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WARENTY: 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.
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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 BOX CONTENTS & PACKAGING 1.1 Before Making Connections 2.0 INTRODUCTION 2.1 In-Use Notices 2.2 Default Inputs 2.3 Front Panel 2.4 MRX 1140 Rear Panel 2.5 MRX 740 Rear Panel 2.6 MRX 540 Rear Panel 2.7 AVM 90 Rear Panel 2.8 AVM 70 Rear Panel 2.9 Remote Control 3.0 SPEAKER POSITIONING 3.1 Speakers 3.2 5.1-Channel Speaker Positioning 3.3 7.1-Channel Speaker Positioning 3.4 Height Effects Speaker Positioning 4.0 CONNECTIONS 4.1 HDMI Video Inputs And Outputs 4.
4.3 Local Area Network 4.4 12 Volt Trigger 4.5 Infrared 4.6 RS-232 4.7 Power 4.8 Headphone Jack (Front Panel) 5.0 SETUP 5.1 Speaker Setup 5.2 Bass Management 5.3 Listener Position 5.4 Level Calibration 5.5 Input Setup 5.6 Preferences 5.7 Network / Control 5.8 Store / Load / Update 5.9 System Info 6.0 ANTHEM ROOM CORRECTION 6.1 Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) 6.2 Using ARC With An MRX/AVM 7.0 OPERATION 7.1 Power On / Off and Volume 7.2 Zone 2 Operation 7.
.4 Level Trim 7.5 Bass / Treble / Balance 7.6 Lip-Sync 7.7 Listening Modes 7.8 Dolby Audio Post Processing and Dynamic Range Control 7.9 DTS:X Dialog Level Control 7.10 Display Brightness 7.11 Info Display 7.12 AirPlay SETUP 7.
1.0 BOX CONTENTS & PACKAGING 1.1 BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS Check that you have received all items listed below and report discrepancies to your dealer as soon as possible. In case the unit needs to be transported in the future, keep the packing materials. Retain the invoice that you received from your authorized Anthem dealer at time of purchase – without it, service will not be provided under warranty.
2.0 INTRODUCTION 2.1 IN-USE NOTICES • Disconnect the power cord before connecting or disconnecting any components. • If the MRX/AVM was transported or stored in the cold, let it reach room temperature before use. • Due to continuing advances, operational characteristics may change. If this manual contains discrepancies, please check www.AnthemAV.com for the latest manual or software. 2.
2.3 FRONT PANEL MRX 1140 model shown. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
2.4 MRX 1140 REAR PANEL US model shown. EU model is similar. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
2.5 MRX 740 REAR PANEL US model shown. EU model is similar. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
2.6 MRX 540 REAR PANEL US model shown. EU model is similar. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
2.7 AVM 90 REAR PANEL US model shown. EU model is similar. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
2.8 AVM 70 REAR PANEL US model shown. EU model is similar. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
2.9 REMOTE CONTROL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
Remote Control Range of Operation: The MRX/AVM remote control operates best when used within the range and distance shown in the illustration below. Rear and Front IR Inputs: If your remote control is not working and you have already checked the batteries, before contacting technical support, check that Front IR is set to “On” in the Network / Control menu.
3.0 SPEAKER POSITIONING 3.1 SPEAKERS Your MRX/AVM, depending on the model, allows connection of anywhere from 2-channels (front left and right speakers with no subwoofer) to 9.4.6-channels (a nine- speaker surround sound system with four subwoofers and six height speakers). When setting up your speakers, care should be taken to achieve the best possible immersive audio experience.
3.2 5.1-CHANNEL SPEAKER POSITIONING These illustrations show recommended speaker placements for a 5.1 channel system. 5.1.2 Configuration 5.1.2 Configuration with one pair in-ceiling height speakers with Dolby enabled front speakers 5.1.4 Configuration 5.1.
3.3 7.1-CHANNEL SPEAKER POSITIONING These illustrations show recommended speaker placements for a 7.1 channel system. (not all setups are available on the 540 due to number of channels available. 7.1.2 Configuration 7.1.2 Configuration with one pair in-ceiling height speakers with Dolby enabled front speakers 7.1.4 Configuration 7.1.
3.4 HEIGHT EFFECTS SPEAKER POSITIONING These illustrations show recommended speaker placements when using height effects channels.
4.0 CONNECTIONS 4.1 HDMI VIDEO INPUTS AND OUTPUTS An HDMI connection carries video and audio together. Connect HDMI output from MRX to a display with HDMI input – one with the appropriate version of High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is required to display copyprotected material. Insert HDMI cables gently because the connector is more delicate than traditional ones. Damaged cables can damage jacks, and the warranty does not cover jack replacement.
