CAUTION – CAUTION – CAUTION
1.
FUSING: The speaker terminal plate indicates a maximum fuse value of 4 amps —
Type 3AG (“normal” or “fast blow”). As a precaution, your speakers have been
shipped with 3 amp fuses installed. Never bypass, increase the value beyond 4
amps, or use “slow blow” fuses in these speakers. Our destruct tests indicate it is
virtually impossible to burn out the tweeters if the above precautions are
observed.
NOTE: Burned out tweeters indicate abuse and are not covered by the warranty.
2.
CAT OWNERS: It has been reported that cats will sometimes use Magneplanars
for scratching posts. Should you have this problem we suggest cat repellent from
your local pet shop.
Fine Tuning
1.
BASS RESPONSE: If you do not have access to test equipment play a record or CD
with a repetitive bass line. Try the speakers in several positions. Begin
experimenting with the speakers approximately 3 feet from the wall. While
listening to the repetitive bass, move the speaker forward and backward in
increments of about 6 inches. You should notice positions where the bass is
stronger or weaker.
While trying di
ff
erent speaker placements, move around the listening area. You
will notice the bass is stronger in some locations than others. This is due to
standing waves in the room. You should locate your listening position and the
speakers where the sound seems the most natural.
2.
TILT FEATURE: When sitting in a low chair or when seated more than 10 or 12 feet
from the speakers, the speakers should be tilted forward for best frequency
balance. To tilt the speakers forward, pull the top of the speaker forward to allow
the
fl
ippers on the ends of the feet to drop down. To disengage the
fl
ippers
simply pull the speaker forward or reach down and rotate the
fl
ipper over the
top of the foot.
3.
STEREO IMAGING AND DEPTH: Once you have determined the best bass
position, separate the speakers by 60% of the distance from your listening chair
to the speakers. For example, if your chair is 10 feet from the speakers, move the
speakers apart in increments of 3 or 4 inches, listening carefully at each position.
At some point you will start to hear two separate speakers instead of a “stage
e
ff
ect.” If you have this “hole-in-the-middle” e
ff
ect, your speakers are too far
apart. Begin moving them back together in small increments until you notice a
point at which you achieve one cohesive “sound stage.” Orchestral music is good
for this adjustment.
Revised 3/16/2019
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