Description
The MBX-PRE Streaming Audio Player is designed to offer a simple-to-install and simple-to-configure streaming media solution to add high quality streaming audio content to any audio system. The MBX-PRE can be used as a single stereo audio streaming source for a single room, or supply a single audio stream to a larger whole-house system through its easy-to-use analog line-level/digital (coax/optical) outputs.
The MBX-PRE allows for expansion to up to 32 streaming rooms of audio in a single installation with any combination of other MBX-Series streaming products from Russound. When paired with a Russound multi-room controller, system expansion is possible up to 8 independent audio sources and up to 48 total rooms of audio.
In addition to offering streaming audio from popular internet sources, the MBX-PRE also offers streaming of local UPnP™ compliant audio.
In addition, a built-in USB port allows users to connect an external flash drive or an externally powered USB hard drive for use as additional music sources.
LATEST UPDATE INFORMATION: AirPlay 2 is now available for the MBX-Series of Products
For questions about installation & setup visit our FAQ Page
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- Independent streaming audio player
- Built-in AirPlay 2 streaming with full metadata to iOS/Android apps or XTS7 touchscreens
- Built-in Chromecast for Audio support with full metadata to iOS/Android apps or XTS7 touchscreens
- Bluetooth Audio
- Hi-Res audio streaming support up to 24-bit/192 kHz
- USB for Flash or external USB Hard drive-based music collections
- Digital (PCM) and Analog Stereo Inputs
- Digital or analog output (analog output configurable as fixed or variable)
- Can be integrated (as a source) with a Russound MCA-66 or MCA-88 controller or standalone (as a zone) when used with any brand of amplifier or receiver
- Controllable with the Russound App and fully compatible with the Russound XTS7 in-wall touchscreen
- Bass, Treble, and Loudness settings available through the Russound App
- Supports local favorites
- Onboard browser-based configuration, accessible from a smartphone or tablet
- Mix and match with other MBX-Series components for versatile system designs
- Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20KHz
- Audio Outputs: Analog – Stereo Audio RCA, Digital Optical
- Line Audio Output: 2V rms
- Audio Inputs: 3.5mm Analog Stereo Audio, Digital Optical, USB2.0 Media Playback
- Communication Ports: Ethernet RJ45 10/100 BaseT
- Wi-Fi: 802.11ac, dual band
- Bluetooth Audio Support: Yes
- Trigger Output: 12vDC @100mA
- Music File Formats: MP3 (CBR, VBR), WAV (8, 16-bit), OGG Vorbis, FLAC (8, 16-bit). AAC, AAC+ (supports up to 24-bit/192kHz)
- Power Requirements: 12VDC, 1.25A
- Product Dimensions: 8.25”W x 7”D x 1.75”H (21cm W x 17.8cm D x 4.5cm H)
- Product Weight: 1 lb (0.45 kg)
- Shipping Dimensions: 9.9”W x 11.5” D x 4.1”H (25.1cm W x 29.2cm D x 10.6cm H)
- Shipping Weight: 2.65 lbs (1.2 kg)
MBX-PRE Product Manual: MBX-PRE Manual
MBX-PRE Product Guide: MBX-PRE Product Guide
Read Me First Document: MBX Read Me First
How to Chromecast with the MBX: MBX Chromecast Overview
Sharing Audio Content using the MBX-Series: Audio Sharing with the MBX-Series
For all other questions, visit our: FAQ Page
RIO Protocol for Driver Developers: RIO Protocol Version 1.16.01
{guest}Integrators: Login for additional documentation{/guest}
{user_group 10}NEW!: A Firmware Update for this product is now available{/user_group}
{user_group 10}Latest Firmware: The free firmware update is available now. Simply go to “Admin-Firmware Update” on WebConfig and select “Web Update”. The MBX-PRE or MBX-AMP will begin the update process which includes rebooting the product, so please make sure to leave power connected until the update process completes The update is very quick and your MBX will be back up and running again in a few minutes depending on the speed of your internet connection.{/user_group}
MBX Pre Front: MBX-Front-View, MBX-Angle View
MBX Pre Rear: MBX-PRE Rear Image
Please note that this product must be installed by a Russound Certified Installer.
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