MA-5D - Speaker ROLAND - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Active Monitor Speaker
Brand	Roland
Model	MA-5D
Dimensions (W x H x D)	200 x 150 x 180 mm
Weight	2.5 kg
Power Supply	DC 12V AC Adaptor
Power Consumption	20 W
Frequency Response	50 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	8 ohms
Speaker Configuration	2-Way (Tweeter + Woofer)
Input Connectors	1/4" Phone, RCA
Volume Control	Front Panel Knob
Headphone Output	Yes, 1/4" Jack
Built-in Amplifier	Yes
Magnetic Shielding	Yes
Maintenance & Cleaning	Wipe with dry soft cloth; do not use solvents or liquids.
Safety	Do not expose to rain or moisture; use only specified adaptor.
Spare Parts & Repairability	Contact Roland support for replacement parts; repairs by authorized service.
General Information	Designed for personal monitoring in recording studios and live setups.

Frequently Asked Questions - MA-5D ROLAND

How do I connect the MA-5D to my audio interface?

Use a standard 1/4" TS or RCA cable from your interface output to the corresponding input on the speaker. Ensure volume is turned down before connecting.

The speaker produces no sound. What should I check?

First, verify the power LED is lit. Check all cable connections and ensure the volume is turned up. Test with another audio source to isolate the issue.

Can I use the MA-5D as a computer speaker?

Yes, connect your computer's headphone or line-out to the RCA or 1/4" input using an appropriate adapter cable.

How do I clean the speaker cabinet?

Use a soft, dry cloth to remove dust. Do not use any cleaning agents, sprays, or liquids as they may damage the surface.

What is the correct power adaptor for the MA-5D?

Use only the Roland PSB-1U or equivalent DC 12V adaptor with center-positive polarity. Using an incorrect adaptor may damage the speaker.

There is a humming noise from the speaker. How can I fix it?

Humming is often caused by ground loops. Try connecting all audio equipment to the same power strip, or use a ground lift adapter on the speaker's power cord.

Can I mount the MA-5D on a speaker stand?

The MA-5D features a standard 5/8" screw hole on the bottom for mounting on a speaker stand or microphone stand adapter. Ensure the stand supports the weight.

What is the maximum input level?

The input is designed for line-level signals (+4 dBu typical). Avoid connecting high-power amplifier outputs directly.

Does the speaker have a built-in crossover?

Yes, the MA-5D has an internal passive crossover network to direct frequencies to the appropriate driver.

How do I adjust the tonal balance?

The MA-5D does not have EQ controls. Use the audio source's EQ or an external equalizer to adjust tonal balance.

USER MANUAL MA-5D ROLAND

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (pp. 9--11). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner's manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

Copyright © 2002 ROLAND CORPORATION

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

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主な仕様

170 Admiral Boulevard

Mississauga On L5T 2N6

CANADA

TEL: [phone]

U. S. A.

Roland Corporation U.S.

5100 S. Eastern Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938,

U.S.A.

TEL: [phone]

AFRICA

EGYPT

Al Fanny Trading Office

9, EBN Hagar A1 Askalany

Street,

ARD E1 Golf, Heliopolis,

Cairo 11341, EGYPT

TEL: [phone]

REUNIÓN

Royal Cape Park, Unit 24

Londonderry Road, Ottery 7800

Cape Town, SOUTH AFRICA

TEL: [phone]

ASIA

CHINA

Roland Shanghai Electronics

Co., Ltd.

5F. No.1500 Pingliang Road

Shanghai 200090, CHINA

TEL: [phone]

Roland Shanghai Electronics

Co,Ltd.

(BEIJING OFFICE)

10F. No.18 3 Section Anhuaxili

Chaoyang District Beijing

100011 CHINA

TEL: [phone]

Roland Shanghai Electronics

Co., Ltd.

(GUANGZHOU OFFICE)

2/F., No.30 Si You Nan Er Jie

Yi Xiang, Wu Yang Xin Cheng

Guangzhou 510600, CHIN

TEL: [phone]

HONG KONG

Parsons Music Ltd.

8th Floor, Railway Plaza, 39

Chatham Road South, T.S.T,

Kowloon, HONG KONG

TEL: [phone]

INDIA

Rivera Digitec (India) Pvt. Ltd.

409, Nirman Kendra

Mahalaxmi Flats Compound

Off. Dr. Edwin Moses Road,

Mumbai-400011, INDIA

TEL: [phone]

INDONESIA

PT Citra IntiRama

J1. Cideng Timur No. 15J-150

Jakarta Pusat

INDONESIA

TEL: [phone]

KOREA

Cosmos Corporation

1461-9, Seocho-Dong,

Scocho Ku, Seoul, KOREA

TEL: [phone]

MALAYSIA/

SINGAPORE

Roland Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd.

45-1, Block C2, Jalan PJU 1/39,

Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling

Jaya, Selangor, MALAYSIA

TEL: [phone]

PHILIPPINES

G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc.

339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue

Makati, Metro Manila 1200,

PHILIPPINES

TEL: [phone]

TAIWAN

ROLAND TAIWAN

ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.

Room 5, 9fl. No. 112 Chung

Shan N.Road Sec.2, Taipei,

TAIWAN, R.O.C.

TEL: [phone]

THAILAND

Theera Music Co., Ltd.

330 Soi Verng NakornKasem,

New Road, Sumpantawongse,

Bangkok 10100, THAILAND

TEL: [phone]

VIETNAM

SAIGON MUSIC

DISTRIBUTOR

(TAN DINH MUSIC)

138 Tran Quang Khai Street

Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh City

VIETNAM

TEL: [phone]

AUSTRALIA/ NEW ZEALAND

AUSTRALIA/

NEW ZEALAND

Roland Corporation

Australia Pty., Ltd.

