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Default input configuration:

WP IN 1: 

 Microphone

WP IN 2: 

 Line

WP IN 3: 

 Module

WP IN 4: 

 

Dante 1 (optional)

WP IN 5: 

 

Dante 2 (optional)

WP IN 6: 

 

Dante 3 (optional)

WP IN 7: 

 

Dante 4 (optional)

WP IN 8: 

 

Dante 1+2 Stereo (optional)

Front control > Settings > Line out:

The line out settings menu leads you to a separate menu where the configurations for the line output connection 
can be made. This menu includes exactly the same settings as available for the amplified output of the amplifier 
(except irrelevant settings such as, standby, limiter and output type), with some additional linking settings which 
have to be configured here. The linking settings are available in the Line out > Output > Linking menu.

The functioning and configuration of the identical settings is described in the previous chapter, while here all 
additional settings will be explained. 

Front control > Settings > Line out > Output > Linking: 

Various linking settings (Link input, Link volume and Volume offset) are shown here. These settings allow 
permanent linking of both the amplifier and line output of the MFA.

Link input: 

 

Selectable between On / Off

Link volume: 

Selectable between On / Off

Volume offset: 

Selectable within a range of -70 dB ~ + 20 dB (Default= 0 dB)

Link input: 

When enabled, the input signal for the line output is permanently linked and following the selected input 

on the amplified output This is useful in installations where no individual source selection is required for the line 
output of the amplifier. The input selection menu for the line output is not accessible when the inputs are linked.

Priority

When the input for both channels is linked with each other and a priority situation occurs on one of both, the 
priority message will only be heard on the output the priority message is assigned to. The priority message won’t 
be heard on the linked output. In case this is desirable, the priority should be configured to the secondary output 
independently.

Link volume: 

When enabled, the volume for the line output is permanently linked and continuously following the 

configured volume on the amplified output. There will be only one volume fader shown on the main screen when 
the volumes are linked.

Offset: 

The offset parameter allows to configure a fixed difference in output level between the amplified and line 

output when the volumes are linked. This is useful in situations where both outputs require different levels with a 
constant correlation. The offset parameters indicates the difference in output level of the line output compared to 
the amplified output. Positive values indicate a louder level of the line out, while negative values are indicating a 
lower level of the line out.

Summary of Contents for Multi-functional SourceCon MFA208

Page 1: ...MFA208 216 User Manual www audac eu ...

Page 2: ...products is continuously improved and updated Therefore frequent firmware updates of your equipment are automatically downloaded and recommended To get a detailed and up to date explanation of all functions please check the latest up to date version of the manual which is available on the web page https manuals audac eu mfa208 or scan the QR code as shown below ...

Page 3: ...8 Wire up the system 9 Chapter 2 Front rear panel 10 Front panel overview 10 Front panel description 10 Rear panel overview 11 Rear panel description 11 Chapter 3 User interface configuration 13 Front panel control 13 Main 14 Module 14 Input selection 14 Settings 15 Inputs 15 Amplifier 15 Line out 19 General settings 20 Chapter 4 Setting up the system 24 Chapter 5 Installing the SourceCon module 2...

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Page 5: ...compatible module offering a true all in one solution Typical applications are the implementation of an audio streaming module or internet radio module Additionally a stereo line input allows connection for any kind of external audio sources A balanced mic line input allows connection for an announcement microphone or balanced line level signal with compatibility for condenser microphones using th...

Page 6: ...ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER UNPLUG THIS APPARATUS DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN UNUSED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME ONLY CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A MAINS SOCKET OUTLET WITH PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION THE MAINS PLUG OR APPLIANCE COUPLER IS USED AS THE DISCONNECT DEVICE SO THE DISCONNECT DEVICE SHALL BE READILY OPERABLE USE THE APPARATUS ONLY IN MODERATE CLIMATES CAU...

