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INDY AUDIO LABS Acurus M8 Operating Manual And Installation Instructions

Multi-channel power amplifier

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M8
Multi-channel Power Amplifier
Operating Manual and Installation Guide
All models
Version 1.0
(Revision 20190925)

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Summary of Contents for INDY AUDIO LABS Acurus M8

  • Page 1 Multi-channel Power Amplifier Operating Manual and Installation Guide All models Version 1.0 (Revision 20190925)
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN! CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, do not remove the cover or back plate of the device enclosure. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to an Acurus authorized service center. CAUTION! The international symbol of a lightning bolt inside a triangle is intended to alert the user to uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Connecting Amp Outputs Rear Panel Trigger In and Out Control Control Networks Mains (AC) Power RS-232 and Ethernet Control Problem Resolution Product Specifications RS-232 Troubleshooting Table Web-based Control Obtaining Additional Help Configuration Examples Ethernet Control About Acurus and Indy Audio Labs...
  • Page 5 In the unlikely event of any of the above items missing, immediately contact your dealer or Acurus Customer Congratulations on your purchase of an Acurus M8 Multi- Service: channel Amplifier. The Acurus M8 is a state-of-the-art component featuring high-end audio performance combined ACURUS CUSTOMER SERVICE with unprecedented control, connectivity and upgradeability.
  • Page 6: Front Panel

    Side Panels Your M8 Multi-channel Amplifier has been engineered to The left and right side panels of the Acurus M8 include provide years of trouble-free enjoyment when installed and ventilation slots to help regulate the internal temperature of used according to this guide.
  • Page 7: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel The rear panel of the Acurus M8 is designed for ease of IR (infrared) Sensor Input: The IR input is designed to connection and expandability. A white powder coat finish interface with an external IR window sensor (available from...
  • Page 8 Master Power Switch: To the back right of the M8 is a Main AC cord inlet: Below the fuse drawer is the main AC combined master power on/off switch, main AC in fuse cord inlet. Ensure the AC cord is inserted securely in this drawer, and AC mains inlet.
  • Page 9 Installation guidelines Shelf Mounting The M8 Multi-channel Amplifier can simply rest on a flat surface using the 4 rubber feet and mounting screws supplied with the unit. The M8 was designed for both rack-mount and shelf- mount applications. The M8 includes feet for shelf placement.
  • Page 10: Ethernet Control

    system connections Mains (AC) Power The M8 Multi-channel Amplifier is designed for simple, The M8 is equipped with a high-quality 14 gauge, 3- reliable connections in a variety of system configurations. conductor power cord. Plug this cord into the back of the Following the guidelines below will ensure optimal pre-amp processor and then into a nearby AC outlet.
  • Page 11 EXAMPLE – M8 CONFIGURATION INFO QUERY: ASCII command: M8INFO Sending this ASCII command string will return the current status of the connected M8 as shown in the below The M8 Multi-channel Amplifier is designed for simple, example: reliable control in a variety of system configurations. This section details the control protocols and specs for interfacing M8 with a computer and/or 3 party automation...
  • Page 12 • Main Control Page: Click on the power button (or turn on Web-based Control • TYPE the power on the M8 from the front panel or trigger) in order to bring up the main control page. The M8 Multi-channel Amplifier contain a built in web server.
  • Page 13 • Configuration Example – 7.1 with bridged center channel: Amplifier temperature and overall mute: The top portion of • TYPE The example configuration below shows channel 1 bridged the main page displays internal temperature of the M8 (such as a center dialog channel) and the remaining seven along with the overall mute control for all channels of the amplifier.
  • Page 14 • Configuration Example – High Power Four-channel Configuration Example – 5.1 with bridged LCR channels: • TYPE Amplifier: The example configuration below shows The example configuration below shows channels 1, 3, 5 channels 1, 3, 5 and 7 bridged to form a high-powered 4 bridged (such as LCR channels) and the remaining two channels (7, 8) running unbridged (surround channels).
  • Page 15 • Settings Query Page: Click on the upper left info icon to • TYPE bring up the settings page as shown below. Ethernet-based Control Systems The M8 Multi-channel Amplifier is designed to receive external control system commands via the Ethernet port. For more detailed information about controlling the M8 from a 3 party control system via Ethernet, see the...
  • Page 16 From time to time, problems may occur. The following table is intended to help categorize and solve issues that may arise. Of course, if problems persist, do not hesitate to call your local dealer or Acurus Customer Service. Troubleshooting Table •...
  • Page 17 • Check to ensure input cables are properly connected per Input cable issue connection guidelines. • Speaker cable Check to ensure the speaker cables are not shorted or open issue and are connected per the connection guidelines. M8 switches on (Power button illuminates blue) but does not produce audio •...
  • Page 18 Electrical 200W (4-8Ω) all channels driven 400W (4Ω), any four channels driven Power output 320W (4-8Ω) all channels driven, bridged mono < 0.05% (200W, 8Ω), < 0.08% (400W, 4Ω) THD (amplifier) 20 – 20kHz + 0 / -1dB Frequency response >112dB (A-wt.) >1000, 8Ω...
  • Page 19 If returning the product you will brand, Aragon. Like its predecessor, Mondial, Indy Audio Labs need to obtain a Return Authorization from Indy Audio Labs and ship designs and manufactures all of its audio components in the this product in either its original packaging or packaging affording an USA using custom fabricated parts and assemblies.