Owner`s manual

ENGLISH
6
All connections should be made with the equipment switched
off.
There are 2 linked pairs of terminals on the back of the
speaker. For conventional connection (above left), the
terminal links should remain in place (as delivered) and
just one pair of terminals connected to the amplier. For
bi-wire connection (above right), the terminal links should
be removed and each pair of terminals connected to the
amplier independently. Bi-wiring can improve the resolution
of low-level detail.
Ensure that the positive terminals on the speaker (marked
+ and coloured red) are connected to the positive output
terminal on the amplier and the negative terminals on the
speaker (marked – and coloured black) are connected to the
negative output terminal on the amplier. Incorrect connection
can result in poor imaging and loss of bass.
Ask your dealer for advice when selecting speaker cable.
Keep its total impedance below the maximum recommended
in the speaker specication and use a low inductance cable
to avoid attenuation of high frequencies.
Before ne tuning, make sure that all the connections in the
installation are correct and secure.
Moving the speakers further from the walls will generally
reduce the volume of bass. Space behind the speakers will
also help to create an aural impression of depth. Conversely,
moving the speakers closer to the walls will increase the
volume of bass. If you want to reduce the volume of bass
without moving the speakers further from the wall, t the
foam plugs or, for less severe bass reduction, the foam rings
in the port tubes (above).
If the bass seems uneven with frequency this will most
probably be due to resonance modes in the listening room.
Even small changes in the position of the speakers or the
listening position can have a profound effect on how these
resonances affect the sound. Try moving the listening position
or locating the speakers along a different wall. The presence
and position of large pieces of furniture can also inuence
resonance modes.
If the central image lacks focus, try moving the speakers
closer together or angling them inward so that they point at a
location just in front of the listening position.
If the sound is too bright, increasing the amount of soft
furnishing in the room (heavier curtains for example) may help
balance the sound. Conversely, reducing the amount of soft
furnishing may help brighten a dull sound.
Ensure that the speaker stands rmly on the oor. Use carpet
piercing spikes if appropriate and adjust them to take up any
unevenness.
4. Fine Tuning3. Connections
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