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Martin Audio – MA900 Amplifier

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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 10 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 and observing the disturbance. 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.

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

Summary of Contents for MA900 - SCHEMATICS

Page 1: ...R AMPLIFIER TESTING 7 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 9 6 5 POWER CON...

Page 2: ...e amplifier if liquid ingress is suspected 3 Do not stand water or any other liquid on or near the amplifier 4 Do not use this amplifier near water Do not operate the amplifier if wet or standing in l...

Page 3: ...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...

Page 4: ...2 Protect indicator This indicator illuminates if the amplifier attempts to function above its maximum operating temperature 90 C The indicator first comes on as a warning to either turn down the inp...

Page 5: ...page 13 4 Input signal XLR The Neutrik Combo jack is used which also features a _ TRS phone jacks Pin 2 is hot see page 10 5 Link Input A Phoenix screw terminal connector connected in parallel to the...

Page 6: ...o obtain full output power As the output power varies with the load impedance 4 ohms is usually taken as the reference The table below gives input volts rms Versus gain for full output power 1 t h d 1...

Page 7: ...e Link switches when using the amplifier for Bi amping 5 3 4 Bridge mono mode Bridge mono mode is used to deliver increased power to the loudspeakers Using the MA900 in bridge mode reduces the number...

Page 8: ...low the exhaust to escape If the amplifier is rack mounted do not use covers or doors on the front or rear of the rack Should a heat sink get too hot its sensing circuit will mute the hot channel If t...

Page 9: ...will operate for less than 2 minutes before thermally limiting or blowing the mains fuse Second the maximum expected average current under worst case program material which is 1 3 of full power accor...

Page 10: ...incorporate an XLR and _ 6 3mm jack They are active balanced and wired PIN 1 GROUND SHIELD PIN 2 HOT PIN 3 COLD XLR input connector XLR balanced TIP HOT RING COLD SLEEVE SHIELD GROUND _ TRS plug The...

Page 11: ...worldwide safety requirements The Speakons are wired Channel A output Pin 1 Pin 1 Output A Pin 2 Pin 2 Output B Channel B output Pin 1 Pin 1 Output B The right Speakon Channel A has both channel A an...

Page 12: ...input level attenuators on the front panel adjust the signal level for their respective amplifier channel in all modes They are calibrated in dB s to help setting up active loudspeaker systems In brid...

Page 13: ...hes 90 C 9 2 VHF protection If a signal of more than 12kHz at full power is detected which lasts for more than five seconds the VHF protection mutes the input signal This is indicated on the front pan...

Page 14: ...loudspeaker this can occur when the speaker coil gets warm Fault The amplifier goes into protection with power indicators off Check that the AC mains voltage is within the amplifier s operating range...

Page 15: ...quipment 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 sha...

Page 16: ...both channels driven 3 5Arms 7Arms 1 3rd Full power both channels driven 5 5Arms 11Arms Full power 1Khz 1 thd 9 5Arms 19 Arms DISTORTION THD 20Hz 20KHz 1W to full power 0 03 THD 1KHz 1dB below clip 0...

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 MA900 Amplifier User s Guide All material 2007 Martin Audio Ltd Subject to change without notice...

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