User manual D DAT UP E O N IN F FUSE R M ATI O Mystèreca11 INSIDE Serialnumber: .....................................................
Mystèreca11 Description The ca11 preamplifier picks up where the ia11 and ia21 left off. When paired with either the pa11 or pa21 power amp, it produces a sound so beguiling, so emotional, so utterly exquisite, you’ll know there’s a heaven. Specifications Bandwidth 8Hz-200kHz @ 47K load Noise 104dB wtd-a ref 1V The designs of Mystère separates represent so much more than simply “splitting” the integrateds into pre and power stages - a technique common in the industry today.
Mystèreca11 Thank you We would like to thank you for choosing our Mystère ca11 preamplifier as an important part of your music system. Working with components across the spectrum day in and day out for more than 30 years led us to adopt an unassailable philosophy: the only acceptable level of quality for the products we produce is the highest quality, regardless of price point. We have staked our reputation on this and are certain that the products we’ve already brought to market reflect this principle.
Mystèreca11 Warning - Initial setup To prevent serious injury, electrical shock or fire: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Do not operate with bottom plate removed. Keep away from rain and moisture. Disconnect all cable connections before changing fuses and/or tubes. Do not replace tubes without reading instructions. Do not replace fuses or tubes if you have any doubt about your ability to do so. We accept no responsibility for any personal or material damage due to incompetent use or users.
Mystèreca11 Front panel - Rear panel The front panel and the chassis of the Mystère models are finished in high gloss piano lacquer. The volume is controlled in pre-defined steps with the knob on the right, source selection is on the left. Your sources are labelled 1, 2, 3 and 4 (no functional differences between these). The power switch is located on the right side of the amp, just behind the front plate. Looking at the rear panel, you will note you have 4 pairs of stereo inputs, 1 set of preamp outputs.
Mystèreca11 Tube basics The 6SN7 and 5AR4 tubes will have a life of about 10,000 hours. Here are some tips on using tubes: • • • • • • Do not use treatments on tube pins or in sockets. If you decide to experiment with other tube types, it’s best not to swap tubes in and out repeatedly, as you never want to cycle (pre)amplifiers on and off rapidly. They should be left off for at least five minutes. Further, every time you insert a tube, you stand a chance of loosening the tube sockets.
Mystèreca11 Troubleshooting Some tips: • • • • • • • No output. Power is on, but power LED is off and tubes do not light up. AC cable makes bad connection in IEC connector. Please check. No output. Power is on, but power LED is off and tubes do not light up. Mains fuse is out. Replace fuse as per instructions on page 5. No output. Power is on, but power LED is off and tubes do not light up. Mains fuse is not out. Thermal protection may have switched off power transformer.
Mystèreca11 Warranty Information - Terms & Conditions Two-year limited warranty. Six-month warranty on stock vacuum tubes 1. Limited to original purchaser. This warranty is for the sole benefit of the original purchaser of the covered product, and may not be transferred to a subsequent owner. 2. Conditions & Limitations. This warranty is subject to conditions and limitations, as follows.
The Mystère Story It’s midnight and the year is 1,500 BC. An eerie wind is blowing across the Salisbury Plain in southern England and the flat, green ground is bathed in the moon’s ghostly light. A faint orange glow can be seen in the distance, seemingly coming from a huge circle of majestic stones that stand out in solitary grandeur against the barren landscape. As one draws closer, dark figures dancing around the wooden fire that smoulders at the centre of the great circle of stones become visible.
Sales & Support Mystère - Durob Audio BV P.O. Box 109 5250 AC Vlijmen The Netherlands + 31 73 511 2555 www.mystere-eu.com info@mystere-eu.
