Anthem MRX Manual 710 510 310 en
Anthem MRX Manual 710 510 310 en
Anthem MRX Manual 710 510 310 en
Audio/Video Receiver
OPERATING MANUAL
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personal injury.
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personal injury.
Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily.
This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source when it is turned off. This state is called
the standby mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.
NOTE: This product is not an auto voltage Receiver. Connect only to the prescribed AC outlet,
i.e., 120V 60Hz or 220-240V 50Hz.
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the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating
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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 try 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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DO NOT LOCATE IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES:
To ensure long-lasting use, do not locate the unit:
• Exposed to direct sunlight. Left 0.2 m (8 in) Above 0.2 m Right 0.2 m
• Near sources of heat such as heaters. or more (8 in) or more (8 in) or more
ZONE 2 MAIN
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electronic equipment. The symbol on the product, user’s manual and packaging, point
this out. The materials can be reused in accordance with their markings. Through re-use,
recycling of raw materials or other forms of recycling of old products, you are making
an important contribution to the protection of our environment. Your local administrative
office can advise you of the responsible waste disposal point.
INFORMATION ABOUT COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE BATTERIES
(DIRECTIVE 2006/66/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF
EUROPEAN UNION) (for European customers only)
Batteries bearing any of these symbols indicate that they should be treated as “separate
collection” and not as municipal waste. It is encouraged that necessary measures are
implemented to maximize the separate collection of waste batteries and to minimize
the disposal of batteries as mixed municipal waste. End-users are exhorted not to
dispose waste batteries as unsorted municipal waste. In order to achieve a high level
of recycling waste batteries, discard waste batteries separately and properly through
an accessible collection point in your vicinity. For more information about collection and
recycling of waste batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal
service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
By ensuring compliance and conformance to proper disposal of waste batteries,
potential hazardous effects on human health is prevented and the negative impact of
batteries and waste batteries on the environment is minimized, thus contributing to the
protection, preservation and quality improvement of the environment.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
The MRX 710, MRX 510, and MRX 310 receivers are cutting-edge home theater audio
components with HDMI switching, video scaling and upconversion, state of the art room
equalization, second zone capabilities, and FM/AM tuner.
Anthem products are engineered to recreate the passion of live performance and thrill of
the best movie theaters by using the highest level of circuit design, proprietary software,
superior build quality, innovative features, and intuitive ergonomics with tremendous
flexibility.
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1.3 FRONT PANEL
MRX 710 shown, others are similar. For a larger diagram see inside back cover.
1 2 3
MRX 710
ZONE 2 MAIN
12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4
1 – Navigation buttons
2 – Display
3 – Volume, level functions, and character selection
4 – Power / standby
5 – Input selection
6 – Zone 2 selection
7 – Level selection
8 – Remote control sensor location
9 – Mode selection
10 – Display brightness
11 – Setup menu selection
12 – HDMI jack (MRX 710/510), headphone jack (behind cover)
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1.4 REAR PANEL MRX 710
MRX 710 US model shown. EU model, CN model, and MRX 510 are similar.
1 2 3 4 5
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17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6
1 – FM/AM antenna connections
2 – HDMI inputs (HDMI1 accepts up to 4K resolution)
3 – HDMI outputs with Audio Return Channel
4 – AC input
5 – Local area network connection for IP control and Anthem Room Correction
6 – USB jack for software updates
7 – Component video inputs
8 – Composite video input
9 – Coaxial and optical digital audio inputs
10 – Speaker connections
11 – Coaxial and optical digital audio outputs
12 – Zone 2 audio outputs
13 – Record audio outputs
14 – RS-232 interface (bidirectional) for serial control
15 – Analog audio L/R inputs
16 – Main pre-out connections
17 – Trigger output
18 – IR input and output
19 – Chassis ground screw
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1.5 REAR PANEL MRX 310
US model shown. EU and CN models are similar.
1 2 3 4 5
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17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6
1 – FM/AM antenna connections
2 – HDMI inputs (HDMI1 accepts up to 4K resolution)
3 – HDMI outputs with Audio Return Channel
4 – AC input
5 – Local area network connection for IP control and Anthem Room Correction
6 – USB jack for software updates
7 – Component video inputs
8 – Composite video input
9 – Coaxial and optical digital audio inputs
10 – Speaker connections
11 – Coaxial and optical digital audio outputs
12 – Zone 2 audio outputs
13 – Record audio outputs
14 – RS-232 interface (bidirectional) for serial control
15 – Analog audio L/R inputs
16 – Main pre-out connections
17 – Trigger output
18 – IR input and output
19 – Chassis ground screw
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1.6 REMOTE CONTROL
1 – Main zone power on and standby
2 – Bass, Treble, Balance, Channel Level, 1
Front panel dimmer
3 – Numeric keypad for tuner presets 2
4 – Input list
BASS DIM BAL
5 – Tuner preset
6 – Setup menu 3 TREB LEVEL
7 – Info and status
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8 – Navigation controls 1 2 3
9 – Clear for deleting input configurations
and tuner presets, and clearing new entry
4 5 6
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10 – Dolby Volume and Dolby Digital Dynamics 7 8 9
11 – Listening mode
PRESET 0 INPUT
12 – Volume
13 – Last menu entry SETUP i
14 – Mute 6
15 – Next/previous tuner preset, setup menu
page up/down 7
SELECT
16 – Lip-sync
17 – Backlight
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18 – Zone 2 controls
CL
EA ST
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DYN
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E
MOD
The left/right buttons also select previous/next input. 13
The up/down buttons also control tuner station.
