Owner's Manual: The 100x5R:10

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owner’s manual contents | 01
02 controls 21 AV processor connection

05 welcome 22 power up and switch on
06 introduction 23 remote control
08 the 2 x 80 Watt Stereo module 25 extended remote control
10 120 Watt Monobloc module 26 TAGtronic communications Bus
12 once installed in 27 software upgrades
the 100x5R:10 30 grounding and hum
16 safety first 31 running in and warming up
17 Stereo module’s 32 care and maintenance
operating modes 33 service
19 Monobloc module 34 technical data
20 power and loudspeaker
connection
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02 | controls
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
multi-channel amplifier 100x5R:10 s
6.
1 power / standby LED 4 remote control receiver window

2 five module status LEDs 5 remote control active LED
3 mute LED 6 power button
Specification shown may var y for different countries

controls | 03
The 100x5R:10 can be equipped with 120W Monobloc modules and 80W
Stereo modules, allowing the amplifier to be configured with up to 10 channels.
The configuration below shows the most frequently used version consisting of
3 Monobloc modules and 2 Stereo modules, giving in total 7 channels of amplification.
7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B
1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B
BUS
1 ➔ C power x2 1 ➔ C power x2 1 ➔ C power x2 1 ➔ C power x2 1 ➔ C power x2
IN OUT
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
Double insulated: When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.
2 2 2 2 2
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
220-240V
~ 50-60Hz
+ + + + +
Fuse; T1A L250V – A
– A
– A
– A
– A
+ + + + +
C C C C C
– – – – –
OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS

1 B 2 B 3 B 4 B 5 B
+ + + + +
– – – – –
serial
number multi-channel amplifier 100x5R:10 s made in United Kingdom
12. 13. 14. 15.
7 TAGtronic Communications Bus 13 loudspeaker terminals of channel A

8 fuse carrier (Stereo module)
9 line level inputs 1 & 2 of Stereo module 14 loudspeaker terminals of channel B
10 mode selection switch (stereo, bi-amp, bridged) (Stereo module)
11 single line level input of Monobloc module 15 loudspeaker terminals of Monobloc module
12 AC supply socket

04 | controls
This picture shows the rear panel layout of a 100x5R:10 equipped with five Stereo modules,
offering an amazing 10 channels of amplification.
1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B
1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B
BUS
1 ➔ C power x2 1 ➔ C power x2 1 ➔ C power x2 1 ➔ C power x2 1 ➔ C power x2
IN OUT
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
Double insulated: When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.
2 2 2 2 2
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
220-240V
~ 50-60Hz
+ + + + +
Fuse; T1A L250V – A
– A
– A
– A
– A
+ + + + +
C C C C C
– – – – –
OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS

1 B 2 B 3 B 4 B 5 B
+ + + + +
– – – – –
serial
number multi-channel amplifier 100x5R:10 s made in United Kingdom

welcome | 05
welcome to
TAG McLaren Audio exists with one aim in

mind: to produce the very best audio and
audio-visual equipment.
Like many people, I often have my best

Dr. Udo Zucker ideas when relaxing to a piece of music
Chief Executive Officer
TAG McLaren Audio
or watching a movie. For years, knowing
the technical capabilities of TAG McLaren,
I have nurtured the ambition to push music
and movie reproduction to the absolute
limit without compromising ease of use;
that’s why we formed TAG McLaren Audio.
TAG McLaren’s aim is sonic perfection

combined with aesthetic delight and solid
build quality – a rare combination in hi-fi
but one which this product is already
delivering.
Pushing technological
boundaries; TAG McLaren’s
F1 electronics Dr Udo Zucker

06 | introduction
Thank you for purchasing the TAG McLaren Audio
ten channel amplifier 100x5R:10

