MicroPod SE - Speaker SCANDYNA - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Scandyna
Model	MicroPod SE
Product type	Passive loudspeaker
Recommended use	Tweeter positioned at ear level in seated position
Applications	Stereo 2.1, Home Theater 5.1, 6.1, 7.1 (front or surround channels)
Magnetic shielding	Yes, to avoid interference with TV screen
Recessed spike feet	Yes, to prevent vibrations and scratches
Wall mounting	Optional
Connection type	Binding posts (accept up to 4mm diameter conductors or banana plugs)
Impedance	Not specified (compatible with stereo amplifier or AV receiver)
Recommended break-in period	15 to 20 hours at normal listening level before final adjustment
Cleaning	Soft damp cloth (cold water only); do not use solvents or cleaners
Maintenance	Do not touch acoustic components (especially the tweeter)
Environmental compliance	RoHS and WEEE (crossed-out wheelie bin symbol)
Warranty	1 year limited, covers material and manufacturing defects

Frequently Asked Questions - MicroPod SE SCANDYNA

What is the ideal positioning of the MicroPod SE?

Place the MicroPod SE preferably as a tweeter at ear level in a seated position. Use the recessed spike feet or optional wall mount. For a Home Theater system, place the front speakers about 1 meter on each side of the TV, at a height between the center and the top of the screen.

How to connect the MicroPod SE speakers to my amplifier?

Turn off all equipment before connecting. Use the binding posts: connect the red (positive) terminal of the MicroPod SE to the positive terminal of the amplifier, and the black (negative) terminal to the negative terminal. The terminals accept up to 4mm diameter conductors or banana plugs.

Are the MicroPod SE magnetically shielded?

Yes, the main drivers and tweeters are magnetically shielded. You can place them near a TV without risk of electromagnetic interference or image distortion.

What is the recommended break-in period before final adjustment?

Scandyna recommends a break-in period of 15 to 20 hours at normal listening level. This allows the components to stabilize for optimal sound reproduction before deciding on placement and final adjustment.

How to clean the MicroPod SE speakers?

Use a soft damp cloth (with clean cold water only) to dust or clean the lacquered surface. Never use solvents or harsh cleaners. Avoid touching the acoustic components, especially the tweeter, to prevent damage.

What does the limited warranty of the MicroPod SE cover?

The one-year limited warranty covers material and manufacturing defects for the original purchaser. It does not cover damage caused by incorrect transport, misuse, normal wear, power surges, incorrect installation, unauthorized repairs, or acts of God.

How to make a warranty claim?

Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the speakers. You must present the warranty booklet completed and stamped by the dealer or the original invoice with the purchase date. Shipping costs for sending the product for repair are not covered.

Can I use the MicroPod SE as a center speaker in a Home Theater system?

Yes, the MicroPod SE can be used as a speaker for front or surround channels. For a 5.1 setup, place two speakers at the front and two at the rear, with a subwoofer. Refer to the diagrams in the manual for 6.1 and 7.1 configurations.

What type of amplifier is recommended for the MicroPod SE?

The MicroPod SE is compatible with any stereo amplifier or audio-video receiver with speaker output terminals for passive speakers. Ensure that the amplifier's impedance and power are suitable (check your amplifier's specifications).

Is the MicroPod SE compliant with environmental standards?

Yes, it is compliant with RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directives. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on the device indicates that it must be recycled properly.

USER MANUAL MicroPod SE SCANDYNA

White modernist-style speaker with black speaker chamber and three legs, no visible text or symbols

LANGUAGES /

4 English 10 Français

CONGRATULATIONS!

on the purchase of your new MicroPod SE from Scandyna

Thank you for choosing MicroPod SE from Scandyna.

We encourage you to please read this manual to properly acquaint yourself with MicroPod SE and its features.

We hope that you will enjoy the sound of MicroPod SE and welcome you into the Podspeaker family.

ENGLISH /

5 Welcome to a new world of sound Loudspeaker positioning
6 Home Theatre Systems Magnetic interference
7 Connecting your loudspeakers Running-in period Care and cleaning Environmental information
8 Limited warranty

MicroPod SE

Loudspeaker

ENGLISH / Welcome to a new world of sound

MicroPod SE is best used with the tweeters approximately at ear level when seated.

Spikes are enclosed and wall mounting is optional and offers opportunity for optimizing the sound through selecting the height and angle of the loudspeaker position.

If you place the loudspeakers on a shelf or furniture unit, the enclosed feet or spikes should be attached for protection from unwanted resonances and from scratches.

