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DO NOT connect your loudspeaker terminals to the mains supply.

Introduction

DO NOT expose your loudspeakers to excessive cold, heat, humidity or 

The Q Acoustics 1000i series is a range of loudspeakers designed to meet 

sunlight. 

the  highest  expectations  of  dedicated  2-channel  audiophiles  and 
discerning movie enthusiasts. The range comprises:

If you play your loudspeakers without their grilles on, be careful to protect 
the drive units from damage.

1010i:

 Compact Bookshelf speaker with a 100 mm bass driver. 

DO  NOT  use  makeshift  stands.  Fit  the  Q-Acoustics  approved  stand 

1020i:

 Bookshelf speaker with a 125 mm bass driver. 

according to the instructions and using any fixings provided. Your dealer 

1030i:

 Compact Floorstander with

 

a 165

 

mm bass driver

will advise you.

1050i:

 Floorstander with two 165 mm bass drivers

DO NOT dismantle the loudspeaker. You will invalidate the warranty.

1000Ci:

 Centre channel with two 100 mm bass drivers, which can be wall 

mounted if required. 

Unpacking your loudspeakers

1000Si:

  100  Watt  active  subwoofer  with  a  200  mm  driver  and  signal 

Unpack the speakers fully. Lift the speakers from the cartons by holding 

sensing for automatic power on/off.

the cabinets. Do 

not 

use the polythene bags to lift them. The 1030i, 1050i, 

and 1000Si are heavy - get assistance to lift them if necessary.

All the passive speakers are bi-wireable with the exception of the 1010i 
and 1000Ci.

When manoeuvring loudspeakers, do not drag them across the floor as 
this may cause damage - lift them before moving them.

All the loudspeakers may be operated close to TV monitors with no ill-
effects with the exception of the 1000Si, which should not be operated 

In the carton you will find:

  The loudspeaker/s and this product manual.

within  500mm  of  TV  screens  monitors  or  other  magnetically  sensitive 

In addition the packing for the following models contains:

equipment. Plasma and LCD screens are unaffected. 

1030i  and  1050i:   

A  plinth  for  each  speaker,  screws,  an  Allen  key  to 

Before making any connections to your loudspeakers make sure that all 

attach the stand and a set of floor spikes and spike covers.

active units in your system are switched off at the mains.

1010i, 1020i, 1000Ci:  

A

 

set of four adhesive feet.

When switching on your sound system or changing input sources, set the 

1000Si:

  

An IEC power cord suitable for the mains supply in your area.

main volume control at a low level. Turn up the level  gradually.

Check the product carefully. If any items are damaged or missing, report 

NEVER 

play your sound system at   full   volume. The position of the 

this to your dealer as soon as possible.

volume control is deceptive and does not indicate the power level of the 

Retain the packing for future transport. If you dispose of the packing, 

system. Using very high volume settings may damage your hearing. 

please do so following all recycling regulations in your area.

Q Acoustics 1000i Series

Summary of Contents for 1000i SERIES

Page 1: ...User Manual and Product Specifications 0 1 00i Series EN FR IT ES DE EL ZH RU ...

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Page 3: ...beingwalkedonorpinched particularly located on the rear panel To permit free access to this switch the at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit apparatusmustbelocatedinanopenareawithoutanyobstructions fromtheapparatus andtheswitchmustbefreelyoperable Useonlyattachments accessoriesspecifiedbythemanufacturer Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the Useonly...

Page 4: ... bi wireable with the exception of the 1010i and 1000Ci When manoeuvring loudspeakers do not drag them across the floor as this may cause damage lift them before moving them All the loudspeakers may be operated close to TV monitors with no ill effects with the exception of the 1000Si which should not be operated In the carton you will find The loudspeaker s and this product manual within 500mm of ...

Page 5: ...chamber with the mouth of the bag protruding at least Make sure the recess in the stand 100 mm Carefully pour or faces the rear of the loudspeaker spoon the sand into the bag Thread the spikes half way into the When all the sand is in the base and return the loudspeaker to bag tie the mouth securely the upright position If you have a and push the bag into the wood or stone floor push a spike chamb...