The 100x5R:10 is an advanced design, based on the highly
regarded five channel amplifier 100x5R. It has been launched in
response to requests of our customers to offer a convenient addition
of channels to expand their 5.1 systems to 7.1 channels or to allow
easier use of bi-amplification in their systems.
The 100x5R:10 can be equipped with any combination of the

powerful 120 Watt Monobloc module, used in the 100x5R, and a
new 120 Watt / channel Stereo module, providing between 2 and
10 channels of amplification.
Versions purchased with fewer than 10 channels may be upgraded

to add extra channels at a later stage.

introduction | 07
TAG McLaren provides complete solutions,

shown here are the DVD player DVD32R,
AV processor AV32R and 100x5R:10

08 | the 2 x 80 Watt Stereo module
advanced technology
The new 80 Watt / channel Stereo module

has been made possible by design
advances that first appeared in the three-
channel amplifier 250x3R, itself based on
technology developed for the remarkable
F1 monobloc amplifier F1- 600MR.
versatility
The new Stereo module offers a high degree of

flexibility, with three operating modes, conveniently
selected by a switch on the back of the module:
• a conventional two-channel mode providing 2 channels of

80 Watt each
• a bi-amplification mode in which both 80 Watt channels are

driven from one input
• a channel bridging mode that provides a single channel of

conservatively-rated 120 Watt, just like the Monobloc
module, described on page 10

the 2 x 80 Watt Stereo module | 09
key features
• self contained Stereo amplifier module, including all essential
components
• three operating modes: stereo, bi-amp & bridged
• mixed technology construction
• premium-grade audio components
• bi-polar output transistors for best linearity
• Cascode Compensation for highest stability
• exceptionally accurate quiescent stability for best sound quality
• minimal intermodulation distortion through high bandwidth
• Straight Line technology for unlimited bass performance
• Purity and fidelity through low distortion
• aluminium to prevent magnetic interaction with magnetic
stray fields

10 | 120 Watt Monobloc module
best sound quality by monobloc design
Audiophiles have known for many years that precision,

clarity, stereo image and depth can be improved by
using so-called monoblocs or single channel
amplifiers. Providing completely independent
amplification for each channel prevents
interaction between them, resulting in a cleaner
signal and hence better clarity and stereo
imaging. This is true whether dealing with two
channels or five!
The 120 Watt Monobloc module is a complete

self-contained amplifier, including its own power
transformer, bridge rectifier, energy storage
capacitors and amplification stage, requiring only
mains supply and control signals for operation.
The Monobloc module uses its own aluminium heat sink for excellent heat dissipation,
allowing each module to drive even more critical loudspeakers safely and totally
independently of any of the other modules.

120 Watt Monobloc module | 11
As a result of the Monobloc amplifier module construction, its

performance is independent of the number of channels being driven
and therefore even during the loudest passages of your favourite
movie, the sound stage remains stable, controlled and detailed.
The 120 Watt power output into 8 Ohm of the Monobloc module
is a conservative rating, as it typically delivers 150 Watt into 8
Ohm, over 200 Watt into 4 Ohm and over 400 Watt into 2 Ohm
(IHF toneburst).
key features:
• self contained monobloc design for lowest channel interaction
• high power reserves
• mixed technology construction
• premium-grade audio components
• bi-polar output transistors for best linearity
• minimal intermodulation distortion through high bandwidth
• Straight Line technology for unlimited bass performance
• Purity and fidelity through low distortion
• aluminium to prevent magnetic interaction with magnetic stray fields

12 | once installed in the 100x5R:10
best sound quality through independence

All modules in the 100x5R:10 are completely independent, ensuring that heavy demand on
one module has no effect on another with each module having its own high-efficiency
heatsink and power supply. The only feature shared is the control circuitry which allows each
module to be switched on and off individually using a micro-controller. This micro-controller is
also used to switch off the amplifier should problems be detected in a given channel.
from 2 to 10 channels
Stereo modules may be combined with
Monobloc modules, providing between
2 and 10 channels of amplification.
adding channels
The 100x5R:10 can be factory assembled
with 2 to 10 channels. Retrospective
upgrade to a higher number of channels is
possible without losing or compromising
quality. The installation is carried out at an
authorised TAG McLaren Audio service
centre, as each module is connected by
solder joints instead of using less reliable
connector constructions which often affect
sound quality.