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VOL LIP-SYNC PG/PR
11 14
12 15
ZONE 2 16
VOL PR
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VOL INPUT PR
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RC-MRX 2
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1.7 SPEAKER POSITIONING
The illustrations below show typical 5.1 and 7.1-channel speaker placement.
Bass response highly depends on room acoustics and experimentation with subwoofer
placement is recommended. Anthem Room Correction can help with placement.
5.1
Channel
7.1
Channel
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CONNECTIONS
HDMI
With this type of connection, video and audio are carried together digitally.
Maximum video resolution is 4K (also known as UHD and 2160p) at 30 frames per
second for HDMI outputs and HDMI input 1, and 1080p at 60 frames per second for
the rest of the HDMI inputs. Connect HDMI output from MRX to a display with HDMI
input – one with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is required to
display copy-protected material. If you are using a 4K source component, connect it
to HDMI input 1. All HDMI connections support 3D.
Be careful when connecting HDMI cables. The connector should easily slide in the
jack – do not insert it on an angle and do not force it. Each connector contains 19
delicate pins and damaged pins can damage jacks. Such damage is not covered
by warranty. If your HDMI cables have been connected enough times that they are
about to wear out, new cables are recommended.
Use only High Speed cables and connecting devices. Connecting devices that
may have worked in an older setup do not necessarily work with Deep Color or
4K. If there is trouble producing an image and the source allows Deep Color to be
disabled, start troubleshooting by turning it off. 12-bit Deep Color that works at
1080p24 may not work at 1080p50 or 1080p60 if cable bandwidth is not adequate
for the higher frame rate.
If you are using adapters or port savers, start troubleshooting by eliminating them.
Use of these devices is generally not recommended.
COMPONENT VIDEO
Component video uses three coaxial cables and normally
has a maximum resolution of 1080i, or 480p when the
source is copy-protected with Macrovision.
COMPOSITE VIDEO
This traditional standard-definition format combines the black/white and
color information for transmission on a single coaxial cable.
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2.2 AUDIO CONNECTIONS
Audio on the HDMI outputs is 2-channel PCM as this is meant for the TV’s use.
DIALOG NORMALIZATION
Dolby Digital program material contains non-audio data which the receiver uses to adjust
playback level, when necessary, so volume variations between movies and programs are
eliminated. Without Dialog Normalization, movies not encoded at standardized levels for
the dialog could lose dynamic range – higher levels can result in distorted peaks, lower
levels can result in quiet sounds disappearing into the noise floor.
If the display reads “Dial Norm Offset -4.0 dB” at the start of a movie, it is indicating that
the encoded level is higher than standard by 4.0 dB – the playback level of all channels is
then automatically reduced by 4 dB.
PREAMP OUTPUTS
The pre-outs are variable according to the volume control and can be used with external If HDMI audio from a Dolby
amplification. Digital, DTS, or 2-channel PCM
source is problematic or takes
too long to switch, use of coax/
ZONE 2 AND REC
optical audio connection is
Zone 2 may use analog input, or the optical/coaxial inputs as long as the source is recommended (HDMI video can
2-channel PCM. still be used). Older cable and
satellite receivers often benefit
from this.
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SPEAKERS
Connect using speaker wire. US models also allow banana plugs.
MRX 710 and MRX 510: If you are only using 5.1 speakers in the main zone, the two
remaining amp channels may be configured for use in Zone 2, or to bi-amp front L/R
in the main zone.
If using speaker cables with banana connectors, first turn the binding post until it is
closed. This way, the plug can be fully inserted.
+ –
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2.3 ANTENNAS
For the FM antenna, use the FM ANTENNA connector. Later, when unit is
operating move the antenna to find best reception.
2.7 POWER
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EXAMPLE 1
HDMI IN
HDMI IN
WAN LAN
1 2 3 4
WAN LAN
1 2 3 4
HDMI OUT
HDMI OUT
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SETUP
For optimum performance and enjoyment, your receiver should be properly set up.
This may appear like a lot of work but most settings do not need to be changed
from defaults. The important ones relate to your display and input connections,
and distance from listening area to each speaker. Anthem Room Correction will set
crossovers and channel levels. The rest is preference and the listening mode presets,
for example, should be set after you have played various sources and determined
which surround modes you like most.
INPUT
SETUP
SELECT
CL
EA ST
R LA
PG/PR
The menu below appears on your display once pressing Setup. If it does not appear,
make compatible selections in the HDMI Output Configuration menu while using the
front panel display which shows similar information, one item at a time. On-screen,
up to nine menu items are displayed at once although for clarity this manual shows
all items in each menu together.
Main Menu
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3.1 HDMI OUTPUT CONFIGURATION
Highlighting HDMI Output Configuration in the main menu then pressing Select displays
this menu:
VIDEO OUTPUT
The default is Auto, in which both HDMI outputs are active and the highest resolution that
both displays support is used. If the setting is changed to HDMI1 or HDMI2, video output
resolution will be according to the display connected to the respective port.
VIDEO SCALING
The default is Processed in which video inputs are deinterlaced and scaled according to
the highest resolution supported by the display. With the Passthrough setting, inputs are
switched to the output without processing.
