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Mistral MM-4 Instruction Manual

Mistral MM-4 Instruction Manual

Vacuum tube amplifier

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MM-4
Vacuum Tube Amplifier
Instruction Manual

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Summary of Contents for Mistral MM-4

  • Page 1 MM-4 Vacuum Tube Amplifier Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 Mistral MM-4 Vacuum Tube Amplifier. Please read it carefully before you start using the unit. The Mistral MM-4 is a high quality Vacuum Tube Amplifier for use in Hi Fi system applications. It can be used as a ‘straight through’ integrated amplifier for use with a single source, or it can be used as a power amplifier with a separate pre amplifier.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Instructions System Setup System Operation Troubleshooting Maintenance Technical Specification...
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions IMPORTANT Please read this manual before operating your Mistral amplifier. Observe the Safety Instructions to avoid electrical shocks or equipment failure due to improper installation. Please retain these instructions in a safe place for future reference. A triangle with a lightning symbol indicates “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions gas fires, naked flames or candles. Ensure that the unit is placed on a clean, dry and flat surface before operation. Do not drop the unit, apply excessive force to the controls or place heavy objects on top of the unit. Do not allow excessive levels of dust to gather on the amplifier.
  • Page 6 Safety Instructions Always turn OFF the power switches when connecting or disconnecting from mains power. It is recommended that you disconnect the power supply from the mains when the unit is in a protracted period of non-use (holidays, etc) and during initial setup. Refer to the owner's manual of each component that is connected to this unit.
  • Page 7: System Setup

    System Set-Up System Connection The Mistral MM-4 is a hybrid tube / transistor amplifier which can be used as a power amplifier or as a ‘straight through’ integrated amplifier. The source or pre amplifier inputs are at the rear. Please connect the system according to the diagram below: Power On/Off Switch: This turns the amplifier on or off.
  • Page 8 System Set-Up Speaker Connection: Before connecting your speakers to or from this unit, ensure that the unit is switched OFF. Connect your left and right speakers using the left/right binding posts. Polarity is important. Connect “+” to red, and “-“ to black binding post. Connect your speakers to the binding post with correct impedance to achieve best results.
  • Page 9: System Operation

    System Operation With the system correctly connected, you are ready to enjoy your music with this high quality tube amplifier. On/Off The ON/OFF switch is on the back panel of the amplifier. When switched On, the filaments of the vacuum tubes will light up. Wait a few minutes for the vacuum tubes to fully warm up.
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the Problem column, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorised dealer or service centre for help.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Maintenance  Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of the MM-4.  Use dry cloth to hold the vacuum tube when plugging and unplugging the tubes.  Avoid touching the tubes when the MM-4 is operating. This will leave finger prints on the tubes and potentially decrease its life.
  • Page 12: Technical Specification

    Technical Specification Power Output 40W x 2 20Hz – 40kHz Frequency Response Signal-to-noise ratio >=90dB Dimensions W260 x D290 x H110 We reserve the right to change the technical data and the design of the product without notice as a result of further development.