once installed in the 100x5R:10

heading | 13
full remote control standby without regret

The 100x5R:10 offers full remote control in The control circuitry for the 100x5R:10
addition to the TAGtronic Bus for control of is powered by its own small transformer
channels / modules by AV processors. for optimum sound quality and the most
efficient energy usage in standby.
For added convenience, the full remote
control allows the user to shut down specific muting
modules, e.g. when listening to two channel Both module types include a sophisticated
stereo. The remote control also allows the muting system which prevents loud,
user to adjust the volume of TAG McLaren annoying switching noises and which
AV processors and to operate TAG McLaren protects the amplifier and loudspeakers.
DVD players.
software upgrades
TAGtronic Communications Bus The micro-controller in the 100x5R:10
The TAGtronic Communications Bus enables stores its software in re-programmable
products equipped with memory, which can be re-programmed with
this advanced updated software using a PC suitably
interface to connected via the TAGtronic Programming
transfer and Cable. Details of future upgrades will be
share published on TAG McLaren’s website
information www.tagmclaren.com
easily.
For example the
Bus allows TAG
McLaren Audio AV
processors to control the 100x5R:10
remotely. For details see later in this manual.

14 | once installed in the 100x5R:10
pure oxygen free copper loudspeaker connectors

For excellent sound quality the 100x5R:10 uses high grade gold
plated(1) oxygen free high purity copper (OFHC) loudspeaker
terminals, designed and manufactured by TAG McLaren. Very few
companies provide OFHC loudspeaker terminals due to the
difficulties in machining solid copper.
The benefits of OFHC are clearly audible: improved clarity and

transparency, even when compared to high percentage copper
alloy terminals.
The knobs of the 100x5R:10 have been manufactured from non-

conductive Pocan without a metal insert as it was found that this
gave the best sonic result as it minimises the cross section, essential
for best electro-magnetic compatibility.
The TAG McLaren loudspeaker terminal allows for spade

connection, as it is superior to all other types of loudspeaker cable
connections. Please make sure that you use a high quality
loudspeaker cable, such as our Cable AvantGarde F3-10- SPK.
1. Plating is carried out directly on the OFHC without using a nickel separator, such as is often applied, as its use would be clearly
audible as a more grainy sound. However, without this separator the copper atoms will slowly diffuse into the gold plating, making it
lose its brilliant shine and gold colour. This change of colour and shine has no affect on the sound quality, it is a purely cosmetic
affect which has been accepted by our engineers in the pursuit of the best sound quality

once installed in the 100x5R:10 | 15
made to last mounting feet

The finned centre section of the three part The outer shell of custom designed rubber
fascia is machined from a solid aluminium damping mounting feet carries a polyurethane
extrusion and is then fine-paint finished. disk which protects the surface of furniture.
The two end caps are machined, bead hardware upgrades

blasted and linished to create an even The 100x5R:10
texture which is then hard black anodised can be upgraded
or painted. in the future by
replacing amplifier
vibration damping modules, should
The cover panel is even better
stiffened by formed amplifier
ribs, then bonded technology become
with viscoelastic available.
laminate to
provide a low Q
panel which
provides rapid
absorption of
externally induced
vibrations.

