M-400 MULTI-ZONE
DIGITAL AMPLIFIER
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this device near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Ensure that the ventilation is not impeded by covering the
ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, table
cloths, curtains, etc.
9. Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other devices (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
10. Use the device only in moderate climates (not in tropical
climates).
11. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
12. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point
where they exit from the device.
13. Only use the attachments / accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
14. If you install the device in a built-in installation, such as a
bookcase or rack, ensure that there is adequate ventilation.
Leave 20cm (8”) of free space at the top and sides and 10cm
(4”) at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or board above the
device should be set 10cm (4”) away from the rear panel or
wall, creating a flue-like gap for warm air to escape. Good
airflow is necessary to help ensure proper operation. Not only
should you provide enough free space around the device,
but also ensure that air can flow freely and escape from the
device’s surroundings. Failure to do so may cause thermal
shutdown of the device, and reduced life expectancy.
15. Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
16. Never expose the device to moisture.
17. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the device has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the device. The device has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
18. Damage requiring service. Unplug the device from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the device.
c. If the device has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the device 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
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the device to its normal operation.
e. If the device has been dropped or damaged in
any way.
f. When the device exhibits a distinct change in performance
this indicates a need for a service.
19. Object and Liquid Entry.
Never push objects of any kind into the device through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. The
device should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on
the device. Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top
of this device.
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PRECAUTIONS
1. AC Fuse
The AC fuse inside the device is not user-serviceable. If you
cannot turn on the device, contact the dealer from whom you
purchased this device.
2. Care
Occasionally you should dust the device all over with a soft
cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with
a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the device
immediately afterwards with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive
cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because
they may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.
3. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE DEVICE FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ
THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure
that the voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements
printed on the device’s rear panel. (e.g. AC 90V – 240V
50/60HZ) The power cord is used to disconnect this device
from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug is readily
operable (easily accessible) at all times. If you do not intend to
use the device for an extended period, remove the power cord
from the AC outlet.
4. Ground
The device is defined as Class1 in EN60065 (low voltage
directive) and MUST BE GROUNDED. Connect only to an outlet
with protective ground, and only use the powercord supplied.
Finland:“Laite on Liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilly
varustettun pistorasiaan”
Norway: “Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt”
Sweden: “Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag”
5. Never Touch This Device With Wet Hands
Never handle this device or its power cord while your hands
are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets inside this
device, have it checked by your Autonomic dealer.
6. Handling Notes
a. If you need to transport this device, use the original
packaging to pack it how it was when you bought it.
b. Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this device for a
long time as they may leave marks on the case.
c. This device’s top and rear panels may get warm after
prolonged use. This is normal.
d. If you do not use this device for a long time, it may not
work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure to
use it occasionally.
7. Speaker Shorts
Under no circumstances should the speaker output terminals of
the device be short circuited, grounded or connected to
another output.
8. Direct Sun light
Avoid installing the device in positions where the front panel is
exposed to direct sunlight – may cause control to
become sluggish.
9. Controller Connection
Never connect more than four keypads. The supply is internally
fused (self resetting) and may open circuit. Never connect the
unit’s 12VDC terminal (‘Bus Run’ port) to an external power
supply
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this
declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and EMC
Directive 2004/108/EC, the EC regulation 1275/2008 and its frame
work Directive 2009/125/EC for Energy-related Products (ErP).
A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING:
This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused.
Please dispose of any materials in accordance with the local
recycling regulations.
When discarding the device, comply with local
rules or regulations. Batteries should never be
thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in
accordance with the local regulations concerning
battery disposal.
This product and the supplied accessories
constitute the applicable product according to
the WEEE directive.
FOR U.S. MODELS
FCC information for User.
CAUTION:
The user changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
» Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
» Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
» Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
» Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Make sure you have the following accessories:
» IEC60320-1 Coupler (C-14 Male Plug)
» Rack Mount Ears
A digital copy of this manual can be found at http://www.autonomic-controls.com/support_documentation.php
Important Safety Instructions ...............................
Precautions .........................................................
Declaration of Conformity ....................................
Supplied Accessories ............................................
Features ..............................................................
Front Panel Guide ................................................
Rear Panel Guide .................................................
