Xantech Door MRKP2 User Manual

Safety Information  
Read Information — All the safety and operating information should be read before the  
appliance is operated.  
Follow Information — All operating and use information should be followed.  
Retain Information — The safety and operating information should be retained for  
future reference.  
Heed Warnings — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions  
should be heeded.  
Wall Mounting — Mounting of this appliance should be done only by an authorized  
installer.  
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
Non-Use Periods — Appliances that are left unattended and unused for long periods of  
time should be de-energized.  
MRKP2  
Water — Do not use the apparatus near water.  
Keypad controller  
Cleaning — Unplug the controller unit (MX88/MRC88m/MRAUDIO8x8m) from the  
power outlet before cleaning the MRKP2. Use only a dry cloth to clean the apparatus.  
North American Standard  
Object and Liquid Entry — Never insert objects of any kind through the openings of  
these appliances, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-circuit parts that  
could result in a fire or electric shock. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall  
and liquids are not spilled into the appliance through openings in the enclosure.  
Servicing — Do not attempt to service these appliances yourself, as opening or  
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all  
servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Damage Requiring Service — These appliances should be serviced by qualified  
service personnel when:  
A power supply connection or a plug has been damaged or  
If liquid has been spilled into the appliance or objects have fallen into the appliance  
or  
The appliance has been exposed to water or moisture or  
The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in  
performance or  
The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.  
Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service  
technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the  
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,  
electric shock, or other hazards. The Master Control Unit battery should be replaced  
only after turning the power off and only by an authorized installer.  
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Definitions  
Zone  
1. Introduction  
The Xantech MRKP2 is a full-featured zone controller specifically designed for  
multi-room systems based on the MX88 series, MRC88m, or MRAUDIO8x8m  
multi-room controllers. It has been designed to take advantage of all major  
features and capabilities of the MX88. The MRKP2 features hard buttons for  
source selection, volume control, mute, and power. It is also capable of  
controlling all connected sources via hard buttons, its super-bright TFT LCD  
touch-screen, or its built-in IR receiver.  
A Zone is defined as an area of the house that has separate source selection  
capabilities from all other areas of the house. Typically, a zone is comprised of  
a single room, but it is possible for a zone to spread across multiple rooms  
(kitchen/dining room, master bedroom/master bath) or for multiple zones to be  
contained in one room (game room/bar area or multiple zones in the yard).  
Source  
The Xantech MX88 System sets a new standard in whole-house audio/video  
distribution, audio amplification, and control/automation. The MX88 System  
consists of the MX88 controller/amplifier, keypads or touch-panels to control  
each zone, and wireless or wired web-enabled devices such as the Apple®  
iPad® for controlling all zones and the entire system. When combined with IR,  
RS232, or IP controlled (IP on select models only) meta-data-rich audio/video  
sources and home automation components, the MX88 becomes a very capable  
and self-contained system for controlling virtually everything within a  
household.  
A Source is any audio (or audio/video) device that is connected to the MX88  
source input. Any Source can be heard or viewed in any zone in the system.  
MRKP2 Features  
Fits in recommended North American standard two gang electrical  
back boxes.  
2.4” touch-screen 16-bit Color TFT LCD display  
Displays multiple lines of meta-data and menu navigation lists  
Full-featured keypad with navigation and select hard buttons.  
Selectable keypad backlight color  
Includes a screwless wall plate  
Quick Plug and Play Installation – No PC Software Programming  
Required.  
Hot Swappable – no need to shut down and reset system when upon  
connection of keypad  
Supports Xantech QuickConfig  
Built-In interference resistant (CFL, LCD, Plasma) IR receiver for  
system and source control  
Built-in connecting blocks for use with optional Xantech external IR  
receiver and IR emitters.  
