MQ 30P - Loudspeaker RCF - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Two-way coaxial mini-speaker
Woofer	3.5"
Tweeter	0.75" dome tweeter
Sensitivity (1W/1m)	88 dB
Frequency Response (-10 dB)	150 Hz – 20 kHz
Maximum SPL	102 dB
Max Power / RMS	24 / 12 W (bypass)
Constant Voltage Taps	70.7 V / 100 V
Impedance (bypass)	16 Ω
Crossover Frequency	5.4 kHz (high-pass filter at 150 Hz, 6 dB/oct)
Coverage Angle	120° H x 120° V
Cabinet Material	High-density polystyrene HB grade
Connector	Euroblock
Dimensions (W x H x D)	100 x 100 x 170 mm
Colors	Anthracite / White
Net Weight	1.2 kg
Installation	Wall or ceiling mount with hinged support
Safety Cable	Included (secondary safety)
Protection Rating	Not explicitly rated (avoid rain/humidity)

Frequently Asked Questions - MQ 30P RCF

How do I select the power tap on the MQ 30P?

Remove the protection cover P by unscrewing two screws V. Move the selector to your desired tap (e.g., 100V-12W, 70V-6W, etc.). Then reattach the cover securely.

Can I connect the MQ 30P directly to a 100V amplifier?

Yes, but ensure the speaker's input voltage selector is set to 100V and the total power of all speakers does not exceed the amplifier's power rating. Never use the maximum 70V tap when running 100V.

What is the impedance of the MQ 30P in bypass mode?

In bypass mode (no transformer), the impedance is 16 Ω.

How do I install the wall mounting bracket?

Fix the support to the wall with screws and plugs suitable for the wall type (max screw diameter 5 mm). Pass the cable through the bracket, connect to the speaker line, then attach the speaker to the bracket.

Is the MQ 30P suitable for outdoor use?

No, it is not weatherproof. Avoid exposure to rain, humidity, and dust unless specifically stated. Install indoors or in sheltered locations.

What is the maximum distance between amplifier and speaker?

Use cables with adequate cross-section to minimize voltage loss. For longer distances, use thicker cable (e.g., 2.5 mm² for over 50 m at 100V).

How do I connect multiple MQ 30P speakers?

Connect them in parallel across the amplifier output, maintaining correct polarity (+ to +). Ensure total power does not exceed amplifier rating.

What is the coverage angle of the MQ 30P?

The speaker has a constant directivity coverage of 120° horizontal and 120° vertical.

How do I clean the MQ 30P?

Use a dry cloth. Do not use solvents, alcohol, benzene, or other volatile substances.

Does the MQ 30P come with a safety cable?

Yes, a safety cable is provided. Fix one end to one of the four accessory screws and the other end to the speaker using the supplied screw S.

USER MANUAL MQ 30P RCF

Before connecting and using this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and keep it on hand for future reference. The manual is to be considered an integral part of this product and must accompany it when it changes ownership as a reference for correct installation and use as well as for the safety precautions.

RCF S.p.A. will not assume any responsibility for the incorrect installation and / or use of this product.

WARNING: To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, never expose this loudspeaker to rain or humidity and dust, but the case this has been expressly designed and made to get a suitable IP protection grade (indicated in the product specifications).

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. All the precautions, in particular the safety ones, must be read with special attention, as they provide important information.
2. Loudspeaker lines (amplifier outputs) can have a sufficiently high voltage (i.e. 100 V) to involve a risk of electrocution: never install or connect this loudspeaker when the line is alive.
3. Make sure all connections have been made correctly and the loudspeaker input voltage (in a constant voltage system) or its impedance is suitable for the amplifier output.
4. Protect loudspeaker lines from damage; make sure they are positioned in a way that they cannot be stepped on or crushed by objects.
5. Make sure that no objects or liquids can get into this product, as this may cause a short circuit.
6. Never attempt to carry out any operations, modifications or repairs that are not expressly described in this manual.

Contact your authorized service centre or qualified personnel should any of the following occur:

• the loudspeaker does not function (or works in an anomalous way);
• the cable has been damaged;
• objects or liquids have got into the unit;

• the loudspeaker has been damaged due to heavy impacts / fire.

• Should the loudspeaker emit any strange odours or smoke, remove it from the line after having switched the amplifier off.

• Do not connect this product to any equipment or accessories not foreseen. For suspended installation, only use the dedicated anchoring points and do not try to hang this loudspeaker by using elements that are unsuitable or not specific for this purpose.

Also check the suitability of the support surface to which the product is anchored (wall, ceiling, structure, etc.), and the components used for

IMPORTANT NOTES

WARNING

attachment (screw anchors, screws, brackets not supplied by RCF etc.), which must guarantee the security of the system / installation over time, also considering, for example, the mechanical vibrations normally generated by transducers.