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3.2 SPEAKER SETUP
If your source components also have bass management and time alignment, be sure
to disable them by setting all channels “large” and to the same distance from listener
since the receiver will be performing these tasks. Audio quality will be degraded if these
processes are performed twice.
Speaker Setup
Config 1
Config 2
Back Amp Main Back
TWO CONFIGURATIONS
One speaker configuration is normally suitable but two sets of bass management, listening
position, level calibration, and ARC equalization values can be entered and stored. This can
be useful if your installation varies according to sound-altering characteristics such as screen
up vs down, door open vs closed, or with subwoofer vs without.
Select Zone 2 if using up to 5.1 speakers in the main zone and 2 speakers in Zone 2.
Keep in mind that best practice is to use amplification with enough power for the application
and that the purpose of biamping is to get the most out of existing equipment should a
situation arise where the amplifier may be at its output limit. If one channel is doing so, the
other speaker section, still operating within its limit, is immune from distortion generated by
the overworked section. By contrast, in a conventional setup with one amplifier channel
amplifying the entire range, the distortion that may result, for example, from excessive bass,
can affect the entire frequency range through the midrange driver and tweeter instead of
being confined to the woofer.
Common misconceptions are that the purpose of this configuration is to increase maximum
output, and that the speaker’s passive crossover is subject to excess levels of unneeded
frequencies, thus wasting the amplifier’s power. In reality, power delivery outside of the
section’s frequency range is negligible due to its rising impedance (no wasted power), and
the total power delivery across both speaker sections is no different than in the conventional
setup (no power increase).
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Speaker Setup
PROFILE NAME
Using the navigation keys and volume knob each profile can be renamed, up to 8 characters
long. When finished, press Select but note that the profile name is best set in Anthem Room
Correction (Targets panel) because during file upload the name in the menu is overwritten by
the one in ARC.
Some people prefer to play music through a system that does not use a subwoofer though
it should be noted that the reason often cited is that the subwoofer does not blend well
with the main speakers. In contrast, Anthem Room Correction excels in integrating the
subwoofer with the main speakers, so in this case using a subwoofer is recommended for all
sources. The subwoofer normally plays bass that is louder, deeper, and less distorted than
that of a full-range speaker, and it uses its own amplifier.
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3.3 BASS MANAGEMENT
In this menu, information about your speakers is used so that bass does not
become distorted. If using Anthem Room Correction, these items will be set during
measurement, so you may skip this menu.
If your subwoofer has a crossover, it should be bypassed – set its frequency control to
the highest frequency.
The bass manager is a crossover that divides audio in two frequency bands suitable
for subwoofer/satellite speaker systems. The result is a lower bass level for satellite
speakers, and no midrange/treble going to the subwoofer.
Bass Management
Config 1
Config 2
Bass Management
Front Crossover 80 Hz
Center Crossover 80 Hz
Surround Crossover 80 Hz
Back Crossover 80 Hz
Subwoofer LPF for LFE 120 Hz
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
The range is 40 to 160 Hz in 10 Hz steps, or Off which bypasses the crossover. Note that
a crossover does not cut frequencies off like a cliff, but rolls them off according to a slope.
If set to 80 Hz, for example, frequencies lower than 80 Hz are still played. Setting the
crossover to the lowest number on your speaker’s specification page is unlikely to provide
the best result.
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3.4 LISTENER POSITION
Through these settings, sound coming from all speakers is coordinated to reach the
listening area at the same time. This way, proper imaging is achieved. The channel with
the greatest distance setting will have no delay while channels with shorter distance
settings will be delayed accordingly.
Distances may be set before or after running ARC (ARC does not set distances).
Listener Position
Units feet
Config 1
Config 2
Listener Position
Enter the distance between your primary listening area and each speaker. Range is
0-30 ft in 1 ft increments or 0-9 m in 0.3 m increments.
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3.5 LEVEL CALIBRATION
Level Calibration uses internally generated test noises to match speaker output levels
at the listening position. These noises are also a way of checking system connections
between receiver, amplifier, and speaker. Audio calibrations from home theater setup
discs are not recommended – some use incorrect methods.
If using Anthem Room Correction, these items will be set during measurement.
A sound pressure level (SPL) meter with C-weighting is recommended if not using ARC,
especially to set the subwoofer level. Measure the sound pressure from the listening
position while pointing the meter up. Hold it away from your body to prevent reflections.
Level Calibration
Config 1
Config 2
Level Calibration
MULTIPLE SUBWOOFERS
Test Noise Off If using multiple subwoofers they
Dolby Offset / Calibration Level 0 dB must be balanced to one another
Front Left 0 dB before further audio setup,
Center 0 dB including when using ARC. Play
Front Right 0 dB the subwoofer test noise with
Surround Right 0 dB only one subwoofer connected at
Back Right 0 dB a time. Set its input level dial so
Back Left 0 dB the SPL meter reads 71 dB from
Surround Left 0 dB the listening area if using two
Subwoofer 0 dB subs, or 67 dB if using four subs.
Repeat this for the remaining
subs. When all are connected
TEST NOISE the result should be around 75
dB. ARC sets the final level. If not
To play the test noise, select “On”. Use the up/down buttons to move the noise to the other using ARC, change the level of
speakers. all subs equally for a combined
result of 75 dB SPL.
