Energy Speaker Systems RC-Mini - Manuel (Page 2)

We are proud to welcome you as an owner of ENERGY ® Speaker Systems' RC-Mini
and RC-Mini Center Series. ENERGY ® Speakers are the result of extensive research
into accurate sonic reproduction and represent the leading edge in speaker design
and performance. The finest components and cabinet materials, combined with
sophisticated manufacturing and quality control procedures, ensure many years of
exceptional performance and listening pleasure.
Please take time to read all of the instructions contained in this manual to make
certain your system is properly installed and set up for optimal sound reproduction.
Be sure to unpack your system carefully. Retain the carton and all packing material
for future use.
UNPACKING
Using a knife carefully cut the tape to open the package. Fold the carton flaps back
and slide the speaker and packaging from the box. Remove all inner packaging and
parts.
Contents:
4 - Self adhesive rubber bumpers
1 - Mounting Bracket (RC-Mini Only)
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
It is VITAL that your new RC-Mini and RC-Mini Center speakers be allowed to
break-in properly before you perform any precise set up procedures, system
adjustments, and before you play them at higher volume levels. The best method of
performing the break-in is to play a full range musical passage at a moderate level
as long as possible. Utilizing the repeat function on your CD or DVD player can
assist greatly. Optimum sound will not be achieved until approximately 100 hours of
playing time. After break-in, the volume level can be increased. Do not play the
speakers at high levels until the break-in process has been completed.
MAGNETIC SHIELDING
While all RC-Mini and RC-Mini Center series speakers are magnetically shielded,
stray magnetic fields can still exist. Placing your RC-Mini and RC-Mini Center
speakers on top or beside your CRT based television should not cause any
interference. In the case where there is some minor discoloration, simply move the
speaker forward or backwards or away from the television a few inches, this
generally resolves the issue.
Note: LCD, DLP and Plasma displays do not suffer from magnetic interference.
CONNECTING YOUR SPEAKERS
All of the RC-Mini and RC-Mini Center Series have the same high quality gold
plated binding post connectors, so connection to each channel offers the same
options. You should utilize high quality speaker cables, up to 12 gauge (AWG). The
RC-Mini and RC-Mini Center series will accept a variety of connector types including
spade lugs, banana jacks, or pin type connectors. The best connector in our opinion
is the "Spade lug" as it provides more contact area with the terminal and allows
the binding post to be tightened for a secure connection. Audiophiles and novices
alike have preferences as to which connector type they favor. Speak with your
Authorized ENERGY retailer as to which is the best for your Audio Video System.
Rest assured, plain speaker wire is more than acceptable, you can always upgrade
your wires and/or connectors later on.
In the case where you wish to use banana type plugs, simply unscrew the
binding post nut in a counter clock-wise fashion, until it comes completely off.
Remove the plastic red or black insert and reconnect the binding post nut. The
plastic insert is a mandatory security measure, as dictated by many local and
federal government associations. Please see diagrams 9A through 9D.
To Connect your speaker system: Start at one speaker, and connect one
channel at a time, starting with the front speakers. Always ensure that the entire
A/V system is powered OFF before performing any connections. The positive and
negative (red and black) sides of the speaker terminals MUST match the positive and
negative (red and black) terminals of the receiver or amplifier. If they do not match,
abnormal sound and a lack of bass response will result. After connecting the front
speakers, connect the rest of the speakers to their appropriate channels of the
receiver or amplifier.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Receiver Settings
The recommended setting for the RC-Mini and RC-Mini Center speakers is the
“large” position. Set the crossover frequency to 100Hz. Energy does NOT
recommend using any equalization function that your receiver offers when set to
"LARGE",as this may damage your speakers. In a large room or when maximum
output is required, set the speakers to "small" and the crossover to 120Hz.The
Subwoofer must be activated by setting the “on” or “use” settings.
Amplifier Requirements
All ENERGY Speakers are designed to operate on a wide range of receivers and/or
amplifiers. The impedance for all models is rated at 8 ohms, allowing almost any
amplifier to function well. Of course, the better the amplifier and the system
components, the better the overall system will sound.
POSITIONING AND INSTALLING
YOUR SPEAKERS
Left and Right Main Speakers
The main speakers are usually placed in the front of the room, on either side of the
TV or video projector. They should be placed a minimum of 6 feet apart. To calculate
the best placement, measure the distance between the speakers themselves and the
listening position. Your distance from the speakers should be roughly 1.5 times the
distance the speakers are apart from each other. For example: If the distance
between each speaker and the listening position is 9 feet, then the speakers should
be 6 feet apart from one another. This will provide excellent stereo separation and
imaging for music playback. This is just a starting point, the room's acoustics and
furniture placement will vary the placement of the speaker. Use your best judgement
and experiment with speaker placement. Slight adjustments can provide significant
improvements in performance.
The RC-Mini is designed to be used as a front left or right speaker, or as a rear
channel speaker. When the RC-Mini is to be installed on a bookshelf or on a stand,
please attach the 4 rubber bumpers to the bottom of the speaker, as this will
protect both the mounting surface and the speaker from damage. Simply peel the
bumper off its sheet and stick it in place on the bottom of the speaker, one bumper
per corner. The rubber bumpers also help decouple the speaker from the bookshelf
or stand. Please see diagram 10.
The RC-Mini Center is a left, center, right speaker, meaning it has been designed to
be used in both a horizontal or vertical fashion. This design means it can be
mounted in either plane, while exhibiting the same dispersion characteristics. Out of
the box the Energy logo is NOT attached to the grille, as this speaker can be
positioned in various directions. Once the final orientation of the speaker has been
determined, select the appropriate location on the grille, remove the adhesive
protector and apply the logo directly to the grille. Please see diagram 11.
When the RC-Mini Center is used as a center speaker, it is ideally placed as close to
the center of the TV or video projector as possible. This is to ensure that voices and
all sounds come from the performer's placement on screen. This may be on top,
underneath, or on a shelf within a wall unit or other furniture. Use the position that
provides the best sound quality, but keep in mind safety and room décor as well.
The center channel works best when the front of the speaker is flush with the TV, or
the shelf it rests on. If the center speaker is recessed in its placement, it will sound
distant, and undefined in character.
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