16 | safety first
preparation
We know you are keen to get your 100x5R:10 up and running. This section will have you
listening as quickly as possible. The controls diagrams located on pages 2-4 of this manual
will help you find your way around your 100x5R:10(1).
safety first positioning
To prevent the risk of shock The 100x5R:10 is capable of consuming

follow these instructions over 1300 Watts of electrical power during
carefully. If in doubt consult a demanding presentations. This results in
qualified electrician. significant heat being generated.
before you start • Please ensure that there is adequate ventilation

above and below the unit.
Make sure that all the components of your • The ventilation of the 100x5R:10 should not
system are disconnected from the mains be impeded by covering the ventilation slots
supply whenever you change any connection. with items such as newspapers, table cloths,
curtains etc.
the front panel power switch • Place the 100x5R:10 on an open flat surface.
• Do not use in a cabinet or on a soft surface
Please be aware that even when the front such as a carpet.
panel switch is in the off position, the unit is • Do not place any other piece of equipment on
still connected to the mains supply. If the unit top of the 100x5R:10.
is not to be used for some time, unplug the • Do not place naked flame sources such as
mains connector from the wall socket outlet. lighted candles on the 100x5R:10.
• Do not expose the 100x5R:10 to dripping or
splashing liquids.
1. Throughout this instruction manual, bold print indicates the • Do not place objects filled with liquids, such
lettering that you will find on the panels of your 100x5R:10
and the remote control
as vases, on or near the 100x5R:10.

Stereo module’s operating modes | 17
Stereo modules can be combined with Monobloc modules, providing between 2 and 10
channels of amplification. The next paragraph describes the operating modes of the Stereo
module. See page 19 for details on the Monobloc module.
Each Stereo module offers three different modes of operation, selected by a slide-switch on
the rear of the module:
Stereo mode bi-amplification mode
Switch position 1 -> A 2-> B Switch position 1 -> A 1-> B

In this mode, the two In this mode both channels
channels within a Stereo within a Stereo module are
1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B
module are 1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B
1 ➔ C power x2
driven from INPUT 1 - any signal
independently fed from connected to INPUT 2 will be
their two separate 1 INPUTS
ignored. The maximum power
INPUTS. The maximum 2 output with both channels driven
power output with both is 80 Watt / 8 Ohm.
+
channels driven is 80 – A +
Watt / 8 Ohm. C This mode is used to drive e.g.
–
two sections within a loud-
The signal connected to OUTPUTS speaker with separate amplifiers
B
line INPUT 1 will be + through two sets of connecting
–
available, in amplified speaker cables (-> bi-amping).
form, on the loudspeaker
connectors OUTPUTS A.
Don’t forget to remove any link
The signal connected to line INPUT 2 will between the two sections of your
be available, in amplified form, on the loudspeaker to prevent damage
loud-speaker connectors OUTPUTS B. to your amplifier!

18 | Stereo module’s operating modes
Channel Bridging mode
Switch position 1 -> C power x 2

In this mode both amplifier channels are combined to give an 1 ➔ A
1 ➔ A
2 ➔ B
1 ➔ B
amplifier of higher power - with very close performance to that of 1 ➔ C power x2
the single channel amplifier of the Monobloc module. The power

1
output of the combined amplifier is 120 Watt / 8 Ohm. INPUTS
The combined amplifier is driven from INPUT 1, any signal presented +

to the INPUT 2 is disregarded. – A +
C
–
In this mode the loudspeaker must be connected between the
OUTPUTS
OUTPUTS C + and the OUTPUTS C - terminals, as shown. B
+
–
The positive (red or +) connection to the loudspeaker goes to C +
terminal and the negative (black or -) to the C - terminal.
Changing modes
Do not change the mode with power applied or if music is playing as this can
destroy your amplifier or loudspeakers!
Do not change any connection without powering down all your components in
your system as otherwise you can destroy your amplifier, preamplifier or
loudspeakers!

