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Connect the common-side speaker cord 
to the HF     of LF     terminal

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Connect the hot-side speaker cord to the 
HF     or LF     terminal. 

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Strip the insulation at the tip of the cord 
and twist the strands.

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Turn the thumbscrew anti-clockwise, 
make sure that the speaker cord is 
inserted well into the hole and turn the 
thumbscrew clokwise to fasten into 
position.

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HF

HF

LF

LF

The speaker units in this speaker system are magnetically shielded. 
However, colours may blur if the speakers are positioned too close to a 
television screen. If this happens, switch off the television and switch it 
back on again after 15 min to 30 min. If the problem persists, move the 
speakers away from the television set.

BEFORE OPERATION

Thank you for buying this PIONEER product.
Read the Instruction Manual carefully before using this speaker system so that 

you can operate it properly. After you have finished, put this manual away in a 
safe place for future reference.

The rated impedance of this speaker system  is 6    . It must be connected to a  

amplifier which accepts this type of load (miminum and maximum impedances 
accepted by the amplifier are generally indicated near the loudspeaker outlets: 
for example "4     -16    " or "6    

 

-16    ").

To guard against damage to this speaker system due to an electric power 

overload, take the following precautions:

Do not supply more than the maximum permitted power to the speaker 

system (see Specifications). 

Any connection or switching on or off of part of the audio system (CD 

player, tuner etc.) must be carried out after switching off the amplifier or at 
least with the loudspeaker outlets disconnected (if the amplifier allows). 
Interference caused by these operations will otherwise reach the speaker  
and may damage the treble loudspeaker units. 

When boosting particular frequencies using a graphic equaliser or bass 

and treble correctors, make sure that you do not increase the amplifier 
volume excessively, as the speaker will be overloaded more quickly.

Do not force a low-power amplifier to produce a high level of sound as 

harmonic distortion increases rapidly in this situation and may pose a 
danger to the treble speaker units. 

Avoid touching the diaphragms and suspensions of speakers units as they are 

fragile.

CONNECTIONS

Switch off the amplifier power supply (OFF).
Connect the cables to the input terminals on the rear of the speaker: Connect 

the neutral cable to the HF    or LF     terminal and the live cable to the HF    or 
LF     terminal.

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REMARKS :

For a bi-wiring connection, first remove the cables which link the two pairs of 

input terminals labelled HF     and LF     , and HF     and LF     .

Check that the cables are securely connected to the terminals. A loose 

connection may cause not just intermittent or distorted sound but short-circuiting 
and breakdown of the amplifier.

If the cables of one of the speakers have been connected with the wrong 

polarities, you will find when listening to a stereo recording that bass sounds are 
weakened and the stereo effect normally obtained between the two speakers 
does not exist.

Connect the cables to the loudspeaker outlet terminals of the amplifier. Connect 

the live cable to the     terminal and the neutral cable to the     terminal.

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In order to minimize the transmission of vibrations from the speaker to the floor, 
Pioneer offers two possibilities :

4 foam cushions to be stuck on the 
underside of the speaker system.

4 metal decoupling spikes to be 
screwed under the speaker system 
(after having unscrewed the 4 metal 
feet).
If  desired (especially with polished 
wood floors), you can also employ the 
4 provided metal bases between the 4 
decoupling spikes and the floor.  
 

This speaker system is heavy and fragile, and it is therefore dangerous to install it 
in an unstable position. For added safety, it is advisable to attach these speakers 
to a wall or pillar using chains and hooks (not supplied). To do so,  screw the 
provided metal ring to the back of the speaker cabinet and then pass a chain or 
cable through the metal ring. 

INSTALLATION

ADVICES AND PRECAUTIONS :

For optimum sound reproduction of high frequencies, the treble speaker units 

must be at the same height as the listener's ears.

For low frequencies, it is possible to increase the level of bass sounds by 

positioning the speakers close to a wall (the maximum increase being obtained 
for a position in a corner of the listening room). 

Do not install the speakers close to an oven or heating appliance. Avoid 

exposing them to direct sunlight. High temperatures can distort the structure of 
the enclosure and adversely affect the sound.

Speaker System

Operating Instructions

CAUTION : INSTALLATION

Do not place the speaker on an unstable surface. It could present a hazard if it 

falls, as well as damaging the equipment. If placing the speaker on a thick 
carpet, we recommend using the supplied speaker spikes for stability.

Switch off and unplug your AV equipment and consult the instructions when 

connecting up components. Make sure you use the correct connecting cables.

Do not put a TV or other AV equipment on top of this speaker. It could present a 

hazard if it falls, as well as damaging the equipment.

Do not install your speakers overhead on the ceiling or wall. If improperly 

attached, the speaker grille can fall and cause damage or personal injury. 

Do not attach these speakers to the wall or ceiling. They may fall off and cause 

injury.

CAUTION : IN USE

Do not use the speaker to output distorted sound for long periods of times. This 

can result in a fire hazard.

Do not sit or stand on the speaker, or let children play on the speaker.
Do not put large or heavy objects on top of the speaker.

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