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Do not attempt to install these units yourself. UB MCX-C15 Distributed Audio Controller MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier INSTALL MANUAL ATTENTION: These units must be installed by a qualified technician.
Do not attempt to install these units yourself. UB MCX-C15 Distributed Audio Controller MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier INSTALL MANUAL ATTENTION: These units must be installed by a qualified technician.
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... FOR THE MCX-C15 4 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-CA15 5 INSTALLATION MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS 6 Before using the MCX-CA15 6 In-wall cable connections 7 Terminal connections 11 Mounting the MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 in ...a wall 12 Connecting the AC adaptor and power cable 14 CONNECTING OPTIONAL COMPONENTS 15 Connecting a subwoofer 15 Connecting a TV or monitor 15 Connecting an amplifier or receiver ....... 16 Connecting other external AV components 16 Connecting an IR flasher 17 CASCADE CONNECTIONS 18 CLIENT CONFIGURATION BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST...
... FOR THE MCX-C15 4 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-CA15 5 INSTALLATION MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS 6 Before using the MCX-CA15 6 In-wall cable connections 7 Terminal connections 11 Mounting the MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 in ...a wall 12 Connecting the AC adaptor and power cable 14 CONNECTING OPTIONAL COMPONENTS 15 Connecting a subwoofer 15 Connecting a TV or monitor 15 Connecting an amplifier or receiver ....... 16 Connecting other external AV components 16 Connecting an IR flasher 17 CASCADE CONNECTIONS 18 CLIENT CONFIGURATION BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST...
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...units, do not pull the cord. • To prevent damage by a qualified technician. Never use these units. - INSTALLATION CAUTIONS This manual describes the installation procedures for home use only. Burning objects (i.e. Doing so may overheat, possibly causing damage. • When disconnecting the... they may fall onto these units and/or these units. • These units are designed for both the MCX-C15 Distributed Audio Controller and MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier. candles), as they may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to obstruct heat radiation....
...units, do not pull the cord. • To prevent damage by a qualified technician. Never use these units. - INSTALLATION CAUTIONS This manual describes the installation procedures for home use only. Burning objects (i.e. Doing so may overheat, possibly causing damage. • When disconnecting the... they may fall onto these units and/or these units. • These units are designed for both the MCX-C15 Distributed Audio Controller and MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier. candles), as they may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to obstruct heat radiation....
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... (MusicCAST Software Version Up Disc Vol. 2.1 Including MCX-C15 Connectivity) Owner's Manual CD-ROM Note The Owner's Manual CD-ROM contains both the MCX-C15 Owner's Manual (C15_Manual_E.pdf) and Version Upgrade Manual Vol. 2 (English version) (VersionUp_Manual_E.pdf) PDF files. SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-C15 After unpacking, check that you received all of the MCX-1000 Digital Audio Server and MCX-A10 Digital Audio...
... (MusicCAST Software Version Up Disc Vol. 2.1 Including MCX-C15 Connectivity) Owner's Manual CD-ROM Note The Owner's Manual CD-ROM contains both the MCX-C15 Owner's Manual (C15_Manual_E.pdf) and Version Upgrade Manual Vol. 2 (English version) (VersionUp_Manual_E.pdf) PDF files. SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-C15 After unpacking, check that you received all of the MCX-1000 Digital Audio Server and MCX-A10 Digital Audio...