Monobloc module | 19
You can install Stereo modules and Monobloc modules into the
100x5R:10, providing between 2 and 10 channels of amplification. 1 ➔ A 2 ➔ B
1 ➔ A 1 ➔ B
The previous paragraph described the three different modes 1 ➔ C power x2
available for the Stereo module. This paragraph covers the

1
Monobloc module: INPUTS
The Monobloc module offers a single channel high power mode, in +

which the signal connected to INPUT 1 is amplified and made – A +
available through loudspeaker OUTPUTS A. –
C
The Monobloc module does not contain an INPUT switch, INPUT 2 OUTPUTS
B
+
or OUTPUT B connectors. –

20 | power and loudspeaker connection
power connection
Check that the power button is out, so that the power is off when
you plug the unit in(1). Do not connect the power cable until you
have made all other connections.
loudspeaker connection
On the rear panel of the 100x5R:10 you will find up to ten pairs of
loudspeaker terminals, designed to accept high quality 8 mm spade
connectors.
Connection to a Stereo module should be done as described in the

section operating modes; connection to a Monobloc module as
described on page 19.
Only use high quality loudspeaker cables, such as our TAG

McLaren F3-10-SPK, terminated with high quality 8 mm spade
connectors.
1. The power button is a latching switch. One press will hold it in; the next will release it

AV processor connection | 21
audio-visual processor or preamplifier connection
You will require an audio-visual processor Recommended connections

(such as our AV32R) or a preamplifier (such when using a 100x5R:10 with 7 channels
as our DPA32R) to provide the signals to Most seven channel versions of the
drive the 100x5R:10. 100x5R:10 will be built as shown on
page 3, ie: Monobloc, Stereo, Monobloc,
Use good quality, screened phono-phono Stereo, Monobloc.
audio cables, such as the TAG McLaren
F3-10-ANA, to connect between the phono It is recommended that you attach the
speakers of a 7.1 configuration as follows
socket output on the processor / preamplifier
(looking at the rear panel of your
and the phono socket input on the rear panel 100x5R:10)(1):
of the 100x5R:10. Details are given in the
RIGHT FRONT SURROUND LEFT/RIGHT CENTRE BACK LEFT/RIGHT LEFT FRONT
section operating modes and Monobloc SPEAKER SPEAKERS SPEAKER SPEAKERS SPEAKER
module connections, on page 19. 1 ➔ A

1 ➔ A
2 ➔ B
1 ➔ B
1 ➔ C power x2
1 ➔ A
1 ➔ A
2 ➔ B
1 ➔ B
1 ➔ C power x2
1 ➔ A
1 ➔ A
2 ➔ B
1 ➔ B
1 ➔ C power x2
1 ➔ A
1 ➔ A
2 ➔ B
1 ➔ B
1 ➔ C power x2
1 ➔ A
1 ➔ A
2 ➔ B
1 ➔ B
1 ➔ C power x2
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
1 INPUTS
2 2 2 2 2
Ensure that the correct processor / pre- RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN
–
+
A +
–
+
A +
–
+
A +
–
+
A +
–
+
A +
amplifier output e.g. left front is connected to OUTPUTS

–
C
OUTPUTS
–
C
OUTPUTS
–
C
OUTPUTS
–
C
OUTPUTS
C
–
the 100x5R:10 module which in turn is

1 B 2 B 3 B 4 B 5 B
+ + + + +
– – – – –
connected to the left front speaker. Continue

multi-channel amplifier 100x5R:10 s made in United Kingdom
in this manner until all of the channels are This way the five
connected.
CENTRE
module status LED’s SPEAKER
LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT

will be associated SPEAKER SPEAKER
When you have completed the set-up and as follows(1) BACK SURROUND
have connected all cables between all LEFT/RIGHT

SPEAKERS
LEFT/RIGHT
SPEAKER
components, ensure that the volume control

1. This configuration will also allow the AV processor AV32R,
on the AV processor / preamplifier is set to if connected to the 100x5R:10 via TAGtronic bus, to
deactivate modules not required, e.g. Backs in 5.1
minimum before switching on.

