Motion 12 - Speaker Martin Logan - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Motion 12 Martin Logan

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WARNING!

• Refer servicing to a qualified technician.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this module to moisture.
- Turn amplifier off should any abnormal conditions occur.
- Do not drive speaker beyond its rated power.

The lightning bolt flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of potentially "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of electric shock.

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 appliance.

13AUG2005

In accordance with the European Union WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive effective August 13, 2005, we would like to notify you that this product may contain regulated materials which upon disposal, according to the WEEE directive, require special reuse and recycling processing. For this reason Martin Logan has arranged with our distributors in European Union member nations to collect and recycle this product at no cost to you.

To find your local distributor please contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product, email [e-mail] or visit the distributor locator at www.martinlogan.com.

Please note, only this product itself falls under the WEEE directive. When disposing of packaging and other related shipping materials we encourage you to recycle these items through the normal channels.

Connection

Assembly and Placement.

Installing the Grill Covers....4
Break In 4
Placement....4
Toe-In 5
Solid Footing....5

Frequently Asked Questions.

Troubleshooting

Contacting Customer Service

General Information

Warranty Information .....7
Serial Number....7
Service 7

Specifications

Dimensional Drawings

MartinLogan Motion 10 .....9
MartinLogan Motion 12 ..... 10

Serial Number:

Record your serial number here for easy reference. You will need this information when filling out your warranty registration. The serial number is located near the binding posts and on the product carton.

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CONNECTION

WARNING! Turn your amplifier off before making or breaking any signal connections!

These speakers are designed with easy-to-use push-style binding posts that accept bare wire or pins (fig. 2). Additionally, by removing the rubber inserts, they will accept banana plugs (fig. 3)

Assign the same color to the (+) and (−) terminals on both the speaker and the amplifier. Make certain that all connections are tight.

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ASSEMBLY AND PLACEMENT

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INSTALLING THE GRILL COVERS

To install this speaker's magnetic grill covers simply move them into place (Fig. 4).

BREAK IN

Allow approximately 72 hours of break-in at 90 dB (moderate listening levels) before any critical listening.

PLACEMENT

Although your speakers are designed to deliver a superb sonic performance when placed close to a wall, you may notice improved imaging and detail if you are able to place the speakers (measured from the tweeter and woofers) 2–3 feet from the front wall and 2 or more feet from the side walls (Fig. 5).

TOE-IN

To achieve superior stereo imaging we recommend that you aim them towards the primary listening position.

SOLID FOOTING

With the use of the included MiniETC™ (Energy Transfer Coupler) spikes, your speakers will be firmly planted on the floor, bass will tighten, and imaging will become more coherent. To avoid floor damage, do not implement the spikes until you are secure in the positioning. MiniETC spikes use a standard 1/4 - 20 thread.

Spike Installation Instructions (Fig. 6):

1) Carefully lay your speaker on its side.

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2) Remove existing feet or spikes. Thread new spikes into holes and screw them in all of the way. If the speaker does not sit level loosen one spike until level is achieved.

3) Tighten the jam nut snugly by hand. Do not over tighten the nut.

4) Right the speaker. Caution: Make sure your hands and any cabling are clear of the spikes. Do not slide speaker as spikes are sharp and can damage your floor or carpet.

5) Adjust to level by rotating spikes. Tighten the jam nut securely when satisfied that speaker is level. Caution: "Walking" the speaker may result in a broken spike.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I clean my speakers?

Use a dust free cloth (such as a micro fiber cloth) or a soft brush to remove dust from your speakers. Do not spray any kind of cleaning agent on or in close proximity to the drivers.

Could you suggest a list of suitable electronics and cables ideal for MartinLogan speakers?

We have no favorites and use electronics and cables quite interchangeably. We would suggest listening to a number of brands—and above all else—trust your ears. Dealers are always the best source for information when purchasing additional audio equipment.

Is there likely to be any interaction between my speakers and the television in my A/V system?

Yes. These speakers are not shielded and should be kept at least 2 feet away from a CRT television.

Will exposure to sunlight affect the life or performance of my speakers?

We recommend against placing any loudspeaker in direct sunlight. Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can cause deterioration of cabinet, speaker cones, etc. Small exposures to UV will not cause a problem. Filtering of UV rays through glass will greatly reduce the negative effects.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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• Check that all system components are turned on and source material is playing.
• Check speaker wires and connections.
• Check all interconnecting cables.
• If you are unable to resolve your problem, please contact your dealer or MartinLogan customer service (see below).

CONTACTING CUSTOMER SERVICE

MartinLogan customer service is available Monday–Friday between the hours of 8am–5pm (central time) by calling [phone] or by emailing [e-mail].

GENERAL INFORMATION

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Your speakers are provided with an automatic Limited 90 Day Warranty coverage. You have the option, at no additional charge, to receive a Limited 5 Year Warranty coverage. To obtain the Limited 5 Year Warranty coverage you need to complete and return the Certificate of Registration to MartinLogan within 30 days of purchase. For your convenience MartinLogan also offers online warranty registration at www.martinlogan.com.

