Matrix Audio Designs
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System Overview
The purpose of this manual is to provide an in depth review of the Matrix Audio MRC- 8e/
8.4e series of distributed audio control system.
It will outline recommendations and step- by- step installation,configuration,and program-
ming instructions to assist you in setting up the system to suit your clients’ requirements.
System Description
The MRC- 8e/ 8.4e is an audio control and distribution system designed and manufactured by
Matrix Audio Designs in Ontario,Canada.Its function is to allow centralization of common
audio equipment,and through switching and control technology provide for 8 independently
controlled music zones,each capable of remotely controlling one of 4 audio sources via
keypad or optional infrared remote control.Each zone is a music environment unto itself and
can be configured independently for characteristics such as volume,bass and
treble.
The MRC8e/ 8.4e consists of a single centralized amplification and switching system,with 8
remote keypad control units (each zone may also be configured with 2 control keypads).
Up to 4 source devices such as compact disc players (or a multi- disc jukebox) radio tuners,
satellite,MP3 players and similar devices may all be connected.
Matrix Audio Designs unique signalling technology utilizes standard speaker cable to provide
not only music to each zone but uses the same cable to interface with the controlling keypad.
This technology presents attractive installation options,which may allow you to utilize
existing cable distribution in retrofit applications.
The modular design of the MRC- 8e/ 8.4e also allows expansion for twoMRC- 8e/ 8.4e devices
to be linked and stacked together accommodating more complex and unique installations.
In addition to the keypad,and infrared remote control of the switching unit,the MRC- 8e/
8.4e can be controlled via a standard 9-pinASCII serial communications port.This makes the
MRC-8e/ 8.4e a versatile device fully capable of use in many home automation systems.
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