjust notch frequency, gain and width. For an explanation of Room Equalization and Notch Filtering see Page 55 Control Menu Setup From the Setup Control Menu use the Up/Down to highlight a sub menu. Select by pressing SEL or ENTER.
70 Control System Menu Zone Code-Sets/Groups and Group Titles continued... Once the name has been entered, use the Up/Down keys to select a Code-Set. Use the Left/Right keys to select one of the available 128 code-sets. Move Up/Down to include the hardware zones for this group. In this example Group A consists of only one hardware zone, Zone A. If you would like a group to contain more than one hardware zone (as shown to the left) adjust each hardware zone to include Left, Right, or Left + Right.
Control System Menu Common Control I/O The CT600.3 and 600.1 are equipped with two 12VDC 200mA common control voltages (the CT300.3 is equipped with one). This menu setting assign operation to the “OUT” located in the common control section on the back panel of the CT Receiver. They are programmed at the factory to turn on when any Zone is powered on. To change this setting use the Up/Down keys to select the Control Out you wish to program. Use the Left/Right keys to pick from the available options.
72 Setup Presets Setup Presets Preset Recall Input/Tuner/Tone: Preset will recall Input, Tuner Frequency and EQ settings Input/Tuner/Tone/Vol: Preset will recall Input, Tuner Frequency, Volume and EQ settings. Input/Tuner: Preset will recall Input or Tuner Frequency only. Preset Names If auto naming is set to YES, the CT Receiver will automatically name a nee preset for source and volume settings. If it is set to NO, the user must enter the preset name manually or retain the previous name.
Control System Setup RS-232 Options Note: Parameters 1 through 7 do not need to be changed and should be left for advanced programmers. Use the Up/Down keys to select a setting to configure. Then use the Left/Right keys to select from one of the available options. NOTE: Please see page 51 of this manual describing details about the RS-232 options. RS-232 Slave Control RS-232 Slave control enables set up for communication between multiple connected B & K products. The Transmit ID is normally set to ALL.
74 System Status System Status Status is very useful troubleshooting aid for installations. There are four screens that show the status of A/V inputs, zones and control in/out activity. Unit Information: The Unit information screen gives factory information that is useful for both the end user and B & K technical support including model, serial number and software version.
75 Zone Planning Worksheets CT Receiver Zone Planning Residence Zones Project Manager A B C Date D E F Name of Zone How Many Keypads? Master Slave #1 Slave #2 Slave #3 Zone TV? Stereo / Mono ? Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Stereo Mono Stereo Mono Stereo Mono Stereo Mono Stereo Mono Stereo Mono Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Number of Speakers External Amplifier Line Level Output No No No No No No Variable Fixed Variable Fixed Variable Fixed Variable Fixed
76 Input Planning Worksheet CT Receiver Input Planning Residence Project Manager Date IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 IN 5 IN 6 IN 7 IN 8 IN 9 Shared? Shared? Shared? Shared? Shared? Shared? Shared? Shared? Shared? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No No No Identical? Identical? Identical? Identical? Identical? Identical? Identical? Identical? Identical? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No No No Cable Calculatio
77 Power On Preferences and Presets CT Receiver Preferences and Presets Residence Project Manager Date Zone Power On Preferences ZONE NAME AUDIO FROM VIDEO FROM VOLUME RADIO FREQUENCY Last Used Last Used Last Used AM FM Last Used Last Used Last Used AM FM Last Used Last Used Last Used AM FM Last Used Last Used Last Used AM FM Last Used Last Used Last Used AM FM Last Used Last Used Last Used AM FM A B C D E F Preset Radio Stations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 B&K S IMP
78 Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide For BK Suite 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8 9. 10. Make sure your PC meets the requirements outlined in the BK Suite Section of this manual. Page 32. Make sure the CT/CK/SR product is connected to the PC’s serial port. (DB-9, nine pin) Be sure to select “Local Com” in the BK Suite software, as “Network” is not currently supported. If the unit will not communicate through RS-232, perform a factory reset.
Limited Warranty B & K Components Lt., referred to herein as B & K , warrants your B & K equipment against all defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and only to equipment in normal residential use and service.
80 Specifications Multi - Zone Receivers Specifications CT600.3 CT300.3 CT600.
CT Series A / V Control Center FEATURES: • The CT600.3 & CT600.1 have 6 fully independent A/V stereo zones; the CT300.3 has 3 fully independent A/V stereo zones. • Each stereo zone has independent power, volume, bass, treble and and selectable EQ settings for loudness or auto-level. • Each stereo zone has a separate Room EQ available for use with correcting it’s audio sound-field. • Each stereo zone may be configured for use as 2 mono zones.
82 Additional Information COMPLETE USER MANUAL - CT RECEIVER © 2006 B & K Components, Ltd. All rights reserved. The information in this manual is copyright protected. No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from B & K Components, Ltd. B & K Components, Ltd. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OPERATIONAL, TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS/OMISSIONS MADE IN THIS MANUAL. The information in this manual may be subject to change without prior notice.
