User Manual

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Crossover and Level Sengs:
To determine the crossover point, take the volume of the REL (using the Level control) all the way down,
and put the crossover to 10 o’clock. At this point, bring the REL’s volume back up slowly to the point where
you have achieved a subtle balance, i.e. the point at which you can just hear the SerieHT even with the
main speakers playing. First, bring the crossover point up unl it is obviously too high; now gently reduce
frequency to the appropriate seng. For all intents and purposes, this is the correct crossover point. Once
this stage has been reached, subtle changes to volume and crossover may be accomplished to provide the
last bit of complete and seamless integraon. With that, set-up is complete.
Hint: There may be a tendency to set the crossover point too high and the volume of the Sub-Bass System
too low when rst learning how to integrate a REL with the system, the fear being one of overwhelming the
main speakers with bass. In making this common error, the resulng set-up will be lacking in bass depth and
dynamics. The proper crossover point and volume seng will increase overall dynamics, allow for extended
bass frequencies, and improve soundstage properes. Note, volume adjustments may need to be made to
oset the eects of crossover changes. In general, when selecng a lower crossover point, more volume may
need to be applied. Higher crossover frequencies will generally necessitate less gain.
Running In
Care taken during run in will be rewarded by many years of pleasurable use. Both the electronics and the
drive unit will benet from an inial period of carefully controlled use. Possible damage may be sustained
by running in the unit at too high a volume seng over an extended period. On the other hand, by taking a
lile care over this inial period, about 24 hours of actual use, a longer life with a higher potenal eventual
performance is assured.
Care and Polishing
The cabinets are best maintained by using only a damp cloth on the vinyl. For the top insert, please use
automobile polish made by reputable manufacturers. Our favorites are those made by Meguiars and
Mother’s. Be careful not to get any polish in the gaps or on the vinyl as it will be hard to clean out. If objects
are to be placed upon the top, it is advisable to use a small mat to protect the surface and to avoid the risk
of rales.