General notes General notes This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure that they also receive this manual.
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NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. MA100...
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. full-range speaker...
Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices. MA100...
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Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug.
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If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use suffi‐ cient ear protectors. NOTICE! Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames. MA100...
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.
Outputs: One XLR socket for line out, one lockable NL4 socket (to connect a passive speaker) 10" woofer, 3" tweeter Volume control for mic and line input, 3 band EQ, clipping LED Tripod mounting thread 36 mm on the bottom Carpet covering Standby feature MA100...
Installation Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
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Use of stands When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand. MA100...
Installation 4.1 Pin assignment You can use XLR plugs with balanced or unbalanced wiring. The following will give you an overview of the various possibilities. XLR connections for signal XLR mounting sockets are used for signal inputs. An XLR mounting plug provides the line out inputs and output signal.
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Installation Unbalanced wiring: Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 NL4 mounting connection for The drawing alongside shows the pin assignment of the lockable NL4 mounting connector. speaker output MA100...
Installation 4.2 Tips on handling speakers We recommend you to set up the speakers in a way, that the sound signals can reach the audi‐ ence unobstructedly. It will often be helpful to mount the speakers on tripods. Thus, the sound will be evenly spread with maximum range throughout the audience area.
Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements MA100...
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2 STANDBY Push button to enable or disable the energy saving mode. When the box receives no signal for 60 minutes, it switches to standby mode. When it receives a signal again, it auto‐ matically switches back to normal mode.
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Control to attenuate or increase the low frequencies. Turn it clockwise / counter-clockwise to increase / decrease the lows by ± 6 dB. 10 MF Control to attenuate or increase the mid frequencies. Turn it clockwise / counter-clockwise to increase / decrease the mids by ± 6 dB. MA100...
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Connections and operating elements 11 HF Control to attenuate or increase the high frequencies. Turn it clockwise / counter-clockwise to increase / decrease the treble by ± 6 dB. 12 LINE VOL Control to adjust the volume of the line input. Turn the knob clockwise / counter-clockwise to increase / decrease the volume of the input.
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility. MA100...
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