Minima Amator II - Speaker Sonus Faber - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Acoustic speaker
Brand	Sonus Faber
Model	Minima Amator II
Category	Bookshelf speaker
Included accessories	Manual, photographic book, cleaning kit, 2 magnetic masks, 2 fabric dust covers, 2 plastic protective caps, 4 jumpers
Connections	Terminals accepting spade connectors, bare wire, and banana connectors
Connection modes	Standard (simple wiring), bi-wiring, bi-amping
Recommended placement	Minimum distance of 100 cm from side walls, 1 m from rear wall, distance between speakers ≥ 1.8 m, listening height ~1.1 m
Cabinet materials	Wood (natural finish)
Maintenance	Clean with a soft (microfiber) cloth, possibly moistened with the provided liquid; gently brush dust; do not use chemicals, wax, or alcohol
Safety	Do not place objects containing water; avoid strong electromagnetic fields; keep a safety distance of at least 50 cm from children; do not expose to heat sources or sunlight
Warranty	Covers manufacturing defects according to the regulations of the country of purchase
Support	Contact the dealer or official Sonus Faber distributor; email: [e-mail]; online registration at sonusfaber.com
Spare parts and repairability	Included accessories; for any repair, contact an authorized Sonus Faber service center; do not disassemble or modify the product yourself
General information	Read the manual carefully before installation; keep the original packaging for transport; online registration recommended

Frequently Asked Questions - Minima Amator II Sonus Faber

How to unpack the Minima Amator II speakers?

Use a utility knife to open the package without inserting the blade too deeply. Hold the speaker firmly with both hands, preferably with two people. Keep the packaging for future transport. Do not wear jewelry to avoid scratches.

What is the content of the Minima Amator II packaging?

The packaging contains a pair of speakers, a manual, a photographic book, a cleaning kit, two magnetic masks, two fabric dust covers, two plastic protective caps, and four jumpers.

How to position the speakers in the room?

Place the speakers at least 100 cm from side walls and 1 m from the rear wall. The distance between speakers must be at least 1.8 m. Orient the speaker axes toward the listening point to form an isosceles triangle. The recommended listening height is about 1.1 m.

What is the minimum recommended distance between the speakers and the listening point?

There is no fixed distance, but a good approach is to divide the room into three thirds: place the speakers on the first line and the listening point on the second. The distance between speakers must be at least 1.8 m and the listening height 1.1 m.

How to perform a standard connection (simple wiring)?

Use a single stereo amplifier or two monophonic amplifiers with one pair of cables. Connect the terminals respecting polarity. The jumpers must be in place. Tighten the terminals well.

What is bi-wiring and how to do it?

Bi-wiring improves detail resolution in low frequencies. Remove the jumpers between the terminals. Use a single amplifier with two pairs of cables: one pair for low frequencies and one for high frequencies. Refer to figure 6 in the manual.

What is bi-amping?

Bi-amping brings more dynamics and bass control. Use two stereo amplifiers or four monophonic amplifiers (preferably identical). Remove the jumpers and connect each amplifier to a specific terminal block (low/high frequencies). See figure 7.

How to maintain and clean the speakers?

Use a soft microfiber cloth, possibly slightly dampened with the provided liquid. For dust, a soft brush. Never use wax, detergents, or alcohol. Avoid exposure to sunlight and heat sources.

What to do in case of failure or malfunction?

First check the connections. If the problem persists, contact the dealer or Sonus Faber after-sales service at [e-mail]. Keep the proof of purchase and original packaging for possible transport.

Where to find technical support for the Minima Amator II?

You can contact your dealer, the official Sonus Faber distributor in your country (list at sonusfaber.com/distributori-store), or directly the after-sales service by email at [e-mail]. Remember to register your product at sonusfaber.com.