MRKP2 Accessories  
KCK2 color change kit – converts MRKP2 to black, almond, or ivory  
MREM handheld remote  
MRC44CB1 connecting block with 782ERGPS High Current AC  
adaptor – for connecting multiple MRKP2s within a system – see  
sections 2 and 3 of this manual for further details  
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Pre-Construction  
2. System Design Overview/Applications  
In a pre-construction installation, walls and ceilings are open with no drywall  
installed. This is desirable and allows the installer greater access than in retro-  
fit applications. Before actually running any wire or cable, take the time to look  
around each room or area of the house and plan your wire paths for maximum  
efficiency. Look for routes through uncluttered parts of the stud wall or ceiling  
that allow you to group all low-voltage (video, speaker wires, CAT-5, telephone,  
etc.) wires wherever possible. It is a good practice to label both ends of all  
cables and to protect wires by tying a plastic bag over the ends.  
Important Notes  
A recommended electrical back box is always required for installation of this  
product (see specifications).  
The MRKP2 is specifically designed to work with the MX88 series, MRC88m,  
and MRAUDIO8x8m (Firmware ver. 3.16 at the time of writing this manual –  
always check the Xantech web site www.xantech.com to make sure that you  
are running the latest available firmware version). It is NOT designed to work  
with MRC88, MRAUDIO8x8, MRC44, MRAUDIO4x4, or BXAUDIO4x4.  
Note: Do not run low-voltage wires closer than 12" from high-voltage wires. If  
necessary, cross low-voltage wires at a 90º angle to prevent interference.  
Retro-Fit Wiring/ Post Construction  
For the sake of simplicity, we regularly make singular references to MX88  
throughout this manual. Please note that these statements apply equally to  
MRC88m and MRAUDIO8x8m as well.  
Retro-fit installations are more difficult to complete than pre-construction  
because walls and ceilings are intact. Typically wires must be fished into  
position through walls, floors and ceilings. Holes must be cut; speakers  
mounted directly in the ceiling or walls with no electrical back- brackets and  
keypads and local source wall plates must be mounted in existing drywall.  
The MRKP2 boasts full source control capability and a super bright TFT LCD  
touch-screen and its current draw is therefore slightly higher than lesser  
featured keypads such as the MRKP1/1E. As a result, in installations where  
long CAT5 cable runs (see specifications section) are required and/or more  
than one keypad is used per zone, MRC44CB1 connecting blocks and  
782ERGPS High Current AC Adaptors may be required to be installed before  
the first keypad for that zone.  
Pre-Wiring  
Wiring between MX88 and MRKP2E  
The MX88 and all associated components are wired using CAT-5, CAT-5e,  
CAT-6, or CAT-7 cable terminated to the T568A or T568B Wiring Standard  
(Figure 2.1). Please note that all references made throughout this manual to  
CAT-5 apply to CAT-5e, CAT-6, and CAT-7 as well. When pre-wiring the  
system, run lengths of CAT-5 from the pre-determined MRC88m location to  
each Keypad or Touch Panel location. The CAT-5 cable routes all Power,  
Control, Communication, and IR information needed for full system operation.  
Important: While there are two wiring standards, it is very important to be  
consistent to one configuration throughout the entire system. Otherwise, the  
system will not operate.  
The MRKP2/MRKP2E and MRKP1/1E use a newer, faster keypad  
communications protocol than the old MRC88KP keypad, and therefore the  
MRC88KP keypads cannot be used in the same zone together with MRKP2/2E  
or MRKP1/1E. The MRKP2/2E and MRKP1/1E can however be used together  
in the same zone.  
Planning  
Before installing the MRKP2, it is essential to have a detailed and accurate  
system design. The first step to a good design is to map the system. It is  
advisable to mark up a copy of the house floor plan with speaker, keypad and  
equipment locations, etc. Make sure that all locations are decided upon before  
pre-wiring so that all necessary wiring and installation hardware is in place.  
It is essential that ALL system components are accounted for prior to the pre-  
wire stage. After establishing design goals, make a detailed list of all  
components. Include source equipment, keypad, expansion hubs, local source  
wall plates, IR emitters, etc. Always fully test all actual components to be  
installed before taking them to the jobsite. This will help streamline and  
expedite any troubleshooting on site in case it becomes necessary.  
