. DEMAND™ SERIES Owner’s Manual D15 & D17 Tower speakers
DEFINITIVE TECHNOLOGY WHAT OBSESSION SOUNDS LIKE™ Thank you for choosing the Definitive Technology Demand Series tower speakers. The Definitive Technology Demand Series high-performance tower speakers deliver full-range, room-filling sound and precise imaging in a modern, elegant styling.
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Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
NOTES ON USE WARNINGS ∙ Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack. ∙ Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust. ∙ Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING: This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with the local recycling regulations. When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations. ∙ Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
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Unpacking Your Demand Series Speakers Please unpack your system carefully. We recommend saving all cartons and packing materials in case you move or need to ship your system. Your serial number can be found in this booklet and on the speaker itself, on the input cup. Each loudspeaker leaves our factory in perfect condition. Any visible or concealed damage most likely occurred in handling after it left our factory.
Positioning the Speakers in Your Room Your Demand Series speakers are very flexible in terms of positioning, however each pair of speakers is designed with dedicated left and right speakers. Position the pair so that the tweeters are on the outside, as pictured here. To optimize their performance, please follow these simple guidelines.
5.1 Home Theater Configuration Five Demand Series speakers will make an astounding 5.1 home theater. When used as left and right surrounds, locate the speakers behind the main listening position. If you use the towers as left and right rear surrounds, position them wide apart if possible. (for instance, if there is a couch in the center of the rear wall, position the speakers wider apart than the couch).
Room Acoustics Ideally, the speakers should be placed one to two feet from room boundaries, such as large pieces of furniture, walls and especially corners. Placing a speaker closer to room boundaries increases bass, but may result in a “boomy” or bass-heavy sound and degradation of stereo imaging. Try varying the speaker’s distance from the rear walls, side walls, and corners until the best balance between low frequency extension and clarity is achieved.
Connecting Your Loudspeakers STRIP 1/4" (6MM) WIRE 1. IDENTIFY MARKINGS ON WIRE AND ASSIGN +/– 2. APPLY BANANA PLUGS OR SPADES AT THIS POINT IF APPLICABLE Receiver/Amplifier 1. UNSCREW A SET OF BINDING POSTS AND INSERT THE BARE WIRE INTO THE CENTER HOLE 2.
Bi-Wiring & Bi-Amping If you decide to bi-wire or bi-amp, you must remove the flat metal jumpers between terminal posts. Failure to do this could result in damage to your amplifier and loudspeakers. Bi-wiring, or using separate speaker wire connections for high and low frequency sections. POWER AMPLIFIER Bi-wiring can provide noticeable improvements in the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by running separate speaker wires to further enhance its low and high frequencies.
MODEL D15 D17 DIMENSIONS (CABINET ONLY NO BASE) 39.08'' H x 6.50'' W x 11.95'' D (99.26 cm H x 16.51 cm W x 30.35 cm D) 41.58'' H x 7.25'' W x 13.82'' D (105.61 cm H x 18.41 cm W x 30.40 cm D) DIMENSIONS WITH BASE 40.78" H x 9.05" W x 12.86" D (103.58 cm H x 22.99 cm W x 32.67 cm D) 43.25" H x 10.17" W x 14.72" D (109.85 cm H x 25.84 cm x 37.39 cm D) SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT WEIGHT DRIVER COMPLEMENT FREQUENCY RESPONSE SENSITIVITY NOMINAL IMPEDANCE RECOMMENDED POWER INPUT 52 lbs (23.
Troubleshooting If you experience any difficulties with your Demand Series speakers, try the suggestions below. If you still have problems, contact your Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer for assistance. 1. Audible distortion when the speakers are playing at loud levels is caused by turning up your receiver or amplifier louder than the receiver or the speakers are capable of playing.
Limited Warranty 5-Years for Drivers and Cabinets, 5-Years for Electronic Components DEI Sales Co., dba Definitive Technology (herein “Definitive”) warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Definitive loudspeaker product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years covering the drivers and cabinets, and five (5) years for the electronic components from the date of the original purchase from a Definitive Authorized Dealer.
THE WARRANTY IS AUTOMATICALLY VOID IF: 1) The product has been damaged, altered in any way, mishandled during transportation, or tampered with. 2) The product is damaged due to accident, fire, flood, unreasonable use, misuse, abuse, customer applied cleaners, failure to observe manufacturers warnings, neglect or related events. 3) Repair or modification of the Product has not been made or authorized by Definitive Technology. 4) The product has been improperly installed or used.
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