Page 7: ...with regular household waste at the end of its life cycle This regulation is created to prevent any possible harm to the environment or human health This product is developed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and or reused Please dispose this product at your local collection point or recycling centre for electrical and electronic waste This will make...

Page 8: ...e Ground White Left Red Right 3 Pin Terminal block For balanced signal input connections Left Signal XLR Pin 3 Center Signal XLR Pin 2 Right Ground XLR Pin 1 For balanced signal input connections For unbalanced signal input connections RS232 RS485 TCP IP The MFA has RS232 RS485 and TCP IP ports which all accept the same commands The complete command set to control the MFA is available in the MFA c...

Page 9: ...ce Control IP settings Web update TFTP NTP Timeserver UDP TCP TCP TCP UDP UDP Broadcast Unicast Unicast Unicast Unicast Unicast 30303 80 5001 5001 TBD 123 Wire up the system The wiring of the system must be done according to the following rules to guarantee a proper functioning of the system in all circumstances 1 RS 232 RS 485 connections wall control panels UTP FTP Cat5e cable or better 2 Speake...

Page 10: ...function dial This multifunctional dial allows easy one hand operation throughout the entire menu structure Browsing through the menu is done by rotating it while actions are made by pressing it 2 USB slot The USB slot is internally connected with the module slot and can be used for data storage media playback or any other supported functions if supported by the module Additionally the USB connect...

Page 11: ...ontrol of the system and its installed modules from any Ethernet supported device Various possibilities of Ethernet control are available including sending commands over TCP IP and full system control using the AUDAC Touch 2 application 6 Dante module connection optional The MFA amplifier can be expanded with an optional ANI44 DANTE module Using this module bi directional network based audio trans...

Page 12: ... Balanced mono sources can be connected to the microphone input which is implemented using a terminal block connector A gain control potentiometer adjusts the sensitivity within a range of 0 dB 50 dB which allows connection for both microphone or line level audio sources A phantom power switch enables 15 Volts phantom power supply for powering condenser microphones and a priority switch eliminates...

Page 13: ...stalled module Therefore it is not possible to describe the menu structure possibilities for each individual module in detail An overview of how the entire menu is constructed and how to navigate through it is given here Amplifier Line out AUDAC NMP40 Settings 20dB 20dB The front panel of the device includes a 2 8 graphical LCD display which is accompanied by four tactile push buttons left side an...

Page 14: ...counter clockwise down The output level can be adjusted within a range of 0 dB and 90 dB The currently selected input set output level and a mute indicator red green is shown on top of each fader Front control Module When module control is being selected the corresponding menu will be loaded The available functions and composition of this screen fully depend on the installed module and its functio...

Page 15: ...factors is done through pressing the Freq and Q buttons on the side When selected a pop up window will appears where the corresponding adjustments for each band can be made Adjustment of center frequencies is done by selecting the adjusting digit highlighted and confirming The value will increase or decrease through rotating the rotary selection dial Consecutive digits will increase when the maxim...

Page 16: ...nt control Settings Amplifier Output The output menu includes all the configuration settings which can be configured for the amplified output of the amplifier Front control Settings Amplifier Output Delay The delay function allows to enable a specific delay between the input and output signal which can be used for time alignment between different loudspeakers in one configuration It is configurabl...

Page 17: ... Customized presets can be made or typical loudspeaker presets can be downloaded and loaded into the amplifier Every preset is made and optimized for one specific type of loudspeaker This window indicates if any preset is currently loaded Presets meant for other than the connected loudspeakers may affect the performance and sound quality in a negative way while not providing optimal protection Cle...

Page 18: ...ed Front control Settings Amplifier Talkover The talkover menu allows to enable talkover functionality on the amplifier output This function is very similar with the priority functionality with the difference that talkover has a ducking parameter instead of a level parameter While the priority function completely suppresses all other music sources totally cuts the background music the talkover duc...

