Altair MTX-416, Owner'S Manual

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3 MTX-416 - PROGRAMMABLE 4x16 INTERCOM MATRIX
1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the ALTAIR intercom matrix MTX-416 . There is a lot the
characteristics that make of the ALTAIR MTX-416 series one of the most highlighted in the audio
professional market, some are enumerated here:
The new Altair MTX-416 is a programmable Intercom Matrix allowing instant recall of up to 5
different presets. Each preset determines the allocation of up to 16 intercom lines into the 4 available
intercom channels.
The Matrix operates in vertical and exclusive mode, so any intercom equipment connected to line 1
for example can be addressed exclusively to one of the 4 channels.
Power to the lines is taken from the 4 intercom channels and distributed to the selected lines.
The design incorporates input and output link connectors for easy X and Y expansion of number of
channels and/or lines. An 8 channels to 32 lines matrix system can be done with 4 units.
The use of a Matrix in any medium to large size intercom system allows for daily instant
reorganization of the full intercom functionality and the ability for easy reconfiguration by the system
administrator.
The unit can also be used as an 4 in to 16 out Audio matrix and by using the reverse mode, it can be
operated as a 16 in to 4 out matrix-selector operating in horizontal exclusive mode.
Before beginning it is important to read this manual. This manual will help you to install and use
your new intercom matrix. It is very important to read it carefully, mainly the paragraphs marked as
NOTE, PRECAUTION and DANGER, for your security.
Save the original packing, you can re-use it to transport the unit.
NEVER SHIP THE ALTAIR MTX-
416 WITHOUT ITS ORIGINAL PACKING .