Xantech MPCI Multi-room PC Control Interface is based on Autonomic Controls, Inc. MCS software, optimized for use with Xantech products. It brings the power of metadata-rich digital and web-based media to Xantech multiroom systems, enabling convenient and easy access to media diverse range of content throughout the home. Each audio stream is accompanied with its own content/menu navigation, metadata, and cover art (when available) via RS232 and IP connections between the worldwide web, a PC, and the Xantech system.

Allows playback of locally stored network content such as iTunes® and Windows Media Audio®, and cloud content such as Pandora®, Sirius Internet Radio®, XM-Online®, and RadioTime® (coming soon). Other web-based music services are planned for introduction at later dates. Up to 4 independent and simultaneous audio programs, controllable as 4 independent sources. Full metadata and menu navigation for each source. Album cover available for compatible sources. Supports IP and RS232 communication.

• Multiple streams of audio from a single PC
• Ultra fast and reliable operation
• Works with Windows 7, Vista, or XP: 32 or 64 bit
• Live transport and navigation feedback
• Displays “Now Playing” metadata such as artist, album, title, track progress, etc.
• Control iTunes, Windows Media Player, Pandora, XM Online, Sirius, Internet Radio, RadioTime (coming soon)

Controllable Media Players

• iTunes Version 7 or greater
• Windows Media Player 11

Supported Online Services

• XM Radio
• Sirius Internet Radio
• Pandora
• RadioTime (introduction TBD)

Independent Stereo Audio Outputs

• 3 per 5.1 sound card
• 4 per 7.1 sound card (Multiple sound cards supported)

Control Protocol

• RS-232 via MX88vi, MX88ai, MRC88m, or MRAUDIO8x8m
• IP via MX88vi, MX88ai, MRC88m with MRIP, and MRAUDIO8x8m with MRIP

PC and other hardware requirements

• Windows 7, Vista, or XP: 32 and 64 Bit
• 2GHz CPU
• 1GB RAM
• Sound card: On-board audio on current Intel and AMD motherboards, as well as Realtek based aftermarket cards, such as Soundblaster.
• RS232 interface (or approved USB to RS232) interface, if not using IP interface. If using RS232 or USB-to-RS232 interface, a separate RS232connection/port is required for each audio stream.
• IP interface (MX88vi, MX88ai, and/or MRC/MRA88m with MRIP IP Interface Module). In this configuration, only one IP port is required regardless of number of audio streams.
• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS): The use of UPS is strongly recommended, as it will prevent possible start-up or configuration issues caused by an unexpected AC power interruption to the host PC.

Network Requirements for internet-based services:

• A live (always-on) broadband internet connection (WAN) to the world wide web
• A good and uncongested LAN (Local Area Network) is also essential for high quality audio streaming

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To purchase a license for this software, please contact Xantech Customer Service at 1-800-843-5465 (Press 2).

IMPORTANT NOTES: 

1. The Xantech MPCI is a software that runs on a Windows PC. IT (computer network set up and configuration) know-how and custom installation expertise will be required during set-up.

2. Each purchased Xantech MPCI Windows software license is for use on one single computer, and only in conjunction with one Xantech MRIP, MX88vi, or MX88ai hardware.

3. Purchases of MPCI are non-refundable once a license key has been activated. Before purchasing a license, please read the system requirements in the MPCI Product Manual link http://www.xantech.com/files/manuals/MPCI_Software_Install_Guide.pdf on top right hand corner of this page carefully.

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