Page 19: ...the input signal for the line output is permanently linked and following the selected input on the amplified output This is useful in installations where no individual source selection is required for the line output of the amplifier The input selection menu for the line output is not accessible when the inputs are linked Priority When the input for both channels is linked with each other and a pr...

Page 20: ... the system The lock password is a four digit code which is default set to 0000 giving full access to the system without requiring any password to be entered If the configured password is different from 0000 the user will be requested to enter the password before any access to the systems is provided The configuration of the selected password can be made by selecting it The adjusting digit will be...

Page 21: ...sing USB functions can be found A USB flash disk should be inserted to the USB slot on the front of the amplifier and shall be formatted using FAT32 file system Connection The menu allows to switch the USB connection on front of the MFA between the module and main MFA system In its default configuration it is connected the installed module only if a supporting module is installed which offers func...

Page 22: ...urned Off and the IP of the local timeserver should be configured manually The procedure of entering a timeserver IP is identical to standard IP settings which are described in the IP settings chapter of this instruction manual Front control Settings General settings Update The MFA is supporting OTA over the air updates meaning that the device automatically searches for updates which are distribut...

Page 23: ...els multiple wall panels can be daisy chained on the RS 485 databus to one of both zones amplified output or zone output Select the zone Amplifier Line out to be controlled with the corresponding wall panel and click the Set Zone button The selected output number will start to blink on the display of the wall panel and after pressing the upper button on the desired wall panel it will be assigned t...

Page 24: ... MFA208 MFA216 4Ω 12 7V 4Ω 17 9V 8Ω 17 9V 8Ω 25 3V 16Ω 25 3V 16Ω 35 8V 62 5Ω 70V 31 25Ω 70V 125Ω 100V 62 5Ω 100V 80W 160W For operation in low impedance mode any loudspeaker or combination with an impedance higher or equal to 4Ω can be connected 4 Ω 4 Ω NOTE The output power in low impedance stereo mode is equal when used with 4Ω 8Ω or 16Ω loads This might look uncommon and strange however these f...

Page 25: ...is illuminating frequently without illuminating the clip LED indicator If the signal sounds too loud or distorted use the input level controls to attenuate as necessary to achieve the desired output level In case an internal SourceCon module is required as audio source refer to the chapter 5 of this instruction manual 3 Priority phantom muting The microphone input contains priority PRIO and phanto...

Page 26: ...ld be removed by releasing the screws on both ends Step 2 Before removing the modules from their protective bag we recommend touching the grounded metal chassis of the MFA or any other grounded point to prevent electrostatic discharges affecting the sensitive electronic components It is recommended to always hold the module card by the metal panel and avoid touching of the components on the circui...

Page 27: ...panel touches the chassis of the main device Step 5 Fasten the module into the slot using the included screws Be aware that damage or malfunctions may occur if the module is not correctly fastened Step 6 Once the modules is installed the system can be powered on and the module will be automatically discovered by the system software The audio signal is internally routed to the system and no externa...

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Page 29: ...ending of a correct output setting configuration in the Settings Amplifier Output and Output type menu Inputs Mic in Type Balanced microphone or mono line Connector 3 pin terminal block 3 81 pitch Sensitivity 0 dB 50 dBV Other Phantom power 15V DC Priority Line in Type Unbalanced stereo line Connector RCA 2x Sensitivity 4 dB 20 dBV Front line input Type Unbalanced stereo line Combined with Line in...

Page 30: ...hnology Class D Power supply Type Switching mode Range 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Power consumption Standby 9 5 Watt Idle 16 2 Watt 1 3 Rated power MFA208 50 Watt MFA216 72 Watt Operating temperature 0 40 95 Humidity Dimensions 218 x 44 x 300 mm Unit height 1 HE Weight MFA208 2 2Kg MFA216 2 35 Kg Optional accessories external MBS310 Rack mount kit For single 10 5 and side by side 19 mounting MWX45 Wall...

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