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Martin Audio – MA1400 Amplifier

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The unit is intended to use in a 19” rack. Follow the mounting instructions. When racks with wheels are
used, use caution to avoid injury from tipping when in motion.

13.

 

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.

 

Do not connect an amplifier output in parallel or series with any other amplifier’s output. Do not connect
the amplifier output to any other voltage source, such as a battery, mains outlet, or power supply,
regardless of whether the amplifier is turned on or off.

15.

 

Do not run the output of any amplifier back into another channel's input.

16.

 

Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way such as:

 

Mains cable, or plug is damaged

 

Liquid has entered the amplifier.

 

An object has fallen into the unit

 

The amplifier has been exposed to rain or moisture

 

The amplifier does not operate normally

 

The amplifier was dropped or the enclosure is damaged

17.

 

Do not remove top or bottom covers. There are no user serviceable parts inside the amplifier, removal of
the covers will expose hazardous voltages, and may void the warranty.

18.

 

An experienced person should always supervise inexperienced adults or minors when using professional
audio equipment.

3.5

 

User responsibility

3.5.1

 

Loudspeaker damage

 

Your amplifier is very powerful and can be potentially dangerous to both loudspeakers and humans alike.

Many loudspeakers can be easily damaged or destroyed by overpowering, especially with the high power

available from a bridged amplifier. Always check the speaker’s continuous and peak power capabilities.

 

Even when using the amplifier’s front panel attenuator's to reduce the gain, it is still possible to reach full output
power, if the input signal level is high enough.

3.5.2

 

Speaker output hazard

 

Power amplifiers are capable of producing hazardous output voltages. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do

not touch any exposed loudspeaker wiring, when the amplifier is operating.  See page 

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. Connecting

loudspeakers

3.5.3

 

Radio interference

A sample of this product has been tested and complies with the limits for the European Electro Magnetic
Compatibility (EMC) directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference from electrical equipment. This product uses radio frequency energy and if not used or installed in
accordance with these operating instructions, may cause interference to other equipment, such as radio receivers.
Compliance with the (EMC) directive does not automatically guarantee non- disturbance of susceptible equipment
in close proximity to this amplifier.

If this equipment is suspected of causing interference this can be easily checked by powering the amplifier on and
off, The user can correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 

Re - orientate or relocate the antenna.

 

Increase the distance between the amplifier and the effected equipment

 

Connect the mains cable to a socket on a different circuit from that to which the affected equipment is
connected.

 

Check if the affected equipment complies with the EMC limits for immunity, (CE-labelled). If not,
address the problem with the manufacturer or supplier. All electrical products sold in the EC must be
approved for immunity against electromagnetic fields, high voltage flashes, and radio interference.

 

Consult your dealer or an experienced engineer/ technician for help.

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All material © 2007. Martin Audio Ltd. Subject to change without notice.

Summary of Contents for MA1400

Page 1: ...6 5 3 3 TANDEM MODE 7 5 3 4 BRIDGE MONO MODE 7 5 3 5 BRIDGE MONO MODE FEATURES 7 6 INSTALLATION 8 6 1 MOUNTING 8 6 2 COOLING 8 6 3 OPERATING VOLTAGE 8 6 4 GROUNDING 8 6 5 POWER CONSUMPTION 9 6 5 1 CA...

Page 2: ...fety suggestions 1 Keep this manual for future reference 2 Do not operate the amplifier if liquid ingress is suspected 3 Do not stand water or any other liquid on or near the amplifier 4 Do not use th...

Page 3: ...en when using the amplifier s front panel attenuator s to reduce the gain it is still possible to reach full output power if the input signal level is high enough 3 5 2 Speaker output hazard Power amp...

Page 4: ...ther turn down the input level or check the cooling arrangements after which point the amplifier will mute the input signal When the cooling fans have returned the output heat sinks to the normal oper...

Page 5: ...t A Phoenix screw terminal connector connected in parallel to the female XLR input is provided for hard wiring the input or linking the channel to another input 6 Gain switch channel B Three of the sw...

Page 6: ...cross the bay to prevent unauthorized tampering once the gain has been set Another option is to remove the DIP switch This should only be done by authorized service personnel This corresponds to all s...

Page 7: ...the Link Bridge A B switches to ON UP and use either of the input connectors A or B You can use the remaining input connector to carry a parallel signal to other amps Both A and B level attenuators m...

Page 8: ...A label just below the mains cable on the rear of the amplifier indicates the selected AC mains operating voltage Connect the mains cable only to the AC source referred to on the label The warranty wi...

Page 9: ...nd that you design the power distribution for at least the required current at 1 8 power and 1 3 power for heavy duty demands such as concert touring and Industrial music etc The heat power can be cal...

Page 10: ...terference The source impedance should be less than 1 Kohms to avoid high frequency losses in long cables To daisy chain amplifiers use the screw terminal Phoenix connector labeled Link provided on ea...

Page 11: ...Speakon Channel B carries only the channel B output Channel A and B into two separate Speakons Channel A and B into one Speakon Stereo and Bi amp Bridged mono Never connect either output terminal to g...

Page 12: ...luminate to show the amplifier is operational 8 3 Input attenuators The two input level attenuators on the front panel adjust the signal level for their respective amplifier channel in all modes They...

Page 13: ...dicator s will illuminate indicating that the amplifier is about to go into thermal shutdown After five seconds the amplifier will go into thermal protect by muting the input signal After 15 20 second...

Page 14: ...e VHF protection is not activated If it is remove the cause of the high frequency oscillations from the relevant input Fault The amplifier goes into thermal protection when driven at low level Check t...

Page 15: ...equipment exposure to inclement weather conditions and normal wear and tear Units on which the serial number has been removed or defaced will not be eligible for warranty service 3 MARTIN AUDIO LTD sh...

Page 16: ...er both channels driven 5 2Arms 10 4Arms 1 3rd Full power both channels driven 8 0Arms 16Arms Full power 1Khz 1 thd 14Arms 28Arms DISTORTION THD 20Hz 20KHz 1W to full power 0 07 THD 1KHz 1dB below cli...

Page 17: ...x Red LED s Indicators Signal Present 2 x Green LED s Rear Panel Input Connectors 2 x Neutrik Combo 3 pin Phoenix Output Connectors 2 x Neutrik Speakons Clip Limiters Push Switch ON OFF per Channel S...

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Page 19: ...The Martin Experience ENGLISH MA1400 Amplifier User s Guide All material 2007 Martin Audio Ltd Subject to change without notice...

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