Page 2 - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN; CAUTION
2 WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this ap - paratus. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. CAUTION: For ...
Page 4 - Cd
4 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, no...
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
5 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction and Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.1 Before Making Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.2 Box Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.3 In-Use Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 6 - INTRODUCTION AND QUICK START; BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS; RACK AND SHELF MOUNTING
6 1. INTRODUCTION AND QUICK START Thank you for purchasing the MartinLogan MDA. All MartinLo - gan 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 cir - cuit design, super...
Page 8 - MDA16 Back Panel
8 1.6 BACK PANEL Analog RCA stereo inputs (MDA16 has eight, MDA8 has four) Optical digital audio inputs (MDA16 has two, MDA8 has one) Coaxial digital audio inputs (MDA16 only) Optical digital audio output (MDA16 only) Zone 6 and 7 analog outputs (MDA16 only) Ethernet connection for ARC (Anthem Room ...
Page 10 - SETTING UP A CONTROL SYSTEM
10 The MDA is configured using an interface accessed using a web browser. Identify the MDA’s IP address to proceed. You can discover the MDA’s IP address using the ARC Genesis software (available on AnthemARC.com). Start the program, choose Launch ARC, and hover your mouse cursor over the MDA, wait ...
Page 11 - IDENTIFYING MULTIPLE MDAs; THE USER INTERFACE
11 For optimum performance and enjoyment, your MDA should be appropriately set up. If you’re using a subwoofer or sub - woofers, ARC (Anthem Room Correction) sets crossovers and levels for a perfect blend with the main speakers. The rest of the settings mostly relate to your preferences. Please full...
Page 20 - CONNECTIONS AND BACK PANEL CONTROLS; LOCAL AREA NETWORK CONNECTION
20 3. CONNECTIONS AND BACK PANEL CONTROLS 3.1 LOCAL AREA NETWORK CONNECTION A network connection is required to access the configuration interface, run Anthem Room Correction, and use IP control. Connect to your router using an Ethernet (CAT5) cable. 3.2 SPEAKER CONNECTIONS Depending on the level of...
Page 21 - CONNECTING STEREO SPEAKERS
21 3.3 CONNECTING STEREO SPEAKERS Connect a pair of speakers to a zone using a Euroblock (also known as a Phoenix TM ) connector. These connectors are in - cluded with the MDA and come preinstalled. Euroblock con - nectors accept speaker wire up to 12 gauge. Use speakers as low as 4 Ohms in this con...
Page 24 - SUBWOOFER OUTPUTS; SUB
24 3.6 SUBWOOFER OUTPUTS If you’re using this MDA to power a passive (non-powered) subwoofer refer to the next section. To connect a powered subwoofer, use an RCA cable, connect a zone’s Sub Out to a powered subwoofer LFE input, and enable the subwoofer using Zones > Subwoofer. If the powered sub...
Page 29 - USING ARC WITH AN MDA
29 4.1 USING ARC WITH AN MDA In addition to correcting the acoustic response of subs and speakers in each zone, ARC also: • Adjusts the left/right balance of the speakers. • Sets the crossover point between the speakers and sub - woofer (do not manually change this after running ARC). • Adjust the s...
Page 30 - AN INTERNET CONNECTION)
30 5. UPDATING FIRMWARE When connecting to the MDA’s web interface, the MDA checks our server (if there is an active internet connection) and, if an update is available, displays a notification at the bottom of the screen. Alternatively, an update file can be downloaded from our web site and install...
Page 31 - FRONT PANEL POWER LED; FRONT PANEL LAN LED; FRONT PANEL ZONE LEDS
31 6. FAULT MODES 6.1 FRONT PANEL POWER LED Power LED Status or Fault Blue On Red Network Standby Off Standby (no LAN connection) or no AC power Red (flashing) Power on error (see section 6.3) 6.2 FRONT PANEL LAN LED LAN LED Speed or Fault Blue 100M Red 10M Off No LAN connection 6.3 FRONT PANEL ZONE...
Page 33 - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
33 8. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How do I find the IP address of my MDA? We recommend using Anthem’s ARC Genesis software or us - ing a utility called Fing. See section 2.2 for additional details. I’m connecting my DVD player to the MDA using a TOS in- put, but even if the disc is playing, I do not ...