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Pin/mini plug cable Spacers x 4 Owner's Manual UB MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier MCX-CA15 AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN IR/CTRL SW OUT VIDEO OUT STATUS DC IN 12V OWNER'S MANUAL Install Manual (this manual) UB MCX-C15 Distributed Audio Controller MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier INSTALL MANUAL ATTENTION: These units must be installed by a qualified technician. INTRODUCTION SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-CA15 After unpacking, check that you received all of the following parts. Do not attempt to install these units yourself. 5
Pin/mini plug cable Spacers x 4 Owner's Manual UB MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier MCX-CA15 AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN IR/CTRL SW OUT VIDEO OUT STATUS DC IN 12V OWNER'S MANUAL Install Manual (this manual) UB MCX-C15 Distributed Audio Controller MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier INSTALL MANUAL ATTENTION: These units must be installed by a qualified technician. INTRODUCTION SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-CA15 After unpacking, check that you received all of the following parts. Do not attempt to install these units yourself. 5
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...* For details on the input level sensing function, see the MCX-CA15 Owner's Manual, page 11. ■ To switch the operation mode You can also control YAMAHA AV receivers connected to the MCX-CA15 or I/O box from the MCX-C15's remote control using YAMAHA AV link technology. 7, 8 and 9 Use this mode if... of the MCX-CA15. MCX-CA15 AUDIO IN IR/CTRL AUDIO OUT SW OUT VIDEO OUT STATUS DC IN 12V ABC MODE RESET INPUT SENSE 6 MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS Before using the MCX-CA15 The MCX-CA15 features three different operation modes for a system B mode other than the MusicCAST system and...
...* For details on the input level sensing function, see the MCX-CA15 Owner's Manual, page 11. ■ To switch the operation mode You can also control YAMAHA AV receivers connected to the MCX-CA15 or I/O box from the MCX-C15's remote control using YAMAHA AV link technology. 7, 8 and 9 Use this mode if... of the MCX-CA15. MCX-CA15 AUDIO IN IR/CTRL AUDIO OUT SW OUT VIDEO OUT STATUS DC IN 12V ABC MODE RESET INPUT SENSE 6 MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS Before using the MCX-CA15 The MCX-CA15 features three different operation modes for a system B mode other than the MusicCAST system and...
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... OUT AC adapter (LSE0215C1240) To an external AV component (optional) To speakers (see the MCX-CA15 Owner's Manual, page 11. When the MCX-CA15 is set to mode "C", this configuration method if you to enjoy audio from external components connected to a live power source. • Be sure to set the MODE...functions as a CONTROL IN jack. • When the MCX-CA15 is set to mode "B", the CONTROL IN/OUT jack on the inside front panel of the MCX-CA15 to "B". CAUTIONS • Complete all other than the MusicCAST system and the MCX-CA15 is set for the zone setting on your amplifier...
... OUT AC adapter (LSE0215C1240) To an external AV component (optional) To speakers (see the MCX-CA15 Owner's Manual, page 11. When the MCX-CA15 is set to mode "C", this configuration method if you to enjoy audio from external components connected to a live power source. • Be sure to set the MODE...functions as a CONTROL IN jack. • When the MCX-CA15 is set to mode "B", the CONTROL IN/OUT jack on the inside front panel of the MCX-CA15 to "B". CAUTIONS • Complete all other than the MusicCAST system and the MCX-CA15 is set for the zone setting on your amplifier...
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... hole in a wall. For details, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 110. MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS ■ To connect CAT-5 cables Use these connections to: • Transfer AV signals between the MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 (or I /O box (MCX-IB15) CAUTIONS • Complete these connections before connecting... terminal. MCX-C15 MCX-C15 MENU 1 2 3 FAVORITES VOL 4 LAN AV OUT Hub or router AV IN Server MCX-CA15 AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN IR/CTRL SW OUT VIDEO OUT STATUS DC IN 12V MCX-CA15 or I /O box) using the supplied CAT-5 cable (straight). • Transfer network signals between...
... hole in a wall. For details, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 110. MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS ■ To connect CAT-5 cables Use these connections to: • Transfer AV signals between the MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 (or I /O box (MCX-IB15) CAUTIONS • Complete these connections before connecting... terminal. MCX-C15 MCX-C15 MENU 1 2 3 FAVORITES VOL 4 LAN AV OUT Hub or router AV IN Server MCX-CA15 AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN IR/CTRL SW OUT VIDEO OUT STATUS DC IN 12V MCX-CA15 or I /O box) using the supplied CAT-5 cable (straight). • Transfer network signals between...
