Russound's CA4 Multizone Controller Kit offers control of a four-zone; four-source multiroom audio system at an entry-level price. Designed for simplicity; the CA4 provides a slim profile chassis and elegant wire management solution for an attractive installation in either an entertainment center or equipment rack.
The CA4 Kit is designed for easy installation and use; it features a rack-mountable 1U chassis; Class D digital amplifiers; an RS-232 port for connection to home automation and control equipment; a 12 VDC mute trigger input; and a 12 VDC trigger output. The CA4 also features source grouping; all on; all off; and "party mode." Systems are scalable to support up to two CA4 controllers linked to make an eight-zone system with four sources. The CA4-RC learning system remote is designed exclusively for the CA4 and provides complete source control through IR pass through.
To speed up wiring and reduce clutter; the CA4 uses an innovative wall port to connect the controller to the network of wiring that runs throughout the home. Four CAT-5 cables (included with kit) connect the CA4 to the wall port. From the wallport; CAT-5 and speaker wiring is run to each zone. This design allows a home to be pre-wired and tested before the CA4 and source equipment is installed.
For system control; the all-new CA4-KP keypad lets you select between four sources and adjust bass; treble and loudness. The keypad is also used to set source grouping; all on; all off; and party mode. The CA4-KP features green backlighting; and includes an IR receiver and IR confirmation through an LED status indicator.
Kit Contains:
- 1 CA4 Controller
- 4 CA4-KP Keypads - White (Decora wallplates not included)
- 1 CA4-WP Wallport - White (Decora wallplate not included)
- 1 USRC Universal System Remote Control
- 4 Single IR Emitters
- 4 CAT-5 with 4 RJ45 connectors
- 4 Sets Source Labels
- 1 Pair of Rack Ears
- 1 Power Cord
- 1 Instruction Manual
Product Features:
- Four-source/four-zone controller; 30 watts per zone; CAT-5 connectivity to system wall port for flexibility and convenience
- Adjustable bass; treble; loudness; All On with Party Mode and All Off for total control from keypads
- Allows for connection to home integration and automation systems using RS232 port
- Distinctive streamlined controller and keypads; available in six Decora colors (sold separately); fits any interior
Specifications:
CA4 Controller
- Audio Output(s): 4 speaker level (8 ohms)
- Audio Source Inputs: 4
- Common IR Port: 1
- Communication Ports: RS232 port
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Input Impedance: 50 kohms
- Line Audio Outputs: 2 (Fixed and Variable) (Zone 4 only)
- Max Source Audio Input: 2.3 Vms
- Power Supply VAC: 100V to 240V @50-60Hz 110W (Auto Select)
- Routed IR Ports: 4
- Trigger Input(s): 12VDC
- Trigger Output(s): 12VDC 100 mA Max
- Wall Port Ports: 4
- Watts per channel: 15
CA4-KP Keypad
- Keypad Cables: CAT-5 - RJ-45 termination
- Keypad Ports: 1
- Max Cable Length Wall Port to Keypad: 240' (73.2m)
CA4-WP Wall Port
- Keypad Cables: CAT-5 - RJ-45 termination
- Keypad Ports: 4
- Max Cable Length Wall Port to Controller: 6' (2m)
- Wall Port to Keypad: 240' (73.2m)
- Wall Port to Speaker: 240' (73.2m)
- Speaker Connection(s): 4
- Speaker Wire Size: 14-18 gauge - screw termination
