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This manual is put together with much care, and is as complete as could be on the publication date. However, updates on the specifications, functionality or software may have occurred since publication. To obtain the latest version of both manual and software, please visit the Audac website @ www.audac.eu.
Index Introduction Precautions Safety requirements Caution servicing EC Declaration of Conformity Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Chapter 1: Connections and connectors Connection standards Chapter 2: Overview MMP40 Chapter 3: Using the MMP40 Module screen Media player mode Media player settings Media recorder mode Media recorder settings Chapter 4: Installing the MMP40...
Introduction SourceCon™ media player & recorder module The MMP40 is a professional media player & recorder featuring SourceCon™ modular technology. This unique technology guarantees true plug & play implementation to any compatible device. When inserted to a supporting slot, the module is instantly installed, discovered and ready for operation without requiring any additional internal wiring or complex configuration.
Precautions READ FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY • ALWAYS KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. NEVER THROW THEM AWAY • ALWAYS HANDLE THIS UNIT WITH CARE • HEED ALL WARNINGS AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS • AVOID ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE BY TOUCHING GROUNDED POINT BEFORE REMOVING THE MODULES FROM THEIR PROTECTIVE BAG •...
CAUTION - SERVICING This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Do not perform any servicing (unless you are qualified to do so.) EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This product conforms to all the essential requirements and further relevant specifications described in following directives: 2014/30/ EU (EMC) and 2014/35/EU (LVD) WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE)
Chapter 1 Connections and connectors CONNECTION STANDARDS The in- and output connections for AUDAC audio equipment are performed corresponding to international wiring standards for professional audio equipment. 3-Pin terminal block: For balanced in & output connections Left: Signal - (XLR Pin 3)
Chapter 2 Overview MMP40 The MMP40 is a SourceCon™ compatible module featuring an (internal) board-edge connector which carries all signals for getting it connected to any supporting main unit. All external in & output connections shall be made using the available connectors on the panel.
Chapter 3 Using the MMP40 Since the MMP40 is a SourceCon™ module, it can be combined with a variation of supporting main units. The operation and configuration interface might be different of the unit where installed, however the offered functionality is identical. Some devices will support control and configuration through a front panel graphical control interface on a display, while others are also supporting web-control.
Media player mode Track selection: The playing track can be selected by pressing Media Player (previous track) and (next track) buttons. When selected, the first next supported Track name track will be selected and start playing. When using this function, track browsing throughout the entire inserted media carrier can be done, including all sub-folders.
Media player settings The player settings menu for MMP40 is loaded when pressing the (settings) button in player mode. Output gain: The gain can be adjusted within a range of +8 MMP40 SETTINGS dB and -92 dB, allowing optimalization of the output level according to the input sensitivity of Output gain the connected amplifier or pre-amplifier.
Play mode: The play mode can be selected between ‘Single play’ and ‘Continuous play’. In ‘Continuous play’ mode, the next track will automatically start playing when the current track is finished. In ‘Single play’ mode, the player stops playing, waiting for a ‘Play’ command (press the Play button) before playing the next track.
Media recorder settings The recorder settings menu for MMP40 is loaded when pressing the (settings) button in recorder mode. Filename: The filename of the recorded tracks can be MMP40 RECORDER SETTINGS configured in this screen. When selected, a screen with keyboard overview allows to enter Filename the filename through using the rotary selection Filetype...
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Using ‘Mono (left input)’, only the signal available on the left recording input will be recorded as a single (mono) audio signal. Using ‘Mono mix’, both left and right signal inputs will be summed to a mono signal, which will be recorded as a single (mono) audio signal. MP3: The MP3 recording settings can be selected between ‘Variable bitrate’...
Chapter 4 Installing the MMP40 CAUTION Before installing the MMP40 to any SourceCon™ compatible device, make sure the power is switched off. Malfunctions or electrical shocks may occur otherwise. Step 1: Make sure that the slot whereto the module should be installed is open and ready for installation.
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Step 4: Some resistance might occur when the module’s board edge connector reaches the connection counterpart on the main board. Gently push the module all the way into the slot to ensure that the contacts are correctly inserted. The module is well inserted when its connection panel touches the metal chassis of the main device where inserted to.
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