RCA Pre-Amp Outputs—Using External Amplifiers The pre-amp outputs, which are variable according to the main zone volume control, are used to connect external amplification. The addition of external amplifiers allows you to supplement or replace internal amplification. This set of connections includes subwoofer outputs. With MRX 740, external amplification is necessary to add additional back and height effects channels.
Line Output and Zone 2 Output The line output is a 2-channel version of the selected input with a fixed output level. Use this output with a headphone amp or similar device with built-in volume control. The Zone 2 (all models except 540) output, which has an independent volume control, is used in two ways: • For independent source selection, connect the source using an analog input, optical/ coaxial input or HDMI. • Note, for AVM 70/90, external amplification is always necessary when adding Zone 2 speakers.
Speaker Connections (MRX Only) Using speaker wire, connect the positive (+) connection on the speaker to the positive (+) binding post on the appropriate amplifier output, and the negative (–) on the speaker to the negative (–) binding post on the same amplifier channel using cable that is insulated to handle the maximum output of the amplifier. When preparing speaker wire, carefully remove insulation using a wire stripper and tightly twist the loose end of the wire.
4.3 LOCAL AREA NETWORK Configuring Anthem Room Correction, streaming or using IP control requires a network connection. To use a wired connection, connect your router using CAT cable. If using a wireless connection, add the two network antennas to the rear panel. The setup section of this manual explains how to set up a wireless connection.
4.4 12 VOLT TRIGGER If another system component has a trigger input, the MRX/AVM can activate it (as long as it requires 40mA or less). Connect the MRX/AVM’s trigger output using a cable with 3.5mm mini-plugs. The MRX/AVM provides flexible trigger options. Through the setup menu, you can specify the conditions for enabling triggers. 4.5 INFRARED An external IR receiver allows the use of the remote control from another location in your home – connect the MRX/ AVM from an external IR hub to the IR IN jack.
4.6 RS-232 The RS-232 connection allows connection to a compatible control system. The control system should be configured to use 115200/8-N-1, no flow control, protocol. The cable connection should be one to one. 4.7 POWER Insert a power cord into the MRX/AVM’s AC input. Plug the cord into a wall outlet. Ensure that the AC supply matches the voltage rating shown on the back of the MRX/AVM. The 230V models support voltages from 220V to 240V.
5.0 SETUP 5.1 SPEAKER SETUP If a source component, such as a Blu-ray player or media streamer, also offers bass management and time alignment, be sure to disable the source device’s built-in bass management and time alignment. Do this by setting all channels to “large” and setting identical values for distance to the listener (your source doesn’t need to handle these settings since the MRX/AVM performs these tasks). Performing these processes twice will degrade audio quality.
3D Sound MRX 1140, by default, is configured for amplification for 7.1.4 main speakers, MRX 740 for 7.1 main speakers, and MRX 540 for 5.1 main speakers. You can assign height channel information to be sent correctly to the speakers. Height Speaker Type and Position Two, four or six speakers may be installed in the ceiling or on the wall near the ceiling and 1 pair of Front Wide. Or, you may place a type of height speaker referred to as Dolby- enabled on top of existing speakers.
Profile Name By using the remote control or the front panel navigation keys and volume knob, each profile can be renamed, up to 16 characters long. When finished, press SELECT. However, please note that it is best to set profile names in Anthem Room Correction because, during file upload, ARC overwrites the name set in the menu. Subwoofer / Center / Surround / Etcetera Anthem Room Correction automatically sets these. For manual setup, if you are using any of these speakers, set each to “On.
Four configurations may be set up.
5.3 LISTENER POSITION These settings achieve proper imaging by coordinating the sound from all speaker channels to reach the listening area at the same time. The channels with the longest distance setting have no delay. The sounds from channels with shorter distance settings have a delay. Set these values before or after running ARC (ARC does not set distances, and these settings do not affect the room correction process).
5.4 LEVEL CALIBRATION Anthem Room Correction automatically sets these items during measurement, and you may skip this menu. Level Calibration uses internally generated test noises to match speaker output levels at the listening position. These noises are also a way of checking system connections between receiver, amplifier, and speaker. We do not recommend audio calibrations from home theatre setup discs because some use incorrect methods.
Channel Levels (Subwoofer, Front Left, Center, Etcetera) If you’re calibrating by ear, use the remote control and sit in the listening area. Adjust each channel’s loudness until all levels sound the same. If using an SPL meter, adjust the level until it reads 75 dB for each channel. If Front Left was at 0dB when you set Calibration Level, then no adjustment of Front Left is necessary.
5.5 INPUT SETUP In this menu, you configure inputs and listening mode presets. The unit comes programmed from the factory with thirteen inputs (fourteen on AVM), but you may change this to create up to 30 inputs. MRX/AVM uses virtual inputs that give you complete control of the name of each input you create, along with which video (HDMI) input to use, which audio input (HDMI, digital, analog, bluetooth or streaming) to use, which speaker profile to use, and much more.