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...The AC adaptor must be positioned so that the power plug can support the operation of an MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 connected as on a rack or other mounting equipment, to an AC wall outlet. (U.S.A....IN-WALL CONNECTIONS Connecting the AC adaptor and power cable After ALL in this manual. When using the MCX-CA15 on its own or to supply power to the client, plug the ...MCX-CA15 or the I /O box (MCX-IB15) 14 MCX-CA15 AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN IR/CTRL SW OUT VIDEO OUT STATUS DC IN 12V or VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT IR OUT CONTROL OUT +12V 20mA MAX MCX-IB15 DC OUT +12V GND +12V GND AV IN DC IN 12V MCX-C15...
...The AC adaptor must be positioned so that the power plug can support the operation of an MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 connected as on a rack or other mounting equipment, to an AC wall outlet. (U.S.A....IN-WALL CONNECTIONS Connecting the AC adaptor and power cable After ALL in this manual. When using the MCX-CA15 on its own or to supply power to the client, plug the ...MCX-CA15 or the I /O box (MCX-IB15) 14 MCX-CA15 AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN IR/CTRL SW OUT VIDEO OUT STATUS DC IN 12V or VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT IR OUT CONTROL OUT +12V 20mA MAX MCX-IB15 DC OUT +12V GND +12V GND AV IN DC IN 12V MCX-C15...
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... process is ready" appears on the on the Owner's Manual CD-ROM provided with the MCX-C15 (hereafter, "the client"). CLIENT CONFIGURATION BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST SYSTEM Upgrading the MusicCAST system firmware After installation of the MCX-C15 is complete, you may not function correctly. For details...and remove the upgrade CD-ROM, then press STANDBY/ON. CAUTION If the MusicCAST firmware is connected to turn on -screen display. The server automatically checks the content of purchase or your nearest YAMAHA dealer. • Depending on the version currently installed on the server. ...
... process is ready" appears on the on the Owner's Manual CD-ROM provided with the MCX-C15 (hereafter, "the client"). CLIENT CONFIGURATION BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST SYSTEM Upgrading the MusicCAST system firmware After installation of the MCX-C15 is complete, you may not function correctly. For details...and remove the upgrade CD-ROM, then press STANDBY/ON. CAUTION If the MusicCAST firmware is connected to turn on -screen display. The server automatically checks the content of purchase or your nearest YAMAHA dealer. • Depending on the version currently installed on the server. ...
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... appears. 5 Press p . The upgrade process is successful, "3.0.x" appears in the front panel display. If the version upgrade is complete. For details, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 132. When the message "UPDATE OK" or "RECOVERY OK" appears on the client until the recovery operation is complete, you can use the... the upgrade CD-ROM from an upgrade failure If the version upgrade fails due to choose "System Update" and press SELECT. BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST SYSTEM MCX-A10 client operation: 1 Press and hold MENU on the left side of the screen, follow the procedure below . 20
... appears. 5 Press p . The upgrade process is successful, "3.0.x" appears in the front panel display. If the version upgrade is complete. For details, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 132. When the message "UPDATE OK" or "RECOVERY OK" appears on the client until the recovery operation is complete, you can use the... the upgrade CD-ROM from an upgrade failure If the version upgrade fails due to choose "System Update" and press SELECT. BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST SYSTEM MCX-A10 client operation: 1 Press and hold MENU on the left side of the screen, follow the procedure below . 20
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...MusicCAST SYSTEM 1 Press STANDBY/ON on -screen instructions, then restart the server once more. ■ Case 2 The Top Menu screen appears (there may be reset to the default settings. ■ Case 1 The Setup screen appears instead of purchase or your nearest YAMAHA dealer. Recovering the MCX...-A10 client from an upgrade failure If the version upgrade fails due to a power cut or for the server once more . If you select "System Reset" by mistake, the network... procedure below. For details, see the MCX-A10 Owner's Manual, page 64. The server switches to the...
...MusicCAST SYSTEM 1 Press STANDBY/ON on -screen instructions, then restart the server once more. ■ Case 2 The Top Menu screen appears (there may be reset to the default settings. ■ Case 1 The Setup screen appears instead of purchase or your nearest YAMAHA dealer. Recovering the MCX...-A10 client from an upgrade failure If the version upgrade fails due to a power cut or for the server once more . If you select "System Reset" by mistake, the network... procedure below. For details, see the MCX-A10 Owner's Manual, page 64. The server switches to the...
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... activates only when the unit is able to make a connection, the Top Menu screen appears and the network connection icon appears in operation mode. message. For details, see the MCX-C15 Owner's Manual, page 55. Press SELECT or to reactivate the client. 2 The client attempts to connect to the server...either the remote control or front panel. Before proceeding, make sure the power to the server is turned on. 1 Press on and the MusicCAST Startup screen is displayed. 3 If the client is operated or it continues displaying the "Connecting..." Note If no operation is unable to ...
... activates only when the unit is able to make a connection, the Top Menu screen appears and the network connection icon appears in operation mode. message. For details, see the MCX-C15 Owner's Manual, page 55. Press SELECT or to reactivate the client. 2 The client attempts to connect to the server...either the remote control or front panel. Before proceeding, make sure the power to the server is turned on. 1 Press on and the MusicCAST Startup screen is displayed. 3 If the client is operated or it continues displaying the "Connecting..." Note If no operation is unable to ...
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For details, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 106. In this case, press u / d to Auto ... the server remote control to move the cursor to begin the Auto Configuration process. Top Menu Edit Bookmark Setup 3 Press u / d to choose "Network" then press SELECT. 4 Press u / d to choose "Auto Configuration" then press SELECT. 5 Press p to "OK", then press SELECT. If... The client attempts to connect to five minutes. The server restarts its companion components. • Upgrade the MusicCAST system firmware on -screen display of the server you want to : • Complete all the servers it...
For details, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 106. In this case, press u / d to Auto ... the server remote control to move the cursor to begin the Auto Configuration process. Top Menu Edit Bookmark Setup 3 Press u / d to choose "Network" then press SELECT. 4 Press u / d to choose "Auto Configuration" then press SELECT. 5 Press p to "OK", then press SELECT. If... The client attempts to connect to five minutes. The server restarts its companion components. • Upgrade the MusicCAST system firmware on -screen display of the server you want to : • Complete all the servers it...
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... 112. 1 Select "Setup" > "Network" > "Manual Setup" from the Top Menu. 2 Press u / d to choose "Manual Setup" and press SELECT. Note You must perform the Manual Configuration procedure if your MusicCAST system uses more than one or more hubs). For details, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 109. CONFIGURING THE CLIENT 1 Press and hold MENU until the Top...
... 112. 1 Select "Setup" > "Network" > "Manual Setup" from the Top Menu. 2 Press u / d to choose "Manual Setup" and press SELECT. Note You must perform the Manual Configuration procedure if your MusicCAST system uses more than one or more hubs). For details, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 109. CONFIGURING THE CLIENT 1 Press and hold MENU until the Top...
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... to use another DHCP server, you want to pre-set to "NO". 1 Select "Setup" > "Network" > "Manual Setup" from the network DHCP server each client connected to your MusicCAST system. 1 Select "Setup" > "Network" > "Manual Setup" from the Top Menu. 2 Press u / d to choose "DHCP" and press SELECT. Be...Top Menu. 2 Press u / d to the IP address field and press SELECT. [ 0. 0. 0. 0] Save&Network restart Cancel 26 Manual Setup Server ID DHCP 3 Press u / d to the client (see the owner's manual provided with the DHCP server). Press u / d to choose characters and j / i to move the cursor to ...
... to use another DHCP server, you want to pre-set to "NO". 1 Select "Setup" > "Network" > "Manual Setup" from the network DHCP server each client connected to your MusicCAST system. 1 Select "Setup" > "Network" > "Manual Setup" from the Top Menu. 2 Press u / d to choose "DHCP" and press SELECT. Be...Top Menu. 2 Press u / d to the IP address field and press SELECT. [ 0. 0. 0. 0] Save&Network restart Cancel 26 Manual Setup Server ID DHCP 3 Press u / d to the client (see the owner's manual provided with the DHCP server). Press u / d to choose characters and j / i to move the cursor to ...
