Russound MDK-C5 Operating manual

MDK-C5
Multiline Display Keypad
Russound User and Installation Manual
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For your safety, please read and follow these precautions
before installing or using this product:
Read instructions. Read and understand all the1.
applicable instructions before installing or operating
the product.
Retain instructions. Keep this manual in a convenient2.
place for reference.
Heed warnings. Be aware and heed all warnings on the3.
product and in the instructions.
Follow instructions. Install and use this product only4.
as described in the instructions. Don’t try to use this
product in ways for which it wasn’t designed.
Use indoors only. Don’t expose this product to the5.
weather or harsh environmental conditions such as
continuous sunlight, excessive humidity, or rain.
Keep product dry. Don’t use the product near water;6.
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool. Also, do not handle the product when your hands
are wet or damp.
Use the right power source. Don’t connect the product7.
directly to electrical line voltage. Use only the power
adapter provided with the product, described in the
operating instructions, or as marked on the product.
Ground product properly. Make sure the product’s8.
means of grounding or polarization is not defeated.
Power cord protection. Power supply cords should be9.
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the appliance.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Keep product clean. From time to time, wipe o the10.
product with a clean soft cloth. Don’t use abrasive
materials, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents
or materials.
Avoid spills and foreign objects. Make sure liquids and11.
objects don’t get into the product enclosure through
any openings.
Get professional service. Have the product serviced12.
only by qualied service personnel when:
The power supply cord/plug has been damaged•
Liquids spilled/objects have fallen into the•
product
The product has been exposed to rain•
The product doesn’t appear to operate normally•
The product is damaged•
13. Don’t attempt to service the product yourself. Doing
so will void the warranty.
If you have any questions, call Russound at 1.800.638.8055
or 603.659.5170.

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Table of Contents
Product Information
Safety...............................................................................................2
Product Overview.......................................................................3
User Information
Keypad Front View......................................................................4
Using the system.........................................................................5
Keypad Installation
Keypad Rear View .......................................................................8
Color Plate Conversion..............................................................9
External IR Connection ...........................................................10
Keypad Installation...................................................................11
Controller / Keypad Connection..........................................12
Specications / Warranty
Technical specications..........................................................13
Warranty.......................................................................................14
TABLE OF CONTENTS / pRODUCT OVERVIEW
Overview
The MDK-C5 keypad is a beautiful wall-mounted interface
for the MCA-C5 controller and future C-series systems. It
features a gray scale screen, menus and navigation buttons
to easily nd and control music sources and to make
changes to system settings and room audio levels. The alarm
and sleep timer add extra functionality.
This double-gang keypad oers responsive hard buttons
to access power on/o, music pause, volume up/down,
and menu shortcuts. The OK button in the center activates
a menu choice and the navigation buttons allow you to
move through menus and lists, as well as provide source
controls. The buttons' LED brightness is adjustable and can
be dimmed at the owner's discretion. It also supports IR
reception for use with a remote control.
The gray scale LCD screen displays real-time information
such as Playlist, Channel, Station, Artist, Song Title, Genre,
and more from the RNET audio sources.
The MDK-C5 is designed to control an MCA-C5 controller
amplier multiroom audio system as well as future C-series
controllers. It controls Russound RNET sources, including the
SMS3 Smart Media Server, iBridge™ Dock, and the ST2 Tuner
with AM/FM and/or satellite radio.
Most controller and source setup functions are performed
through SCS-C5 programming software; however, a few
installation steps are completed through the MDK-C5
menus, including setting time and date, keypad brightness
and contrast, and adjusting room audio properties. The
MDK-C5’s installation screen provides a gateway for online
support for the system when needed.

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KEYpAD FRONT
MDK-C5 Keypad (front)
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Source name - Shows
you what source you are
listening to
Menu - Returns view to main
menu (for current source)
Menu - List of options
to choose from, with
highlighted item selected
Menu Navigation - Navigate through
menus, press (slow) or press and hold
(fast) to move up/down a menu list
OK - Press to select highlighted item
from the menu, or access source list
from Now Playing
Previous - Navigate backwards through
menus or play previous selection
Scroll bar - Shows that more
menu choices are available
through scrolling
Home - Returns view to the
home screen
Status box - Shows
system status messages
Party, Master, Shared
(source), DND, etc.
Title bar - Current menu name
Volume Indicator -
Shows volume level for
the room or if Mute is on
Volume - Adjust the
volume up or down
Play/Pause - Press for Pause,
or press and hold for Play
IR Receiver - Receives IR signals from
remote controls
Power - Turn keypad and
zone o or on. Press and
hold for system all on/o
IR Talk-back LED - Lights red to indicate IR
signal receipt
Forward - Press to forward through
menu or play next selection
LCD Screen - Gray scale graphic screen shows
source and system navigation screens

