IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.
Read Instructions:
All safety & operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
Retain instructions:
Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings:
All warnings on the product and operation instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions:
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Cleaning:
Unplug the product from the wall before cleaning. Do not use aerosol or liquid cleaners, just a damp cloth.
Attachments:
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
Water and Moisture:
Do not use this product near water.
Ventilation:
Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation and protect it from overheating so they must not be blocked or covered by placing the product on a bed, sofa or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
Power Sources:
This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, call your local power company.
Grounding or Polarization:
This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug. This plug will fit the power outlet in only one way as a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug, try reversing it. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
Power Cord Protection:
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on, or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product.
Overloading:
Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords, as this can result in a risk of electrical shock.
Object and Liquid Entry:
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that can result in a fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Servicing:
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
Heat:
This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Non-Use Periods:
The power cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
Damage Requiring Service:
The product should be serviced by qualified personnel when:
(A)The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
(B)Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or
(C)The product has been exposed to rain; or
(D)The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
(E)Product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of Energy Loudspeakers! Proprietary Energy® technology and high quality manufacturing will allow you to enjoy, for many years the most natural and accurate music reproduction, a trademark of all Energy® speakers. The advice offered in this manual is aimed at helping you maximize and maintain peak performance, and therefore, your listening satisfaction.
Extensive research into every aspect of a speaker is evaluated before the design stage begins, a concept that we refer to as a “holistic” design approach. The finest components and materials are made, and tested with sophisticated manufacturing and quality control techniques to ensure exceptional performance, superior to speakers costing several times their price.
Note: Please retain all carton and packing material for your Energy® speakers, to protect them in the event of a move, or for shipment to a service center for repair. Product received by a service center, damaged, that has been shipped by the end user in other than the original packaging will be repaired, refurbished and properly packaged for return shipment, at the end user's expense.
COMPANY BACKGROUND
Energy® speakers are designed and manufactured by Audio Products International Corp. Founded in 1973, API is one of the top ten speaker manufacturers in the world, supplying products to over fifty-five countries world wide.
The API factory is a modern 165, 000 square foot research, development and manufacturing facility located in a suburb of Toronto, Canada. More than 280 people are employed in this state of the art facility, designing, manufacturing, and marketing Energy® transducers, cabinets, amplifiers and crossovers.
A comprehensive research and development team utilizes advanced computer-based design techniques and three anechoic chambers in an ongoing development program. This team is headed by Assistant Vice President of Engineering and Chief Designer of Energy® products, John Tchilinguirian, creator of the critically acclaimed Veritas™ Series speakers. The Veritas™ v2.8 has received numerous awards and rave reviews from all leading hi-fi magazines, and has inspired and influenced the development of the current Energy® product line.
FEATURES & BENEFITS OF
ENERGY® PRODUCTS
The modestly priced encore Series shares several fundamental
criteria found in the high end Veritas™ Series. Flat on-axis response and wide bandwidth, wide and constant dispersion, and very low distortion and resonance are minimum requirements of every Energy® speaker built.
Flat on axis response is obtained by using our uniquely contoured injection molded cones, set in a beveled baffle that reduces edge diffraction. This ensures the critical midrange spectrum is accurate and produces lifelike vocals and midrange frequencies.
Because 30% of what we hear is direct and up to 70% is reflected, a speaker must have wide dispersion characteristics to faithfully and accurately recreate the original recording. The Aluminum Dome Tweeter with cloth suspension has excellent waveform properties and is crossed over at 2KHz, well before the signal becomes directional.
Distortion and resonances that can irritate the listener and damage components are kept in check by using very close tolerance electrical components, well damped linear suspension designs, and cabinet dampening construction techniques. The cabinets are made of inert Medium Density Fiberboard to prevent unwanted resonances or vibrations.
