Sib Evo Pack 5.1 - Hi-fi system FOCAL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	5.1 home cinema system
Brand	Focal
Model	Sib Evo Pack 5.1
Composition	5 Sib Evo satellite speakers, 1 Cub Evo subwoofer, 2 wall mounting systems, 1 key, 1 anti-slip sticker, instruction manuals
Satellite speaker type	2-way bass-reflex
Drivers (satellite)	13 cm Polyflex woofer, 19 mm fabric dome tweeter
Frequency response (satellite)	70 Hz - 25 kHz (+/-3 dB)
-6 dB cut-off (satellite)	66 Hz
Sensitivity (satellite)	90 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
Nominal impedance (satellite)	6 ohms
Crossover frequency (satellite)	3.5 kHz
Recommended amplifier (satellite)	25 - 200 W
Dimensions (H × W × D) satellite	252 × 162 × 162 mm
Unit weight satellite	1.8 kg
Subwoofer	Cub Evo subwoofer (see specific manual)
Use as center speaker	Possible in horizontal position with supplied anti-slip sticker
Wall mounting	Yes, with supplied brackets (screws included)
Adjustable tilt	Yes, via screw under the base
Break-in period	Approximately 20 hours at medium level, with bass-rich programs
Maintenance	Dust with dry microfiber cloth; clean stains only with damp microfiber cloth
Warranty	Mandatory online registration at www.focal.com/warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - Sib Evo Pack 5.1 FOCAL

How to install the Sib Evo 5.1 pack?

Unpack the 5 Sib Evo satellites, the Cub Evo subwoofer and accessories. Place the left and right front speakers at equal distance from the listening point, the center speaker horizontally with the anti-slip sticker, the surround speakers at the rear or on the sides. Connect each satellite to the amplifier respecting polarity (+/-). Set the amplifier to 'Small' mode and a crossover frequency of 80 Hz.

How to adjust the speaker tilt?

Unscrew the screw under the base, tilt the speaker according to your listening point, then re-tighten. For a listening distance of less than 2 meters, tilt backward; beyond 2.5 meters, tilt forward. The Sib Evo Dolby Atmos speakers are pre-set but adjustable.

Can I use a Sib Evo satellite as a center speaker?

Yes. Unscrew the rubber base, stick the supplied anti-slip adhesive, then position the speaker horizontally centering it on its base. Orient the logo vertically by rotating it clockwise.

How to fix the speakers to the wall?

Remove the base by unscrewing the fixing screw. Pass the cable through the wall bracket, fix the bracket to the wall with the 3 supplied screws. Position the speaker on the bracket and screw with the set-aside screw. Adjust the orientation then tighten the ball joint screw with the supplied key.

What cables to use for connection?

Use a hi-fi quality speaker cable, cross-section 0.75 to 2 mm². One of the conductors must be visually marked. Connect the '+' terminals of the amp to the '+' terminals of the speaker, and likewise for the '-'.

Is there a break-in period?

Yes, the speakers require approximately 20 hours of operation at medium level on bass-rich musical programs to stabilize their mechanical and sonic characteristics.

How to clean the speakers?

Dust with a dry microfiber cloth. For stains, use a damp microfiber cloth only. Never use solvents, detergents, alcohols or abrasive products.

What amplifier configuration do you recommend?

Set the speakers to 'Small' mode in the amplifier menu. If you perform manual settings, use a crossover frequency of 80 Hz. For Dolby Atmos speakers, double the distance of the Atmos drivers relative to the front speakers and adjust the sound level.

Is the pack compatible with Dolby Atmos?

The standard Sib Evo 5.1 pack is not. For Dolby Atmos, choose the Sib Evo Dolby Atmos 5.1.2 pack which includes two speakers with upward-firing driver.

Where to register my warranty?

Register your product online on the Focal website: www.focal.com/warranty. Warranty validation is conditional upon this registration.