DOLBY OFFSET / CALIBRATION LEVEL
To fine-tune the level or phase of
This is the master volume for this menu’s test noises. Changing it changes the output of all
each sub relative to one another,
channels. The noise comes out of the left front channel.
listen to FM “shhhh” noise
through the subwoofers only (turn
CHANNEL LEVEL off main amplifiers), and adjust
If you’re calibrating by ear, use the remote control and sit in the listening area. Adjust each (or better yet have someone else
channel’s loudness until all levels sound the same. If using an SPL meter, adjust level so it adjust) the sub’s level and/or
reads 75 dB for each channel. If Noise Level is set while Front-L is at 0 dB, no adjustment phase control until bass is loudest
of Front-L is needed since the output is the same. If using a powered subwoofer, make a in the listening area.
rough adjustment with its input level control before setting sub level in this menu or using
ARC. Speakers set to “Off: in the Bass Management menu are skipped.
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3.6 INPUT SETUP
Inputs and listening mode presets are configured in this section. From the factory, 5
inputs are set but you may change this to anything from 1 to 20 configurations.
Input Setup
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
FM
AM
Add Input
To add an input at the end of the list, highlight Add Input and press Select.
To insert an input, highlight one on the list and press Input. The new input will be
inserted after the highlighted one.
HDMI 1 Setup
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INPUT NAME
Using the navigation keys and volume knob each input can be renamed, up to 8 characters
long. When finished, press Select.
VIDEO INPUT
Select the connection to be used – HDMI1-7, Front HDMI (MRX 710/510), Component 1-2,
Composite, None.
AUDIO INPUT
Select the connection to be used – HDMI, HDMI Audio Return 1-2, Coaxial 1-2, Optical 1-3,
Analog 1-5, AM Radio, FM Radio, None.
ZONE 2 INPUT
Select the connection to be used – Coaxial 1-2, Optical 1-3, Analog 1-5, AM Radio, FM
Radio, None. Note that with coaxial and optical input, the source must be 2-channel PCM.
SPEAKER PROFILE
Select the profile to use with this input.
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LISTENING MODE PRESETS
A listening mode is processing that enhances source material by increasing the number of
output channels. Each mode performs this its own way, providing its own type of sound.
To find your preference, spend some time listening to various modes using various sources.
To disable presets and make selections entirely on the fly, select “Last Used”. To disable
listening modes altogether, select “None”.
Modes fall in two main categories – those that apply to 2-channel sources and those that
apply to 5.1-channel sources.
AnthemLogic-Music enhances the stereo listening experience without detracting from the
stereo soundstage. This is also a minimalist design that uses no echo or reverberation
effects. To ensure that the purity of the stereo music soundstage is in no compromised
when you’re sitting in the “sweet spot” and listening to your favorite stereo recordings, the
center channel is not used.
Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie is the decoder created for 2-channel movies and TV programs
encoded in Dolby Surround.
Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music can be used with stereo music to make it more compelling. When
engaged during playback, these adjustments are accessible by pressing the Mode button:
- Center Width is adjustable from 0 to 7. Setting this to 0 places all center sound in the
center speaker while 7 places it equally in the left and right channels. The default is 3.
- Dimension has seven steps of balance adjustment between the surround and center
channels.
- Panorama when “On” extends the front stereo image to include the surround
channels. This is effective for recordings that have strong left or right channel
elements.
DTS Neo:6 Cinema is a matrix decoder that can be used with any matrix-encoded movie.
Separation is created by allowing sounds to be placed at different points in the sound field.
All Channels sends the left and right channels to the surround and rear channels with equal
loudness while the center channel and subwoofer receive a combination of both.
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FOR 5.1-CHANNEL SOURCES (MRX 710/510)
7.1 speakers are needed in the main zone.
Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie is suitable for extracting back channels from any 5.1-channel
source.
Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music is similar but with increased emphasis on the surround channels.
DTS Neo:6 is also suitable for extracting back channels from any 5.1-channel source.
LIP-SYNC DELAY
If audio is heard before its corresponding image is seen, you can set up to 150 milliseconds
of audio delay – set using synchronization test disc or trial and error. Movies are not always
the best test because sounds including dialog are usually re-recorded after the filming is
completed, and can be slightly out of sync at various points in the recording. Adjustment
can also be made while viewing material after pressing the Lip-Sync button.
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3.7 VOLUMES / REC OUTPUT
MUTE LEVEL
When Mute is pressed, sound can cut out completely or decrease in volume by the
amount that you set to keep some of it in the background. Select from Silent or -5 to
-30 dB in 5 dB steps.
MAXIMUM VOLUME
These settings allow you to limit the volume setting to avoid damaging equipment and/
or hearing.
POWER-ON VOLUME
The volume will be at these levels when the receiver is turned on.
RECORDING DEVICE
If using a recording device, select the input that the recorder’s output is connected to.
This prevents the recorder’s output from being fed back to its input, something that
results in a loud noise.
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3.8 NETWORK / REMOTE CONTROL
DEVICE NAME:
This is the name that the receiver broadcasts, and it can be changed using up to 16
characters.
NETWORK TYPE:
The default is wired LAN, which will allow the easiest way to run Anthem Room
Correction, described later, as long as the receiver is connected to an Ethernet router.
