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00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page i Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) 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 Amplifier MCX-CA15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page ii Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. 1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2 Install these units in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place — away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. Allow ventilation space of at least 10 cm on the top, bottom, left and right.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page iii Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM These units are not disconnected from the AC power source as long as they are connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself is turned off. This state is called the sleep mode. In this state, these units are designed to consume a very small quantity of power. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THESE UNITS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 1 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM CONTENTS INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION FEATURES .............................................2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES..................3 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ..........4 USING THE MCX-CA15 Front panel................................................ 4 Inside front panel ...................................... 5 Rear panel ................................................. 6 Bottom panel ............................................
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 2 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM FEATURES The MusicCAST MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier (hereafter, the “MCX-CA15”) is designed to output 34 W (17 W per channel) of high-quality power paired with a MusicCAST MCX-C15 Distributed Audio Controller (hereafter, the “client”) to complete the MusicCAST system, or as an amplifier integrated with an existing audio system.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 3 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES INTRODUCTION After unpacking, check that you received all of the following parts.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 4 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Front panel 1 MCX-CA15 5 AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN IR/CTRL SW OUT VIDEO OUT 6 2 3 DC IN 12V 4 STATUS 7 1 AUDIO OUT jacks 4 STATUS indicator Connect a receiver or amplifier (audio input source) to these jacks. Lights up when this unit is active (receiving a signal). Dims when this unit is in sleep mode. Flashes rapidly when the protection circuitry has been activated or an abnormality occurs.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 5 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS INTRODUCTION Inside front panel A B C 1 MODE 2 RESET INPUT SENSE 3 1 MODE switch Switches between operation modes “A”, “B” and “C” (see page 10). 2 RESET button Resets this unit after the protection circuitry has been activated or the operation mode has been changed (see page 11). 3 INPUT SENSE Detects the presence of signals input through the AUDIO IN jack (see page 11).
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 6 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Rear panel SPEAKER OUT 4Ω MIN. 1 1 SPEAKER OUT terminals Connect speakers to these jacks using commercially available speaker cables. 2 DC IN/OUT terminals When this unit is connected to a client only, connect the DC power cable to these terminals to supply power to the client. When this unit is connected to the I/O box, use these terminals to receive power from the I/O box.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 7 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS INTRODUCTION Bottom panel 1 2 AV IN CONTROL MODE A, B : OUT MODE C : IN 1 AV IN jack Connect a client to this jack using the CAT-5 cable (straight) supplied with the client to input signals from the client. 2 CONTROL OUT/IN jack Connect another MCX-CA15 or an external component to this jack to control the power of this unit.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 8 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM OPERATION Operation modes The MCX-CA15 features three different operation modes for user flexibility. Before using the MCX-CA15, you must set the operation mode to either “A”, “B” or “C” depending on your system configuration. CAUTION Be sure to set the operation mode before connecting the MCX-CA15 to a live power source. ■ Operation Modes Mode Usage A mode Use this mode if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as a companion to a client.
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00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 10 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM OPERATION ■ To switch the operation mode You can switch between the operation modes on the MCX-CA15 by sliding the MODE switch located on the inside front panel to the left and right. CAUTION 3 Press RESET using a ballpoint pen or similar object. 4 Replace the front panel by pressing it gently onto the main unit until it clicks into place.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 11 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM OPERATION Input level sensing function In “B” mode, the MCX-CA15 automatically activates (exits sleep mode) when its circuitry senses a signal input from an external source connected to the AUDIO IN jack. RESET button The RESET button is located on the inside front panel. You can use INPUT SENSE to change the detectable signal threshold.
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 12 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below if the MCX-CA15 does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Problem Cause Remedy Refer to page The AV link technology function does not work correctly. The signal is weak (for IR flasher connections only).
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 13 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO PERFORMANCE • Minimum RMS output power 1 kHz, 1% THD................................................................................................................................................ 13 W + 13 W • Maximum power (EIAJ) 1 kHz, 10% THD......................................................................................................................17 W + 17 W or 18 W (1 ch) • Frequency response (EIAJ) ....
