MartinLogan MLT-1 User Manual
MLT-1
HOME THEATER
SPEAKER SYSTEM
THE GREAT AMERICAN SPEAKER COMPANY
5.1 System
MartinLogan Lawrence, Kansas, USA
Thank you for choosing the MartinLogan MLT-1 5.1 Home Theater
Speaker System. Our speakers are the product of countless hours of
comprehensive research and development and will reward you with exceptional
sound for many years.
To ensure proper installation please read this manual and follow all instructions.
If you have further questions contact your Authorized MartinLogan Dealer or
visit the Q&A page on our website at www.martinlogan.com.
USER'S MANUAL
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UNPACKING YOUR SPEAKERS
Serial Numbers:
Record your serial numbers here for easy reference. You will need this information when
filling out your warranty registration. See page 14 for instructions on how to locate
the serial numbers.
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WARNING: To Reduce Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This
Product To Rain Or Moisture. Unit May Become Hot. Always Provide Adequate
Ventilation To Allow For Cooling. Do Not Place Near A Heat Source, OR In
Spaces That Can Restrict Ventilation.
CAUTION: To Prevent Electric Shock, Match Wide Blade Of Plug To Wide Slot,
Fully Insert. For Continued Protection Against Risk Of Fire, Replace The Fuse
Only With The Same Amperage And Voltage Type. Refer Replacement To Qualified
Service Personnel.
Unpacking Your Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Precautions
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Important Safety Instructions
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Your New Speakers
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Power Requirements
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How to Avoid Speaker Damage
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Speaker Placement
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Wall Mounting
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Speaker Connection
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The Subwoofer
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Subwoofer Placement
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Subwoofer Connection
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Setting Subwoofer Controls
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FAQ and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 12
Serial Number & Service . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dimensional Drawings. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Warranty and Registration
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The lightning flash with arrowpoint within an equilateral triangle
warns of the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle warns users of
the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Warning: To Reduce The Risk Of Electric Shock, Do Not
Remove Cover (Or Back). No User-Serviceable Parts Inside.
Refer Servicing To Qualified Service Personnel.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING!
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1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp, soft cloth for cleaning.
6. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water—for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a
swimming pool; and the like.
7. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket
or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product
should follow manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and
to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and
these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked
by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product
should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
9. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply
to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
10. Grounding and Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This
plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail
to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
11. Power-cord Protection – Power supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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12. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the antenna or cable systems. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
13. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
14. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on this product.
15. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
16. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions:
• When power supply cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need
for service.
17. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
18. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
19. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
20. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
21. Unpacking – Remove your new MartinLogan speakers from its packaging. Retain the
packaging in a safe, dry place for future use.
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YOUR NEW SPEAKERS
MLT-1 5.1 speakers are magnetically shielded for use near a CRT television or video screen.
Keyhole slots on the rear allow them to be mounted on a wall (hardware not included ).
Your speakers can also be placed on a bookshelf or desk.
POWER REQUIREMENTS
The ‘Watts’ (W) rating indicated on the rear panel is the maximum AC power your subwoofer
will draw when producing its maximum power output. However, the actual wattage draw
will vary with the bass content of the program material.
HOW TO AVOID SPEAKER DAMAGE
Use an appropriate amplifier.
At high volumes, a very powerful amplifier can
overdrive your speakers and damage them. On the other hand, if your amplifier isn’t
powerful enough, it can produce clipping distortion that can easily damage high-frequency
drivers.
(See your Dealer.)
Don’t be fooled by your amplifier’s volume control.
It adjusts listening level—it does
not indicate power output. If your speakers begin to sound harsh or grating, or if you hear
the bass breaking up, turn the volume down immediately or you will damage your speakers!
This type of damage constitutes abuse and is not covered by warranty!
Tone controls and equalizers
can demand even more power from an amplifier, lowering
the point at which it produces clipping distortion. Use them sparingly, if at all, and do not use
them when listening at loud levels.
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