USER MANUAL Minima Amator II Sonus Faber

1.1 Information for users 9
1.2 Warranty and after sales support 9

2 Safety information 10

3 Installation 10

3.1 Unpacking 10

3.1.1 Content of the packaging 11

3.2 Assembly 11

3.3 Speakers in the environment 11

3.3.1 Positioning the speakers 11

3.4 Connections 12

3.4.1 Standard connection (single wiring) 12
3.4.2 Bi-wiring 12
3.4.3 Bi-amping 12

4 Maintenance and cleaning
5 Technical specifications
6 Illustrations 27

1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 INFORMATION FOR USERS

Dear Customer,

We would like to thank and congratulate you for having chosen Minima Amator II speakers for listening to your favourite Music.

Minima Amator II speakers are designed to immediately meet our customers' highest expectations. As our aim is to ensure you get the best possible listening result in full safety, please read this instruction manual carefully before installation.

Should you have any doubts or enquiries, please contact your sales point's technical staff, the official Sonus Faber distributor in your country, or Sonus Faber directly by writing to [e-mail].

Finally, we highly suggest registering online with the website www.sonusfaber.com in order to keep up to date on all the latest news, initiatives and promotions offered by Sonus Faber.

Enjoy

your

music

1.2 WARRANTY AND AFTER SALES SUPPORT

Minima Amator II loudspeakers are designed and manufactured according to the highest quality standards. Should, however, a fault or a malfunction occur, the loudspeakers are covered by warranty, in compliance with the regulations in force in the country where the loudspeakers were purchased.

In such cases, please contact the Sonus faber dealer from whom you purchased your loudspeakers, or the official Sonus faber distributor for your country; the contact information for all the distributors can be found on our website:

• https://www.sonusfaber.com/distributori-store/
• https://www.sonusfaber.com/en/distributors-stores/

The following should also be kept in mind for your convenience:

• The warranty on the loudspeakers covers any manufacturing defects;
• Keep the receipt as proof of purchase to show to the retailer if necessary;
• Keep the loudspeakers' original packaging so that they can be transported without suffering damage if they need to be shipped to an authorised service centre;
• The loudspeakers must be accompanied by a description of the malfunction or defect encountered.

The product's warranty will be void under the following conditions:

• If the product has been disassembled or modified by persons other than a Sonus faber authorised service centre;
• If the product has been used in a manner that is not consistent with the indications contained within this manual.

2 SAFETY INFORMATION

• This instruction manual must be read carefully and kept in an accessible location for any needs that may arise.
• Adjust the stand support feet, when used, in such a way as to obtain the best possible stability.
• Avoid placing heavy objects upon the loudspeaker, as these can compromise its stability.
• If the loudspeakers are to be positioned upon a raised support surface (e.g. mezzanines, wooden boosters, etc.), check beforehand to make sure that the surface is capable of bearing the weight. Also make sure that there is sufficient friction to prevent the loudspeakers from moving due to the vibrations from it generated under normal operating conditions.
• Do not place any objects containing flammable liquids, substances, or liquefiable substances upon the loudspeaker.
• Use one of the connection diagrams contained in this instruction manual. The connection of two or more loudspeakers in parallel can damage your amplifier. If in doubt, contact your dealer.
• Avoid staying in close proximity to the loudspeakers while the audio system is operating at high volume. This can cause permanent damage to your hearing. Children must be kept at a safety distance of least 50 cm from the loudspeaker.
• The speakers generate an electromagnetic field that is harmless to humans and pets, but can compromise the proper functionality of electronic equipment, such as CRT monitors or TVs, when placed in close proximity. If this occurs, increase the equipment's distance from the loudspeakers. Do not place credit cards or other similar magnetic stripe cards on the loudspeaker.
• The technology underlying the speakers' functionality is based on the principles of electromagnetism, and the user should therefore avoid operating equipment that generates strong electromagnetic fields, as these could affect the loudspeaker's proper functionality. Avoid placing transmitting devices such as mobile phones, cordless phones, intercom systems etc. on top of the loudspeakers.
• Do not connect the loudspeakers directly to a constant voltage sound distribution system (100 V, 70.7 V or similar). This could result in a serious system overload, with possible damage to the loudspeaker and/or the amplifier.
• Do not place audio cables and electrical power cables in close proximity to one another. An electromagnetic field is present in the vicinity of the power cables, which can cause an unpleasant humming noise. If this should occur, move the audio cables and electrical power cables away from each other.

