User manual CAMBRIDGE AUDIO INCOGNITO MULTI-ROOM INSTALLATION GUIDE

[. . . ] Multi-room Installation guide CONTENTS Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Audio connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Source connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Sub-zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Advanced system options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Local source connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 AS10 active speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Connecting an external amplifier / active subwoofer to your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 C C T V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Larger systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Planning your system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Pre-installation notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 System specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 FAQ s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 System details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 2 Incognito multi-room Installer details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Incognito Multi-Room Incognito multi-room INTRODUCTION The Incognito multi-room system is a whole-house entertainment system capable of distributing audio and video* throughout a home. The system consists of KP10 keypads with built-in amplifiers connected to a central AH10 audio hub unit by Cat-5/5e cable. Source components (CD players, DVD players etc) from almost any manufacturer can be used and are connected to the AH10 hub unit by standard stereo RCA /phono leads. Sources connected to the central hub are distributed to the remote rooms (throughout the guide referred to as main and sub-zones), so that different rooms may listen to different things at the same time. The KP10 keypads are mounted in-the-wall in standard back-boxes and connected to in-wall, in-ceiling or conventional speakers with standard speaker cable. [. . . ] Should this be required, your existing audio source equipment would be first connected to the AH10 and then routed from the six loop out sockets on the AH10 to the amplifier/receiver in your system via high quality audio interconnect cable terminated at each end by phono/RCA plugs. Similarly video source equipment may be connected to the VH10 and then routed from the six loop out sockets on the VH10 to the AV receiver in a home cinema setup using phono/RCA cables designed for video use. For this configuration the AH10 should be located behind your existing system. Locate speakers in all rooms taking into account location of furnishings for optimal stereo reproduction In a bedroom it is suggested that you locate speakers above or close to bed location for optimal stereo reproduction 14 Incognito multi-room Incognito multi-room The AH10 is compact and can be mounted either horizontally, or vertically, such as on a wall, and is powered by a dedicated power supply (Incognito PS10). Try to ensure that the AH10 and it's source components are powered from the same set of mains outlets. Each KP10 may be used as a main zone or sub-zone controller, with the only difference being that the sub-zone must listen to/watch the same source as the main zone. Should extra amplification power, or an active subwoofer be required (to provide more bass), a line level pre-amp output is provided on the back of the KP10. VH10 video hub The VH10 video hub works in conjunction with the AH10 to provide video signals to all connected zones, via RG6/CT100 co-axial cabling. Up to six video input sources and a CCTV input may be connected and distributed, with their corresponding audio signals routed through the AH10 as one of its dedicated six inputs. The VH10 may be mounted either horizontally or vertically in the same manner as the AH10, and power is provided by the AH10 via a Cat-5e patch cable, so no extra power supply or mains socket is required. When deciding upon a location for the AH10 and VH10 units consideration should be given to space constraints, and power points for the source equipment and AH10, as well as integration into any existing setups. AS10 / SS10 speakers When placing the ceiling-mounted speakers, thought should be given to positions which give the best desired sound coverage throughout a room, while not interfering with existing or planned light fittings or joists. It is advisable to plan all aspects of installation in advance of work beginning, preferably with the house/flat building schematics if available. CCTV system connection It is possible to connect a CCTV camera to your multi-room system. Refer to the section on `Advanced system options' for details. Please note that extra cabling will be required in addition to that explained in the installation notes. KP10 A-BUS keypad Simple and intuitive control is provided by the KP10 A-BUS keypad. Housed in a stylishly designed casing, the KP10 fits into any wall and is available with different finishes to compliment various decorative schemes. Control of your source equipment, volume, bass, treble and other functions can be performed by the KP10. Incognito multi-room 15 PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES Please read these notes before commencing installation. soft-lined surface, as this will inhibit airflow through the unit. Do not situate in close proximity to any installation which will produce excessive electrical noise such as dimmer racks etc; these may interfere with the unit. AH10 A-BUS audio hub A-BUS is a standard that allows some compatibility between different manufacturers A-BUS multi-room products. The AH10 can be switched between Incognito A-BUS or standard A-BUS mode. The Incognito A-BUS position is for use with our own Incognito KP10 keypad and gives extra functions. When used with other manufacturers A-BUS keypads it should be set to standard A-BUS or they will not work. The switch is located on the rear of the AH10 (see below). AUDIO INPUTS FROM SOURCES Wiring to zones Run a Cat-5e cable from the AH10 to each wall control unit. Fit a single-gang back box for each KP10. Run two standard speaker cables from the KP10 to mounted loudspeakers. If video is required, run CT100/RG6 high-quality coaxial cable from the VH10 main zone connection either directly to the video display, or to a wall-mounted panel fitted with a suitable phono/RCA connector. Important! Cambridge Audio Enhanced A-BUS Cambridge Audio Enhanced A-BUS Standard A-BUS Mode Switch See User Guide for details Standard A-BUS Mode Switch See User Guide for details Cabling tips Cat5e cable should be run through the installation in electrical conduit, either metal, non-metallic, rigid or intermediate, wherever possible. [. . . ] This warranty is invalid if (a) the factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from this product or (b) this product was not purchased from a Cambridge Audio authorised dealer. You may call Cambridge Audio or your local country Cambridge Audio distributor to confirm that you have an unaltered serial number and/or you purchased from a Cambridge Audio authorised dealer. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modification of, or to any part of, the product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation, maintenance or installation, or attempted repair by anyone other than Cambridge Incognito multi-room 23 Audio or a Cambridge Audio dealer, or authorised service agent which is authorised to do Cambridge Audio warranty work. [. . . ]