EM Acoustics MSE-218 User Manual

MSE-218 User Manual

v1.0 February 2013

EM Acoustics Loudspeakers

Building 74, Dunsfold Park

Cranleigh, Surrey

GU6 8TB, UK

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

www.emacoustics.co.uk

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Contents

Declaration of Conformity Page 3

1.0 - Introduction Page 4

2.0 – The MSE-218 Subwoofer Page 5

3.0 – Cabling and Amplifier Selection Page 6

3.1 – Cabling Page 6

4.0 – MSE-218 subwoofers in use Page 14

4.1 – System Overview Page 14

4.2 – Stacking Page 14

4.3 – Cardioid Arrays Page 14

4.4 – Mounting fullrange products Page 14

5.0 - Servicing Information Page 8

Appendix A – Technical Specifications Page 9

Appendix B – Spare Parts Page 10

Appendix C – Warranty Information Page 11

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The product contained within this manual conform to the requirements of the EMC

Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC, and to the

requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC amended by 93/68/EEC.

Products Covered:

MSE-218

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EMC Emission EN55103-1:1996

Immunity EN55103-2:1996

Electrical Safety EN60065:2002

Notes:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference.

2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

RECYCLING

This product and its packaging constitute the applicable product according to the WEEE

directive. Please ensure that at the end of the working life of this product, it is disposed of

sensibly in accordance with local and national recycling regulations. The packaging supplied

with this product is recyclable. Please retain all packaging, however if disposing of this

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packaging please ensure that you comply with local recycling regulations. These products also

all comply to the RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC.

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1.0 - Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the MSE-218 high-power subwoofer from EM Acoustics. The MSE-218 has been
designed and rigorously tested to give you the utmost in sonic performance and many years of reliable,
trouble-free operation. Please take the time to read this user manual thoroughly to ensure you get the best
performance from your system and to ensure you set it up correctly and safely. If you have any questions or
are in any doubt whatsoever about any aspect of your new system, please do not hesitate to contact us
directly or your local EM Acoustics representative.

The MSE-218 is one of the most accurate and powerful reflex subwoofers on the market today. The marriage
of the utmost in drive unit technology with a rigorously designed and constructed enclosure creates an ideal
solution to a variety of applications. MSE-218 loudspeakers can be deployed in a wide range of professional
audio applications and will deliver stunning results time after time. Added to this is the one-to-one customer
support that EM Acoustics is known for and you should be congratulated for purchasing one of the finest
loudspeaker products on the market today.

This manual contains all the information you should need on topics of set up, connection, flying & stacking and
basic service. If you feel we have missed anything, or you have a question not covered by this manual, please
visit our website www.emacoustics.co.uk and send us a message or give us a call – we’re only too happy to
help.

Unpacking

Please take care when unpacking your loudspeaker system. Once unpacked, please inspect each enclosure
thoroughly for any transit damage and in the case of any damage please notify your carrier immediately. It is
the responsibility of you, the consignee, to instigate any claim. Please retain all original packaging in case of
future re-shipment.

System Setup

Professional loudspeaker systems are potentially dangerous objects if used incorrectly. Please ensure that you
read this section fully, and contact EM Acoustics or your local dealer should you be in any doubt over correct
operation procedures.

Professional loudspeaker systems are capable of producing damage-inducing sound pressure levels, and hence
care should be taken when setting your system up, particularly when it comes to loudspeaker placement
within a venue. Damage to the ear can result from levels above 90dB under prolonged exposure.

MSE-218 User Manual

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