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Use with Subwoofers
Genelec recommends using the 7300 series subwoofers. For
more detailed system configuration and matching products,
please consult the on-line Genelec Product Selection Tool at
www.genelec.com.
Maintenance
There are no user serviceable parts inside the monitor.
Maintenance or repair must only be done by a Genelec certified
service.
Accessories
Up to date information about Genelec accessoris can be found
in the Accessories Catalogue which is available on Genelec’s
website www.genelec.com.
Safety Considerations
Although the 1032C has been designed in accordance with in-
ternational safety standards, to ensure safe operation and to
maintain the monitor under safe operating conditions, the fol-
lowing warnings and precautions must be observed:
• Servicing and adjustment must only be performed by a
certified Genelec service. The monitor enclosure must not
be opened.
• Do not use this product with an unearthed mains cable or
a mains connection without the protective earth contact as
this may lead to personal injury.
• To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to
water or moisture.
• Do not place any objects filled with liquid, such as vases
on the monitor or near it.
• Note that the amplifier is not completely disconnected
from the AC mains service unless the mains power cord is
removed from the amplifier or the mains outlet.
• Free flow of air behind the monitor is necessary to maintain
sufficient cooling.
• Do not obstruct airflow around the monitors.
WARNING!
These monitors are capable of producing sound pressure levels
in excess of 85 dB SPL, which may cause permanent hearing
damage.
Guarantee
Genelec 1032C is guaranteed for two years against
manufacturing faults or defects altering performance. Refer to
the reseller for full sales and guarantee terms.
Compliance to FCC Rules
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
Table 2. Monitor front panel light indications summary
Colour
Indication
Solid greed
Normal state, normal operation
Blinking green
GLM is adjusting the monitor
Green blink every 10 sec.
Monitor is an ISS power saving sleep
state
Red blink
Power amplifier overload protection is
active (audio is modified because of
protection)
Solid red
Monitor is muted
Yellow
Monitor is not in the active (playing)
group
Yellow blinking
Overheat protection is active (audio is
modified because of protection)
the GLM system calibration software. Setting the Stored switch
to OFF position selects the settings defined by the monitor’s own
controls. Setting the Stored switch to ON position selects the
use of internally stored GLM settings. Using the Stored option
overrides all adjustments done with the monitor’s own controls.
Operating Environment
These monitors are designed for indoor use only. The permissible
ambient temperature is 15-35 degrees Celsius (50-95°F) and
relative humidity 20% to 80% (non-condensing). When the
product has been stored or transported in cool environment and
is taken into a warm room, wait 0.5-1 hours before opening any
packing to prevent condensation of humidity before connecting
to mains power. Sufficient cooling must be ensured. The
minimum clearance is 50 mm (2 in) behind, above and on both
sides of the monitor. The space must be ventilated sufficiently
to dissipate the heat.
Mounting and Placing Monitors
Mounting Options
Aim the monitor so that its acoustic axis point towards the
listening position (see Figure 3). Vertical orientation is preferable,
as this eliminates acoustical cancellation problems around
the crossover frequency. Place the monitors symmetrically at
equal distances from the listening position. If possible, place
the listening position on the left-right centerline of the room
(see Figure 4). When a monitor is placed far away (1 to 2.2 m,
3-7 ft) from the acoustically hard wall behind the monitor, an
acoustic reflection from the wall may cause cancellation of low
frequencies and reduce bass output.
Acoustic reflections from objects like desks, cabinets, computer
monitors etc. can cause unwanted colouration and blurring of
the sound image. Minimise these by placing the monitors away
from acoustically reflective surfaces. Putting the monitors on
stands behind and above a mixing console usually improves the
response over placing monitors on a meter bridge. Symmetrical
positioning of the sound reflecting objects maintains a balanced
soundstage (see Figure 4).
Front Panel Light
Normally, the light on the front panel is green, indicating normal
operational mode. Red and yellow colours are used to indicate
special situations. See Table 2 above.
