a-them AVM 90 User manual
OPERATING MANUAL
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL WITHIN
AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE
OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL WITHIN
AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE
OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, AND
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE
PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS.
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF
FIRE, REPLACE THE FUSE ONLY WITH THE SAME AMPERAGE
AND VOLTAGE TYPE. REFER REPLACEMENT TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
WARNING: UNIT MAY BECOME HOT. ALWAYS PROVIDE
ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO ALLOW FOR COOLING. DO NOT
PLACE NEAR A HEAT SOURCE, OR IN SPACES THAT CAN
RESTRICT VENTILATION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
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 the
third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus 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 apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
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WARENTY:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Avoid installing this unit where
foreign objects may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top of this unit, do
not place:
Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a case or similar. Install it away from direct sunlight, heat sources,
vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold.
Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside
this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or 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 Amplifier. Connect only to the prescribed AC outlet, i.e., 120V 60Hz or 240V 50/60Hz.
CAUTION:
Top surface can become hot.
CAUTION:
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform
any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualified to do so.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Paradigm Electronics for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, 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 offand 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 amplifier.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the amplifier is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR UK CUSTOMERS:
DO NOT cut offthe mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the
cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. If,
nonetheless, the mains plug is cut off, REMOVE THE FUSE and dispose of the PLUG immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard
by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then
follow the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT: DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked with the letter “E” or by the safety
earth symbol or colored GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are colored in accordance with the following code:
BLUE – NEUTRAL
BROWN – LIVE
As these colors may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter “N” or colored BLACK.
The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter “L” or colored RED.
When replacing the fuse, only a correctly rated and approved type should be used, and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover. If in doubt
consult a competent electrician.
NOTES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:
At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed of with regular household waste but must be returned to a
collection point for the recycling of electrical and 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.
RECYCLING AND REUSE GUIDELINES (Europe):
In accordance with the European Union WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive effective August 13, 2005,
we would like to notify you that this product may contain regulated materials which, upon disposal, require special reuse and
recycling processing. For this reason Paradigm Electronics Inc. (the manufacturer of Paradigm speakers and Anthem electronic
products) has arranged with its distributors in European Union member nations to collect and recycle this product at no cost to
you. To find your local distributor please contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product or go to our website at
www.paradigm.com.
Please note that only the product falls under the WEEE directive. When disposing of packaging and other shipping material we
encourage you to recycle through the normal channels.
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.
Anthem and any related party assume no liability for the user’s failure to comply with any requirements.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 BOX CONTENTS & PACKAGING
1.1 Before Making Connections
2.0 INTRODUCTION
2.1 In-Use Notices
2.2 Default Inputs
2.3 Front Panel
2.4 MRX 1140 Rear Panel
2.5 MRX 740 Rear Panel
2.6 MRX 540 Rear Panel
2.7 AVM 90 Rear Panel
2.8 AVM 70 Rear Pane
2.9 Remote Control
3.0 SPEAKER POSITIONING
3.1 Speakers
3.2 5.1-Channel Speaker Positioning
3.3 7.1-Channel Speaker Positioning
3.4 Height Effects Speaker Positioning
4.0 CONNECTIONS
4.1 HDMI Video Inputs And Outputs
4.2 Audio Connections
4.3 Local Area Network
4.4 12 Volt Trigger
4.5 Infrared
4.6 RS-232
4.7 Power
4.8 Headphone Jack (Front Panel)
5.0 SETUP
5.1 Speaker Setup
5.2 Bass Management
5.3 Listener Position
5.4 Level Calibration
5.5 Input Setup
5.6 Preferences
5.7 Network / Control
5.8 Save / Load / Update
5.9 System Info
6.0 ANTHEM ROOM CORRECTION
6.1 Anthem Room Correction (ARC®)
6.2 Using ARC With An MRX/AVM
7.0 OPERATION
7.1 Power On / Offand Volume
7.2 Zone 2 Operation
7.3 Input Selection
1.0 BOX CONTENTS & PACKAGING
1.1 BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS
Check that you have received all items listed below and report discrepancies to your dealer as soon as possible. In
case the unit needs to be transported in the future, keep the packing materials. Retain the invoice that you received
from your authorized Anthem dealer at time of purchase – without it, service will not be provided under warranty.
AVM Processor or MRX Receiver
Remote Control
FM Antenna
2x Wireless Network Antennas
2x AAA Batteries
IEC Power Cord (US / UK / EU / CN types are supplied by factory, other types are normally provided by the local
distributor)
Additional items in Anthem Room Correction (ARC) kit:
USB Microphone
Microphone Clip
Telescopic Stand with Boom
USB Cable
CAT5 Cable
Save the Packaging
Save your MRX/AVM’s packaging. Should you move or should your unit require service, the original packaging will
minimize the risk of damage during transport.
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2.0 INTRODUCTION
2.1 IN-USE NOTICES
Disconnect the power cord before connecting or disconnecting any components.
If the MRX/AVM was transported or stored in the cold, let it reach room temperature before use.
Due to continuing advances, operational characteristics may change. If this manual contains discrepancies, please
check www.AnthemAV.com for the latest manual or software.
2.2 DEFAULT INPUTS
Source Audio Input Video Input
HDMI 1 HDMI HDMI 1
HDMI 2 HDMI HDMI 2
HDMI 3 HDMI HDMI 3
HDMI 4 HDMI HDMI 4
HDMI 5 HDMI HDMI 5
HDMI 6 HDMI HDMI 6
HDMI 7 HDMI HDMI 7
eARC HDMI eARC None
Streaming Streaming None
Bluetooth Bluetooth None
The unit comes programmed from the factory with six inputs, but you may change this to create up to 30 inputs. MRX/
AVM uses virtual inputs that give you complete control of the name of each input you create, along with which video
(HDMI) input to use, which audio input (HDMI, digital, analog or streaming) to use, which speaker profile to use, and
much more. You can even create multiple inputs for the same source device. For example, a Blu-ray input configured
for 7.1.4-channels and another Blu-ray input configured for 2-channels (and no subwoofer). For information on setting
up inputs, refer to the Setup section of this manual.
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2.3 FRONT PANEL
MRX 1140 model shown.
Display
Remote control sensor location
Volume control and menu navigation 4 – Headphone jack
Power / standby
Mute
Next input or item
Previous input or item
Selection confirmation
Setup menu access
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2.4 MRX 1140 REAR PANEL
US model shown. EU model is similar.
Chassis ground screw
Wireless antenna connectors
USB jack for factory service
Local area network connection for IP control and Anthem Room Correction
HDMI outputs: HDMI 1 supports eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI inputs
AC input
RS-232 interface (bidirectional) for serial control
IR input and trigger outputs
Coaxial digital audio inputs
Optical digital audio inputs and output
Speaker connections
Analog audio inputs
Pre-out connections
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2.5 MRX 740 REAR PANEL
US model shown. EU model is similar.
Chassis ground screw
Wireless antenna connectors
USB jack for factory service
Local area network connection for IP control and Anthem Room Correction
HDMI outputs: HDMI 1 supports eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI inputs
AC input
RS-232 interface (bidirectional) for serial control
IR input and trigger outputs
Coaxial digital audio inputs
Optical digital audio inputs and output
Speaker connections
Analog audio inputs
Pre-out connections
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2.6 MRX 540 REAR PANEL
US model shown. EU model is similar.
Chassis ground screw
Wireless antenna connectors
USB jack for factory service
Local area network connection for IP control and Anthem Room Correction
HDMI outputs: HDMI 1 supports eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI inputs
AC input
RS-232 interface (bidirectional) for serial control
IR input and trigger outputs
Coaxial digital audio inputs
Optical digital audio inputs and output
Speaker connections
Analog audio inputs
Pre-out connections
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2.7 AVM 90 REAR PANEL
US model shown. EU model is similar.
Chassis ground screw
Wireless antenna connectors
USB jack for factory service
Local area network connection for IP control and Anthem Room Correction
HDMI outputs: HDMI 1 supports eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI inputs
AC input
RS-232 interface (bidirectional) for serial control
IR input and trigger outputs
Coaxial digital audio inputs
Optical digital audio inputs and output
Speaker connections
Analog audio inputs
Pre-out connections
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2.8 AVM 70 REAR PANE
US model shown. EU model is similar.