Speaker Wiring from MX88 to each zone  
Speaker wiring will need to be separately routed from the MX88 to each zone.  
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MRKP2 – FRONT PANEL  
NAVIGATION BUTTONS  
UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT,  
ENTER/SELECT (center button)  
POWER  
ON/OFF  
INTERNAL IR  
SENSOR  
MAIN  
DISPLAY  
“X” (SETUP)  
SCAN  
scan  
skip  
FWD/RRW  
volume  
VOLUME  
UP/DN  
TRACK SKIP  
NEXT/PREV  
MUTE  
PLAY  
Figure 2.1: T568A and T568B Wiring Standard  
RJ45 Connector at  
Controller/Amplifier  
PAUSE  
Wire Color  
white/orange  
orange  
Pin #  
Signal  
STOP  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
485 +  
485 -  
white/green  
blue  
12V RET  
IR RET  
IR  
white/blue  
green  
+12V  
Figure 2.3: MRKP2 Keypad layout and Main display  
white/brown  
brown  
Attn. 485  
IR Loop Back  
Notes:  
Cat 5  
Cable  
RJ45 Connector  
at Keypad  
Wire Color  
white/orange  
orange  
Pin #  
Signal  
Tone Control functions of the MRKP2 can be entered by pressing the  
Next arrow once inside a source control page. Please note that each of  
the three controls can be returned to their center position by tapping  
the center of each bar.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
485 +  
485 -  
white/green  
blue  
12V RET  
IR RET  
IR  
white/blue  
green  
+12V  
white/brown  
brown  
Attn. 485  
IR Loop Back  
Unlike older keypads, and due to the unique and streamlined functional  
set-up of the MRKP2E’s buttons, “press-and-hold” tier 2 functions are  
not supported. However, Tier 2 button IDs and the macros underneath  
them are available through Universal Dragon.  
Figure 2.2: MX88 – MRKP2 Pin-out diagram for Cat-5 cable  
(T568B configuration)  
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Installation  
The MRKP2 is designed to mount in a standard two gang electrical back-box  
(see Specifications sections for details). Typical mounting height is 56-60  
inches (1.53 meters) from the floor to the bottom of the frame. This provides  
optimum “eye-level” viewing for the largest number of people.  
MRKP2 – REAR CONNECTORS  
XANTECHCORP.  
MRKP2-050710000077  
Route the CAT-5 cable from the MX88 into the back of the electrical back-box,  
terminate it with an RJ-45 connector after it is passed through the electrical  
back-box. Connect it to the appropriate RJ-45 connector on the rear of the  
MRKP2 (“CONTROLLER” for connecting to MX88, or “EXPANSION” if  
connecting to an extension keypad). If using an IR Receiver, strip the ends of  
three conductors of the IR receiver’s cable and insert into the appropriate  
terminals of the IR Input terminal block shown in Figure 3.1.  
TERMINATION  
JUMPER  
JP1  
SENSOR  
ENABLE  
JP3  
JP1  
TERMINATION  
EXTERNAL  
IR SENSOR  
CONNECTING  
BLOCK  
Once connections are made, mount the MRKP2 into the electrical back-box  
using the two provided screws. Mount the Trim Plate Bracket as shown in the  
Figure 2.5 on next page, and then snap the Screw-less Trim Plate in place.  
TO MRC88m/MX88  
CONTROLLER PORT  
TO EXPANSION  
KEYPAD  
Note: Do not mount the MRKP2 in the same electrical back- box as high  
voltage devices such as electrical outlets or switches.  
IR GND  
OUT  
IN-ZONE  
IR EMITTER  
CONNECTING  
BLOCK  
MRKP2  
Figure 2.4: Rear connector board of MRKP2 Keypad  
TWO-GANG  
EL  
E
RICAL  
C
T
Note: The IR Out feature on this keypad comes disabled from the factory and if  
needed, it should be enabled using the Xantech Universal Dragon  
programming software.  
BACK-BOX  
MOUNTING SCREWS (6-32 x ¾”)  
Note: Mounting screws are included with most electrical back-boxes.  