Typical System Conguration ................................
Multiple Amplier Stacks ......................................
Controller Wiring .................................................
Web Application - Zone Selection Page .................
Zone Source Selection ..........................................
Zone Settings ......................................................
Amplier Settings ................................................
Amplier Source Settings ......................................
Amplier Zone Settings ........................................
RS232 Protocol ....................................................
Specications .......................................................
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FEATURES
Thank you for purchasing an M-400 Mirage Multi-Zone Amplier.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the device.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment
from your new Multi-Zone Amplier. Please retain this manual for future reference.
Multi-Zone, Multi-Source Switching
The M-400 amplier has four separate ampliers providing 4 zones of
independent yet integrated control.
There are 6 input sources comprising the following:
» Sources 1 – 4 are either Analog Stereo, or Coax Digital
Audio (PCM).
» Sources 5 & 6 are either Coax (PCM) or Optical Digital Audio
(TOSLINK)
Amplier Power, Protection, and Clipping Indicators
50 Watts RMS per channel into 8 ohm loads. Capable of driving into 4
ohm loads. The ampliers are protected against output shorts, and have
algorithms that prevent hard clipping when the zone ampliers are
overdriven.
Thermal Control
There are two progressive levels of thermal control:
» The amplifier volume is reduced 20dB.
» The amplifiers are shutdown until the temperature reduces
below the first level.
Care should be taken to ensure adequate ventilation – see “Important
safety instructions” on page 2
Ethernet, RS232, USB and IR Control
The M-400 amplier may be controlled and monitored via the rear
Panel USB, RS232 serial interface or Ethernet. In multi-amplier
installations where the ampliers are interconnected using an
expansion bus cable, only one Ethernet or RS232 connection is required
to control the stack of ampliers. An M-400 amplier may receive
IR directly from the front panel receiver. There are zone specic IR
commands and also a set of global IR commands.
The commands are:
» ON
» OFF
» Standby (toggling)
» Mute
» Volume Up
» Volume Down
» Source Selects
» Discrete Audio Source Selects
» On with Source Specific commands
Expansion Bus
Data & IR are interconnected via the expansion bus.
One amplier is connected to another using a standard RJ45 patch
cable. Connections are made between ampliers using either of the
two RJ45 expansion bus sockets.
Real Time Clock
The M-400 amplier is equipped with a real time clock. The clock
automatically compensates for daylight saving time if congured to do
so. The clock continues to operate typically > 48 hours without power
(more than enough to keep the time current during lengthy power
outages).
IR Emitter Ports
There are 8 Buffered IR emitter Ports.
Ports 1 – 6 have IR routing, and are intended to control specic input
source components. Two IR ports “SUM IR1-IR6” are the sum of all IR
sources and control the “All” zone source components.
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Discrete Audio Selection
Audio selection may be independent. There are RS232 and IR Discrete
control commands available.
Zone Linking
Power Failure Restoration
A zone may be programmed to link multiple zones. Zone linking ties
the source selection together. It may also tie the volume and standby.
This is useful for closely coupled audio areas where it is advantageous
to have different volume control but the same source, or the same
volume with separate standby control. Zone linking is setup via the
web cong.
96 Zones
There are 96 zones of possible control. On an M-400 amplier each
zone must be different, however in a multiple amplier stack, same
zone ampliers are possible (they simply mimic every parameter).
After an AC power outage the M-400 amplier restores its settings to
the pre-interrupted state. All internal settings are stored in non-volatile
memory, except the clock that runs for at least 48 hours on stored
power.
Firmware Upgradable
The M-400 amplier may be updated with the latest operational
rmware. See www.Autonomic-Controls.com for support.
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FRONT PANEL GUIDE
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1. Front Panel
Solid Aluminium front Panel.
2. Infra-Red Receiver
Receiver for front panel IR control (Used only for amplifier control, not IR pass through). No IR Remote supplied, however an IRC profile is
located at www.Autonomic-Controls.com/Support/
3. Power Indicator
The power indicator glows blue whenever AC power is applied.
4. Chassis Feet
Set high enough to provide unrestricted air-flow through the chassis for convection cooling.
5. Rack Mount Ears (Optional)
Rack mount ears not depicted.
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