22 | power up and switch on
After connecting your preamplifier / AV processor and your

loudspeakers connect the power cable, supplied to the
100x5R:10(1).
Press the power button in. The blue power LED will come on. The
five module(2) status indicators will flash as the amplifier modules
power up sequentially to prevent excessively high current demand
from the mains supply.
When all five modules have been activated, you should see the five
red LEDs softly illuminated, showing that all five modules have
energised. Then the amplifier is ready to play source material
through the system. Raise the volume level at your AV processor or
preamplifier slowly at first, until sound is replayed through the audio
system.
Sit back and enjoy!
1. Check that the power button is out, so that power is off when you plug in
2. Assuming you have five modules installed

remote control | 23
class leading ergonomics confirming remote reception
The 100x5R:10 is Whenever the 100x5R:10 receives valid

equipped with a infra red (IR) instructions from the remote
sophisticated micro- control it acknowledges the command by
controller to monitor flashing the remote control active LED.
and control the
AV
100x5R:10. The S TA N D B Y
100x5R:10 mute
+
channel amp
performance of this + DVD
me
lu
vo
processor, activated 1 dvd
The sound output of the complete amplifier
--- us
e
by a compact remote 2 av
pl
ay
/p
a
can be muted using the single mute amp
control, allows for 3 all
button on the remote control. This is a
p
class-leading + 4
sto
toggle action command - one press will
A V input
ergonomics, such as mute and a second will un-mute.

p
am
--- 5
mu
te
the flexibility not only

to mute the complete When muted, the 100x5R:10 merely
amplifier but also to disconnects the loudspeakers. The amplifier
have control over is still running and sound will be restored
each power amplifier module. Therefore, if instantly when the mute amp button is
you play e.g. CDs in stereo, you only need pressed again.
to switch on the left and right channels.
When the 100x5R:10 is muted, the mute
For added convenience, TAG McLaren LED, above the power button, will
Audio has integrated the main control illuminate.
functions for their AV processors and dvd
players. The complete audio-visual system
can be started, stopped or muted from the
100x5R:10 remote control.

24 | remote control
100x5R:10 standby channel standby
The 100x5R:10 is provided with a standby The 100x5R:10 allows for switching
mode which is entered when pressing the individual modules into power-saving
STANDBY amp key on the remote control. standby mode. This is beneficial e.g. when
This function will switch off the power replaying two channel stereo.
supplies of all installed amplifier modules.
The control section of the 100x5R:10 To use this function, certain buttons must
remains active to monitor the status of the be operated in combination: Pressing the
100x5R:10 and to wait for a ‘wake-up’ STANDBY amp key, followed within one
command from the remote control. second by one of the keys 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 will
toggle the associated module in and out
Pressing the STANDBY amp key on the of standby. Module 1 is installed at the left,
remote control again will ‘wake-up’ the module 5 at the right, looking at the rear
100x5R:10. It will run through the start-up panel of the 100x5R:10, etc.
procedure which takes approximately
10 seconds until the unit is finally un-muted. To switch several modules in or out of
standby together, press STANDBY amp,
All module status LEDs will extinguish and immediately followed by any sequential
the blue power / standby LED will dim combination of numbers.
(if not switched off by the AV processor
AV32R via TAGtronic Bus - for details see Modules switched into standby will
the AV32R user handbook). extinguish their associated module status
LED - only active modules are illuminated.

extended remote control | 25
Basic control of AV processor and DVD player
STANDBY av
Pressing this key switches the AV processor AV30R or AV32R
in and out of standby.
STANDBY dvd
Pressing this key switches the DVD player DVD32R or DVD32FLR AV
S TA N D B Y
in and out of standby. channel amp +

DVD
+
e
l um
1 dvd vo
STANDBY all se ---

2 av au
/p
Pressing this key will switch the amplifier, DVD player and AV pl
ay
processor in and out of standby, assuming the products are 3 all
p
sto
connected by the TAGtronic Bus. 4 +
A V input
p
am
5 --- mu
te
DVD play / pause

Pressing this key will toggle the DVD32R / DVD32FLR between play
and pause.
DVD stop
Pressing this key will stop the DVD32R / DVD32FLR, playing a disc.
AV volume + / -
Pressing these keys will increase / decrease the volume setting
of the AV30R / AV32R.
AV input + / -
Pressing these keys will step the AV30R / AV32R through all
available audio and video inputs in sequence.

