Avalon Acoustics AVALON ASCENDANT Wiring Instructions, Connecting the Speaker to the Amplifier

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3. Wiring Instructions

Introduction

The crossover is encapsulated in a chamber in the bottom of the speaker cabinet, minimizing the effect of vibration on the components. The Ascendant is equipped with a high-quality binding post for connecting the speaker cables. Spade lugs designed for #10 screws are recommended for cable termination.

Connecting the Speaker to the Amplifier

1.Place the speaker in its approximate location.

2.Connect the speaker wires to the binding post on the speaker back (see Figure 3.1).Check to insure the correct polarity (positive lead connected to the (+) post and negative lead connected to the (-) post.

WARNING: Do NOT over-tighten the screws.

3. Begin listening.

Figure 3.1 - Bottom view of the speakers showing the connections from the amplifier to the loudspeaker. Check to insure the correct polarity (positive lead connected to the (+) post and negative lead connected to the (-) post.

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Contents Page Page Table of Contents Page Introduction Introduction ContentsUnpacking Instructions Opening the Crate Orientation of the Felt Anti-Diffraction Mask Installing the GrillesReplacing Grille Pins Page Connecting the Speaker to the Amplifier Wiring InstructionsBreak-in Period Grille Assemblies Speaker Placement and SymmetryMaximizing Performance Break-inApex Couplers Toe-inCorner Treatment First Reflection PointsCabinet Care of Your Avalon LoudspeakersWarranty Statement WarrantyPage Introduction Room Acoustics and Speaker PositionAn Optical Analogy Standing Waves Avoiding Early Reflections Flutter EchoEarly Reflections Page Bass reinforcement Page Summary of Recommendations Speaker Placement Listening Room Example Sensitivity to Time-Related Information Accuracy of Bass ReproductionAnechoic Frequency Response vs. In-Room Frequency Response RationaleCorrelation with Amplifier Measurements Measurements of Audio EquipmentDesigning for Accurate Bass Reproduction Loudspeaker MeasurementsListening for Size Distortions Listening QualitiesFrequency Response Effects Transient Response Effects ConclusionFeatures Specifications