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4. Specifications
MAIN ageHD Digi al Thea e /M ic S
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• Surround Sound 5.1 channels, Digital
• DSP Processor Zoran 38601-50M IPS
• Surround Algorithm Zoran VMD
®
• Class-D Amplifiers
2 x 20WRMS
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0.8%THD into 4 Ohms (satellites) (80W Music)
2 x 20WRMS
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0.8%THD into 4 Ohms (subwoofer) (80W Music)
• Maximum SPL@1m 104dB
• Main Speakers 2 each 50x70 mm with patented Neo-sandwich magnets
• Internal Subwoofer 1 each Super-4˝ with patented Neo-sandwich magnet
• Power Supply Digital, 130kHz 95–265Vac 50/85Wdc
• Inputs (4)
Source 1 - Analog: 150mV–2V variable
Source 2 - Analog: 2V
Source 3 - Digital: SP/DIF coax
Source 4 - Digital: Optical / TosLink
• Outputs (1)
Analog: Sub-subwoofer out
• Rear Channel Outputs (normal/default off)
• Accessories
IR remote control
AngleEase™ TV-top leveling feet + 4˝ extension
1 each 2m optical
1 each 2m 1/8˝ mini phone jack cable
1 each 2m 1/8˝ mini phone jack to stereo RCA cable
1 each 2m stereo RCA cable
1 each 2m coax RCA cable
• Controls System
Volume (IR and front panel)
Subwoofer level (IR only)
EQ (IR only)
Source select, mute (IR and front panel)
Surround/stereo (IR only)
Source 1 input sensitivity (back panel knob)
• Modes: On, Mute/Sleep, Vacation (Off)
• Software Options (user config.) L/R channel reverse, rear channel on/off
• Standby Power: Less than 4.5W
• Display: Six LEDs
• Wall Mounting Capability: 1/4˝ x 20 threaded
• Weight: Approx. 2.2kg (4.85lbs)
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 425 x 65 x 230 mm (16.7˝ x 2.5˝ x 9˝)
soundmatters
®
believes in a policy of continuous product improvement,
therefore specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
3. Troubleshooting
1. P ble : N
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hi g
Solutions:
a. Check that source unit is on and playing (i.e., DVD or TV)
b. Check that vacation power switch turned on
c. Is AC cord securely inserted into back of MAINstageHD and connected to live AC?
d. Is volume up on MAINstageHD?
e. Push source button on MAINstageHD or remote to select an active input
2. P ble : N
d f
he digi al 1/2 i
MAIN ageHD he i g
DVD
la e , e e
hi g el e
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Solution:
Confirm the DVD player’s digital-out is turned-on (in its Audio Set-up Menu). Unfortunately,
it’s not pre-set on many DVD players. Select Dolby
®
Digital/Surround/ Bitstream On. Refer to
your DVD players owners manual, or use its setup menu to configure the audio settings as
follows: 1) Digital Out ON. 2) Dolby
®
Digital ON. 3) DTS
®
OFF (if option available).
3. P ble : N e
gh ba
Solutions:
a. Raise bass level via remote
b. See faq/tips #3 on how placement affects bass
c. Add a SUBstage subwoofer!
4. P ble : I d
hea a e
gh i
al
d effec
Solutions:
a. Confirm left red LED is illuminated on front panel. If it isn’t, push surround on the remote
b. Make sure that your DVD player has been set to Dolby Digital 5.1, Bitstream, or Surround
and that all EQ & surround modes built into the DVD player are turned-off!
c. See faq/tips #1 on placement
d. See faq/tips #5 on what to expect
e. Turn on MAINstageHD rear output. Add powered speakers to the rear of the room.
5. P ble : E a ic e
e e a i
Solutions:
a. Confirm that batteries are fresh
b. If using with a plasma TV, optional “eye patch” cover for IR sensor is available. Contact
our technical support department.
6. P ble : F
d
Solution:
a. Confirm that all DSP/surround/sound enhancement modes are off on all components
connected to the MAINstageHD
b. If using Source 1 - Analog, make sure the input sensitivity knob is correctly adjusted.
7. P ble : N e
gh l
e
Solution:
a. If using a low-output signal (i.e., some portables or cellphone mp3 players) connected
to the Source 1 - Analog, adjust sensitivity knob toward HI
8. P ble : C
ec ed f
Cable b b he e i
d
Solutions:
a. Unfortunately many cable boxes have digital out or even analog audio (red/white RCA)
audio connections that are dummies (not internally connected in the box). Check with
your cable provider to confirm the output capabilities of your box.
b. If using the digital output of your cablebox, you may find that it only works when you
are on an HDTV channel, to access the audio for other channels you will also need to
connect to the analog audio output and switch to the correct input on the MAINstageHD.
9. P ble : O ical cable
fi
Solutions:
a. Makes sure clear protective covers are removed from cable ends
b. Make sure protective cap removed from Source 4 -Digital input
