Aton AH66T Multi-Room Audio Amplifier/Controller
6 Zone, 6 Source Multi-Room Audio System with Keypad 2-way feedback.. It just doesn’t get any easier than this—take the AH66T out of the box, plug in an iPort® dock, connect RadioRA®2 lighting module and you’re ready to rock! No programming is needed to enjoy great sound from your iPod® or the built-in tuner—both with full song/playlist metadata—plus you can set the mood with lighting scenes all from our OLED2 Touchpad. Want more? You’re just a few clicks away from adding SIRIUS, custom lighting scenes and countless other enhance- ments using our PC application.
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System Features:
- 6-zone multi-room audio controller, “stackable” to 2 chassis for a 12 zone system
- Integrated AM/FM tuner with RDS metadata plus
- 6 additional audio source inputs
- AM/FM Tuner pre-outputs to share tuners between chassis when “stacked”
- 60 Watts of audio power per zone
- Dedicated 3.5mm IR inputs — for every zone with discrete IR code set available
- 2 built-In RS232 ports for iPod Metadata and lighting control
- iPortTM iPod Dock Metadata Ready!
- LutronTM Radio Ra2® codes preloaded
- Variable or Fixed Pre-Amp Outputs for Every Zone
- Compatible with the ATON HDR44 video switcher
- Accommodates up to (2) keypads per zone
- Paging/Doorchime is compatible with ELAN C2 Communications
- For wholehouse paging, doorchime, and door station features
- System and zone trigger outputs
- SPST relay for controlling 3rd party devices
- Installs and sets up without a PC ready to run 2 iPortTM docks and IR controlled sources
- Setup software available for download and allows customization and full macro programmability
- Rack mountable using the RMK3 Rack Mount Kit 3U Sold Seperately
- Available in 120VAC and 240VAC versions
- 2 Year Limited Warranty
Specifications:
General
- Keypad RJ45 Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300ma @ 12vdc per zone
- Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12VAC 50/60 Hz
- Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440 W
Weight
- Unit Weight / Carton Weight . . . 25lbs (11.3kg) / 28lbs (12.7kg)
Dimensions
- With Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17"W x 4 1/8"H x 16 1/2"D
Difficulty:
Moderate: Requires some experience with electrical wiring.
Install Time:
30 Min for Main Unit
45 Min for Each Room
What You'll Need:
- Screwdriver
- Hammer
- Double Gang Boxes
- Wire Stripper
- Sheetrock Saw
- RJ45 Crimp Tool
Product Manuals:
Basic Installation Steps
Step 1: Pre-Wire The House;
- Run a Cat5 Wire from the AH66T Location to each Keypad Location. (Lable each Wire for room and Zone location)
- Mount a Single-Gang Electircal box at each Keypad Location.
- Run a 2 conductor speaker wire (14 or 16 gauge) from the AH66T to each speaker Location. (Lable each Wire for room and Zone location)
- Install the optional Pre-Construction speaker bracket
Step 2: Install Aton AH66T Amplifier
- Install the Aton AH66T Amplifier in a well ventelated area
- Install the Music Sources near the Aton AH66T (CD, Cable Box, iPod...)
- Terminate the Cat5 cables with an RJ45 connector using the T568A scheme
- Strip 1/4" of insulation from the end of each speaker wire. Tightly twist the end of each wire until no frayed ends remain.
- Connect Speaker wire to the AH66T using pre-labled wires per zone. Use common color scheme of R +- and L+-
Step 3: Install Zone Keypads
- Terminate the Cat5 cables with an RJ45 connector using the T568A scheme
- Connect the Keypad to the Cat5 Cable
- Install the Keypad into the electrical box and install the cover plate.
Step 4: Install Speakers
- Strip 1/4" of insulation from the end of each speaker wire. Tightly twist the end of each wire until no frayed ends remain.
- Connect speaker wire Use common color scheme of R +- and L+- as used on Amplifier.
- Install into Ceiling Cut-out Bracket or Pre-Cut Hole.
- Install Speaker Grilles
* These installation steps are written by our technicians and are designed to give customers a basic knowledge of the install process. We are not responsible for any installation problems that may result from any grammatical or informational errors. When installing always refer to the manufacturers' installation manual.