Take Classic 5 Pack - Speaker Energy - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Take Classic 5 Pack Energy

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 ONLY 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 apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

10. USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,

or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

11. DO NOT expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with

liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus. The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

WARNING: No naked flame sources – such as candles – should be placed on the product.

InTrODuCTIOn Congratulations on your purchase of ENERGY

speakers! Proprietary technol- ogy and high quality manufacturing will allow you to enjoy the most natural and accurate music reproduction for many years. The advice offered in this manual is aimed at helping you maximize and maintain peak performance, and therefore, your listening satisfaction. Please take the time to read all of the instructions contained in this manual to make certain your system is properly installed and functioning correctly. COMPany BaCKGrOunD 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. CaBIneT Care Great care and craftsmanship has gone into the construction and finish of the cabinet. Periodically use a soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints. Do not use paper towels or other abrasive materials as it may damage the finish. NOTE: Please retain the carton and packing material for your ENERGY

products, to protect them in the event of a move or if they need to be shipped to a service center. Product received damaged by a service center that has been shipped by the end user in other than the original packaging will be repaired, refurbished and properly packaged for return shipment, at the end user’s expense. SPeaKer PLaCeMenT FRONT SPEAKER PLACEMENT (DIAGRAM 1) For best stereo imaging, the left and right speakers should be the same distance from their respective side walls. If the distance from one speaker to the listener is very different from the other it can affect the soundstage or stereo imaging. Therefore, the ideal position is having the speakers equidistant to the listener. A general guideline for speaker placement is to set up the space between speak- er and listener at approximately 1-1/2 times the distance between the speakers. For example, if the speakers are placed a minimum of 6-feet (1.8m) apart (the absolute minimum), the best seating position would be 9-feet (2.4m) away. CENTER CHANNEL PLACEMENT (DIAGRAM 1) A center channel can be expected to reproduce as much as 60% of a movie’s soundtrack, most of which is dialogue. In order to maintain the effect of voices emanating from the actor’s mouth, the center speaker should be centrally located between the left and right main channels and placed above or below the televi- sion. Be sure that the center speaker’s front baffle is flush with the front face of the television or cabinet to maximize dispersion. SURROUND SPEAKER PLACEMENT (DIAGRAM 1) The surround speakers can be positioned in a variety of locations. The surround placement is usually dictated by the room, where the walls and room boundaries happen to be, and where speaker cable can be easily run. The most common surround speaker locations are the following: Side walls: For best results in side wall mounting applications, position the speakers adjacent to and slightly behind the primary listening area at a height of approximately 6 feet. Rear walls: For best results mounting on a rear wall, position the speakers so they flank the main listening area and point towards the front of the room. They should be raised to a height of approximately 6 feet and should ideally have a space of 6 feet between them. WALL MOUNT OPTIONS (DIAGRAM 1A) The Take Classic system can be wall mounted using the keyhole or threaded insert on the back. The threaded insert is an imperial 1/4-20 thread and should be compatible with various aftermarket mounting systems. SPeaKer COnneCTIOnS Caution: *Turn off all power in your audio/video system before proceeding with your installation. Not doing so could result in potential damage to the system. CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS (DIAGRAM 2) On the rear of your ENERGY

Take Classic speakers are red and black 5-way binding posts. Using standard speaker wire, connect the system one channel at a time, and start your process at the receiver. Connect the speaker wire from the positive (RED+) terminal on the receiver to the positive (RED+) terminal on the speaker. Connect the negative (BLACK-) terminal on the receiver to the negative (BLACK-) terminal on the speaker. Do this one channel at a time until all of your speakers are connected properly. Be careful to correctly match positive and nega- tive, as well as the correct speaker to the correct channel. NOTE: If you inadvertently reverse one of the connections (i.e, red to black), you will notice a severe lack of bass from your system. This is called wiring the system “Out of Phase”. If this occurs, check the wiring and re-connect as necessary. 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.reCOMMenDaTIOnS RECEIVER SETTINGS The recommended setting for the front, rear and center speakers is the “small” position. 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.

Warning: If an amplifier or receiver is over-driven, the resulting distortion is actu-

ally many times greater than its rated power. Over-driven amplifier distortion is called “Clipping”, easily identified by its fuzzy, distorted sound, and can damage any speaker. The volume control of most amplifiers and receivers is a logarithmic type, which means that full power may be reached with the volume control set at as little as the halfway point. Operating the loudness, treble, or bass controls increases power output well beyond rated levels. The warranty on your speakers is therefore void if the voice coils are burned or damaged as a result of overpow- ering or clipping. WarranTy – u.S. anD CanaDa Klipsch Group, Inc. (“KGI”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that this product is to be free from defective materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase, if it is properly used and maintained. If this product proves defective in either material or workmanship, KGI, at its option, will (a) repair the product, or (b) replace the product, at no charge for parts or labor. If the product model is no longer available and cannot be re- paired effectively or replaced with an identical model, KGI at its sole option may replace the unit with a current model of equal or greater value. In some cases, modification to the mounting surface may be required where a new model is substituted. KGI assumes no responsibility or liability for such modification. To obtain a repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty, please return to dealer first, if possible, and they will direct you accordingly for repairs or replacement. You will be required to submit a copy of the original receipt. Limitations:

• This limited warranty does not cover failure of the product resulting from improper installation, misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, mishandling or wear from ordinary use or environmental deterioration.

• This limited warranty does not cover cosmetic damage, including paint damage, or consequential damage to other components or premises which may result for any reason from the failure of the product.

• This limited warranty is null and void for products not used in accordance with KGI’s instructions.

• This limited warranty is null and void for products with altered or missing serial numbers and for products not purchased from an authorized dealer.

• This limited warranty terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer this product to another party. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE, JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION OR COUNTRY TO COUNTRY. KGI’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS, KGI DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, FOR THE PRODUCT. FOR U.S. CUSTOMERS, ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN TIME TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES, JURISDICTIONS OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, OR LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITIONS LASTS, SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. KGI DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, CONSE- QUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY LIABILITY FOR THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES OR FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE. THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY FOR WHICH KGI MAY BE RESPONSIBLE WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE SUBJECT OF THE CLAIM. SOME STATES, JURISDICTIONS OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITA- TION OF SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. WarranTy OuTSIDe The u.S. anD CanaDa The Warranty on this product if it is sold to a consumer outside of the United States and Canada shall comply with applicable law. To obtain any applicable warranty service, please contact the dealer from which you purchased this product, or the distributor that supplied this product. PrODuCT reGISTraTIOn Register your Energy Speakers at energy-speakers.com/register. fCC anD CanaDa eMC COMPLIanCe InfOrMaTIOn: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in-stalled and used in accordance with the instruc- tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Approved under the verification provision of FCC Part 15 as a Class B Digital Device. Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this device. THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. CET APPAREIL NUMéRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME à LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. eu COMPLIanCe InfOrMaTIOn: Eligible to bear the CE mark, Conforms to European Union EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.Weee nOTICe Note: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU) and Norway. This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 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. Energy is a registered trademark of Audio Products International Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of Klipsch Group, Inc.frenCh - COnSIGneS De SÉCurITÉ IMPOrTanTeS

20 - 100 Watts Continuous

Finish High Gloss Black Inputs Mini 5-Way Binding Posts Mounting Options Built-in keyhole slot and threaded insert (1/4" – 20)