1. RCF S.p.A. strongly recommends this product is only installed by professional qualified installers (or specialised firms) who can ensure a correct installation and certify it according to the regulations in force. The entire audio system must comply with the current standards and regulations regarding electrical systems.

2. There are numerous mechanical and electrical factors to be considered when installing a professional audio system (in addition to those which are strictly acoustic, such as sound pressure, angles of coverage, frequency response, etc.).

11. HEARING LOSS

Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss. The acoustic pressure level that leads to hearing loss is different from person to person and depends on the duration of exposure. To prevent potentially dangerous exposure to high levels of acoustic pressure, anyone who is exposed to these levels should use adequate protection devices. When a transducer capable of producing high sound levels is being used, it is therefore necessary to wear ear plugs or protective earphones.

See the technical specifications in the instruction manual for the maximum sound pressure the loudspeaker is capable of producing.

1. To ensure a correct musical reproduction, loudspeaker phase is to be respected (loudspeakers are connected respecting the amplifier polarity). This is important when loudspeakers are installed adjacent one another, for instance, in the same room.

2. To prevent inductive effects from causing hum, noise and a bad system working, loudspeaker lines should not be laid together with other electric cables (mains), microphone or line level signal cables connected to amplifier inputs.

3. The loudspeaker cable shall have wires with a suitable section (twisted, if possible, to reduce inductive effects due to surrounding electro-magnetic fields) and a sufficient electrical insulation.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

• Install this loudspeaker far from any heat source.
• Do not overload this product for extended periods of time.
• Never force the control elements (keys, knobs,etc.).
• Do not use solvents, alcohol, benzene or other volatile substances for cleaning the external parts of this product.
• If the speaker is used in particular cold places, drive it with a low signal for 5-10 minutes before using it at maximum power.

RCF S.P.A. WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR HAVING PURCHASED THIS PRODUCT, WHICH HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO GUARANTEE RELIABILITY AND HIGH PERFORMANCE.

INTRODUCTION

Building upon the solid tradition of the existing RCF Monitor Series Professional Loudspeaker Systems, RCF are pleased to introduce the New Monitor Q Series.

The Monitor Q Series is an additional family to add to the outstanding versatility of the RCF Monitor range of speakers. Our objectives are to provide you with an additional choice of 'cosmetically pleasing' fashion orientated compact installation speaker systems. Plus unique 'Contractor Solutions'.

The Monitor Q Series offers modern industrial design along with impeccable acoustic engineering with six installation specific models. RCF Engineers have worked to create a true combination of design and acoustics with 'installation friendly' mounting and fixing systems to please both the Sound Contractor, architect and end client. For example the MQ 50 has a truly innovative speaker fixing system which allows the contractor to wire in and terminate connections via the bracket assembly during a 'first fix' part of the installation. Then simply when the building project is complete the speaker and included termination cable is simply plugged into the pre-fixed bracket assembly.

Available in White and some models also in Anthracite Grey.

All models can be easily re painted to match any décor.

MONITOR SPEAKER FOR INSTALLATION AT CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY

The MQ 30P is an orientable two-way mini-speaker. The components are a 3" woofer and a coaxial dome tweeter that ensure a wide angle of coverage. The speaker faithfully reproduces announcements and provides a music background where included.

Combined with a subwoofer, the MQ 30P allows high quality music distribution with high output levels.

An important feature of the MQ 30P is that it provides consistent reproduction of all the frequencies involved in voice transmission and therefore, alone or in combination with a subwoofer, makes it possible to attain a high level of vocal intelligibility

The MQ 30P has been designed to adhere closely to the wall or ceiling and thus it has a limited protrusion. The built-in hinged support makes the speaker easy to install and orient in any direction.

Like the other Monitor Q products, MQ 30P installation is simple and flexible. First, the support is mounted on the wall and the connector is wired; then, when the premises is completely furnished, the installation, orientation, and connection of the mini-speaker are immediate.

To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not connect the speaker with the amplifier switched on.

Before using the speaker, carefully check that all the connections have been made correctly to make sure there are no accidental short circuits that could cause electrical sparks. The speaker can be connected to constant voltage audio lines at 70 V or 100 V or to constant impedance lines (switch positioned to 16 Ohm).

1. Move selector shown on Fig. 1 (available after removing the protection P by un-screwing the two screws V). To select the power tap, re-mount carefully protection P and tighten the screws V.
2. Connect the black conductor of the speaker to the "negative" (-) of the audio line, that leads from the amplifier terminal marked -, 0 or COM tap of the amplifier
3. Connect the other conductor of the speaker to the "positive" (+) conductor of the audio line.

