DCM Speakers DCM12 owner manual Introduction, Features, Speaker Placement, Care and Maintenance

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of DCM Loudspeakers. Your new speakers represent the latest technologies in loudspeaker design and manufacturing. They will provide outstanding performance and years of listening enjoyment. Please take time to read through this manual thoroughly to insure you get maximum per- formance out of your new loudspeakers.

FEATURES

•Video shielding for placement near a TV or monitor

•Extended bandwidth constant directivity horn loaded tweeter

•Polypropylene cone midrange with pole mounted phase plug

•Large excursion, pulp cone woofer (DCM10, DCM12) with extended, vented pole piece for improved power handling

•Internally braced cabinets using Modal Reduction Technology (MRT)

•Down firing ports with large radius flare.

•Nickel-plated 5-way binding posts mounted on the bottom of the cabinet (DCM10, DCM12)

•Mid/high frequency protection circuitry (DCM10, DCM12)

SPEAKER PLACEMENT

MAIN LEFT AND RIGHT CHANNELS

DCM6, DCM10, DCM12

All DCM Loudspeakers have been engineered to combine deep powerful bass with crisp, natural high frequency performance. Because there are many factors that affect loudspeaker performance, there is no universal rule for speaker loca- tion. Best results will be obtained with some experimentation using the following guidelines.

To achieve the most realistic stereo image, position the speakers so that an equi- lateral triangle is formed between the speakers and the listening position (Figure 1). Turning the speakers slightly towards the listening position can improve the image focus.

Bass loudness can be increased by moving the speakers closer to the rear wall. This sometimes can degrade the stereo image. Use your judgement as to what location best fits your preferences.

SURROUND LEFT AND RIGHT CHANNELS

DCM6

If you are using the DCM6 for rear channel speakers in a home theater applica- tion they should be placed on the side walls and slightly behind the listening posi- tion (Figure 1). If this is not practical, they can be placed on the rear wall to either side of the listening position (Figure 2). For best results, the surround speakers

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your speakers are designed to work with a wide range of electronic components. As little as 20 watts per channel can provide enough power for most applications. If you have a large room or prefer louder listening levels, more power may be required.

Caution: When choosing an amplifier, do not exceed the power rating of the speaker. If you hear very high levels of audible distortion you are exceed- ing the capabilities of the system. Damage can occur from this distortion, turn the volume back down until the distortion disappears.

Use the following guidelines to maintain the appearance of your speakers. Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the speaker cabinet. Avoid using harsh detergents or cleaning fluids. Remove the grills to vacuum and remove dust. Do not vacuum any of the speaker components, permanent damage could occur.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

For additional technical assistance you can visit our website at www.dcmspeakers.com. Otherwise, our technical service representatives can be reached by phone: 1-877-DCM-LOUD or by email: jzener@dcmspeakers.com.

(This registration must be filled out and mailed within 10 days of purchase to validate warranty.)

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

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