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Introduction
Welcome to Mission!
Mission is a brand that purveys lifestyle audio that fuses Hi-Fi heritage with contemporary design. Music leads,
technology follows.
Mission 778X is a revisit of a classic Mission amplifier concept that was the Mission 778 - an affordable integrated
amplifier that offered simplicity in operation but over-performed in the driving of loudspeakers.
Today’s Mission 778X maintains the influence of simplistic operation, large tactile controls and a multitude of
inputs. It’s a compact, '80s-inspired integrated amplifier that is fully equipped to meet the demands of modern
music lovers, from vinyl fans to digital streamers. Modern twists, such as LED level indicators and
all-encompassing connectivity options, make the 778X a truly contemporary integrated amplifier. Boasting a
genuine 65 watts (@4 ohms) of power via an utterly modern and refined signal path, to standards akin to the
exemplary standards to which Mission loudspeakers are developed.
General Information
Please read these instructions carefully before installing your loudspeakers. A few minutes studying
this manual will ensure a superb performance from your loudspeakers for many years. Please pay
attention to all cautions printed on the pages marked with this symbol.
Unpacking The Equipment
The carton should contain:
• The Mission 778X amplifier
• One IEC power cord suitable for your area
• One remote handset
• One instruction manual
Inputs
• One coaxial SPDIF digital input
• Two optical SPDIF digital inputs
• One RCA MM phono input
• Two AUX analogue inputs
• Bluetooth 5.0(aptX) input
• USB 2.0 type-B port for playing digital music files from
PC or Mac
• USB 2.0 type-A port for firmware update
Outputs
• Pre-amplifier output
• Loudspeaker output
• Headphone output
• One coaxial SPDIF digital output
• One optical SPDIF digital output
Placement
The unit must be mounted on a solid, level and stable surface.
Before you connect the Mission 778X to the AC mains power, ensure your AC mains voltage corresponds to the
rating on the rear panel of the product. If in doubt, consult your dealer. If you move to an area that has a different
mains voltage, seek advice from a Mission appointed dealer or a competent service technician.
Consult the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment if any item is not present. Carefully unpack the unit
and accessories. Take care not to damage the surface finish when undoing the protective polythene sleeve.
Retain the packing materials for future use.
Retain the user manual and information concerning the date and place of purchase of your equipment for future
reference. If you transfer the unit to a third party, please pass on this instruction manual along with the
equipment.
To download Windows Drivers for PC USB, please see the separate user guide included with this package.
Any firmware updates will also be available from www.mission.co.uk
USB Drivers & Firmware Updates
