MISSION M-CUBE SATELLITE User Manual

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CONTENTS / SOMMAIRE / INHALT / CONTENIDO

Precauciones 26
Introducción 27
Instrucciones de uso 28 - 31
Mantenimiento, asistencia técnica y

detección de problemas 32
Datos técnicos 33

Vorsichtshinweise 18
Einleitung 19
Montage und Einstellung 20 - 23
Pflege, Wartung und Fehlersuche 24
Technische Daten 25

Cautions 2
Introduction 3
User instructions 4 - 7
Care, service, and troubleshooting 8
Technical specifications 9

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Précautions 10
Introduction 11
Notice d'utilisation 12 - 15
Soins, entretien et dépannage 16
Spécifications techniques 17

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Warning: If using spikes make sure that they do not pierce
mains cables etc. under/above the carpet.

When making any connections, switch your amplifier off.

When you switch on your system or change sources, set
the volume control at minimum and turn the level up
gradually.

Do not use your amplifier at full volume.

Avoid extreme settings of tone controls or graphic
equalisers. Ideally, they should be set ‘flat’ or, if possible,
bypassed. Ensure that all loudspeakers in the system are
correctly wired and are in phase.

Do not place objects on top of loudspeakers.

Do not subject your loudspeakers to excessive cold, heat,
humidity or sunlight.

Do not connect your loudspeakers to the mains supply,
except for subwoofers.

Do not attempt to dismantle the loudspeaker. There are no
user serviceable parts inside and you will render the
warranty void.

Position hi-fi electronics away from the loudspeakers on a
rigid stand or cabinet.

Loudspeakers should not share the same shelf or cabinet
as other hi-fi electronics.

Use only the stand or bracket specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

Retain all packaging materials so that your loudspeaker
can be repacked and shipped without damage.

The apparatus must not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
should be placed on the apparatus.

Some manufacturers forbid the placing of objects on top of
their TV sets. Check your TV handbook before installing the
centre speaker directly on your TV set. Consult your TV
dealer if you are in any doubt.

When an amplifier is driven beyond its power output
capabilities it will produce distortion which will quickly
damage your speakers by overheating. Make sure that
your amplifier is not left unattended when playing, for
example at parties, and turn the volume control down at
the first sign of audible distortion.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH

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WARRANTY CONDITIONS

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

5 x M-Cube satellite speakers
1 x M-Cube active subwoofer
3 x extra packs of M-Cube wraps
2 x 16m speaker cable
3 x 7m speaker cable
1 x power supply cable
1 x umbilical cable
2 x instruction manuals
1 x warranty card

Accessory carton including:
3 x wall brackets
3 x wall bracket connectors
4 x subwoofer feet
4 x subwoofer pads
4 x subwoofer spikes
3 x m6 screws
2 x Allen Keys

Congratulations on your purchase

Your Mission M-Cube satellites are the most stylish way to fill your
room with the exciting sound available today from modern formats
such as DVD and CD. By using NXT®technology, the M-Cube
satellites work together with room acoustics to allow you complete
freedom to place them anywhere that suits your room décor.

UNPACKING

Carefully unpack each item from the box.
Retain all packing materials so that the product can be repacked and shipped without damage.

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The warranty card enclosed should be
completed and returned to Mission or its
Distributor within 8 days of purchase.

No Dealer or Distributor may vary the terms of
this warranty which is personal to the original
purchaser and is not transferable.

Please retain the sales receipt as proof of
purchase.

Warranty claims must wherever possible be
made through the Dealer from whom the
equipment was purchased.

Equipment for attention under warranty
should be considered return carriage paid.
If equipment is found to comply with the

published specification, Mission reserves the
right to raise a charge.

The above conditions do not affect your
statutory rights as a consumer.

This wwarranty eexcludes:
Damage caused through neglect, accident,
misuse, wear and tear, or through incorrect
installation, adjustment or repair by
unauthorised personnel.
Liability for damage or loss occurring in transit
to or from the purchaser.
Consequent damage, loss or injury, arising
from or in conjunction with this equipment.
Any unauthorised servicing will result in loss of
warranty.

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Offer the mounting bracket to the wall
and mark the positions for 2
mounting points. Having selected
fixings appropriate to the mounting
surface, drill 2 holes to accommodate
the fixings.

Attach the mounting bracket
to the wall using appropriate
countersunk screws (not supplied).

Attach the wall bracket to the
mounting bracket by sliding down
vertically.

Loosen the locking mechanism screw
using the Allen key provided. Set the
pitch of the wall bracket arm as
desired, and re-tighten the locking
mechanism screw.

