MartinLogan STAGECenter Channel Speaker user manual Installation In Brief

INSTALLATION IN BRIEF

We know you are eager to hear your new MartinLogan loudspeaker, so this section is provided to allow fast and easy set up. Once your new speaker is operational, please take the time to read, in depth, the rest of the informa- tion in the enclosed 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 MartinLogan speaker, please refer to the Connections section of the user’s manual.

Should you encounter a persistent problem that cannot be resolved, please contact your authorized MartinLogan dealer. They will provide you with the appropriate techni- cal analysis to alleviate the situation.

WARNING!

• Hazardous voltages exist inside—do not remove cover.

•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.

•Turn amplifier off before making or breaking any signal connections!

•Do not operate if there is any visual damage to the electrostatic panel element.

•Do not drive speaker beyond its rated power.

•The power cord should not be installed, removed, or left detached from the speaker while the other end is connected to an AC power source.

•No candles or other sources of open flame should be placed on the speaker.

•No liquids either in glasses or vases should be placed on speaker.

•Speaker should not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids.

•The terminals marked with the lightning bolt symbol should be connected by an instructed person or by way of ready made terminals

•To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accor- dance with the installation instructions.

Step 1: Unpacking

Remove your new MartinLogan speakers from its packing. Retain the packaging in a safe, dry place for future use.

Step 2: Placement

Place the speaker at the desired location. Please see the Installation section (pages 9–11) for more details.

Step 3: Power Connection (AC) (see warning) MartinLogan speakers require power to energize their electrostatic panels. Using the power cords provided, plug first to the power in receptacle on the rear panel of the speaker, making sure that you have made a firm connection, and then to the wall outlet. Please see the Connections section (pages 7–8) for more details.

Step 4: Signal Connection

Use the best speaker cables you can. Higher quality cable, available from your specialty dealer, is 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 speaker: take great care to assign the same color to the (+) terminal on the speaker and the amplifier. Please see the Connections section (pages 7–8) for more details.

Step 5: Listen and Enjoy

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