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Triton Two Manual

Triton Two Owner’s Manual 

Positioning triton as Left/Right Fronts

To ensure the best performance possible, observe the following placement 
guidelines:

Accurate timbre: 

For the most accurate and natural timbre, speakers’ 

high-frequency drivers should be at approximately ear level. 

Balanced Bass: 

Placing speakers in corners will over-emphasize bass and 

reduce overall clarity. If possible, position speakers 8 in (20 cm) or more from 

the wall behind the speaker and as much as possible from either side wall. 
This will ensure better bass performance and optimal midrange clarity. If you 
can’t, don’t worry; just use the subwoofer level control on the back of the 

speaker to adjust for optimum sound in your room.

Best Imaging: 

Measure the distance from your main listening area to the left 

front speaker (we’ll call this distance “X”). For optimal imaging and largest 

soundstage, place speakers “X” distance apart from each other (and no less than 

3

/

4

 of that distance — 

3

/

4

 of 

“X”). To further optimize imaging, turn speakers inward so they point toward the listening position with their axes 

crossing just behind it.

Positioning triton as Surrounds

When used as surround speakers, Triton speakers may be located on the side or behind the listeners. When used 
on the sides, take care never to locate the speakers forward of the listeners (A). If the speakers are placed along 
the rear wall as surrounds, it is suggested that they be positioned fairly wide apart if possible. For instance, if there 

is a couch in the center of the rear wall on which the listeners will sit, try to position the speakers wider apart than 

the couch (B). 

Speaker Break-in

Your new Triton loudspeaker system should sound good right out of the box; however, an extended break-in 

period of 40-60 hours or more of normal playing time is required to reach full audiophile performance 

capability. Break-in allows the driver suspensions to work-in and crossover components to “heal,”  resulting 

in fuller and tighter bass, a more open “blossoming” midrange and smoother high frequency reproduction.

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Summary of Contents for Triton two

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Floorstanding Loudspeaker with Built In Powered Subwoofer ...

Page 2: ... NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS CAutIOn TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT CAutIOn FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE THE FUSE ONLY WITH THE SAME AMPERAGE AND VOLTAGE TYPE REFER REPLACEMENT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WARnInG UNIT MAY B...

Page 3: ...rized plug 11 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product 12 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused fo...

Page 4: ...ch loudspeaker leaves our plant in perfect condition Any visible or concealed damage most likely occurred in handling after it left our plant and should be reported at once to your GoldenEar Technology Dealer and or the delivery company that delivered your loudspeaker Please unpack your system carefully Save all cartons and packing materials in case you move or need to ship your system Record the ...

Page 5: ...rd into outlet on the back 2 Install leveling feet or spikes see Using Optional Spikes section below a First install a locking nut onto each foot and then screw each foot into the four threaded inserts on the bottom of the base b Carefully return the speaker to the upright position with the help of another person lift the speaker upright and lower it to the desired location if using spikes push do...

Page 6: ... use less amplifier power than a loud section With typical material the rated output power of many receivers amplifiers is often reached when the Volume is set to around 10dB or between the 11 and 1 o clock settings with an analog control with bass treble and loudness controls not used otherwise rated power may be reached at even lower Volume settings Remember all amplifiers produce distortion whe...

Page 7: ...he speaker system Regarding the room please note that Mid and high frequencies are affected by the amount of soft furnishings in your room curtains carpets sofas wall coverings etc An excess of such items can result in a somewhat dull sound The same room without any soft furnishings can produce an overall bright sound The typical quantity of soft furnishings found in most living environments provi...

Page 8: ...t from each other and no less than 3 4 of that distance 3 4 of X To further optimize imaging turn speakers inward so they point toward the listening position with their axes crossing just behind it Positioning Triton as Surrounds When used as surround speakers Triton speakers may be located on the side or behind the listeners When used on the sides take care never to locate the speakers forward of...

Page 9: ...t lack of bass it is likely that one speaker is out of phase and reversed with the other If you are using the Triton speaker as surround speakers hook up the left surround red terminal of your receiver or amplifier to the red terminal of your left surround speaker and the left surround black terminal of your receiver or amplifier to the black terminal of your left surround speaker Connect the righ...

Page 10: ...e a Y connector available from your dealer out of the Sub LFE output on your receiver or processor to feed two line level cables connecting one to the LFE input on your left Triton speaker and the other to the LFE input on your right speaker Again Tell your receiver or processor s bass management system that you have Large left and right front speakers and select Yes for subwoofer This will send o...

Page 11: ...them out flat this almost always results in the best possible and most natural sounding system performance Powering Up the Active Subwoofer Section Each of your Triton speakers contains a built in powered subwoofer section as well as an electronic crossover Each Triton speaker must be plugged into an electrical socket of the appropriate voltage as indicated on the back of your unit using the plug ...

Page 12: ... and set Subwoofer to Yes or No depending on whether you are using the additional LFE input as discussed in Speaker Connection section If you are using the Triton speakers for surround speakers set the surround channels of your receiver processor s bass management system to Large also Setting Channel Levels On your receiver or A V processor s Speaker Level Calibration Menu set each speaker channel...

Page 13: ... select your best setup options Troubleshooting If you experience any difficulties with your Triton speakers try the suggestions described below If you are still having problems please consult your GoldenEar Technology Authorized Dealer for assistance 1 Make sure all your system interconnects and power cords are solidly in place 2 Should you experience any level of ground hum or noise try plugging...

Page 14: ...ion GoldenEar Technology Offices P O Box 141 Stevenson Maryland 21153 Phone 410 998 9134 Specifications Triton Two Speaker Dimensions 71 2 W x 15 D x 48 H height is with base installed no spikes Base 111 2 W x 18 D Weight 60 lbs Frequency Response 16 Hz 35 kHz Efficiency 91 dB Nominal Impedance Compatible with 8 ohms Driver Complement Two 5 x 9 long throw quadratic subwoofers coupled to Two 7 x 10...

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Page 16: ...easonable time freight collect This Warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident misuse abuse negligence inadequate packing or shipping procedures commercial use voltage in excess of the rated maximum of the unit cosmetic appearance of cabinetry not directly attributable to defects in materials or workmanship or service or repair or modification of the Product whi...

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