Owner's Manual High definition 2 way-bass reflex cabinet loudspeakers Acoustic Preference d.o.o. www.acoustic-preference.
-WARNING – TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPEMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION! NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT REMOVE DRIVERS OR BACK TERMINALS. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. Caution! Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT: 1. Read these instructions. 2.
11. Servicing by qualified personnel is required when the unit has been damaged in any way. 12. This apparatus is capable of producing high sound pressure levels. Continued exposure to high sound pressure levels can cause permanent hearing impairment or loss. User caution is advised and ear protection is recommended when playing at high volumes. 13. Always keep electrical equipment out of the reach of children.
Table of contents 1. GRACIOSO 1.0 4 2. TECHNICALS 4 3. HANDLING 5 4. PLACEMENT 6-7 5. CONNECTIONS 8-10 6.
1. GRACIOSO 1.0 The Gracioso 1.0 is a 2-way bass reflex cabinet loudspeaker, distinctive by its topmost design and dramatically realistic sound. Because of its power-handling and sensitivity, it is suitable for most audio systems. It will fit in small to midsize rooms, sonically and visually. Each Gracioso 1.0 speaker is a unique and exclusively handmade product. Every pair is inspected, matched, tested and approved in Acoustic Preference labs before being sent to the customer. 2.
3. HANDLING After removing the external covering of packing, grab the housing of the loudspeaker and pull it out of the packing box together with the protective inner package. Follow all the enclosed instructions for setting up the loudspeakers. Figure 1: Protective grills are attached to the speakers with a self-centering magnet system. You can remove them by gently pulling them away from the speakers.
4. PLACEMENT All loudspeakers interact with the environment in which they are placed. Loudspeaker performance is influenced by the size, shape, and contents of the listening room as well as the placement of the loudspeaker within the room. The distance between the speakers and the rear wall should, ideally, be between a half and a full metre.
In home theatre systems, the magnetic radiation of the loudspeakers must be taken into consideration. It is strongly advised to refrain from placing front loudspeakers closer than 50cm from your TV. The distance between the speakers should be slightly less than the distance from the speakers to the listening area. For the best stereo imaging and sound staging, the listener should be equidistant from the 2 speakers. The angle at which the speakers are aimed at the listener will vary from room to room.
5. CONNECTIONS Turn off all audio system power before making any connections. Use high-quality loudspeaker cables. The length and type of speaker cable used for your system will have an audible effect. Make all connections observing the proper polarity, positive-to-positive (+) and negative-tonegative (–). Most speaker cables are marked so that it is possible to distinguish between conductors by the colour of the insulation or by a white stripe or small raised edge along one conductor.
Figure 7 and 8: Bi-wire connection with single stereo amplifier Page - 9
Figure 9: Biamp with single stereo amplifier Figure 10: Biamp with two stereo amplifiers Page - 10
6. ACOUSTIC PREFERENCE WARRANTY Acoustic Preference products are manufactured from the highest quality materials and components selected with maximum care. State-of-the-art technical and design solutions are also taken into account. Acoustic Preference products are extensively tested with lots of care and precision and must pass rigorous quality control standards to ensure first-class service and delights to all customers.
3. Return authorisation must first be obtained by either calling or writing to Acoustic Preference customer support prior to shipping the product. When obtaining return authorisation, please be prepared to provide the model, serial number, and a complete, explicit description of the problem. A copy of the original, dated Bill of Sale must be included to confirm warranty status. 4. Shipping and Transfer of Risk: The customer is responsible for shipping charges to the factory.
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