Extra mounting screws are also included with the MRKP2 product in case  
the back-box screws are not supplied or are somehow not suitable for use.  
TRIMPLATE  
Figure 2.5: MRKP2 keypad installation in U.S. standard two gang back-box  
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Note:  
1. There are four keypads maximum per zone. Remove termination  
3. Connections  
MRKP2 to MX88 and Expansion Keypads  
jumper on all keypads except for the last keypad (see location of JP1  
on Fig 2.4). Each expansion keypad must each have its own unique  
address. (see Installer Settings menu on Section 4 of this manual).  
Each RJ-45 connector under each PREAMP OUT (1 – 8) is considered a “Zone  
port”. This Zone port interfaces with MRKP2 Keypad through CAT-5 cables.  
These connectors carry command/control information between the keypad and  
the MX88. Connect CAT-5 cables terminated to an RJ-45 connector from each  
Keypad to the corresponding RJ45 connector of the MX88 as shown below.  
(See Specifications section for maximum length of Cat-5 cables)  
2. Long CAT5 cable runs and/or the use of more than one keypad per  
zone will require the use of MRC44CB1 and 782ERGPS High Current  
AC adaptors. Please see Important Notes on page 6 and the  
Specifications page for more details.  
Zone 4  
IR emitter  
Zone 1  
IR emitter  
Internal IR Receiver  
The internal IR receiver is located beneath the keypad’s face plate between the  
POWER and “X” buttons (see Figure 2.3). The internal IR receiver receives IR  
commands for the MRKP2 and for the MX88. It will also pass-thru IR remote  
control commands to audio sources, via an emitter, to each of the sources  
connected to the MX88. The internal IR receiver is interference friendly.  
However, some optically noisy environments may require the use of an external  
IR receiver. (See Figure 3.1 for details on using an external IR receiver)  
Compatible Handheld remotes  
MRC88m Rear  
Zone 1  
Zone 2  
Zone 8  
The MRKP2’s can be controlled with a Xantech handheld remote controller,  
such as a Xantech RC68 or MREM is for accessing control functions of the  
source such as navigation, menu, and transport controls. Other programmable  
Xantech remotes such as XTR39 can also be used. The list of RC68 codes is  
the Products page, under “MREM Code List”.  
XANTECH COR P.  
MRKP2 050710000077  
XANTECH COR P.  
MRKP2 050710000077  
XANTECH CORP.  
MRKP2 050710000077  
-
-
-
MAIN  
KEYPADS  
Note: RC68 commands may not be used with projects created in QuickConfig.  
MRC44CB1  
+
782ERGPS  
MRC44CB1  
+
782ERGPS  
MRC44CB1  
+
782ERGPS  
MRKP2 Rear  
MRKP2 Rear  
MRKP2 Rear  
XANTECH COR P.  
XANTECH COR P.  
XANTECH COR P.  
MRKP2 050710000077  
MRKP2  
-
050710000077  
MRKP2  
-
050710000077  
-
EXTENSION  
KEYPADS  
Figure 3.0: MRKP2 to MX88 with expansion keypads  
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External IR Receiver Connections  
4. MRKP2 Setup  
Use an external Xantech IR Receiver in cases where a hand-held remote  
needs to be pointed somewhere other than at the MRKP2 or in cases where  
additional interference requires the use of a different type of IR receiver or IR  
receiver mounting location. Typical IR Receiver locations are near a TV or other  
equipment such as a Local Source (DVD Player, A/V Receiver,…etc.). A CAT-  
5 cable can be used to extend the IR receiver’s wire, if necessary. Refer to the  
bottom of the Specifications section (page 19) for wiring instruction when using  
CAT-5 cable to extend the IR signal.  
Initial Power-up  
Whenever the MX88 or the keypad itself is reset, the MRKP2 will take  
approximately 1 minute to initialize. During most of this period of time, with the  
exception of first 5 seconds, the On/Standby LED will be illuminated in green as  
an indication that boot-up is in progress.  
