8
Ariva
7.1 Installation
Stage 1
Each
Ariva
loudspeaker comprises a separate
plinth
and
cabinet
. These components can be identified from the diagrams
opposite.
To begin installation, first fit four
floor spikes
and
lock-nuts
to
the underside of each
plinth
. Leave just enough spike length
extending below the lock nut to account for the thickness of
carpet and underlay. Best results will be achieved when the
spike length is set to the minimum required for the lock-nuts to
sit just above the carpet pile. Do not fully tighten the lock-nuts
at this stage.
Note:
If you intend to install the Ariva on a non-carpeted floor the
spikes should be used in conjunction with Naim Floor Protectors
(see Diagram 7.3) and set up so that just the tip extends beyond
the lock nut. Your retailer or distributor will be able to supply Floor
Protectors.
With floor spikes fitted, but not tightened, place each plinth on
the floor in the intended loudspeaker position. Use the supplied
allen key, via the access hole in the top surface of the plinth
(see Diagram 7.3), to adjust each spike so that the plinth is
both level and does not rock. Use a spirit level to confirm the
plinth is level and tighten each lock-nut using a 10mm spanner.
Note:
With thick carpet and underlay it can be difficult to ensure
that the spikes are resting on the floor. Small slits cut into the
carpet once the loudspeaker position is finalised will help.
Stage 2
Each plinth is fitted with three upward facing decoupling domes.
These domes locate in to the corresponding spherical recesses
in the underside of the Ariva cabinets. To complete the Ariva
installation carefully line-up and lower each cabinet on to its
plinth so that it locates securely (see Diagram 7.4).
7.2 Connection
If the loudspeakers are to be used with Naim amplification,
Naim loudspeaker cable will produce the best results and
is necessary with some amplifiers. Cable lengths to both
loudspeakers should be equal and be between 3.5 metres and
20 metres (11.5ft and 66ft). Your local retailer will be able to
make up cables of the appropriate length.
Connect the loudspeaker cables with their custom Naim plugs
to the input sockets located on the rear of each Ariva cabinet.
Ensure that each positive plug - identified by a rib on the side of
the cable and a tag marked “pos” on the side of the connector
body - is inserted to the red input sockets.
7 Introduction and Positioning
Naim loudspeakers are precision acoustic instruments that will only achieve optimal
performance if installed and set up carefully. Please read these instructions before
installing and using the loudspeakers. Please also retain the packaging for future
use.
The performance of any loudspeaker will be influenced by the room and position in which it is
located. Even small changes of loudspeaker position can significantly influence the sound. Choose
a site where the loudspeakers can be located between 1.2m and 4m apart (4ft and 13ft), clear of
room corners, and where each loudspeaker is between 10cm and 60cm (4” and 24”) away from a
solid back wall. It is not necessary to angle the loudspeakers inwards towards the listening position.
The distance from the back wall is the aspect of positioning most likely to require adjustment as you
become familiar with the characteristics of the loudspeakers in your room. Further from the wall the
speakers will generate less low frequency energy.
The
Ariva
is not magnetically shielded and should be kept well away from CRT displays. Should a
display suffer picture distortion caused by the proximity of
Ariva
contact your dealer or installer for
advice.
Loudspeakers, like many hi-fi components, will take time to stabilise and “run-in” and can be
expected to improve with use even over a period of weeks. For this reason it is prudent not to finalise
Ariva
positioning until they have been operating for at least one week.
