M&S Systems MNCXS, MNCXB, MNCXSB, MNCXSM Owner's Manual

Models

MNCX/MNCXB – Mini-Cube Speakers

MNCXS/MNCXSB/MNCXSM – Home Theater Package

MNCX/MNCXS

Owners Manual

Platinum Series

Mini-Cube Speakers

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Thank you for purchasing M&S Systems Home Audio

products. Your M&S Platinum Series speakers will bring you

years of listening enjoyment. The MNCX and MNCXS

products offer the finest quality compact home theater and

delivers superior performance at an affordable price. In

addition, their compact size and elegant style discreetly

blends with any décor and lifestyle.

Key Features

90 swivel speaker allows for full area coverage

A complete frequency range when a subwoofer is added

3/8” MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) which drastically

reduces resonance

Magnetic shield in cubes and center channel to prevent

unwanted TV interference

Same speaker type used in cubes and center channels

for best acoustic matching

Ceiling or wall mount for maximum versatility (for the

Mini-cube speakers only)

Mounting brackets included

Introduction

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MNCX Mini-Cube Speaker

Contains one pair of speakers, available
in white (MNCX) or black (MNCXB).
MNCX units have dual 3” speakers with
paper cones and rubber surround.

Mini-Cube Specifications

Frequency Response 150Hz to 20kHz
Maximum Power Rating 100 Watts
Continuous Power Rating 50 Watts RMS
Impedance 8 ohms
Height 8 ¾”
Width 4”
Depth 4”
Weight 3.6 lbs.

MNCXS Home Theater Package

Contains two pairs of speakers, available
in white, black, or one pair of each color,
a center channel (available in black only)
and a subwoofer (available in black only).
The center channel has dual 3” speakers
with paper cones with rubber surround.

Center Channel Specifications

Frequency Response 150Hz to 20kHz
Maximum Power Rating 100 Watts
Continuous Power Rating 50 Watts RMS
Impedance 8 ohms
Height 4”
Width 9 ½ “
Depth 4”
Weight 3.3 lbs.

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After carefully unpacking your speakers, the carton and the

packaging material should be saved for possible use later. If

any speaker appears to be damaged, do not attempt to repair or

connect the unit to the amplifier. Repack the speaker and notify

your distributor or M&S Systems for replacement or repair.

You can contact the M&S Customer Service team at 1-800-421-

1587.

Unpacking Your Speakers

MNCXSUB Mini-Cube Speakers
with Subwoofer Package

Contains one pair of speakers,
available in white (MNCX) or black
(MNCXB) and a subwoofer (available
in black only).

Subwoofer Specifications

Frequency Response 30Hz/140Hz
Power Rating 100 Watts RMS
Crossover 40Hz/140Hz

(adjustable)
Height 15 ¾”
Width 14”
Depth 16”
Weight 33.5 lbs

Speaker Placement

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The mini-cube speakers can be mounted on the ceiling or

walls, allowing you to select the location that provides the best

sound quality in each room. When placing your speakers the

front and rear speakers should be separated by 6 to 8 feet for

good stereo separation and should not be closer than 2 feet to

any adjacent surface (wall or ceiling).

Important! Never mount the brackets to sheetrock without

some type of anchor.

The center channel is best located on top of the TV cabinet or

on a shelf above the TV and centered between the mini-cube

speakers.

Speaker Placement

Important Safety Note: Proper selection of mounting

hardware not included herein and proper assembly and

installation of brackets, including but not limited to

selection of appropriate weight bearing support and bracket

use with the specified speaker only is the exclusive

responsibility of the customer. M&S Systems disclaims any

liability for the selection of mounting hardware and/or

proper bracket installation.

Please follow the instructions below and refer to the diagram

when mounting the MNCX mini-cube speakers to your wall or

ceiling.

1. Loosen and remove the molded nut (B) by turning it

counter clockwise. Use the supplied metal bar (E) if

necessary by inserting it in one of the holes on the

molded nut

(B)

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Mounting Your Speakers

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The MNCX unit is designed with a swivel joint between the two

speakers allowing each speaker to be individually aimed. The

unit also comes with a mounting bracket for attachment to a

wall or ceiling. The bracket screws into the threaded socket on

the back of the top speaker, and may be adjusted so that the

speakers point in the desired direction.

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2. Pull the ball/shaft (C) out of the wall bracket (D).

