MCA 525/325/225 POWER AMPLIFIERS OPERATING MANUAL
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS R e a d t h i s s e c t i o n c a r e f u l l y b e fo r e p ro c e e d i n g CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Avoid installing this unit where foreign objects may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top of this unit, do not place: • Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. • Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR UK CUSTOMERS: DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. If, nonetheless, the mains plug is cut off, REMOVE THE FUSE and dispose of the PLUG immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
NOTES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed of with regular household waste but must be returned to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol on the product, user’s manual and packaging, point this out. The materials can be reused in accordance with their markings.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 Before Making Connections 1 1.2 In-Use Notices 1 1.3 Rack-Mounting CONNECTIONS AND OPERATION 2 2.1 Input Connections 2 2.2 Speaker Connections 2 2.3 On Modes 3 2.4 Front Panel 4 2.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Anthem MCA series amplifier. All Anthem products are engineered to recreate the passion of a live musical performance and emotional involvement experienced in the best movie theaters by utilizing the highest level of circuit design, superior parts and manufacturing techniques, innovative features, and intuitive ergonomics. We are confident that their inclusion in your system will significantly enhance your enjoyment of recordings for years to come. 1.
CONNECTIONS AND OPERATION 2.1 INPUT CONNECTIONS Balanced XLR connection offers the highest transmission quality, particularly over long cable lengths, because it rejects noise and hum pickup. If your preamplifier does not have XLR outputs, use the RCA inputs. Do not use “RCA-compatible” connectors that have a hollow center pin with a hole at its tip. They can damage the amplifier’s RCA jack internally while being inserted. 2.
2.4 FRONT PANEL MCA 525 model shown. MCA 225, MCA 325 models are similar. Power Button LED This is blue when the amplifier is operating normally. It also indicates abnormal operation according to the codes below. In most cases only the abnormal channel is shut down so the others can keep playing, and it resumes playing automatically once normal conditions are restored. Rapid flashing (less than 1 second) - short-circuited channel.
2.5 REAR PANEL 120V models shown. 240V models are similar. MCA 225 MCA 325 ON MODE ON MODE INPUTS TRIGGER-ONLY SINGLE-ENDED MANUAL-ON AUTO-ON TRIGGER-ONLY SINGLE-ENDED MANUAL-ON AUTO-ON BALANCED 5-24V AC/DC TRIGGER 5-24V AC/DC TRIGGER BALANCED INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT FUSES T10AH 60Hz 750W AC INPUT 2011/65/EC M C A 325 Designed, Engineered and Made in Canada by Paradigm Electronics, Inc.
MEASURED PERFORMANCE POWER OUTPUT Continuous 20 Hz to 20 kHz, <1% THD (all models) Load 8 ohms 4 ohms 2 ohms Watts 225 W 400 W 600 W THD at 100 W at 1 kHz at 20 kHz 0.0010% 0.015% IMD at 100 W ITU-R (19 kHz + 20 kHz) SMPTE (60 Hz + 7 kHz) 0.0005% 0.002% SNR, IEC-A, ref. 225 W 120 dB Frequency Response, 20 Hz to 20 kHz open circuit 81 41 21 ± 0.1 dB ± 0.1 dB ± 0.1 dB ± 0.
L I M I T E D WA R R A N T Y CANADA & USA The warranty period on new Anthem products is: 5 years: Separate power amplifiers and integrated amplifiers 3 years: Audio/Video preamplifiers and receivers Please register your product at www.anthemAV.com The warranty period begins on the date of purchase from Anthem or an Authorized Anthem Dealer. This warranty is offered only to the original owner and is not transferable.
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AVM 90/70 MRX 1140/740/540 Quick Start Guide Using the Remote Control Remote Control Battery Installation Remote Control Range of Operation Install batteries in the MRX/AVM remote control in the directions shown in the illustration below. The MRX/AVM remote control operates best when used within the range and distance shown in the illustration below.
Basic Connections (Continued) Speakers/Subwoofer (MRX 1140/740/540 ONLY) + - SUB IN SERIAL NO. LABEL Sources (All MRX/AVM Models) Note: MRX 540 does not include 2.
Network Setup How to connect your MRX/AVM to your network. A network connection is required for accessing the Web UI, streaming content, and for running Anthem Room Correction. Ethernet Connection: The simplest way to connect your MRX/AVM to your network is by connecting it via Ethernet cable. This option isn’t always available, but it will provide the quickest setup and most secure network connection.
Inputs Virtual Inputs: Anthem products use “Virtual Inputs.” What this means is that no physical input is tied to any input that is made or created, you can create and specify combinations you want. For example, you can make an input using HDMI 1 for video and HDMI for audio then make a second input using HDMI 1 for video and RCA for audio or another example would be to make 2 seperate inputs using the exact same audio and video inputs but different speaker profiles.
MULTI-CHANNEL AMPLIFIERS MCA SERIES MULTI-CHANNEL AMPLIFIERS 5 2 5|3 2 5|2 2 5 AN ALL NEW DESIGN MATCHES AVM 60 A/V PROCESSOR & MRX A/V RECEIVERS To complement the NEW AVM 60 A/V Processor, Anthem introduces the new MCA 525, 325 and 225 power amplifiers. Available in 5, 3 and 2-channel configurations, these new MCA amplifiers feature more robust and efficient power and heavy-duty reliability.
AN ALL-NEW MCA SERIES What does it take to improve on perfection? Over 15 years of concentration. The distillation of endless hours of fundamental research. The willingness to rebuild from the ground up. And the focus on a single goal: Leadership through innovation and technology.
FEATURES Measured Performance Like all Anthem products the MCA 525, MCA 325 and MCA 225, designed and built in Canada, are like no other amplifiers in the world: custom low-noise highpower toroidal transformers; high-current bipolar output transistors; high-quality filter capacitors; advanced power supply regulators; oversized aluminum heatsinks; custom-designed dual binding posts; and patented auto-on/off circuitry.
TECHNICAL SPECS Power Output Continuous 20 Hz to 20 kHz, <1% THD (all models) load 8 ohms 4 ohms 2 ohms watts 225 W 400 W 600 W THD at 100 W at 1 kHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0010% at 20 kHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.015% IMD at 100 W ITU-R (19 kHz + 20 kHz). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
