Mca Series: Operatingmanual
Mca Series: Operatingmanual
Mca Series: Operatingmanual
OPERATING MANUAL
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING!
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE THE FUSE ONLY WITH THE SAME AMPERAGE
AND VOLTAGE TYPE. REFER REPLACEMENT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: UNIT MAY BECOME HOT. ALWAYS PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO ALLOW FOR COOLING. DO NOT
PLACE NEAR A HEAT SOURCE, OR IN SPACES THAT CAN RESTRICT VENTILATION.
Ground Clamp
Antenna-Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Ground Clamps
13. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable systems. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
14. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
15. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in
a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points
or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Do not expose this product to dripping or splashing and
ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the product.
17. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
18. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel under
the following conditions:
• When power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.
19. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
20. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Please note that only the product falls under the WEEE directive. When disposing of packaging and other shipping
material we encourage you to recycle through the normal channels.
Anthem, Sonic Frontiers, and Paradigm are trademarks or registered trademarks of Paradigm Electronics Inc.
Copyright Paradigm Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. The information contained herein may not be reproduced in whole
or in part without our express written permission. We reserve the right to change specifications and/or features without
notice as design improvements are incorporated.
1. INTRODUCTION
Packing List:
• Amplifier
• Power Cord (North America only)
• Operating Manual
Keep the invoice that you received from your authorized Anthem dealer at time of purchase – without
it, service will not be provided under warranty.
Safety Instructions:
• Read all safety precautions and instructions at the beginning of this manual.
• Do not connect power if there are any signs of damage to any part of the exterior.
• The Front Panel power buttons and the Rear Panel switch do not disconnect the product from the
AC line. Ensure that the power cord remains readily accessible at all times.
• To connect power, only use the supplied double-insulated power cord.
• Allow adequate ventilation to ensure reliable operation and to prevent overheating. The amount of
space required above the unit for radiation depends on ambient air temperature and circulation.
Installation inside a cabinet with a front that can be closed is not recommended unless a fan is also
installed to adequately draw air away from the top of the unit.
• Failing to comply with any safety instruction, precaution, or warning in this Operating Manual is in
direct violation of the standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product.
• Anthem and any related party assume no liability for the user’s failure to comply with requirements.
Do not use ‘RCA-compatible’ connectors that have a hollow center pin with a hole at the tip – inserting
them into the MCA amplifier’s RCA jacks can cause internal damage.
2.3 ON MODES
With the three-way switch located on the rear panel, you can set the way the amplifier is turned on and off.
To use Trigger-On, connect a standard 3.5mm (.125”) mono mini plug cable between the amplifier and the
preamplifier or control component. Once all other connections are made, connect the power cord to the
amplifier and then the wall outlet. Some ‘clicks’ should be heard from relays inside the amplifier a few
seconds after power is turned on.
Manual-On:
When in this position, the amplifier is turned on/off via the power button on the front panel.
Trigger-On:
This feature allows the amplifier to be turned on or off remotely via the trigger. The
3.5mm (.125”) mini-jack INPUT receives power (5-24 volts, AC or DC) from an upstream
component or system controller. The same trigger signal can be linked to other
components through the OUTPUT. When using Trigger mode, leave the front power button in the ‘on’ position.
Auto-On:
This feature also eliminates the need to manually operate the power button. Auto-On turns the amplifier on
whenever it senses an input signal on any channel, and switches off 20 minutes after the input signal stops.
The power button on the front panel must be left ‘on’.
2-Color LED:
In Manual mode, the LED on the front panel is lit blue when the amplifier is on. In Auto or Trigger mode, the
LED is lit red to indicate standby mode, and blue to indicate operate mode.
Note: The amplifier is equipped with a thermal shut off feature. If it overheats, the affected channel will
remain off until the temperature falls below the shut off threshold.
2. CONNECTIONS AND OPERATION continued …
M C A 20 M C A 30
WARNING WARNING
RISK OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY! MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS. SEE OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING. RISK OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY! MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS. SEE OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING.
VA VA
MCA 20 MCA 30
M C A 50
2
3
4
7
WARNING
8 VA
RISK OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY! MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS. SEE OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING.
MCA 50
1 – Fuses (one in MCA 20/30, two in MCA 50) 5 – On-Mode (Trigger / Manual / Auto)
2 – Single-Ended RCA Inputs 6 – Speaker Binding Posts
3 – Trigger Input and Output 7 – Power Cord Socket
4 – Balanced XLR Inputs 8 – Chassis Ground
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0, -0.15 dB), 5 Hz to 100 kHz (+0, -2 dB)
THD+N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0015% at 1 kHz, 0.03% at 20 kHz (100 W into 8 Ω)
Power Bandwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Hz to 80 kHz (+0, -3 dB, 200 W into 8 Ω)
Slew Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 V/µs
Headroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.45 dB (8 Ω), 2.3 dB (4 Ω)
Input Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 Vrms in for 225 W out into 8 Ω
Input Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 kΩ (RCA), 15 kΩ (XLR)
Damping Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 at 1 kHz (ref. 8 Ω)
S/N Ratio (ref. 225 W, IEC-A filter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 dB
Crosstalk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . >65 dB (100 Hz to 10 kHz)
Voltage Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 dB
POWER REQUIREMENT
DIMENSIONS
Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 5/8 inches (19.4 cm) including feet, rackmounting – 4 rack units without feet
Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 1/4 inches (43.8 cm)
Depth
MCA 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 1/4 inches (31 cm)
MCA 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 1/4 inches (31 cm)
MCA 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 1/2 inches (44.5 cm)
Weight
MCA 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 lb (16 kg)
MCA 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 lb (18.5 kg)
MCA 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 lb (27.5 kg)
WARRANTY
Disclaimer of Liability
Under no circumstances does Anthem Electronics assume liability or responsibility for injury or damages sustained in
the use or operation of Anthem products, or for damages to any other connected products.
In no event shall Anthem Electronics, its agents, representatives, or employees, be responsible for any incidental or
consequential damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so this
exclusion may not apply to you.
Anthem Electronics reserves the right to make design changes or improvements to products without any obligation to
revise prior versions. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
On the expiration of the warranty period all liability of Anthem Electronics in connection with the product shall terminate.
This warranty constitutes the only warranty applicable to products sold by Anthem Electronics. No other warranty or
condition, statutory or otherwise, expressed or implied, shall be imposed upon Anthem Electronics, nor shall any
representation made by any person, including a representation by a representative or agent of Anthem Electronics, be
effective to extend the warranty coverage provided herein.
INTERNATIONAL
Outside of Canada and USA, warranty coverage terms are set and maintained by the Authorized Anthem Distributor, not
Anthem Electronics. Terms and conditions may vary.
DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN NORTH AMERICA
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OM-950 2/15/08