Chassis ground screw
Wireless antenna connectors
USB jack for factory service
Local area network connection for IP control and Anthem Room Correction
HDMI outputs: HDMI 1 supports eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI inputs
AC input
RS-232 interface (bidirectional) for serial control
IR input and trigger outputs
Coaxial digital audio inputs
Optical digital audio inputs and output
Speaker connections
Analog audio inputs
Pre-out connections
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2.9 REMOTE CONTROL
Main zone power on and standby
Bass, Treble, Balance, Channel Level, Front
panel dimmer
Numeric keypad for tuner presets
Input list
Tuner preset
Setup menu
Info and status
Navigation controls
Clear for deleting input configurations and
tuner presets, and clearing new entry
Dolby Volume and Dolby Digital Dynamics
Listening mode
Volume
Next/previous tuner preset, setup menu page
up/down 6 SETUP
Mute
Next/previous tuner preset, setup menu page
up/down
Lip-sync
Backlight
Zone 2 controls
The left/right buttons also select previous/next
input. The up/down buttons also control tuner
station.
Packing List:
Install batteries in the MRX/AVM remote control in the directions shown in the illustration below.
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Remote Control Range of Operation:
The MRX/AVM remote control operates best when used within the range and distance shown in the illustration below.
Rear and Front IR Inputs:
If your remote control is not working and you have already checked the batteries, before contacting technical support,
check that Front IR is set to “On” in the Network / Control menu.
Anthem Remote Control App:
A remote control app is available for free to iOS and Android users. To use this app, download it from the Google Play
or Apple App Store, connect your MRX/AVM to the same network as your iOS/Android device, and launch the app.
3.0 SPEAKER POSITIONING
3.1 SPEAKERS
Your MRX/AVM, depending on the model, allows connection of anywhere from 2-channels (front left and right speakers
with no subwoofer) to 9.4.6-channels (a nine- speaker surround sound system with four subwoofers and six height
speakers). When setting up your speakers, care should be taken to achieve the best possible immersive audio
experience.
Front Left & Right
The front speakers are what you hear when listening to 2 channel recordings but also play a large part in your home
theater setup along with the centre channel playing the majority of content. If using listening to music without a
subwoofer it is advised to use full range front speakers.
Center
The center channel is the most important speaker in a home theater system, as the center channel reproduces almost
all of the dialogue and a large portion of the front speaker information. The center channel speaker must be accurate,
recommended for use as a center speaker, and mate well with the front speakers. The center channel is not the place
to cut corners.
Surround Left & Right / Back Left & Right
Surround and back speakers reproduce the information that makes sounds wrap around your home theater space.
Subwoofer(s)
With any surround sound system, you will need one or more high-quality subwoofers (the .1 in 5.1- or 7.1.4-channel
surround systems). Most movie soundtracks contain large amounts of bass information as part of the LFE (Low
Frequency Effect) track that sends information directly to your subwoofer. Good subwoofers will provide a foundation
for the rest of the system and add “weight” to music.
Height 1 and Height 2
Up to six height speakers (the .2 and .4 in 5.1.2- and 7.1.4-channel surround systems) can be connected to allow 3-
dimensional Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround sound. Height speakers reproduce the information that makes it sound
as if planes are flying over your head and other similar effects.
3.2 5.1-CHANNEL SPEAKER POSITIONING
These illustrations show recommended speaker placements for a 5.1 channel system.
5.1.2 Configuration
with one pair in-ceiling height speakers
5.1.2 Configuration
with Dolby enabled front speakers
5.1.4 Configuration
with two pair in-ceiling height speakers
5.1.4 Configuration
with Dolby enabled front and rear speakers
3.3 7.1-CHANNEL SPEAKER POSITIONING
These illustrations show recommended speaker placements for a 7.1 channel system (not applicable to MRX 540).
7.1.2 Configuration
with one pair in-ceiling height speakers
7.1.2 Configuration
with Dolby enabled front speakers
7.1.4 Configuration
with two pair in-ceiling height speakers
7.1.4 Configuration
with Dolby enabled front and rear speakers
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