musikelectronic geithain ME100 User manual

ME 100
ME 100C
Instructions for installation and use
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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 Stereo operation 7
4.3 Surround operation 8
4.4 Alignment of the center speaker ME100C 9
5 Connecting the speakers 10
6 Technical data 11
7 Acoustic measurements 12
8 Notes 13

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Introduction
1Introduction
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 arti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
Musikelectronic Geithain’s product range of passive home loudspeakers allows integrating the unique sound
image of our active loudspeakers into an existing hi- concept. The experience from three decades of loudspeaker
making has been incorporated into the development and manufacturing of this product line, applying well-
proven and consequently rened technologies such as our
MCDS Coax (Minimum Colouration Directivity
Steering Coax)
. Top-level quality is guaranteed due to complete fabrication in our Saxon manufacture.
The 6.5-inch woofer system and the 1-inch tweeter system of the ME100 passive 2-way coaxial loudspeaker
are integrated into a vented cabinet and feature excellent linearity. Its mid-treble range qualities are highly
independent of room characteristics, which contributes to uncomplicated spatial positioning of the loudspeaker.
The particular radiation characteristics allow a well-balanced listening experience for a basis width between
1.50 metres and 3 metres.
The ME 100 performs very well as front and eect loudspeaker in surround systems. As a center speaker the
ME 100C was designed, which is better integrable due to its lesser height. In addition the speaker is inclinable
up to 15° to the top with the height-adjustable feet at the cabinet bottom. Therefore a perfect alignment to
the listening position is possible. The center speaker doesn’t fall behind the ME 100 regarding acoustical and
technical performance. In connection with a suitable AV receiver, the surround system can be complemented
with our BASIS models.
Optionally, a stand in matching veneer or colour with integrated cable duct is available.
The general concept of the passive 2-way coaxial loudspeakers ME 100 and ME 100C oers a high sound
compatibility to the RL model range of active loudspeakers and convinces with its phenomenal spatial imaging
and neutrality. Moreover, the monitors stand out due to their well-balanced and low-distortion sound image
and their high dynamic qualities.

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Basic information
3 Basic information
3.1 Guidelines
This product complies with 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
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!
;Read these instructions carefully.
;Keep these instructions.
;Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing cover may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards.
;Do not install the device near any heat sources.
;Do not expose the device to direct sun radiation.
;Do not install the device in rooms with high humidity.
;Do not try to insert anything into device openings.
;The device shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects lled with liquids shall be placed
on the device.
;There is risk of electric shock when the device is open.
;Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
;Clean only with dry or slightly moistened cloth.

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Basic information
3.3 Unboxing
The speakers are shipped in proper condition. Unpack the speaker carefully and check for visible damages. In
case of damages report them to your retailer. Keep the packaging, in case the speaker has to be transported
in the future.
3.4 Delivery contents
;Speaker
;Technical description and user manual
3.5 Cleaning
The speaker is made of real wood veneer and be nurtured in the same way as furnishings. We advice quality
wax polish to ensure durability of the veneer. Surfaces can also be cleaned with tidy, slightly damped, fuzz-
free, smooth cloth.
3.6 Environmental conditions
Ensure the following environmental conditions in your listening room:
;Operating temperature + 15°C ... + 35°C
;Storage temperature range - 25°C ... + 45°C
;Relative humidity 45 % ... 75 %
3.7 Guarantee acknowledgements
Opening the device by unauthorized personnel leads to all claims under guarantee expire. In case of destruction
by overload, misuse or outside inuences there are no claims under guarantee.

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Positioning
4Positioning
Our speakers do not impose special requirements neither in stereo nor in multichannel set-ups. Nonetheless
speaker positioning has inuence on listening impression because every room is individually designed and
furnished. The following advices are just guidelines that ease proper positioning. In addition we oer a
measurement service to take advantage of the capabilities of your listening environment.
4.1 Positioning near walls
When speakers are installed near walls sound quality is physically aected.
Every customary speaker behaves as a punctual sonic source in the
low frequency range, with sonic waves spherical radiated without any
constructional measures. Back wall reections are unavoidable.
For optimum listening experience a minimum distance of 50 cm (20ʺ) to
walls and furniture should be ensured. Avoid corner installations because
unwanted bass accentuation could arise.
b ≥ 0.5 m (20ʺ)
4.2 Stereo operation
The optimum position of the speakers in your listening
environment is the so-called stereo triangle (see
gure). The base distance between the speakers and
the distance to the hearing zone form an equilateral
triangle (stereo triangle). A distance less or more than
distance a should be avoided. For precise, spacial
reproduction turn the speakers inside, directed to the
hearing zone.
60°
Hörzone
a
a
a
a = 1.5 ... 3m (5 ... 10 ft)
b
b

