Multiple control methods bring flexibility and value
to all g! installations. The M86A accommodates
up to 12 TS2L touchpads (two per zone) while also
linking ELAN Via!Net controlled devices. Source
specific IR outputs control each of the systems eight
audio sources. The six sense input triggers are used
for conditional programming and to activate events
like a lights-on sequence at night with a garage
door opening. The unit also provides connections
for Page and Doorbell options with the C2 Communications
Controller.
The M86A has the switching muscle to bring all
the benefits of g! multi-room control to the most
expansive and sophisticated of client installations.
With eight audio sources and six zones, the M86A
can be stacked to support up to 24 zones. Driven by
a cool running 30 Watt per channel internal amplifier,
the unit also features 12 variable or fixed preamp
outputs to feed external amplifiers. This allows
extra power for either outdoor coverage or a large
zone with multiple speakers. Buffered loop audio
outputs allow for system expansion or sources to
be shared with home theater components without
signal degradation. Programmable turn-on settings
allow independent zone control for bass, treble and
volume with on-the-fly adjustments. Also source
leveling matches the volume of each audio source
input for smooth source switching.