3. Slide the molded nut (B) onto the ball/shaft (C) with

threaded opening facing the ball, and thread on the

metal nut (A) all the way onto the ball/shaft (C) with the

nut’s (A) “knurled” surface facing away from the ball.

4. Screw the ball/shaft (C) into the threaded insert on the

back of the speaker cabinet (F) until it is fully seated

against the bottom of the insert. Please refer to page 9

for information on mounting your speakers on the

ceiling.

Wall Mounting System

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5. Tighten the “knurled” nut (A) using a crescent wrench

until it is firmly seated against the back of the speaker

and has fully locked the ball/shaft (C) and the speaker

cabinet together. Please note that once the nut is

tightened, it may embed some marks on the back of

the speaker where the attachment is made. The nut

(A) will cover these marks.

6. Feed the speaker wire through hole (M) on the wall

bracket (D).

7. The safety cord (H) is provided to prevent the speaker

from falling. One of the two lower screws (I) that attach

the wall bracket (D) to the wall will need to go through

the eyelet (K) at the end of the cord before going

through the wall bracket hole. Mount the wall bracket

(D) onto a wood stud in the wall, using #10 screws that

are a minimum of 1 ¼” long. Make sure that all 4

screws are driven into the stud and not in drywall. If

the bracket needs to be mounted on drywall, the use

of properly selected and installed wall-anchors and

screws is essential. Make sure that the screw head is

at least 0.36 inches (approximately 3/8 inches) or

larger in diameter so that it can properly hold the

backup cord eyelet (K).

8. Holding the speaker cabinet (G) with both hands,

reinsert the ball portion of the ball/shaft (C) into the

wall bracket (D).

Ceiling Mounting Bracket

A special bracket must be installed prior to mounting the

MNCX speaker to the ceiling. This bracket is included with

your MNCX speaker and is in a separate package. To mount

the speakers to the ceiling follow the instructions below. A

diagram of the ceiling mounting system is shown on page 10.

1. Follow “Mounting Your Speakers” steps 1 – 3.

2. Remove the top black screw from the back of the MNCX

3. Place the ceiling bracket (N) in position on the back of the

4. Start both screws [screw (O) from the bracket kit and the

9. Hand tighten the molded nut (B) while positioning the

10. Once the orientation of the speaker is finalized, use the

11. Securely attach the other end (J) of the backup cord (H) to

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Ceiling Mounting Bracket

A special bracket must be installed prior to mounting the

MNCX speaker to the ceiling. This bracket is included with

your MNCX speaker and is in a separate package. To mount

the speakers to the ceiling follow the instructions below. A

diagram of the ceiling mounting system is shown on page 10.

1. Follow “Mounting Your Speakers” steps 1 – 3.

2. Remove the top black screw from the back of the MNCX

speaker.

3. Place the ceiling bracket (N) in position on the back of the

speaker. Please make sure to line the top screw hole on

the ceiling bracket (N) with the screw hole on the MNCX

speaker.

4. Start both screws [screw (O) from the bracket kit and the

screw you removed from the back of the speaker] but do

not tighten in place until you have completely lined up the

9. Hand tighten the molded nut (B) while positioning the

speaker for the intended orientation.

10. Once the orientation of the speaker is finalized, use the

metal bar (E) in one of the holes on the molded nut (B) and

tighten securely.

11. Securely attach the other end (J) of the backup cord (H) to

the MNCX speaker, by engaging it through the bracket

hole (L) on the back of the speaker.

Ceiling Mounting System

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5. Insert the ball/shaft assembly (C) through the hole on the

bracket (N). Then place the locking nut (P) on the

ball/shaft assembly with the “knurled” surface toward the

bracket.

6. Feed the speaker wire through hole (M) on the wall

bracket (D).

7. Follow Step 7 under “Mounting Your Speakers”.

Speaker Connections

To connect your new speakers to your stereo or home theater

system, please follow these instructions.

1. Turn off the receiver or amplifier and unplug it from the

power outlet.

2. Use a 2-conductor, 16-gauge speaker wire (M&S part

number MS16X) for best results.

Note: Remove about 2 inches of the outside jacket from both ends of

the wire then strip approximately ½ inch of the insulation from each

conductor at the speaker end. Use the recommended strip length as

specified in the amplifier/receiver installation manual for the other end

of the wire.

3. Proper connection of the speaker wire is very important

to ensure full range sound. Most amplifiers and speakers

use red (for +) and black (for -) as the polarity markings.

Using the MS16X wire makes connections easy. The red

wire should be connected to the red terminal and the

black wire to the black terminal at the speakers and the

amplifier.