ENGLISH / Loudspeaker positioning

Variations in placement of MicroPod SE can produce significant differences in the way the music sounds. No listening rooms are the same and therefore we encourage you to spend some time experimenting with which placements work best in your listening room. - Trust your ears and be willing to experiment freely.

You can start with our basic recommendations illustrated on the following page:

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Fig. 1 / stereo 2.1 Fig. 2 / surround 5.1 Fig. 3 / surround 6.1 Fig. 4 / surround 7.1

ENGLISH / Home Theatre Systems

MicroPod SE can be used as front channels in a surround sound home theatre system.

Positioning the front loudspeakers within approximately 1 metre of the sides of your TV will create the best sound image in scale with the visual image.

The height of MicroPod SE should ideally be between the centre and top of the TV screen.

If the loudspeakers are to be used for reproducing the surround channels in a multi channel home theatre system, we suggest you place them as illustrated in Figures 2 to 4 depending on the number of channels.

ENGLISH / Magnetic interference

MicroPod SE tweeter and woofer drive units are magnetically shielded ensuring that the magnetic field outside the cabinet, except the front, is too low to cause distortion of the TV picture, and you can place MicroPod SE as close to the TV screen as possible without causing visual interference or electromagnetic interference.

ENGLISH / Connecting your loudspeakers

We recommend that you read the manual of your amplifier or av-receiver carefully before connecting your MicroPod SE loudspeakers. Please switch off all equipment when connecting MicroPod SE. The binding posts on the terminal accepts wire up to ∅ 4mm or cables with bananaplugs.

Make sure that the positive terminal binding posts on MicroPod SE (coloured red) are connected to the positive output terminal binding posts on the amplifier and that the negative terminals on MicroPod SE (coloured black) are connected to the negative output terminal on the amplifier.

connecting cable consists of a round and a square cable. that the square cable is connected to the black binding post and the round connected to the red binding post on both speakers.

You are now ready to enjoy the great sound of MicroPod SE.

ENGLISH / Running-in period

We recommend a running-in period of your new MicroPod SE loudspeaker of approximately 15-20 hours at normal listening level before you decide on the final positioning of the loudspeaker. During the running-in period, the drive units will settle in and perform as intended.

ENGLISH / Care and cleaning

We strongly advise against the use of any solvents or cleaners on the lacquered MicroPod SE cabinet. The cabinet surface usually only requires dusting or cleaning with a damp soft cloth (only use cold clean water). Avoid touching the drive units, especially the tweeter, as damage may result.

ENGLISH / Environmental information

MicroPod SE complies with international directives on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment and the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) - the crossed bin symbol indicates compliance and that the products must be appropriately recycled or processed in accordance with these directives.

ENGLISH / Limited warranty

Dear Customer

This product has been designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards, however if something goes wrong with this product, Scandyna A/S and the country distributor, warrants free replacement parts or repair by the official Scandyna distributor.

This limited warranty is valid for the original owner for a period of one year from the date of purchase and it is not transferable.

What is covered by the limited warranty:

The limited warranty covers all production and material defects of the product, except for the damages stated below.

What is not covered by the limited warranty:

• Damages caused by packing and transport.
- Defect caused by accidents, misuse, normal wear and tear, mis-maintenance, voltage variation and overloading.
• Damages caused by incorrect installation or operation.
- Damages caused by modification or repair by a non-authorized service center and use of non-original spareparts.
- Other damages due to the conditions beyond Scandyna's control such as fire, rain, stroke of lightning, war and other force majeure events.

How to claim parts or repair under warranty:

To have your product serviced under warranty, you must contact the dealer from where you bought the MicroPod SE.

You will need to produce this warranty booklet completed and stamped by your dealer on the date of purchase. Alternatively you will need the original sales invoice or other proof of ownership and date of purchase.

The supplier is liable only to repair or replace defective parts or products.

The supplier is not responsible for indirect losses or damages arising from the use of this product.

Transportation costs for servicing are not covered by this warranty.

A service repair or replacement cannot exceed the value of the product under warranty.

In no event shall the supplier be responsible or liable for special incidental, consequential or indirect damages.

Date of purchase

Dealer name and stamp

FRANÇAIS /

White and black stylized speaker with tripod base (no text or symbols visible)

Scandyna A/S

Jegindoevej 4

DK-8800 Viborg

Denmark

Tel. [phone] / [e-mail] / www.podspeakers.dk

Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.