Russound IPK-1 Single Gang IP Keypad User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Russound
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IPK-1 Single Gang IP Keypad
User Manual
IPK-1 Single Gang IP Keypad
Thank you for your purchase of the IPK-1 keypad.
The IPK-1 is designed to provide easy access and convenient control to a room
or zone using any of the following Russound audio systems:
MCA-66: MBX-PRE
MCA-88: MBX-AMP
The IPK-1 uses a wired Ethernet connection to connect to the same network as
your Russound audio system. It is PoE powered so a single Ethernet cable is
the only connection that needs to be made to the IPK-1.
Configuration is simple and the only step needed is to associate or “pair” the
IPK-1 with the room or zone that it will be controlling. This is done through
Russound’s web config configuration tool on your Russound audio device.
Once paired, the buttons on the IPK-1 will control the most commonly needed
audio commands as well as give you immediate access to volume control.
While the Russound audio systems can be controlled by an app, many users
prefer having a dedicated keypad that is always available without having to
pull out their phone, navigate to the Russound app, and then navigate to the
room they want to control.
The IPK-1 is designed to intuitively control your system without interfering
with your lifestyle. For example, the volume LEDs only illuminate when the
volume is adjusted. The status LED is designed to turn off when your audio
system is not in use so that the LED will never light up a dark bedroom at
night.
Installation
- Insert the CATS PoE cable that is connected to the same network as your Russound system into the rear of the IPK-1. The IPK-1 will power on and automatically look for
and install any available firmware updates. When ready for configuration, the status LED will blink yellow.
- Using the supplied screws, attach the IPK-1 securely to the wall box or
P-ring. Attach the appropriate Decora® wall-plate to the front of the IPK-1.
The wall plate is NOT included and must be purchased separately.
- Pair your IPK-1 with the appropriate Russound audio zone that it will be controlling. Pairing is initiated from the Russound audio product’s Web Config configuration hosted webpage. To pair an IPK-1 in the Kitchen with the Kitchen zone of your Russound audio system, go to the Kitchen’s Zone Setup section of Web Config, then go to the Keypad Pairing section and select “Start”. On MCA-Series devices, go to the Zone Setup section and then select “Edit” to get to the Pairing option.
This will send a signal to all connected IPK-1 keypads on the network to enter their Pairing Mode. Go to the IPK-1 in the Kitchen and press and hold Favorite 1 and Favorite 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds or until the status LED blinks twice. The Kitchen’s IPK-1 is now paired with the Kitchen Zone of your Russound system and is ready for use.
Color Change
The IPK-1 comes with both white and black buttons and decora inserts. To
change the color, start with the IPK-1 removed from the wall and use a small.
flat screwdriver. gently press any of the four locking tabs inward until the
Decora insert cover can be removed. Separate the rubber button insert from the
button panel and insert it into the new color button panel. Insert the new
button panel with the rubber pad onto the IPK-1 until the four locking tabs
snap into place. 
Status LED
The status LED will indicate the current status of the configured audio zone.
MCA-Series Zone
When the zone is powered off, the status LED will be OFF
When the zone is powered on, the status LED will be GREEN
MBX-Series Zone
When the player is STOPPED, the status LED will be OFF
When the device is PLAYING, the status LED will match the status LED of the
paired MBX
Other Status LED Conditions
| Device Bootup | Solid Yellow |
|---|---|
| Network Connection Error | Slow Blinking Yellow (once per second) |
| IPK-1 is not paired with a Russound audio zone | Blinking yellow (twice per |
second)
Pairing Mode| Blinking Green (twice per second)
Firmware Update in Process (do not remove power)| Fast Blinking Green (four
times per second)
OPERATION
Volume Up/Down
Press to adjust the volume in small increments.
Press and hold to ramp the volume quickly up or down.
The volume LEDs will turn on briefly to show the current volume level.
Play/Pause
Press to toggle between Play/Pause. Use this button to quickly stop the music
and again to resume it.
Power
MCA-Series Zones
Press to toggle the Zone On or Off. If a source is actively playing and
selected for the zone, it begins playing immediately when the zone is turned
on. To start your favorite music playing, press a pre-stored Favorite button
and it will automatically turn the zone on and select and start the
appropriate source.
Press and\Hold to send an “All Off” command to turn off all compatibleRussound
devices.
MBX-Series
Press to stop the currently playing music. Press and Hold to send an “All Off”
command to turn off all compatible Russound devices.