QuickConfig  
The Xantech QuickConfig feature facilitates the setup of the MX88 system from  
a keypad without the use of a PC. Please refer to the QuickConfig Guide at  
www.xamtech.com/MX88 for details on setting up QuickConfig.  
By default, the MRKP2 External and Internal IR receivers are both active.  
Having both active, in some cases, can cause issues with IR signal reflection  
and/or multiple processing of the same IR command. In such specific cases it  
is advisable to disable the Internal IR when using an external IR receiver. The  
internal IR receiver can be disabled by removing jumper clip JP3 as shown  
below.  
Set-up menu  
To access the Main Setup Menu, press and hold down the “X” key for at least 5  
seconds.  
XANTECH  
IRRECEIVER  
Reset  
button  
IRSENSOR  
ENABLEJUMPER  
(JP3)  
XANTECH CORP.  
MRKP2-050710000077  
TOMRC88m  
CONTROLLER  
Once the Main Setup Menu is displayed on the touch screen simply touch and  
release the listed item to access more information or to make adjustments.  
TOEXPANSION  
KEYPAD  
Information - See Fig. 4.1  
Backlight Settings – See Fig. 4.2  
Installer Settings – See Fig. 4.3  
Save and Exit - Leave the Main Setup  
Menu and go back to normal display mode  
and save changes  
IN-ZONEIR  
EMITTER  
Exit without Saving - Leave the Main  
Setup Menu and go back to normal display  
mode without saving changes  
Figure 3.1: MRKP2 to External IR Connections  
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Fig. 4.3 Installer Settings  
Fig. 4.1 Information screen  
This menu facilitates adjustments that may be necessary during system  
installation, and should be accessed by factory authorized personnel  
only. To enter the Installer Settings menu, highlight “Installer Settings” by  
using the “UP” or “DOWN” navigation buttons (see Fig. 2.3 on page 9),  
press and release the ENTER/SELECT button so that the “Restricted”  
screen appears, and then press and hold the “ENTER/SELECT” button  
for longer than 5 seconds.  
Displays basic information about the unit.  
Press and release items on the list to display  
information about the unit and its current  
settings. No changes/adjustments can be  
made on this screen.  
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Important: While in Installer Settings menu, if “App Upgrade” is accidently  
selected, the keypad will enter and remain in application update mode, and will  
display “Please Restart The Keypad”. To exit this mode, press the “RESET”  
button behind the MRKP2 trim panel with a blunt object (see figure on page  
15). The keypad will reboot and display “Please Load Application Files”. Press  
the “RESET” button once again. This will conclude the application update  
process without installing new firmware, and the MRKP2 will return to normal  
operation. After the keypad returns to normal operation, it is advisable to reset  
the entire system by turning the MX88 off and back on. Please note that  
application update is to be performed by factory authorized personnel only, and  
the procedure to do so is not within the scope of this document.  
Fig. 4.2 Backlight Settings  
Allow adjustments of Button  
colors and brightness, Screen  
brightness, and Screen  
backlight timer.  
Other reference documentation  
Universal Dragon MX88 programming Instructions: MRKP2 and 2E:  
Download from www.xantech.com, under MRKP2 or MRKP2E  
QuickConfig Guide: Download from www.xantech.com, under MX88 or  
MRC88m  
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5. Troubleshooting  
6. Specifications  
Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
MRKP2 basic dimensions and cable lengths  
Verify wiring pin-out and RJ-  
45 crimp. Correct by re-  
crimping RJ-45 to CAT-5  
cable.  
1. RJ-45 plug crimped  
incorrectly; or wiring pin-  
out of RJ-45 reversed.  
4-1/2” (114mm) wide x 4-5/8” (117mm) high x 1/4”  
(6mm) deep  
Front panel dimensions  
Wall cutout  
Check RJ-45 to RJ-45  
connections with cable tester  
or voltmeter. +12V terminal  
on back of MRKP2 should  
read +9V DC or higher with  
the keypad on.  
