INSTALLATION IN BRIEF
We know you are eager to hear your new CLS IIz loudspeakers, so this section is provided to allow fast and easy set up. Once you have them operational, please take the time to read, in depth, the rest of the information in this manual. It will give you perspective on how to attain the greatest possible performance from this most exacting transducer.
If you should experience any difficulties in the setup or operation of your CLS IIz speakers, please refer to the Room Acoustics, Placement or Operation sections of this manual.
Should you encounter a persistent problem that cannot be resolved, please contact your authorized MartinLogan dealer. They will provide you with the appropriate technical analysis to alleviate the situation.
WARNING!
•Hazardous voltages exist
•Refer servicing to a qualified technician •To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose this module to moisture •Turn amplifier off and unplug speaker
should any abnormal conditions occur •Do not operate if there is any visual
damage to the electrostatic panel element •Do not over drive speaker beyond its rated power
Step 1: Unpacking
Remove your new CLS IIz speakers from their packing. Carefully lean one transducer against a wall with the curved portion of the speaker resting against a wall.
Step 2: Connection
Do not connect the AC power cords to your electronics modules yet!
Move the electronics module close to the transducer frame. Firmly insert the high voltage connector from the electro- static transducer into the matching socket near the front of the electronics module.
Step 3: Attach Electronics Module
Now attach the electronics module to the wooden trans- ducer frame using the Allen head cap screws and finish
washers. Please start the cap screws by hand to prevent stripping then tighten with the provided Allen head tool.
Step 4: Install the Adjustable Feet
Attach the enclosed feet to the bottom of the wooden transducer frame and electronics by threading into the metal inserts located in the bottom of each. These feet allow you to adjust the vertical ‘tilt’ of the speaker system.
Step 5: Placement
Place each CLS IIz at least two feet from any wall and angle them slightly toward your listening area. This is a good place to start. Please see the Placement section (pages
Step 6: Power Connection (AC) (see warning) MartinLogan speakers require AC power to energize their electrostatic cells. Using the AC power cords provided, plug them in first to the AC power receptacle on the rear panel of the speaker, making sure that you have made a firm con- nection, and then to the wall outlet. Please see the Operation section (pages
Step 7: Signal Connection
Use the best speaker cables you can. Higher quality cables, available from your specialty dealer, are recommended and will give you superior performance. Spade connectors are suggested for optimum contact and ease of installation.
Attach your speaker cables to the Signal Input section on the rear panel. Be consistent when connecting speaker leads to the terminals on the back of the CLS IIz: take great care to assign the same color to the (+) terminal on both the left and right channels. If bass is nonexistent and you cannot discern a tight, coherent image, you may need to reverse the (+) and
Step 8: Listen and Enjoy
Now, you may turn on your system and enjoy!
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