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Basic Operation
Turn on the zone - Press the power button on the keypad
or press power on the SRC-C5 remote control to turn on the
zone and hear music. The zone will default to the last playing
source before being turned o. Press and hold the power
button (when ON) to turn on all enabled keypads.
Turn o the zone - Press the power button on the keypad
or press the power button on the SRC-C5 remote control to
turn o the keypad and music. Press and hold the power
button (when OFF) to turn o all other keypads.
Volume adjustments - Press the Volume up/down buttons
on the side of the keypad, or press the VOL +/- button on the
SRC-C5 remote control.
Mute Audio - Press the Mute button on the SRC-C5 remote
control.
Main Menu - Sources
From the home screen, select "Sources." A list of available
audio sources appears. Select a source, or press a numbered
"Source" button on the SRC-C5 remote control.
Once selected, choose music from that source. Each source
has its own menu and screens. Main menus list what is
available: channels, genres, playlists, songs, or artists.
Shared - When you see "Shared" on the screen, what
you are listening to is also playing in another room. If you
change the selection (song, channel, playlist) on that source,
the change will also happen in the other "Shared" room.
USINg ThE SYSTEM
Main Menu - Favorites
Favorites - Save a source or a radio station/channel as a
favorite.
Add new - Tune to the music source you want to save as a
favorite. From the Favorites menu, select "Add New." Name
the favorite using the +/- buttons to move through the
alphabet. Press the OK button to save.
Edit name - Choose the favorite to rename and use the
+/- buttons to scroll through the alphabet and the forward
button to move to the next character.
Delete favorite - Choose the favorite to be deleted, press
the OK button to delete.
AM/FM 4:30 PM
Now Playing
Home
Shared
Favorites
Sleep Timer
Alarm
Sources

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USINg ThE SYSTEM
Main Menu - Alarm
Set the keypad as an alarm clock and wake up to music.
From the home screen menu, scroll to and select "Alarm" for
the following options:
Alarm on/o - Activates alarm on or o. If an alarm is set
a clock icon will appear on the keypad display.
Wake time - Set the time for the alarm to go o.
Wake to - Choose the music source.
Choose days - Set the alarm to go o on weekdays, all
days or just once.
Set snooze - Choose the interval (5 to 30 minutes) before
the alarm goes o again.
Alarm level - Set the volume of the alarm.
Main Menu - Sleep Timer
You can set the timer so the zone turns o in one of the
following increments: 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes.
AM/FM 7:30 PM
Alarm
Home
Shared
Party Mode
Settings
Sleep Timer
Do Not Disturb
DND
AM/FM 9: 30 PM
Wake Time
Alarm
Alarm On/Off
Wake To
Choose Days
Set Snooze
7:30 AM
Alarm
Once
AM/FM 9:30 PM
Sleep Timer
After 15 minutes
Cancel
After 30 minutes
After 45 minutes
After 60 minutes
Main Menu - Set Party Mode or DND
Party and Master - The keypad that shows Master has
started a "party" and keypads that show Party are
"attending." All rooms are listening to the same music,
and only the Master can change the music. Volume
control remains independent.
DND - Stands for Do Not Disturb. Someone in another
room has chosen a source and locked out anyone else
from changing it. That room also won’t be disturbed by
paging or a doorbell chime.
How to:
Turn o active alarm - Press the power button on the
keypad or SRC-C5 remote.
Snooze - Press the play/pause button on the keypad or
the pause button on the SRC-C5 remote control.