Input Name Each input can be renamed using the navigation keys and volume knob. Up to sixteen (16) characters are allowed for each name. When finished, press Select. Example – Rename “HDMI 1” to “Blu-ray”: • Highlight “Input Name” and press SELECT. The first character is highlighted by a white box. • Use the UP/DOWN remote buttons or volume knob to change “H” to “B.” • Use the PREV/NEXT buttons or LEFT/RIGHT on remote to move to each remaining character and complete the renaming.
Dolby Surround up-mixes all stereo, 5.1, and 7.1-channel content to take full advantage of all speakers in a Dolby Atmos system. Unlike previous wideband upmixing technologies, Dolby Surround can steer frequency bands individually, producing surround sound with precisely located audio elements and a spacious ambiance. Dolby Surround replaces the Dolby Pro Logic II family of upmixers, offering greater flexibility and superior audio performance.
5.6 PREFERENCES Here you can set preferences as listed. Preferences Language English Automatic Updates No Beta Update No Units Feet Front Panel Brightness 10% Wake-up Brightness 60% On-Screen Info Display 16:9 On-Screen Info Zone Both Zones Front Panel Displayed Info Volume Only Master Volume Scale dB Mute Level Silent Main Max Volume +10.0 dB Zone 2 Max Volume +10.0 dB Main Power-On Volume -35.0 dB Zone 2 Power-On Volume -35.
Units Choose between imperial and metric versions of measurement. Front Panel Brightness Set the preferred default brightness of the front panel. Note, when set to “Off,” even the lights behind the power buttons are turned off. By default the MRX/AVM is set with 10% brightness, in most rooms this is a good setting but if your room is quite dark, the back-light may look too bright. Wake-Up Brightness After pressing a button, the display can go to a brighter level for five seconds.
Favor Current Streaming Input When set to no, streaming to the unit will force it to switch to the default streaming zone. If set to yes, the stream will follow whichever zone you are on. No Signal Power Off When there is no input signal, the MRX/AVM turns off after the selected time: 5, 10, or 20 minutes, 1, 2, or 6 hours, or “Never.” Default is 20 minutes. Standby HDMI Bypass This option allows the use of an HDMI source without turning on the MRX/AVM. Select HDMI 1–7, or “Last Used.
5.7 NETWORK / CONTROL Network / Control Network Status IP Address Device Name XXX### Wi-Fi MAC Ethernet MAC WPS IP Status Ethernet IP Settings Wi-Fi IP Settings Remote Control Trigger 1 Selection Trigger 2 Selection Trigger 3 Selection Trigger Delay None Network Status After the MRX/AVM connects to a local area network, the device’s IP address displays here. Device Name This option sets the name that the MRX/AVM broadcasts, and can be changed using up to 16 characters.
Mode Static IP settings take effect once this setting changes to “Manual.” Remote Control This menu offers more advanced control settings. IP Configuration TCP Port 14999 Rear IR On Front IR On Tx Status IP Only TCP Port Change this only if there is a conflict with another application that uses 14999. Available settings are 1025 to 49150. TCP Port is required for Anthem Room Correction.
In the example shown, the trigger activates while Main or Zone 2 power is turned on. Trigger outputs can also be set to activate according to any combination of inputs instead of Power. If controlling triggers through IP or RS-232, change “Menu” to “RS-232/IP.” Trigger Delay Choose whether your trigger is delayed or not. This can be useful if there is a “pop” when something turns on too soon after the MRX/AVM. 5.
System Reset This process is not available using the on-screen menu. To manually reset the MRX/AVM to factory condition: connect power, and press the front panel Menu and Main Power buttons at the same time. The unit should turn on. This process is useful if the MRX/AVM has become inoperable. However, the method described above wipes all user settings. Before doing this, try manually rebooting the MRX/AVM first: • • • • Disconnect the power cord.
5.9 SYSTEM INFO System Info Release Version 1.0.0 Release Build Date Jan 1 2021 Networking Module Version 0.01 MCU Version 0.01/0.01 DSP Version 0.01 DTS Version IMAX Version OSD Version 0.01/0.01 LCD Version 0.01/0.01 ARC Name ARC Date Serial Number ARC Name This item shows the name that you gave to your ARC measurement file. ARC Upload Time This item shows the date and time that your ARC file was uploaded.
6.0 ANTHEM ROOM CORRECTION 6.1 ANTHEM ROOM CORRECTION (ARC®) Please visit AnthemARC.com for detailed information about using Anthem Room Correction. The most significant detriment to the sound of an audio system is almost always the room it resides within—especially true in the realm of bass. Even in a professionally treated sound room, bass can quickly become boomy or anemic. Anthem Room Correction helps audio systems sound their best in any space.