Mounting
the M-Cube
satellite to
the wall

STAGE 1 STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4

Screws/fixings not supplied

Attach the satellite and connector to
the wall bracket using the M6 screw
provided. Before tightening fully,
swivel the satellite to the desired
angle.

Note that the connector between the
satellite and bracket has a locating
device that will only fit one way.

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Attach the stand base to
the pole. Connect securely
by using the M3 screw
provided.

Thread the speaker cable
through the bung and then
slot the bung into the stand.

Place the satellite on the pole
and screw the stand
connector to the stand using
the 2 x M3 screws.

Pass the speaker cable
through the stand base.
Then, attach the spikes and
locking nuts to the stand
base, using the appropriate
end of the spikes for your
flooring.

Warning: Be careful. Floorstand spikes are very sharp.
When positioning the speakers avoid piercing any
electrical cables etc. under or above the carpet.

Mounting the
M-Cube satellite
to the floorstand

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5STAGE 2

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Hard floors Carpet

Screw the stand connector
into the satellite using the
long M6 screw provided.

Note that the connector
between the satellite and
bracket has a locating device
that will only fit one way.

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If your bass sounds excessively
boomy when listening to stereo
sources (eg. CD), set the subwoofer
to ‘OFF’ in your AV receiver’s speaker
setup (see troubleshooting guide for
more information).

Using the speaker cable supplied,
connect each M-Cube satellite (pic 1)
to the appropriate binding posts on
the M-Cube subwoofer (pic 2),
observing the correct polarity.

Alternatively, connect directly to your
AV receiver.

In your AV receiver’s speaker setup,
set all speakers to ‘LARGE’.

In your AV receiver’s speaker setup,
set the subwoofer to ‘ON’.

In your AV receiver’s speaker setup,
set the listening distance for each
satellite, and adjust the level of each
satellite channel to give the same
volume at the listening position. If
you are unsure, set each channel to
the same level.

Setting up
the M-Cube
satellites

STEP 1 STEP 2 NOTESTEP 3STAGE 3

pic 1

pic 2

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Unscrew the 2 x M3 screws in the
base of the satellite, using the Allen
key provided.

Remove the rubber plug from the
base of the satellite and carefully
remove the fabric wrap.

Attach the new fabric wrap to the 4
pins. The wrap has a softer side
which is designed to face outwards.

Changing
the M-Cube
wrap

Re-insert the rubber plug and screw
in the 2 x M3 screws, using the Allen
key provided.

Ensure the correct orientation of the
rubber plug as illustrated below.

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4STAGE 4

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Care,
service, and
troubleshooting

Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your
M-Cube satellites. Do not use abrasives as you
will risk damaging the finish. Refer to wrap
packaging for washing instructions.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEOVERDRIVE PROTECTION

SATELLITE CARE PRODUCT SERVICE

Should a fault occur with your loudspeaker system, please return the product in its original
packaging. Product for service should be returned to the dealer from whom the product was
purchased. If you experience difficulties or there is no Mission dealer in your area, please contact
the Mission distributor for your country, or the Main Service Centre for your country.

Your M-Cube satellites are independently
protected by overdrive detection circuitry:
If the input signal level exceeds the safe
operating threshold on a particular channel,
the satellite volume will cut significantly on that
channel. If this occurs, the receiver volume
control should be reduced to zero for
approximately 15 seconds, after which the
volume can be increased to a safer level, and
normal function will return.

Protection devices may have tripped - turn
volume down for 15 seconds.

Low sound output

Check all connections; ensure AV receiver
is set to correct input channel; ensure
volume is above zero; ensure subwoofer
power status indicator is live; ensure
source is connected and powered up.

No sound coming
from satellites

In stereo / 5-channel stereo modes, some
receivers will route bass information to the
subwoofer via the LFE channel. If so, you
should set the subwoofer to ‘OFF’ in your AV
receiver’s speaker setup when listening to
2-channel sources.

Bass sounds boomy in
2 channel (stereo) mode

Check receiver is not in stereo mode; check
all connections.

Only 2 channels are audible

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Sound Panel: 2.2 mm Hexulite sandwich

Drive Unit: 25 mm, high-power radial magnet exciter

Enclosure Type: DML in infinite baffle

Enclosure Construction: 6 mm aluminium extrusion

Enclosure Volume: 0.4 litres

Recommended Amplifier Power: 30 - 150 W per channel

Frequency Response (-6 dB): 280 Hz - 30 kHz

Dimensions: 90 x 90 x 90 mm

Weight (per satellite): 1.02 kg

Impedance: 8 Ohms compatible, min 4 Ohms

Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m): 85 dB

Magnetically Shielded: Yes

Inputs / Outputs: Multiway 4 mm binding post

Technical
specifications

SATELLITE

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