The alternative is to change the setting to Direct Connect (generally not recommended),
which allows connecting the CAT5 cable directly between the receiver and your
computer, but your computer will need to have its network settings changed to make
this work. Setting a static IP address is beyond the scope of this manual because
the method varies according to the computer’s operating system. Instructions may
be found on the Internet by entering “How to assign a static IP address” into a search
engine.
Once you have located a screen resembling the one below, enter these settings:
IP address: 192.168.1.2
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Default gateway: 192.168.1.1
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IP CONFIGURATION
Settings in this submenu should only be changed if your network administrator gives the
direction or if using Direct Connect to run ARC.
IP Configuration
Mode Auto
IP 192.168.1.3
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Gateway 192.168.1.1
MODE
Static IP settings take effect once this is changed to Manual. For ARC, enter the IP,
Subnet Mask, and Gateway values shown above (note that the receiver’s IP address is
not the same as the computer’s).
TRIGGER CONFIGURATION
When the receiver’s trigger output is connected to the trigger input of another
component, such as an amplifier or projector, the receiver can turn it on or off according
to the trigger’s setup.
Trigger Configuration
In the example shown, the trigger activates while Main or Zone 2 power is turned on.
Trigger outputs can also be set to activate according to any combination of inputs
instead of Power.
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TCP AND UDP PORT
Change these only if there is a conflict with another application that uses 14999.
TX STATUS
When enabled, all commands, status changes, and control information are reported
through the Ethernet and RS-232 connections.
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3.9 DISPLAY
Display
Brightness Medium
Wake Up Brightness Up 1
BRIGHTNESS:
Set preferred default brightness.
WAKE UP BRIGHTNESS:
When a button is pressed the display can go to a brighter level for 5 seconds – select
None, Up 1 brightness level, Medium, or High. When “None” is selected and the display
is off, the wake-up behaves as Up 1 to indicate that the unit is running.
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3.10 GENERAL CONFIGURATION
General Configuration
AUTO OFF
When there is no input signal the receiver will turn off after the selected time: 5, 10, or
30 minutes, 1, 2, or 6 hours, or Never.
ECO MODE
When enabled, options that increase power consumption during standby are disabled.
With default settings, just under 0.3 W is consumed in standby.
IP CONTROL
With this setting you can enable/disable response to networked Internet Protocol
commands.
STANDBY IP CONTROL
By default, the receiver goes into a low-consumption standby mode and does not
sense IP commands while in it. To make it respond to a power-on command, enable
this setting. Standby consumption increases to 2.0 W (1.8 W if network cable is not
connected).
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CEC
When Consumer Electronics Control is enabled it allows controlling one HDMI-
connected component using another’s remote control, as long as CEC is also enabled After changing CEC settings or
in the other components. Note that when component brands are mixed this control loading factory defaults it may be
system may not be reliable. necessary to briefly disconnect
and reconnect the HDMI cable
CEC Control must also be On for Audio Return Channel, described in an earlier section, between the receiver and TV or
to function. source component for the new
settings to be recognized.
With CEC, turning on one component in the system can turn on the rest of the system,
same with turning one component off. You may or may not want this which is why
separate options are provided for Power Off and Power On control. When either
is disabled, the corresponding power commands sent by other HDMI-connected
components are ignored. This is also useful if you would like to use Audio Return
Channel but not one-touch power.
TUNER STEPS
Set according to your country’s radio standards.
AM step can be set to 9 kHz (range 531-1710 kHz) or 10 kHz (range 530-1710 kHz).
FM step can be set to 50 or 100 kHz (range 87.50-108.00 MHz), or 200 kHz (range
87.5-107.9 MHz).
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3.11 SAVE / LOAD SETTINGS
MASTER RESET
This is not a menu setting. To reset the unit to factory condition, connect power and
press the front panel Setup and main power buttons at the same time. The unit should
turn on. This may be useful if unit has become inoperable.
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3.12 SYSTEM INFORMATION
System Information
ARC NAME
This is the name that you gave to your measurement file.
MAC ADDRESS
This is your receiver’s unique identifier on the network.
LAN STATUS
This displays the receiver’s IP address once connected to the local area network.
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ANTHEM ROOM CORRECTION
ARC corrects the effects of reflective surfaces and room boundaries on sound quality
by measuring the response of each speaker relative to the listening area and equalizing
it. ARC equalizes response without stressing the amplifier or speakers and does not
downsample the source material to process it. ARC’s filters are neither graphic nor
parametric – ARC is a sophisticated system that flattens response using its ability to
create practically any suitable function, inherently correcting phase effects created by the
room.
The default correction range is up to 5 kHz. Although the limit can be changed if
needed, a higher one is generally not advised since the microphone becomes directional
at upper frequencies, affecting measurement accuracy especially if the height of the
speaker’s high frequency driver is not at ear level.
ARC also detects how much the room reinforces low frequencies due to its boundaries
and pressurization. This room gain shows as a bump in the target response. ARC does
not remove it because if flattened, bass sounds thin. Ideal anechoic speaker response,
a straight line as measured in a special non-reverberant facility, is not the same as ideal
in-room response which normally includes, to varying degree, this room gain.
ARC senses where each speaker’s low-frequency response declines and sets high-pass
filters accordingly. Calibration is set such that average level is the same when comparing
EQ “On” vs “Off”. Note that to set levels ARC uses a midrange band that’s wider than
the standard home theater setup noise, which is centered at 1 kHz and narrow so
there’s no chance its level would be reduced by a crossover.
