minimised by placing the loudspeaker clear of
reflective surfaces. For instance, putting the
loudspeakers on stands behind and above the
mixing console and tilting them down to point
the acoustic axes to ear level at the listening
position usually gives a better result than plac-
ing the loudspeakers on the meter bridge.
Minimum clearances
Sufficient cooling for the amplifier and function-
ing of the reflex port must be ensured if the
loudspeaker is installed in a restricted space
such as a cabinet or integrated into a wall
structure. The surroundings of the loudspeaker
must always be open to the listening room with
a minimum clearance of 5 centimeters (2”)
behind, above and on both sides of the loud-
speaker. The space adjacent to the amplifier
must either be ventilated or sufficiently large to
dissipate heat so that the ambient temperature
does not rise above 35 degrees Celsius (95°F)
Mounting options
The 8020A offers several mounting options:
The Iso-Pod™ (Isolation Positioner/Decou-
pler™) vibration insulating table stand allows
tilting the loudspeaker for correct alignment
of the acoustic axis. On the base of the loud-
speaker is a 3/8” UNC threaded hole compat-
ible with a standard microphone stand. On the
rear there are two M6x10 mm threaded holes
for Omnimount
®
size 20.5 brackets or the key-
hole wall mount adapter provided with the loud-
speaker.
Maintenance
No user serviceable parts are to be found within
the amplifier unit. Any maintenance or repair of
the 8020A unit should only be undertaken by
qualified service personnel.
Safety considerations
Although the 8020A has been designed in ac-
cordance with international safety standards,
the following warnings and cautions should
be observed to ensure safe operation and to
maintain the loudspeaker under safe operating
conditions:
• Servicing and adjustment must only be
performed by qualified service personnel.
The loudspeaker must not be opened.
• Do not use this product with an unearthed
mains cable or an unearthed mains
connection as this may compromise
electrical safety.
• Do not expose the loudspeaker to water or
moisture. Do not place any objects filled with
liquid, such as vases on the loudspeaker or
near it.
• This loudspeaker is capable of producing
sound pressure levels in excess of 85 dB,
which may cause permanent hearing
damage.
• Free flow of air behind the loudspeaker is
necessary to maintain sufficient cooling.
Do not obstruct airflow around the
loudspeaker.
• 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.
Guarantee
This product is guaranteed for a period of one
year against faults in materials or workmanship.
Refer to supplier for full sales and guarantee
terms.
