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Thank you for purchasing the Micca PB42X
Powered Bookshelf Speaker! This product
has been designed for optimal audio
reproduction performance in a variety of
home entertainment configurations, with
accuracy, clarity, and impact that discerning
audiophiles listen for.
Please take the time to become familiar with
the PB42X and the placement options as
detailed in this manual.
General Placement Recommendations
Height - For stereo listening from a fixed
listening area, the PB42X should ideally be
placed at the ear-level of the listener, with the
listener comfortably in the listening location.
Separation - The distance between a pair of
PB42X speakers should be shorter than the
distance from the speakers to the listener. Tilt
the two speakers inward toward the listener
slightly for best results.
Location – Place the PB42X along a wall or near
the corner of a room for best results. Since the
speakers are rear ported, keep the speakers at
least 4 inches away from the wall.
Usage-Specific Recommendations
Bookshelf Speakers
When placed on bookshelves, it is important to
keep both speakers at the same height. Avoid
placing the speakers at different heights as this
will degrade the sound. Speaker height should
be selected so that it is as close to ear level as
possible while considering whether listeners will
be seated or standing in the listening area.
Stereo Speaker on Stands
When used with speaker stands, it is important
to select speaker stands that place the speakers
to the ear level of the listener. Do this by
measuring the height of the listener’s ear when
seated in the listening area, and subtracting 6
inches. For example, if the listener’s ear is
measured at 36 inches from the floor when
seated, select speaker stands that are
approximately 30 inches high.
Desktop Near-field Monitor
The PB42X can be used as desktop/near-field
monitor speakers, such as when placed to the
either side of a display or mixing console. If the
COVO-S cannot be located near ear level, foam
monitor isolation wedges can be used to slightly
tilt back the speakers and to decouple the
speakers from the desk surface. Be aware that
the PB42X is not shielded and thus should not
be placed in proximity to CRT displays or other
magnetic-sensitive equipment.
Setup and Connections
WARNING: The PB42X contains a built-in
amplifier. DO NOT use any other amplifier to
power the PB42X. Doing so will result in severe
damage to the amplifier and the PB42X.
Speaker Wire Connection
The built-in amplifier is contained in the right
PB42X speaker. This amplifier is also used to
power the left speaker through the “Output to
Left” connection terminal. Speaker wires are
included for making this connection.