USER MANUAL Sib Evo Pack 5.1 FOCAL

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Type Two-way compact bass-reflex loudspeaker
Speaker 5" (13cm) Polyflex woofer	3/4" (19mm) soft dome tweeter
Frequency Response (+/-3dB) 70Hz to 25kHz
Low frequency point -6dB 66Hz
Sensibility (2.83V/1m) 90dB
Nominal Impedance 6 Ohms
Crossover Frequency 3.5kHz
Recommended Amplifier Power 25 - 200W
Dimensions (HxWxD) 9	^15/16"x6 ^3/8"x6 ^3/8" (252x162x162mm)
Weight (unit) 4lbs (1.8kg)

Sib Evo Dolby Atmos®

Front Channel Atmos® Channel
Type	Two-waybass-reflex loudspeaker	Fullrange sealedloudspeaker
Speakers 5" (13cm) Polyflex woofer	3/4" (19mm) soft dometweeter	4" (10cm) full-range speaker
Frequency Response (+/-3dB)	65Hz to 25KHz	90Hz to 20KHz
Low frequency point -6dB	60Hz	75Hz
Sensibility (2.83V/1m)	90dB	90dB
Nominal impedance	6 Ohms	6 Ohms
Crossover Frequency	3.5kHz
Recommended Amplifier Power	25 - 200W
Dimensions (HxWxD)	11^5/8" × 7^11/16" × 7^1/2" (295x195x190mm)
Weight (unit) 7lbs (3.25 kg)

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Package Contents:

Sib Evo 2.0

• 2 Sib Evo satellite loudspeakers pre-mounted to their base
• 2 wall mounting systems
• 1 Allen key
• 1 user manual

Sib Evo Dolby Atmos® 2.0

• 2 Sib Evo Dolby Atmos ^® satellite loudspeakers pre-mounted to their base.
• 2 wall mounting systems
• 1 Allen key
• 1 user manual

Sib Evo 5.1

• 5 Sib Evo satellite loudspeakers pre-mounted to their base
• 2 wall mounting systems
• 1 Allen key
• 1 Cub Evo subwoofer
• 1 slip-resistant sticker for using one of the Sib Evo satellite loudspeakers as a centre loudspeaker
• 1 instruction manual for Sib Evo/Sib Evo Dolby Atmos®
• 1 instruction manual for Cub Evo subwoofer

Sib Evo Dolby Atmos® 5.1.2

• 3 Sib Evo satellite loudspeakers pre-mounted to their base
• 2 Sib Evo Dolby Atmos ^® satellite loudspeakers pre-mounted to their base.
• 2 wall mounting systems
• 1 Allen key
• 1 Cub Evo subwoofer
• 1 slip-resistant sticker for using one of the Sib Evo satellite loudspeakers as a centre loudspeaker
• 1 instruction manual for Sib Evo/Sib Evo Dolby Atmos®
• 1 user manual for Cub Evo subwoofer

Optional: an stand, Hip Evo, is available for Sib Evo and Sib Evo Dolby Atmos ^® satellite loudspeakers.

A - Sib Evo in a Stereo Setup

In order to balance response, place the Sib Evo loudspeakers the same distance away from the listening point. A minimum height of 30" (75cm) is recommended in order to obtain a coherent soundstage (fig. A1).

You can adjust the angle of inclination of the loudspeakers according to your listening point.

To adjust the angle of inclination, simply loosen the screw under the base and adjust as required. Once you have the desired angle, tighten the screw to secure the loudspeaker to its base. (fig. A3).

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B - Sib Evo in a 5.1 Home Cinema Setup

1- Centre loudspeaker:

To use the Sib Evo satellite loudspeaker as a centre loudspeaker, unscrew the rubber base from the loudspeaker, stick the slip-resistant sticker in place (as shown in fig. B1) and position the loudspeaker horizontally central to the base (fig. B2). The centre loudspeaker must be positioned the same distance away from the front left and right loudspeakers. Turn the logo clockwise until it appears upright (figs. B2 and B3).

2- Adjusting the angle of inclination:

Sib Evo is supplied with the base pre-mounted.

However, you can adjust the angle of inclination of the loudspeaker according to your listening point. To adjust the angle of inclination, simply loosen the screw under the base and adjust as required as shown above. Once you have the desired angle, tighten the screw to secure the loudspeaker to its base (fig. A3).

C - Sib Evo in a 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos® Home Cinema Setup

The 5.1.2 pack features two Sib Evo Dolby Atmos ^® satellite loudspeakers certified by Dolby. These satellite loudspeakers are equipped with two speaker drivers, one of which is fired towards the ceiling to provide Dolby Atmos ^® effects. Dolby Atmos ^® technology offers true 3D sound by including a vertical dimension, that's to say the propagation of sound waves emitted from a new source: the ceiling. This new dimension provides even more precision and realism for a multichannel experience worthy of cinemas (figs. C1 et C2).

