Contact the authorized centre for ordinary and extraordinary maintenance. Speaker damage Martin Audio MA18K & 18K DSP amplifiers are among the most powerful professional amplifiers available and are capable of producing much more power than many loudspeakers can handle. It is the user's responsibility to use suitable speakers with the amplifier and to use them in a sensible way that will not cause damage.
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Speaker output shock hazard A Martin Audio amplifier is capable of producing hazardous output voltages. To avoid electrical shock, do not touch any exposed speaker wiring while the amplifier is operating. This manual contains important information on operating your Martin Audio amplifier correctly and safety.
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Introduction The totally new Martin Audio MA18K & 18K DSP technology has changed the way the world looks at professional audio amplification. No other amplifiers come close for applications demanding high power and long term reliability. Thanks to amazing reductions in heat output along with reductions in weight and the specific high output power, MA18K &...
Carefully open the shipping carton and check for any noticeable damage. Every Martin Audio amplifier is completely tested and inspected before leaving the factory and should arrive in perfect condition. If you find any damage, notify the shipping company immediately. Be sure to save the carton and all packing materials for the carrier's inspection.
"C1+2" button. The "+" and "-" buttons change the value of the gain. The values of gains permitted are 26, 29, 32 and 35 dB. Martin Audio strongly recommends the use of the default 32dB setting as this is the industry standard and is the basis for the limiter thresholds used in all Martin Audio loudspeaker controllers and published speaker parameters.
MA Control Manager Overview Both the standard and DSP versions of the MA18K may be remote controlled from a PC using the MA Control Manager software which may be downloaded from the Martin Audio website;- http://www.mauserguides.com.red-square.net/Ampsoft/ContMan.pdf The application may be used to control many amplifiers, particularly in an installation environment and offers a host of extremely useful programming and monitoring facilities.
There are no user-serviceable parts in your MA18K or 18K DSP amplifier. Refer servicing to qualified technical personnel. If your MA18K or 18K DSP amplifier needs repair, contact your Martin Audio dealer or distributor. Dust removal Particularly in dusty environments, the front side filters clog with dust and dirt after prolonged use, this will interfere with cooling.
4 (four) years from the date of original purchase. During the warranty period Martin Audio will, at its discretion, either repair or replace products which prove to be defective provided that the product is returned in its original packaging, shipping prepaid, to an authorised Martin Audio service agent or distributor.