6.2 USING ARC WITH AN MRX/AVM In addition to correcting the acoustic response of subs and speakers, ARC also: • • • • Adjusts the left/right balance of the speakers. Sets the crossover point between the speakers and subwoofer (do not manually change this after running ARC). Adjusts the subwoofer’s level relative to the speakers. Adjusts the subwoofer’s phase/polarity relative to the speakers. Before using Anthem Room Correction: • Enable subwoofers (if applicable).
7.0 OPERATION 7.1 POWER ON / OFF AND VOLUME Main and Zone 2 have separate power controls. During power-on and power-off, MRX/AVM produces a mechanical click (this is normal). Volume comes on according to the menu “Main Power On Volume”/ “Zone 2 Power On Volume” settings. Remote To control volume, rotate the front panel knob or press VOL up/down on the remote control. To mute or un-mute the audio, press MUTE on the front panel or remote. Front Panel Remote 7.
7.3 INPUT SELECTION The number of active inputs varies according to how the Input Setup menu was programmed. To scroll through the active inputs, press PREV/INPUT or NEXT/INPUT on the front panel or press the right/left buttons on the remote, and to make a selection press SELECT. Front Panel Remote Alternatively, press the INPUT button for an on-screen list of inputs. Use the left/right or prev/next and SELECT buttons to change the input.
7.4 LEVEL TRIM If a channel group, for example, the surrounds or the subwoofer, occasionally sounds too loud or soft, adjust its level on the fly—press LEVEL on the remote to cycle through the groups then up/down to adjust. Note, LFE is a separate adjustment from the subwoofer. LFE can be used to reduce the level of LFE effects on multichannel recordings without affecting the bass redirected from other speaker channels. The subwoofer adjustment changes both the redirected bass and LFE levels.
7.5 BASS / TREBLE / BALANCE To change the tone of your system, press BASS or TREBLE on the remote control then the up/down buttons. Note that BASS does not affect the subwoofer output, which is handled by the Level adjustment. To change balance, press BAL on the remote. Then, press up to move the image to the right or down to move the image to the left. 7.6 LIP-SYNC If the audio is not synchronized with the video, press LIP-SYNC then up/down to add as much as 500 milliseconds of delay.
7.8 DOLBY AUDIO POST PROCESSING AND DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL Refer to the Input Setup section for a description of Dolby Audio Post Processing. To change on/off status, press DYN on the remote control and then the up/down buttons. When Dolby Audio Post Processing is off, and you press the DYN button a second time, alternate dynamic range settings become available. This setting allows you to control the difference between the softest and loudest passages on soundtracks that contain dynamic scaling cues.
7.9 DTS:X DIALOG LEVEL CONTROL This control applies only to DTS:X sources making use of the function. To raise or lower the level of the dialogue (actor voices), use the PG/PR up/down buttons on the remote. The range is 0–6 dB, default 3 dB. Note that not all soundtracks are recorded with a separate dialogue track and therefore won’t be able to use this feature. 7.
7.12 AIRPLAY SETUP Wired Connection 1. Connect an ethernet cable to the Receiver/Processor. 2. To listen to audio via AirPlay on your Receiver/Processor, ensure your Apple device is connected to the same network as the Receiver/Processor and simply select the Receiver/Processor as the AirPlay audio playback device. Note: The Receiver/Processor will appear as MRX/AVM in the AirPlay speaker menu.
7.13 CHROMECAST SETUP Wired Connection Connect an ethernet cable to the Receiver/Processor. Wired & Wireless Connection Download and open the Google Home app. 1. You should be prompted that there is a device available for setup. If not, simply tap “Add” followed by “Setup a Device.” Select the Receiver/Processor and follow the instructions on screen. 2.
LIMITED WARRANTY 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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n • T H E : m® AVM 90/70 M RX 1140/7 40/540 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. Within 6m (20ft) Basic Connections How to connect speakers and sources to your MRX/AVM. Speakers/Subwoofer (AVM 90/70 ONLY'.
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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.
A/V RECEIVERS NEW! For Mac and PC MRX SERIES A/V RECEIVERS 1140|740|540 NEW! Next-gen ARC® Mic with built-in calibration. All-New Features • All-New Electronics Platform, up to 15.4 channels, HDMI 2.0b HDCP 2.2, Hardware Upgradeable to HDMI 2.1 (8K) • Platform Agnostic Streaming with AirPlay2, Google Chromecast (Audio), Bluetooth v4.
REAR INPUTS / OUTPUTS 1 2 3 4 5 1 MRX 1140 REAR VIEW MRX R E A R PA N E L S 1. Wireless antenna connectors 2. USB jack for factory service 3. Local area network connection for IP control and Anthem Room Correction 4. HDMI outputs: HDMI 1 supports eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 5. HDMI inputs SERIAL NO. LABEL 6. AC input 7. RS-232 interface (bidirectional) for serial control 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 8. IR input and trigger outputs 9.
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