Owner‘s Manual
ACTIVE MONITOR
MA 205
2x5“
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Important Safety Instructions
For your own safety you must read this section in full
rst!
Intended use
This active speaker is intended exclusively for the transmission of audio
signals according to this manual and the specications given here. By
using it in any other way you face the risk of electric shock. No warranty
claims will be granted for damage resulting from improper use!
Risk of electrical shock!
• Connect the device only to a properly wired and earthed electrical
wall socket providing one of the mains voltages listed in the chapter
“Technical specications” of this manual.
• NEVER operate the speaker box if the power plug or power the cord is
damaged.
• NEVER manipulate the power cord or the plug. If a power cord is
provided with an earth lead, this is mandatory to ensure safe operation!
• NEVER submerse the speaker box in water. Liquid getting into the box
will risk a short circuit and will be hazardous.
• NEVER expose the speaker box to direct precipitation or moisture
and never use it in a damp or wet environment. This speaker box was
developed for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors.
• Do not subject the speaker box to high temperatures, direct sunlight,
severe vibrations, shocks or tremors, or excessive dust.
• Ensure that the power cord does not become wet during operation.
• You must NEVER open the housing of the speaker box or try to repair it.
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Warranty will become void if
you open the housing and you face the risk of electric shock.
• Do not place objects containing uids, e.g. ower vases or beer bottles,
on or near the device.
• Notice regarding power disconnection:
To switch the device off and to disconnect it from the power source the
power plug must be removed from the power socket. For this reason the
device should be placed in a position where a constant unobstructed
access to the power socket is assured, thus in an emergency situation
you are able to immediately pull out the power plug. To eliminate the
risk of re you must completely disconnect the power plug from the
power socket after the device has been used.
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• Always grasp the power cord by the plug. Do not pull on the cord itself
and never touch the power cord with wet hands as this could result
in a short circuit or an electrical shock. Do not place the device, other
speaker cabinets or anything else on the power cord and make sure
that it does not become clamped. Place the power cord in a position
where it can not be trod on. A damaged power cord can cause a re
or an electrical shock. Check the power cord from time to time. Should
it become damaged contact our customer service centre to have it
replaced.
Riskofre!
• NEVER leave the device unattended while it is switched on.
• Do not place any open sources of re, like candles, on the device.
• Never operate the speaker box in the vicinity of heat sources such as
cookers, heating elements, lighting equipment, smoke machines, or
other heat producing installations.
• When a thunderstorm with the risk of lightening threatens please
disconnect the device from the mains power.
Risk of personal injury!
• Keep the power cord and device away from children. Children
frequently underestimate the dangers of electrical equipment.
• Ensure a safe location for the device. Installation of this speaker
cabinet must be carried out by suitably qualied personnel following the
approved safety standards.
• Do not stack the speaker cabinet in a manner that could cause injury
should a cabinet become dislodged.
• Do not operate the device if it has sustained a fall or is damaged.
Arrange for the device to be checked and/or repaired by qualied
technicians.
• Important! Keep sufcient distance from the speaker box when
operated with high volume level. Listening to music with high
sound pressure level may cause permanent damage to your
hearing!
• Before connecting or operating this speaker box, please study and
follow the instruction manuals of all devices connected to the box,
paying particular attention to the operating precautions and wiring
procedure.
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The operating elements
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1. POWER INDICATOR
This LED lights up blue when the MA205 active speaker is powered up.
2. POWER SWITCH
This switch is used to turn the MA205 ON or OFF.
CAUTION: Make sure your supply voltage is same as indicated in the
technical specications of this manual, before you connect the device
to the mains power supply.
3. FUSE
The fuse is a security device to protect the MA205 from serious
damage due to faulty mains power or other malfunctions. If it blows
disconnect the monitor from the mains and replace the fuse with
a fresh one of same specs. If it blows again, contact our customer
service.
4. POWER CORD
Connect the device only to a properly wired and earthed electrical wall
socket providing the mains voltage listed in the chapter “Technical
specications” of this manual.
5. VOLUME
This control adjusts the signal present on the INPUT socket (7). It does
not control the RCA input.
6. LINK
Use this balanced output to link the input signal to another MA205 or
another active speaker. Link signal is subject to volume control.
7. LINE MIC INPUT
Connect your balanced or unbalanced input signals with mic or line
level to this XLR/1/4” jack combo socket.
8. SENSITIVITY
Use this switch to toggle the input sensitivity of the MA205. When
feeding line signals the switch must be in “+6dB” position. For mic
level signals put the switch into “–45dB” position.
9. –10dB INPUT
These RCA connectors are used to input the signal at –10dB of
sensitivity. This input is not subject to volume control.
10. CLIP indicator
When this overload LED indicator ashes in red colour the limiter
circuit has become active. If it lights in red constantly the signal is way
too high. Then please adjust the volume control or decrease the signal
level at the source.
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Quick Start
Make all initial connections with all equipment powered off, and all volume
controls turned down. Connect one side of the signal cable to the output of
your audio source (e.g. the line out of your mixer). Connect the other side
to this unit’s LINE INPUT socket u. Always start with the SENSITIVITY
switch at +6dB position.
NOTES:
• The sockets LINE INPUT and LINK can be connected in balanced or
unbalanced mode (positive = 2 / negative = 3 / Ground = 1).
• The RCA input works in direct mode and by-passes the volume control.
Installation
To install the MA205 into your sound system, place it directly on a plane
surface or mount it on a wall. For wall mounting please use the optional
accessory supplied by the manufacturer.
Installation steps:
1. Mount the base on the wall, or mount the iron lever on a triangle frame
directly.
2. Adjust the angle of the bracket according to the acoustic demands of
the environment.
3. Use the bolt to fasten the YS-50 at the proper position.
4. Use two bolts to mount the MA205, which provides three sides (2 x
vertical and 1 x horizontal) to select. That‘s it.
CAUTION: While mounting the MA205 on the wall, please ensure the wall
is strong enough to support it. Consult an installation specialist or your
local dealer for further instructions.
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Installtion examples:
Technical specifications
Output power ................................ : 80W AES (rated power)
Frequency Response ................... : 75Hz - 16kHz @ +/- 10dB
Max SPL (1W, 1m) ....................... : 114dB/120dB
Speaker complement..................... : Two 5” extended range speakers
Connectors ................................... : MIC/LINE balanced input at -45/+6dB
....................................................... : (combo connector)
....................................................... : AUX input at -10dB with RCA connector
....................................................... : XLR LINK output at -45/+6dB
Mains voltage ............................... : AC220-240V~ @ 50Hz
Cabinet material ........................... : High resistant plastic, anthracite
Fixing point ................................... : vertical and horizontal
Dimensions (WxDxH) ................... : 195 x 195 x 315mm
Weight .......................................... : 5.8 kg
As we continuously strive to improve our products, all specications and
appearance are subject to change without prior notice.
Cleaning and Care
Do not attempt to clean the plastic enclosure with solvents or
petrochemical based cleaners. Wipe it only with a slightly damp cloth.
Disposal
Do not dispose of the device at the end of his operating life
in your normal domestic waste. This device is subject to the
European Guidelines 2002/96/EC.
• Have the product disposed of by a professional disposal company of by
your communal disposal facility.
• Observe the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt contact
your disposal facility.
• Dispose of packaging materials in an environmentally
responsible manner.
© 2010
Musikhaus Thomann
Treppendorf 30 • 96138 Burgebrach • Germany
www.thomann.de
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