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The three-way toggle switch provides the ability to adjust the low frequency when the monitors are
effected by by room boundaries such as  walls and corner locations.  The setting labeled WHOLE
refers to the term "Whole Space" and is used to provide the most bass response.  QUARTER refers
to quarter space and rolls off the most low frequencies.  HALF refers to "Half Space" and provides a
setting in between no roll off and QUARTER space roll off.  Your monitors come from the factory set
to WHOLE space.  Read further in this document for more advice on set up.

(C) Clip Indicator/Limiter Switch

The Clip Indicator/Limiter switch allows you to choose between three options. 

1. In the On position the clip led (RED) is active and the limiter is bypassed.  At the onset
of the red LED illuminating, the amplifier is close to clipping.  When the red LED blinks
occasionally and lightly no damage is occurring to your monitor. If the red LED is lit for
extended periods of time please turn down the input signal to your monitors to avoid 
damage!  The clip indicator can be a preferred setting while tracking or mixing at louder 
volumes to indicate the potential for excessive volumes that can damage your monitors.

2. In the “Off” position the clip LED is inactive and the limiter is bypassed.

3. In the “Limit” position the signal is routed through the Limiter circuit and the signal is 
limited when a predetermined threshold is passed. When the limiter is activated by 
overdriving the amplifier, the led will illuminate. The duration and intensity of the green LED
will increase as limiting increases. It is not recommended to mix with the limiter activated
as the limiting of the audio signal will change the characteristics of the audio.  If you are
finding that you need to activate the limiter for mixing, then it is recommended to instead
turn your system down to limit overdriving the audio signal.

Connecting Your System

POWERING ON

All connections should be made, all faders and controls should be set at their minimum 
levels, and all other equipment should be powered on prior to powering on your V8 
monitors.The power On/Off switch is located on the rear pane. The KRK Logo on the front
baffle illuminates when the power is applied.

Audio Mute Switch

Placing this switch in the ON position activates a timing circuit whereby the High Voltage
Power Supply is shut off after approximately 20 minutes if no audio signal is detected.  The
Low Voltage Power supply is still drawing current.  The monitor will unmute when signal is
detected.If you are working with very low level or intermittent material such as audio for
games or surround mixing, it is recommended to leave the auto mute switch off.

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Summary of Contents for VXT 4

Page 1: ...U S E R G U I D E KRK VXT SERIES BI AMPLIFIED STUDIO MONITOR ...

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Page 3: ...xtended low end and slotted ports that greatly reduce port turbulence What s more we ve provided valuable and practical features like an improved speaker protection circuit for added confidence and new drivers for extended frequency response The result is a studio reference monitor that you can trust delivering defined low end articulate midrange and precise natural highs Whether you are making cr...

Page 4: ... from some of the top engineers and producers KRK engineers have come to understand how a properly tuned monitor can become a valuable recording tool The VXT monitors have been designed to be as flat as possible so that what you hear represents the true nature of the audio material without coloration or enhancement You can be confident in the fact that your mixes will be accurate and phase coheren...

Page 5: ...e system to extend its lower frequency capability The third advantage is that there are no parallel internal walls This eliminates standing waves and or nodes which are extremely detrimental to the internal and external acoustical response of an enclosure These characteristics aid in eliminating the cabinet from potentially coloring the sound of the speaker system Active Filter Crossovers The VXT ...

Page 6: ... Adjustment is through a rear panel mounted 3 position toggle switch Range of control is 1dB Flat or 1dB shelving above 2 kHz Factory setting is flat toggle switch is in middle position Room acoustics may dictate which type of adjustment you need to make to retain the proper frequency response from the monitor B LF ADJUSTMENT VXT 6 and VXT 8 ONLY This 3 way switch adjusts the low frequency respons...

Page 7: ...tive and the limiter is bypassed 3 In the Limit position the signal is routed through the Limiter circuit and the signal is limited when a predetermined threshold is passed When the limiter is activated by overdriving the amplifier the led will illuminate The duration and intensity of the green LED will increase as limiting increases It is not recommended to mix with the limiter activated as the l...

Page 8: ...nt room The low frequency can be adjusted to compensate for the first reflection bounce off the woofer whether it comes from the floor as in the typical stereo setup or from the surface of the mixing board when the monitor is placed atop the meter bridge Placing the monitor close to a rear wall sidewall or a corner will reinforce the low frequencies Generally speaking if you move them two to three...

Page 9: ...o large or heavy for the meter bridge This set up has the potential for a larger sweet spot and better spatial imaging Make sure that the height of the woofer is above height of the console s meter bridge Subwoofer Setup Begin by determining the best location for your subwoofer If possible the optimum set up would look like the set up in Figure 3 however this setup may not be practical or possible...

Page 10: ...els should be placed 110 degrees from the Center channel Their location should also be equidistant from the listening position The subwoofer Low Frequency Effects channel is most effective when situated directly below the Center channel as shown in Figure 4 If this is not possible place the subwoofer just to the right or left side and below the Center channel Ensure that the woofers are above the ...

Page 11: ...he subwoofer just to the right or left side and below the Center channel Like the three front speakers the Left and Right surround speakers are positioned at equidistance from the mix position directly to the sides Finally the Left and Right rear surround speakers are placed behind the mix position at equidistance to the mix position The 7 1 channel surround sound environment is one of total immer...

Page 12: ...e source output and the monitor input The System Gain pot is turned up fully clockwise 6 dB The signal source E g mixing console work station CD player etc is turned up to a level that can properly send a signal to the monitors If one of the monitors is working Exchange the audio input cable from the non working monitor to the working unit This will determine whether it s really the monitor a faul...

Page 13: ...ve a better idea of what may be at fault then call us and speak with someone in the service department They will help you determine the best solu tion to correct your monitors The service department can be reached at 954 316 1580 Problem The monitor hisses hums or makes other loud noises Here are some suggestions that will help you eliminate these undesirables from your system Make sure that the p...

Page 14: ...safest possible return to KRK please use the shipping carton and packaging that your KRKmonitor originally shipped in KRK cannot be responsible for any damages incurred during the shipping process due to poor packing Make sure to insure your shipment If your monitor is out of warranty and you would like a quotation prior to servicing your product please call for an RMA number No service will be pe...

Page 15: ...tem Level Adjust 6dB to 30dB Variable Ground Lift LFT On or GND Off Clip Indicator On Off or Limit Auto Mute On or Off HF Adjust 1dB Flat 1dB LF Adjust Whole Space 3dB 40Hz Half Space 3dB 48 Hz Quarter Space 3dB 62Hz Amp Fusing HF 15 Watts LF 30 Watts 2 0A 100VAC 50HZ 2 0A 110 120VAC 50 60Hz 1 0A 220 240VAC 50 60Hz HF 30 Watts LF 60 Watts 3 15A 100VAC 50Hz 3 15A 110 120VAC 50 60Hz 1 6A 220 240VAC ...

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