MAVERICK MV12 Active Speaker User Manual

: June 12, 2024
: Maverick

MAVERICK MV12 Active Speaker

Product Information

Introduction

The NEXT-audio com Speakers and their associated products are part of the MAVERICK Series, built under the quality supervision of NEXT-audio com. They are designed to meet the highest standards in audio performance.

Safety First

Ensuring your safety is a priority. Please follow all safety precautions mentioned in the user manual to avoid any potential risks while using the product.

Getting Started

The packaging contents include:

1 x Maverick MV12 Speaker
1 x IEC Power Cable
1 x User’s Guide

Multi-Position Feature

The MV12 speaker can be used in various applications thanks to its multi- position feature. It can be used as a floor-standing speaker, a stage monitor, or mounted on a straight pole or tripod.

Power Amplifier

The MV12 speaker features:

1 XLR / TRS 1/4 Combo Inputs
MIC/LINE Selector for audio mixing console, audio playback device, or electronic musical instrument
Input Signal / Peak LED (Green for Signal, Red for Peak)
Input Level adjustment
BT State LED indicating Bluetooth pairing status
BT Functions Button for Bluetooth control
AUX Input – 3.5mm audio jack
CD Player Input – RCA connector
Active Preset LED
Preset Selector Button
XLR Output
Output Limiter LED (Red for Limiting)
Power LED (Blue for ON)
Mains Power Input – IEC connector
Protection Fuse – F6.3A 250V
Power On/Off Switch

Preset List

The MV12 speaker offers the following presets:

FLAT – Speaker’s Flat Response for live performances
MUSIC – Speaker’s EQ for Music Reproduction for recorded music playback and electronic dance music applications
EXT. SUB – HPF at 80Hz – use with an external subwoofer
MONITOR – Speaker’s EQ for Stage Monitor when used as a stage monitor facing towards you
VOICE – Speaker’s EQ for Voice for speech or spoken word programs

Quick Start

To quickly get started with the MV12 speaker, follow these steps:

Connect the power cord and turn on the MV12. Both the Power and front LED will light up.
Turn all the Channel Levels counterclockwise before connecting any inputs.
Select Mic or Line via the Mic/Line switch on CH1. Connect the cable from the audio source.
Using the PRESET Selector button, select the appropriate preset for your application.
Slowly turn the Channel Level potentiometer clockwise to set the input level. If the SIGNAL/PEAK LED becomes red, reduce the level.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a NEXT-audiocom MAVERICK Series speaker. This manual will provide you with useful and important information about your active portable series element. Please devote some time reading this manual, and keep it at hand for future reference. NEXT-audiocom is concerned with your safety and well-being, so please follow all instructions and heed all warnings. Also, a better understanding of some specif-ic features of the speaker will help you to operate it to its full potential. With a continuous evolution of tech- niques and standards, NEXT-audiocom, reserves the right to change the speciÿcations of its products without early warning. For the most current data, please visit our website: www.nextaudiogroup.com

UNPACKING

NEXT-audiocom’s MAVERICK Series are built under quality supervision of NEXT- audiocom, according to the highest standards. When unpacking your element, carefully examine it for any signs of possible transit damage and inform your dealer immediately if any such damage has occurred. It is suggested that you retain the original packaging so that the cabinet can be repacked in the future if necessary. Please note that NEXT-audio com and its authorized distributors cannot accept any responsibility for damage to any returned product through the use of non-approved packaging.

MAVERICK SERIES OVERVIEW

NEXT-audiocom engineered the MAVERICK series, a portable loudspeaker series o˛ering the best perfor-mance and reliability in their class. Combining an ultra compact size, user friendly operation and a great design makes this series a great solution for musicians, DJs, basic installation and portable multi-porpose sound at a limited budget. Maverick series aims to enhance usability and versatility combining e˝ciency to a professional sound perfor- mance, featuring high quality BT® audio streaming, for background music or musical accompaniment, impres-sive SPL and an advanced DSP. A surprisingly simple handling concept lets you plug in and play straightaway. Conÿgure the system by selecting the appropriate Preset (MV12) or Tone Optimizer (MV6) and let the system do the rest. Thanks to the lightweight, and a very compact size, ABS plastic cabinet, it’s easy to carry and take just about anywhere. This series comprises two di˛erent models, MV6 (6,5”) and MV12 (12”). The Maverick MV6 is a all-in-one Battery-Powered Portable PA with BT connection, USB MP3 Player, AUX IN, MIC IN and instrument input. It comes with a remote control allowing the user to control it at distance. The rechargeable lithium- ion battery keeps you going for up to 6 hours. The multi-position feature allows the user to use it in several diferent ways: ˙oor standing, ˙oor tilted, stage monitor and pole mounted. The Maverick MV12 is a 2-way active speaker with BT connection, AUX IN, CD PLAYER IN, MIC IN and instrument input. The powerful built-in DSP disposes 5 Presets that successfully adapt the speaker for the most distinct and demanding applications (Live performance, Music Reproduction, Speech or Stage Monitor). It is also possi-ble to extend the system’s frequency range adding an external subwoofer and changing the preset according-ly. Thanks to the multi-position feature, this speaker can cover many di˛erent applications.

SAFETY FIRST

It is important that the speaker systems are used in a safe manner. Please take some time to review the follow-ing point concerning safe use of your NEXT-audiocom’s MAVERICK speaker.

