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100i

 Loudspeaker Manual    vs. 2.0              -US-          c FS 2008                       11

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The figure shows the best position for the loudspeaker panels. Please note that electrostatics are
dipoles, i.e. the loudspeakers produce sound from both sides of the panels. This means an
electrostatic loudspeaker should always be placed away from the wall and turned under a slight angle
with the wall (not parallel with the wall).

Typical room layout

The figure represents a typical room set up for stereo and/or virtual surround. The figure shows:

The subwoofer’s preferred positions, depending on the panels you choose.
The base line between the front loudspeakers.
The stereo loudspeaker’s position.
A preferred unequal distance between the side walls and the panels (a and b).

Application 1:

 Final Sound stereo configuration:

The panels in a stereo setting (two front panels) are preferably located in a symmetrical way and away
from the walls for optimum imaging. The panels need to point slightly towards the favorite listening
position as you can see in the figure above. For the F100i you need a subwoofer.

Application 2:

 Final Sound virtual surround configuration:

For virtual surround, you only need two front panels, a subwoofer and the Final Sound FVSS201/p
virtual surround receiver. The receiver’s virtual surround mode, together with two loudspeakers, will
present a kind of five-channel emulation, which will give you a very broad stereo stage just as in a
movie theatre. The FVSS201/p preferably operates with the S95 subwoofer.

How do I connect the Final Sound F100i loudspeaker panels safely?

Before connecting the loudspeaker panels, all sound system equipment should be disconnected from the mains. This
will avoid the risk of damage to your system while connections are made or broken. If you experience any problems
installing the flat-panel loudspeakers please contact your authorized Final Sound dealer.

The loudspeaker panels are labeled with an L (Left) and R (Right) code.

Each flat-panel loudspeaker panel should be connected to an external power supply. As the F100i are
only available bundled with the FVSS201/p receiver, the 7-meter power cables are packed in the
receiver’s carton. Each power cable’s mini jack connector fits into the receiver’s 12V DC mini jack

Summary of Contents for F100i

Page 1: ...c FS 2008 1 Final F100i loudspeaker User Manual release 2 0 US Final Sound B V Eisenhowerweg 8D 5466AC Veghel The Netherlands http www finalsound com Final Sound L L C 500 West Cummings Park Suite 2500 Woburn MA 01801 T 781 938 6416 F 781 938 6415 ...

Page 2: ...nel Safety 4 3 Congratulations 5 4 Final Sound F100i loudspeakers 6 5 Assembling the Final F100i floor stands 7 6 Assembling Model 100i to the wall 8 7 F100i placement and connection 10 8 Final Sound subwoofer 13 9 Specifications F100i 14 10 Frequently asked questions 14 11 Warranty 19 12 Warranty Card 20 ...

Page 3: ... from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 12 Unplug this apparatus by disconnecting the FVSS201 ...

Page 4: ...vers addicted towards electrostatic transducers don t select their panels because of sheer sound pressure level output or the ability to shake the rafters They like the inner qualities of electrostatic performance and what the panels can tell you about the music and the qualities of the recording Although the Final electrostatic loudspeakers can reach respectable sound pressure levels and will eas...

Page 5: ...e optional floor stands However the 100i panels are also wall mountable using the optional wall mount adapter kit F100i is only available bundled with the Final Sound FVSS201 p receiver The F100i panels are only to be sold bundled with the Final Sound FVSS201 p receiver and a Final Sound subwoofer Recommended is the S95 The S95 subwoofer forms a natural match although it s also possible to use one...

Page 6: ...e rooms it s also possible to apply one of the other available Final Sound subwoofers or to add an additional S95 Each individual component is packed in its own carton The easiest way to unpack is to open the upper side of the box check the labels take out the separate units and carefully remove the cartons and plastic bags Take care to avoid putting pressure on the black loudspeaker s stator plat...

Page 7: ...2008 7 5 Assembling the Final F100i floor stands A Mount the stand to the panel using the enclosed M8 hexagon bolt B Tighten the bolt firmly using the enclosed Allen key C Adjust the loudspeaker s vertical dispersion angle and attach the top cover plate ...

