Owners Manual Loudspeakers
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1. All text and image copyrights reserved Subject to change without notice2. a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury or damage to equipment Additional information is provided which is important to fully understand the loudspeaker and how to operate it The arrow will identify steps to be performed Please follow the instructions carefully Multiple steps that should be performed consecutively are numbered Please follow these instructions carefully Dynaudio Loudspeakers Fig 1 Binding posts at rear of cabinet example Owners Manual Connecting Connecting Connecting the loudspeakers 1 Connect a two pole loudspeaker cable to the binding posts located at rear of the cabinet see Fig 1 The high quality gold plated binding posts can accommodate different connection systems 4 0 mm banana plugs The pins can be put directly into the binding post without any tightening necessary Cable spades Un tighten the binding posts insert the spade into the opening and secure the spade by tightening the posts Bare wires Un tighten the binding posts and place the cable into the binding posts Tighten the posts Note e With every connection system ensure that the contact is tight and has a proper contact area e Connectors with similar gold plating as binding posts will typically offer the best results and remain corrosion free Please ensure that the positive and negative cables do not make contact with each oth
3. Owners Manual Loudspeakers DYNAUDIO Contents Contents INTO UC ON cuina A A N 1 Safety INSTFUC ONS cimas 2 About this guide Used expressions and symbols Connecting s sisien Connecting the loudspeakers y Connecting Surround Speakels cccccccecescceeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeneeeeeaeeeseaaeeeseneeeesaeeeeeaeeess Positionina lt cuide 5 General recommenda Sussie aa 5 Distanceto back and side WallS rss eneu EN EEE 6 Adapting the bass reflex port ao Floor standing loudspeaker set up arf Compact loudspeaker set up ara Loudspeaker TOM ea 8 Roomand TURMITUFE INMUCN CES araroa rE EEE Ar EE 8 Gillian a rei E 8 Multi Ch nnel Set p 20 same a aaa 9 Loudspeakers for multi channel Setup 00 cece cece cess eee eeeee tees nano nono nana ranas 9 Multi channel loudspeaker setup vee lO Running in Care amp Maintenance nuuussesssnssnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 11 Na a 12 Dynaudio Loudspeakers Owners Manual Introduction Introduction Dear Music Lover Thank you for your decision to acquire Dynaudio loudspeakers Every Dynaudio model features the advanced Dynaudio loudspeaker technology resulting in music reproduction at a very high level making many familiar recordings a new listening experience altogether This advanced technology results from many years of intense research and development the highest quality standards in product
4. cy reflections which will be heard as a thickening of the sound the loudspeaker models can be adapted to the room s acoustic character by using foam plugs in the bass reflex port This will essentially attenuate the room induced boost in the low frequency range by dampening the deep frequencies yielding a more clear and tight sound when the loudspeaker is positioned near rear walls gt Fully insert the foam port plugs packed with your loudspeaker into the bass reflex tube to attenuate the bass output if required Dynaudio Loudspeakers Owners Manual Positioning Floor standing loudspeaker set up The floor standing models feature a special base construction which offers both an ideal performance and mechanical basis Integrated into the base plinth are four individual spike assemblies These stabilize the cabinet on an extremely small contact area and therefore prevent any wobbling while offering optimal resonance control The individually adjustable spikes allow leveling of the cabinet on uneven floors CAUTION SPIKES WITH SHARP PEAKS The sharp peaks of the spikes may cause injuries and damage sensitive surfaces like hardwood flooring or tile Be careful when handling the loudspeakers gt Place plates between the spikes and the surface to protect the underlying surface Compact loudspeaker set up The compact models are designed to offer exceptional performance while taking up minimal space The mini monitors w
5. els With a high quality amplifier delivering undistorted signals the speaker can achieve high levels without any compromises in sound quality Attention must be given to amplifiers with very low power and adjustable tone controls or switches These types may soon overreach their own performance limits and may send distorted output signals to the speakers compromising even high quality technology Any damage caused under such circumstances is not covered by the Dynaudio warranty and is easily avoided in the first place by consulting your Dynaudio dealer for advice regarding the choice of amplifier CAUTION DISTORTED OUTPUT SIGNALS Distorted output signals from too weak defective or overloaded amplifiers may damage the loudspeakers gt Use high quality amplifiers only and run loudspeakers and amplifiers within specified power ratings 11 Warranty 12 Care amp maintenance Dynaudio loudspeakers require no special treatment apart from the kind of careful handling you would normally apply to any high tech product in your home CAUTION AGGRESSIVE CLEANING FLUIDS All in one cleaning materials aggressive cleaning fluids or special furniture polishes may damage the cabinet surface or other speaker parts gt Use a soft dry or slightly damp cloth when cleaning the cabinet and other plain parts Cleaning the loudspeakers Switch off all components of your system when cleaning any of these components gt Avoid t
