User's Manual

Fig. 4.1 Main Setup Menu Diagram (continued on next page)

(MRC88m/MRAUDIO8X8m require Firmware Ver. 2.03 or later to work

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2.0 System Design Overview/Applications

Notes:

A recommended electrical back box is always required for all installation of this

product (see specifications).

This keypad is specifically designed to work with the MRC88m and

MRAUDIO8x8m (Firmware ver. 2.03 or later). It is NOT designed to work with

MRC88, MRAUDIO8x8, MRC44, MRAUDIO4x4, or BXAUDIO4x4.

This keypad is compatible with Zone Linking. However, the Dynamic Zone

Linking function can only be initiated with an MRKP2, MRKP2E, or an LCD

Touch panels. Static Zone Linking can always be configured through Universal

Dragon™.

Planning

Before installing the MRKP1E, it is essential to have a detailed and accurate

system design. The first step to a good design is to map the system. It is

advisable to mark up a copy of the house floor plan with speaker, keypad and

equipment locations, etc. Make sure that all locations are decided upon before

pre-wiring so that all necessary wiring and installation hardware is in place.

It is essential that ALL system components are accounted for prior to the pre-

wire stage. After establishing design goals, make a detailed list of all

components. Include source equipment, keypad, expansion hubs, local source

wall plates, IR emitters, etc.

Pre-Construction

In a pre-construction installation, walls and ceilings are open with no drywall

installed. This is desirable and allows the installer greater access than in retro-

fit applications. Before actually running any wire or cable, take the time to look

around each room or area of the house and plan your wire paths for maximum

efficiency. Look for routes through uncluttered parts of the stud wall or ceiling

that allow you to group all low-voltage (video, speaker wires, CAT-5, telephone,

etc.) wires wherever possible. It is a good practice to label both ends of all

cables and to protect wires by tying a plastic bag over the ends.

Note: Do not run low-voltage wires closer than 12" from high-voltage wires. If

necessary, cross low-voltage wires at a 90º angle to prevent interference.

Retro-Fit Wiring/ Post Construction

Retro-fit installations are more difficult to complete than pre-construction

because walls and ceilings are intact. Typically wires must be fished into

position through walls, floors and ceilings. Holes must be cut; speakers

mounted directly in the ceiling or walls with no electrical back- brackets and

keypads and local source wall plates must be mounted in existing drywall.