Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 500 Definitive Technology
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Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a Definitive T echnology PowerMonitor Audio/V ideo Loudspeaker System. This revolu- tionary loudspeaker utilizes state-of-the-art components (cast-.
CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, do not remove the cover or back plate of this device. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to licensed service technicians. Avis: Risque de choc electricque, ne pas ouvrir.
3 The PowerMonitors are very flexible in terms of their positioning and placement requirements. They can be placed on a bookshelf, on or in an entertainment cabinet (in the open or enclosed behind a grille or door with appropriate opening to the room), on a stand, or mounted on the wall.
4 Y our PowerMonitors should sound good right out of the box; howev- er , an extended break-in period of 20-40 hours or more of normal play- ing is required to reach full performancecapability . Break-in allows the suspensions to work in and results in fuller bass, a more open “blossom- ing” midrange and smoother high frequency reproduction.
5 The simplest implementation of use with Dolby Digital is to simply hook-up your PowerMonitors with speaker wire as described above and “tell” your bass management system that you have “Large” left and right front speakers and “no” subwoofer .
Using Y our PowerMonitors with an Additional Subwoofer on the LFE Channel Y our Definitive PowerMonitors are designed with built-in powered subwoofers which deliver excellent low frequency response and allow you to utilize the LFE .1 discrete low frequency bass channel included in Dolby Digital AC-3.
7 Setting Y our PowerMonitors’ Low Frequency Contr ol Y our Po wer Mo nit ors have a level control for the electronic crossover which allows you to perfectly tune the output level of the powered low frequency subwoofer section to match your room as well as to fulfill your own personal listening preferences.
8 The PowerMonitor Home Theater System A complete PowerMonitor Home Theater System combines a pair of PowerMonitors with a perfectly matched Definitive center channel speaker (ideally , one with a bu.
9 T r oubleshooting If you experience any difficulties with your loudspeakers, try the suggestions described below . If you are still having problems, please consult your Definitive T echnology Authorized Dealer for assistance. 1. Make sure all your system interconnects and power cords are solidly in place.
10 Service and warranty work on your Definitive loudspeakers will normally be performed by the Definitive T echnology dealer from whom you have purchased your loudspeakers.
*Registered Trademark All specifications subject to change. 11 PowerMonitor 700 Dimensions 16.75"H x 6.8"W x 14.125"D Frequency Response 20 Hz – 30 kHz Nominal Impedance Compatible with 4 – 8 ohm outputs. (Set amp on 4 if you have a choice.
This product complies with the essential requirements of EMC directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC (inclusive of 93/68/EEC) and carries the CE mark accordingly .
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