Polk Audio CSi5, CSi3 owner manual Acoustically inert stamped driver baskets

FEATURES OF THE RTi CENTER & SURROUND LOUDSPEAKERS:

•Acoustically inert 3/4" MDF cabinets, CSi models finished in Cherry wood or Black Oak veneers.

•FXi Surround models available in Black Finish. FXi3 also available in White Finish suitable for painting.

•Dynamic Balance® polymer composite drivers for smooth wide-range response with low distortion.

•CSi5 Center Channel Speaker features Acoustic Resonance Control™ (ARC Port) technology for more natural midrange reproduction, and PowerPort bass venting for superior low distortion bass.

•Drivers feature butyl rubber surrounds for high performance durability.

•Acoustically inert stamped driver baskets.

•1" dome tweeters with neodymium magnets for clear, detailed highs.

•Anti-diffraction grilles minimize grille diffraction for spacious, 3-dimensional imaging.

•Design-enhanced surround diffusion characteristics on Surround models: triangular cabinets aim drivers and tweeters in opposing directions to produce a more realistically diffuse wavefront and wide, lifelike imaging of surround-sound FX.

•Surround models feature conveniently located bipole/dipole switch for the most flexible placement options and highest performance surround effects.

•Center Channel Speakers are magnetically shielded for safe placement near video sources.

•Mylar bypass capacitors in the crossovers extend high frequency response and improve detail and transparency.

•Gold-plated 5-way binding post inputs (with large diameter holes for large-gauge bare wire connections) for the most secure connections and the most versatile wiring applications, bi-ampable in the CSi5 model.

•Timbre-matched to fit into any Polk Audio home theater or multi-channel music system for a more realistic, more seamless surround sound environment.

SAFE LIMITS OF OPERATION

Your Polk Audio Loudspeakers are constructed of the highest quality materials for years of trouble-free performance. However, damage

to loudspeakers can occur when an amplifier, regardless of its wattage, is made to play at higher listening levels than its power can clearly produce. This is usually beyond the “noon or 1 o’clock” position on the volume control. Operation at this level can result in very high levels of audible distortion originating in the amplifier, which can add a harsh, gritty sound to your listening material. If you hear distortion, TURN IT DOWN. Contrary to popular belief, a speaker is more likely to be damaged by trying to get too much volume from a low-powered amplifier or receiver than from a high-powered one.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

If, after following the hookup directions, you experience difficulty, please double-check all wire connections. Should you isolate the problem to the speaker, contact the authorized Polk Audio dealer where you made your purchase, or contact Polk Audio Customer Service

800-377-7655(M-F, 9-6 EST, US & Canada only) or via email polkcs@polkaudio.com. Outside the US & Canada, call 410-358-3600.

More detailed information—including audio how-to articles, FAQs, and online manuals—is available on our award-winning website www.polkaudio.com/home.

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Polk Audio Customer Service: 1-800-377-7655 (Outside US & Canada: 410-358-3600) Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM EST, polkcs@polkaudio.com