Apogee MPTS-1 Spec Sheet

1 Electronically-CoupledTri-amped Design Very Wide FrequencyResponse (20Hz 18kHz) Remote SwitchAccommodates Mixdownfor Film ( X Curve) orVideo/Music Signals (flat) 24 dB/Octave Linear-PhaseCrossoversAPPLICATIONSuScree ning Rooms (Film & Video)uDubbing StagesuSmall CinemasuAudio/Visual & Multi-ImageuBoardroomsThe Apogee /THX Motion Picture Theater System One ( MPTS-1 ),designed by the THX division of LucasArts Entertainment, is licensedby THX for post production facilities, dubbing stages, film and videoscreening rooms and small cinemas. Manufactured by Apogee Soundto exacting standards, the MPTS-1 represents the state-of-the-art infilm and video sound systems.

2 Facilities incorporating the MPTS-1system may also qualify for THX certification pending review of therooms acoustic a sophisticated twelve output processor, the tri-ampedsystem is accurate and linear for professional use while capable ofbreathtaking realism and dramatic impact for an unparalleled enter-tainment of three main channels (left-center-right), an extendedrange subwoofer and four surround loudspeakers, the system can beinstalled with only 18" of available depth behind the screen (an impor-tant consideration for maximum utilization of available space).

3 Eachof the three main channels consists of two enclosures; one housingthe woofer and one for the mid-range and high-frequency compo-nents. This design, which incorporates an adjustable bracket withprecise pan and tilt of the mid-high enclosure, simplifies installationand insures proper placement of the mid-high enclosures for bestlocalization and uniform coverage of the listening environment. Thesystem is designed for flush mounting in a 2- boundary remote selection of the industry standard ISO 2969 X curve for film mixing, high frequency compensation for screen loss(individually selectable for each of the three main channels).

4 And anexceptionally well engineered high fidelity signal path with the highestquality components, the MPTS-1 processor provides crossovers, timedomain alignment and equalization perfectly matched to the loud-speaker PICTURETHEATER SYSTEMMPTS-1 PROCESSORMPTS-1 PROCESSOR FRONT VIEWINPUTS 10k ohm differentialOUTPUTS10 ohm single endedHUM AND NOISEB etter than -90 dBV DYNAMIC RANGE110 dB LINE VOLTAGES witchable 100, 125, 220, 240 VAC, 50/60 HzDIMENSIONS19" (483 mm) wide by " (45 mm) high (1 EIU rack space) " (299 mm) deep WEIGHT12 lbs. ( kg) MPTS-1 PROCESSORMPTS-1 LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEMLIMITED WARRANTYA pogee Sound Inc.

5 Products, when sold domestically, are guaranteed for a period ofone year from the date of the original purchase against malfunctions due to defects inmaterials and workmanship. If such a malfunction occurs, the product will be repairedor replaced at our option, without charge, if delivered prepaid to the factory. Productwill be returned prepaid via ground transport. Please see Engineering Data Sheet forother terms and detailed technical information refer to theMPTS-1 Engineering Data is a registered trademark of LucasArts Entertainment Company Apogee Sound Inc.

6 1/93 42-01101 Measured at rated MAX POWER HANDLING2 EIA Standard RS-426A, eight hours36 dB down pointsSpecifications subject to change without notice1280 S. McDowell Avenue, Petaluma, CA 94954 USAtel. (707) 778-8887 fax (707) SYSTEM CONTROLThe advanced technology of the Apogee /THX MPTS-1processor enables the loudspeakers to perform withimproved linearity, lower distortion and wider responsethan is possible with conventional loudspeaker MPTS-1 processor is a single rack-space unitdesigned to meet the requirements of permanent sys-tem installers and operators.

7 It includes active equal-ization with both cinema and video EQ circuits, screenloss compensation, time and frequency domain correc-tion and 4th order frequency dividing networks. Eachchannel is tri-amped sharing a common subwoofer out-put, and a precision front end utilizing factory matchedcomponents for high Common Mode CERTIFICATIONTHX offers a certification program for your room or the-ater that will allow the use of the THX trademark inadvertising and THX trailers on screen. Each THXfacility must be licensed, tested and certified byLucasArts Entertainment Company, a subsidiary ofLucasfilm Ltd.

8 The MPTS-1 system, if it is to be used ina THX certified room, must be installed utilizing certaincriteria, preferably well before construction. For a com-plete list of THX certification program requirements,please contact Apogee Sound, include: Cables, TYPESHorn loaded tweeter, direct radiator mid-range, optimally vented bass, optimally vented subwooferFORMATQuad-amped, electronically-coupledDRIVER COMPLEMENTS-1 SUBWOOFER Dual Apogee DD1202, 12" (300 mm) coneNominal Impedance8 ohms each driverL-1 WOOFEROne Per Screen Channel: One Apogee DD1202, 12" (300 mm) cone - Nominal Impedance8 ohmsMH-1 Mid/High Cabinet One per Screen Channel.

9 Mid Frequency Dual Apogee CD103, 5" (125mm) cone Nominal Impedance8 ohms each driverHigh Frequency Apogee CD201, 2" (50 mm) compression driver Nominal Impedance8 ohmsSurround CabinetsMinimum four per systemFREQUENCY RESPONSE20 Hz - 18 kHz 3 dB, 1 meter on axisSOUND PRESSURE LEVEL1118 dB continuous, 124 dB peak @ 1 meterMAX POWER HANDLING2(S-1/L-1/MH-1, Mid/High)400/120/80/70 watts continuous(S-1/L-1/MH-1, Mid/High)1600/480/240/280 watts peak DISPERSION3 Horizontal 60 degrees, Vertical 40 degreesINPUT CONNECTORSGas-tight barrier strip RIGGING HARDWAREMH-1 12 gauge steel nutplates on either side backed with steel reinforcing brackets accepts 3 8 - 16 threaded fastenerDIMENSIONSS-1 31" (787 mm) wide by 22" (559 mm) high by 16" (406 mm) deep - " (419 mm) wide by " (572 mm) high by 15" (381 mm) deep - MH-111" (279 mm) wide by " (622 mm) high by 15" (381 mm) deepWEIGHTS-1 70lbs.

10 ( ) L-140lbs. ( ) MH-1 60lbs. ( )The MPTS-1 processor is designed for use in cinema applications, wherethe signal is derived from a cinema processor or video transfer applicationswhere the front-end device is a surround sound PROCESSOR BACK VIEW