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use your speaker near any sources of water, like swimming pools, lakes, water streams, exposed to rain, high humidity environments or any other source of water or moisture.
Use only a soft dry cloth to clean your speaker.
Never use your speaker too close to any heat source, such as radiators, or any other device that produces heat. Recommended temperature: 0ºC to +35ºC.
Never place your speaker in a way that prevents air ˙ow near the ampliÿer. A minimum clearance distance of 20cm should be kept between the ampliÿer and any near surface.
When pole mounted, always ensure that the ˙oor or structure where the stack will take place is even and can withstand the weight.
Do not suspend the speaker by its handles. The handles are intended to only be used for temporary transport by people.
Place cables in a way that they do not present a trip hazard.
Do not place any objects on top of the speaker, they can fall accidentally and cause injuries.
Do not attempt to move the speaker while connected.
It is advised to unplug the speaker during storms or when not in use for a long period of time.
Do not attempt to service the speaker beyond what is described in this manual. All other service or repair of this product should be carried only by qualiÿed personnel.
To prevent electric shock, do not use any extension cord, receptacle or other outlets where the blades of the connectors cannot be fully inserted.
Do not operate the unit for an extended period of time with the sound distorting.
Do not operate the unit with the “PEAK” led consistently on.

PACKAGING CONTENTS

1 x Maverick MV12
1 x IEC Power Cable
1 x User’s Guide

MULTI-POSITION FEATURE
Thanks to the multi-postion feature, the MV12 can be used in several di˛erent applications.

POWER AMPLIFIER

XLR / TRS 1/4” Combo Inputs
MIC/LINE Selector
Line is used for audio mixing console, audio playback device or electronic musical instrument
Signal / Peak LED
Green
Signal / Red
Peak
Input Level 5 – BT State LED
Quick Blink
Unpaired / Solid
Paired / Slow Blink
Playing
BT Functions Button
AUX Input
3.5mm audio jack 8
CD Player Input
RCA connector 9
Active Preset LED
Preset Selector Button
XLR Output
Output Limiter LED
Red
Limiting
Power LED
Blue
ON
Mains Power Input – IEC connector
Protection Fuse – F6.3A 250V
Power On/O˛ Switch

PRESET LIST

FLAT – Speaker’s Flat Response – is intended to be used on live performances.
MUSIC – Speaker’s EQ for Music Reproduction – is used for recorded music playback and electronic dance music applications.
EXT. SUB – HPF at 80Hz – use this setting when the speaker is playing with an external subwoofer.
MONITOR – Speaker’s EQ for Stage Monitor – must be selected when used as stage monitor facing towards you.
VOICE – Speaker’s EQ for Voice – use this preset for speech only or spoken word program.

QUICK START

Connect the power cord and turn on the MV12, both the Power and front LED will light on.
Turn all the Channel Levels counterclockwise before connecting any inputs.
Select Mic or Line via the Mic/Line switch on CH1. Connect the cable from the audio source.
Using the PRESET Selector button, select the appropriate preset to match your application.
Slowly turn the Channel Level potentiometer clockwise to set the input level. If the SIGNAL/PEAK LED becomes red, reduce the level.

BT CONNECTION

MONO:

Press and hold the BT function button for 3 seconds. Now, the speaker is looking for BT devices and the BT LED will start blinking quickly.
On your mobile device, select NEXT MV12 to initiate the pairing process.
Once the device is paired, the BT LED will turn solid blue.
Play the audio from the mobile device. The BT LED will blink slowly during audio reproduction.

TWS STEREO:

Place the two MV12 close to each other (around 1m apart), and turn on the BT on both.
Press the BT function button twice (2x) on either of the MV12, the STATUS led starts ˙ashing slowly. After both MV12 are successfully linked, the STATUS led will turn solid blue.
On your mobile device, select NEXT MV12 to initiate the pairing process.

Note: The speakers that have been paired successfully will be automatically paired on the next time. To unpair the speaker from the mobile device (or from another speaker) click once on the pair button. To turn o˛ the BT on the speaker press and hold the pair button for 3 seconds.

APPLICATIONS

MV12 + MIC + GUITAR

MV12 + STEREO DJ MIXER

MV12 + SUBWOOFER (BT PLAY)

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY POLICY

NEXT Audiocom’s products are warranted, by NEXT Audiocom, against manufacturing defects in materi-als or craftsmanship over a period of 2 years counting from the date of original purchase. The original receipt of purchase is mandatory for warranty validation purposes, and the product must have been bought from a NEXT Audiocom authorized dealer. The warranty can be transferred to a subsequent owner during the warran-ty period; however, this cannot extend the warranty period beyond the original warranty period of two years from the original date of purchase stated on the NEXT Audiocom’s invoice. During the warranty period NEXT Audiocom will, at its own discretion, either repair or replace a product which prove to be defective provided that the product is returned in its original packaging, shipping prepaid, to an authorized NEXT Audiocom service agent or distributor. NEXT Audiocom cannot be held responsible for defects caused by unauthorized modiÿcations, improper use, negligence, exposure to inclement weather conditions, act of God or accident, or any use of this product that is not in accordance with the instructions provided by this manual and/or NEXT Audiocom. NEXT Audiocom is not liable for consequential damages. This warranty is exclusive and no other warranty is expressed or implied. This warranty does not a˛ect your statutory rights.

END-OF-LIFE
When to be deÿnitively put out of operation, take the product to a local recycling plant for a disposal which is not harmful to the environment. Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of as household waste. Contact your retailer or local authorities for more information.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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DIMENSIONS

SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION of CONFORMITY

Hereby, CVA ELECTRONICA, LDA declares that this radio equipment type is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.nextaudiogroup.com/en/apoio-ao- cliente/downloads

CONTACTS

In case of any doubts or any information just:

Write us:
- NEXT Audiocom
- Rua da Venda Nova, 295
- 4435-469 Rio Tinto
- Portugal
Contact us:
- Tel. +351 22 489 00 75
Send an e-mail:
- info@nextaudiogroup.com
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