Zone Favorite Buttons
Press to play a pre-stored Zone Favorite. Press and hold to store the
currently playing selection as a Favorite. These Favorites are zone-based.
Each audio zone of your system has a separate set of Favorites, and these
Favorites are separate from those that you access in the Russound App.
Skip Back
Press once to return to the beginning of the currently playing track.
Press twice quickly to play the previously playing track.
Skip Forward
Press to skip to the next track.
Storing a Favorite:
While playing audio in the room, press and hold the desired Favorite button
(1, 2, 3, or 4) briefly until the status LED flashes once in order to store
the currently playing selection as a Favorite.
Keep in mind that some content cannot be stored as a Favorite. For example,
content that is being cast using Chromecast or AirPlay cannot be stored as a
Favorite. If you have any trouble storing and playing a Favorite, we recommend
using the Russound app to try to store the same content as a Favorite. If the
item cannot be stored, the app can provide additional messaging and
information for you.
Playing a Favorite
Press/tap the Favorite button (1, 2, 3, or 4) to start playing the audio
content that you have stored for that particular Favorite.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the IPK-1 should ever become unresponsive, a reboot command can be sent to
it by pressing and holding the two bottom-most buttons, Volume Down and Power
simultaneously for 5 seconds until the status LED turns solid yellow. The
IPK-1 will reboot and should begin working normally again. The IPK-1 can also
be rebooted by cycling the PoE power. Many network switches allow this to be
done remotely via the switch configuration webpage or control app.
Relocating an IPK-1 to a different room or zone is simple. Using WebConfig on
your Russound audio device, re-activate pairing mode and simply re-pair the
IPK-1 with its new zone. After the 60-second pairing mode period ends, any
unconfigured IPK-1 status LEDs will blink yellow twice per second to indicate
they are not paired.
Factory Reset
If you wish to restore an I PK-1 to its factory default state, press, and hold
the recessed factory reset switch located behind the faceplate on the left
side for 10 seconds until the status LED flashes red 4 times. The factory
reset of the switch is only accessible with the IPK-1 removed from the wall.
The IPK-1 must be powered by the PoE CAT5 cable in order to be reset.
WARRANTY
Visit russound.com for warranty information
Russound
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Telephone: 603.659.5170
Email:
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IPK-1
Single Gang IP Keypad
IPK-1
The IPK-1 is designed to provide easy access and convenient control to a room
or zone using any of the following Russound audio systems*MCA-66, MCA-88, MBX-
PRE, or MBX-AMP. While the Russound audio systems can be controlled by an app,
many users prefer having a dedicated keypad that is always available without
having to pull out their phone, navigate to the Russound app, and then
navigate to the room they want to control. The IPK-1 is designed to
intuitively control your system without interfering with your lifestyle. For
example, the volume LED only illuminates when the volume is adjusted. The
status LED is designed to turn off when your audio system is not in use so
that the LED will never light up a dark bedroom at night.
Key Features
Simple Configuration, No Programming Needed
Controls a Russound Audio Zone
Provides Easy to Use Interface for Audio Control and Favorites
POE Powered: 802.3af (Power supply not included)
*Works with:** MCA-66, MCA-88, MBX-AMP, MBX-PRE
Includes Black and White Decora Inserts. Decora wall plate NOT included and
must be purchased separately
Requires a Wired Ethernet Connection
Mounting Depth Behind Faceplate: 1-1/32”(26.2 mm)
- Refer to the Russound website for the latest product compatibility.
Keypad Overview
Favorite Buttons
Press to play a pre-stored Favorite (1, 2, 3, or 4)
Press and hold to store the currently playing content as a Favorite.
Skip Back
Press once to return to the beginning of the currently playing track.
Press twice quickly to play the previously playing track.
Skip Forward
Press to skip to the next track.
Volume Up/Down
Press to adjust the volume in small increments.
Press and hold to ramp the volume quickly up or down.
The volume LEDs will turn on briefly to show the current volume level.
Play/Pause
Press to toggle between Play/Pause. Use this button to quickly stop the music
and again to resume it.
Power
MCA-Series Zones
Press to toggle the Zone On or Off – If a source is actively playing and
selected for the zone, it begins playing immediately when the zone is turned
on.
Press and Hold to send an “All Off” command to turn off all compatible
Russound devices.
MBX-Series
Press to stop the currently playing music. Press and Hold to send an “All Off”
command to turn off all compatible Russound devices.
Installation
What’s In The Box
1 IPK-1
1 Installation Guide
1 Set of Mounting Screws
1 Decora Insert – White
1 Decora Insert – Black
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