MSE-218 User Manual v1.0 February 2013 EM Acoustics Loudspeakers Building 74, Dunsfold Park Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8TB, UK Phone +44 (0) 1483 266520 Fax +44 (0) 1483 275619 www.emacoustics.co.
Page 2 of 11 Contents Declaration of Conformity Page 3 1.0 - Introduction Page 4 2.0 – The MSE-218 Subwoofer Page 5 3.0 – Cabling and Amplifier Selection 3.1 – Cabling Page 6 Page 6 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Page Page Page Page Page – – – – – MSE-218 subwoofers in use System Overview Stacking Cardioid Arrays Mounting fullrange products 14 14 14 14 14 5.
Page 3 of 11 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The product contained within this manual conform to the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC, and to the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC amended by 93/68/EEC. Products Covered: MSE-218 EMC Emission EN55103-1:19961 Immunity EN55103-2:19962 Electrical Safety EN60065:2002 Notes: 1.This device may not cause harmful interference. 2.
Page 4 of 11 1.0 - Introduction Thank you for purchasing the MSE-218 high-power subwoofer from EM Acoustics. The MSE-218 has been designed and rigorously tested to give you the utmost in sonic performance and many years of reliable, trouble-free operation. Please take the time to read this user manual thoroughly to ensure you get the best performance from your system and to ensure you set it up correctly and safely.
Page 5 of 11 2.0 – The MSE-218 Subwoofer The MSE-218 is a high-power subwoofer system, designed to fulfil the most demanding applications where scalability and single-enclosure use are as important as sonic performance. The MSE-218 has been developed to answer a call from customers who don’t always have the physical space available to use MSE-118 Quake subwoofers in significant numbers, yet still require impressive SPL and frequency response.
Page 6 of 11 3.0 - Cabling and Amplifier Selection The MSE-218 subwoofer is designed to be used with professional power amplifiers providing the following power outputs: MSE-218 4000W/channel into two ohms A small power amplifier working too hard is more likely to damage a loudspeaker than a large power amplifier working within its operating range! It is good practice to use an amplifier equal to the program power rating of the loudspeaker – so as to retain sufficient headroom and good dynamic range.
Page 7 of 11 4.0 – MSE-218 subwoofers in use 4.1 - System Overview MSE-218 subwoofers can be used either in landscape or portrait format, depending on space requirements. Landscape format is recommended as the touring skids on the underneath will protect the cabinet finish, and the stacking recesses can be used to add extra stability when stacking multiple units. 4.
Page 8 of 11 5.0 - Servicing Information Your EM Acoustics loudspeakers have been rigorously tested before they leave our factory, to ensure that they give you a lifetime of flawless operation. Should any of your drive units fail and need replacing, please follow the guidelines below. MSE-218: Low Frequency Drive Unit 1. Using a PZ2 Pozidrive screwdriver, undo the screws securing the front grille in place. Gently remove the grille from the front of the enclosure. 2.
Page 9 of 11 Appendix A – Technical Specifications MSE-218 high-power reflex subwoofer ENCLOSURE TYPE: DIMENSIONS (HxWxD): NET/SHIPPING WEIGHT: FREQUENCY RESPONSE1: SENSITIVITY2: DISPERSION3: DRIVE UNITS: POWER HANDLING: MAXIMUM SPL4: NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: CROSSOVER: CONNECTORS: ENCLOSURE: ENCLOSURE HARDWARE: GRILLE: OPTIONS: ACCESSORIES: SPARE PARTS: dual drive unit bass reflex subwoofer 550 (21.7) x 1300 (51.2) x 850 (33.5) mm/(ins) 104/107kg (228.8/235.
Page 10 of 11 Appendix B – Accessories & Spare Parts List 01A022 01C019 04A024 10E217 DU-1802 RK-1802 RG-218 TC-218 18” neodymium LF drive unit, 4 ohms 4 ohm recone kit for DU-1802 Replacement steel grille Padded transit cover for MSE-218 MSE-218 User Manual v1.
Page 11 of 11 Appendix C – Warranty Information Limited Warranty This EM Acoustics loudspeaker product is warranted to the original end-user purchaser and all subsequent owners for a period of three years from the original date of purchase. Warranty Coverage This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. It does not include: Damage or failure caused by accident, misuse, neglect, abuse or modification by any person other than an authorised EM Acoustics representative.
