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playback levels. The amplifier will automatically revert to

“Standby” (green) when it has cooled. Be sure to correct the

problem before continuing to use the amplifier.

Red

DC Offset

– Excessive DC offset is present at the amplifier

output. If there are any unusual noises coming from the
loudspeaker, immediately disconnect the amplifier from the AC
power. Please refer to the above section “DC Offset” for
additional troubleshooting details.

Flashing Red

Blown Fuse

– The amplifier has blown an internal fuse due to

excessive loading or a short-circuit at the output. Remove the
unit from the system and return it to your dealer or authorized
repair center for inspection and fuse replacement.

Violet

Low AC Line Voltage

– The AC line voltage has dropped

below 75% of normal, or has lost AC power altogether. The
amplifier will automatically revert to “Standby” (green) when
the AC power is restored to normal.

Flashing Violet

Configuration Mode

– The unit has been placed into the

“Configuration Mode”. Please refer to the chapter
“Customization and Configuration for additional details. It will

automatically revert to “Standby” (green) after ten seconds.

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Summary of Contents for MX-R

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...tents Welcome to Ayre 2 Connections and Installation 3 Controls and Operation 7 Customization and Configuration 10 Numbers and Specifications 14 In Case of Trouble 15 Statement of Warranty 21 A Place...

Page 3: ...a live performance are apparent from the first listening The combination of superb resolution and a natural relaxed quality will draw you into the music time and time again This level of performance...

Page 4: ...a shelf The Ayre MX R produces a moderate amount of heat during operation Be sure to provide at least three inches 75 mm of air space above the amplifier and two inches 50 mm on each side to allow fo...

Page 5: ...control A balanced input connector is provided to achieve the highest sound quality Should it be necessary to connect a single ended preamplifier or source component high quality adapters are availabl...

Page 6: ...tains both an input and an output Both ports function identically and may be used interchangeably AyreLink connections are made with commonly available two line telephone line cords using modular RJ 1...

Page 7: ...Link components in your system the MX R amplifiers may also be controlled by a trigger output from another component In this case connect the AyreLink ports of your amplifiers in daisy chain fashion a...

Page 8: ...ting state Status LED and Standby Button There is a status LED on the amplifier s front panel that indicates the operational status of the unit The status LED on the front panel is also the standby bu...

Page 9: ...audio system Linked components will turn on automatically with the touch of a single button and other features are also available Operate The AyreLink system transmits the Operate command sequentially...

Page 10: ...nt will cause a matching change in all linked components including the status LED of the MX R amplifier There is no directly accessible brightness control for the status LED on the MX R However if the...

Page 11: ...ons port However if there are no other AyreLink components available the brightness level may be set while in the configuration mode To enter the configuration mode make sure that the amplifier has be...

Page 12: ...fier will make the same change on all linked amplifiers Trigger Control A trigger control allows one component to control the Standby state of another component If there are no other AyreLink componen...

Page 13: ...ctor appropriate for the component with the trigger output Please refer to the owner s manual of that component for details The trigger voltage should be between 5 and 12 volts DC for proper operation...

Page 14: ...nd Operate states duplicating the action of the front panel button The front panel button remains operative when the trigger input is used Therefore using the front panel button will put the amplifier...

Page 15: ...Input Impedance 2 M balanced 1 M per phase XLR Input Polarity Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Non inverting Positive Pin 3 Inverting Negative Gain 26 dB Frequency Response DC 250 kHz Power Consumption 45 watts in...

Page 16: ...protection circuitry In this case the amplifier will shut down the front panel status LED will glow orange and the front panel button will be inoperative If the amplifier is linked to an AyreLink equ...

Page 17: ...nal power supply fuses protect both the loudspeakers from excessive current and the amplifier from short circuits If one of these fuses blows the amplifier will not operate and the status LED will fla...

Page 18: ...e If the amplifier is linked to an AyreLink equipped preamplifier with an alpha numeric display a message indicating that a low AC line voltage condition exists will be displayed on the front panel of...

Page 19: ...with an alpha numeric display a message indicating that the amplifier has a DC offset will be displayed on the front panel of the preamplifier If there are any unusual noises coming from the loudspea...

Page 20: ...is linked to an AyreLink equipped preamplifier with an alpha numeric display restoring operation of the amplifier will clear any messages displayed on the front panel of the preamplifier Messages may...

Page 21: ...ifier has blown an internal fuse due to excessive loading or a short circuit at the output Remove the unit from the system and return it to your dealer or authorized repair center for inspection and f...

Page 22: ...made through an authorized Ayre dealer or distributor Warranty Statement 1 If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship of this Ayre product within the warranty period the unit will be re...

Page 23: ...ranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose shall be strictly limited in duration to five years from the date of original purchase and upon expiration of the...

Page 24: ...A Place for Notes 23...

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