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Main Menu - Settings
Audio
Adjust Settings - From the home screen, scroll to and
select "settings," and choose "audio settings." You’ll see
items to adjust, such as bass, treble and balance. Each
selection has its own screen and shows levels for real-
time adjustments.
Display
Adjust Settings - Set the contrast and brightness for the
keypad display. Use the buttons to move the cursor to
the desired level.
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AM/FM 10:25 AM
12 : 45 PM
Set Time
use + & - for Numbers
use | & | for Cursor
press OK to Save
Clock
Set Time - From the Clock menu, select "Set Time." Press
the +/- buttons to move through numbers. Press the |<
or >| buttons to move the cursor and press OK to save.
Set Date - From the Clock menu, select "Set Date." The
date format is month/day/year. Press the +/- buttons
to move through numbers. Press the |< or >| buttons to
move the cursor, and press OK to save.
Clock Format - From the home menu, select "Settings,"
then "Clock." Choose "Clock Format," and select 12
hour (AM/PM) or 24 hour (1200) format.
Installer Options
IR Enable/Disable - The default is Enabled. If an external
IR receiver is used, the keypad IR receiver should be
disabled. From the main menu, select "Settings," then
"Installation", then IR Enable/Disable. Select "disable"
and exit back to the menu.
Diagnostics - Options are provided for Display and
Button tests. Selecting the Firmware option displays
the keypad's rmware version.
AM/FM 10:45 AM
Treble
Audio Set
Bass
Balance
Loudness
Turn On Volume
+3
0
0C
On
15
AM/FM 4:30 PM
Display
6
Contrast Brightness
15
use + & - to Adjust

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KEYpAD REAR
Controller - RJ-45 CAT-5e
connection to controller
keypad input
OS Update Jumper - Selects
"Run" or "Program" mode
Foam Spacers - Remove spacers
for better t in retrot box or
P-ring installations
External IR Connection
Four pole detachable
screw down connection for
optional external IR receiver
Programming Port - Insert cable here for
rmware updates. Requires Advanced
Programming Cable P/N 2500-521065.
MDK-C5 Keypad (rear)
Cover - Remove to expose
Update port and jumper

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KEYpAD COLOR pLATE CONVERSION
MDK-C5 Color Plate Conversion
You will need both small straight and Phillips head
screwdrivers to change the color plates on the keypad. The
Bezel Molding and the Trim Plate will be switched for the
new color plates.
If installed, remove the MDK-C5 keypad from the1.
wall. Gently pull the Trim Plate o the mounting
plate. Unscrew the unit from the electrical box, and
disconnect the cable.
Unscrew the plastic Frame Plate. Keep the Frame Plate2.
and screws for reattachment later.
Remove the Display Lens from the Bezel Molding by3.
providing inward pressure to the two locking tabs
while simultaneously pushing it away from the Bezel
Molding.
Once the Display Lens is removed, put aside for4.
reattachment later. Be careful to not damage the
display.
Remove the Bezel Molding by gently pressing in each5.
of the 4 locking tabs (2 per side) while pushing it away
from the metal frame.
Reverse the order for installation, taking the following6.
precautions:
a. Make sure the button key mat is positioned properly
on the front circuit board and without dust or debris
on the button contact points prior to attaching the
Bezel Molding.
b. Make sure that there isn’t any debris or ngerprints
on either the display or back of the Display Lens prior
to reattachment.
c. Use a clean, dry, lint-free soft cloth to gently wipe
the display or back of the Display Lens to clean if
necessary. Never use cleaning agents as this can cause
streaking or permanent damage to either part.
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Trim Plate
Screws
Frame Plate
Display Lens
Bezel Molding
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ExTERNAL IR CONNECTION
External IR Connection to MDK-C5 Keypad
The MDK-C5 keypad has an External IR Receiver In terminal
for connecting an external IR Receiver such as the Russound
858, SaphIR 862 Eye, or SaphIR 860 Phantom.
Use 2 twisted pair wire with one pair connecting GND
(GROUND) and IR (SIGNAL) and the other pair connecting ST
(STATUS) and V+ (+12VDC). Do not connect the shield to the
IR receiver terminals.
If utilizing an external IR receiver, then you must disable
the IR receiver in the keypad. This is disabled in the installer
options menu on the keypad. See screen at right.
Russound 858
IR Receiver (back)
Shield wired to GND
on keypad only
Do NOT
Connect
Shield
2 Twisted
Pair Cable
Connection of External IR to Keypad
AM/FM 11:30 AM
Front IR
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KEYpAD INSTALLATION
Keypad Installation
For best viewing and usage, the MDK-C5 should be
mounted at thermostat height, or about 58"-60" (1.5m) from
the oor.
To install a double-gang keypad, you will need a UL/CSA
approved plastic 32ci double-gang wall box. Attach the box
to the wall with appropriate fasteners.
For installations employing a retrot box or P-ring, the two
foam spacers on the rear of the keypad’s metal back plate
can be removed for a better t.
Route CAT-5e wire to the wall box from the controller. There
should be not more than 250 feet of CAT-5e cable between
the keypad and the controller.
Terminate the CAT-5e cable with an RJ-45 connector, using
the T568A wiring standard. Insert the RJ-45 connector into
the jack marked “Controller” on the back of the keypad.
Mount the keypad in the wall box and attach the cover
plate. Repeat the steps until all keypads are installed.
/ / /
/
Double-gang wall box MDK-C5 keypad Cover plate
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CAUTION
Mounting screws must be hand-
tightened. Over-tightening the
mounting screws can cause the
buttons to jam and malfunction.