3 INSTALLATION

3.1 UNPACKING

Proceed with unpacking as indicated below, making reference to the images in Chapter 6, Figure 1 A, B, C, D and E: Respect the following general indications:

• Use a paper cutter to open the packaging. Do not insert the blade too deep to avoid damaging the contents.
- Keep all the packaging elements for any future transport operations.
- Do not wear any watches, bracelets, rings, etc., in order to avoid scratching the loudspeakers and their finishes. The same care must be taken in order to protect the loudspeakers from any metal elements present on the clothes you are wearing, such as zippers, buttons, belt clasps, rivets, etc.

	Hold the loudspeakers securely with both hands in order to avoid dropping them.The indicated operations can be performed more safely and conveniently by two people.
	The packaging materials can cause pollution.These materials must not be disposed of as domestic waste, and must be brought to a waste collection and recycling centre.
	Do not leave the packaging materials within the reach of children!They could pose a risk of poisoning or suffocation if ingested.

3.1.1 CONTENT OF THE PACKAGING

As well as the pair of loudspeakers, the packaging also includes:

• 1 Manual
• 1 Photo book
• 1 Cleaning kit
  • 2 Magnetic grilles
  • 2 Fabric dust guards
• 2 Plastic guards
• 4 Jumpers

If one or more of these items is missing, notify the retailer from whom the product was purchased.

3.2 ASSEMBLY

Refer to the images in Chapter 6, Figure 2.

3.3 SPEAKERS IN THE ENVIRONMENT

The Minima Amator II Speakers are designed to be easily inserted within the listening environment. In order to obtain excellent performance, refer to the images in Chapter 6, Figure 3 and 4.

The conformation of the listening environment and the loudspeakers positioning can affect the entire audio system's performance.

For example, basically, a room with irregular shape can improve the response within the listening environment, since they limit the formation of standing waves, while a room with a parallelepiped shape is potentially more suitable to generate balanced sound images.

The presence of carpets and curtains positively affect the acoustics of the environment, contributing to the absorption of the first reflections and the lowering of reverberation.

There are no fixed and universally-applicable rules for every environment. Nevertheless, one good approach to positioning the loudspeakers within the listening environment is to start by dividing the listening environment's floor plan, assuming a rectangular shape, into three areas with equal surface, as indicated by the dotted lines in Figure 3.

Position the loudspeakers on the first line (A), at an adequate distance from the lateral walls, and position the listening point on the second line (B).

In this way, undesired acoustic effects, deriving from intense first reflections, which would be generated with loudspeakers positioned in proximity of the walls and corners of the room, are minimised.

Fig. 4 shows how the loudspeakers' axis should converge toward the listening position by crossing over top of it, thus creating the classic "isosceles triangle" stereophonic configuration. This measure, which consists in positioning the loudspeakers in such a way as to literally point them towards the listener's ears, allows significant improvement in the focus of the stereophonic image.

Given that the illustrated procedure, which is aimed at creating quasi-ideal listening conditions, cannot be applied by all of our customers due to objective problems linked to the organization of the living environment, it is recommended to position the two loudspeakers away from the corners of the room, and at a distance of at least 1 m from the end walls.

The two loudspeakers should be at least 1.8 metres apart from each other. The listening point should be at a height of approximately 1.1 metres off the ground.

The distance between the loudspeakers themselves, and between the loudspeakers and the listening point, can be subsequently adjusted as desired.

