Xantech D5RH, Installation Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...08905153A 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS D5RH DIGI 5 DDS Digital Distribution System Rack Mount 4 Source 4 Zone Hub...

Page 2: ...ation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings Non Use Periods Appliances that are left unattended and unused for long periods of time should be d...

Page 3: ...rmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not in stalled and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmf...

Page 4: ...Digital Audio Distribution Hub D5KP Amplified Keypads are connected to the D5RH using CAT 5 wiring inexpensive and reliable while speakers are connected to the D5KP Amplifier Keypad using traditional...

Page 5: ...ote for added control features and remote operation Whole House Music Turns On All Zones to Same Source Zone Functions Do Not Disturb Source Lock Out Tone Control Balance Loudness Dynamic Range Compre...

Page 6: ...e SOURCE INPUTS of the D5RH Any Source can be heard in any zone in the system Local Source A Local Source is an audio or audio video device that is connected to a D5IP Source Input Wall Plate Local So...

Page 7: ...g audio sources using RCA cables 5 Expansion Port Control Status Link to D5XH Digital Audio Hub 6 Source Loop Outputs Audio Links to D5XH 7 D5 NET Port For future 2 way data sources communication 8 IR...

Page 8: ...e 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...

Page 9: ...ephone 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 fro...

Page 10: ...ore than 150 ft run an additional 16AWG 2 conductor wire for external power 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 GREEN WHITE GREEN ORANGE WHITE BLUE BLUE WHITE ORANGE BROWN WHITE BROWN Shown tab down Figure...

Page 11: ...nded 4 Source 8 28 Zone System Local Sources connected using D5IP Source Input Wall Plates Basic 4 Zone 4 Source System Figure 2 3 shows a basic D5RH system with four sources and four zones The system...

Page 12: ...ital Audio Distribution Hub D5KP Amplified Keypad D5IP Source Input Wall Plates and Xantech XTC Speakers This configuration provides audio from each source into each zone as well as control of each so...

Page 13: ...pansion Hub D5KP Amplified Keypad D5IP Local Source Wall Plates and Xantech XTC Speakers This configuration provides audio from each source into each zone as well as control of each source from each z...

Page 14: ...e Make sure that the D5RH is powered OFF before making any connections Source Audio Inputs The D5RH supports a total of four System Sources which are available to each of four zones and can be sent to...

Page 15: ...PT switch in the OPT down position Digital Connections provide the best audio quality and should be used if available If both a Digital Coaxial connection and a Digital Optical connection are present...

Page 16: ...w seamless functionality in all areas of the home with no complicated cross wiring splicing or specialized adapters needed When adding a D5XH Router simply connect CAT 5 Patch Cables from the SOURCE L...

Page 17: ...communication EXPANSION OUT Connect the CAT 5 Patch Cable from the D5RH EXPANSION OUT port to the D5XH EXPANSION IN port as shown Complete connections for expanded systems are described in the section...

Page 18: ...T is constantly active and passes IR information regardless of the source selected This is useful for sources that may need control no matter which source is active such as an A V Receiver or for appl...

Page 19: ...ections are straightforward Simply connect CAT 5 cables terminated to the T 568A configuration Figure 2 2 from each Amplifier Keypad to the corresponding ZONE OUT connector on the D5RH hub as shown in...

Page 20: ...is damage to the D5KP may occur and will void the products warranty To connect speakers to D5KP Amplifier Keypad 1 Ensure that system power is OFF 2 Remove the SPEAKER CONNECTOR from the D5KP Amplifie...

Page 21: ...power connections described below To make connections 1 Ensure that system power is OFF 2 Strip the ends of the 16 AWG wire 1 4 on both ends of the wire run 3 Remove the terminal strip from the AUX PO...

Page 22: ...sources to up to four zones The system may be expanded in two ways Local Sources Adding Zones Local Sources Each zone of a D5RH based system can have its own Local source connected directly to the zo...

Page 23: ...the D5RH A run of CAT 5 terminated to T 568A standard see Figure 2 2 is required between the D5KP Amplified Keypad and the location designated for the D5IP Connections between a source component and t...

Page 24: ...allow multi channel audio sources to output a summed stereo signal through the digital output Consult the audio video source manual for details NOTE Some audio sources which utilize a digital output...

Page 25: ...he IR OUT port on the front of the D5IP to the IR receiver on the front of the audio source see Figure 3 14 For sources that have an IR Input port on the back of the unit use a 3 5mm to 3 5mm mono int...

Page 26: ...equired for adding D5XH Digital Audio Distribution Expansion Hub to a D5RH For detailed specifications settings etc please consult the D5XH Installation Manual of Chassis Max of Zones 1 D5RH 4 1 D5RH...

Page 27: ...or multiple D5XH units connect a CAT 5 patch cable from the first D5XH s EXPANSION OUT port to the next D5XH s EXPANSION IN port and so on See Figure 3 15 for details SOURCE LOOP OUT SOURCE LOOP IN Co...

Page 28: ...fier Keypad 4 Adjust the zone s volume to a normal comfortable listening level 5 Select SOURCE 1 and then SOURCE 2 and compare the levels to SOURCE 3 and or SOURCE 4 6 If the analog source s are playi...

Page 29: ...hange digital Output to PCM Stereo Incorrect audio format selection Check RCA OPT COAX selection switch for proper selection No audio present in any zone 1 See above Perform steps above 2 Digital sour...

Page 30: ...gnal to Noise Ratio 94dB Input GAIN Switches Input Sensitivity DIP Switch 3 4 UP 1 35Vrms 4 8dBu DIP Switch 3 4 DOWN 2V rms 8 2dBu Frequency Response 20Hz 20kHz 0 1dB Dimensions H x W x D w feet 2 3 8...

Page 31: ...eimbursement for labor transportation shipping removal installation or other expenses which may be incurred in connection with repair or replacement All claims for product shipping damage must be proc...

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