Final 300i loudspeaker User Manual release 1.3 –US- Final Sound B.V. Eisenhowerweg 8D 5466AC Veghel The Netherlands http://www.finalsound.com Final Sound, L.L.C. 500 West Cummings Park, Suite 2500 Woburn, MA 01801 T:(781) 938-6416 F:(781) 938-6415 FINAL SOUND 300i Loudspeaker Manual vs. 1.3 .
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. 2. Congratulations ........................................................................................................................ 3 Final Sound Model F300i floor standing loudspeakers........................................................... 4 FINAL SOUND 300i Loudspeaker Manual vs. 1.3 .
1. Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a Final Sound flat-panel loudspeaker system. You have invested in the finest instrument for audio reproduction available. The Final Sound product line consists of front- and rear flat-panel loudspeakers, center loudspeakers and subwoofers. The product line is based on a unique modular system.
2. Final Sound Model F300i floor standing loudspeakers How to unpack the Final Sound F300i stereo system The Final Sound Model F300i stereo system consists of two separate packaging units. The Model F300i flat-panel loudspeakers and the optional Final Sound subwoofer are packed separately. (the 300i panels for the rear channels in home theatre applications are basically the same panels as the front loudspeakers.
Just follow the pictures for assembling the 300i models. What´s in the 300i package? Position the three parts like this Put them together using the screws Fix the screws firmly, using the Allen key And then really tight Mount the spikes or feet The end result should be like this FINAL SOUND 300i Loudspeaker Manual vs. 1.3 .
What is the function of the Final Sound front and rear loudspeaker panels? The Final Sound flat-panel front loudspeakers are the main channels in a stereo setting or a virtual surround system and have a dual role in a home theatre system. The front and rear loudspeakers are used to create ambient effects. In a home cinema setting even actions occurring at the back of the listener will be reproduced.
Application 1: The Final Sound home theatre configuration: The Final Sound home theatre configuration consists of two front-loudspeakers, two rear/surround loudspeakers, a center loudspeaker and preferably our S110/S220 subwoofer. We recommend a symmetric positioning of the loudspeakers with respect to the screen, as to enhance the “home cinema experience”. Center loudspeaker and front loudspeaker panels should be located on the same horizontal axis.
In terms of your audio/video receiver settings, the front-, rear- and center loudspeaker channels have to be set as SMALL satellites, when using the Model F300i flat-panel loudspeakers. How to install the optimal channel settings differs with the brands of the audio/video receivers and therefore we recommend reading the audio/video receiver manual or contact your dealer how to get the best settings in order to get the Real Final Sound out of your system.
3. Final Sound 300i wall mountable loudspeakers How to unpack the Final Sound F300i wall mount stereo system The Final Sound Model F300i wall mount stereo system consists of two separate packaging units. The Model F300i flat-panel wall mountable loudspeakers and the optional Final Sound subwoofer are packed separately. (the 300i wall mountable panels for the rear channels in home theatre applications are basically the same panels as the front wall mountable loudspeakers.
You need the included wall bracket kit consisting off: 1 Allen key wall plate cover plate ball-bar 2 hexagon screws 4 screws and plugs The 300i wall mountable is basically a 300i panel without floor standing support. The electronics housing is in the middle of the panel.
4. Final Sound center loudspeaker For building a home theatre based on 300i using floor standing models, 300i wall mountable models or a combination, Final recommends a 150i or 400i center panel. Center panels can be wall mountable or fit to a table top stand. How to unpack a Final Sound center panel? A Final Sound center panel comes in one packaging unit.
Just follow the pictures for assembling center panels.
@ What is the function of a center loudspeaker? The center channel in a home theatre system is responsible to keep the voices and some special effects locked on-screen. The Final Sound flat-panel center loudspeaker is a true line source, with a single loudspeaker element to deliver precise localization. The Final Sound flat-panel center loudspeaker is designed to function in harmony with the Final Sound subwoofer and the front and rear flat panels.
5. Final Sound subwoofer How do I unpack the Final Sound subwoofer safely? This package includes: One AC-power cord One Final Sound subwoofer One user manual for the subwoofer If your package is not complete, do not operate the system but contact your Final Sound Dealer. The easiest way to unpack is the following. Put the box on a flat surface on the ground. Open one side by cutting the tape carefully without damaging the contents of the box.