Note: When using another type of wire, such as a flat ribbon, you will

need to determine how the wire denotes one lead from another. This

usually takes the form of a rib or a color stripe in the insulation.

4. Repeat these steps for connection of all speakers to the

system.

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The MNCXS system may be connected two ways depending on

the amplifier used with the system. The major difference is the

subwoofer connections.

1. An amplifier with a subwoofer output connection, usually

an RCA type connector would be the preferred

connection when used with the MNCXS subwoofer. A

shielded audio cable is required for this setup with a Y-

adapter connecting the audio cable to “Left and Right

Line Level Inputs” on the subwoofer.

2. The other option requires the front left and right speaker

cables be routed from the amplifier through the

subwoofer to the speakers. The wires from the amplifier

should be connected to the “Speaker Level Inputs” and

the cables going to the speakers should be connected to

the “Speaker Level Outputs” on the subwoofer.

IMPORTANT! Make sure there are no loose strands

of wire touching each other across the speaker or

amplifier terminals. This can create a short circuit

and damage your electronics.

Refer to the PSW112 Subwoofer Owners Manual for additional

information on setting up your subwoofer.

Plug your amplifier or receiver in, turn it on, and enjoy your new

music system.

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The MNCXS system will require setting up the front, center, and

rear speakers as recommended in your amplifier/receiver

instruction manual. The subwoofer provided with this system

allows setting of the phase, volume, crossover frequency, and

auto power control.

The phase switch is set for the best bass sound. Switch

between the 0 - 180 position until the bass is loudest. In

some applications, there may be no noticeable difference

and in this case leave the switch in the 0 position.

The frequency adjustment can be set between 40Hz and

140Hz. It is recommended that the control be set between

120Hz and 140Hz with the MNCX mini-cube speakers.

The volume control should be set to the desired bass level

for the system.

Setting Up Your System

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Service and Troubleshooting

M&S Systems is committed to producing high quality products

for the home. If you have any questions or problems with the

speaker system or the speakers are not operating properly,

contact your M&S installer or call M&S Systems at 1-800-366-

9422 and speak with one of our technical support specialists.

You may also visit our web site at www.mssystems.com

for a

frequently asked questions list that may provide you with quick

assistance with any troubleshooting or service concerns.

Warranty

M&S SYSTEMS Limited 2-Year No-Fault Product Warrant

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M&S SYSTEMS warrants for 2 years all products to be free of defects (M&S
SYSTEMS honors the 10-Year No-Fault warranty for AirVac Gold power
units). The warranty period begins from either (1) the date of “first user”
purchase of this product or (2) the first close of escrow date on a residence in
which this new product was originally installed. This warranty extends to the
original user of the product and to each subsequent owner of the product during
the term of this warranty. M&S SYSTEMS will repair or replace, at its option,
parts and materials at no charge. Parts supplied under this warranty may be new
or rebuilt at the option of M&S SYSTEMS.

If, during the limited warranty period, it appears as though this product contains
a defect, which is covered by this limited warranty, call our toll free service

number before dismantling the product (1-800-366-9422). Remember to
attain a Return Authorization Number (RAN) before returning any product
to M&S SYSTEMS. Send the product freight pre-paid and insured to our
service center for warranty repair. You will be advised on shipping

instructions when you call the toll free service number. M&S Systems will return
the repaired product freight pre-paid within the U.S.A. The installing dealer or
distributor may assist you, at your choice and expense, with returning product
for repair. Please include a brief description of the problem and a dated proof-of­purchase receipt with any product that is returned for warranty repair. ANY

PRODUCT RETURNED WITHOUT A RETURN AUTHORIZATION
NUMBER WILL BE REFUSED.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, AND OF ANY OTHER
OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITY ON THE SELLER’S PART. THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, THE VIOLATION OF APPLICABLE
BUILDING OR ELECTRICAL CODES OR THE USE OF NON­M&S/NON-AIRVAC WIRE, CABLE OR WALL HOUSINGS. THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PRODUCTS INSTALLED
IN A PRIVATE RESIDENCE.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE SELLER BE LIABLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING
IN CONNECTION WITH USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS
PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER’S LIABILITY, FOR
BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE
OR STRICT LIABILTY, EXCEED THE COST OF THE PRODUCT
COVERED HEREBY. NO PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR
US ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF
THIS PRODUCT.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential, incidental
or special damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights, which vary from state to state.

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