Energy Speaker Systems 7AI Connection Instructions, Traditional Connection Method, Bi-Wiremethod

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Connection Instructions

The Connections for the Veritas™ Series speakers are quite similar to any standard speaker with bi-wire/ bi-amp options. There are 4 Gold Plated Connectors on the rear of the speaker enclosure, and although they look unique, they are traditional in function.

VERITAS™

NOTE: Before starting, remove the gold straps, which connect the top and bottom set of terminals. To remove the straps, loosen the connectors, pull the straps up, and then towards you through the large hole. Make sure you put them in a safe place for future use.

TRADITIONAL

CONNECTION METHOD

1)Using your choice of bare wire, banana-type jacks, or spade lugs, connect the speaker cable (minding the positive and negative polarities), to the lower set of connectors. Ensure the terminals are tight.

2)Repeat the procedure for the second speaker. See Figure 3.

NOTE: Please ensure the positive and negative terminals on the speaker match the positive and negative terminals on the amplifier. Reversing these will cause an abnormal sound, and a total reduction of bass frequencies under normal listening conditions.

1)Using your choice of bare wire, banana-type jacks, or spade lugs, connect one speaker cable from the amplifier (minding the positive and negative polarities) to the top set of connectors. Ensure the terminals are tight.

2)Next, connect the second cable, from the amplifier (same channel, secondary connectors) to the lower set of terminals on the Veritas™ speaker. See Figure 4.

NOTE: Notice the upper and lower terminals accept the wire from a different angle, this is to simplify the connection process by making access easier, and to improve cosmetics by allowing easier “dressing” of the cables.

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FIGURE 4

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FIGURE 3

BI-WIRE METHOD

This method involves using 2-channels of amplification, with multiple cables and connectors, to access both sets of terminals on the Veritas™ Loudspeakers. The benefit of bi-wiring is to reduce noise, and reduce the likelihood of grounding problems, as you will have twice the thickness of cable between the amp and speakers as the traditional method would provide. For more details on the benefits of bi-wiring, please discuss this with your authorized ENERGY® retailer.

BI-AMPLIFICATION METHOD

This connection system involves the use of two separate amplifiers to power one set of speakers. The idea is to have one stereo amplifier connected to one speaker, and another identical amplifier powering the second speaker. This is often referred to as “Vertical” Bi-amplification. It is the only method ENERGY® recommends.

BI-AMPLIFICATION WIRING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Before starting, remove the gold straps, which connect the top and bottom set of terminals. To remove the straps, loosen the connectors, pull the straps up, and then towards you through the large hole. Make you sure you put them in a safe place for future use.

1)Using your choice of bare wire, banana-type jacks, or spade lugs, connect one speaker cable from the amplifier (minding the positive and negative polarities) to the top set of connectors. Ensure the terminals are tight.

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