VERY IMPORTANT: To PREVENT SPEAKER DAMAGE, NEVER USE THE MAXIMUM POWER AT 70 V CONDUCTOR WHEN THE SPEAKER OR THE AMPLIFIER IS SUPPLIED WITH 100 V UNES.

1. When making the connections, keep the following indications in mind (Fig. 2, constant voltage).

2. The input voltage selected on the speaker must correspond with the voltage selected on the amplifier.

3. The sum of the operating power values of all the speakers connected to the audio line must not exceed that of the amplifier.
4. To ensure correct audio reproduction, the connections should be made "in phase", where the +/- polarities of the amplifier output correspond with the +/- polarities of the speaker input.

When two speakers reproduce the same frequencies but with phase differences, these frequencies may be annulled. In sound systems, speakers are often situated in adjacent positions and the sound waves produced interact with each other. If a speaker is connected incorrectly; i.e. the polarity of the audio line conductors is inverted, the audio signals are transmitted with differences in phase and correct reproduction is therefore jeopardized.

Fig. 1

VERY IMPORTANT

Fig. 2

For connecting the speaker use cables with an adequate cross-section.

The greater the distance between the amplifier and the speaker, the larger the connection cable cross-section should be to limit the voltage loss along the line.

To prevent inductive phenomena from giving rise to humming or disturbance that jeopardize the effective operation of the audio system, the speaker cables should not be run together with electrical energy conductors, microphone cables, or low level audio lines (e.g. LINE level).

To facilitate the “in phase” connection of the speaker, use bipolar cables that have markings to

distinguish the polarity (e.g. insulation of different colours, conductors of different colours, ect.).

To minimize the inductive effects (hum) due to coupling with surrounding electrical fields, use cables with conductors braided together.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

You are recommended to install the speaker safety, checking that the fixing surface is resistant and solid enough to support the weight of the speaker, so as to prevent the risk of it falling that could put the safety of persons and structures in jeopardy.

The accessory is installed as follows (see the figure):

Using suitable plugs and screws (not provided), fix the support at the chosen point on the wall. The plugs to be used must be chosen carefully depending on the type of wall (plasterboard, hollow bricks, solid bricks, concrete, matchboard panelling, etc.).

• Insert the cable through the mounting accessory
• Connect the cable to speaker line coming from the amplifier
• Install the wall-mounting accessory by using screws with max. diameter 5 mm (not provided).
  NOTE: THERE IS A TEMPLATE FOR DRILLING AT PAGE 23.

The provided safety cable is to be fixed to one of the four accessory screws.

Anchor the other safety cable end to the loudspeaker by using the supplied screw S, as shown in the figure at page 7.

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2 Jumper for power selection

3 Insert the loudspeaker onto the wall-mounting accessory.
P

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Fix the MP30P speaker using screw F supplied.

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5 Aim the loudspeaker to get the desidered position and tighten the screw A.

SPECIFICATIONS

LOUDSPEAKER TYPE:

TRANSDUCERS:

SENSITIVITY (1W 1m):

FREQUENCY RESPONSE (-10 dB):

MAX. SPL:

MAX. POWER / RMS:

CONSTANT VOLTAGE:

IMPEDANCE:

WITH LINE TRANSFORMER:

CROSSOVER FREQUENCY:

COVERAGE ANGLE:

CABINET:

CONNECTORS:

DIMENSIONS (w x h x d):

COLOURS:

NET WEIGHT:

two-way coaxial

3.5" woofer, 0.75" dome tweeter

88 dB

150 Hz ÷ 20 kHz

102 dB

24 /12 W Bypass

70.7 / 100 V

[Bypass] 16 Ω

[100V]: 833 Ω - 12W, 1666 Ω - 6W

[70.7V]: 833 Ω - 6W, 1666 Ω - 3W

5.4 kHz - High pass filter at 150 Hz (6 dB / oct.)

120° horizontal x 120° vertical

Hi-density polystyrene HB grade

Euroblock

100 x 100 x 170 mm

anthracite / white

1.2 kg

IMPORTANTE

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SENSIBILITÀ (1W 1m):

RISPOSTA IN FREQUENZA (-10 dB):

MAX. SPL:

MAX. POTENZA / RMS:

TENSIONE COSTANTE:

IMPEDENZA:

DIMENSIONI (L x H x P):

COLORI:

PESO NETTO:

2 vie coassiale

woofer 3,5", tweeter a cupola 0,75"

88 dB

150 Hz ÷ 20 kHz

102 dB

24 /12 W Bypass

70,7 / 100 V

[Bypass] 16 Ω

[100V]: 833 Ω - 12W, 1666 Ω - 6W

[70,7V]: 833 Ω - 6W, 1666 Ω - 3W

5,4 kHz – Filtra passa-alto a 150 Hz (6 dB / ott.)

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