Energy Speaker Systems C-3R owner manual N e r s M a n u a l

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We are proud to welcome you as an owner of ENERGY Speaker Systems' new Connoisseur Series speakers.

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.

Please take time to read all of the instructions contained in this manual to make certain your system is properly installed and set up for optimal sound reproduction.

Be sure to unpack your system carefully. Retain the carton and all packing material for future use.

POSITIONING YOUR SPEAKERS

REAR CHANNEL SPEAKERS (C-R3)

The rear speakers can vary greatly in position depending on the room layout, and the furniture placement.The ideal position is either on the side walls, or rear walls.

Side Wall:This position utilizes the rear walls of the room to reflect sound and create the "surround" effect.

Rear Wall:This is generally used when the side wall position is not available to you, due to furniture placement or room dimensions.

Both mounting positions have their advantages and disadvantages, the position offering the best coverage of the entire room should be chosen.

The goal of the surround speakers is to create an "atmosphere" around you.The rear channel speakers are ideally placed an equal distance from you as compared to the front speakers. But this is not always possible in a home environment.The C-R3 will emit sound from both sides of the speaker, and is best placed where it can use the walls to reflect from.The best mounting position is the Side Wall position, as it makes use of the rooms' rear walls, and front walls. It will create a lifelike surround effect and make the room sound larger than it is. In this position, try to mount the speaker so that it is beside you, as opposed to behind you.The height should be above ear level, at approximately 2/3 of the height of the wall.

You can also achieve excellent results in the rear position.Try not to place the speakers directly into a corner. Leave a few feet between the edge of the cabinet and the side wall so the sound can reflect into the room environment. The rear position is usually chosen when your room will not accommodate the side wall position due to unequal walls, a doorway, or a large opening, etc. Please see Diagrams 1 and 2.

NOTE: For 6.1 channel systems.

The C-R3 is sold individually, so if you wish to add a third rear center speaker, it can easily be achieved by mounting the speaker between the other two rear surrounds. It is recommended that the rear center be placed at the same height as the other two rear surround speakers wherever possible. Please see Diagrams 1 and 2.

CONNECTING YOUR SPEAKERS

You may utilize high quality speaker cables, up to 12 gauge, as well as numerous types of connector types including spade lugs, banana jacks, or pin type connectors.The best connector in our opinion is the "Spade lug" as it provides more contact with the terminal and allows the binding post to be tightened for a secure connection. Audiophiles and novices alike have preferences as to which connector type is best, speak with your Authorized ENERGY retailer as to which is the best for your Audio Video System. Rest assured, plain speaker wire is more than acceptable, you can always upgrade your wires and/or connectors later on.

To Connect your speaker system: Always ensure that the entire A/V system is powered off before performing any connections. The positive and negative (red and black) sides of the speaker terminals MUST match the positive and negative (red and black) terminals of the receiver or amplifier. If they do not match, abnormal sound and a lack of bass response will result. Make sure you follow the amplifier manufacturers owners manual to ensure your are connecting the speaker correctly to the rear channel amplifier output terminals. See Diagram 3.

MOUNTING YOUR SPEAKERS

NOTE:The C-R3 features a very simple wall mounting system. Careful attention must be made to mount it securely as the speaker is heavy and damage to the product and/or injury could result from improper mounting. Please follow the directions carefully!

1)Select the mounting position best suited for your room.

2)Place the wall mounting bracket against the wall in the desired mounting location, and mark the center of the two holes with a pencil.This is where you need to insert the appropriate mounting hardware to securely fasten a load of 10 lbs. Hardware is not included with the speaker, as building materials vary greatly in different countries, but the recommended screw head size is a #8. Screw length is to be determined by the wall material.

3)If you are mounting directly to drywall, please ensure that you use molly anchors, as screws into drywall itself will not provide a secure mount. Insert the anchors, then hold the mounting bracket up to the wall. Insert the screws until tight. See Diagrams 4 and 5.

NOTE:Try to locate into wall studs wherever possible.

4)Insert the included bolt into the insert in the back of the C-R3 speaker, located on the upper part of the terminal cup. Hand tighten the bolt all the way and then loosen a few turns counterclockwise.

5)Hold the speaker upright, and insert the bolt head into the large hole. Let the speaker fall into place. See Diagram 6.

ADJUSTING THE SOUNDFIELD MANAGEMENT CONTROLS

The exclusive and patented "Soundfield Management" System allows adjustment of the surround field in different room environments, to compensate for different direct to reflected sound ratios.The controls permit adjustment of the soundfield type, and the relative level of the side firing drivers compared to the front drivers.

In a perfect world, all of the 5 speakers in a home theater would be the same distance from the listener. But when trying to implement a system into your room environment, this isn't always possible.The direct to reflected sound ratio is what allows the ear to judge distance and depth of the sound.

There are two controls on the "Soundfield Management" Control panel which is located behind the speaker grill on either the left or right side.The speakers are mirror imaged.

MODE SWITCH

The first control is the 2-Position Mode Switch. It allows you to customize the type of soundfield the speaker will produce.

Note: Regardless of the switches' position, the two front drivers are always functioning.

1)In the "Bi-pole" position the two side firing drivers are engaged and are operating in phase with each other. The resulting sound field is more expansive, and with correct placement, the sound will reflect off of room boundaries to create a large and expansive sounding surround field.

2)In the "Di-pole" position the side drivers are active, but are wired out of phase from each other.The resulting sound field is even more expansive, and can create an even larger effect than the bi-pole mode.

3)The C-R3 can be used as a direct radiating or monopole speaker - simply turn the volume control all the way to the "off" position and the side-firing drivers will emit no sound at all.

LEVEL CONTROL

The Level Control adjusts the relative output of the side firing drivers compared to the front drivers. At the maximum setting they are approximately 1 dB lower in volume than the front drivers.The minimum setting turns the side firing drivers completely off.

HOW TO SET UP THE CONTROLS

The following chart (Diagram "B") will explain how to set up the controls on the Soundfield Management System. But follow these instructions first.

1)The first thing you must do is measure two distances. First measure the distance between the listening position and one of the front speakers (D1 on Diagram "A"), then measure the distance between the listening position and the rear speakers, (D2 on Diagram "A"). Subtract the two measurements, and the resulting number is the difference.The bottom scale of the chart shows the difference in distance. See Diagram "A" for assistance, and Diagram "B" for the actual chart.

Note:We do not recommend having the distance between the listener and the rear speakers to be greater than the front measurement.

2)Locate the measured difference on the bottom scale of the graph (Diagram "B"), then follow the line up to where it intersects with the horizontal line and look to the left scale to see the level control setting recommendation.The grayed section shows when the Switch should be in Bi-Polar Mode, and the rest of the chart shows the Di-Polar Mode as the selected mode.

3)Always experiment with the controls, and adjust them to your liking, the chart will give you a good starting point, but each room is different, and depending on the C-R3's location, furniture placement and materials in the room, adjustments may be necessary.

RECOMMENDATIONS

AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS:

All ENERGY Connoisseur Series 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.

CARE OF FINISHES:

Your ENERGY Connoisseur Series Speaker should be gently wiped clean with a warm, lint free cloth. Do not use any type of cleaner, or abrasive as they can damage the finish.

WARRANTY OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES:

Outside of North America, the warranty may be changed to comply with local regulations. Ask your local ENERGY dealer for details of the LIMITED WARRANTY applicable in your country.

WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA:

Please see the warranty document on the back cover

"ENERGY", the "ENERGY" logo, are trademarks of Audio Products International Corp.

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