Myryad mi 120 owners manual

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3 rear panel connections 1Power inlet Before making any connection, check that the mains voltage setting printed on the rear panel is the same as your local mains supply. Plug the female (socket) end of the power cord into the power inlet on the rear of the ampliÞer. Plug the male (plug) end of the cord into a ÒliveÓ wall socket or a suitable heavy duty extension cable. UK version: The mains plug is supplied Þtted with a 5A fuse. It should only be replaced with a fuse of the same rating (5A) which complies with BS1362. 2Power switch Press one side of this rocker switch (the side nearer the edge of the rear panel) to switch the ampliÞer ON and the other side (towards the speaker terminals) to switch it OFF. When the POWER switch is in the OFF position all power is disconnected from the ampliÞer. In this condition the ampliÞer cannot be powered up from the front panel or the remote control. When the POWER switch is in the ON position (and the power cord correctly inserted and plugged in to a live wall socket) the ampliÞer will power up in standby mode (see FRONT PANEL CONTROLS, STANDBY, page 5). It is recommended that the POWER switch is turned OFF if the ampliÞer is not going to be used for an extended period of time. 3My-link input/output When the MI 120 is used in a system with other Myr yad products all may be joined together via the My-Link. This will allow all the different products to be remotely- controlled via the infra-red receiver on the MI 120. My-Link offers two beneÞts. Firstly, only the MI 120 infra red receiver needs to be in Òline-of-sightÓ from the remote handset. Secondly, the My-Link allows remote control of some Myr yad products which do not have their own infra-red receiver. 4BI-AMP output Many loudspeakers today are made so that the bass and treble sections can be separated and fed from two sets of speaker cables. This is known as Òbi-wiringÓ and can yield a signiÞcant improvement in sound quality. A further sound quality gain may be made by Òbi-amplifyingÓ the loudspeaker Ð using two separate power ampliÞers to drive the bass and treble sections. The MI 120 makes provision for this with its ÒBI-AMPÓ output, which can be used to feed a separate MA 120 Power AmpliÞer. The MI 120 loudspeaker outputs should be connected to the bass sections of the loudspeakers (left and right) while the MA 120 drives the treble. This mode of operation is described in more detail in the MA 120 OwnerÕs Manual, or visit www.myr yad.co.uk/technology.html 5Loudspeaker outputs The loudspeaker outputs are capable of driving all loudspeakers with rated impedances in the range 4½ to 16 ½. The loudspeaker terminals are high Ð currentbinding Ð posts, coded red or black. The terminals on the left side of the ampliÞer (viewed from the front) and marked ÒLÓ should be wired to the left hand loudspeaker. Those on the right, marked ÒRÓ, should be wired to the right hand loudspeaker. For correct stereo imaging it is important that the two loudspeakers are wired Òin phaseÓ. To ensure correct phasing wire the black (Ð) terminal on the ampliÞer to the black or ÒÐÓ terminal on the loudspeaker. The red (+) terminal on the ampliÞer should be wired to the red or Ò+Ó terminal on the loudspeaker. The loudspeakers should be positioned as recommended by the loudspeaker manufacturer. The two loudspeakers should always be placed at equal distances from the main listening position and usually spaced a similar distance apart. It is generally best to keep the loudspeakers away from room corners and many loudspeakers work best away from all walls. 6Tape 1input/output These connectors are suited to any type of tape recorder, including high-quality Ò3-headÓ types which allow you to monitor the signal off the tape whilst it is being recorded. Connect a stereo cable from the TAPE 1 REC output sockets of the ampliÞer to the LINE IN or RECORD IN sockets on your tape deck. Connect a second stereo cable from the TAPE 1 PL AY input sockets of the ampliÞer to the LINE OUT or PL AY OUT sockets on your tape deck. Any source selected for listening on the MI 120 will automatically be fed to the TAPE 1 REC output sockets for recording. If the 2 contents ¥ Introduction2 ¥ Installation and safety notes 2 ¥ Accessories 2 ¥ Setting up your system3 ¥ Rear panel connections3 ¥ Operating your system5 ¥ Front panel controls5 ¥ Loudspeaker output protection 6 and muting ¥ Remote control handset operation6 ¥ Installing and replacing batteries6 ¥ Trouble-shooting guide7 ¥ Specifications7 introduction The Myr yad MI 120 Stereo Integrated AmpliÞer has been designed to offer a combination of high quality sound reproduction and elegant styling. The ampliÞer can accept up to six line-level input sources, including two tape recorders. Outputs are provided for one pair of loudspeakers and for headphones. All functions Ð input selection, volume and standby Ð can be operated using the infra- red remote control handset. The MI 120 offers a range of expansion possibilities: ¥ The AUX. input can be converted to accept the output from a phono cartridge by installing a Myr yad Phono Cartridge Pre-Amp Module. ¥ A low-level ÒBi-ampÓ output is provided to feed the Myr yad MA 120 Power AmpliÞer, allowing bi-ampliÞed drive of suitable loudspeakers. ¥ The ÒMy-LinkÓ input/output can be coupled to other Myr yad products which can then be remote-controlled via the MI 120Õs infra-red receiver. installation and safety notes This ampliÞer generates a modest amount of heat and thus requires ventilation. Do not place it on a rug or other soft surface into which it could sink, obstructing the air inlets in its underside. Do not allow papers or cloth to obstruct the ventilation grille in the top cover. The ampliÞer should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. CAUTION: TO PREVENT A FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT PERMIT THIS PRODUCT TO BECOME WET. IF LIQUID IS ACCIDENTALLY SPILLED ON IT, IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF ITS POWER AT THE WALL SOCKET AND UNPLUG THE AC POWER CORD. ALLOW SUFFICIENT TIME FOR COMPLETE EVAPORATION TO OCCUR BEFORE OPERATING THE AMPLIFIER AGAIN. IF THE LIQUID IS ANYTHING BUT WATER AND/OR ALCOHOL, THE AMPLIFIER SHOULD BE EXAMINED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN BEFORE IT IS USED AGAIN. Do not remove the cover, or attempt to modify or repair the ampliÞer yourself. Refer all servicing to a qualiÞed technician. accessories Your MI 120 is supplied complete with the following accessories: ¥ Separate mains power cord to suit countr y of sale. ¥ Remote control handset. ¥ Four A A A batteries for handset (not in some countries). play rec aux tuner cd videognd tape 2 tape 1 play rec rl r l poweron off bi-amp out 9 10 11 12 rl outin my-link setting up your system English MI 120 ok 29/1/01 10:17 am Page 2