MartinLogan may not honor warranty service claims unless we have a completed Warranty Registration card on file! If you did not receive a Certificate of Registration with your new speakers you cannot be assured of having received new units. If this is the case, please contact your authorized MartinLogan dealer.

SERIAL NUMBER

Serial number is located on back of the speaker, directly beneath the binding posts. The serial number may also be found on the product carton.

SERVICE

Should you use your MartinLogan product in a country other than the one in which it was originally purchased, we ask that you note the following:

1 The appointed MartinLogan distributor for any given country is responsible for warranty servicing only on units distributed by or through it in that country in accordance with its applicable warranty.

2 Should a MartinLogan product require servicing in a country other than the one in which it was originally purchased, the end user may seek to have repairs performed by the nearest MartinLogan distributor, subject to that distributor's local servicing policies, but all cost of repairs (parts, labor, transportation) must be borne by the owner of the MartinLogan product.

3 If, after owning your speaker for six months, you relocate to a country other than the one in which you purchased your speaker, your warranty may be transferable. Contact MartinLogan for details.

SPECIFICATIONS*	MARTINLOGAN MOTION 10	MARTINLOGAN MOTION 12
Frequency Response	.65–25,000 Hz ± 3 dB	40–25,000 Hz ± 3 dB
Dispersion	80° × 80°	80° × 80°
Sensitivity	.90 dB @ 2.83 volts/ meter	92 dB @ 2.83 volts/ meter
Impedance	.4 Ohms. Compatible with 4, 6 or 8 Ohm rated amplifiers.	4 Ohms. Compatible with 4, 6 or 8 Ohm rated amplifiers.
Crossover Frequency	3,000 Hz	300 & 3,000 Hz
High Frequency Driver	.1" × 1.4" (2.6cm × 3.6cm)Folded Motion Transducer with 5.25" × 1.75" (13.3cm × 4.4cm) diaphragm.	1" × 1.4" (2.6cm × 3.6cm)Folded Motion Transducer with 5.25" × 1.75" (13.3cm × 4.4cm) diaphragm.
Mid Frequency Driver		5.25" (13.3cm) paper cone with cast aluminum basket.Open back dipole.
Low Frequency Drivers	Two 5.25" (13.3cm) paper cone with cast aluminum basket.Non-resonant asymmetrical chamber format.	Two 6.5" (16.5cm) paper cone with cast aluminum basket. Non-resonant asymmetrical chamber format.
Cabinet	Ported	Ported with dipole mid-range.
Components	Custom air core coil and low DCR steel laminate inductors. Polyester film capacitors in series and low DF electrolytic capacitors in parallel.Tweeter thermal/current protection.	Custom air core coil and low DCR steel laminate inductors. Polyester film capacitors in series and low DF electrolytic capacitors in parallel.Tweeter thermal/current protection.
Recommended Amp Power	20–200 watts	20–300 watts
Binding Post Inputs	Push style with banana jacks	Push style with banana jacks
Weight	.22 lbs. (10.kg)	36 lbs. (16.3 kg)
Dimensions (HxWxD)	.35.1" × 9.9" × 10"(89.1cm × 25.1cm × 25.4cm)	42.8" × 7" × 14.1"(108.7cm × 17.8cm × 35.8cm)

DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS MARTINLOGAN MOTION 10

9.9" (25.1cm) 10" (25.4cm)

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21.3" (54.2cm) 27.1" (68.9cm) 32.8" (83.4cm)

34.2" (87cm) 35.1" (89.1cm) 0.8" 7.3" (18.5cm)

(2.1cm)

DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS MARTINLOGAN MOTION 12

14.1" (35.8cm) 7" (17.8cm)

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8.9" (22.7cm) 16.3" (41.5cm) 35.3" (89.5cm) 40.4" (102.5cm)

42" (106.6cm) 42.8" (108.7cm) 10.3" 0.8" (26.3cm) (2.1cm)

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MARTIN LOGAN®

The Great American Speaker Company

Lawrence, Kansas, USA tel [phone] fax [phone] www.martinlogan.com

P/N: 9500020

Rev. #051210©2010 MartinL

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AVERTISSEMENT!

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RACCORDEMENT

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MONTAGE ET POSITIONNEMENT

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INSTALLATION DES COUVERCLES DE GRILLE

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21,3 po (54,2cm) 27,1 po (68,9cm) 32,8 po (83,4cm)

34,2 po (87cm) 35,1 po (89,1cm) 0,8 po (2,1cm) 7,3 po (18,5cm)

PLANS DIMENSIONNELS

MARTINLOGAN MOTION 12

14,1 po (35,8cm) 7 po (17,8cm)

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8,9 po (22,7cm) 16,3 po (41,5cm) 35,3 po (89,5cm) 40,4 po (102,5cm)

42 po (106,6cm) 42,8 po (108,7cm) 10,3 po (26,3cm) 0,8 po (2,1cm)

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Rev. #051210©2010 MartinL