Questions
What size of an amplifier should I use with the Quests?
We recommend an amplifier with 100 to 200 watts per channel for most applications. The Quest will perform well with either a tube or transistorized amplifier, and will reveal the sonic character of either type. However, it is important that the amplifier be stable operating into varying impedance loads: a stable amplifier will be able to deliver twice its rated wattage into 4 Ohms and should again double into 2 Ohms.
Should I unplug my Quests during a thunder- storm?
Yes. Or before. It’s a good idea to disconnect all of your audio/video components during stormy weather.
Is there likely to be any interaction between the Quests and the television in my Audio/Video system?
Actually, there is less interaction between a television and an electrostatic speaker than between a television and a conventional system. The magnets in conventional speakers do interact with televisions tubes. However, we do recommend that you keep your speakers at least one foot away from the television because of the dynamic woofer they employ.
Will my electric bill go ‘sky high’ by leaving my speakers plugged in all the time?
No. A pair of Quests draw about 5 watts maximum. Much less than a 40 watt light bulb.
Could my children, pets, or myself be shocked by the
No. High voltage with low current is not dangerous. As a matter of fact, the voltage in our speakers is 10 times less than the static electricity that builds up on the surface of your television screen.
If my child punctured the diaphragm with a pencil, stick, or similar item., how extensive would the damage to the speaker be?
Our research department has literally punctured hun- dreds of holes in a diaphragm, neither affecting the quality of the sound nor causing the diaphragm to rip. However, you will be able to see the actual puncture and it can be a physical nuisance. If this is the case, replacing the electrostatic transducer will be the only solution.
Will exposure to sunlight affect the life or per- formance of the Quest?
We recommend that you not place any loudspeaker in direct sunlight as the ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can cause deterioration of grill cloth, speaker cones, etc.. Small exposures to UV will not cause a problem.
Will excessive smoke or dust cause any prob- lems?
Exposure to excessive contaminants, such as smoke or dust, may potentially effect the performance of the electrostatic membrane and may cause discoloration of the diaphragm membrane. When not in use for extended periods, you should unplug the speaker and cover with the plastic bags that the speakers were originally packed.
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