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Positioning
4.3 Surround operation
In surround operation the stereo triangle (see Stereo operation) is extended to a circle. The hearing zone is
the centre of this circle. Position all speakers in the same distance to the hearing zone. The centre speaker is
positioned in the middle between both front speakers. Pay attention to positioning the front and rear speakers
horizontally along one plane. The angle between centre and rear speakers should be about 110° - 120°.
In case installation in the prescribed way is not possible in your listening room most decoding devices allow
adjustments of single speakers.
a = 1.5 ... 3m (5 ... 10 ft)
Hörzone
aa
a
a
a
110° ... 120° 60°

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Positioning
4.4 Alignment of the center speaker ME100C
In order to allow a perfect alignment of the center speaker ME 100C to the listening position, three height-
adjustable feet, consisting of an M8 or M10 threaded bolt and a support surface supported in the ball joint, are
located in the housing bottom of the loudspeaker. The design ensures that the feet of the feet are always ush
with the ground at every adjustable tilt angle. The M10 threaded bolt of the front foot has a ejection length of
65 mm (2.6ʺ) and therefore a maximum inclination angle of 15° upwards is possible. Twist the two rear legs,
with M8 threaded bolts and having a screw-in length of 15 mm (0.6ʺ), out of the bottom of the enclosure only
so that the support surface of both feet can move freely in the ball joint. As a result, these supporting surfaces
can also assume the set tilt angle.
When aligning the ME 100C, pay attention to the maximum ejection length of the heigh-adjustable feet as they
can be completely screwed out of the enclosure (see the next gure).
Do not operate the center speaker without the preassembled height-adjustable feet, otherwise air escapes
through the threaded holes, aecting the reproduction qualtiy.
When setting up the center speaker, make sure that there is at least 5 cm (2ʺ) space above the loudspeaker.
max. 65 mm
max. 15 mm
15°

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Connecting the speakers
5 Connecting the speakers
Our passive speakers are no dicult load to common ampliers. A amplier power of 50 … 500 W at 4 Ω is
suggested. Due to the linearized impedance the operation with tube ampliers is possible without diculties.
Your authorised ME Geithain dealer will gladly provide you with professional advice.
When connecting the speakers to an integrated amplier or a power stage check the connection for the
right polarity. The gold-plated screwed joints of the terminal are labelled with + and a -. Both mustn’t be
interchanged.

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Technical data
6 Technical data
General passive high-end-compact-loudspeaker for listening distances
between 1.5 m (1.5 ft) and 3 m (10ft)
Principle of construction coaxial 2-way-system in vented box
Maximum SPL 111 dB peak / r = 1 m (3.3 ft)
Sensitivity 85 dB
Bandwidth 50 Hz ... 20 kHz ± 3 dB / 4 pi
Directivity index
from 100Hz ... 10 kHz increasing from 1dB to 8 dB
Total harmonic distortion
measured at 93dB / r = 1 m (3.3 ft)
from 100Hz ... 10 kHz ≤ - 40 dB
Electronic crossover frequency 2.5 kHz
Impedance 4 Ω
Nominal power capacity 100 W
Maximum power capacity 150 W
Recommended amplier power 80 W ... 150 W
Loudspeaker systems
Woofer
Tweeter
160 mm (6.5’’) cone
25 mm (1’’) dome
Input connector gold-plated binding posts
Dimensions (H x W x D)
ME 100
ME 100C
ME 100 with pedestal
398 x 254 x 345 mm (15.7ʺ x 10ʺ x 13.6ʺ)
254 x 398 x 345 mm (10ʺ x 15.7ʺ x 13.6ʺ)
1109 x 275 x 365 mm (43.7ʺ x 10.8ʺ x 14.4ʺ)
Weight
ME 100
ME 100C
ME 100 with pedestal
12 kg (26.4 lbs)
12 kg (26.4 lbs)
18 kg (39.6 lbs)
Design of the Cabinet
ME 100
ME 100C
MDF-wood in ash black veneered
optional dierent veneers or colours
optionally with holding device available
with heigth-adjustable feet at the cabinet bottom

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Acoustic measurements
7 Acoustic measurements
All acoustic measurements are carried out under anechoic conditions with 1m (3.3 ft) distance.
20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k
90
85
80
75
70
65
[dB]
[Hz]
FREE FIELD FREQUENCY RESPONSE
2
1
0
[%]
K2 K3
[Hz]
80 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTIONS PA= 93 dB
0° 45°h

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Notes
8Notes

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STUDIO MONITORING - HIGHEND LOUDSPEAKER - SOUND REINFORCEMENT
SYSTEMS SYSTEMS
Nikolaistraße 7
04643 Geithain / Germany
Tel: [phone]
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E-Mail: [email protected]
www.me-geithain.de