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General| Brand | Martin Audio |
|---|---|
| Model | MLA |
| Category | Speaker System |
| Language | English |
Explains individual components, system wiring, rigging, and software packages. Serves as a reference.
Details the cabinet construction, handling features, and weatherproof coating for rugged touring use.
Explains the rigging system derived from line array technology, focusing on quick and safe flying and landing.
Covers the 3-way design, horn loading, and separate mid/HF horns for consistent 90° horizontal coverage.
Describes the self-contained 6-channel Class D amplifier module, its output, and thermal management.
Details the 16A Ceeform inlet and the mains distribution system for powering MLA systems.
Covers analogue/AES input via XLR and U-Net network connections via ODU connectors.
Illustrates the signal path from input to drivers, including processing stages like EQ and filters.
Lists the necessary tools for performing maintenance tasks on the MLA system.
Provides step-by-step instructions for safely replacing the amplifier module in situ.
Details frequency response, SPL capabilities, drivers, and dispersion characteristics.
Covers type, peak output power, average efficiency, and cooling for the amplifier module.
Includes enclosure details, finish, protective grille, fittings, IP rating, dimensions, and weight.
Describes the mechanical principles and construction, similar to MLA for rigging compatibility.
Details the rigging system designed to complement the MLA, including front and rear bracket operations.
Explains the acoustic design matching MLA, featuring horn-loaded drivers and specific dispersion patterns.
Covers construction from birch plywood, PU coating, powder-coated steel rigging, and handling features.
Details the rigging, derivative of MLA system, with symmetrical front-to-back design for flown cardioid arrays.
Based on Hybrid system with horn-loaded drivers and reflex ports for efficiency and low-frequency extension.
Describes the self-contained iPal amplifier module housing and its connection interface.
Highlights ease of handling, small size, and construction from birch ply with durable PU coating.
Features a simplified array rigging system with adjustable cabinet angles via rear rigging brackets.
Scales down MLA design, repeating key attributes for efficiency and consistent horizontal coverage.
Details the 5-channel Class D amplifier module, its output, and power supply characteristics.
Describes construction from birch plywood, PU coating, steel rigging, and heavy-duty castors for transport.
Identical to MLX rigging, allowing flown cardioid arrays and quick fitting of flying brackets.
Utilizes twin 18" drivers in a reflex-loaded enclosure with flared ports for excellent low-frequency extension.
Highlights DSP platform, processing capabilities, low latency, and flexible input/output configurations.
Details navigation buttons, input/output meters, display, and encoder functions for operation.
Describes mains switch, inlet, Ethernet, U-NET ports, and analogue/AES I/O connectors.
Covers mains power connection, Ethernet via RJ45, and U-Net connections using ODU connectors.
Configuration for Dynamic or Static IP addresses for network connectivity.
Details frequency response, dynamic range, latency, sampling frequency, and ADC/DAC resolution.
Describes 8 parametric filters per input/output with adjustable gain, bandwidth, and frequency.
Covers look-ahead clip and peak limiter settings including threshold, attack, and release times.
Highlights Ethernet to U-Net bridge, IP addressability, analogue/digital audio transport.
Details two U-Net ports and parallel links using ODU connectors for network and audio transport.
Illustrates audio feed combination onto U-Net connections, highlighting redundant loop topology.
Describes female XLR connectors for analogue/AES signals and proper wiring for EMC performance.
Explains U-Net connections via RJ45 Ethernet port and ODU connectors for system devices.
Details power inlet, main fuse, Ethernet, and analogue/AES EBU audio inputs.
Instructions for connecting power via IEC cable and input/network cables.
Explains configuring static or dynamic IP addresses for network communication.
Describes how to reset the U-Hub's static IP configuration back to dynamic.
Details available U-Net cable lengths and part numbers for system connections.
Describes various adaptors for extending U-Net cables and mixing cable infrastructure.
Explains the adaptor for splitting combined U-Net and audio signals into separate cables.
Details the tablet PC, its flightcase, power supply, and pre-installed system software.
Describes Display 2.1 application for creating show projects, positioning arrays, and calculating EQ.
Explains Vu-Net application for tablet PC interface, system discovery, and optimization file upload.
Provides a graphic representation of Wi-Fi signals for informed connection decisions.
Files for configuring PicoStation devices as DHCP server or Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Steps for configuring PicoStations with preset configurations and changing passwords.
Details the processor (Intel Core i7) and operating system (Windows 7 Professional 64 bit).
Includes Hard Drive, RAM, Display, I/O Ports, Wi-Fi, and Dimensions.
Describes the 16U rack housing for control, distros, Merlin, patch panel, and Picostation.
Highlights mechanical deployment improvements and integrated 4-way mains board for network components.
Identical to Master rack but without Wi-Fi/network components, single Ethernet connection to Merlin.
Features a dedicated patch panel and eliminates unused Ethernet connections for a cleaner setup.
Houses Copper link receiver, WAP, and provides Ethernet ports for venue Wi-Fi and tablet PC connection.