Depends on electrical back-box used – see below  
2. Break or intermittent  
connection in CAT-5  
between Zone and “Head-  
End”.  
MRKP2 does not power  
up or resets itself  
randomly  
2-1/4” (57mm) for unit and wiring – actual  
mounting depth will depend on electrical back-box  
used  
Mounting depth  
3. CAT5 cable length  
exceeds specification, or  
more than one keypad is  
used in a zone.  
250 feet (75 meters) total per zone* If this  
distance is exceeded, a MRC44CB1 and  
782ERGPS should be placed right before the  
keypad.  
Max length Cat-5  
Cable* with 1 keypad  
per zone  
Use MRC44CB1 and  
782ERGPS 12V High Current  
AC Adaptor at keypad side,  
prior to the first keypad.  
Must use MRC44CB1 connecting block and  
782ERGPS 12V High Current AC adaptor at  
and before the first keypad. After the first  
keypad, each time a cable run exceeds 250  
feet (75 meters) total, another MRC44CB1  
and 782ERGPS will need to be added before  
the next keypad.  
The Next button on  
touchscreen or any  
other virtual button in  
top right corner of the  
screen is not  
Protect switch on  
MX88/MRC88m is left in  
Off position. Protect Off  
setting is only to be used  
during the QuickConfig  
setup.  
Max length Cat-5  
cable* with 1 keypad  
and 1, 2, or 3  
Return the Protect switch to  
On position and reset the  
MX88/MRC88m system  
expansion keypads  
operational  
1. Wiring: Incorrect wiring  
between MRKP2 and  
MRC88m.  
Verify and correct wiring.  
Replace IR emitter.  
32-104°F (0-40°C)  
0-90% Relative Humidity  
Operating Temperature  
& Humidity  
No control of IR  
sources  
2. IR emitter defective at  
source.  
Compatible Electrical back-boxes  
North American  
standard two gang  
electrical back boxes  
Carlon® BH235A, B232A-UPC, B225R-UPC,  
or BH234R  
Make sure IR Sensor Enable  
jumper is properly configured.  
(See Section 3 and Figure  
3.1)  
3. IR Enable jumper is set  
incorrectly  
* CAT5/5e/6/7 may be used. Cable quality may reduce this maximum length.  
Check to see if ambient light  
is shining on built in IR  
Extending external IR receiver  
connection with 3-wire cable  
Extending external IR  
receiver connection  
with Cat-5 cable using all 8  
conductors  
Use 4 striped wires for GND  
Use 2 solid wires for IR signal  
Use 2 solid wires for +12V  
receiver or in direct line with  
plasma TV noise. If the IR  
emitter is flashing when IR is  
not being sent, IR flooding is  
likely cause. Disable the built-  
in IR Receiver. Consider use  
of an external IR Receiver  
(see Fig 2.2 and 3.2).  
Intermittent IR source  
control  
Maximum allowable  
length (feet)  
IR flooding  
Size (AWG)  
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20  
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150  
300  
1000  
2000  
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Xantech Limited Warranty  
Xantech LLC (“Xantech”) warrants this product to be free defects in materials  
and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of documented  
purchase by the original consumer. Any products returned to Xantech and  
found to be defective by Xantech within the warranty period will be repaired or  
replaced, at Xantech’s option, at no charge. Xantech will not be responsible for  
the actual cost of the installation or removal of the product, nor for any  
incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion  
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation  
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may  
have additional legal rights that vary from state to state.  
Xantech® is a registered trademark of Xantech LLC  
Carlon® is a registered trademark of Thomas & Betts Corporation  
Apple® and iPad® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.  
All other trademarks are the properties of their registered owners.  
Xantech LLC  
13100 Telfair Avenue, Sylmar CA 91342 | Xantech.com  
Installation Instructions, MRKP2 © 2010 Xantech LLC  
Document #08905262B  
This document is copyright protected. No part of this manual may be copied or  
reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Xantech LLC. Xantech LLC  
shall not be liable for operational, technical, or editorial errors/omissions made in this  
document.  
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