3.4 CONNECTIONS

Refer to the images in Chapter 6, Figure 5,6 and 7.

After the loudspeakers have been positioned, their connections must be completed.

The connections must be made with the equipment turned off!

The terminals allow for connections using cables with spade terminals, stripped cable, or banana plugs. The Minima Amator II loudspeakers' terminals are equipped with jumpers, which allow the loudspeakers to be connected as follows. Depending on the pre-selected method of connection, said jumpers may have to be removed.

The accurate tightening and periodic inspection of the terminals can help to improve performance.

3.4.1 STANDARD CONNECTION (SINGLE WIRING)

Use a single stereo amplifier or one pre-amplifiers coupled with a pair of power cables. Make the connections as indicated in Figure 5.

3.4.2 BI-WIRING

This connection layout serves to increase the overall sound quality, particularly the regarding detail resolution at low frequencies.

Use a single stereo amplifier or one pre-amplifier coupled with two pairs of power cables. Remove the jumpers between the terminals and make the connections as indicated in Fig. 6.

3.4.3 BI-AMPING

Bi-amplification generally improves the sound quality, and particularly ensures greater dynamics and control of the bass frequencies.

Use two stereo amplifiers or one pre-amplifier (of the same brand and model, if possible) and two pairs of power cables. Remove the jumpers between the terminals and make the connections as indicated in Fig. 7.

4 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

The Minima Amator II loudspeakers do not require any particular maintenance operations, except for periodic general cleaning. In order to preserve the loudspeakers' finish, cover them with the supplied fabric dust-protection sheet, especially if the loudspeakers are not expected to be used for an extended period of time.

Risk of damage to the loudspeaker's cabinet!

Do not use cleaning products, furniture wax, liquid detergents, or alcohol. Do not use rough cloths.

Do not use products like waxes or detergents to clean the wood parts, as these could stain or damage the wood or the loudspeakers themselves.

Use a soft cloth (e.g. microfibre, like that supplied), and moisten it slightly with the liquid supplied in the cleaning kit, if necessary.

Wood is a natural living material that can be affected by the environmental conditions. We recommend positioning the loudspeakers away from heat sources or windows, above all during the summer months. Avoid exposing the loudspeakers to direct sunlight.

Use a soft brush to eliminate any dust that may have accumulated on the cabinet, the front panels, and the loudspeakers themselves, taking care not to damage the loudspeakers' delicate membranes.

These measures will help you to keep your loudspeakers' working perfectly for years to come. Time will help improve the sound by breaking in the speakers' moving parts (membranes and suspensions), and the acoustic chamber will become accustomed to music being played the more it is used - much like what happens with acoustic string instruments!

INHALTSANGABE

3.4 Raccordements 24

3.4.1 Raccordement standard (câblage simple) 24

3.4.2 Bi-câblage 24

3.4.3 Bi-amping 24

System	2-way bookshelf vented loudspeaker system
Cabinet	High rigidity spread resonance spectrum system obtained through 20 sheets of Solid walnut (each 25mm thick). Leather covered baffle and back panel
Tweeter	H28 XTR2-04 Sonus faber design silk dome 28 mm (1,1 in) “Arrow Point” DADTM tweeter
Midwoofer	MW15 XT 04, Sonus faber design custom diaphragm made with cellulose pulp and other natural fibers, 150 mm (6 in)
Crossover	Anti-resonant design, optimized amplitude and phase responses for optimal space/time performance.Paracross topologyTM.Crossover point: 2.500 Hz @-6dB
Frequency Response	50 Hz – 35.000 Hz
Sensitivity	87 dB SPL
Nominal Impedance	4 ohm
Suggested amplifier power output	35 – 100 W, without clipping
Long-Term Max Input Voltage (IEC 268-5)	20 Vrms
Dimensions HxWxD	325 x 200 x 274.5 mm / 12.8 x 7.8 x 10.8 in
Weight	7.1 Kg / 15.7 lb

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