Sample response:
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4.1 BEFORE STARTING
• Ensure that the receiver software and ARC-2 software that you will be using are
compatible with one another – check www.anthemAV.com for latest versions.
• Your ARC microphone and its support file are a system. Before a mic can be used
for measurement, its response must be known. Each ARC microphone’s frequency
response is measured precisely at the factory and this is used to create your
microphone’s calibration file.
• Your computer must be running Windows Vista or later and be connected to a
local network. If a router is not available, the computer may be connected directly
to the receiver using a static IP address as explained in the setup menu section of
this manual. Windows XP also runs ARC-2 but this is not supported in itself due to
the age of the operating system. If an issue presents itself in this case, the solution
would be to use a newer version of Windows.
• If you are using a laptop computer, check its power settings and battery meter to
ensure that procedures will not be interrupted.
• The measurement process rejects typical background noise but if loud noise is
present ARC will indicate that re-measurement is required. Ensure that the room will
be sufficiently quiet during measurement.
• Depending on how your network is set up, you may need to enable sharing to allow
the receiver to be seen by your computer.
• If you are using more than one receiver on the network, note that each may be
identified three ways – by MAC address, IP address, or Device Name (for more
information see the System Information and Network setup menus).
If you downloaded ARC from our web site it needs to be extracted before setup is run.
Your CD is still needed because it’s the source of your microphone’s unique calibration file.
Example: 300001.cal. If you copy it to the same folder as setup.exe before running the
installer, it will be installed as well.
The installation will put several files into an Anthem folder on your computer and create
shortcuts in your Start Menu and on Desktop.
Measurement files created with the original version of ARC software cannot be
opened or used with ARC-2 software.
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4.3 MICROPHONE STAND ASSEMBLY
Screw the telescoping tube into its base and the microphone clip onto the tube.
Position the clip vertically. Connect the USB microphone cable to the microphone and
slide the microphone into the clip.
To adjust the length of the telescoping tube, first loosen its clamp by rotating it
counterclockwise.
Five listening area positions are normally measured but this number can be increased
up to ten. The first must be at or just in front of the central seating position. This is also
used to set Speaker Calibration levels. Positions 2 and 3 should be symmetric to the left
and the right of the center line, and the same applies to the remaining positions. If your
room has less than five seating positions, measurements must still be taken from five QUICK MEASURE SPEAKER
positions at least 2 feet (70 cm) apart to ensure optimal sound. POSITION HELPER
If speaker positioning, particularly
for the sub, is flexible you can
4.5 MEASUREMENT
try this before running ARC.
• Connect the microphone and the processor to the computer. Alternatively you can start with
• Set the microphone in the first position. Don’t stand near the microphone while a full measurement and then
sweep tones are playing otherwise reflections from your body may cause bad see whether it’s necessary to
measurements. re-position speakers. To use
• Run Anthem Room Correction from the Start Menu or through its Desktop shortcut. Quick Measure, select Manual
The program will guide you through the remaining steps and at the end will load the mode instead of Automatic
correction data to your processor. The process takes about 10 minutes depending when starting ARC. Click on
on the number of measurements. the Quick Measure button and
enable the sweep tone for the
• Up to 16 characters may be used to name a measurement. Additional characters
speaker that you are positioning.
will be removed.
After a few sweeps the graph
• Valid characters are: a-z, A-Z, 0-9, “ “, “-”, “.”, “:”, “;”, “<”, “=”, “>”, “?”, and “@”. will show a live update of the
Other characters will be removed from the ARC upload name. uncorrected measurement. It will
• Once the ARC program is finished, you can disconnect the computer. Turn on the keep running until you turn it off.
processor and set “Room EQ:” On/Off in the Source Setup menu according to each Leave speakers where the graph
source. If you made measurements for a Music configuration, assign Bass Manager is flattest, particularly in the bass
accordingly. region, then run ARC normally.
• Save your settings in the Save / Load Settings menu.
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4.6 MANUAL MODE AND TARGETS
When creating a new file, manual mode is the same as automatic mode except that you
must measure, calculate, and upload in separate steps. After the measurement phase,
targets can be edited but doing so is recommended only for experienced users.
A file created in Automatic mode can be opened in Manual mode to allow target editing.
After changing targets, you must click OK when closing the window to apply the
settings, then Calculate. To restore original settings, click on Auto Detect then Calculate.
For advice in getting the most out of your system based on your measurements, we
welcome you to send your .arc2 file (not screenshots as they cannot be changed) to
Anthem Technical Support.
WHAT NOT TO DO
Upon seeing results for the first time you may be tempted to immediately change the
targets. There is rarely a good technical reason to do so. If you are not satisfied with
the initial results, examine the red pre-correction measurement curve. This shows how
your system is performing without room correction. Does it reflect the performance that
you should be seeing from your speakers, especially in the bass? If not, do not try to
compensate through electronic correction. You are not losing what was never there.
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If you did change settings such that a large portion of the bass is being boosted, as
would be shown by a wide range of the green corrected curve having higher level than
the red measured curve, chances are that your equipment will be stressed more than
the sound will improve. There is very little to gain by doing this.
Instead, address the real reasons behind the areas which could be improved but are
beyond what electronic correction is meant to fix, for example large dips in the in-room
response. These are not uncommon and can almost always be cured by repositioning
the speakers, especially the subwoofer, and repeating the measurement.