Details the two-stage calibration process for the inclinometer system for precise angle adjustment.
Instructions for replacing the 9V PP3 alkaline battery in the inclinometer reader.
Calibration procedure is identical to the MLA Flying Grid, with caution advised for angling.
Details the 6U 19" rack enclosure with 32A three phase Ceeform inlet and 16A breakers.
Features a rotated 32A Ceeform inlet and an additional 16A breaker for mains isolation.
Describes the high current distro in a flightcased rack for lower voltage supplies.
Details Mk1, Mk2, Mk3 High Voltage Rack Cases and Low Voltage Rack Case construction.
Describes Mk1 and Mk2 Cable Trunk designs based on Eurotrucker standards for packing and transport.
Details Mk1, Mk2, and Mk3 MLA Grid Case designs, including stability and access improvements.
Describes Mk1 and Mk2 Compact Flying Frame Cases, scaled down from MLA versions.
Details Mk1 and Mk2 Tablet PC Flightcase designs for housing and transporting tablet PCs.
Explains the logical workflow for designing arrays and optimizing DSP parameters.
Details the process of optimizing cabinet angles and DSP coefficients using computer models.
Describes the index plot method for visualizing frequency response across multiple audience points.
Covers general settings, SPL view, slice, splay, EQ tool, auto-use options, and export settings.
Step-by-step process for adding new arrays, specifying type, deployment, and quantity.
Explains how to rename arrays and the importance of matching design to physical array.
Guides on drawing a 2D venue slice or importing a shell from existing D2 files.
Instructions for drawing a venue slice by adding nodes and editing coordinates.
Describes using a laser measure to input survey data for accurate venue measurements.
Details on accurately positioning the array, including height and ground stack options.
Guides on defining audience areas by tracing the slice outline with markers.
Instructions for adjusting start/finish points, deleting regions, and finalizing the venue slice.
Explains setting audience, non-audience, and hard avoid planes based on venue geometry.
Details how to adjust plane properties like audience, non-audience, and hard avoid individually.
Allows setting uniform or custom offsets for audience members' ears based on seating or standing.
Enables compensation for air absorption effects on upper frequency bands based on environmental conditions.
Allows specifying SPL variation from audience start to finish for loudness contour control.
Shows array cabinet angles, current acoustic output, and optimisation progress.
Compares current acoustic output with optimised performance using real-time index plots.
Displays physical orientation, number of boxes, and visual representation of the flown array.
Defines optimisation characteristics like splay coefficients, target response, and leakage priorities.
Displays mechanical information including array height, trim, mass, and splay angles for MLA.
Details rigging options for MLA Compact, similar to MLA but with specific constraints.
Covers flown, ground stacked, and pole mount deployment options for MLA Mini systems.
Guides on exporting D2P files for optimization upload via Vu-Net, including file location setup.
Details exporting wireframe models for use with AutoCad, including detail and coordinate options.
Overview of Vu-Net application for connecting, monitoring, and controlling U-Net devices.
Explains the main window layout including Menu, Toolbar, and distinct functional sections.
Covers file operations like New, Open, Close, Save, Save As, and Print for project management.
Details options for Calculations (temperature), Firmware Update, Help, and Network settings.
Explains finding devices on the Ethernet network and setting IP addresses.
Covers monitoring device status, temperature, and customizing user interface options.
Includes Preset Loader, Firmware Update Wizard, and MLA/MLD Conversion Tool.
Guides on running Device Discovery to find and configure system components on the U-Net network.
Details checking cabinet orientation, flashing LEDs, and using drag-and-drop for correct positioning.
Explains the process of synchronizing devices to ensure accurate system configuration.
Guides on uploading D2P optimization files using the Preset Loader for array configuration.
Covers loading factory or custom PEQ files and their impact on system reset and array settings.
Explains Array, Zone, X-Array Filter, and Zone Filter ganging for parameter control.
Provides a comprehensive overview of DD12 status, input/output levels, and essential controls.
Details PSX discovery, overview screen functions, gain faders, muting, and metering.
Focuses on quick, easy, and safe deployment, familiar to Martin Audio line array users.
Emphasizes safety protocols for hanging heavy equipment, requiring proper training and certified gear.
Suggests crew numbers and roles for efficient system rigging and cabinet attachment.
Recommends feeding power and network during rigging for immediate status checks.
Outlines the initial steps for rigging, including gathering components and positioning the control rack.
Details connecting power, network, audio, and inclinometer feeds to the array cabinets.
Explains rigging MLX subs, including rear-facing options for cardioid arrays.
Describes attaching rear-facing MLX subs to an array for cardioid pattern control.
Details assembling combination arrays with MLA flown under MLX using a second flying grid.
Guides on ground stacking MLA arrays using the standard flying frame on the ground or MLX.
Covers rigging principals shared with MLA, including flightcase setup and cabinet linking.
Explains ground stacking MLA Compact using the flying grid and setting angles with ground stack bars.
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