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Copyright 2001 NHTPro, a Recoton Corporation Brand

C-20

Powered modular

center channel

SYSTEM

Owner’s Manual

C-20 Control Amplifier Serial Number:
C-20 Monitor Serial Number:

Summary of Contents for C-20

Page 1: ...Copyright 2001 NHTPro a Recoton Corporation Brand C 20 Powered modular center channel SYSTEM Owner s Manual C 20 Control Amplifier Serial Number C 20 Monitor Serial Number ...

Page 2: ...rotection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords and plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance Cleaning The appliance should only be cleaned as recommended by the manufacturer Non use Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unp...

Page 3: ...r many of the advantages of self powered speakers can be realized without the possible attendant performance compromises The following are included in the Control Amplifier carton 1 Control Amplifier 1 20 Monitor Output Cables 1 6 IEC Power Cord 4 10 32 Rack Mounting Screws 1 Warranty Registration Card 8 Plastic Insulating Washers WARNING The C 20 monitor speaker must only be used with the C 20 or...

Page 4: ...d cables with any other type will have a varying and unpredictable impact on the sound If your installation requires the use of alternative cables you may consult the Cable Measurement Data Chart on our website Be sure they are wired as shown in Fig 3a Using the Vergence cables to connect the C 20 Monitor to the Control Amplifier is quite simple and straightforward fit the XLR connectors into the ...

Page 5: ...onitoring level has a profound influence on the perception of sonics periodically checking SPL helps to assure consistent results VAC This is a reading of the AC power line voltage being supplied to the C 20 It is useful for assuring that power conditions are correct and sufficient for all the equipment on the circuit Sustained readings below 110 V may limit your maximum output levels and could in...

Page 6: ...at increased listening distance though a speaker s upper frequency power response attenuates due to room influences and air absorption The C 20 may be adjusted to compensate for this change and provide flat response at various listening distances Setting the control in the FF far field position gives the maximum high frequency output Each step counter clockwise moving toward the near field positio...

Page 7: ...20 is capable of very high output levels especially when listening in the near field Still every speaker system has its limits Harsh breakup at extremely high volume or heat emanating from the drivers is an indication that the system has exceeded its output limits and that you should lower the playback level Watch for excessive lighting of the front panel overload indicator on the Control Amplifie...

Page 8: ...00ms pink noise 1M Residual hum noise 10 dB SPL 1M System THD 90 dB SPL 0 4 100Hz 10kHz 1M Response 2 dB 1 3 oct swept noise 48Hz 20kHz 1M 45Hz 20kHz 2M 6dB LF cutoff 40Hz in room response Control Amplifier Dimensions Wgt 1 75 h x 19 w x 13 375 d 19 lbs Shipping weight 25 7lbs 11 7 kg FEATURES CONTROLS Connectors Input XLR TRS Output to monitor XLR Controls Sensitivity 5 position 10dB 3dB 4dB 11dB...

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