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Setup
The configuration and placement of your AV32 monitors on speaker stands or your desktop workstation may affect
the performance of the speakers. Use the following tips to achieve the best performance out of your AV32 monitors.
Tip:
If possible, place your
AV32
monitors on speaker stands instead of your desktop. Desks tend to resonate
sympathetically at low frequencies and may adversely affect the bass response of your monitors. If speaker stands
are not possible due to space restrictions and you notice a buildup in bass, try placing the monitors on isolation pads
(included) to acoustically de-couple the monitors from the desk.
Precautions
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Connections:
Your AV32 monitors have a variety of inputs for use with a multitude of devices. Soundcards or
other devices with RCA line outputs can be connected to the RCA inputs on your left speaker’s back panel. If
your soundcard or portable music player has an 1/8” output, you can connect it to the front panel aux input,
using the provided 1/8” to 1/8” cable.
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Correct Power Operation:
Since the AV32 contains amplifiers, it must be connected
to a power outlet. Before connecting power, please make sure that the On/Off switch
on the back of the AV32 is set to the off position.
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Acoustic/Traction Pads:
In order to minimize vibrations and maximize physical
stability, we recommend you use the provided acoustic/traction pads on the bottoms of
the AV32 monitors.
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Speaker Wire Connections:
Use the red and black cable included in the AV32
package to connect the Left and Right speakers via the red /black spring-clip terminals
on the back of each speaker.
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Connecting to a Computer Sound Card or Other Audio Output Device:
Before connecting the AV32
monitors, make sure the power from the computer or other output device has been turned off and the AV32
system is also turned off. Connect the RCA input jacks to the corresponding output connectors of a computer
sound card, portable music player, etc. You can also use the 1/8" stereo mini cable to connect a secondary
audio device to the “Aux” input on the front of the AV32.
Placement
Place your monitors 3–5 feet (1–1.5 meters) apart from each other and from you
so that they form an equilateral triangle with your position when viewed from
above. Angle them slightly inward so that the drivers face you.
In general, we recommend placing them at least 3 feet (approximately 1 meter)
away from the nearest wall and other flat surfaces.
Tips:
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Make sure your studio and monitors are equidistant from the walls on
either side of it. This helps ensure proper symmetry of your stereo signal.
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If possible, set up your studio and monitors in the "front" third of the room.
This helps prevent the reflections of peak frequencies from building up.
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If possible, place your monitors on speaker stands instead of directly on your desk. Desks tend to resonate
sympathetically at low frequencies and may adversely affect the monitors' bass response. If you cannot use
speaker stands, try placing the monitors on isolation pads to acoustically "de-couple" the monitors from the
desk.
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Use other sound-absorbent materials (carpeting, foam, etc.) to prevent reflections in the room.
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