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Launching HRAS Monitor 

To launch the application at times other than 
during installation:  

o

 

Double-click the shortcut icon on the 
Desktop. 

Note that for users of Windows

®

 XP with 

Service Pack 2, the following warning 
message may appear the first time the 
application is launched: 

 

This is a normal warning that appears when 
you try to install any program that wishes to 
use the communication ports.  

o

 

Click  Unblock to start the application if 
this warning is displayed.  

A welcome screen appears for a 
few moments, and then an icon 
appears on the Windows taskbar to 
indicate the HRAS Monitor is active: 

 

The HRAS Monitor application runs in the 
background, with no operator actions 
required.  

If the computer is connected to the Internet, 
and an event such as a fault occurs, the fault 
is logged, and E-mails are automatically sent 
to the recipients listed on the HRAS Monitor 

E-mail notification

 page (see page 35). If the 

computer is not connected to the Internet, the 
event is logged. 

Setting up HRAS Monitor 

To view the 

HRAS Monitor

 window 

and set up the system: 

o

 

Double-click the icon in the 
taskbar, OR: 

o

 

Right-click the icon and select 

Open

 from the menu. 

 
The 

HRAS Monitor

 window is displayed. It has 

two pages: one to register devices, and the 
other to set E-mail options. A menu bar at the 
top offers further functions, including Help in 
using the software.  

The Edit/Delete/Show Properties and 
Show Web Page buttons shown in the 
illus ration only become available after a

t

 

device is registered and selected in the 
Halcro Devices list.

Summary of Contents for MC30

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual MC70 7 Channel Power Amplifier MC50 5 Channel Power Amplifier MC30 3 Channel Power Amplifier MC20 2 Channel Power Amplifier www halcro com...

Page 2: ...Connecting the trigger 23 Connecting to a PC 23 Connecting the mains supply cable 23 Break in period 23 Operation 25 Starting up 25 Shutting down 25 Care and Maintenance 27 Cleaning 27 Troubleshooting...

Page 3: ...2...

Page 4: ...al enquiries please feel free to E mail us at admin halcro com or phone 61 8 8238 0807 Amplification for your home theater system must meet a stringent set of requirements It must have a dynamic range...

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Page 6: ...Compatibility and LVD Low Voltage Directive standards Warning of electrical shock hazard Do not open cover or back There are no user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service perso...

Page 7: ...e mains Allow sufficient time for complete evaporation before using the MC20 30 50 70 again If the liquid is anything other than water do not use the device before a qualified service technician has e...

Page 8: ...of a Halcro Logic SSP80 100 amplifier but overheating may result if ventilation is inadequate Ensure there is at least 4 in 10 cm above the uppermost unit for ventilation Follow the precautions liste...

Page 9: ...one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outl...

Page 10: ...ception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures o Increase the separation between...

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Page 12: ...tage inputs mains voltage 100 240 V AC remote trigger switch between On and Standby full control via RS232 or ETHERNET connection Command Functions switch between On and Standby ability to inhibit ind...

Page 13: ...tage inputs mains voltage 100 240 V AC remote trigger switch between On and Standby full control via RS232 or ETHERNET connection Command Functions switch between On and Standby ability to inhibit ind...

Page 14: ...tage inputs mains voltage 100 240 V AC remote trigger switch between On and Standby full control via RS232 or ETHERNET connection Command Functions switch between On and Standby ability to inhibit ind...

Page 15: ...tage inputs mains voltage 100 240 V AC remote trigger switch between On and Standby full control via RS232 or ETHERNET connection Command Functions switch between On and Standby ability to inhibit ind...

Page 16: ...upply cable USA and EU three feet for stacking Owner s Manual and Warranty Card CD containing HRAS software Storing packaging The packaging is custom designed to prevent damage from occurring during t...

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Page 18: ...ns The numbers shown on the diagram below are used throughout the manual to refer to the individual controls and connections on the front and rear panel Refer to this page for a quick reference to all...

Page 19: ...lcro Logic SSP80 100 to allow it to control the multi channel power amplifier 7 RS232 connection Interface for connection to a home automation system or computer network 8 Balanced voltage input Conne...

Page 20: ...s Each amplification module is numbered and named 15 for your convenience To ensure peak performance and share the load equally between the power supplies we recommend you connect the speakers as desi...

Page 21: ...20 Connecting loudspeakers...

Page 22: ...source such as a CD player The input sockets 8 and 10 and switch 9 are on the rear panel and the switch must be set to the required input Make sure the speaker setup is consistent For example make sur...

Page 23: ...l power amplifier to the processor making sure the speaker setup is aligned For example connect module 7 Right Rear of the amplifier to the corresponding R Rear output on the processor Make sure you s...

Page 24: ...witched to Standby by selecting the Standby On button If you require more information please contact your dealer Connecting to a PC The MC series of multi channel power amplifiers can be connected to...

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Page 26: ...om Standby to On some amplifier module LEDs may briefly flash red before operating a steady blue This is normal operation The multi channel power amplifier is now ready to drive your loudspeakers If t...

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Page 28: ...the mains supply Use only extremely soft cloths o Use a soft dry cloth to remove any dust o Add 0 5 fl oz 15 ml of very mild household dishwashing detergent to a one gallon four liter bucket of tepid...

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Page 30: ...ds Ensure the input cables are correctly connected both ends Try a different audio source Try a different loudspeaker NO sound or sound missing from one or more loudspeakers the power light is BLUE an...

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Page 32: ...on ins alling the HRAS software t must have administrator rights on the PC For automatic E mailing of faults an Internet connection is required To install HRAS Monitor on your computer o Insert the HR...

Page 33: ...rator actions required If the computer is connected to the Internet and an event such as a fault occurs the fault is logged and E mails are automatically sent to the recipients listed on the HRAS Moni...

Page 34: ...evices manually see page 35 but it is generally easier and quicker to allow the software to do this automatically To allow HRAS Monitor to find and register devices o Make sure HRAS Monitor is running...

Page 35: ...e HRAS column is checked click in the box if not if you want the device to be monitored You can still regis er a device even if it is not to be monitored by HRAS When a device is registered and select...

Page 36: ...d o Click Register to register the device and return to the HRAS Registration page The device should now appear on the list Setting up E mail notification HRAS Monitor can send E mails to up to three...

Page 37: ...the default The E mail Server section of the E mail Notification page sets up your Internet connection details o Enter the IP address of your Internet Service Provider ISP contact your Internet Servi...

Page 38: ...iew the Advanced E mail Settings dialog o At the top check the box and insert your name and telephone details if you want them included in the E mail o In the bottom section check the box and insert t...

Page 39: ...evices is checked to ensure any new devices are added automatically o Make sure Enable logging of HRAS events is checked to ensure events are logged to aid in troubleshooting The oldest events in the...

Page 40: ...tails as required o Click OK to save the changes or Cancel to lose them More details can be viewed by clicking on Show Web Page Viewing or changing device properties To view or change the properties o...

Page 41: ...this section to view more information of the condition of the channel or power supply unit Configuration This page can be used to turn individual amplifier channels on or off The default is for all ch...

Page 42: ...tor window by double clicking the HRAS icon on the Taskbar o Select Event Viewer from the Tools menu The Event Viewer window is displayed o Click Application To view the HRAS events o Click Source to...

Page 43: ...follows o Shut down the HRAS Monitor if it is running refer to previous section o Click the Windows Start button o Select Settings Control Panel Add or Remove Programs A list of installed programs is...

Page 44: ...set by DHCP the easiest way to determine the number is to use the Halcro HRAS software This will communicate with any Halcro equipment on the network via UDP and report the IP addresses found For mor...

Page 45: ...50 and M04 MC70 Rxxxxxxxx indicates serial number of amplifier Px indicates power status 1 On 0 Standby Vxxxx indicates the status of the power supplies in the order 5V 12V 72Va 72Vb 0 off 1 on Axxxxx...

Page 46: ...int total hours run enable print current amplifier enable mask in hex enable xx set amplifier enable bitmask to hex value set print settings set ethernet addr print or set IP address set ip addr print...

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Page 48: ...field Please do not attempt to open up sealed compartments on any Halcro products Product warranty Halcro warrants the MC20 MC30 MC50 and MC70 multi channel power amplifiers to be free from defects in...

Page 49: ...required We suggest that you work with your authorized Halcro dealer when the need for technical service training or applications advice arises If your Halcro product requires service or repair your...

Page 50: ...Authorization number a detailed description of the situation and signature of authorized Halcro representative Freight damage claims If a unit being returned to Halcro is damaged in shipment Halcro wi...

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Page 52: ...cation 35 events log 41 installing 31 launching 32 manual registration 35 monitor 32 options 38 setting up 32 shut down 42 starting 32 uninstalling 42 Impedance 19 Interference 9 Introduction 3 IP add...

Page 53: ...52 Test E mail 37 Troubleshooting 29 Unbalanced voltage input 19 Uninstall 42 Unpacking 15 US warnings 8 Ventilation 7 Voided warranty 47 Warm up 25 Warranty 47 XLR output 19...

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Page 55: ...ology Hi Fi Pty Ltd trading as Halcro and Halcro Audio USA Inc Halcro Logic and Lyrus are trademarks of Extraordinary Technology Hi Fi Pty Ltd Australia Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microso...

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