Can one set of measurements be used across both profiles but with different
settings applied? Can the subwoofer be disabled in only one of the profiles?
MAX EQ FREQUENCY
Default correction range is 5 kHz but this may be lowered for experimentation or
comparison.
ROOM GAIN
If you wish to experiment by flattening room gain, you can try it by setting this to 0 dB.
Note that auto-detected room gain will be at or near 0 dB if bass absorbers are used or
if the speakers are not particularly responsive in the bass region.
If on the other hand you have a subwoofer that is designed to be flat to a certain
frequency then have response that drops very quickly below that, manually selecting a
steeper than average slope may be beneficial. Normally, ARC does not auto-select a
slope that is steeper than fourth-order (24 dB per octave rolloff) although up to eighth-
order (48 dB per octave) is available through this manual selection.
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SUBWOOFER HIGH PASS FREQUENCY
Use this with High Pass Order when manually creating a curve on the lower end of
the subwoofer’s response. The left side of the red measured curve is the guideline for
shaping the target curve. An attempt to use this as a bottom-end boost to increase
low-frequency output is likely to be detrimental to the subwoofer’s performance. If the
subwoofer’s specifications indicate that low-frequency output should be greater than the
uncorrected in-room response curve is showing, then the proper solution would be to
reposition the subwoofer.
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OPERATION
ZONE 2 MAIN
To control volume rotate the front panel knob or press VOL up/down on the remote
control. To mute or un-mute the audio, press MUTE.
VOL
ZONE 2
ZONE 2
VOL PR
VOL INPUT PR
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5.3 INPUT SELECTION
The number of active inputs varies according to how the Input Setup menu was
programmed. To scroll through the next/previous active inputs press the right/left
buttons, and to make a selection press SELECT.
SELECT
INPUT
Alternatively, press the INPUT button for an on-screen list of inputs. Use the up/down
and SELECT buttons to change the input.
To change input in Zone 2, press the INPUT button (after pressing ZONE button if using
the front panel). The next input will be selected.
5.4 TUNER
After selecting AM or FM input change station and set presets as follows. If Main and
Zone 2 are using the tuner at the same time, changes to Main will be applied to Zone 2.
Station info is shown on-screen for five minutes after a button is pressed. Song/artist
info is also displayed if the station provides it. To display this info on the front panel,
press INFO on the remote control.
i
AUTOMATIC TUNING
To seek the next/previous station with adequate signal strength, press up/down.
MANUAL TUNING
Press SELECT then up/down.
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PRESETS (remote control only)
30 AM and 30 FM stations can be stored. To store the current station press PRESET
then assign a number from 01 to 30.
To recall a preset enter the assigned number or press PG/PR up/down for the next/
previous one.
1 2 3
4 5 6 CL
EA
R
PG/PR
7 8 9
PRESET 0
LEVEL
LEVEL
Note that this adjustment is not meant for system calibration – this is handled in the setup
menu and by Anthem Room Correction.
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5.6 BASS / TREBLE / BALANCE
To change tone, press Bass or Treble on the remote control then up/down. Note that Bass
does not affect the subwoofer output – this is handled by the Level adjustment.
BASS BAL
TREB
To change balance press BAL on the remote then up to move the image to the right, or
down to move the image to the left.
5.7 LIP-SYNC
If the audio is not synchronized with the video, press Lip-Sync then up/down. Up to 150
milliseconds of audio delay may be used. Changing lip-sync on the fly changes the input’s
lip-sync setting in the setup menu.
LIP-SYNC
When playing a multichannel source, a listening mode may not be applicable if the source
material is not PCM and its sampling rate higher than 96 kHz, or if you are using less than
7.1 speakers and the source is already multichannel.
At times it might appear that the receiver is detecting a sound format different from
the one that you would like to be playing. Note that the source is in control and that
the connection to the receiver carries one format at a time. To ensure that audio is
sent to the receiver in its original form:
1. In the source’s setup menu ensure that digital audio output is set to Bitstream
mode for all Dolby Digital and DTS formats.
2. If the source is a Blu-ray player, also ensure that Secondary Audio is disabled.
3. If the source material is on Blu-ray or DVD, you may want to select an audio track
other than the disc’s default. There are two ways to do this – through the audio or
language setup in the disc’s menu, or during the movie by pressing AUDIO on the
player’s remote control.
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5.9 DOLBY VOLUME AND DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL
Refer to the Input Setup section for a description of Dolby Volume. To change on/off status
press DYN on the remote control then up/down. To change Leveler amount press DYN a
second time when Dolby Volume is on then adjust.
DYN
When Dolby Volume is off another dynamic range control becomes available after DYN is
pressed a second time. This also allows you to control the difference between the softest
and loudest passages, but only on multichannel Dolby Digital soundtracks that contain
dynamic scaling cues. At least 5.1 speakers must be used. Press up/down to select:
REDUCED: Allows the quieter parts to be heard more easily by raising the level of quieter
sounds and/or reducing the level of louder ones according to cues in the
soundtrack.
Many sources also have dynamic range controls. Be sure to disable them to get the most
from the receiver’s controls and to prevent dynamic range from being reduced twice. In
some cases the names of settings in sources are confusing because “Extended” can mean
dynamics are left alone while “Normal” can mean they’re reduced. Check the operating
manuals of your sources to find what their settings mean and when they apply because
sometimes default settings reduce dynamics.
