Cabasse MC40 User Manual
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Thank you very much for choosing Cabasse speakers.
Please read carefully these instructions before setting up your speakers.
Explanation of graphical
symbols -
The lightning flash
with arrowhead sym-
bol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to
alert you to the presence of unin-
sulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of elec-
tric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert you to the presence of important ope-
rating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Instructions -
Carefully read through all the safety and ope-
rating instructions before switching on any device for the first
time.
Keep these instructions in mind -
They will be constantly
referred to through this manual.
Pay special care to warnings -
All the warning labels on
the product or warning notes in the user’s manual must be fol-
lowed.
Follow the instructions -
Follow carefully all the installation
and operation instructions.
Cleaning -
Always take off the power cord before cleaning the
device. Do not use cleaning solvent, whether liquid or air spray.
Using a soft damp cloth is recommended.
Accessories -
To avoid incidents, only use accessories express-
ly recommended by Cabasse.
Water and moisture -
The product shall not be used in
damp or wet locations, such as humid basements, next to a
bathtub, sink, swimming pool or any other similar conditions.
Carts and Stands -
The appliance should be used only with
a cart or stand that is recommended by the manu-
facturer.
> Portable cart warning
Installation on a piece of furniture and
stands -
Do not place this device on an unsteady surface, i.e. a stand,
tripod, table, shelf, etc. It may fall and cause serious injury to a
nearby child or adult.
Ventilation outlets -
The device shall not be placed in a posi-
tion that restrains the operation of its fans. Avoid installing the
device on a bed, couch, blanket or other similar surfaces that
may prevent the appropriate air flow. Do not install the device
in a confined space, such as a book shelf or other piece of furni-
ture, that could prevent sufficient air from flowing freely.
Power -
The device shall only be connected to a source of
power compliant to the one described in this manual or on rele-
vant printed labels on the product. If you are not sure of the
type of power available, please contact your reseller or the local
power company.
Power cords -
The power cords must be laid out in such a
way that they cannot be walked on, pinched, bent under other
devices. Also pay special attention to the matching of the plugs
and the connection of the cord to the device.
Lightning -
For better protection against lightning or if the
device must remain unused for long stretches of time, unplug
the power cord and antenna jack. This minimizes potential
damages due to lightning or line surges.
Overloads -
Avoid overloading the power plugs, extension
cords or power relays. This could result in fire or electric shocks.
Foreign bodies and liquids -
Avoid letting foreign mate-
rials or liquids enter the device. They could cause fire or electric
shocks. Never spill any liquid on the device.
Maintenance -
Users must never attempt to maintain the
device on their own, except for those maintenance operations
described in this manual. Any task beyond regular user mainte-
nance must be performed by qualified service operators.
Troubleshooting -
You must unplug your device from the
power supply and have it checked by a qualified technician if :
The power supply or the plug is damaged.
Foreign bodies or liquid penetrated the device.
The device was exposed to dripping or splashing.
The device does not seem to work correctly under normal
operating conditions. Only operate the controls described in
this manual. Any other operation could damage the device and
require on-site visit of a qualified technician.
The device has fallen or its housing is damaged.
The performances of the device are strongly altered.
Spare parts -
If spare parts are needed to repair the device,
make sure that the technician followed the manufacturer’s
recommendations or that the replacing parts feature the same
specifications as the original ones. Non-compliant parts can
result in multiple damages, including fire or electric shocks.
Checks -
After any servicing of the device, ask the technician
to perform appropriate testing to make sure that the device
works safely.
Exposure to high temperatures -
The device should be
kept away from heating sources, such as radiators, heaters,
amplifiers or any other similar item likely to make the operating
temperature rise excessively.
Plastic bags -
Keep them away from children to prevent any
risk of suffocation.
UNPACKING
1
After opening the top carton flaps, fold the carton flaps right
back, remove the cardboard sheet, the foam halfshells protec-
ting the speakers. Then pull out the speakers and the accesso-
ries. We suggest you to retain the packing for future use.
POSITIONING
Speakers positioning
Our speakers have been designed to function in a vertical posi-
tion. Under these conditions, the polar response is most uni-
form. The majority of our models are delivered with a set of
decoupling spikes or cones
2
, these accessories are to be scre-
wed in the inserts under the cabinets. These accessories ensure
Applicable for USA, Canada or where approved for usage
Caution ! To prevent electric shock, match wide blade plug to wide
slot, insert fully.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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