6. er Tighten the posts and check the contact after a few days to make sure that it hasn t loosened Connecting SPEAKERS R ar Son oh eree Fig 2 Amplifier loudspeaker outputs example 2 Connect the other cable ends to the loudspeaker outputs of your switched off power amp see Fig 2 Note Please make sure that the red marked post of the speaker is connected to the red marked output of the amp and the white or black marked post to the white or black marked output accordingly Bi wiring bi amping Dynaudio loudspeakers feature a carefully fine tuned cross over optimized using selected parts and an advanced circuitry to achieve a truly balanced and smooth frequency response Therefore dividing the frequency sections through bi wiring or bi amping is neither beneficial nor optional Choice of loudspeaker cable The loudspeaker cable can have an impact on sound quality In general quality cable products will yield a quality result Dynaudio loudspeakers are designed to be very neutral and thus are not extremely suited to any particular type of cable The choice of cable is as much a factor of matching the cable to the entire audio system Please consult your Dynaudio dealer for information about compatible loudspeaker cables that will suit both your electronics and your Dynaudio loudspeakers Connecting surround speakers When connecting a two channel stereo system only the right and left channels are con
7. ill realize their optimum performance when used in conjunction with a dedicated stand such as the Dynaudio Stands to position them at the proper height while absorbing any resonance Due to its dimensions you can also place the loudspeaker on a ledge or shelf or on top of furniture But to avoid the possibility of any negative influence on sound quality one should take care to utilize a stable surface offering a wide enough space in front of the loudspeakers as to not limit the sound quality and performance In such applications or if placing the speakers in enclosed audio video furniture the bass reflex port can usually be left unplugged as long as there is minimal clearance to the boundaries at the top and rear of the loudspeaker cabinet Positioning Fig 5 Angle inwards loudspeakers to improve imaging Loudspeaker Toe In Depending on your personal listening environment and room dimensions the loudspeakers may be angled in towards the listening area to focus the sound radiation This positioning will typically improve imaging and is especially recommended by Dynaudio see Fig 5 Room and furniture influence The sound quality of any loudspeaker is influenced by the furniture wall materials and other objects in the listening room For example large rooms without much furniture and many clean hard wall surfaces can give a bright and diffuse sound with diverse echoing frequencies A room with thick carpet curtains and soft furni
8. ion and Dynaudio s enduring passion for musical truth Dynaudio is one of very few companies who can realize such loudspeaker concepts through it s own in house development and production facilities These facilities are so advanced and the quality control is so strict that Dynaudio is TS16949 certified Each loudspeaker is constructed by Dynaudio s master craftsmen in Denmark to these high standards of quality To realize the highest sound quality from the loudspeakers some areas should be addressed as will be explored on the following pages By considering the tips and suggestions you will achieve the maximum performance and enjoyment of the loudspeaker and it s advanced musical capabilities for a long time to come We wish you many years of enjoyment experiencing music Dynaudio Safety Instructions Safety Instructions CAUTION HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS Listening to high sound pressure levels over a longer period of time may harm your hearing To avoid auditory effect do not listen to high sound levels over a longer period of time About this guide Used expressions and symbols In this operating manual following signs and symbols are used CAUTION Note The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product Indicates in combination with a safety sign
9. n of the subwoofer will be dependent upon the size of the room and its acoustics Please refer to the Subwoofer manual Multi channel loudspeaker setup Thus a complete multi channel setup consists of following speakers 1 Front stereo speakers 2 Center speaker 3 Rear speakers as explained above 4 Subwoofer possible position Because there are many different setup options from 5 1 to 10 2 channel applications and the fact that loudspeaker positioning will also depend upon the room s shape please consult your Dynaudio dealer for special applications and for placement options Dynaudio Loudspeakers Running in the loudspeakers Owners Manual Power rating Running in Care amp Maintenance Running in Care amp Maintenance The moving parts of a newly manufactured Dynaudio loudspeaker have been acoustically checked after production but nevertheless are not as flexible as they need to be for optimum results to be realized The higher the quality of any driver system the more demanding the loudspeaker will be regarding time for running in the system A newly unpacked Dynaudio loudspeaker therefore requires several weeks running playing to reach its optimum performance capability After that period a couple of minutes before every listening session will be helpful to warm up the loudspeakers Due to the construction and the driver technology Dynaudio loudspeakers can be driven with very high power lev
10. nected to the amplifier In a surround set up center side or rear loudspeakers as well as a subwoofer are typically connected to provide for a multi channel listening experience Please refer to the amplifier s owner manual for particular connection instructions and see chapter Multi channel loudspeaker setup on page 10 for further help Dynaudio Loudspeakers Fig 3 Positioning the loudspeakers Owners Manual Positioning Positioning CAUTION EXCESSIVE BRIGHTNESS Direct sunlight or excessive brightness can affect the color of any natural wood veneer the structural integrity of the cabinet will not be affected To maintain the aesthetic quality of the loudspeakers for the long term placing such in very warm very cold or very humid environments should be avoided Dynaudio loudspeakers consist of classic bass reflex loudspeaker designs with no unusual or extraordinary positioning demands Every room will still have its own particular sound characteristics Any room is also shaped and decorated uniquely and therefore remains independent regarding options for positioning loudspeakers The following steps are general suggestions that will make the correct positioning easier to achieve General recommendations Following explanations refer to Fig 3 The distance between each loudspeaker and your listening position should be the same B Try to achieve an isosceles triangle The distance between the loudspeake
