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This booklet contains information on the Epic series loudspeaker range.

POWER REQUIREMENTS 

Amplifiers with power outputs between those noted in the loudspeaker specifications 
will generally be adequate, although more powerful amplifiers could be used if care is 
taken to avoid over-driving the loudspeakers. 

Always use the volume control with discretion, and reduce the level immediately should 
the loudspeakers begin to distort. 

Amplifiers capable of less than 20 Watts per channel output are best avoided because 
they  will  restrict  the  dynamic  range.  Such  amplifiers  may  also  cause  damage  to  the 
loudspeakers  if  they  are  driven  beyond  their  capability  in  an  attempt  to  obtain  high 
volume levels. 

The clipping distortion produced when an amplifier is driven beyond its normal output 
capability can be very destructive. A powerful amplifier operating well inside its capability 
will generally be less likely to damage your loudspeakers than a lower powered amplifier 
operating beyond its capacity.

 
NOTE

Do not make or break loudspeaker connections to the amplifier when it is turned on. 

POSITIONING 

Epos loudspeakers are designed to be positioned as specified. Space should be left behind 
the  loudspeakers  to  allow  proper  operation  of  rear  firing  reflex  ports  and  to  ensure 
establishment of good stereo image depth. Some experimentation may be necessary to 
establish the ideal position within your listening room. 

Begin by placing the loudspeakers about 20cm from the rear wall and allow at least 40cm 
of space between each loudspeaker and the nearest side wall. Gradually move them out a 
little at a time until you achieve the best balance between bass weight and definition. 

All  Epos  Epic  loudspeakers  have  been  designed  to  produce  a  broad  listening  area. 
However the optimum sound balance and stereo image will be enjoyed if your ear level, 
when seated for listening, is approximately in line with the tweeter. So, if you can just see 
the  top  of  the  speaker  that  will  be  fine.  If  however  the  ideal  is  not  attainable  or 
convenient, listening beyond this range will also be enjoyable.

Remember - there is no absolute right or wrong. If it sounds good, it is good.

E&OE

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Summary of Contents for Epic 1

Page 1: ...Designed and engineered in the U K EPOS LIMITED 12 Avebury Court Mark Road Hemel Hempstead Herts HP2 7TA England Telephone 44 1442 260146 Fax 44 870 622 0846 E mail info epos acoustics com www epos ac...

Page 2: ...its capacity NOTE Do not make or break loudspeaker connections to the amplifier when it is turned on POSITIONING Epos loudspeakers are designed to be positioned as specified Space should be left behi...

Page 3: ...ned its own stands The floor standing models are supplied with their own support plinth Contact your dealer for further information or visit the Epos website www epos acoustics com SPIKES Four threade...

Page 4: ...safely for possible future use Once the links are removed the drive units will be electrically separate and should be connected to the driving amplifier with individual high quality cables as shown S...

Page 5: ...ty when you first begin to use them Things will quickly improve Allow between twenty four and forty eight hours of normal use before your new loudspeakers can be expected to perform at their best PROT...

Page 6: ...ters Tweeter network uses metal oxide resistors polypropylene film capacitor and air core inductor Woofer network features a large core laminated iron inductor and polypropylene film by pass capacitor...

Page 7: ...lters Tweeter network uses metal oxide resistor polypropylene film capacitor and air core inductor Woofer network features a large core laminated iron inductor and polypropylene film by pass capacitor...

Page 8: ...stor polypropylene film capacitor and air core inductor Woofer and mid woofer networks feature large core laminated iron inductors and polypropylene film by pass capacitors Terminal Panel Gold plated...

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