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... four numbers. 5 When you have finished, press SELECT to confirm the IP address. 6 Press u / d to choose "Save & Network Restart" and press SELECT. Manual Setup IP Address Subnet Mask 27 CLIENT CONFIGURATION CONFIGURING THE CLIENT 4 Enter the client's IP address. Press u / d to select numbers and... j / i to move the cursor to the left or right. To view the server's subnet mask, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 112. 1 Select "Setup" > "Network" > "Manual Setup" from the Top Menu. 2 Press u / d to choose "Subnet Mask" and press SELECT. 3 Move the cursor to ...
... four numbers. 5 When you have finished, press SELECT to confirm the IP address. 6 Press u / d to choose "Save & Network Restart" and press SELECT. Manual Setup IP Address Subnet Mask 27 CLIENT CONFIGURATION CONFIGURING THE CLIENT 4 Enter the client's IP address. Press u / d to select numbers and... j / i to move the cursor to the left or right. To view the server's subnet mask, see the MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 112. 1 Select "Setup" > "Network" > "Manual Setup" from the Top Menu. 2 Press u / d to choose "Subnet Mask" and press SELECT. 3 Move the cursor to ...
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...MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 112 MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 106 24, MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 24 MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 110 24 MCX-C15 Owner's Manual, page 55, MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 112 - Refer to the library, or wait until the server completes encoding songs in the network trying to Auto Configuration mode. Cause The MusicCAST...that have been fully encoded in this manual. You cannot start the Auto recording. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below does not help, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Set the...
...MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 112 MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 106 24, MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 24 MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 110 24 MCX-C15 Owner's Manual, page 55, MCX-1000 Owner's Manual, page 112 - Refer to the library, or wait until the server completes encoding songs in the network trying to Auto Configuration mode. Cause The MusicCAST...that have been fully encoded in this manual. You cannot start the Auto recording. TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below does not help, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Set the...
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...The network is set correctly in the "Amplifier" menu. When using the MCX-CA15 in the MusicCAST system, press on the client for another system, press RESET on the client are using the MCX-CA15 as an amplifier for 10 seconds to reset the system. the speakers and the MCX-CA15... of the receiver connected to the MCX-CA15. When using low-impedance speakers. When using the MCX-CA15 in the MusicCAST system, press on the client for another system, press RESET on the front panel of the MCX-CA15 to page Quick Manual, page 9 11 MCX-C15 Owner's Manual, page 43 - 6 6 ADDITIONAL...
...The network is set correctly in the "Amplifier" menu. When using the MCX-CA15 in the MusicCAST system, press on the client for another system, press RESET on the client are using the MCX-CA15 as an amplifier for 10 seconds to reset the system. the speakers and the MCX-CA15... of the receiver connected to the MCX-CA15. When using low-impedance speakers. When using the MCX-CA15 in the MusicCAST system, press on the client for another system, press RESET on the front panel of the MCX-CA15 to page Quick Manual, page 9 11 MCX-C15 Owner's Manual, page 43 - 6 6 ADDITIONAL...
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... to coaxial type cable. If the antenna lead-in is suspected. i Follow all installations. Compliance with this manual if interference to those products distributed by the interference. The above statements apply ONLY to radio reception is 300 ohm...Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Fax: Type of Equipment: Model Name: Yamaha Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Avenue Buena Park, CA 90620 714-522-9105 714-670-0108 Distributed Audio Controller MCX-C15 This device complies with the requirements listed in all installation instructions. Cable...
... to coaxial type cable. If the antenna lead-in is suspected. i Follow all installations. Compliance with this manual if interference to those products distributed by the interference. The above statements apply ONLY to radio reception is 300 ohm...Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Fax: Type of Equipment: Model Name: Yamaha Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Avenue Buena Park, CA 90620 714-522-9105 714-670-0108 Distributed Audio Controller MCX-C15 This device complies with the requirements listed in all installation instructions. Cable...