Connecting your loudspeakers
Before any connections are made, please ensure that all equipment in the system is
turned OFF.
Be sure to observe the amplifier’s rated load impedance. Connecting an impedance
load outside the amplifier's rated range can damage the amplifier.
Make sure that your power amplifier output matches the speakers’ power capacity. Even
if the amplifier’s power output is lower than the speakers’ PGM (program) power
capacity, the speakers may be damaged when clipping of a high input signal occurs.
The following may cause damage to speakers:
• Continuous high sound pressure level produced by electronic instruments.
• Continuous high-power output of distorted signals.
• Popping noises caused by turning on equipment, or by connecting or disconnecting
system components while the amplifier is turned on.
When turning on the AC power in your audio system, always turn on the power amplifier
LAST, to avoid speaker damage. When turning the power off, the power amplifier should
be turned off FIRST for the same reason.
Loudspeaker wire throughout the system should be high quality, loudspeaker grade
audio cable with polarity coding. High quality connectors are also essential, however
you may use bare wire as well as spades or banana plugs. If bare wire is used, be careful
that no stray strands get loose that could cause a short-circuit.
Connect the positive lead of the loudspeaker wire (indicated with a "+" or other marking)
to the Red (or positive) loudspeaker terminal. Connect the other loudspeaker wire lead
to the Black (or negative) loudspeaker terminal.
Connect the opposite end of the loudspeaker wire to your amplifier making sure that the
polarity is preserved ("+" to "+" or Red to Red, and "-" to "-" or Black to Black – see diagram).
Bare wires and spade plugs must be tighten by rotating the ratchet screw clockwise. Do
not apply excessive force when tightening the terminals as this might damage your cable
connectors.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
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