S P E A K E R C O N N E C T I O N S
CONNECTION TIPS
Speakers and electronics terminals have corre-
Receiver’s Speaker Outputs
sponding (+) and (–) terminals. It is important to connect both speakers identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the amplifier and (–) on the speaker to (–) on the amplifier. Wiring “out of phase” results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image. With the advent of multichannel
surround-sound systems, connecting all of the speakers in your system with the correct polarity remains equally important in order to preserve the proper ambience and directionality of the program material.
To use the binding-post speaker terminals, unscrew the collar until
the pass-through hole in the center post is visible under the collar. Insert the bare end of the wire through this hole; then screw the collar down until the connection is tight. The hole in the center of each collar is intended for use with banana-type connectors.
MODELS: S310II, S312II
These models feature four rubber feet that enable them to be placed on a smooth-surfaced floor, such as tile or hardwood. Four metal spikes are supplied for use when the speaker is to be placed on a carpeted surface to decouple the speaker from the floor and prevent unwanted damping. To insert the spikes, gently lay the speaker on its side (not its front or back) on a soft, nonabrasive surface. Each spike screws into the threaded insert in the center of each rubber foot. Make sure all four spikes
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are screwed in completely for stability.
NEVER drag the speaker to move it, as this will damage the spikes, the feet and/or the wood cabinet itself. Always lift the speaker and carry it to its new location.
CAUTION: Floorstanding (tower) loudspeakers have a high center of gravity and may become unstable and tip over during earthquakes or if rocked, tipped or improperly positioned. If this is a concern, these speakers should be anchored to the
wall behind them, using the same procedures and hardware customary for anchoring bookcases and wall units. Customer is responsible for proper installation and proper selection of hardware.
MODELS: S26II, S38II
The supplied self-adhesive felt pads may be attached to the bottom corners of your speakers to protect your furniture.
