SpeakerCraft MZC-66 User Manual

ABOUT MZC-66 QUICK START GUIDE
MZC-66 QUICK START GUIDE is intended to provide top-level instructions for Installation, Conguration and
Connection of a SpeakerCraft MZC-66 System. MZC-66 Quick Start focuses on a MZC-66 ‘default’ system,
that is, a basic six zone system that includes up to six audio/video sources, that matches the MZC-66 default
project included in the EZ-Tools download. This Quick Start Guide can also be used for getting more sophisti-
cated systems started, but when planning and installing expanded systems with multiple controllers, external
ampliers, multi-room zones or when changing the layout of the keypad buttons, it is highly recommended
that the MZC-66 Hardware Installation Instructions be used for reference and guidance. Additionally, the
Hardware Installation Instructions provide much greater detail in regard to instructions given here. MZC-66
Hardware Installation Instructions are available as a download from www.speakercraft.com.
Once a MZC system has been installed, though capable of some basic functions out of the box such as
ON/OFF, Source Selection and Volume/Mute, configuration of MZC-66 advanced features requires Speaker-
Craft EZ-Tools Programming Software. EZ-Tools and the EZ-Tools MZC Programming Instructions can be down-
loaded from: www.speakercraft.com.
MZC-66
Multi-Zone Audio/Video Amplifier Controller
QUICK START GUIDE

SpeakerCraft MZC-66 Specifications

Audio Specifications

rated power per channel	30 Watts, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
power per channel	45 Watts @ 1 kHz
total harmonic distortion	< 0.7 %
frequency response	20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 1.5 dB
channel separation	> 50 dB @ 10 kHz
crosstalk between sources	> 65 dB @ 10 kHz
signal to noise ratio	> 95 dB

Power

power consumption	55 Watts
line ratings	120 VAC, 2.0A
rear panel fuse	T5AL 250V

Weight and Dimensions

width	17 inches (432 mm)
height	5-1/4 inches (133 mm)
depth	14-3/4 inches (375 mm)
weight	23 lbs (10.5 kg)

Summary

MZC-66 Front Panel Features

Zone Status LEDs and Master Power

Details on zone status LEDs, master power switch, and indicator light.

MZC-66 Rear Panel Connections

Contact Closure and Expansion Ports

Description of contact closure, expansion ports, and phone/video page inputs.

Source Loops, IR, Volume, and Speaker Connections

Details on source loops, IR outputs, volume control switches, and speaker terminals.

Power Input and System Interface Terminals

Information on AC mains connection, fuses, EZ-Pad, and pre-out terminals.

MKP-1.1 Keypad Features

MKP-1.1 Button Functionality

Explanation of source/function buttons and programmable keys.

Keypad Connectivity and Configuration

Details on keypad expansion, address switches, and connection terminals.

MZC-66 System Installation and Connections

Head-End Installation and Connections

Guidance on installing the MZC-66 and connecting keypads, sources, and emitters.

Zone Installation and Connections

Instructions for installing keypads and speakers in individual zones.

MZC-66 Specifications

Audio Section Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for audio performance and power.

Control and General Specifications

Details on control interfaces, power consumption, dimensions, and weight.