The ACA-E5 is an advanced eight-zone, twelve-source multiroom controller amplifier with an internal AM/FM tuner. With an advanced feature set, the ACA-E5 represents the latest in technology from the #1 brand in multiroom audio.

12 audio-video inputs
Each of the 12 source inputs of the ACA-E5 includes RCA connections for stereo audio and composite video.

Source inputs 1 and 2 feature RNET A/V Inputs that allow direct connection of RNET® Smart sources such as the iBridge Dock and Bay, or connection of remotely located sources such as satellite or cable television boxes, or DVD players. RNET A/V Inputs use CAT-5e cable, allowing for sources to e located up to 300 from the ACA-E5.

Source input 11 includes an internal expansion slot for radio Modules, such as the AM/FM Radio Module. If a radio Module is not used, Source input 11 functions as a traditional audio-video source input.

Source input 12 is an internal AM/FM tuner. If the radio tuner is unnecessary, this source input can be programmed as a tradition audio-video source input.

8 distribution zones
Zones 1 through 6 feature high-current 2-channel digital amplifiers with 35 watts per channel output along with line-level outputs. Zones 7 and 8 only offer fixed or variable line-level outputs. These zones work well for larger areas that require additional amplification, or for zoness that have an existing amplifier, such as a Home Theater.

In addition to the 8 zones of output, the ACA-E5 provides two solutions for system expansion through subzones. Included with each of the 8 zones is a RNET A/V Output. RNET A/V Outputs allow audio and video signals to be distributed up to 300 on CAT-5e cable to a remote location. From there, additional amplifiers and volume controls can be added to create system subzones. Also available are optional, field installable A-BUS subzone modules. With four zones each, the installed modules correspond to the 8
individual zones of the ACA-E5. If system expansion through subzones does not meet the needs of the designer, multiple ACA-E5 controller amplifiers can be linked together to provide coverage for up to 48 zones.

Along with increased flexibility of source inputs and zone distribution, the ACA-E5 also has enhanced features to increase the functionality of a multiroom controller amplifier.

Whole house paging
Communicate between zones with the push of a button.

Door bell and remote latch control
Hear the door bell throughout you multiroom system, or mute through the use of do not disturb function. Unlatch door remotely to let guests in.

Ethernet Port
Allows for programming and system diagnostics over the internet.

RS-232 Ports
Combine the ACA-E5 with home automation systems.

USB Port
For programming, system connections, or future interface devices.
12 source inputs
8 zone outputs
Internal AM/FM tuner
Optional Smart Source modul (AM/FM tuners)
2 optional 4 zone A-BUS® sub-zone modules
Ethernet port
IP and web server support
2 USB ports
2 RS-232 serial ports
Remote source inputs
Doorbell chimes and paging
Audio and video sensing inputs
Composite video switching
Home theater triggers
Remote zone outputs
Zones
8 per controller, 48 total per system

Sources
12 stereo audio and composite video, including built-in tuner
Optional Smart Module expansion slot

Subzone expansion
Supports (2) optional four-zone A-BUS subzone modules

Control interfaces
Russound KLK-E5 keypad
Russound TSV-E5 touchscreens
RS232 control systems

Convenience features
System on/off from any keypad
Muting for doorbell or telephone
Page to all zones
Do Not Disturb mode
Party mode

Zone audio controls
Volume
Balance
Bass and treble
Loudness compensation

AM tuner
Tuning range: 530 - 1710 kHz
AM antenna impedance: 300 ohm unbalanced
Sensitivity @ 20 dB S/N: 55 dBu
Image rejection: 33 dB
S/N ratio: 45 dB

FM tuner
Tuning range: 87.7 - 107.9 Mhz
FM antenna impedance: 75 ohm unbalanced
Sensitivity @ 30 dB S/N: 6 dB max 12 dBu
Image rejection: 80 dB
S/N ratio: 60 dB

Audio amplifier
Total channels: 12
Power: 36 watts per channel RMS into 8 ohms
Minimum load impedance: 4 ohms
Frequency response: 20 Hz 20 kHz ±1 dB
Total harmonic distortion: <0.08%
Signal-to-noise ratio: 98 dB unweighted, 101 dB A-weighted

Audio connections
Source inputs: 12 (including internal tuner)
Source input level: TBD
Source loop outputs: 12
Source output level: TBD
Zone outputs: 6 speaker level, 8 line level
Zone fixed line level: TBD
Paging input: (1) Mono
Paging output: (1) Mono

Video Connections
Source inputs: 12
Source input level: TBD
Source loop outputs: 12
Source output level: TBD
Paging input: Composite video with signal sense
Paging output: Composite video

RNET A/V connections
Input: (2) RJ45 jacks, T568A standard
Output: (2) RJ45 jacks, T568A standard

Trigger connections
Zone output triggers: (8) 12 VDC 100 mA
Common output trigger: (1) 12 VDC 100 mA
Paging triggers: (1) input, (1) output 12 VDC 100 mA
Home theater trigger: (1) 12 VDC
Doorbell triggers: (2) 12 VDC 120 mA
Latch output triggers: (2) 24 VAC/DC 1 A

Communication ports
Serial interface: (2) RS232 DB9 connectors, 19.2 kHz and 115.2 kHz baud rate
USB port: USB 2.1/1.1 master port
Ethernet port: RJ45 connection, 10/100 Base T with link and activity LEDs
RNET link: RNET link in and out

IR Control
IR output: (6) shared routed, (3) common, 1/8" mini jack

Power
Voltage: 110 or 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Fuse rating: 100-240V input; T5.0A 250V US and Canada
220-240V input; T3.15A 250V Europe

Physical Dimensions: 17W x 7H x 17.5D (43.2 x 17.8 x 44.5 cm)
Weight: 32.75 lbs. (14.7 kg)