Martin Audio MA1.6s Specifications

Martin Audio – MA1.6 Power AmplifierCONTENTS (ENGLISH) Page No1 UNPACKING 22 WARNINGS 23 USER RESP

Do not use XLR and TRS jacks on the same channel simultaneouslyfor mixing or other purposes.Figure 6. Balanced lineTo use an unbalanced source, connec

5.7 Connecting speakersSpeaker connections are made via the two Neutrik NL4FC Speakonconnectors (1). These connectors meet the EC safety requirements.

6 OPERATION MODES6.1 Stereo operationFor stereo (dual channel) operation, leave the Link and Phase reverseswitches in the un-depressed position. In t

6.4 Stereo reverseThis mode is similar to the Tandem mono mode. Apart from depressing theLink switch, you also depress the Phase reverse switch, as in

7 OPERATION 7.1 Operation precautions• Make sure that the power switch is off before making any input or output connections or operating the switches

7.5 IndicatorsFigure 12. Front panel indicatorsThe two bottom green "ON" LED's indicate when the power supply andoutput stage is operat

Note that, if the signal is distorted or clipped before it reaches the amplifier,the clip limiter will not be activated.Under normal operation the cli

AC mains voltage protectionIf the AC mains voltage is outside the operational window (over or undervoltage), the power supply will automatically shut

Whilst the SMPS may sound complex it is actually very straightforward withhigh reliability. The net result is good bass and fast response. Because t

10 SPECIFICATIONS Safety approvalsMARTIN AUDIO MA Series amplifiers are designed to meet EN60065electrical safety standards. EMC approvalsEMC stands f

1 UNPACKINGEach Martin Audio MA Series amplifier is built to the highest standard andthoroughly inspected before it leaves the factory. After unpackin

11 APPENDIX A Mains voltage selectionAll Martin Audio MA Series amplifiers are normally shipped for 230 Volt ACoperation only.For use on 115 Volts AC,

12 MAINTENANCE Under normal use the amplifier should give years of trouble free service.The only user maintenance required from the user is to vacuum

13 WARRANTY GeneralThe MA1.6 Powered Amplifier is warranted to be free from defects incomponents and factory workmanship under normal use and service,

14 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MA1.6INPUT IMPEDANCE 20kohms (balanced) 10kohms single endedGAIN SELECT SWITCH 37.5dB (I/P sens 0.775V), 32dB (I/P sens 1.

MA1.6 Power AmplifierCentury Point, Halifax Road, Cressex Business Park, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 3SL, England. Telephone: +44 (0)1494 535

MARTIN AUDIOLONDONThe Martin ExperienceENGLISHMA1.6 Power AmplifierUser’s GuideCONTENTS<PRINTGUIDES>

3 USER RESPONSIBILITY3.1 Speaker damageMany loudspeakers can be easily damaged or destroyed by overpowering,especially with the high power available f

4 INTRODUCTIONThank you for purchasing a MARTIN AUDIO power amplifier. This manualcontains important information on operating your amplifier correctly

5. Fan grille filterA foam filter is located behind the front panel grille to prevent dust enteringthe amplifier.6. Power switchThis is used to power

5 INSTALLATION5.1 MountingThe amplifier is two rack units high (2U) and will mount in a standard EIA19'' rack. Amplifiers may be stacked dir

BROWN - LIVEBLUE - NEUTRALGREEN/YELLOW - EARTHOnce connected to a suitable AC supply, the amplifier can be started withthe power switch. When you pow

Martin Audio – MA1.6 Power AmplifierENGLISH8MAX OUTPUT POWER MAINS INPUT POWERPower Full Power 1/3 Power 1/8 Power Idlesine wave note 1 note 2MA1.6 8

There are also TRS jacks for linking etc. They are wired as follows:TIP - HOT (+)RING - COLD (-)SLEEVE - SHIELD/SIG. GROUNDFigure 4. TRS phone plugThe