Story - Loudspeaker KLH Audio - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Center Channel Speaker
Brand	KLH Audio
Model	Story
Dimensions (H x W x D)	7" x 19" x 9.5" (178 x 483 x 241 mm)
Weight	16 lbs (7.3 kg)
Frequency Response	48 Hz - 23 kHz ± 3 dB
Sensitivity	91 dB
Power Handling	200 watts
Impedance	8 ohms
Crossover Frequency	2.4 kHz
Drivers - Mid/Bass	2 x 5.25" Woven Kevlar
Drivers - Tweeter	1" Anodized Aluminum
Speaker Terminals	Nickel-plated binding posts (accepts bare wire, spade, banana plugs)
Port Tuning	Room tuning stops for adjustable bass output
Recommended Placement	Below viewing screen or monitor; angle upward if below ear level
Finishes	Walnut Wood Veneer or Black Oak Wood Veneer
Safety Standards	CE, RoHS2, WEEE compliant
Warranty	10 years parts warranty (see manual for details)
Cleaning Instructions	Clean with dry cloth only
Repair Information	Refer servicing to qualified personnel; no user-serviceable parts inside

Frequently Asked Questions - Story KLH Audio

How do I connect the Story center channel to my amplifier?

Where should I place the center channel speaker?

How can I adjust bass output if the speaker is near a wall?

What type of speaker wire should I use?

Can I use banana plugs? How do I remove the inserts?

What is the warranty period and how do I register?

How do I clean the speaker?

Is the Story center channel magnetically shielded?

Can I mount the speaker on a wall?

What finishes are available for the Story center channel?

USER MANUAL Story KLH Audio

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STORY

SPEAKER

WELCOME!

Thank you for purchasing one of the best sounding speakers ever produced. At KLH, we have been making high-quality components since 1957, and we take pride in making your music and movies the best experience possible.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Important Safety Instructions!

1. READ these instructions.
2. KEEP these instructions.
3. HEED all warnings.
4. FOLLOW all instructions.
5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
6. CLEAN with dry cloth.
7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat producing appliances
9. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. DO NOT expose to excess moisture or liquids, and do not place containers with liquids on top of speakers.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING: Do Not Open! Risk of Electrical Shock. Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to life. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

EU COMPLIANCE INFORMATION:

Eligible to bear the CE mark, Conforms to European Union EMC Directive 2004/108/EC; European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances Recast (RoHS2) Directive 2011/65/EC; European Union WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC.

KLH and the KLH logo are registered trademarks of Kelley Global Brands Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

WEEE NOTICE

Note: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU) and Norway.

This appliance is labeled in accordance with European

Effective 2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

UNPACKING

Place the package on the floor or table top with the box flaps up. Cut the tape with a utility knife to open the package. Fold the carton flaps back and carefully slide the speaker and packaging from the box, or turn the box over with flaps open and remove the box. Stand the speaker and packing upright, making sure the speaker is right side up, and remove the packing material.

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CONNECTING YOUR CENTER CHANNEL

The Story center channel has quality nickel-plated binding posts that will accommodate stripped wire, spade connectors or banana plugs. Be sure to use quality speaker cables, up to 12 gauge (AWG). The lowest gauge possible is recommended. Before using banana plugs, be sure to remove the black and red inserts on the binding posts. See the following diagrams in the AMPLIFICATION section for further instruction.

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AMPLIFICATION

Conventional amplification involves a single stereo amplifier wired to a single set of binding posts with straps connecting the second set of posts as seen in diagram above. Simply attach the positive wire + to the red post, and the negative wire – to the black post.

ROOM POSITION

The placement of your center channel is very important in regard to home theater usage. The center channel produces most of the dialogue, and 60% of the total sound in a home theater application. It is recommended that the center channel speaker be placed below the viewing screen or monitor (see diagram).

The Story center channel speaker is sonically matched to work seamlessly with all other KLH speakers, and will deliver optimum performance in all home theater applications.

Place the center channel below the monitor in both wall mount and stand applications, as seen in the diagram below.

NOTE: When the center channel is positioned below ear level, it should be angled upward as seen in the diagram above.

PORT TUNING

If you are placing your center channel speaker 6 inches or closer to a wall, bass output can be controlled by reducing the amount of air flow from the rear ports. You can “tune” the bass output by using the room tuning stops provided with your speaker by inserting as shown.

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WARRANTY

Our 10-year parts warranty begins from purchase date of the item (invoice date). For warranty/service issues, please contact your place of purchase. Please keep your original receipt. The warranty covers any production and material defects of product. Warranty registration may be completed at klhaudio.com/warranty

The following is NOT COVERED by the warranty:

1. Accidents, misuse, poor maintenance, electrical overloads such as lightning or voltage.
2. Repair must be performed by an authorized KLH dealer or service center
3. Incorrect installation of product.
4. Altered serial number.
5. Transportation costs for service call.
6. Purchase of KLH products from unauthorized reseller.

Replacement item cannot exceed the cost of the item under warranty. The supplier is responsible for only repair or replacement.

SPECIFICATIONS

Story Center Channel Speaker

Frequency	response	48Hz-23kHz+/-3dB.
Sensitivity		91dB.
Power	handling	200	watts.
Components	2 x 5.25” Woven Kevlar mid/bass drivers, and 1 high performance
	1”	Anodized	Aluminum	tweeters
Finishes	Walnut Wood Veneer or Black Oak Wood Veneer
Impedance	8Ω
Crossover	point	2.4kHz.
Dimensions:	7” x 19” x 9.5” (H x W x D)
Weight:		16	lbs.

KLH

984 Logan Street, Suite 301

Noblesville, IN 46060

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