38 Campbell Avenue

Dee Why West. NSW 2099

AUSTRALIA

For Australia

Tel: [phone]

For New Zealand

Tel: [phone]

CENTRAL/LATIN AMERICA

ARGENTINA

Instrumentos Musicales S.A.

Av.Santa Fe 2055

(1123) Buenos Aires

ARGENTINA

TEL: [phone]

BARBADOS

A&B Music Supplies LTD

12 Webster Industrial Park

Wildey, St. Michael, Barbados

TEL: [phone]

BRAZIL

Roland Brasil Ltda.

Rua San Jose, 780 Sala B

Parque Industrial San Jose

Cotia - Sao Paulo - SP, BRAZIL

TEL: [phone]

CHILE

Comercial Fancy II S.A.

Rut.: 96.919.420-1

Nataniel Cox #739, 4th Floor

Santiago - Centro, CHILE

TEL: [phone]

COLOMBIA

Centro Musical Ltda.

Cra 43 B No 25 A 41 Bododega 9

Medellin, Colombia

TEL: [phone]

CURACAO

Zeelandia Music Center Inc.

Orionweg 30

Curacao, Netherland Antilles

TEL:[phone]

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Instrumentos Fernando Giraldez

155, New National Road

Patras 26442, GREECE

TEL: [phone]

HUNGARY

Roland East Europe Ltd.

Warehouse Area 'DEPO' Pf.83

H-2046 Torokbalint,

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PREVENTION OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS

About ⚠️ WARNING and ⚠️ CAUTION Notices

WARNING	Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
CAUTION	Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

About the Symbols

	The △ symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings. The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
	The ⊗ symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.
	The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

WARNING

- Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner's Manual.

- Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.

- Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page.

- Never use or store the unit in places that are:

- Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

- Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are

- Humid; or are

- Exposed to rain; or are

- Dusty; or are

- Subject to high levels of vibration.

WARNING

• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

- Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor's body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

- This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

WARNING

- Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

- Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page when:

• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or
  • The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

- Immediately turn the power off, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page when:

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or
  • The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

- In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

- Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

CAUTION

• Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

- Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

- Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

- Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

- Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

- Disconnect all cords coming from external devices before moving the unit.

- Should you remove the optical connector caps, make sure to put them in a safe place out of children's reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 9--10, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

- Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

Placement

• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.
• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
• Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
• To avoid possible breakdown, do not use the unit in a wet area, such as an area exposed to rain or other moisture.

Maintenance

- For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

- Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Additional Precautions

• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit's buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable's internal elements.
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit's volume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at night).
• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
• Be sure to avoid inserting your fingers in the bass reflex ports when transporting or moving the

speakers, as your fingers may become wedged and stuck in the ports.

- Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

- Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

For the U.K.

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.

BLUE: NEUTRAL

BROWN: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.

For EU Countries

This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.

For the USA.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

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 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.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.

This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.

For Canada

NOTICE

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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1. L Channel Input Jack Connect this to L Channel Output Jack on the right-side unit. For the connection, use the included speaker cable.
2. POWER Switch, POWER/STANDBY Indicator The POWER/STANDBY Indicator lights up in red during standby, and lights up in green when power is on.
3. BASS Control Knob
4. TREBLE Control Knob These adjust the tones of the bass and treble. Set to center to make the tones flat.
5. VOLUME Knob Adjusts the volume of devices connected to Input Jacks.
6. AC Adaptor Jack Connect the included AC adaptor to this jack.
7. Input Jack (stereo mini type)
8. Input Jacks L, R (RCA pin type)
9. L Channel Output Jack Connect this to L Channel Input Jack on the left-side unit.

MA-5D only

A. Digital Input Connector (Optical) This is the digital input connector for optic-fiber cable.

Precautions When Connecting and Turning on the Power

• To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.
- Using a connection cable that contains a resistor can cause the sound level to be low. Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.
- Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. (When turning the power off, reverse this procedure.)

The devices must be turned on in this order.

Connected devices → MA-5D/MA-5A

- This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.

Connection Example

Sound Module, CD Player, MD Player, etc.

Specifications

DIGITAL STEREO MICRO MONITOR: MA-5D

STEREO MICRO MONITOR: MA-5A

Rated Power Output

10 W (5 W + 5 W)

Speaker Unit

Full-range: 7 cm / 2-13/16 inches (Magnetically-Shielded)

Frequency Range

70 Hz to 20 kHz

Nominal Input Level

Line: -10 dBu Stereo: -10 dBu

Input Impedance

18 k ohms

Controls

[R Channel]

BASS Control Knob TREBLE Control Knob VOLUME Knob POWER Switch

Indicator

Power Indicator

Connectors

[R Channel]

Front (MA-5D only):

Digital Input Connector (optical)

Rear:

Input Jack (stereo miniature phone type) Input Jacks L, R (RCA phono type) L Channel Output Jack (RCA phono type) AC Adaptor Jack

[L Channel]

Rear:

L Channel Input Jack (RCA phono type)

Enclosure

Full-range Bass-reflex type

Power Supply

DC 18 V (AC Adaptor)

Current Draw

500 mA

Dimensions

120 (W) x 143 (D) x 194 (H) mm
4-3/4 (W) x 5-11/16 (D) x 7-11/16 (H) inches

Weight

[R Channel] 1.03 kg / 2 lbs 5 oz [L Channel] 0.72 kg / 1 lbs 10 oz

Accessories

Owner's Manual Conversion Cable (stereo miniature phone type <-> RCA phono type) Speaker Cable (RCA phono type) AC adaptor

* 0 dBu = 0.775 V rms

* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.