Q Acoustics Concept 500, Owner'S Manual

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ENGLISH (EN)
Important Safety Information and Warnings
1. Safety Information and Warnings
Before making any connections to your loudspeakers
make sure that all active units in your system are
switched off at the mains.
When switching on your sound system or changing
input sources, set the main volume control at a low
level. Turn up the level gradually.
NEVER
play your sound system at full volume. The
position of the volume control is deceptive and does
not indicate the power level of the system. Using very
high volume settings may damage your hearing.
1.1. Instructions
Read and understand these instructions before you
use your loudspeakers. If damage is caused by failure
to follow these instructions, the warranty will not apply.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
DO NOT
connect your loudspeaker terminals to the
mains supply.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers that produce heat.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
2. Unpacking your loudspeakers
Unpack the speakers fully. Lift the speakers
from the cartons by holding the cabinets. Do
not use the protective bags to lift them. The
Concept 500s are heavy - get assistance to
lift them.
When manoeuvring loudspeakers, do not drag them
across the floor as this may cause damage - lift each
speaker before moving it.
Check the loudspeaker carefully. If any items are
damaged or missing, report this to your retailer as soon
as possible.
Retain the packaging for future transport. If you dispose
of the packaging, please do so following all recycling
regulations in your area.
3. Installation
• Only use the accessories supplied with the Concept 500.
• To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely
mounted onto the floor in accordance with the
installation instructions.
• If you play your loudspeakers without their grilles
fitted, be careful to protect the drive units from damage.
•
DO NOT
dismantle the loudspeaker. You will invalidate
the warranty.
• The use of this apparatus is indicated for tropical and/
or moderate climates.
3.1. Moisture
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this
apparatus should not be exposed to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
3.2. Servicing
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
4.0. Symbols used on this product
Hazard Warning Symbol
The ‘exclamation mark’ calls attention to
features for which you should read this
manual closely to prevent operation and
maintenance problems.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade
of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Symbol
This symbol indicates that when the unit is to be
discarded, it must be separated from other household-
type waste and sent to separate collection facilities
for recovery and recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
Please make sure you are familiar with your
local rules on the separate collection of
electrical and electronic products.