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Emotiva MC-700 User Manual

Emotiva MC-700 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Preliminary...

  • Page 3: Basx Mc-700 Surround Sound Processor

    Do not install the MC-700 on any stand, shelf, or other piece of furniture that is unable to support its weight. If a cart is used to move the unit, use caution to avoid injury from tip-over.
  • Page 4 Only replace the fuse(s) in the MC-700 with fuse(s) of proper value and voltage rating. The MC-700 should only be cleaned as directed in the manual. Avoid spraying liquids directly onto the unit and NEVER spray liquids into the vents. Care should be taken so that small objects do not fall into the inside of the unit.
  • Page 5 Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver. Consult the manufacturer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. For questions regarding service, please contact: Emotiva Audio Corporation Attn: Repair Department 139 Southeast Parkway Court...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking ..........................7 BasX MC-700 Front Panel....................8 BasX MC-700 Rear Panel .................... 10 BasX MC-700 Remote Control.................. 13 BasX MC-700 VFD Display And Menu System ............ 16 Quick Start ........................25 Care and Maintenance ....................26 Specifications ......................... 27 Emotiva Audio Corporation Three-Year Limited Warranty ......28 Accessories ........................

  • Page 7: Basx Mc-700 Surround Sound Processor

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  • Page 8: Introduction

    4k UHD video, as well as multiple analog and digital audio inputs where you can attach your other audio sources. The MC-700 can be operated via the simple front panel controls, or by the included infrared remote control. The intuitive menu system makes the MC-700 simple to configure and operate using either the large bright blue VFD display on the front panel or the clear concise on-screen display.

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    BasX MC-700 Surround Sound Processor About This Manual This manual will provide you with the information you need to get started enjoying your BasX MC-700 Surround Sound Processor. We suggest that you read through the entire manual; we kept things as short and direct as possible.

  • Page 10: Features

    BasX MC-700 Surround Sound Processor Features The BasX MC-700 is a high performance 7.1 channel surround sound processor that includes support for the latest high quality 5.1 and 7.1 channel surround sound formats and 4k UltraHD video. The MC-700 offers a variety of powerful features, a comprehensive yet intuitive menu system, informative front panel and on-screen displays, and a full function infrared remote control.

  • Page 11: Unpacking

    Gently remove your MC-700 from the packing carton and remove all wrappings and shipping material. It is important to save the box and all packing materials in case your MC-700 ever needs to be moved or shipped back to the factory for service.

  • Page 12: Basx Mc-700 Front Panel

    Input to listen to (and the Up, Down, and center buttons are unused). Menu Navigation - The center button is used to enter the MC-700 Setup Menu. Once you have entered the Setup Menu, the Up, Down, Left, and Right buttons are used to navigate the menus, and the center button is used as an Enter button.

  • Page 13: Volume Knob

    MC-700 is in Standby mode, and blue when the MC-700 is On. Note: The MC-700 will only operate when the AC Power Switch on the rear panel is On. When the AC Power Switch is turned On, the halo will illuminate amber; at which point pressing the Standby button will turn the MC-700 On.

  • Page 14: Basx Mc-700 Rear Panel

    4k video content. 3. AC Power Switch Switches the main AC power to the MC-700 On and Off. When this switch is Off, no controls operate (the MC-700 power amp cannot be turned On from the front panel or remote control).

  • Page 15: Digital Audio Inputs

    24/192k and low bandwidth digital surround sound formats like Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround. The third input is for the optional Bluetooth module, which will allow the MC-700 to play wireless audio sent from your phone or other Bluetooth-enabled source.
  • Page 16 12. Trigger Output A 12 VDC signal is sent from the Trigger Output of the MC-700 to turn on other devices when the MC-700 is turned on. This signal can be used to turn on other trigger-enabled audio equipment - such as a power amplifier.

  • Page 17: Basx Mc-700 Remote Control

    Input will continue to play when the new audio source is selected. 5. Menu Button The Menu Button activates the Setup Menu on the MC-700. When you’re in the Setup Menu, pressing the Menu Button exits.

  • Page 18: Mode Button

    The Mode Button will only allow you to select modes that are valid for the input signal that is currently selected. 9. Mute Button Press this button to mute the audio output on the MC-700; press it again to return the audio to its previous level. 10. Exit Button The Exit Button is used to exit the Setup Menu.
  • Page 19 BasX MC-700 Surround Sound Processor Manual Operation The BasX MC-700 is very simple to operate using either the front panel buttons or the infrared remote control. Selecting an Input To select an Input using the front panel controls - Use the Left Arrow and Right Arrow navigation buttons to cycle through the available Inputs.

  • Page 20: Basx Mc-700 Vfd Display And Menu System

    When the MC-700 is turned on, it always returns to same Input and Volume setting as when it was turned off. If you turn the MC-700 off while it’s in the Setup Menu, when you turn it on it will start up in normal operating mode.
  • Page 21 Pressing the Left Arrow Button a third time will exit the Main Menu. The MC-700 will Exit the Menu System automatically if no button is pressed for several seconds. Note: If the currently selected Input provides both Video and Audio, and you select an audio source, the previously selected Video Source will continue to play accompanies by the audio from the new Input.
  • Page 22 Press the Left Arrow Button again to return to the Main Menu. Pressing the Left Arrow Button a third time will exit the Main Menu. The MC-700 will Exit the Menu System automatically if no button is pressed for several seconds. The Parameter Menu The Parameter Menu allows to make changes to some frequently adjusted settings.
  • Page 23 Press the Left Arrow Button again to return to the Main Menu. Pressing the Left Arrow Button a third time will exit the Main Menu. The MC-700 will Exit the Menu System automatically if no button is pressed for several seconds. The Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows to configure exactly how the MC-700 operates to suit your personal preferences.
  • Page 24 Use the Up and Down Arrow Buttons to highlight the EQ bank you wish to select. Press the Enter Button on the remote control or the Center Navigation Button on the MC-700 front panel to select that option and make it active.
  • Page 25 EQ settings accordingly.) Unpack your calibration microphone, unwind the wire, and plug it into the Microphone jack on the front panel of the MC-700. (The MC-700 is calibrated for this particular microphone, so don’t use a different one.) Note: The calibration microphone supplied with the MC-700 includes its own high quality buffer amplifier to eliminate noise and interference.
  • Page 26 BasX MC-700 Surround Sound Processor • Avoid moving around the room during the test. It’s best if you pick a spot that doesn’t block or change the sound field to stand or sit while the test is running. The best place is in the rear of the room towards the center of the wall.
  • Page 27 On the current Menu screen, you can see the equalization settings that are currently applied by the MC-700. The options include EMOQ, Manual EQ 1, Manual EQ 2, Manual EQ 3, and Flat. By moving the highlight to each choice and pressing Enter, you change the current setting to that choice (and may hear what it sounds like).
  • Page 28 BasX MC-700 Surround Sound Processor Note: Moving the blue selector bar to an EQ choice that isn’t highlighted (red) and pressing Enter selects that choice (and it turns red). At this point (if you have an active input which is subject to EQ) you will be able to preview what that choice sounds like. Moving the blue...

  • Page 29: Quick Start

    BasX MC-700 Surround Sound Processor Quick Start To get the most from your MC-700 we urge you to read the entire manual. If you just can’t wait to listen to it, this section will cover the basics you need to get started.

  • Page 30: Care And Maintenance

    If necessary, the MC-700 should be cleaned gently with a soft rag. • If something sticky gets on the front panel or case of the MC-700, it should be cleaned with a mild cleaning solution applied to a soft rag, followed by wiping with a clean rag dampened with plain water and drying with a soft dry rag or cloth.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    (2) stereo unbalanced analog audio inputs. (1) SPDIF coaxial digital audio input. (1) Toslink (optical) digital audio input. (1) Bluetooth audio input (requires optional Emotiva Bluetooth dongle). Audio Outputs: (1) set of 7.1 channel unbalanced audio main outputs (1) balanced subwoofer output (same as main sub output)

  • Page 32: Emotiva Audio Corporation Three-Year Limited Warranty

    The original owner must make a claim within the Term of the Warranty. A claim shall not be valid (and Emotiva has no obligation related to the claim) if it is not made within the Term and if it is not made in strict compliance with the requirements of the “How do you get service?”...
  • Page 33 365 days of the Term, Warrantor shall refund to you the purchase price that you paid for the Product; and (ii) if the claim was submitted after the first 365 days of the Term, Emotiva shall issue you a credit equal to the purchase price that you paid for the product. The credit may only be used for the purchase of merchandise from Emotiva, and cannot be used for freight charges.
  • Page 34 What if my product is damaged on the way to you? Emotiva is not liable for damages that may incur while an item is in transport to us. Please purchase insurance when you ship your item. If your Product was not adequately packaged, we will refuse receipt and the damaged package will be returned to you at your cost.

  • Page 35: Accessories

    Using high-quality speaker cables and audio interconnects will ensure that you get the best sound quality and maximum reliability from your BasX PT-100 and the equipment connected to it. Emotiva Audio offers high-quality speaker cables and audio interconnects that feature solid engineering, premium build quality, excellent performance, and reasonable cost.

  • Page 36: Notes

    Notes All information contained in this manual is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. In keeping with our policy of ongoing product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes to the design and features of our products without prior notice. User Manual Revision 1.0 November 2016...

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