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The wire, which is coloured brown, must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter ‘L’ or coloured red.
NOTE:
For certain countries the power cord will be supplied with an integral moulded plug
to satisfy national safety standards.
CAUTION:
THIS UNIT CONTAINS MAGNETIC COMPONENTS, WHICH CAN AFFECT
ADJACENT
SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT.
2.2 Hearing damage
This equipment can deliver sound pressure levels in excess of 100 dB. At this level permanent
hearing damage can occur and exposure to this level of sound, even for relatively short periods
(see table below), can be harmful. Of equal importance to the maximum level of sound is the
exposure to high levels of sound for extended periods. There are no internationally agreed limits
and different countries have different limits, which are measured in differing ways. IT IS
IMPORTANT THEREFORE THAT THE USER ESTABLISHES THE RECOMMENDED, AND
IN SOME
TERRITORIES, LEGAL LIMITS WHICH ARE IN PLACE. As a guide the table below shows the
levels
that are acceptable in the majority of Western Europe, the US and Canada:
dB(A)
Listening time per day
90
8 hours
95
2.4 hours
100
40 minutes
105
15 minutes
110
5 minutes
115 and over
Not at all
It is also important to note that the effect of exposure to sound is cumulative. Having listened to
sound for example for 15 minutes at 105 dB, further exposure to noise levels above 80 dB should be
avoided until the next day.
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UNPACKING
This Quested product has been carefully manufactured, tested and packed to ensure that it arrives
in a flawless condition. The component parts of the packing have been thoughtfully designed to
offer sufficient protection during transportation, yet remain fully recyclable and should be retained
for future use. Also included in a separate bag will be the appropriate power cord for your country.
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INSTALLATION
4.1 Positioning/Mounting
The
SB10
is designed to be mounted either vertically or horizontally. It should be placed on the
floor close to the cabinets it is reinforcing. If a single cabinet is used in mono, it should ideally be
placed as described in the detailed setting up instructions on page 9 of this manual. If two cabinets
are to be used they should be placed directly under the stereo, full range boxes. There is a linking
stand available for this purpose. Where possible avoid positioning the
SB10
in a corner as this
increases the chance of exciting standing waves within the room, creating an unpleasant
boominess. It is important that if placed on a floor, the floor is flat and if mounted, the chosen
support is rigid so that the speaker does not vibrate when the monitor is driven. The supplied
spikes or feet should be used to stabilize the cabinet. Vibrations caused from uneven placement
will result in lack of low frequency definition. Its positioning close to or away from the rear wall
and
proximity to any room corners is best determined by experimenting and placing the speaker in
differing positions. The shape of the room, normal listening position and room treatment will all
have an effect on determining the speaker’s positioning.
The
SB10
controller is designed to mount in a standard 1U rack space. It can also be mounted on
a table or shelf. The SB controller will dissipate heat through the case. It should be positioned with
provision for air circulation.