1- Centre loudspeaker:

To use the Sib Evo satellite loudspeaker as a centre loudspeaker, unscrew the rubber base from the loudspeaker, stick the slip-resistant sticker in place (as shown in fig. B1) and position the loudspeaker horizontally central to the base (fig. B2). The centre loudspeaker must be positioned the same distance away from the front left and right loudspeakers. Turn the logo clockwise until it appears upright (figs. B2 and B3).

2- Adjusting the angle of inclination:

All the loudspeakers in the Sib Evo packs are supplied with their bases pre-mounted.

The Sib Evo Dolby Atmos® loudspeaker is already mounted to its base according to Dolby Atmos® recommendations.

However, you can adjust the angle of inclination of the loudspeaker according to your listening point.

- For a listening point less than 6.5 feet away (2m): tilt the loudspeakers back.

- For a listening point more than 8 feet away (2.5m): tilt the loudspeakers forward.

To adjust the angle of inclination, simply loosen the screw under the base and adjust as required as shown above. Once you have the desired angle, tighten the screw to secure the loudspeaker to its base (fig. A3).

CAUTION: with a Dolby Atmos® installation, it is advised not to have any obstacles (shelves, lights, etc.) less than 3 feet (1m) above the Sib Evo Dolby Atmos® loudspeaker that could impede the reflection of Dolby Atmos® sound off the ceiling.

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D - Wall-Mounting

1- Remove the base from the loudspeaker by unscrewing the screw underneath the base.
Caution: keep the screw to one side as it will be used again in step 3 (fig. D1).
2- Route the cable through the intended opening on the wall-mount and fix to the wall using the 3 screws supplied (fig. D2).
3- Position the loudspeakers on the wall-mount and secure in place using the screw put to the side in step 1 (figs. D2, D3).
4- Connect the cables (see E - Connections).
5- Incline the loudspeaker according to your installation and secure in place by tightening the screw underneath the ball joint using the Allen key supplied (fig. D5).

E - Connections

Connect your Sib loudspeakers to the amplifier using a hi-fi quality cable with a cross-section area of between 0.75mm^2 and 2mm^2 and with the polarity marked on one of the conductors.

Respect the polarity making sure to connect the "+" terminal on the amplifier to the "+" terminal on the corresponding loudspeaker.

Repeat the operation for the "-" terminals (fig. E1).

For the Sib Evo Dolby Atmos ^® satellite speakers, respect the conductors indicated on the back of the satellites, the forward firing speaker driver corresponds to the bottom connectors, and the Dolby Atmos ^® upward-firing speaker driver corresponds to the top connectors (figs. E2, E3).

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F - Audio/video amplifier settings:

We highly recommend configuring your Sib loudspeakers in "SMALL" mode in your audio/video amplifier menu.

Recommendations:

- If your amplifier is equipped with an auto-calibration function, make sure that your amplifier has the latest firmware.

- If you configure the amplifier manually, we highly recommend:

- setting the cut-off frequency to 80Hz.

- doubling the distance of the Atmos® loudspeakers compared to the front speaker drivers.

- increasing the level until you obtain the desired result.

G - Subwoofer

For reproducing low frequencies, we recommend Cub Evo subwoofer.

H - Break-in period

The speaker drivers used in Sib Evo loudspeakers are complex mechanical components which require a break-in period in order to operate at their best and to become acclimatised to the temperature and humidity of your environment. The length of time this takes can vary depending on the conditions and may extend over several weeks.

To reduce this break-in period, we recommend operating your subwoofer for about 20 consecutive hours at medium volume, with music which is rich in bass. Once the loudspeaker's characteristics have totally stabilised, you will be able to enjoy the full potential of your loudspeakers.

I - Maintenance

Only clean Sib Evo loudspeakers with a dry microfibre cloth. If a loudspeaker is dirty, we recommend simply cleaning it with a damp microfibre cloth.

Never use solvents, detergents, alcohol-based or corrosive products, scrapers or scourers to clean the surface of the loudspeaker. Only wipe delicately and never press down hard.

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A - Sib Evo in stereo

B - Sib Evo in Home Cinema 5.1

A - Sib Evo in stereo

B - Sib Evo in Home Cinema 5.1

1- Centrale luidspreker: