DaytonAudio MCWA60 User Manual

60 WATT CLASS D PLATE
AMPLIFIER with WI-FI and
BLUETOOTH 4.0 aptX

Model: MCWA60 User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Dayton Audio® MCWA60 60-watt plate amplifier with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth audio! The
MCWA60 is a feature-packed full range Class D plate amplifier that makes it easy to add high-quality Wi-Fi and AptX Bluetooth

4.0 wireless connectivity to your speakers. In addition to its wireless inputs, the MCWA60 features RCA, 3.5mm, and optical digital
inputs, plus a subwoofer output (LFE).

The MCWA60 is ideal for the project builder or OEM, with endless applications. Use the MCWA60 to build multimedia speakers,
powered monitor speakers, or even retrofit existing speakers! Each Wi-Fi module is serialized for easy identification when using
multiple plate amps, and each plate amp powers its host speaker plus an additional passive unit with up to 30 watts per channel.

ASSEMBLY

Select a mounting location for the MCWA60 amplifier module that allows the 30" speaker cable to easily reach the speaker or
crossover input terminals. The 30" lead is factory terminated with 0.205" disconnects for easy connection to speaker and crossover
terminals. Mount the MCWA60 amplifier module into a 3-3/4" (W) x 5-1/2" (H) cut-out in your cabinet, and bore an 11/16" diameter
hole to mount the IR target/BT/Wi-Fi pairing indicator PCB.

Internal

Speaker Lead

78cm/30.7"

Pairing

WiFi Plate

FRONT BACK

Note: For modeling use both 2D and 3D mechanical files are available for download of this plate amplifier.

Files can be found on the daytonaudio.com website.

INPUTS/OUTPUTS

The MCWA60 features a variety of input connections to suit a variety of needs:

OPTICAL – Connect an S/PDIF Toslink cable to this input. The
Toslink input supports PCM digital audio signals via an optical
cable and a high-quality AKM digital-to-analog converter.

AUX 2 – Connect a line-level or headphone-level signal to the

3.5mm AUX 2 input using a 3.5 mm to 3.5mm or 3.5mm to
RCA cable.

AUX 1 – Connect a line-level stereo audio signal to the AUX 1
input using quality RCA style cables.

SUB OUT – Connect a powered subwoofer to the SUB OUT
using a standard RCA style cable. The subwoofer plays content
below 80 Hz when connected; the speaker outputs remain
full-range.

SPEAKER OUT –

Connect a remote full-range speaker to
the SPEAKER OUT. Be sure and pay attention to positive
and negative polarity. The amplifier will provide up to 30
watts into a 4 ohm minimum impedance on this connection.

AC INPUT – Connect line power to the AC INPUT using
the included non-polarized “figure 8“ style power cord. The
MCWA60 switch-mode power supply accommodates a full
range of operating voltages from 115/230V, and is double
insulated for use with non-grounded line cords.

POWER – Switch to the ON position when operating the
MCWA60 and the OFF position when the unit is not in use.

~30cm/11.8"

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REMOTE CONTROL

POWER – Toggles the power state of the amplifier from STANDBY to ON. When the unit is ON, the

indicator LED will illuminate BLUE. When the unit is in STANDBY, the indicator LED will illuminate
RED. (Note: Turning OFF the rear power switch will turn power completely off to the unit, disabling
the remote.)

VOLUME – Adjusts the volume level of the amplifier. If the source device has a volume control in
itself, set the volume to full then control the volume with the MCWA60 volume control. As the volume
increases or decreases the blue indicator LED will flash. When volume is at min or MAX, the blue
indicator LED will not flash.

MUTE – Press once to temporarily mute the amplifier. The blue indicator LED will flash slowly while
the MCWA60 is muted.

PLAY/PAUSE – Press once to play or pause program audio in Bluetooth mode only.

PREVIOUS/SKIP – Press to move to the beginning of the current song or advance

to the next song in Bluetooth mode only.

AUX 1/2 – Press once to switch to the corresponding analog input on the amplifier. The blue
indicator LED will flash once.

OPTICAL – Press once to switch to the S/PDIF Toslink input on the amplifier. The blue indicator LED
will flash once.

BLUETOOTH –
indicator LED will flash once.

WiFi – Press once to switch to and pair with the Wi-Fi input on the amplifier. The blue indicator LED will flash once.

Press to switch to and pair with the Bluetooth input on the amplifier. The blue

OPERATION

Once you have completed the installation of the MCWA60 into your project, it is best to test the system using a known operating
source component connected to one of the analog inputs. The default state of the amplifier at power-ON is to enter STANDBY
mode; use the remote to turn the power on and select an input to begin listening.

