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munity to external interference. However, the 
RCA  connection  method  is  more  commonly 
available and usually works as well for shorter 
connection  lengths  in  less  electrically  noisy 
environments.  Do  not  use  both  inputs  at  the 
same time. Consult your Genelec dealer for the 
choice of signal cables. Once the connections 
have been made, the loudspeakers are ready 
to be switched on. 

Volume control, Autostart and 

stand-by switching

The input sensitivity of the loudspeakers can be 
matched to the output of the preamp/proces-
sor by adjusting the volume control on the front 
panel. When the volume control knob is turned 
fully  counter-clockwise,  the  6020A  goes  into 
stand-by mode. The loudspeaker can be left in 
stand-by mode whenever it is not used, how-

ever, it is only completely disconnected from the 
mains power when the mains cable is discon-
nected.

The 6020A is also equipped with a signal-

sensing Autostart function for automatic switch-
ing between “on” and “stand-by” modes. Auto-
start is activated by turning switch 1 (AUTO-
START) on the back panel to “ON”. Autostart 
turns the amplifier to stand-by mode if there is 
no signal present for about 30 minutes. When 
the signal returns the amplifier switches on im-
mediately and the loudspeaker functions nor-
mally.

Setting the tone controls

The frequency response of the Genelec 6020A 
can be adjusted to match the acoustic environ-
ment by setting the tone control switches on 
the rear panel. The controls are “Treble Tilt” and 

Figure 1:

 Location of the acoustic 

axis

Figure 3:

 Control and connector layout on the rear 

panel of the 6020A.

L

R

C

30

°

RS

LS

100 120

°

°

Figure 2:

 Correct alignment of the 

loudspeakers

Summary of Contents for 6020A

Page 1: ...Genelec 6020A Active Home Theater System Operating Manual 6020A ...

Page 2: ...er Each 6020A is supplied with an integrated am plifier unit mains cable and an operating man ual After unpacking place the loudspeaker in its required listening position taking note of the line of the acoustic axis The axes of all loud speakers should converge at ear height at the listening position see Figures 1 and 2 Connections Before connecting up ensure that the volume control potentiometer o...

Page 3: ...enever it is not used how ever it is only completely disconnected from the mains power when the mains cable is discon nected The 6020A is also equipped with a signal sensing Autostart function for automatic switch ing between on and stand by modes Auto start is activated by turning switch 1 AUTO START on the back panel to ON Autostart turns the amplifier to stand by mode if there is no signal prese...

Page 4: ...r listen systematically through the different combinations of settings to find the best frequency balance Mounting considerations Align the loudspeakers correctly Always place the loudspeakers so that their acoustic axes see figure 1 are aimed towards the listening position Only vertical placement is preferred as it minimises acoustical cancella tion problems around the crossover frequency Maintain ...

Page 5: ...nit Any maintenance or repair of the 6020A unit should only be undertaken by qualified service personnel Safety considerations Although the 6020A has been designed in ac cordance with international safety standards the following warnings and cautions should be observed to ensure safe operation and to maintain the loudspeaker under safe operating conditions Servicing and adjustment must only be perf...

Page 6: ...t of the Bass Tilt and Treble Tilt controls on the free field response of the 6020A Figure 5 The upper curve group shows the horizontal directivity characteristics of the 6020A measured at 1 m The lower curve shows the system s power response ...

Page 7: ... 4 cone Treble 19 mm 3 4 metal dome Both drivers are magnetically shielded Weight 3 7 kg 8 1 lb Dimensions Height 242 mm 91 2 including Iso Pod table stand Height 230 mm 91 16 without Iso Pod table stand Width 151 mm 6 Depth 142 mm 55 8 Connectors XLR female balanced 10 kOhm pin 1 gnd pin 2 pin 3 RCA female unbalanced 10 kOhm pin sleeve Input level for 100 dB SPL output at 1 m 6 dBu at volume cont...

Page 8: ...In the U S please contact Genelec Inc 7 Tech Circle Natick MA 01760 USA Phone 1 508 652 0900 Fax 1 508 652 0909 Email genelec usa genelec com In Sweden please contact Genelec Sverige Ellipsvägen 10B P O Box 5521 S 141 05 Huddinge Phone 46 8 449 5220 Fax 46 8 708 7071 Email info genelec com In China please contact Beijing Genelec Audio Co Ltd Jianwai SOHO Tower 12 Room 2306 39 East 3rd Ring Road Ch...

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