Page 8: ...ing the three enclosed screws E Glue 4 rubber pads to the footplate for your convenience 6 Assembling Model 100i to the wall Assembling the Model100i to the wall is straightforward You need two wall bracket kits consisting off 1 Allen key wall plate cover plate ball bar 2 hexagon screws 4 screws and plugs ...

Page 9: ...l vs 2 0 US c FS 2008 9 A The electronics housing is at one side of the panel B Attach the wall plate to the wall C Insert the black ball bar into the cover plate and screw the ball bar firmly into the loudspeaker s electronics housing ...

Page 10: ...nt loudspeakers are the main channels in a stereo setting or a virtual surround system Both in a stereo configuration and a virtual surround configuration the flat panel loudspeakers function in close harmony with the Final Sound subwoofer Where do I place the Final Sound loudspeaker panels There is a difference between a left and a right Final Sound loudspeaker panel Each Final Sound loudspeaker ...

Page 11: ... figure above For the F100i you need a subwoofer Application 2 Final Sound virtual surround configuration For virtual surround you only need two front panels a subwoofer and the Final Sound FVSS201 p virtual surround receiver The receiver s virtual surround mode together with two loudspeakers will present a kind of five channel emulation which will give you a very broad stereo stage just as in a m...

Page 12: ...speaker panels Always unplug the Final Sound flat panel loudspeakers from the mains and shut off all sound equipment before you start cleaning Dry clothe cleaning Dry clothe cleaning is a weekly recommendation to wipe off dust Cleaning on a regular base will prevent the insides of the panels to collect too much dust To prevent fire or shock hazard clean only with a DRY clothe and prevent pushing t...

Page 13: ...l packaging materials for possible later use Avoid touching the drive units If any unit appears to be damaged when unpacking do not operate the damaged unit Repack the unit in its original carton and notify your authorized Final Sound dealer immediately For further details please look at the manual supplied with the subwoofer Assembling subwoofers The Final subwoofers arrive complete assembled out...

Page 14: ...river is light and fast it can easy follow the so called musical signal s envelope So the rise time attack of percussive signals and the decay are very fast and natural As a result an electrostatic driver will provide you with fast transients greater clarity detail low level resolution and a marvellous stereo imaging How does the Final system work In a Final electrostatic driver a thin conductive ...

Page 15: ...ypical box speaker Because there is no cabinet Final electrostatic loudspeakers do not have any cabinet induced coloration and sound very neutral How much power do you need The simplicity of the Final Inverter Technology enables the loudspeaker s impedance to remain higher than traditional electrostatic panels and we specify them as nominal 4 ohms higher below 15Khz and lower below This allows the...

Page 16: ...s but also head towards a theatre consisting of large F600i electrostatics It s all up to you and your dealer might give you some good advice The Final family of electrostatics is arguably the most flexible offering in the world What are the key features of Final electrostatic loudspeakers The Inverter technology represents a major breakthrough in electrostatic loudspeaker design High resolution a...

Page 17: ...authorized Final Sound service technician who is professionally trained in the workings of all Final Sound products should carry out this work We stress not to touch any product that is connected to the power supply during operation Will excessive smoke or dust cause any problems Exposure to excessive contaminants such as smoke or dust may potentially affect the performance of the electrostatic di...

Page 18: ...more details the chapter Warranty Conditions in this manual Is a Final loudspeaker protected against overloading Basically yes The design of the Final Inverted series of electrostatic loudspeakers has been done with the protection of the user in mind and the protection of the loudspeaker against mistreatment The design has several levels of protection built into the electronics One of those circui...

Page 19: ...er sole expense A returned product must be accompanied by a written description of the defect and proof of the date of purchase Final Sound reserves the right to modify the design of any product without obligation to purchaser of previously manufactured products and to change the prices or specifications of any product without notice or obligation to any person Exclusions Any implied warranties re...

Page 20: ...uct 1 Final Sound Center Loudspeaker __________________________________ 1 set Final Sound Front Loudspeakers Home Theatre or Stereo System 2 panels _________________ 1 set Final Sound Rear Loudspeakers 2 panels __________________________________ 1 Final Sound Subwoofer __________________________________ 1 Final Sound DVD Receiver ________________________________ To improve our products and custome...

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