26 | TAGtronic Communications Bus
The 100x5R:10 features the TAGtronic Communications Bus. This

will allow TAG McLaren Audio products to work seamlessly
together to form an effective, fully integrated system.
Remote control codes can be transferred from a TAG McLaren

AV processor or DVD player to the 100x5R:10 over the TAGtronic
Bus, allowing the 100x5R:10 to be operated out of sight. It can
therefore be mounted in a convenient unobtrusive location, as
long as it is provided with adequate ventilation.
The AV30R / AV32R can also control mute, channel switching

and mute via the TAGtronic Bus, for details see the AV processor’s
operating manual.

software upgrades | 27
One of the flexible aspects of the 100x5R:10 is that it includes a micro-controller using a
re-programmable memory, which can be re-programmed using a suitably equipped PC
connected via the TAGtronic Programming Cable (optional - not included with the
100x5R:10).
Details of future upgrades are published on www.tagmclaren.com
reprogramming the 100x5R:10
getting the goods
In order to upgrade the 100x5R:10 with the latest software you need to have the following
items:
1) A suitably equipped PC to interface with the 100x5R:10
2) The TAGtronic Programming Cable - not included with the 100x5R:10
3) The TAGtronic Upgrade Wizard Version v2.10 or later
4) The 100x5R:10 software you would like to download to your 100x5R:10
Item 2 can be purchased from your retailer or ordered from the online shopping section
of www.tagmclaren.com. Items 3 and 4 can be downloaded free of charge from
www.tagmclaren.com - just visit the ‘Club’ and click on ‘software upgrades’.
Once you have installed the TAGtronic Upgrade Wizard to your PC, download the latest
100x5R:10 software and after downloading is complete register it with the Upgrade
Wizard by double-clicking it.

30 | grounding and hum
The mains supply operates at either 50 Hz or 60 Hz, (depending

on which country you are in).
avoiding hum
Under some circumstances, you might hear audible hum in your
loudspeakers caused by so called ground loops. To reduce the
possibility of mains hum in your system, follow these steps:
1. do not link together the ground terminals, if available, of

separate audio products
2. use high quality screened interconnects, such as our

F3-10-ANA for your signal connections and keep the
signal cables close together
If you still experience hum in your system, contact your retailer.
grounding
The 100x5R:10 is double-insulated and does not

require a safety ground connection

running in and warming up | 31
TAG McLaren equipment is designed to

give optimum performance for many years.
running in
Just like a high quality car, the performance

of your 100x5R:10 will improve during the
first few hours of operation. After these few
hours, the electronic components will have
reached and settled down to near perfect
specification.
warming up
Every time you switch on your 100x5R:10,

its performance will improve as the
components reach their optimum
operating temperature.

32 | care and maintenance
fuses
There is a fuse in the power socket on the back of your 100x5R:10.

To change the fuse, unplug the power cable and carefully pull
out the fuse carrier drawer(1).
The fuse carrier contains a spare fuse; this is the first one that
you see when you open the carrier.
There are no other user-serviceable parts inside the 100x5R:10.
cleaning
In order to maintain the appearance of your 100x5R:10, you can

clean it as follows:
Before cleaning always disconnect your 100x5R:10

from the mains supply
any grease or dirt on the case may be removed with a soft, lint free
cloth moistened slightly with a mild solution of warm water and
detergent or washing up liquid. Do not use any other solutions.
Do not use any solvents or abrasives, take great care not to get any
liquid inside the case. If this happens, you should have your
100x5R:10 serviced.
1. You cannot open the fuse drawer while the plug is in the socket

34 | technical data
Monobloc module
polarity (phase) non-inverting between any input and output
input for full 1.0 V rms

rated power
gain 28.8 dB at 1 kHz
rated power output 120 Watt into 8 Ohm
150 Watt into 8 Ohm

typical power output 200 Watt into 4 Ohm
400 Watt into 2 Ohm (IHF tone burst)
input impedance 47 kOhm
signal to noise > 90 dB (relative to 0 dBW)
frequency response 0.2 Hz - 87 kHz

(-3 dB)
frequency response ± 0.05 dB

(20 Hz - 20 kHz)
total harmonic < 0.002% @ 1 kHz 100 Watt into 8 Ohm

distortion + noise < 0.05% from 20 Hz to 20 kHz @ 100 Watt into 8 Ohm

technical data | 35
Stereo module
polarity (phase) non-inverting between any input and output
input for full Stereo mode: 0.90 V rms

rated power Bi-Amplification mode: 0.90 V rms
Channel Bridging mode 1.10 V rms
gain 28.8 dB at 1 kHz
Stereo mode (both channels driven)

Bi-Amplification mode (both channels driven)
80 Watt into 8 Ohm
120 Watt into 4 Ohm
rated power 200 Watt into 2 Ohm (IHF tone burst)
output
Channel Bridging mode
160 Watt into 8 Ohm
200 Watt into 4 Ohm
240 Watt into 2 Ohm (IHF tone burst)
input impedance 47 kOhm
signal to noise > 90 dB (relative to 0 dBW)
frequency response 0.2 Hz - 150 kHz

(-3 dB)
frequency response ± 0.05 dB

(20 Hz - 20 kHz)
total harmonic < 0.002% @ 1 kHz 80 Watt into 8 Ohm

distortion + noise < 0.03% from 20Hz to 20kHz @ 80 Watt into 8 Ohm

36 | technical data
General
operating
temperature 10 - 35 °C
range
ac supply frequency 50 - 60 Hz
ac supply voltage 100 V or 110 - 120 V or 220 - 240 V

the voltage is marked on the rear of the product
power consumption less than 1400 Watt
dimensions including feet, terminals and controls

445 mm wide, 152 mm high, 352 mm deep
We reserve the right to alter design and specification without notice.
Specification may vary for different countries.

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owner’s manual contents | 01

02 controls 21 AV processor connection

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multi-channel amplifier 100x5R:10 s

1 power / standby LED 4 remote control receiver window

Specification shown may var y for different countries

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OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS

12. 13. 14. 15.

7 TAGtronic Communications Bus 13 loudspeaker terminals of channel A

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OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUTS

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TAG McLaren Audio exists with one aim in

Like many people, I often have my best

TAG McLaren’s aim is sonic perfection

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Thank you for purchasing the TAG McLaren Audio

ten channel amplifier 100x5R:10

The 100x5R:10 can be equipped with any combination of the

Versions purchased with fewer than 10 channels may be upgraded

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TAG McLaren provides complete solutions,

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08 | the 2 x 80 Watt Stereo module

The new 80 Watt / channel Stereo module

The new Stereo module offers a high degree of

• a conventional two-channel mode providing 2 channels of

• a bi-amplification mode in which both 80 Watt channels are

• a channel bridging mode that provides a single channel of

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the 2 x 80 Watt Stereo module | 09

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10 | 120 Watt Monobloc module

best sound quality by monobloc design

Audiophiles have known for many years that precision,

The 120 Watt Monobloc module is a complete

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120 Watt Monobloc module | 11

As a result of the Monobloc amplifier module construction, its

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12 | once installed in the 100x5R:10

best sound quality through independence

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once installed in the 100x5R:10

full remote control standby without regret

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14 | once installed in the 100x5R:10

pure oxygen free copper loudspeaker connectors

The benefits of OFHC are clearly audible: improved clarity and

The knobs of the 100x5R:10 have been manufactured from non-

The TAG McLaren loudspeaker terminal allows for spade

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made to last mounting feet

The two end caps are machined, bead hardware upgrades

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safety first positioning

To prevent the risk of shock The 100x5R:10 is capable of consuming

before you start • Please ensure that there is adequate ventilation

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