11. oofers and Dynaudio optional accessory products Loudspeakers for multi channel setups For a multi channel setup in addition to the two main stereo loudspeakers additional channels speakers may be added to reproduce dialogue and surround effects With the center channel and compact models it is possible to achieve the same high level of performance and sound on every channel Center speaker The center is responsible for the information directed from the middle of the screen and should be positioned between the right and left main loudspeakers In a home theater surround setup the center supports the images and should be placed close to the screen Multi Channel Setup LJ Fig 6 5 1 and 7 1 multi channel speaker setup 10 Rear speakers The rear speakers are responsible for the rear sound effects behind the listening position When using the compact models as rear speakers the speakers can be placed into a shelf mounted at the rear wall or placed on a stand This allows you a wide variety of placements even if your listening room and furniture limit a optimal setup Corresponding to the surround format 5 1 or 7 1 you need to install additional speakers 1 5 1 The standard multi channel setup with two rear speakers 2 7 1 Two speakers are added on both sides between the front and rear speakers Subwoofer Most often a subwoofer will be utilized for the LFE signal especially in larger listening rooms The positio
12. ouching the tweeter domes as any change of their shape may have an impact on sound quality Clean the cabinet and other plain parts with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth only Remove dust on the woofer diaphragms with a fine furniture brush All materials used by Dynaudio are integrated with exceptional care By taking care of your loudspeakers you will preserve the finish and build quality for a very long time Warranty Dynaudio provides a transferable limited manufacturer s warranty This warranty only covers faults or defects in material and production Damage caused as a result of abuse misuse or defective electronics is not covered by the warranty All warranty claims must be accompanied by a copy of the original purchase invoice and warranties are only valid in the country or market of original origin or distribution Should warranty service be required it must be arranged for in the country of purchase by an authorized Dynaudio dealer All performance criteria are strictly controlled In the whole production procedure from raw materials to the final assembly Dynaudio thoroughly inspects all parameters along every step of way Dynaudio Loudspeakers All there is DYNAUDIO Dynaudio A S 8660 Skanderborg Denmark Sales amp Marketing Dynaudio International GmbH Ohepark 2 21224 Rosengarten Germany Phone 49 4108 41 80 0 www dynaudio com Dynaudio International GmbH Owners Manual 0411 Item No 455202
13. rs should be the same or better slightly less than the distance between each loudspeakers and your listening position A B The closer the listening position is in relation to the loudspeakers the closer the speakers can be positioned to each other As a starting point it is recommended that the speakers be about 2 meters apart from each other for the best results A Ifthe speakers are positioned too close to each other the stereo image will not seem realistic if that distance is too wide the image may leave an acoustic hole in the middle e Paying attention to the image during listening tests will help dictate optimum placement during experimentation and set up Positioning A gt A B gt 0 5m AzB Fig 4 Distance to walls Js Distance to back and side walls Every loudspeaker not only disperses sound energy directly into the room but also to the side and even backwards As a result time delayed reflections occur and add to the original music signal Thus when loudspeakers are positioned too close to walls the sound quality can be restricted Dynaudio loudspeakers were developed to be placed free standing and therefore they reach their optimum performance when positioned as clear of any walls as possible gt To reduce possible influences from the back and sidewalls the distance to these boundaries should ideally not be less than 0 5 meter Adapting the bass reflex port To minimize low frequen
14. ture surfaces will give a warmer darker and less lively sound Grille A cloth grille is included and can be affixed to the cabinet to help protect the drivers from dust and any other influences The grille is acoustically optimized but the highest sound quality levels will be attained without any grille covers in place during listening gt To remove the grille gently pull the grille at all snaplocks straight away from the front gt To fit the grille line up the studs with the corresponding front baffle holes and gently push the grille in at all snaplocks Dynaudio Loudspeakers Owners Manual Multi Channel Setup Multi Channel Setup Dynaudio loudspeakers are designed to offer the most advanced performance in both stereo and multi channel applications When connecting a loudspeaker to a multi channel setup in general the same guidelines as mentioned in the text above will apply Note When setting up a home theatre system the loudspeakers should create a realistic soundstage with similar sound characteristics on each channel It is therefore important that all speakers should match the same quality level This is especially important with regards to the center channel loudspeaker as this is critical aspect of any multi channel soundstage Dynaudio has developed various models suitable for multi channel applications Compact and floor standing models with a matching center channel all optimized for use with Dynaudio active subw
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