Matrix Audio MP-1 Balanced Preamplifier User Manual

Matrix Audio MP-1 Balanced Preamplifier

Specifications

• Product: Preamplifier
• Analog Inputs: Three pairs of RCA and XLR inputs
• Analog Outputs: One pair of RCA outputs and two pairs of XLR outputs
• USB Type-C: For firmware update
• Power Switch: For complete power off
• Fuse Holder: 5*20mm time delay fuse
• Power Input: Ensure reliable earth wire connection

Product Usage Instructions

Power On/Standby
After connecting to power supply, press the power button to turn on the unit. Hold for 1 second to enter standby mode.

Volume Control
Use the touch buttons to adjust volume. Single touches change volume step by step, while holding the button changes volume rapidly.

Settings Menu
Access the settings menu by touching the corresponding button. Adjust balance, input levels, output modes, startup volume, and more.

Remote Control
Enable or disable IR remote control functionality. Set address codes to avoid misoperation when multiple devices are used simultaneously.

FAQ

• Q: How do I update the firmware?
  A: Connect a USB Type-C cable for firmware updates.

• Q: What is the maximum adjustment for input levels?
  A: The maximum adjustment for input levels is 6dB per channel.

MP – 1 User
Manual pre amplifier

Packing list

Front

1. Power on/Standby
   After connecting to power supply, press this button to power on the unit. Hold it for 1 second to let the device enter standby.

2. LED indicator
   The LED indicator will go off when the device is standby. It flashes when the device is delayed starting, and will keep lit up after the device is started.

3. Touch button for Dimmer
   Enable or disable Dimmer mode.

4. Touch button for output selection
   Use this button to select among five output modes.

   • XLR‑A: Balanced output A
   • XLR‑B: Balanced output B
   • XLR: Balanced output A & B work simultaneously.
   • RCA: Single‑ended output
   • ALL: All the output ports work simultaneously.

5. Touch button for XLR input
   Use this button to select among three pairs of XLR inputs.

6. Touch button for RCA input
   Use this button to select among three pairs of RCA inputs.

7. Touch button for volume up and down
   Single touches change volume step by step, hold the button to change volume rapidly.

8. Touch button for mute and unmute
   Use this button to mute and unmute.

9. Touch button for settings menu
   Enter the settings menu by touching this button.

10. Display

Wear

1. Analog input
   There are three pairs of RCA and three pairs of XLR inputs.

2. Analog output
   There is one pair of RCA outputs and two pairs of XLR outputs.

3. USB Type‑C
   For firmware update.

4. Power switch
   If you need the device to be turned off completely, please turn off this switch. Otherwise, there is still about 1W power consumption in standby mode.

5. Fuse holder
   Please use a 5*20mm time‑delay fuse.

6. Power input
   Please use a power cable which includes an earth wire and ensure you have a reliable earth wire connection. Otherwise, the casing of the device may have a slightly charged touch.

7. Trigger input/output
   Connect to audio devices with trigger ports through a ø3.5 mm mono plug cables, to achieve a linkage control between the MP‑1 and other devices. The trigger output provides a 12V DC signal.

Settings

1. Balance adjust
   Set the balance of left and right channels. Every step changes 0.5dB, the maximum adjustment per channel is 3dB.

2. Input level adjust
   Set the level of every input channel, to achieve the level of different input channels to keep consistent. Every step changes 0.5dB, the maximum adjustment is 6dB.

3. Output mode
   Enable or disable some output modes. Output modes which are disabled will not be displayed in the output options, at least 1 output method must be selected.

4. Volume control method
   When the option “Independent volume” is selected, different volume values will be saved for every output channel.

5. Startup volume
   Set the default volume when the device is turned on. The device can remember the volume before it was shut down or set to any volume between 1‑60.

6. Remote control
   Enable or disable IR remote control functionality. If there are multiple Matrix Audio devices that work at the same time, you can set the address code of the IR remote control to avoid misoperation.

7. Programmable button
   Set the functionality of programmable button on the IR remote control. They can be defined as a specific input channel or a volume level.

8. Backlight brightness
   Set the brightness of the display and the touch buttons.

9. Auto dimmer
   Enable or disable the device automatically enters dimmer mode when there is no operation. When this option is set to “Off”, the device will still enter dimmer mode by pressing the Dimmer button on the IR remote or the touch button on the device.

10. Language
    Select your preferred language for the user interface. Chinese and English are available.

11. Load default
    Reset all the settings to default

12. Product info
    View the basic information of the device.

Audio Specifications

Trigger

• Trigger In꞉ DC 6‑12V <10mA
• Trigger Out꞉ DC 12V/50mA MAX

Power Specs
Power Voltage꞉ AC 100V‑120V 50/60Hz or AC 220V‑240V 50/60Hz factory‑fixed

• Standby Power Consumption꞉ <1W
• Maximum Power Consumption꞉ <70W

Weight & size

• Weight꞉ 15.7kg (34.6 pounds)
• Size꞉ Width꞉ 430 mm (16.93 inches)
• Depth꞉ 349 mm (13.74 inches)
• Height ꞉ 106 mm (4.17 inches)

Attention

• This product is for indoor use only.
• For full ventilation, it is recommended to reserve a space of larger than 5 cm around the device.
• Do not cover the air vents with stuffs such as papers, tablecloths, and curtains to obstruct ventilation.
• Do not place stuff with flame, such as lighted candles, on the device.
• If the device is used in tropical areas, please be careful to prevent insects from entering the unit through the air vents.
• The device must not be subject to water droplets or splashes. Please do not place stuffs filled with liquids such as vases and cups on or near the device.

Matrix Electronic Technology Co., LTD
matrix-digi.com
+86-20-8621122
Room 206 Block 8, # 58 Mingguang Road Xian, Shaanxi

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