00_MCX-CA15_Owners_UB.book Page 16 Friday, April 30, 2004 10:53 AM © 2004 YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A. YAMAHA CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA YAMAHA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, F.R. OF GERMANY YAMAHA ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY-BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE-LA-VALLEE CEDEX02, FRANCE YAMAHA ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD.
.YAMAHA 111m NOTE: When using this unit (MCX-CA15) in 8 or Cmode When using this unit as a power amplifier for a component other than the MCX-C15 (set to B or C mode), make sure that the external AV component you connect to this unit is equipped with a volume control function. Adjust the volume using the control on the connected external AV component. ..
eYAMAHA ••• MusicCAST •• 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.
CONTENTS INSTALLATION CAUTIONS SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-C15 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-CA15 5 MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS 6 Before using the MCX~CAI5 In-wall cable connections Terminal connections Mounting the MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 in a wall Connecting the AC adaptor and power cable CONNECTING OPTIONAL COMPONENTS Connecting a subwoofer Connecting a TV or monitor Connecting an amplifier or receiver Connecting other external AV components Connecting an IR flasher CASCADE CONNECTIONS 2 4 BE
I INSTALLATION CAUTIONS This manual describes the installation procedures for both the MCX-ClS Distributed Audio Controller and MCX-CA15 Distributed Audio Amplifier. Make sure you read the following cautions before proceeding to install these units. • • • • • 2 These units must be installed by a qualified technician. Do not attempt to install these units yourself. Complete all other connections before connecting to a live power source.
INSTALLATION CAUTIONS SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-C15 After unpacking, check that you received all of the following parts. I/O box (MCX-IB15) VIDEO OUT o !UDIOOU~ AC adaptor (LSE0215C1240) DC power cable (2 m) x 2 o ... MusicCAST •• o o Power cable (1.6 m) CAT-5 cable (straight, 2 m) Spacers x 4 Remote control Quick Manual MusicCAST·:: Install Manual (this manual) MusicCAST·:: MCX-C15 Upgrade CD-ROM (MusicCAST Software Version Up Disc Vol. 2.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES FOR THE MCX-CA15 After unpacking, check that you received all of the following parts.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS The MCX-CA15 features three different operation modes for user flexibility. Before using the MCX-CA15, you must set the operation mode to either "A", "B" or "C" depending on your system configuration. CAUTION Be sure to set the operation mode before connecting the MCX-CA15 to a live power source. • Operation Modes Mode Usage Refer to page A mode Use this mode if you want to use the MCX-CAI5 as a companion to the MCXC15.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS • Method 1 Using the MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 with the I/O box Use this configuration method if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as a companion to the MCX-C15. This configuration also allows you to control YAMAHA AV receivers connected to the MCX-CA15 from the MCX-C15's remote control using YAMAHA AV link technology. In this configuration, the MCX-CA15 is fully controllable from the MCX-C15. CAUTIONS Complete all other connections before connecting to a live power source.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS • I Method 2 Using the MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 Use this configuration method if you want to use the MCX-CA15 as a companion to the MCX-C15. This configuration also allows you to control YAMAHA AV receivers connected to the MCX-CA15 from the MCX-C15's remote control using YAMAHA AV link technology. In this configuration, the MCX-CA15 supplies power to the MCX-C15. CAUTIONS Complete all other connections before connecting to a live power source.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS • Method 3 Using the MCX-C15 with an amplifier or receiver Use this configuration method if you want to use the MCX-CI5 together with an amplifier or receiver. This configuration also allows you to control YAMAHA AV receivers connected to the I/O box from the MCXC15's remote control using YAMAHA AV link technology. In this configuration, the I/O box supplies power to the MCX-C15. CAUTION Complete all other connections before connecting to a live power source.