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Talkback 

 
Pressing the large, easy-to-reach Talkback switch dims cue output by 20dB while activating the 
talkback microphone.  The flexibility of the system even allows both monitor paths to be 
configured as cue feeds with independent talkback level and the Alt Monitor output handling 
studio loudspeakers.  Plus the Talkback switch and twin talkback logic inputs can be individually 
setup to route talkback just where you want it. 
 

Integration with MultiMAX EX 
 

MultiMAX EX adds the critical monitoring features necessary to handle surround projects in music 
production, post production, and broadcast environments.  MonitorMAX further enhances the 
power of MultiMAX by providing additional stereo monitor inputs and extra stereo monitor paths to 
surround production systems.  With MultiMAX’s Downmix output connected as an input source 
and MonitorMAX’s talkback sense controlling MultiMAX’s external dim logic, MonitorMAX readily 
outputs your surround mix as stereo cue feeds with talkback for the talent or stereo monitoring in 
other production rooms, making for a very tightly integrated system. 

 

MonitorMax Setup  

 

When unpacking MonitorMax and the Remote Controller, be sure to check for the following items. 

 

 

1. AC 

power 

cable 

2. 

25ft. SB-9 pin remote controller cable 

3. MonitorMax 

Manual 

4. Warranty 

Card 

5. 

Small bag with 4-40 Jack Screws (to replace installed metric Jack Screws if needed) 

 
Before inserting the AC power cable into the back panel socket, be sure to check that the correct 
voltage (120V 60Hz or 230V 50Hz) is marked for the installation location. 

 

All of the audio inputs and outputs (except Talkback Mic and inputs 9 & 10) are available via DB-
25 connectors formatted to the Tascam analog standard, and are found on the MonitorMax back 
panel. This makes for an easy and secure connection to custom installed wiring or off-the-shelf 
patchbays.  RCA jacks are provided for unbalanced inputs 9 & 10, and an XLR input for the 
Talkback mic.   DB-9 connectors are used for both the Remote Controller and the Logic I/O port. 
 

 

 

 

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Summary of Contents for MonitorMAX

Page 1: ...MonitorMAX Stereo Monitor Controller USER MANUAL 1151 West Valley Boulevard www martinsound com Tel 1 626 281 3555 1 Fax 1 626 284 3092 Alhambra California 91803 2493 info martinsound com 1...

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Page 3: ...rround sound systems utilizing the MultiMAX EX multiformat monitor controller MonitorMAX provides the essential monitor and talkback functions needed to get the job done Stereo Sources and Outputs The...

Page 4: ...MonitorMAX readily outputs your surround mix as stereo cue feeds with talkback for the talent or stereo monitoring in other production rooms making for a very tightly integrated system MonitorMax Setu...

Page 5: ...Inputs and Outputs 5...

Page 6: ...t levels can be adjusted with the Cue and Monitor level knobs A separate mute is provided for both the Cue and the Monitor section The Monitor section also includes a level programmable Dim a Mono lis...

Page 7: ...is for setting the gain levels for the unbalanced inputs raising them to match the levels of the 4dBu balanced inputs The cursor is located over the first selection Lt the Left channel of Stereo Inpu...

Page 8: ...lace when the speaker trims are adjusted so that the SPL measured matches the MonitorMax display Pressing the Enter key will toggle through the 5 possible range selections of 25 85dB 30 90dB 35 95dB 4...

Page 9: ...e control when MonitorMax is powered up Turn the Monitor knob while holding the Enter key to change the level from the minimum to maximum setting allowable within the currently selected SPL Display Ra...

Page 10: ...ise the Monitor Talkback can be adjusted with Monitor knob The range of adjustment is from 27dB to 65dB of gain The factory default is 39 dB Mute Left Right Pressing the Monitor Mute switch normally m...

Page 11: ...Powered Monitors or amplifiers that do not provide a wide range of input attenuation it may be necessary to use the internal trim adjustments on the MonitorMAX Levels menu to obtain the required amou...

Page 12: ...h or None Turn the Monitor knob to select External TB1 or External TB2 These represent optional external talkback switches connected through the DB 9 Logic I O port on the MonitorMax back panel see pi...

Page 13: ...Talkback Dim Logic with MultiMAX MonitorMAX MultiMAX DB 25 pin 15 DB 25 pin 3 DB 9 pin 8 DB 9 pin 9 3K 1K1 1K 2K2 5 V Opto Isolator TB Active Low 5 V 4 2 4 Sends Downmix Outs 13...

Page 14: ...Ohm Balanced Level 4dBu nominal 26dBu maximum Frequency Response All Audio Paths Bandwidth 20Hz to 20KHz 0 1dB Distortion All Audio Paths 1KHz at 0dBu Typical reading 007 THD N AC Power 115 Volt Unit...

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