Where do I place the Final Sound subwoofer? (For placement suggestions: see the figure in chapter ’ Final Sound Model 300i front and rear loudspeakers’) Coloration, due to resonance, is strongest at bass frequencies between 20 and 200 Hertz. It’s much easier to obtain high absorption at higher frequencies. So, the placement of a subwoofer is critical. Theoretically, the smoothest low-frequency response is obtained when the subwoofer is as close as possible to the listener’s ears.
CONNECTING FOR HOME THEATRE (Figure 2) If you have an AV-receiver for five, six or seven channel Dolby Digital/DTS surround sound, you can use the ‘standard’ LFE connection method for subwoofers. • • • • • Connect the AV-receiver’s LFE output to the subwoofer’s left OR right LINE IN RCA terminal. Connect the five (six or seven) electrostatic panels to the five (six or seven) AVreceiver’s loudspeaker output terminals. Adjust the ‘loudspeaker size’ in the receiver’s menu to SMALL.
Figure 2 How to adjust a subwoofer This procedure is valid for most subwoofers on the market and also for using the Final Sound subwoofer in ´standard mode´. For adjusting the Final Sound subwoofers in the special high pass mode, we refer to the dedicated subwoofer manuals. • Position the subwoofer in the desired location. • Connect the subwoofer according to this manual’s instructions. • Set the sub’s volume control to a minimum and the phase switch (as a starting point) to 0 degrees.
• Adjust the Variable Phase control now. This is only necessary if the subwoofer’s position is not on the baseline between the loudspeakers or left to the left loudspeaker and right to the right loudspeaker. If the subwoofer is before or behind the baseline, or somewhere else in the room, adjustment of the phase might be necessary. The Phase control is in the right position, if you’re not aware of a time difference between the mid/high frequencies and the lower frequencies on the listening position.
6. Frequently asked questions Which is better, electrostatic or cone drivers? You don’t have to be a rocket scientist or a physicist to see that electrostatic drivers are very light and fast. In fact, the moving mass of an electrostatic panel is 1/30 the weight of a typical cone driver. For instance, the moving mass of the entire sounding surface of a model 90i is approx. 1 gram. This makes electrostatic drivers very fast in comparison with a lot of conventional designs.
more powerful and expensive amplifiers with 100-200 watts per channel to cope with very low impedances. Although our loudspeakers will work fine with the majority of reasonably priced amplifiers from 35 Watt/channel and up, we also know that our panels will benefit when driven by high powered quality amps. This knowledge is not limited to the use of electrostatic loudspeakers but is true for any loudspeaker in the market.
Huge stereo stage: The application of the patented inverter technology will bring a wide stereo stage, without the ‘hot spot’ traditional electrostatic loudspeakers are known for. Easy amplifier match: The inverter technology will raise the impedance to values comparable with most dynamic loudspeakers in the market. You can drive any Final electrostatic loudspeaker with any good amplifier, delivering between 35-100 watt power.
Will excessive smoke or dust cause any problems? Exposure to excessive contaminants, such as smoke or dust, may potentially affect the performance of the electrostatic diaphragm and may cause discoloration of the diaphragm. Dirt and dust may be removed by means of a soft brush attached to your vacuum cleaner. See the vacuum cleaning instructions in this manual.
Is a Final loudspeaker protected against overloading? Basically: yes. The design of the Final Inverted series of electrostatic loudspeakers has been done with the protection of the user in mind and the protection of the loudspeaker against mistreatment.The design has several levels of protection built into the electronics. One of those circuits protects against overloading. In case of an overload condition, the loudspeaker will shut off for a short period of time.
7. Warranty Automatic Coverage Thank you for purchasing this Final Sound product. We have made every effort to insure that it represents the highest level of performance, reliability and finish. A Limited Ninety Day Warranty covers your Final Sound product. This ninety-day coverage is automatic upon your acceptance of delivery and no registration is required.
Remedy In the event the product fails to meet the above Warranty and the above conditions have been met, the purchaser’s sole remedy under this Limited Warranty shall be to return the product to Final Sound or an authorized Final Sound dealer where the defect will be rectified without charge for parts or labor.
8. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FINAL SOUND 300i Loudspeaker Manual vs. 1.3 .
FINAL SOUND 300i Loudspeaker Manual vs. 1.3 .
9. Limited Warranty Registration Card In order to validate your warranty registration we kindly ask you to fill in the following data. For registration, this form has to be accompanied by a copy of your purchase receipt. The address to send to has already been printed on the envelope included. We thank you and wish you great enjoyment with your new Final Sound product.