Page 6: ...er and has a level top If not consider placing the TV on a cabinet with the 1000Ci on a secure shelf immediately below the TV If you have a Plasma or LCD monitor mount the 1000Ci to the wall or other suitable surface immediate ly above or below the screen SurroundSpeakers There are recommendations from Dolby labs for 5 1 effects speakers 1010iand1020i Surround speakers should be mounted on either ...

Page 7: ...as a stripe or tracer along one core By convention this is The 1010i and 1000Ci have standard two terminal crossovers connected to the positive terminals The cables connecting the amplifier to the front loudspeakers should ideally be the same length Never join cables use complete lengths PreparingCables Split the cable to a depth of about 40 mm Bare the wire to a depth of 10mm and twist the ends t...

Page 8: ...tching BLACK the loudspeaker terminals and remove both links Now connect the Negative terminal of the amplifier treble terminals and the bass terminals to the amplifier following the procedure described in Standard Wiring Refer to the illustration below Repeat this procedure for the LEFT channel In the case of the 1020i 1030i and 1050i you may use any convenient Positive or Negative terminal Refer...

Page 9: ... bass will be re inforced though in some locations the bass may be boomy and indistinct Do not place the subwoofer across a corner The subwoofer should be positioned close to a mains power source Do not use extension cables Purchase a longer power cord if necessary The MAINS ON OFF switch is the means of disconnecting this apparatus from the mains and is mounted on the rear panel There should be a...

Page 10: ...ternatively use the High Level connection level terminals on the rear of the subwoofer Connect the RED High LevelConnections terminal on the RIGHT subwoofer input to the RED Positive terminal In this mode the subwoofer is connected to the amplifier together with the on the RIGHT channel of the amplifier Connect the BLACK terminal Front loudspeakers This connection should be used only if a dedicate...

Page 11: ...s to all before the final decision is made three may be necessary before the system is fully set up Auto Power On This feature enables you to switch the main system on Level The Level Control sets the volume of the subwoofer relative to the and off without having to remember to switch the subwoofer on and off as other speakers in the system Set a level that enhances the bass of the well system The...

Page 12: ...6 1 and 7 1 connections are the same as 5 1 connections with the addition of the extra effects channel s When running loudspeaker cables be especially careful not to run them across open floor areas where they could be a source of danger Run loudspeaker cables around room boundaries whenever possible Line level signal cables should be run apart from mains cables Never run line level signal cables ...

Page 13: ...When the basic system parameters have been established put your processor into the setup routine Set up each individual speaker so that the level is the same at the listening position as all the others If your processor enables you to adjust the delay times follow the instructions closely as this will profoundly affect the final result When you play a movie you may think the rear channels are too ...

Page 14: ...ributor or agent Grilles Misuse and fair wear and tear are not covered by warranty Lightly brush out grilles with a soft brush Do not remove the speaker Goods for repair should in the first instance be returned to the supplying grilles unless absolutely necessary dealer If this is not possible the item s should be sent carriage paid preferably in the original packing to Q Acoustics or their appoin...

Page 15: ... 25 75W 2 8 kHz 7 0 litres H250 x D265x W175 4 0 Kg 2 way reflex 165 mm 25 mm 48Hz 20 kHz 6Ù 3 6Ù 90dB 25 100W 2 7 kHz 17 7 litres H900 x D295 x W195 15 5 Kg 2 way reflex 2 x 165 mm 25 mm 44Hz 20 kHz 6Ù 3 8Ù 92dB 25 150W 2 4 kHz 35 7 litres H975 x D295 x W195 17 8 Kg 2 way reflex 2 x 100mm 25 mm 75Hz 20 kHz 6Ù 4 7Ù 89dB 25 100W 2 8 kHz 5 2 litres H150 x D195 x W425 5 5 Kg 1010i 1020i 1030i 1050i 1...

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