TREB
5.11 INFO DISPLAY
Pressing the info button in succession displays following:
LEVEL
• Song info if tuner is selected
• Video output resolution for HDMI 1 and HDMI 2
• Audio input
• Audio sampling or bit rate where applicable
1 2 3
• Software versions for main controller, boot loader, HDMI, and audio DSP
4 5 6
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SPECIFICATIONS
PREAMPLIFIER
Maximum Output (<0.1% THD . . . . . . . 3.5 Vrms, subwoofer channel 6.1 Vrms
Frequency Response (2 Vrms output) . . . . . . . . 8 Hz to 28 kHz (+0, -0.25 dB)
Frequency Response,
Analog-Direct mode (2 Vrms output) . . . . . . . . . 8 Hz to 50 kHz (+0, -0.25 dB)
THD+N (2 Vrms output) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <0.03%
S/N Ratio (2 Vrms output, IEC-A filter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 dB
L-R channel separation (analog input, 1 kHz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 dB
PREAMPLIFIER + AMPLIFIER
Frequency Response (full power output) . . . . . . . 10 Hz to 30 kHz (+0, -0.5 dB)
THD+N (1W output) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <0.04% (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
S/N Ratio (full power output, IEC-A filter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 dB
AMPLIFIER
Maximum continuous output into 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.1% THD:
POWER REQUIREMENT
120 V version: In countries where the line voltage is 120 V, this product operates from a single
phase AC power source that supplies between 108 V and 132 V at a frequency of 60 Hz.
220-240 V version: In countries where the line voltage is 220, 230, or 240 V, this product
operates from a single phase AC power source that supplies between 198 V and 264 V at a
frequency of 50 Hz.
CONSUMPTION
Maximum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 W (MRX 710/510), 400 W (MRX 310)
Standby (default ECO mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <0.3 W
Standby IP Control enabled . . . . . 2.0 W (1.8 W if network cable is not connected)
Standby HDMI Bypass enabled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6 W
Standby IP Control and Standby HDMI Bypass enabled . . . . . . . . . . 6.6 W
DIMENSIONS
Height . . . . . 6 1/2 in. (16.4 cm) including feet, 4 rack units with special rackmount
Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 1/4 in. (43.9 cm)
Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 5/8 in. (37.2 cm)
Weight:
MRX 710 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.8 lb (14.0 kg),
MRX 510 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.2 lb (13.7 kg),
MRX 310 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.8 lb (12.6 kg)
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LIMITED WARRANTY
The warranty period begins on the date of purchase from Anthem or an Authorized Anthem Dealer.
This warranty is offered only to the original owner and is not transferable. Demonstration and display
units are covered by the same warranty except that the period commences on the date of dealer
invoice, not the purchaser’s invoice, and cosmetic flaws are excluded.
If Anthem determines that the product has a defect in materials or manufacturing during the warranty
period Anthem will at its option repair, replace or provide the necessary replacement parts without
charging for parts or labor. Repaired or replaced equipment or parts supplied under this warranty
are covered by the unexpired portion of the warranty.
Warranty is void if the serial number has been removed, altered or defaced, if the product has been
operated, installed or handled other than in accordance with the intended application, tampered
with, modified, or damaged by accident, while in transport or by failure of electric power, or has been
repaired by a non-authorized party. Anthem shall have no obligation to correct any defect that is not
reproducible by Anthem. If inspection by Anthem discloses that the repair required is not covered by
this warranty, regular repair charges shall apply.
If a problem is discovered in your Anthem product, please contact the Authorized Anthem Dealer
from whom you purchased the product. Your dealer will help to determine the cause of the problem
and arrange for the appropriate action. Alternatively, follow the procedure below for factory service.
A Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained from Anthem Technical Support before a
product can be shipped to Anthem for any reason. Product shipped to Anthem without its RA
Number clearly visible on the outside of the shipping carton will be refused and returned to the
sender, freight collect. Product shipped to Anthem must have shipping and insurance prepaid by
the sender, be packaged in the original carton and packing material and accompanied by a written
description of the defect. Service will not be given under warranty without an accompanying copy
of the sales invoice. Product repaired under warranty will be returned with shipping and insurance
prepaid by Anthem (within Canada and continental USA only).
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
Under no circumstances shall Anthem, its agents, representatives or employees assume liability
or responsibility for injury or damages sustained in the use or operation of Anthem products or
for damages to connected products. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations of incidental or
consequential damages so this exclusion may not apply to you.
Anthem reserves the right to make design changes without obligation to revise prior versions. All
specifications are subject to change without notice.
This warranty shall be the sole and exclusive remedy to you. No other warranty or condition,
statutory or otherwise, expressed or implied, shall be imposed upon Anthem nor shall any
representation made by any person, including a representative or agent of Anthem, be effective to
extend the warranty coverage provided herein.
On the expiration of the warranty all liability of Anthem in connection with the product shall terminate.
INTERNATIONAL
Terms and conditions are set and maintained by the Authorized Anthem Distributor, not Anthem.
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THE BIG PICTURE FRONT PANEL (MRX 710)
MAIN
MRX 710
ZONE 2
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THE BIG PICTURE REAR PANEL (MRX 710)
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THE BIG PICTURE REAR PANEL (MRX 310)
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NOTES
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