PHYSICAL CONNECTION

Connect an audio source to any of the three external inputs. Permanent connection of sources including CD/BD/DVD players,
television/satellite/cable boxes, game consoles, and other sources are best supported using the OPTICAL or AUX 1 (RCA) inputs,
while portable music players and PCs are best supported by the AUX 2 (3.5mm) input.

WIRELESS CONNECTION – BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth connectivity provides an easy, wireless connection for a personal audio device such as a tablet or mobile phone. The
MCWA60 utilizes a Bluetooth 4.0 transceiver featuring aptX® decoding for CD quality audio, and also supports legacy A2DP,
AVRCP, HFP, and HSP Bluetooth audio profiles. This is a Class II Bluetooth receiver with a range of approximately 10 meters.

To pair your device, put the phone or tablet into pairing mode. Press the Bluetooth button on the remote control. Press “scan“
on the phone or tablet and select the device labeled “DABTA“. The blue indicator LED will illuminate brightly to show pairing was
successful.

Note: The remote control functions PREVIOUS, SKIP, PLAY, and PAUSE are only available for use in Bluetooth mode.

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WIRELESS CONNECTION – Wi-Fi

The Wi-Fi connection in the MCWA60 operates using the same principles as your home Wi-Fi internet connection; however,
the MCWA60 does not connect to your home Wi-Fi or to the internet. Instead, it creates its own Wi-Fi network, which your
source device connects to. The Wi-Fi connection provides an easy, wireless connection for a personal audio device such as a
smartphone, tablet, or PC.

Note: Each MCWA60 is assigned a unique Wi-Fi Serial Identifier. This number can be found on the amplifier's face (same as
serial number). If using multiple MCWA60s, this Serial Identifier will allow you to determine which plate amp you are connected to
via your Wi-Fi connection.

Open the Wi-Fi settings in your smartphone, tablet, or PC. Press the Wi-Fi button on the remote control. Scan for Wi-Fi networks
and select the network labeled DAWAXXX, where “XXX“ is a unique string of numbers assigned to the Wi-Fi module. Once you
have selected the appropriate DAWAXXX Wi-Fi amplifier, Enter 12345678 when you are prompted to enter a Wi-Fi password.
You will not be required to re-enter this in the future. Note: In most cases your smartphone, tablet, or PC will lose internet Wi-Fi
connectivity while connected to and streaming audio to the MCWA60 amplifier.

STANDBY MODE

The MCWA60 will automatically switch to standby mode if no signal is sensed for 15 minutes. When a signal is sensed, the MCWA60
will “wake-up

“

automatically and begin to operate. Power consumption in standby mode is less than 0.5W.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Power:
Inputs:
Outputs:

2 x 30 Watts RMS (Class D)
AUX 1: 2 x RCA, AUX 2: 3.5mm Stereo, S/PDIF Optical: Toslink
30" lead with 0.205" disconnects, Dual 5-way binding posts,
RCA LFE Output (80 Hz Xover)

Frequency response:
Operating power:
Standby power:
Bluetooth module:
Bluetooth Audio Profi les:
Bluetooth range:
Wi-Fi:
Signal to noise ratio:

45-20,000 Hz
115/230 VAC, 60 Hz/50 Hz, 80W
<0.5Watts
V4.0 + EDR, Class II
aptX, A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, and HSP
10 meters

2.4 GHz, Apple AirPlay® compatible
>95dB

Specifi cations and design subject to modifi cation without notice

Apple and AirPlay are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Registered in the US and other countries.

Dayton Audio products are constructed by industry experts, and are thoroughly tested before shipment. Dayton Audio products
are warranted for the period of one year. This warranty is limited to manufacturer defects, either in materials or workmanship.
Dayton Audio is not responsible for any consequential on inconsequential damage to any other unit or component or the cost
for installation or extraction of any component of the audio system. In the rare case of a product failure, please contact your
place of purchase or call our Customer Support Department at [phone].

There are no other warranties, either express or implied, which extend the foregoing, and there are no warranties of mer­chantability or fi tness for any particular purpose. The warranty will not cover incidental or consequential damage due to
defective or improper use of products. This includes but is not limited to burnt voice coils, overheating, bent frames, holes in
the cone, or broken lead wires.

This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Non-Warranty Service: If non-warranty service is required, the product may be sent to the Company for repair/replacement,
transportation prepaid, by calling [phone] for details, complete instructions, and service fee charges.

daytonaudio.com

tel + 937.743.8248
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Springboro, OH 45066
USA

© Dayton Audio®Last Revised: 1/16/2015

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