Whole House Audio SolutionWhole House Audio Solution

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Groundbreaking end-to-enddigital audio distribution system.

• Standard 4-source, 4-zone system thatis expandable to 32 zones.

• High-efficiency digital amplifiers integrated into each g y g p gkeypad provides up to 80 watts total output at less than 1% THD (40 watts per channel into 6-ohm speakers / 30 watts per channel into 8 ohm speakers)speakers / 30 watts per channel into 8 ohm speakers).

• Easy to install new or as a retrofit, requiring only one CAT-5 run per keypad.

• End-to-end digital architecture delivers crystal clear sound to all zones with no signal loss or distortion via award-winning DIGI-5 technology from source toaward winning DIGI 5 technology, from source to keypad.

• Two year limited warranty.

Three Primary Features/AdvantagesSound Quality

E d t d 24 bit SPDIF Di it l F tIn-Zone Customization

F ll E li ti (B /T bl )• End-to-end 24-bit SPDIF Digital Format(better than 16-bit CD quality).

• No signal loss and a high immunity to

• Full Equalization (Bass/Treble).• Left/Right Speaker Balance.• Loudness Button.

interference and noise typically inherent with analog systems.

Power Output

• Dynamic Range Compression.• Mute.• Do-Not-Disturb.

• Each keypad features a digital amplifier providing up to 60 watts output into 8 ohm speakers and an incredible 80 watts into 6 ohm.

• Local Source Input (5th source).• Whole House Music Mode

(party mode).speakers and an incredible 80 watts into 6 ohm. • Robust design allows for up to 2 pairs of

speakers to be driven per keypad and enough power to drive outdoor speaker zones

(party mode).

power to drive outdoor speaker zones.

Three Primary System Components

Source Input Wall Plate Audio Distribution Hub KeypadSource Input Wall Plate Audio Distribution Hub Keypad

Source Input Wall Plate

• Provides connectivity to the Audio Distribution Hub for an input source that can be shared between multiple zones of an Encore Audio Distribution System.

• Up to four source input wall plates can be used per system.

• Analog source material connected through RCA jacks is converted to 24 bit/48 kHz SPDIF digital format.

• Optical and coaxial digital connections are also provided for direct digital input.

• IR emitter output jack provides ability to control source components remotely. The Encore Source Input Wall Plate adds an audio

• Input gain adjustment and clipping indicator. source, such as an iPod® or other in-room audio component, to the Audio Distribution Hub.

Audio Distribution Hub

• Connects with up to four Source Input WallPlates and four Encore Keypads for a 4-Source, 4-Zone Digital Audio DistributionSystem.y

• Can also be used as a 4-Zone Expansion Hub for an existing Encore System, providing connections for up to four additional keypads.p yp

• Zone pairing switches for synchronizing multiple keypads in larger or connected rooms.

• Separate power boost output terminals for

The Encore System Hub distributes up to four sources to four keypads and can be linked to additional hubs

Separate power boost output terminals for maximum performance over long CAT-5 keypadrun distances.*

• Robust high quality punch down connectors to four keypads and can be linked to additional hubs providing distributed audio for up to 32 zones.

* Connecting keypads to the dedicated power boost output terminals with 16/2 wire is recommended for maximum amplification performance over long wire run distances.

Robust, high quality punch down connectors.

Keypad

• Provides local control of all system functions: Source Selection & Volume Level Tone Control (bass/treble adjustment) Balance, Loudness, & Dynamic Compression Mute, Do-Not-Disturb, & Whole House Music Mode

• Integrated Class D Digital Amplifier provides up to 80 watts total output power per zone at less than 1% THD.p p p

• Backlit buttons with auto-fade.• Cat-5 wiring connections to the Audio

Distribution Hub and a Local Input Wall Plate.p• Mounts in a single-gang J-box.• Alternate bezel and faceplate colors are available.

The Encore Keypads feature a stylish yet understated look allowing it to easily blend

into any home or office décor.

Other system features

• Doorbell and intercom interrupt feature available for integration with DMC10 intercom system.

• Full IR capability for controlling overall Provisions for DMC10 integration.

system as well as individual sourcecomponents remotely.

• Micro and Learning Remote Controls.

IR capable for remote control of system and source components.

• Optimized IR design providing immunityagainst interference from fluorescent lighting and plasma/LCD monitors.p

• Updatable/upgradeable system firmware.

Choice of standard micro remoteChoice of standard micro remote and advanced learning remote.

Other Key System Components

Local Input Wall Plate Standard RemoteLocal Input Wall Plate Standard Remote

Advanced Learning Remote

Local Input Wall Plate

• Provides connectivity to an Encore Keypad for y ypan audio input that can be used as a fifth source within a discreet zone of an Encore Audio Distribution System.

• One local source input wall plate can be used per amplified keypad.

• Automatic override feature for active analog local source.

• Analog source material connected through RCA jacks is converted to 24 bit/48 kHz digital format.

• Optical and coaxial digital connections are also provided for direct digital input.

• IR emitter output jack allows ability to control sources.The Encore Local Input Wall Plate adds an

additional audio source, such as an iPod® or other in-room audio component, as a local

input source for an individual zone.

• Input gain adjustment and clipping indicator.

Standard Micro Remote

• Credit card size remote control.• Source selection functions.• Volume control functions.• Mute and Power functions• Mute and Power functions.• Magnetic strip provides the ability

to stick remote to metallic surfaces.• Includes battery.

Advanced Learning Remote

• Hand-held learning remote control.• Programmable 4-source capable.• Pre-programmed with Encore controls.• Compatible with major components• Compatible with major components.• Dedicated Encore volume, source, bass, treble,

and balance controls.• Three IR macro function buttons.• Built-in IR code library.• Includes batteries.Includes batteries.

The advanced learning remote provides the ability to control the Encore Systemthe ability to control the Encore System

and all connected audio sources.

Typical Component/Audio FlowSystem Hub/Server

Source Input Wall Plates

MP3, IPOD, etc.

Amplified Keypads

Local InputWall Plate

Speakers

Encore 4x4 Base System

ENC-KIT-M:(1) Audio Distribution Hub & Power Supply(4) Encore Amplified Keypads(4) Source Input Wall Plates

(1) H275 Universal Mounting Bracket(1) Standard Remote(4) IR Emitters( ) p ( )

Audio Distribution HubStandard Remote

Power SupplySource InputWall Plates

IR Emitters

KeypadsUniversal Mounting Bracket

Product Roll-Out

• Beta and rigorous engineering testingBeta and rigorous engineering testing completed August 14th.

• Production start-up underway.• Product available November 2009.• Advertising campaign, press releases,

professional 10-page sales brochure, and p p g ,other go-to-market activities are in process.

• Product placement and advertising in key i di l d t lperiodicals and catalogs.

Partnership for Success

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