MXT2000
Remote Controlled
AM/FM RDS Tuner
Owner’s Manual
CONTENTS
• Introduction |
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• Installation and safety notes |
2 |
• Accessories |
2 |
• Setting up your system |
3 |
• Rear panel connections |
3 |
• Operating your system |
4 |
• Front panel controls |
4 |
• Remote control |
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handset operation |
6 |
• System Operation with |
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Smart MY-LINK |
6 |
• Antenna |
6 |
• Trouble-shooting guide |
7 |
• Specifications |
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INTRODUCTION
The MXT2000 is a full-function remotecontrolled AM/FM Tuner. It has fixed-level low-impedance audio outputs to drive a Myryad integrated amplifier or pre-amplifier - or other high quality amplifier. A coaxial antenna socket is provided for a 75Ω FM radio (band 2) antenna, and spring terminal block for an AM loop antenna (supplied). In addition the MXT2000 has a Smart My-Link® control input/output for communication with other Myryad products.
The MXT2000 offers a range of expansion possibilities:
•The Smart My-Link® input can be connected to a Myryad integrated amplifier or pre-amplifier so that the MXT2000 will automatically be switched on or off when the amplifier is switched on or off.
•The Smart My-Link® input/output can be coupled to other Myryad products that can then be remote-controlled via the MXT2000's infra-red receiver - or vice-versa.
•When linked via the Smart My-Link® to a compatible Myryad integrated amplifier or preamplifier a number of extra features become available which make the system as a whole easier and quicker to operate – including using the MXT2000 as an alarm/wake-up timer for the system.
ACCESSORIES
Your MXT2000 is supplied complete with the following accessories:
•Separate mains power cord to suit country of sale.
•Wire antenna (300Ω) suitable for high signal strength areas.
•Balun (matching adaptor) to allow connection of the 300Ω antenna.
•Balun interface connector where necessary (not all countries).
•AM loop antenna
•Slim System Remote Control handset
•Slim System Remote Control handset Owner’s Manual
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY NOTES
This Tuner generates very little heat but still requires some 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 any obstruction to the ventilation slots in the rear panel. The Tuner 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 UNIT AGAIN. IF THE LIQUID IS ANYTHING BUT WATER AND/OR ALCOHOL, THE UNIT 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 Tuner yourself. Refer all servicing to a qualified technician.
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SETTING UP YOUR SYSTEM
REAR PANEL
CONNECTIONS
1 Power 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 Tuner. Plug the male (plug) end of the cord into a “live” wall socket or a suitable heavy duty extension cable.
UK version: The mains plug is supplied fitted with a 5A fuse. It should only be replaced with a fuse of the same rating (5A) which complies with BS1362.
2 Power switch
Press one side of this rocker switch (the side nearer the edge of the rear panel) to switch the Tuner ON and the other side (towards the antenna socket) to switch it OFF. When the POWER switch is in the OFF position all power is disconnected from the Tuner. In
this condition the Tuner 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 Tuner will power up in standby mode (see FRONT PANEL CONTROLS, STANDBY,).
It is recommended that the POWER switch is turned OFF if the Tuner is not going to be used for an extended period of time.
3 My-link input/output
When this Tuner is used in a system with other Myryad products (e.g. MX-Series, M-Series, Cameo or Z-Series), all may be joined together via the My-Link. The My-Link is a communications bus that allows all the linked components to operate together as a system and distributes the remote commands received by any one to each of the others. The simplest function provided by the My-Link bus is that all linked units will switch into or out of standby mode when the amplifier’s front panel or remote control standby key is pressed.
Use a short RCA-to-RCA (phono-to-phono) interconnect cable to connect from the MY-LINK IN socket on the MXT2000 to the MY-LINK OUT socket on the amplifier. A second cable may then be run from the MY-LINK OUT socket on MXT2000 to the MY-LINK IN socket on a Myryad CD player in “daisy-chain” fashion. Further compatible Myryad products can be linked in the same way, running from the MYLINK OUT socket on the CD player. Inexpensive interconnects may be used as the My-Link bus carries only control signals, not audio, so these cables have no effect on sound quality.
When other Myryad products equipped with Smart My-Link® (e.g. MX-Series, Cameo or Z- Series) are connected via the My-Link many more powerful system features are available (see page 6).
4 FM Antenna input
The MXT2000 is fitted with a 75Ω “coaxial” antenna socket, which must be used with a 75Ω antenna (aerial). The MXT2000 is supplied with a simple wire 300Ω antenna together with an impedance matching adaptor
(see Figure 1). This antenna is provided to ensure that the tuner can be set up and used straight “out of the box”. It is not adequate to provide full performance from the Tuner except in areas of particularly high signal strength (e.g. close to the FM transmitter). In most instances a good quality roof or loft mounted FM antenna should be used – see “Antenna” section on page 6.
The MXT2000 has different coaxial antenna sockets to suit different countries. “North American” models are fitted with “F” type coaxial connectors while models for most other countries are fitted with “DIN” style connectors. When using the 300Ω wire antenna the matching adaptor (or balun) must be used and “DIN” versions also need to be fitted with the female-to-female adaptor supplied. See Figure 1 for clarification.
When you unfold the wire antenna you will note that it is in the form of a “T”. The “crossbar” portion of the T should be
stretched out horizontally and tacked in place, either on a wall or the back of a cabinet, or on the ceiling. The “vertical” section of the T goes to the tuner’s antenna input via the balun (see Figure 1). Experiment with the position and
orientation of the antenna to obtain the best reception.
5 AM Antenna input
The MXT2000 is supplied with an AM loop antenna. It should be connected to the two spring-clip terminals, with the black wire connected to the “GND” terminal and the white wire to the “SIG” terminal. To connect each wire, press the appropriate spring clip tab downwards and insert the bare end of the wire into the small hole just above the tab.
The AM loop antenna should be positioned and rotated to obtain the best signal quality. Usually it is best with the antenna as high as possible.
6 Line outputs
These outputs are suited to the “TUNER” or other “Line” inputs (e.g. CD or AUX) of any integrated amplifier or pre-amplifier. Never connect to the amplifier’s PHONO inputs.
Coaxial antenna |
Female-to-female |
socket (DIN type) |
adaptor (DIN |
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versions only) |
Coaxial antenna |
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socket (F type) |
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300Ω adaptor (balun) (F type is similar)
Wire antenna
(Figure 1)
FM Antenna connectors and adaptors
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