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS • Method 4 Using the MCX-CA15 as a stand-alone amplifier Use this configuration method if you want to use the MCX-CAI5 as an amplifier for a system other than the MusicCAST system and the MCX-CAI5 is set for the zone setting on your amplifier or receiver. This configuration also allows you to enjoy audio from external components connected to the MCX-CAI5.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS • To connect the speakers to the MCX-CA15 4 Insert one bare wire into the hole of each terminal. 5 Tighten the terminal to secure the wire. CAUTIONS • • • • Complete these connections before connecting to a live power source. Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or any metal part of these units. This could damage these units and/or the speakers. Use magnetically shielded speakers.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS • To connect CAT-5 cables Use these connections to: • Transfer AV signals between the MCX-CI5 and MCX-CAI5 (or I/O box) using the supplied CAT-5 cable (straight). • Transfer network signals between the MCX-C15 and the server using a commercially available CAT-5 cable (straight). Both the MCX-C15 and MCX-CA15 are designed for wall-mounted installation using a commercially available low-voltage double gang mounting bracket.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS 2 Install and secure the mounting bracket in the wall, then pull all of the in-wall connections through the mounting bracket from inside the wall. 5 Make all necessary connections. (MCX-C15) 3 6 Insert the main body of the unit into the mounting bracket and secure, being careful not to jam the cables between the unit and the opposite wall. 7 Replace the front panel by pressing it gently onto the main body of the unit until it clicks into place.
MAKING IN-WALL CONNECTIONS 2 Connect the power cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect the power cable to an AC wall outlet. After ALL in-wall connections are complete, connect the AC adaptor and power cable to either the MCX-CA15 or I/O box as follows. CAUTIONS • • • • • Use the supplied AC adaptor only. Always make sure the AC adaptor is placed in a safe location, such as on a rack or other mounting equipment, to avoid fire or electrical shock.
CONNECTING OPTIONAL COMPONENTS You can connect a subwoofer to the MCX-CA15 if you want to enjoy reinforced bass frequencies. The position of the subwoofer is not so critical, because low bass sounds are not highly directional. However, it is better to turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce wall reflections. • To connect a subwoofer Connect the subwoofer to the SW OUT jack on the front panel of the MCX-CA15.
CONNECTING OPTIONAL COMPONENTS If you want to enjoy audio using an amplifier or receiver, you can connect one to the MCX-CA15 or I/O box. • To connect an amplifier or receiver to the MCX-CA15 Connect the amplifier or receiver to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the front panel of the MCX-CA15. Amplifie.r or receiver If you want to enjoy audio from an AV component, such as a DVD player, you can connect one to the MCX-CAI5.
CONNECTING OPTIONAL COMPONENTS If you want to use YAMAHA AV link technology to control a YAMAHA AV receiver, you must connect an IR flasher to the MCX-CA15 or I/O box. Make sure the MODE switch on the inside front panel of the MCX-CA15 is set to "A" when connecting an IR flasher. • To connect an IR flasher to the MCX-CA15 Connect the IR flasher to the IR/CTRL jack on the front panel of the MCX-CA15. Mm.icCAST-:: ~~!! IR flasher @~N~Nm.
CASCADE CONNECTIONS You can use the CONTROL OUTIIN jack on the bottom panel of the MCX-CA15 to connect to other MCX-CA15's to enhance your listening experience. The following are examples of cascade connections. • Example 1 MCX-C15 MCX-CA15 (slave) MCX-CA15 (slave) MCX-CA15 (slave) MCX-CA15 (master) CONTROL IN (bottom) CONTROL IN (bottom) CONTROL IN (bottom) CAUTION For the master MCX-CA15, set the MODE switch on the inside front panel to "A". Set all other MCX-CA15's (slaves) to "C".
BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST SYSTEM After installation of the MCX-CI5 is complete, you must upgrade the MusicCAST system firmware on the MCX-I000 (hereafter, "the server") using the Upgrade CD-ROM (MusicCAST Software Version Up Disc Vol. 2.1 Including MCX-CI5 Connectivity) provided with the MCX-C 15 (hereafter, "the client"). 4 Press A/ v to choose "System Update" and press SELECT. The System Update screen appears.
BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST SYSTEM MCX-A10 client operation: 1 Press and hold MENU on the client until the Top Menu screen is displayed. 2 Press A I v to choose "Setup" and press SELECT. 3 Press A I v to choose "System" and press SELECT. 4 Press A I v to choose "System Update" and press SELECT. The System Update screen appears. 5 Press c:> .
BEFORE USING THE MusicCAST SYSTEM 1 Press STANDBY/ON on the server. The server switches to the standby mode. 2 Press STANDBY/ON once more. The server restarts. If the Top Menu screen appears after the server restarts, the recovery operation is complete. If the recovery operation starts again, follow the on-screen instructions, then restart the server once more. • If the version upgrade is successful, "3.0.x" appears in the "Version" field of the Information screen.
BEFORE USING THE Mus;cCAST SYSTEM 2 Press l>. The recovery operation starts automatically, and the messages "Receiving" > "Data Check" > "Flash Erase" > "Flash Write" > "Verify" > "Update O.K." appear in succession in the System Update screen. The client restarts automatically and the Top Menu screen appears. The recovery process is complete. • Case 2 The Top Menu screen appears and the system operates normally Carry out the version upgrade procedure for the client once more (page 19).
CONFIGURING THE CLIENT 3 When all connections and the MusicCAST system firmware upgrade are complete, turn on the client's power. If the client is able to make a connection, the Top Menu screen appears and the network connection icon appears in the top right corner of the display. Network connection icon The client has two operation modes: On The client is connected to a power source and is in operation mode.
CONFIGURING THE CLIENT 6 Use the Auto Configuration function to automatically connect the client to the server. The client attempts to connect to the server. The Client ID of the client being configured appears on the on-screen display of the server. Before performing the Auto Configuration, be sure to: • Complete all connections for the client and its companion components. • Upgrade the MusicCAST system firmware on both the server and the client. • Set the server to Auto Configuration mode.
CONFIGURING THE CLIENT You can manually configure the client to conform with the settings of an existing network. Manual client settings are only necessary if you are also using a manual configuration for the server. In most cases, Auto Configuration is adequate for using the MusicCAST system. When making manual settings, it is not always necessary to set all of the parameters described in the following section. The settings you make will depend on the network to which the client is connected.
CONFIGURING THE CLIENT 4 Enter the server ID for the server you want to connect to. Press A / v to choose characters and to move the cursor to the left or right. 3 5 When you have finished, press SELECT to confirm the server ID. 6 Press A I v to choose "Save & Network Restart" and press SELECT. The server restarts its network hardware. This may take up to five minutes. [Si.)-·{I~](1l :; ON Select to use DHCP configurations. This is the default setting.
CONFIGURING THE CLIENT 4 Enter the clientls IP address. Press A / v to select numbers and move the cursor to the left or right. Be sure to enter all four numbers. 5 When you have finished, press SELECT to confirm the IP address. 6 Press A I v to choose "Save & Network Restart" and press SELECT. The client resets its network hardware. .. ~~! II ~:! . ~:! . ~:! to ] ;i: Sal.)E:.flh::lt.l.:.!ot···k r·E:I:::.t..::lrt. 3 Save&Net.work rest.art. C.:~nCE:I]. 4 Enter the subnet mask address.
TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the chart below if the client does not function properly after installation. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Problem Cause Remedy Refer to page The cl ient does not operate as described in this manual. The MusicCAST system firmware has not been upgraded. Upgrade the MusicCAST system firmware on the server.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The client does not output any sound. Cause Remedy Refer to page The volume setting of the client is low. Increase the volume setting. The speakers are not correctly connected to the MCX-CAI5. Check the connections between the speakers and the MCX-CAI5. 11 The "Amplifier" menu settings on the client are incorrect. Make sure the name of the receiver connected to the client is set correctly in the "Amplifier" menu.
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