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MDK-C5
MCA-C5 Controller
CAT-5e Cables
MDK-C5
Controller / Keypad Connection
The MDK-C5 keypad is designed for use with the C-Series
controllers, and connects to a keypad port near the top
left on the rear of the controller. These RJ-45 ports support
MDK-C5 keypads (and up to two UNO-TS2 touchscreens per
controller).
The eight keypad ports correspond to the eight zones
supported by the MCA-C5. When a connected keypad is
powered on, the zone becomes active and the corresponding
zone LED lights up on the front of the MCA-C5 controller.
Connections are made using CAT-5e with RJ-45 connectors
using T568A wire conguration. For a clean installation
when wiring from a keypad port use a CAT-5e patch cable
to connect from the keypad port to a RJ-45 wall plate
(optional). Using the same T568A RJ-45 wiring conguration,
use CAT-5e from the wall plate to the keypad. Maximum
CAT-5e cable length is 250 feet between the controller and
the keypad. The OS Update jumper should be in the RUN
position on the lower two pins.
Keypad connection to the MCA-C5
CONTROLLER / KEYpAD CONNECTION
If more keypads are desired for a zone, use an optional
SA-ZX3 keypad splitter with a Russound 1201A (12VDC1A)
power supply at the controller end. All keypads on an
SA-ZX3 control the same zone. More detailed information
regarding SA-ZX3 installation and operation can be found in
its installation manual.

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TEChNICAL SpECIFICATIONS
MDK-C5 Keypad
Power requirements: 275mA @ 12VDC MAX
CAT-5e connection: RJ-45 (T568A standard)
Display: 70 mm W x 35 mm H
high resolution LCD
Controls: Eleven backlit hard buttons
Wall surface dimensions: 4.5"W x 4.5"H
(11.43 x 11.43 cm)
Inside box dimensions: 3.5"W x 1.5"D x 2.75"H
(8.9 x 3.8 x 6.9 cm)
Weight: 1 lbs. (0.45 kg)

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The Russound MDK-C5 Multiline Display Keypad is fully
guaranteed against all defects in materials and workmanship
for two (2) years from the date of purchase. During this
period, Russound will replace any defective parts and
correct any defect in workmanship without charge for either
parts or labor.
For this warranty to apply, the unit must be installed
and used according to its written instructions. If service is
necessary, it must be performed by Russound. The unit must
be returned to Russound at the owner’s expense and with
prior written permission. Accidental damage and shipping
damage are not considered defects, nor is damage resulting
from abuse or from servicing by an agency or person not
specically authorized in writing by Russound.
This Warranty does not cover:
Damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, negligence,•
or improper installation or operation
Power surges and lightning strikes•
Normal wear and maintenance•
Products that have been altered or modied•
Any product whose identifying number, decal, serial•
number, etc. has been altered, defaced or removed.
Russound sells products only through authorized Dealers
and Distributors to ensure that customers obtain proper
support and service. Any Russound product purchased from
an unauthorized dealer or other source, including retailers,
mail order sellers and online sellers will not be honored or
serviced under existing Russound warranty policy. Any sale
of products by an unauthorized source or other manner
not authorized by Russound shall void the warranty on the
applicable product.
Damage to or destruction of components due to
application of excessive power voids the warranty on those
parts. In these cases, repairs will be made on the basis of the
retail value of the parts and labor. To return for repairs, the
unit must be shipped to Russound at the owner’s expense,
along with a note explaining the nature of service required.
Be sure to pack the unit in a corrugated container with at
least three (3) inches of resilient material to protect the unit
from damage in transit.
Before returning a unit for repair, call Russound at
[phone] for a Return Authorization number. Write this
number on the shipping label and ship to:
Russound
ATTN: Service
5 Forbes Road
Newmarket, NH 03857
Due to continual eorts to improve product quality as new
technology and techniques become available, Russound/
FMP, Inc. reserves the right to revise system specications
without notice.
WARRANTY

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MDK-C5
Multiline Display Keypad
Russound User and Installation Manual
Russound, Inc.
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tel603.659.5170•fax603.659.5388
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Specications are subject to change without notice.
Russound is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions.