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MODE 3.1 Installation Instructions

1. 5 CAT5 MODE ADAPTER 5 Stereo Mini to RCA To MZC Source In MODE BASE 6 4 CAT5 MODE ADAPTER 6 Stereo Mini to RCA To MZC Source In Line Out iPod Base SpeakerCraft Port PS 3 0 24VDC Adaptor Power Supply Interconnect One Powers all Adapters Figure 12 Multiple MODE Adapter Base Connections MODE ADAPTER Stacked 7 Stack the Adapters and confirm connection of the 12 pin interconnects as described in section Installation Using a CAT5 patch cable with a pass through configuration connect the Expansion Port on one of the MODE Adapters to the Expansion Port on a MZC 66 88 Ihe 12 pin interconnects create a bus for power control and metadata to the additional units Using the included Stereo mini to RCA interconnect cables connect the 3 5mm Line Out Jack on each Adapter to the appropriate Source Input on the MZC 66 88 Using a CAT5 patch cable with a pass through configuration connect the iPod Base Port on each MODE Adapter to the Adapter Port on its specifically matched MODE Base Repeat until all Adapters and Bases are connected If CAT5 cable was pulled during pre wire and terminated with a wall plate in the remote zone connect the cable to the iPod Base Port on the MODE Adapter Connect the RJ45 jack on the wall plate to the Adapter Port on the MODE Base using a CAT5 patch cable with a pass through conf
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3. P Y 33 KEYPAD RE X 34 35 LIMITED Z YEAR MEI bU SN VE DN E benne nee 36 MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 4 INTRODUCTION MODE is the Music On Demand Experience The SpeakerCraft MODE 3 1 Keypad creates the ultimate media control experi ence by providing real time system status menu driven control options and source metadata with its 3 1 vertically mounted high resolution color LCD Menu options include system source selection MZC Internal Tuner Presets with frequency iPod menus and metadata as well as a variety of Keypad Setup options The real beauty of the MODE 3 1 is that it is so easy to operate A Scroll Wheel and Select Button allow navigation through and selection of the displayed menu options Once a source has been selected 8 back lit programmable hard keys provide source control and on screen menu navigation for sources such as DVD players media servers satellite receivers cable boxes etc These buttons have all of the programmability expected of a SpeakerCraft Keypad with each button being able to initiate single IR commands RS232 commands SpeakerCraft MZC Internal commands and macros in each
4. E Z ZONE 3 Dining Room rties Test Tier Tier Tier Qo Command H Z ZONE 4 Living Room EZ Pad H Z ZONES Master Bedroom EZ Pad Ej Z ZONE 6 Bedroom 1 i EZ Pad 5 2 ZONE 7 Kitchen Ez Pad 5 2 ZONE 8 Kitchen EZ Pad E EVENTS SETUP Expansion Devices Model Brand Component Figure 1 6 Opening an Existing Project 5 Left click the pull down arrow the source that is to change to iPod For the example Source 5 will be used The MZC Source List will open Highlight and left click iPod Source 5 will change to iPod The Source Assignments Tab will also change now featuring additional options for Source 5 Refer to Figure 17 6 In the Description block Type in a name for the iPod such as NANO 30G VIDEO etc n the Address block if the iPod being added to Source 5 is the only iPod being added using MODE Base and Adapter leave the Address set to 0 If adding additional iPods Bases and Adapters set each to a different Address MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 23 E Under Sub Source Input if no additional source is going to be added use the default setting None If adding an additional source left click the pulldown arrow and select Base Aux In or Adapter Aux In Base Aux In allows ste reo audio to be connected from a source at the Base location That is if the Base is in a remote zone a device such as a Video Gam
5. to existing MZC Systems If configuring a new system start with the Programming With EZ Tools section of the MZC Installation Instructions for system configu ration source setup power management etc Use this manual for configuration and programming zones using MODE 3 1 keypads If adding iPod s MODE Base s and MODE Adapter s be sure to have followed all instructions in the previous sections for incorporating those components updating the Source Setup and Zone Setup for proper system configuration and perfor mance If only adding MODE 3 15 or upgrading EZ Pads to MODE 3 1 Keypads be sure to have followed all instructions for connections and installation in the previous sections When adding a MODE 3 1 Keypad to an existing project EZ Tools does some of the work automatically in identifying sources and placing them in the MODE Main Menu This helps assure that proper control commands will be associated with the right source To add a MODE 3 1 Keypad Open Project 1 If not already open Open the MZC Project to be modified 2 Under the Project Content Tab confirm the source configuration for the system under Source Setup If the source configuration is correct proceed to step 3 If not return to section Adding An iPod Mode Base And Mode Adapter To An Existing Project and follow all instructions Zone Setup Library Button Bucket Zone 2 Setup 3 Under Project Content Zone Setup lef
6. Audio Level Commands The list of all MZC audio commands will open 4 Scroll down the list to find the Zone 2 Commands Double left click Zone 2 Volume Up The Zone 2 Volume Up Command will appear in the Button Properties Window Right click the Volume Up Arrow In the pop up highlight and left click Punch Keys Commands to make the volume up command available to all sources 5 Next left click the Volume Knob Down Arrow Double left click Zone 2 Volume Down in the CMD MZC Cmds List The Zone 2 Volume Down Command will appear in the Button Properties Window Right click the Volume Down Arrow In the pop up highlight and left click Punch Keys Commands to make the volume up command available to all sources Mute 6 Nextis the Mute Button The Volume Knob can be pushed in to execute a programmed command or macro It is recommended that the Knob press function be used for Zone Mute For this ex ample MZC pre amp zone mute will be used Right click the inside section of the Volume Knob In the pop up highlight and left click the Mute Preamp Key as shown in Figure 26 This will configure the key for Zone and Whole House Mute and punch the commands to all banks The key will highlight green to indicate special whole house functionality When this button is pressed for less than 2 seconds the zone will mute When it is pressed again for less than 2 seconds it will un n Library Button Bucket Project Conten
7. Under Mute Key Functionality Internal Pre Men s o amp Muting should be checked to use the MZC zone i preamp muting function EZ Pad Relay Speaker Mut 8 ezesd Fr H Z ZONE 4 Living Room ing should be checked when using EPR 1 0 EZ Pad Relay B ez Pad a EZ ZONES Master Bedroom Muting Module for muting individual rooms in sub zone ti Figure 21 expansion applications multiple rooms in a single zone Teneo whole Haus MUI When Zone Whole House Mute functions are set left click Apply Refer to Figure 2 1 Library f Button Bucket Zone 2 MODE3 1 Project Content n MZC 88 Cmds El S SOURCE SETUP TI Mf MI II HT Any keypad whether an EZ Pad or MODE 3 1 must have S 1 TUNER 1 MZC 88 Tuner 1 its Address configured in EZ Tools If there is only one key vier pad per zone all keypads can be set to the same Adaress eR sauter Any time there is more than one keypad in a zone each S 5a CABLE of the keypads within that zone must be set to a different 24 ib nun Adaress Right click the EZ Pad or MODE 3 1 icon in a par tes Fronit Door 6 2 ticular zone Left click the EZ Pad or MODE 3 1 Setup 5 2 ZONE 1 Kitchen pop up Left click the desired box to set keypad Address z ages For the example O Left click Apply The Keypad Address id ep will appear next to the Keypad Icon in Zone S
8. Icon in the Button Properties W in dow If adding a delay to an existing macro it will appear at the bottom of the Command List in the Button Proper ties Window Left click and drag the delay to the desired location between commands A red line will appear between commands to act as a guide as to where the delay will be placed To adjust the duration of the delay double left click the delay in the Command List The Delay Properties Window will appear Either type in the duration from 0 1 to 20 0 seconds or use the arrow up down buttons to set Left click OK to enter 15 Repeat the previous steps to program the MODE 3 1 for all other sources using the appropriate Brand Device com mands for each source from the CMD Library For commands not found in the Library refer to MZC Installation Instruc tions sections Learning IR Commands and RS232 Commands MZC 88 MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 31 OPERATING THE MODE 3 1 The following describes basic source zone and system control in a typical MODE 3 1 MZC installation Functions may vary given the programming options for the Hard keys and Virtual Buttons POWER ON OFF 1 Roll the Scroll Wheel to highlight a Source on the LCD If the Keypad is in Standby SOURCE NOT SELECTED rolling the Scroll Wheel or pressing any button will wake up the Keypad TU TUNER 1 U 2 Press the Click Button to select the Source The Zone will turn ON The Source se le
9. Speaker Wiring L Zone Speaker R Zone Speaker gt 60006 49 6666 7 EZ Pad Zone 4 Remote Room Figure 6 Typical System MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 11 WIRING Pre wire The MODE 3 1 Keypad requires connection to a SpeakerCraft MZC 66 or 88 to operate All system wiring considerations for an MZC system should be followed as described in the MZC 66 and 88 Installation Instructions The information below will only detail those parts of an MZC System that pertain to the wiring requirements for connecting a MODE 3 1 Keypad MODE Adapter and MODE Base NOTE The following wires should be installed during system pre wire Other connections will be made at the time of instal lation and are described in section Connections MODE 3 1 KEYPAD Control CATS5 Pull home runs of CAT5 from each MODE 3 1 to the system head end MAXIMUM LENGTH 500 NOTE All eight conductors of the CAT5 must be connected for proper signal strength on 500 of cable Speaker Relay Mute STANDARD WIRE Pull two conductor 24AWG or heavier stranded non shielded wire from any MODE 3 1 location to where a SpeakerCraft EPR 1 0 Speaker Relay Muting Module will be installed MAXIMUM LENGTH 1000 MODE ADAPTER Expansion Port CATS5 Pull CAT5 from the MZC to where the MODE Adapter s will be installed For installations where the Adapter will be at the system h
10. Stores Be sure to have a rail section long enough for the number of Adapters being mounted A single Adapter can be mounted on a rail as short as 3 inches A stack of six Adapters would require a rail approximately 10 12 inches long 1 Hold DIN Rail in mounting position with the U channel facing away from the wall to mount the rail over wall studs for added security 2 Carefully at slow speed drill starter holes for mounting screws 3 Using minimum 1 screws secure DIN Rail to wall surface 4 Slide the Adapter onto the DIN Rail with the DIN Rail Clips on the Adapter holding the unit to the rail If mounting mul tiple Adapters to the DIN Rail it is recommended that the Adapters be slid on to the rail individually ItS easier to slide the units onto the rail one at a time 5 Carefully press the Adapters together to secure the 1 2 pin interconnects Secure the Locking Pin s 4 If using multiple Adapters printing a small adhesive label identifying the source and sticking it on each Adapter is sug gested to assist in making connections and troubleshooting MODE BASE If connecting iPod s as permanent sources the MODE Base s can be installed at the head end with the rest of the system components The Base does not require any special installation but the Base is magnetically charged so when multiple Bases are being installed they will stick to each other to help create a more solid footing and will be less likel
11. appropriate commands for the Virtual Buttons being programmed Repeat for all sources 19 Download the project to the MZC and test all functions Make changes as needed using the previous steps For more in depth description of MODE programming see the following sections ADDING AN IPOD MODE BASE AND MODE ADAPTER TO AN EXISTING PROJECT With EZ Tools running open the project that the MODE is going to be added to Open Project In the Menu Bar select File 2 In the pulldown highlight and left click Open 3 In the Open Window highlight and left click the proj ect to be modified The project will open to the default screen as shown in Figure 16 Source Setup 4 If adding iPod s using MODE Base s and MODE Adapter s with the Project Content Tab selected left click Source Setup The MZC 88 Setup Window will appear 7 E Tools MODE 3 1 etp File Edit Project MZC 88 Tools View Help MzC 38 gt Ba BB Library Button Bucket Project Content MZC 88 Cmds DOWN LOAD Q5 ICONS ICONS 367 M2C 88 Standalone ES SOURCE SETUP S 1 TUNER 1 MZC 88 Tuner 1 S 2 TUNER 2 MZC 88 Tuner 2 S 3 DYD Toshiba S 4 CD Pioneer S 5 CABLE General Instruments S 6 SAT Dish S 7 VIDEO TiVo S 8 CAMERA Front Door EZ ZONE SETUP Z ZONE 1 Kitchen EZ Pad H Z ZONE 2 Family Room
12. bottom of an iPod Care fully push the iPod down on this connector to send power and control to the iPod and have the iPod send digital audio and metadata to the system 9 MZC SOURCE INDICATOR This blue LED displays the MZC Source Input for the MODE Base being used An iPod can be moved from room to room and will identify to the system which room it is in The Base will be dedicated to a specific MZC Source Input The Source Indicator is configured by pressing the Source ID Button on the bottom of the Base to match the MZC Source Input MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 9 10 SOURCE ID SWITCH Carefully press with a pencil or other non conductive probe to set the MODE Base to match the MZC Source Input to which it will be connect ed Source ID is displayed on the MODE Base LED 11 ADDRESS SWITCH A unique hex address must be set for each MODE Base within a given system The switch provides up to 16 addresses 0 to F IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING ESD Electrostatic Discharge The MODE Base can be susceptible to ESD Under certain conditions when reaching for and just prior to touching the Base or the iPod connected to it certain levels of ESD can cause the MODE Base to temporarily loose its communication link with the MZC Typically no action is required by the user to restore communication and normal operation This notice pertains only to the MODE Base Please refer to iPod documentation or contact Apple for additional
13. counter clockwise to turn volume down Ihe blue LEDs surrounding the knob will provide a visual reference to the volume setting MUTE Local Room or Zone A local room or zone can be muted un muted by pressing the Volume Knob for less than 2 seconds 1 Push the Volume Knob to mute the zone preamp or local speakers controlled with Speaker Relay Mutes A red MUTE will appear at the top of the LCD 2 Push the Volume Knob to un mute the zone preamp or local speakers The red MUTE at the top of the LCD will turn off MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions 32 Party Mode Pressing the Volume Knob for longer than 2 seconds will mute un mute the entire system all zones speaker relay mutes unless This Zone Ignores Other Zone Initiations is selected under Zone Setup Whole House Mute in EZ Tools for a given zone If selected that zone will ignore the Whole House Mute Commands l Press and Hold the Volume Knob for longer than 2 seconds to mute all zone pre amps and speakers controlled with Speaker Relay Mutes A red MUTE will appear at the top of the LCDs of all MODE 3 1s in the system and the selected Source Button will blink about once per second in zones controlled with EZ Pads 2 Press and Hold the Volume Knob for longer than 2 seconds to un mute all zone preamps and speakers controlled with Speaker Relay Mutes The red MUTE will turn off at the top of the LCDs of all MODE 3 1s in the system and the selected Source Button
14. left click Copy All Source Bank Commands in the pop up Left click the EZ Pad icon in any other zone with an identical EZ Pad setup to Zone Right click the iPod Source Button Highlight and left click Paste Source Bank Commands to duplicate the EZ Pad programming for iPod to the selected zone Repeat for all Zones with identical EZ Pad configuration Zones with different EZ Pad configurations will need to be programmed individually Download and Test 19 At this point it is suggested that the project be downloaded to the MZC to confirm the changes to the EZ Pads and communication with the iPod Base Adapter With the PC running EZ Tools connected to the MZC with a SpeakerCraft 3 5mm Plug Transfer Cable or Transfer Cable with USB Serial Adapter either select MZC 66 88 from the Menu Bar then highlight and left click Download or left click the Download Icon in the Tool Bar to transfer the updated project to the MZC 20 When Download is complete check EZ Pads for proper iPod control Make programming changes as needed by repeat Ing previous steps 21 this point existing system functionality for EZ Pads is updated and complete and MODE 3 1 programming begins MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 25 ADDING A MODE 3 1 KEYPAD TO AN EXISTING MZC PROJECT The EZ Tools programming instructions provided with the MODE 3 1 are intended to provide direction for adding a MODE 3 1 Keypad multiple MODE 3 1 Keypads MODE Base s and MODE Adapter s
15. left click the Volume Up Command for the Zone being programmed MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 22 13 Right click the Volume Up Arrow and then highlight and left click Punch Keys Commands to make the Volume Up Command available to all sources Left click Yes in the pop up Repeat for Volume down ES To program mute right click the inside section of the Volume Knob In the pop up highlight and left click the Mute Preamp Key This will program Zone and Whole House Mute for all Sources Zone and W hole House Off for all Sources Right click the MODE Power Button In the pop up highlight and left click Zone Power Off Key This will program Io program Hard Keys by Source left click a source in the Source List Left click the CMD Library Tab select a Brand and Device from the pull downs and double left click the appropriate commands for the Hard Keys being pro grammed Repeat for all sources create and program Virtual Buttons left click a source in the Source List Right click inside the Virtual Button List Window Highlight and left click Add Multiple New Menu Items Type the names of the Virtual Buttons to be cre ated in the Enter Item Name block and add them to Item Names by left clicking the gt gt Button When finished left click OK Left click the Virtual Button in the Virtual Button List Left click the CMD Library Tab select a Brand and Device from the pull downs and double left click the
16. not use pre configured 110 plug to RJ45 patch cables wired for T 568A Stan dard They do not have the proper pin out on the RJ45 connector and will cause serious damage to the MODE 3 1 NOTE The pin out must be followed as shown to prevent serious damage to the MODE System MZC 66 or To RJA 1 1 KCM 1 0 Zone Terminal CAT5 to MZC Adaptor ii D t gt 3 NOTE When connecting GND IR IN and 12V connect both of the same color B solid and striped wires MODE 3 1 Punch Down Block MODE 3 1 Punch Down Block 12345678 NOTE When making connections to the MODE 3 1 punch down block ALW AYS pull the wire toward the middle of the 3 1 Pulling the wires NOTE W hen making connections to the MODE 3 1 punch down block ALW AYS pull the wire toward the piis middle of the 3 1 Pulling the wires toward the outside will create difficulty toward the outside will create difficulty when installing the keypad into the Mounting Bracket when installing the keypad into the Mounting Bracket and will probably cause wires to become disconnected and will probably cause wires to become disconnected Figure 13 Figure 14 MODE to MZC Connections MODE to RJA 1 1 Connections MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 19 MODE 3 1 Connections 1 Strip approximately 1 to 1 5 from the outer jacket of the cable being connected to the MODE DO NOT strip the individual c
17. of up to three tiers of functionality Volume is controlled with a back lit control knob that features a series of LEDs that give a visual indication of the volume set ting MODE 3 1 is designed specifically for use with SpeakerCraft MZC Series Multi Zone A V Amplifier Controllers They can be mixed and matched with SpeakerCraft EZ Pad Keypads and run on the same CAT5 or 5 conductor wire used for EZ Pads The MODE 3 1 includes a J box Mounting Bracket that allows installation in most standard 2 gang low voltage new construc tion and some retro fit electrical boxes This design philosophy allows MODE Keypads to be retrofit to upgrade existing MZC Systems when the user is incorporating an iPod or a media server Though parts of this manual cover the SpeakerCraft MODE Adapter and MODE Base for incorporating iPod and additional sources the MODE 3 1 Keypad does not require these components for installation and operation MODE 3 1 can be installed without the MODE Adapter and Base and used purely as an upgrade to EZ Pads in MZC Systems MODE 3 1 is programmed with SpeakerCrafts EZ Tools Programming Software and follows procedures similar to those used with EZ Pad Keypads All MZC System commands IR Library commands and RS232 commands previously saved in EZ Tools can be used to program MODE 3 1 for what it is The Music On Demand Experience WHAT S INCLUDED MODE 3 1 Keypad MODE 3 1 Keypad 1 MODE 3 1 Keypad Mounting Bracket MODE 3 1 Keyp
18. other key by selecting the icon and double clicking commands under the CMD MZC Cmds Tab or CMD Library Tab Programmed commands appear in the Button Properties Window consistent with EZ Tools programming NOTE The Scroll Wheel Click Button and Menu Key are not programmable hey have un removable factory pro grammed functions for scrolling lists and menus on the LCD Scroll Wheel selecting items from those lists and menus Click Button and returning to either the MODE 3 1 Main Menu or selecting iPod Menus depending upon current MODE function When a source other than iPod is selected a press of the Menu Key returns the display to MODE Main Menu When iPod is selected and the iPod is playing a press of the Menu Key returns the display to the previous iPod Main Menu level In any iPod mode a press amp hold of the Menu Button will return the display to MODE Main Menu Virtual Button List Vindow When any source is selected on MODE 3 1 the information in the LCD will change to the Virtual Buttons associated with that source Any menu or list of commands associated with controlling a particular device or the system can be configured for display The Virtual Button List Window is where these menus and lists of commands are created Virtually any command for any device that will be connected to a MZC System can be programmed to a MODE Virtual Button A pop up tool allows creation of the Virtual Buttons by simply typing in the name of the funct
19. plastic box that can be set on a shelf and left free standing it is recommended that it be secured to a shelf wall surface or DIN Rail to assure it will not be accidentally moved in a way that could cause discon nections or damage to the unit Wall Mount The MODE Adapter can be mounted directly to a wall surface using the Wall Mount Screw Holes in the top of the Adapter Chassis The Adapter should be mounted SpeakerCraft label side out Hold Adapter in mounting position 2 Carefully at slow speed drill starter holes for mounting screws 3 Using minimum 1 5 screws secure Adapter to wall surface Do not overtighten to avoid cracking the Adapter case 4 If using multiple Adapters printing a small adhesive label identifying the source number and sticking it on the Adapter is suggested to assist in making connections and troubleshooting Shelf Mount Follow the instructions above for Wall Mount When positioning the Adapter set it on the shelf with the SpeakerCraft label side up and the red connection panel facing out for convenience in making connections If using multiple Adapters printing a small adhesive label identifying the source number and sticking it on the Adapter is suggested to assist in making connec tions and troubleshooting DIN Rail The MODE Adapter can also be mounted to a wall using standard 3 5mm DIN Rail DIN Rail can be found at Custom A V Products Distributors Electrical Distributors and better Hardware
20. the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance 11 Grounding or Polarization Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated 12 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be 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 convenience receptacles and at the point where they exit from the appliance 13 Cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer 14 Power Lines An outdoor antenna should be located away from the power lines 15 Nonuse Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time 16 Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings 17 Damage Requiring Service The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when The power supply cord or the plug has been damage or B Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into the appliance or C The appliance has been exposed to rain or D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or E The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged 18 Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operati
21. to the flex board will disable the LCD With the faceplate fully removed the hard button keycaps cans be changed Carefully pinch the top of the keycap and slowly pull it straight up and off the rubber mem brane as shown in Figure 9 Iry not to pull the mem brane off the green circuit board If the membrane does come loose be sure to replace it to its normal position seated flat on the green circuit board If the membrane is not properly seated the keycaps will not fit properly through the openings in the faceplate and the keypad will not function Using the included alternate set of keycaps make chang eS as With all keycaps in place replace the faceplate in reverse process to step 2 Carefully align the top of the faceplate with the keypad body as they appear in Figure 8 Slowly press the bottom of the faceplate until the keycaps begin to push through their openings Visually inspect the keycaps to confirm that they are properly centered in the faceplate openings With the keycaps in place press the bottom corners of the faceplate until it snaps into place Press all buttons to confirm free play Figure 7 Faceplate Release Tabs Figure 8 Removing The Faceplate Figure 9 Changing Keycaps MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 13 INSTALLATION Installation of the MODE components is a simple process that requires only a few steps HEAD END MODE ADAPTER Though the MODE Adapter is a small
22. 1 5 16 D 3 1 High Resolution 16 bit Color LCD 7 back lit configurable programmable 1 fixed Menu Key 110 Style Four Pair Punch Down Terminal 16 Position Rotary Switch 12VDC 17mA to drive EPR 1 0 12 VDC b 3 8 W x 1 1 4 H x 3 D Stereo 3 bmm Mini Jack RJ45 Jack Stereo 3 bmm Mini Jack RJ45 Jack 12 Pin Interconnect System 24 VDC 3 1 4 W x 1 7 16 H x 3 1 470 RJ45 Jack Stereo 3 5mm Mini jack USB Mini B Standard iPod Dock Connector 12 VOC MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions 36 LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY SpeakerCraft Inc warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this SpeakerCraft product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years provided the product was purchased from a SpeakerCraft Authorized Dealer Defective products must be shipped together with proof of purchase prepaid insured to the SpeakerCraft Authorized Dealer from whom they were purchased or to the SpeakerCraft factory at the address listed on this installation instruction manual Freight collect shipments will be refused It is preferable to ship this product in the original shipping container to lessen the chance of transit damage In any case the risk or loss or damage in transit is to be borne by the purchaser If upon examination at the Factory or SpeakerCraft Authorized Dealer it is determined that the unit was defective in materi als or workmanship at any time during this warranty period Spea
23. Con 3 nects to MZC Source Input via the included 10 foot stereo mini plug to RCA interconnect cable When stacking multiple Adapters each Adapter must be connected to a dedicated Source Input on the MZC EXPANSION PORT RJ45 Jack connects to the Expansion Port on the Rear Panel to Rx Tx control and metadata between the MZC 6 2 6 and MODE Adapter Figure 3 MODE Adapter Features AUX INPUT 3 5mm mini jack provides a stereo line level input for an additional source This could be anything from a cable satellite receiver to an XM or Sirius Tuner or a DVD player allowing up to 12 Sources on an MZC 66 or 14 Sources on an MZC 88 including on board tuners Switching to and controlling the sources connected to this input must be configured during setup in EZ Tools Only MODE Keypads have access and control of the devices connected to the Aux Inputs EZ Pads do not have access to or control of these devices 12 PIN INTERCONNECT SOCKET 12 pin socket connects to the 12 Pin Interconnect on the top of a stacked Adapter This connection creates a power metadata and control bus that allows stacking multiple MODE Adapters LOCKING PIN Metal post on the Adapter bottom fits into the Locking Pin Slot when stacking Adapters Use a medium size flat head screwdriver to turn the post and lock the stacked Adapters together iPOD BASE RJ45 TERMINAL RJ45 jack connects to the Adapter Port on MODE Base via CAT5 This connection pro vides power an
24. ES SOURCE SETUP 01 1 TUNER 1 MZC 88 Tuner 1 0S 2 TUNER 2 MZC 88 Tuner 2 6 3 DVD Toshiba LS 4 CD Pioneer S 5 IPOD 306 S 5a CABLE _ 09S 6 5AT Dish O i 09S 7 VIDEO Tivo S 8 CAMERA Front Door EZ ZONE SETUP BeZ ZONE 1 Kitchen Ez Pad i 6 2 ZONE 3 Dining Room Button Properties Ez Pad L 4 4 cor Test ter Tier Tier 2 ZONE 4 Living Room Ez Pad Info _ 6 2 ZONES Master Bedroom L 4 Ez Pad 8 2 ZONE6 Bedroom1 2 EZ ZONE Guest Room 2 6 2 ZONES Patio Ez Pad E EVENTS SETUP C Expansion Devices Figure 24 Virtual MODE 3 1 Virtual MODE 3 1 Window When an unprogrammed MODE 3 1 appears on screen EZ Tools has already loaded the MZC Source icons to assist in keypad programming By doing so EZ Tools reduces the possibility of accidental omission of sources or associating sources with the wrong input The Virtual MODE Window displays the Zone Number and Keypad Address for reference The Source Icons in the Source List have the same programming and performance capabilities as Source Keys on EZ Pads The difference being EZ Pad Source Keys are hard buttons that are pressed the MODE Source Keys are Virtual Buttons on the MODE LCD that are selected with the Scroll Wheel and Click Button The Source Icons are programmed the same as any
25. MODE 3 1 3 01919402O9 5 REV 1 MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol when in an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of in insulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance D APPLICABLE FOR USA CANADA OR WHERE APPROVED FOR USAGE CAUTION PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE PLUG TO WIDE SLOT INSERT FULLY ATTENTION POUR EVITIER LES CHOCS ELECTRIOUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND Read all of these instructions before operating and save instructions for later use Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future refer
26. Roll the Scroll Wheel to highlight an iPod 2 Press the Click Button to select the highlighted iPod The selected iPod will appear at the top of the LCD and the iPod Main Menu will open in the LCD Refer to Figure 34 AUDIO SUBTITLE ZOOM DISPLAY ANGLE Figure 32 DVD Virtual Buttons TUNER 1 106 7 MHz P1 91 5 MHz P2 92 3 MHz P3 93 1 MHz P4 93 9 MHz P5 95 5 MHz P6 106 7 MHz x Figure 33 MZC Tuner Virtual Buttons Artists Albums Genres Songs Composers Figure 34 iPod Main Menu MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions 33 3 Roll the Scroll Wheel to highlight an iPod Menu Option Playlists Artists Al bums etc 4 Press the Click Button to select the Menu Option highlighted in step 2 The selected menu will appear at the top of the LCD The Red 5 Repeat steps 3 4 until the Now Playing Screen appears Refer to Figure 35 Chevelle 5 Press the Hard Keys for basic iPod functions such as Play Pause and Track Skip Fwd Wonder Whats Next Rev if programmed 5 Press the Menu Button to return to the previous iPod Menu level 6 Press and Hold the Menu Button for longer than 1 second to return to the MODE Figure 35 Main Menu iPod Now Playing Screen ZONE SETTINGS Treble and Bass From the MODE Main Menu l Roll the Scroll Wheel and highlight Zone Settings 2 Press the Click Button The Zone Settings Menu will appear 3 Roll the Scroll Wheel to highlight Tr
27. Select Brand Component Model TUNER 2 73 SETUP 2 Double click or Press Enter DVD D to place command 74 AUDIO Brands CD M 75 ZOOM TOSHIBA IPOD 76 ANGLE C CABLE SAT e DvD VIDEO Code Set 1 CAMERA an 100 10 CABLE c 10 c V TRACK 1 2 2 TRACK 2 3 TRACK 3 S A TRACK 4 d P TRACK 5 6 TRACK de 7 7 d S TRACK 8 de STRACK 9 c amp AUDIO LANGUAGE 5 CHAPTER SKIP DOWN Button Properties Test Tier Tier e D 2 3 Figure 30 Placing IR Commands On Virtual Buttons 2 Left click the Virtual Button to be programmed Double left click the IR or RS232 command in the CMD Library A red asterisk will appear next to the function in the Virtual Button List to indicate an associated command or macro The command will appear in the Button Properties Window Refer to Figure 30 Repeat for all Virtual Buttons Macros 13 Virtual Buttons can be programmed to execute macros using standard EZ Tools programming method Left click the Virtual Button to be configured as a macro Double left click a command from the CMD Library It will appear in the Button Properties Window Navigate the CMD Library to find the next command to be added to the macro Double left click the command Repeat until all commands for the macro have been programmed Delays 14 Delays can be added between commands in a macro by left clicking the Clock
28. acing the Zone Whole House Power Command mute When the Mute Key is pressed for longer than 2 seconds this initiates whole house muting all zones mute When pressed again for longer than 2 seconds all zones are unmuted Power 7 Right click the MODE Power Button In the pop up highlight and left click Zone Power Off Key as shown in Figure 27 This will configure the key for Zone and Whole House Off and punch the commands to all banks The key will highlight green to indicate special whole house functionality When the Power Key is pressed for less than 2 seconds the local zone will turn off and typically the common sources will stay on until the last zone is turned off Additionally when the Power Key is pressed for longer than 2 seconds this initiates whole house power off all zones will turn off and this action will typically also turn off the common sources MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 29 PROGRAMMING SOURCE CONTROL The MODE 3 1 can be programmed to control any of the sources connected to a MZC 66 88 System by using either the Hard Keys or Virtual Buttons Programming is consistent with standard EZ Tools procedures Hard Key programming should be for the most commonly used commands Play Skip Channel Up Down etc Virtual Buttons can be programmed con trol of any source function for which an IR or RS232 command is available in the Command Library For example if program ming control of a DVD player th
29. ad Bezel Bag of Replacement Buttons Wire Retainer Quick Reference Guide MODE Adapter MODE Adapter Stereo mini to RCA interconnect cable Quick Reference Guide MODE Base MODE Base iPod inserts Quick Reference Guide ACCESSORIES AND EXTRAS not included PS 3 0 24V DC Power Supply for MODE Adapter One PS 3 0 can power up to 6 stacked MODE Adapters WHAT YOU WILL NEED Punch Down Tool Screw Driver Wire Cutters MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 5 MODE 3 1 FEATURES 1 2 3 FRONT PANEL 1 3 1 HIGH RESOLUTION COLOR LCD High Resolu tion color LCD displays Virtual Buttons for Source Selec tion menu navigation control metadata from iPods MODE Jukebox MZC Tuner Presets and MODE Setup Menu 2 VOLUME CONTROL KNOB Volume control knob ad justs volume when turned mutes the local zone speakers when pushed and executes a keypad reset when pressed and held for 5 seconds The knob can be programmed for any function but should typically be programmed for volume and mute 3 VOLUME LEVEL LEDs 8 blue LEDs to provide visual 87 65 4 confirmation of volume setting Figure 1 MODE 3 1 Front Panel Features 4 CONFIGURABLE HARD KEYS 7 back lit programmable and configurable hard keys allow control of common source components These keys are programmed using SpeakerCrafts EZ Tools Programming Software and can be configured to send single IR commands IR mac
30. aging the keypad the wires or the wall BEZEL Installation With the keypad in place carefully align the Bezel Tabs with the Bezel Tab Clips on the Mounting Bracket Apply even pressure around the bezel to slide it into place The bezel is made of a plyable material that will form fit to the wall surface for a clean finish Removal Take care when removing the bezel to not scratch custom wall surfaces or tear wall paper Use a very small thin tool or fin gernails to carefully pull the sides of the bezel away from the wall surface MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 16 CONNECTIONS HEAD END CAT5 To MZC Expansion Port CAT5 Stereo Mini to RCA To MZC Source In Adapter Port Line Out iPod Base Port 4 SpeakerCraft PS 3 0 24VDC Power Supply Figure 1 Single MODE Adapter Base Connections MODE ADAPTER Single 1 Using a CAT5 patch cable with a pass through configuration connect the Expansion Port on the MODE Adapter to the Expansion Port on a MZC 66 88 2 Using the included Stereo mini to RCA interconnect cable connect the 3 5mm Line Out Jack on the MODE Adapter to the appropriate Source Input on the MZC 66 88 3 Using a CAT5 patch cable with a pass through configuration connect the iPod Base Port on the MODE Adapter to the Adapter Port on the MODE Base If CAT5 cable was pulled during pre wire and terminated with a wall plate in the remote zone connect the cable t
31. all be repair or replacement as provided above In no event will SpeakerCraft be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product even if SpeakerCraft Inc or a SpeakerCraft Inc Authorized Dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages or for any claim by any other party Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply All implied warranties on the product are limited to the duration of this expressed Warranty Some states do not allow limitation on the length of an implied warranty If the original retail purchaser resides in such a state this limitation does not apply Limited SpeakerCraft offers a variety of accessories to make your installation of this and other SpeakerCraft products easy econom ical and professional Contact your authorized SpeakerCraft Dealer for more information For technical inquires please call 1 800 448 0976 or e mail us at techsupportGspeakercraft com W e are available to assist you every weekday except holidays between the hours of 7 00 a m and 5 00 p m PST MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 37 NOTES 940 Columbia Avenue Riverside CA 92507 800 448 0976 Fax 951 787 8747 SpcakerCraft www speakercraft com
32. an additional source This could be anything from a cable satellite receiver to an XM or Sirius Tuner or a DVD player allowing up to 12 Sources on an MZC 66 or 14 Sources on an MZC 88 including on board tuners This connection will allow the local source audio to be played through the MZC amplifier and zone speakers Switching to and controlling the sources connected to this input must be configured during setup in EZ 9 Tools Figure 4 MODE Base Features 5 USB PORT USB mini B jack allows connection directly to a computer for downloading content to an iPod seated in the MODE Base Downloading content would follow normal proce dures See iPod instructions for additional information 6 BASE DOCK This opening in the Base is where an iPod gets connected to an MZC system Different sized inserts allow adapting the various different models of iPods to the Base NOTE Never connect an iPod without an insert in place Without an insert the iPod may not connect properly and there is potential for damage to the iPod the Base or both 7 INSERT CAPTURE SLOTS Fach of the inserts has two I shaped posts that slide into these slots to secure the insert for the specific iPod being used If it becomes necessary to change inserts carefully push the T shaped posts of another insert up through the bottom of the Base and pull the seated insert out from the top 8 iPOD CONNECTOR This multi pin connector connects to the iPod Dock Connector on the
33. ary to press the tabs on the bottom of the keypad and then carefully pull the bottom of the faceplate away from the MODE body MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 7 ADAPTER FEATURES 1 2 1 10 11 12 13 ADAPTER POST SOCKETS Four recessed sockets used to align Adapter Posts to secure multiple Adapters and prevent damage to Adapter Bus Pins DIN RAIL SLOT AND CLIPS Allows the MODE Adapter to be wall mounted using standard DIN Rail not included Red clips slide over 3 the rail section to hold the Adapter in place Stacked Adapters can also be mounted on DIN Rail SpeakerCraft MODE Adaptor Riverside CA www speakerc WALL MOUNT SCREW HOLES These holes allow the MODE Adapter to be mounted flat against a wall or cabinet side 12 PIN INTERCONNECT Connect to the 12 pin socket on the bot tom of a stacked Adapter This connection creates a power metadata and control bus that allows stacking multiple MODE Adapters LOCKING PIN SLOT Round opening on the top of the Adapter x used to receive and lock Locking Pins when stacking multiple Adapt Es 6 7 12 13 6 10 ADAPTER POSTS Four round posts on the bottom of the Adapter protect the 12 Pin Interconnect when single Adapters are used and fit into the Adapter Post Sockets when stacking multiple Adapters to hold Adapters in place and prevent damage to the interconnects LINE OUT 3 5mm mini jack outputs stereo line level audio
34. ation and hook up For installations where the Base will be in a remote location pull CAT5 during pre wire and terminate with a proper wall plate The Base will then con nect to the wall plate during installation MAXIMUM LENGTH 250 When powered from Adapter 500 when Base is powered with a SpeakerCraft PS 2 0 power supply not included MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 12 MODE 3 1 HARD BUTTON CONFIGURATION As received from the factory MODE 3 1 Keypads have a pre installed set of buttons that match the default button configu ration in EZ Tools This default may not match the system be ing installed MODE 3 1 comes with a set of alternate buttons The hard button keycaps can be changed on the keypads and in EZ Tools to match the product being installed To change the hard button keycaps With the keypad disconnected from the system carefully insert a small flat head screwdriver into the Faceplate Release Tabs Slots 1 as shown in Figure 7 With the screwariver inserted slowly twist the screwdriver and pull down in the direction shown 2 until the Face plate Tabs release from the body With both tabs released carefully pull the bottom of the faceplate up and away from the keypad as shown in Figure 8 until it stops moving freely Carefully pull the top of the faceplate clear of the keypad to remove Do not touch pinch poke or otherwise contact the flex board circuit connected to the top of the LCD Damage
35. bezel keypad and mounting bracket is recommended prior to installation of the J boxes to avoid problems after the wall board has been installed Retro fit Although use of retro boxes is not recommended they can be used in some cases If using a retro box it will probably be necessary to hone out part of the box to provide height and depth clearance for the Mounting Bracket Bezel Tab Clips and Bezel Tabs Do not modify the clips or the tabs as this may adversely affect how well the bezel stays in place Mounting Bracket The MODE 3 1 Keypad cannot be installed without the Mounting Bracket The keypad is held in place with the Keypad Locking Tabs and Keypad Angle Tabs he Bracket should be mounted to a standard 2 gang new construction box as shown in Figure 10 When installing the Mounting Bracket be sure the bracket is positioned as shown in Figure 10 The keypad cannot be mounted if the bracket is upside down If using a retro box see section Retro fit above When necessary and not recommended the Mounting Bracket can be used without a J box When installing a keypad with out a J box be sure to use drywall anchors to provide a more durable and secure mount for the bracket MODE 3 1 KEYPAD With the Mounting Bracket installed the MODE 3 1 can be mounted Make and secure wire connections as described in the section Connections prior to mounting the keypad MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Keypad Angle There are two options
36. cted will be displayed at the top of the LCD Refer to Figure 32 TONERE IPOD 1 30G VIDEO POWER OFF Zone Press the Zone Power Off Key for less than 2 seconds A red OFF and the message Source Not Selected will appear at the top of the LCD Refer to Figure 31 Unless the local zone is the last zone to be turned off the zone will turn off and the common CD CHANGER sources will stay on If the local zone is the last zone to be turned off the common sources will turn off as well Figure 31 MODE Main Menu IPOD 2 NANO DVD CHANGER Whole House 1 Press and Hold the Power Off Key for longer than 2 seconds All zones and sources will turn off unless This Zone Ignores Other Zone Initiations is selected under Zone Setup W hole House Mute in EZ Tools for a given zone If selected that zone will ignore the Whole House Power Off Command and the common sources will stay on until the last zone is turned off SELECT A SOURCE 1 Roll the Scroll Wheel to highlight a Source on the LCD If the Keypad is in Standby rolling the Scroll Wheel or press ing any button will wake up the Keypad 2 Press the Click Button to select the Source The Zone will turn ON The Source selected will be displayed at the top of the LCD Refer to Figure 32 ADJUST VOLUME 1 Rotate the Volume Knob clockwise to turn volume up Ihe blue LEDs surrounding the knob will provide a visual reference to the volume setting 2 Rotate Volume Knob
37. d control to the iPod Base and receives digital audio data and metadata from a connected iPod 24V DC 2 coaxial jack connects to a SpeakerCraft PS 3 0 24V Power Supply Required Not included When stack ing Adapters one PS 3 0 will power up to 6 MODE Adapters MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 8 MODE BASE FEATURES 1 BASE ALIGNMENT TAB Iwo small tabs on the right side of the Base fit into two small indents on the left side of an adjoin ing Base when using multiple Bases The Bases are magnetically charged and lock together for convenience CAUTION MODE Base magnets are fairly strong and should not be mounted directly on or near CRTs or Plas ma displays Care should also be taken to keep magnetic media such as audio and video tapes credit cards etc away from the MODE Base units as important media may be lost 2 POWER JACK 2 1mm coaxial jack The MODE Base is pow ered directly from the MODE Adapter in applications where the Base is less than 250 from the Adapter For wire runs over 250 the Base can be up to 500 from the Adapter with a Speaker Craft PS 2 0 Power Supply connected directly to the Base 3 ADAPTER PORT RJ45 jack connects to the iPod Base Termi nal on the MODE Adapter This connection provides power and control to the iPod Base and sends digital audio and metadata from the Base to the Adapter 4 AUX INPUT 3 5mm mini jack provides a stereo line level input for
38. e XM or SIRIUS Tuner Cable Box etc can be added so the audio can be played through the MZC amplifier and zone speakers Adapter Aux In provides the same flexibility for a source connected to the Adapter There can only be one Aux In connected per source but this allows the input capability of the MZC 66 to expand to 12 sources and the MZC 88 to 14 IMPORTANT NOTE The sources connected to the Base and Adapter Aux Inputs are only selectable via MODE 3 1 Keypads They are not available to EZ Pads and cannot be selected by IR remote commands For the purpose of the example the cable box that was connected to Source 5 on the MZC has now been replaced by an iPod making the iPod available to all zones The cable box is actually dedicated to the Family Room where coincidentally the MODE 3 1 is being installed The cable box will be configured as the Source 5 Sub Source Input in EZ Tools Figure 17 and connected to the Base Aux In in the Family Room All zones will have access and control of the iPod Source 5 Only zones with MODE 3 1 Keypads will have access and control of the cable box Source 5a which will appear in the MODE 3 1 Main Menu as a regular Source Further as an option the cable box can be unchecked in Zone Setup for any zones other than the Family Room that get MODE 3 1 Keypads to keep the cable box dedicated to the Family Room In addition to dedicated control this will allow the cable box audio to feed through the MZC amp and zone sp
39. e various menu options for anything from aspect ratio to zoom can be setup as a Virtual Button Since the process is essentially the same for all sources a general example using a DVD Changer will be used Use the follow ing instructions for other sources by programming appropriate commands by source NOTE When used with a MZC 88 the MODE 3 1 shows its powerful simplicity The Preset channel frequencies and con trol commands for the MZC Internal Tuners are automatically displayed on the MODE 3 1 LCD This is a default function of the MZC 88 and MODE 3 1 No programming is necessary for control of the MZC 88 Internal Tuners when controlled with MODE 3 1 PROGRAMMING HARD KEYS 1 If not already open left click the CMD Library Tab From the Brands Pull Down either left click the pull down arrow and scroll the list for the DVD Player Brand being used or left click the Brands Box and type in the name of the DVD Player Brand Expand the DVD Tab by left clicking the sign or double left clicking the DVD Icon In some cases a sub directory of DVD commands will appear Some manufacturers have multiple code groups for certain devices A bit of trial and error may be necessary to determine which code group Is correct Typically testing commands such as power play and stop will indicate the proper code group Sometimes a visual inspection of the list can be helpful to see if certain spe cial commands are available in one list or another If any command
40. ead end a CAT5 patch cable can be used at time of installation and hook up For installations where the Adapter will be in a remote location pull CAT5 during pre wire and terminate with a proper wall plate MAXIMUM LENGTH 100 NOTE When stacking Adapters only one run of CAT5 is required between the Adapters and the MZC See section Connections MODE Adapter Stacked for additional information iPod Base 5 Pull CAT5 from the MODE Adapter s to the MODE Base s For installations where the Base s will be at the sys tem head end a CAT5 patch cable can be used at time of installation and hook up For installations where the Base will be in a remote location pull CAT5 during pre wire and terminate with a proper wall plate The Base will then connect to the wall plate during installation MAXIMUM LENGTH 250 when powered from Adapter 500 when Base is pow ered locally with a SpeakerCraft PS 2 0 power supply not included MODE BASE 12V DC 1AMP STANDARD WIRE For installations where the Base will be connected to the MODE Adapter via a wall plate pull 1 6AW G two conductor stranded non shielded wire from the PS 2 0 power supply location typically the head end to the Base location as shown in Figure 6 MAXIMUM LENGTH 500 on 16AW G wire Adapter Port CAT5 Pull CATS from the MODE Adapter s to the MODE Base s For installations where the Base s will be at the system head end a CAT5 patch cable can be used at time of install
41. eakerCraft EPR 1 0 Speaker Muting Relay his allows the individual room keypads to mute their corresponding speaker pairs and not the zone which would mute all of the rooms in the sub zones The following describes the connections for the Speaker Relay Mute and sub zone speaker connections Connect ZONE SPEAKERS L L R R OUTPUTS from the MZC 88 or an external amplifier to the EPR 1 0 AMPLI FIER Terminal L L R R INPUTS Strip approximately 4 inch of each lead and twist the stripped ends so there are no loose strands that can cause shorts Connect the EPR 1 0 SPEAKERS L L R R OUTPUTS to the L L R R terminals on each speaker pair as appro priate Connect the WHITE STRIPE LEAD from the EPR 1 0 to the RELAY Terminal on the MODE 3 1 Connect the BLACK LEAD from the EPR 1 0 to the RELAY Terminal on the MODE 3 1 Visually check for loose ends Lightly pull the wire to confirm connection Install speakers into dry wall cut outs or SpeakerCraft InstaLLock New Construction Brackets if used as appropriate NOTE EPR 1 0 Relay mute will not function without proper configuration in EZ Tools MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 21 PROGRAMMING WITH EZ TOOLS The EZ Tools programming instructions provided with the MODE 3 1 are intended to provide direction for adding a MODE 3 1 Keypad multiple MODE 3 1 Keypads MODE Base s and MODE Adapter s to SpeakerCraft Systems If configuring anew system start w
42. eakers for the Family Room See section Connections for additional information In the Name block type in the source name for the device being connected to the Aux In This name will appear in the Source List on the MODE Display so be sure to use a name that will not confuse the user If there is a Cable Box already available as a source through the MZC name the cable box connected to the Aux In Cable 2 I no other changes to be made left click Apply in the MZC Setup Window This will save the new configuration If additional Bases and Adapters are being added repeat steps 5 9 above for each new Base Adapter pair Left click Apply to save each o Library Button Bucket Project Content MZC 88 Cmds Source ssignments Misc M2C 88 Standalone SOURCE SETUP Source Source Name Description Address Sub Source Input Name S 1 TUNER 1 MzC 88 Tuner 1 1 TUNER 1 MZC 88 Tuner 1 S 2 TUNER 2 MZC 88 Tuner 2 S 3 090 Toshiba 2 TUNER 2 MZC 88 Tuner 2 S 4 CD Pioneer S 5 CABLE General Instruments 3 DVD Toshiba S 6 SAT Dish S 7 VIDEO TiVo 4 CD v Pioneer S 8 CAMERA Front Door 5 2 ZONE SETUP 5 IPOD 306 o Auc In CABLE 5 2 ZONE 1 Kitchen a Ez Pad 6 SAT Dish H Z ZONE 2 Family Room wo x Io 5 2 ZONE 3 Dining Room B zo eie 8 caMERA Front Door 5 2 ZONE 4 Living Room w H Z ZONES Mast
43. ears Highlight LX and left click SpeakerCraft Expand the MODE Folder 8 6 5AT Dish by left clicking the sign or double left clicking the folder S_ 7 VIDEO Tivo icon Next expand the MODE Base Folder by left click RL Ej 2 ZONE SETUP i H ZUNE Zone Setup Figure 18 14 Select the EZ Pad in Zone 1 by left clicking the green EZ Pad icon under Project Content Zone Setup he virtual EZ Pad for Zone 1 will appear Left click the iPod Source Button to select the iPod bank of commands The iPod Source Button will highlight blue and all commands pro grammed to that button will appear in the Button Properties Window ing the sign or double left clicking the folder icon 15 Right click any commands in the Button Properties Command List that were programmed for the Cable Box or other now replaced source then highlight and left click Delete Command in the pop up The command will be deleted 16 Double left click any desired command s in the CMD Library SpeakerCraft MODE MODE Base Command Library for Pad iPod control programming 17 Repeat steps 15 16 for all buttons within the iPod bank 18 If all zones are identical in keypad configuration all use MKP 8 1 or the same double or triple gang configuration the new programming for the EZ Pad in Zone 1 can be cloned to the other EZ Pads Right click the Zone 1 EZ Pad iPod Source Button Highlight and
44. eble or Bass 4 Press the Click Button The selected parameter will appear at the top of the LCD 5 Roll the Scroll Wheel to adjust Treble or Bass Up Down 6 When the desired change has been made press the Click Button to Save the setting 7 Press the Menu Button to return to the MODE Main Menu KEYPAD SETTINGS In the MODE 3 1 Main Menu is an option called Keypad Settings These settings are user definable preferences for keypad performance and appearance including Button Intensity LCD Intensity Button Standby LCD Standby Beeper and Theme These settings are adjustable only at the keypad and can be changed at any time Adjustments are made using the Scroll Wheel and Click Buttons Button Intensity This setting adjusts the Hard Key and Scroll Wheel back light level in increments of 1 from 0 100960 LCD Intensity This setting adjusts the LCD back light level in increments of 25 from 25 100 Standby Timeout This setting adjusts the duration of the Hard Key and LCD Backlighting in varying increments from 1 second to always on Button Standby This setting adjusts the intensity of the Hard Key standby backlight in increments of 1 from 0 100960 LCD Standby This setting adjusts the intensity of the LCD standby backlight in increments of 25 from OFF 100 MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Beeper This setting turns an audible click that confirms button presses click On and Off Theme This setting selects differen
45. ence 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the instructions should be adhered to 4 Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed 5 Water and Moisture The appliance should not be used near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool PORTABLE CART WARNING 6 Carts and Stands The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn 7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer 8 Ventilation The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation For example the appliance should not be situated on a bed sofa rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings or placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings 9 Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat 10 Power Sources Ihe appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in
46. er Bedroom Ez Pad 1 FONE 1 Figure 17 Changing Source Setup A Warning Window will appear advising The Cable Source has been changed to a IPOD Source Do you still want to continue eft click YES If multiple source changes have been implemented a warning for each change will come up Review each of these as it is possible that an undesirable change has been made 12 After the Warning s have been cleared the Source Setup under the Project Content Tab will update to show the new source configuration Refer to Figure 18 Source 5 will have changed to iPod and a new source 5a will show Cable Source 5a is the Sub Source Input Base or Adapter Aux In configured in the previous steps Refer to Figure 17 13 At this point the EZ Pad Source Buttons will have also Library Button Bucket changed to indicate the new source configuration In the Project Content MZC 88 example the Cable Button has now changed to iPod as shown in Figure 18 All programming associated with 67 MzC 88 Standalone El amp SOURCE SETUP Source 5 will need to be changed from Cable commands 1 TUNER 1 MZC 66 Tuner 1 to iPod commands for all keypads in all zones Left click 8 2 TUNER 2 MZC 88 Tuner 2 the CMD Library Tab to open the IR Command Library 00058 3 DWD Toshiba Left click the pull down arrow next to the Brands block i and scroll the list until SpeakerCraft app
47. etup Refer o Repas to Figure 22 Figure 22 Zone Setup Keypad Address Default AV Routing Commands v IPOD 8 To assure that the sources connected to the MZC will be ERN gt properly routed to the local zone a set of default A V ner CUNE Lo ehen _ Ez Pad 7 VIDEO routing commands can be assigned to the source icons e prep gr on the MODE 3 1 Under Project Content Zone Setup LM Delete Zone right click the Zone 2 icon Highlight and left click Place E Z zoNE3 Delete All Commands Default A V Routing Commands The MZC Internal gue E d d Copy Zone Commands for all source A V signal routing will be auto 1 Beg matically assigned to sources available to the MODE in B co NN Zone 2 Refer to Figure 23 2ONES Force Zone Priority ON EZ Pi Force Zone Priority OFF 8 his completes Zone Setup for integrating the MODE 3 1 EF Se Ea into Zone 2 Left click the MODE 3 1 icon under Project pi EET nmands Content Zone Setup Zone 2 The virtual MODE 3 1 igure 23 _ Place Default A V Commands will appear along with the Button Properties Window and the Virtual Button W indow Refer to Figure 24 MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 27 5 Library Button Bucket CEE ETES TN Virtual Button List mi Project Content MZC 88 Cmds Button ID Mame 7 M2C 88 Standalone TUNER 2
48. for mounting the MODE 3 1 One is a flush installation with the keypad flat to the wall surface and the other is with the lower portion of the keypad sloping away from the wall at about a 15 angle The angle mount creates a special cosmetic appeal and provides an improved LCD viewing angle Flush Mount To install the MODE 3 1 Keypad flush flat to the wall surface 1 Slide the lower part of the keypad into the mounting bracket and position the Keypad Angle Tabs into the rear chan nel of the Keypad Angle Tab Slots 2 Carefully press the upper corners of the keypad with both thumbs until the Keypad Locking Tabs snap into place Angle Mount To install the MODE 3 1 Keypad with lower portion angled away from the wall surface at approximately 15 l Slide the lower part of the keypad into the mounting bracket and position the Keypad Angle Tabs into the forward channel of the Keypad Angle Tab Slots 2 Carefully press the upper corners of the keypad with both thumbs until the Keypad Locking Tabs slide into place The keypad will lift slightly in the bracket when positioning the Locking Tabs NOTE In an angle mount the keypad is not secure until the bezel has been installed The bezel will hold the Locking Tabs in place and secure the keypad to the bracket Prior to installing the bezel in an angle mount be careful if operating the keypad and avoid incidental contact to prevent the keypad from falling out of the bracket and possibly dam
49. he Aper eeu V MODE 31 MODE 3 1 left click the MKP 1 x box to uncheck the MKP ENG CN This will remove the EZ Pad from the Zone Setup If the EZ o o AM Pad is to remain installed leave the MKP 1 x box checked B Ez Pad A Left click Apply For the example system the EZ Pad has Ms been removed and replaced with a MODE 3 1 As soon TUS as Apply is clicked the EZ Pad is removed from the Zone dr pe eel Setup under Project Content 9 2 ZONES Master Bedroom Figure 20 Zone Setup Keypad Tab MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 26 Whole House Mute wy Library f Button Bucket Zone 2 Setup Project Content MZC 88 Whole H t 6 Left click the Whole House Mute Tab to confirm mds Name Sources Keypad Whole House Mute Whole House and Mute Key Functionality These func res dl Me 8 7 This Zone Initiates tions should have already been configured in the existing RE rie This Zone Ignores Other Zone iniiaions project Under Whole House Party Mode This Zone Mute Key F ncli nai Initiates should be checked to enable Party Mode from S 5 IPOD 306 _ S 5a CABLE C EZ Pad Relay Speaker Muting a press and hold of the Click Button when selecting a S 6 SAT Dish u S 7 VIDEO Tivo source on the MODE 3 1 This Zone Ignores should S 8 CAMERA Front Door be checked to lock out Party Mode commands from other do co zones
50. iguration Aux Input optional Using a Stereo mini to RCA interconnect cable connect the L amp R line level audio output of a source to be added as an additional input such as an XM or Sirius Tuner Cable or Satellite receiver etc to the Aux Input on the appropriate Adapter as configured in Source Setup in EZ Tools This will allow adding up to six additional sources to the MZC These inputs must be configured in EZ Tools and are only selectable from MODE Keypads When all connections have been made and confirmed and the system is ready for operation connect a SpeakerCraft PS 3 0 Power Supply to the 24V DC Jack on one MODE Adapter This will provide power for up to six MODE Adapters Plug the PS 3 0 into an unswitched 1 20VAC outlet MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions MODE BASE Adapter Port 1 Using a CAT5 patch cable with a pass through configuration connect the Adapter Port on the MODE Base to the iPod Base Jack on the MODE Adapter When using multiple Bases and Adapters be sure to properly match Bases to Adapt ers to MZC Inputs 2 Seteach Base Source ID to the matching Source Input number on the MZC using the Source ID Button on the bottom of the Base and the Source ID LED 3 Set each Base to a different Address using the Address Switch on the bottom of the Base and set each Base to the proper Address when configuring Source Setup in EZ Tools Aux Input optional 1 Using a Stereo mini to RCA interconnect cable connect
51. indow left click Keypad 5 Under Graphic Keypad left click to place a check mark in the box next to MODE 3 1 If removing the EZ Pad left click the MKP 1x box to uncheck the box and remove the EZ Pad from the zone Left click Apply 6 In the Zone Setup Window left click Whole House Mute 7 If the Whole House Party Mode and Mute Key Functionality settings are not going to change left click Apply otherwise make desired changes and then left click Apply See section Whole House Mute for additional information 8 Right click the MODE icon in the zone being configured In the Zone MODE 3 1 Window left click the appropri ate Address Box to set Keypad address If there is no more than one keypad per zone all keypads can have the same adaress If there is more than one keypad in a zone EZ Pads and or MODE keypads the keypads in that zone must all have different Addresses Left click Apply Ihe Adaress will appear after the MODE icon 9 Under Project Content Zone Setup right click the zone icon for the zone being configured In the pop up window highlight and left click Place Default A V Routing Commands 10 Left click the MODE 3 1 icon for the keypad being configured The Virtual MODE 3 1 Button Properties and Virtual Button Windows will appear 11 Left click the first source in the Source List 12 Left click the Volume Up Arrow on the Virtual Keypad Left click the CMD MZC Cmds Tab expand the Audio Level Commands Tab and double
52. information regarding iPod and ESD S SpeakerCraft MODE Base Riverside www speakercraft com MADE IN CHINA SOURCE ID eC Th 4 E SpE ADDRESS Figure 5 MODE Base Bottom Features MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions EXPANSION PORT LOOP MZC 66 gt Multi Zone Controller 4 4 9v 6 SOURCE 1 SOURCE 2 SOURCE 3 SOURCE 4 SOURCE 5 SOURCE 6 ISTH 4 NUR c IEEE ou RCA to Mini Stereo Cat 5 Interconnect MODE Base Adapter Up to 6 CR 40 f DATA I O PS 3 0 Caps 24V DC Power Supply REQUIRED Powers up to Cas 6 Adapters a co R Zone Speaker oh PS 2 0 MODE 3 1 MODE Base 12V DC Power Supply Keypad Up to 6 Optional for each MODE Base used over 250 ft Zone 3 Remote Room Refer to related sections in this manual iy P GOO YOO YOO ooo RS232 Interface Adapter EXPANSION PORT LOOP RCA Interconnects To Desired Source Inputs To Broadband Modem for Internet Connection Cat 5 DB9 RS232 Null Modem Interface Cable NOTE The RSA 1 0 is powered through the Expansion Port from the MZC 66 S SpeakerCraft PROGRAMMING E F CONTROL PORT MODE Jukebox RSA 1 0 RS232 Interface Music Server Adapter Inter Room
53. ion i e Play Stop Menu Aspect Ratio etc Once the Virtual Button has been created any command from the EZ Tools Command Library whether a MZC Internal Command IR command or RS232 command can be associated with these Virtual Buttons If the required IR or RS232 commands are not already in the Library they can be added by either learning the IR commands with the SpeakerCraft LTM 1 0 Learn Test Module or by using RS232 Command Properties Tool for creating and editing RS232 commands Refer to MZC In stallation Instructions sections Learning IR Commands and RS232 Commands MZC 88 for additional information As when programming any other key in EZ Tools the commands associated with the Virtual Buttons are displayed in the But ton Properties Window Virtual Buttons have the same properties as EZ Pad keys in that they can execute single commands or macros and for truly advanced applications access tiered commands as well To program the MODE 3 1 shown in Figure 24 1 Left click the Tuner 1 Source Icon on the Virtual Keypad It will highlight blue This indicates the Tuner 1 bank has been selected Volume 2 Left Click the Volume Knob Up Arrow The Tuner icon will turn red indicating which source is being programmed and the Up Arrow will highlight blue to indicate which button is being programmed 3 Left click the CMD MZC Cmds Tab and expand the Audio Level Commands Tab by left clicking the sign or double left clicking
54. ith the Programming With EZ Tools section of the MZC Installation Instructions for system configuration source setup power management etc Use this manual for configuration and programming zones using MODE 3 1 keypads NOTE If only changing EZ Pads to MODE 3 1 Keypads and not adding iPod MODE Base MODE Adapter follow the directions in Download EZ Tools and proceed to section Adding a MODE 3 1 Keypad to an Existing MZC Project With the system installed at the job site or set up for test at the shop the system is ready for programming Connect the 3 5mm Plug Transfer Cable between the COM port on a PC running EZ Tools or the USB port with the USB Serial Adapter and the CONTROL PORT on the MZC Power up the MZC and proceed as follows DOWNLOAD EZ TOOLS Before programming with EZ Tools always check the SpeakerCraft web site www speakercraft com to verify that the ver sion of EZ Tools being used is the latest rev QUICK START GUIDE FOR SIMPLE MODE 3 1 EZ TOOLS PROGRAMMING Follow the instructions in this section if no source or zone changes other than replacing an EZ Pad with a MODE 3 1 are required l Open an existing MZC Project 2 Under Project Content Zone Setup left click the zone the MODE is going to be added to 3 In the Zone Setup Window left click Name Sources If the Available Sources are checked and not going to change left click Apply Check or uncheck any boxes to make changes as needed 4 In the Zone Setup W
55. kerCraft or the SpeakerCraft Authorized Dealer will at its option repair or replace this product at no additional charge except as set forth below If this model is no longer available and cannot be repaired effectively SpeakerCraft at its sole option may replace the unit with a current model of equal or greater value In some cases where a new model is substituted a modification to the mounting surface may be required If mounting surface modification is required SpeakerCraft assumes no responsibility or liability for such modification All replaced parts and product become the property of SpeakerCraft Inc Products replaced or repaired under this Warranty will be returned to the original retail purchaser within a reasonable time freight prepaid This Warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident disaster misuse abuse negligence inadequate packing or shipping procedures commercial use voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit or service repair or modification of the product which has not been authorized or approved by SpeakerCraft This Warranty also excludes normal cosmetic deterioration caused by environmental conditions This Warranty will be void if the Serial Number on the product has been removed tampered with or defaced This Warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties If the product is defective in materials or workmanship as warranted above the purchasers sole remedy sh
56. n List Window 9 If only adding one Virtual Button highlight and left click Add New Menu Item In the New Item Window type in the function and left click OK Skip to step 11 MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 30 Mew Source Menu Items E 10 If adding multiple Virtual Buttons right click inside the Virtual Button List Window highlight and left click Add Multiple N M It athe S M Enter Item Item MN ames ultiple New Menu Items In the New Source Menu SUELE Items Window type in the first function name in the SUBTITLE dd Enter Item Name Block Either left click the gt gt Button lt lt AUDIO or press the return key on the PC keyboard to add the 200M ANGLE function to the Item Names List Refer to Figure 29 To remove items from the Add New list highlight the entry and left click the lt lt Button When all functions have been added to the Item Names List left click OK To remove items from the Virtual Button List right click the item then highlight and left click Delete Item Cancel 11 To associate IR or RS232 commands to the Virtual T Buttons if not already open left click the CMD Library Creating DVD CD Virtual Buttons Tab Select the Brand and Device being programmed as described in Step 1 above Project Content w MZC 88 Cmds E Virtual Button List v Library Button Bucket cmUpE Button 1D Name ya 4 72 MENU 1
57. ng instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 3 Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cM 2 INTRODUCTION cc 4 dal IMP eS DID MM m 4 ACCESSORIES AND EXTRAS not NEO ia nee va 4 WAAT YOU WEE lop E E E E 4 MU FEATURE 2 EEE EE re 5 FRONT TANEC a ad E E EE 5 FREAK PANPE Ed te 6 MODE ADAPTER FEATURES es 7 MODE BASE FEATURES MR de ae ENNE 8 WIRING PTE WIE mt n 11 MODE EPA AE E E E EE EE EES 11 MODE ADAPTER 11 MODE BASE 11 MODE 3 1 HARD BUTTON CONFIGURATION ennemie adim du dura diria was MG adr ui uu Gib 12 INSTALA TON 13 HEADEND C 13 MODE ADAPTER T Q 13 MODE pe T eon eat setae ee sn en ce 13 MODE ST KETTAD T
58. ng tabs that friction fit the MODE 3 1 Mounting Bracket to provide a clean finished look MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 6 MODE 3 1 FEATURES REAR PANEL 1 KEYPAD LOCKING TABS Fit into the upper Mounting Bracket Tab Slots to secure the keypad to the bracket 2 SPEAKER RELAY MUTE TERMINAL Connects to a SpeakerCraft EPR 1 0 Relay Muting Module for individual room mute when using multi channel amplifiers for sub zone expansion 3 KEYPAD PUNCH DOWN BLOCK 110 style punch down terminal connects to the Zone Keypad Terminals on a SpeakerCraft MZC 66 or a KCM 1 0 when using MZC 88 4 KEYPAD ANGLE TAB Fits into the channeled lower Mounting Bracket Tab Slots to allow flush installation flat to wall surface or with the lower portion of the keypad sloping away from the wall at about a 15 angle The angle mount creates a special cosmetic appeal and pro vides an improved LCD viewing angle SpeakerCraft MODE 3 1 Riverside www speakercraft com MADE IN CHINA 6 54 Figure 2 MODE 3 1 Rear Panel Features 5 ADDRESS SWITCH A unique hex address must be set for each MODE Keypad when connected a common bus within a single zone Unique addresses are not required zone to zone One keypad per zone The switch provides up to 16 addresses 0 to F 6 FACEPLATE RELEASE TABS Carefully push these recessed tabs to remove the MODE faceplate to change keycaps It is typically only necess
59. o the iPod Base Port on the MODE Adapter Connect the RJ45 jack on the wall plate to the Adapter Port on the MODE Base using a CAT5 cable with a pass through configuration 4 Aux Input optional Using a Stereo mini to RCA interconnect cable connect the L amp R line level audio output of a source to be added as an additional input such as a video game XM or SIRIUS Tuner Cable or Satellite receiver etc to the 3 5mm AUX Input Jack This will allow adding a local source to a MZC Zone and being able to play the audio through the MZC amplifier and Zone speakers This input must be configured in EZ Tools and is only selectable from MODE Keypads 5 When all connections have been made and confirmed and the system is ready for operation connect a SpeakerCraft PS 3 0 power supply not included to the 24V DC jack on the MODE Adapter Plug the PS 3 0 into an unswitched 20VAC outlet MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 17 CAT5 To MZC Expansion Port One Connection for all Adapters MODE BASE IT gt O BMk MODE ADAPTER 1 Stereo Mini to RCA 2 5 Source In E MODE BASE 2 MODE ADAPTER 2 p o 0 N Ee gis Jn to RCA MZC CAT5 Source In a MODE BASE 3 py MODE ADAPTER 3 ARR E di gig Jr to RCA To MZC CAT5 Source In MODE BASE 4 yy MODE ADAPTER 4 LORCA to RCA S To MZC Source In m
60. onductors 2 Using a proper punch down tool connect each of the wires to the matching color terminals on the MODE 3 1 punch down block When making connections to the MODE 3 1 punch down block ALWAYS pull the wire toward the middle of the 3 1 Pulling the wires toward the outside will create difficulty when installing the keypad into the Mounting Bracket and will probably cause wires to become disconnected 3 Prior to installing the keypad attach the included Wire Retainer to the back of the MODE 3 1 as shown in Figure 15 Remove the adhesive backing from the wire retainer and attach with the wire tie oriented vertically as shown with the retainer lock at the bottom Pull the retainer over the wire and down through the lock as shown This will help prevent the wires from becoming disconnected during installation i Figure 15 MODE Wire Retainer 3 Terminate and connect the head end connection as appropriate If connecting directly to an MZC or KCM 1 0 Refer to Figure 13 If terminating in RJ45 Connectors and using RJA 1 1s Refer to Figure 14 Confirm all connections prior to powering up the system MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 20 Speaker Mute Relay The Speaker Mute Relay is typically used in situations where a multi channel amplifier has been added to an MZC Zone Pre out for additional rooms or sub zone expansion The MODE 3 1 Speaker Mute Relay gets connected to a Sp
61. ros RS232 commands and MZC internal commands Three tiers of functionality per key provide a wide range of programming options for any system configuration or user demands Each keypad also includes a variety of additional keycaps for added flexibility NOTE The Arrow Up or Menu Button is not configurable or programmable It only provides Menu navigation to return to the MODE Main Menu when using non iPod Sources and functions the same as the iPod Menu Button when iPod is selected to navigate iPod Menus A press and hold of the Menu Button in iPod mode will return the MODE 3 1 to the MODE Main Menu 5 CLICK BUTTON The cosmetic trim surrounding the Scroll Wheel is actually a function select key When a source menu item or function has been highlighted on the LCD with the Scroll Wheel a press of the Click Button will select the source or menu item or initiate an associated command This button is not programmable 6 SCROLL WHEEL Provides easy and intuitive navigation of menus and Virtual Buttons displayed on the LCD This but ton is not programmable 7 IR SENSOR Ihe MODE 3 1 includes SpeakerCraftS exclusive ANS Ambient Noise Suppressor IR Receiver The IR receiver allows use of a handheld remote for control of the system and IR controlled source components 8 KEYPAD BEZEL The keypad bezel is a screwless trim plate made of a plyable material that conforms to the surround ing wall contour The back of the bezel has form fitti
62. s are not available they can be learned into EZ Tools If it is necessary to learn commands refer to MZC Installation Instructions section Learning IR Commands 2 Left click the DVD Source Icon on the Virtual Keypad to select DVD It will highlight 3 Left click the Arrow Up Button Under CMD Library double left click the Next Disc Command Program for next disc if using a DVD Changer otherwise select another function such as Fast Forward or other appropriate command 4 Left Click the Arrow Down Button Under CMD Library double left click Previous Disc Program for previous disc if using a DVD Changer otherwise select another function such as Reverse Play or other appropriate command 5 Left click the Previous Track Button Under CMD Library double left click Chapter Skip Down 6 Leftclick the Next Track Button Under CMD Library double left click Chapter Skip Up Leftclick the Play Pause Button Under CMD Library double left click Play or Play Pause depending upon code avail ability This programing will provide basic transport control using the Hard Keys To program additional commands Virtual Buttons can be added as needed PROGRAMMING VIRTUAL BUTTONS NOTE Ihe default functionality of MODE when used with iPod replicates the genius of the iPod Menu system on the MODE LCD Therefore no Virtual Buttons can be configured for use with iPod 8 With DVD selected on the Virtual Keypad right click inside the Virtual Butto
63. t o MZC 88 Cmds Fun 1 Double click or Press Enter TUNER 2 to place command Zone 1 Preset 55dB Zone 1 Preset 57dB Zone 1 Preset 59dB Zone 1 Preset 61dB Zone 1 Preset 63dB Zone 1 Preset 65dB Zone 2 Mute Toggle Zone 2 Mute n Zone 2 Mute Off Zone 2 Volume Up zone 2 Volume Down lt y oume own Zone 2 Preset 13dB Zone 2 Preset 12dB Zone 2 Preset 11dB Button Properties 111111111111111111_ i Zone 2 Preset 10dB re Prop Test Tier Tier Tier Zone 2 Preset 9dB e Zone 2 Preset 806 Zone 2 Preset 7dB Command Model Brand Component Zone 2 Preset 6dB Zone2 Volume Down MZC 88 SpeakerCraft 4 4 Ctl Figure 25 Placing The Volume Up Command MODE 3 1 Zone 2 Address 0 _ virtual Button List fi Button ID Name TUNER 1 TUNER 2 Copy Key s Commands Ctrl C Cut Key s Commands Ctri x Paste Punch Key s Commands Delete Commands Del Delete Icon Mute Preamp Key Zone Power Off Key Figure 26 Placing The Zone Whole House Mute Command MODE 3 1 Zone 2 Address 0 TUNER 1 TUNER 2 DVD CD IPOD SAT Virtual Button List _ Button ID Name y Copy Key s Commands Ctrl C VIDEO e Cut Key s Commands Ctrl X CAMERA Paste CABLE Punch Key s Commands Delete Commands Del Delete Icon Mute Preamp Key Zone Power Off Kev Figure 27 Pl
64. t click the Zone 75 Project Content MZC 88 Cmds Name Sources Keypad Whole House Mute that the MODE 3 1 is going to be added to for this ex Name Descripton ex Kitcher ample Zone 2 The Zone 2 Setup Window will appear Nes o ua EE as shown in F igure 19 5 ae yes _ To Enable In This Zone 5 is ee 2 TUNER 2 Name Sources E S SAT DE I xD 4 fthe Available Sources options are checked and not IV 4 CD going to change left click Apply The Cable Box now epa de connected as Source 5a or any other sources connected IV 7 VIDEO to the Adapter or Base Aux Inputs will not show in this LEN VV CAMERA list but will automatically be available to the MODE 3 1 Ls ws Keypad and any other MODE 3 1 Keypads that get added Bl ezpad a ten to the system If the Available Sources options are to be Tenor changed check or uncheck the sources as appropriate Figure 19 Left click Apply Zone Setup Window Library Button Bucket Keypad Project Content MZC 88 Cmds Name Sources Keypad Whole House Mute 5 oadd a MODE 3 1 Keypad to the zone left click the ps Keypad Choice Only One Type Allowed Keypad Tab MKP 1x NKE FKP should be checked Under 8 1 TUNER 1 MZC 88 Tuner 1 Graphic Keypad left click in the MODE 3 1 box to place E oe PES MkP 21 a check mark in the box This will place a MODE 3 1 in Aser the Zone Setup If the EZ Pad is being replaced with t
65. t color schemes for the information displayed on the LCD To adjust keypad settings 2 In the MODE 3 1 Main Menu highlight and select Keypad Settings using the Scroll Wheel and Click Button Using the Scroll Wheel highlight the setting to be adjusted Press the Click Button to select The selected Setting will appear at the top of the LCD Using the Scroll Wheel adjust the selected setting to the desired value Press the Click Button to set Repeat steps 2 5 for all settings and values When finished press the Menu Button Ihe message Zone Setup will appear Done will flash for a second and the keypad will return to the last selected source KEYPAD RESET Though highly unlikely the MODE 3 1 can lock up under certain circumstances The Keypad Reset procedure will unlock the keypad without affecting any of the EZ Tools programming or local Zone or Keypad Settings To unlock the keypad Press and Hold the Volume Knob for 5 seconds The keypad should return to normal operation MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 35 SPECIFICATIONS MODE 3 1 Keypad Dimensions LCD Hard Keys System Connector Address Switch Speaker Mute Relay Power Requirement MODE Adapter Dimensions Audio Out MZC Expansion Connection Aux Audio In MODE Base Connection MODE Adapter Bus Power Requirement MODE Base Dimensions MODE Adapter Connection Aux Audio In USB iPod Connection Power Requirement 3 5 8 W x 2 5 8 H x
66. the L amp R line level audio output of a source to be added as an additional input such as a video game XM or SIRIUS Tuner Cable or Satellite receiver etc to the Aux Input on the appropriate Base as configured in Source Setup in EZ Tools This will allow adding a local source to an MZC Zone and being able to play the audio through the MZC amplifier and Zone speakers These inputs must be configured in EZ Tools and are only selectable from MODE Keypads USB optional 1 Using an appropriate USB mini B cable connect the USB port on the MODE Base to a USB port on a computer to enable updating a connected iPod See iPod instructions for additional information 12V DC 1 AMP 1 When all connections have been made and confirmed connect a SpeakerCraft PS 2 0 Power Supply and plug it into an unswitched 1 20VAC outlet MODE 3 1 KEYPAD Punch Down Block The MODE 3 1 features a four pair punch down block that allows flexibility in wire options CAT5 is recommended for typical use The punch down is color coded for CAT5 to assist in making connections When making direct connections to the MZC be sure to confirm color coding of each wire before making connections Refer to Figures 13 For convenience SpeakerCraft RJA 1 1 RJ45 to MZC Adapters can be used The RJA 1 1 will convert the Zone screw down terminals on the MZC or KCM 1 0 if using MZC 88 to RJ45 for ease of installation Refer to Figure 14 below for the RJ45 pin out and configuration Do
67. will resume constant illumination in zones controlled with EZ Pads SOURCE CONTROL DVD CD Cable Sat DVR Servers etc 1 From the MODE Main Menu roll the Scroll Wheel to highlight a Source and then press the Click Button to select the Source The selected source name will appear at the top of the LCD Any Virtual Buttons programmed for that source will appear in the LCD Refer to Figure 32 2 Press the Hard Keys for basic device controls as programmed such as Play Pause Skip etc 3 Roll the Scroll W heel to highlight Virtual Button functions as programmed 4 Press the Click Button to execute the Virtual Button function highlighted in step 3 MZC Tuners All MZC Tuner Preset Frequencies and Controls will default to the Virtual Buttons Additional controls may have been programmed to the Hard Keys 1 Roll the Scroll Wheel to highlight Tuner 1 or 2 2 Press the Click Button to select the highlighted Tuner The selected tuner will appear at the top of the LCD with the Presets and functions displayed in the LCD Refer to Fig ure 33 2 Roll the Scroll Wheel to highlight a desired Preset 3 Press the Click Button to select the Preset highlighted in step 2 4 Use the Scroll Wheel and Click Button to highlight and execute Tuner functions such as AM FM Tune Up Down etc iPod All iPod functions typical iPod Menus will default to the Virtual Buttons Additional controls may have been programmed to the Hard Keys 1
68. y to accidentally be moved or knocked over CAUTION Because the MODE Base is magnetically charged it should not be placed directly on top of or near CRTs or Plasma Displays Magnetic fields will adversely affect the performance of these displays and could in time permanently damage the display LCD Displays are not affected by magnetic fields Additionally care should be taken to avoid close encounters with magnetic media such as audio and video tapes or Credit Cards The magnets in the Base could erase important information on these media MODE 3 1 Installation Instructions Page 14 INSTALLATION cont MODE 3 1 KEYPAD Keypad Angle Tab Slots Bezel Tab Clips MODE 3 1 ew Construction Box Mounting Bracket MODE 3 1 Bezel Figure 10 Mounting The MODE 3 1 J BOX NOTE It is highly recommended that the MODE 3 1 Keypad be installed at a height of 56 on center This provides the best overall position for optimum LCD viewing angle This should be discussed with the homeowner prior to installation to avoid rework should the homeowner find this undesirable New Construction The MODE 3 1 Keypad should be mounted in a standard 2 gang new construction box whenever possible The keypad itself has a thin profile but the Bezel Tabs and the Mounting Bracket Bezel Tab Clips require some additional clearance Some new construction and many retro fit boxes do not provide adequate clearance Checking the fit of an assembled key pad

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