musikelectronic geithain ME 180 User Manual

musikelectronic geithain

ME 180

Instructions for installation and use

Inhaltsverzeichnis

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Inhaltsverzeichnis

1 Introduction 3

2 System description 4

3 Basic information 5

3.1 Guidelines 5

3.2 Safety instructions 5

3.3 Unboxing 6

3.4 Delivery contents 6

3.5 Cleaning 6

3.6 Environmental conditions 6

3.7 Guarantee acknowledgements 6

4 Positioning 7

4.1 Positioning near walls 7

4.2 Acoustical adjustments 7

4.3 Stereo operation 8

4.4 Surround operation 9

5 Connecting the speakers 10

5.1 Single-wiring connection 10

5.2 Bi-wiring connection 10

6 Technical data 11

7 Acoustic measurements 12

8 Notes 13

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Introduction

1 Introduction

Dear customer,

Thank you for the trust you have put in us by buying these speakers. You decided upon a quality product that

in regard to tonal and technical characteristics complies to the utmost expectations.

The usual burn-in period is not required, because the speakers are artifi cially aged in-house.

Please read the technical description and manual to take advantage of the capabilities of these

speakers and ensure safe operation.

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System description

2 System description

The ME 180 extends Musikelectronic Geithain’s product range of passive high-end loudspeakers. The three-way

concept comprises two highly effi cient 10-inch woofer systems and a tweeter array of three vertically arranged

1-inch dome tweeters. Through this combination a sensitivity of 90 dB is achieved without wave guides. In

connection with the linearised impedance the ME 180 is also the perfect partner to tube amplifi ers. Power

compression and non-linear distortions are therefore very low, even in fortissimo passages. The directivity

index of the system has been optimised to listening distances between 3 and 6 metres, providing a natural

sound image in stereo and multi-channel operation. The bass refl ex system, designed to deliver optimal

transient fi delity, ensures a precise and dry bass reproduction down to a roll-off frequency of 35 Hz. It is

possible to close the cabinet’s vent and thereby prevent excessive increase in the bass range when positioned

near walls.

Frequently used wave guides in front of tweeter systems make directivity control easy; however they tend to

produce unavoidable colourations caused by short-time refl ections at the inner horn surface. Musikelectronic

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Geithain breaks the mould by using a tweeter array, doing without horn attachments for sound level boost.

The tweeter unit that is arranged coaxially in front of the midrange system guarantees the trademark low-

colouration rendition of music and speech and creates the sound event closeness desired by the listener.

The ME 180 is adjustable to the acoustic conditions in the listening room. Especially in modern living rooms

with longer reverberation time in the mid range the increase of the acoustic power in the presence range is

possible as well as an attenuation at 200 Hz.

Summing up all the constructive measures, the ME 180 achieves seamless sound compatibility with all other

products made in the Geithain manufacture. The highly neutral tone quality, excellent spatial performance and

depth arrangement, together with fatigue-free monitoring of even most complex sound events are typical ME

Geithain characteristics of this loudspeaker.

This loudspeaker will harmonise perfectly with your listening room due to its attractive design and the large

variety of different wood veneers or high-gloss or semi-gloss varnish surfaces.

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Basic information

3 Basic information

3.1 Guidelines

This product complies to requirements of current European and national guidelines (Elektromagnetische

Verträglichkeit 89/336/EWG).

Products built by us belong to B2C-class of the WEEE guidelines and must not be

disposed with domestic waste.

3.2 Safety instructions

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Like using any other electrical device you should observe the following operation guidelines, safety instructions

and warning signs to ensure optimum functionality and safety of operation!

X Read these instructions carefully.

X Keep these instructions.

X Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing cover may expose you to dangerous

voltage or other hazards.

X Do not install the device near any heat sources.

X Do not expose the device to direct sun radiation.

X Do not install the device in rooms with high humidity.

X Do not try to insert anything into device openings.

X The device shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects fi lled with liquids shall be placed

on the device.

X There is risk of electric shock when the device is open.

X Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.

X Clean only with dry or slightly moistened cloth.

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