The Iota ALPHA Loudspeaker
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Congratulations on choosing the Neat Iota ALPHA loudspeakers. Used correctly, they will provide a lifetime of beautiful
music. Please read the following notes in order to get the best from them.
RUNNING IN
A 'running in' period of at least 200 hours is necessary to stabilise performance. After this period, a further
gradual improvement will occur over a period of several weeks.
FIRST
Place the loudspeaker approximately on its back, on a smooth non-abrasive surface. Fit the supplied spikes into the
threaded inserts on the base.
CONNECTION
The Iota ALPHA is supplied with a single set of terminals for 'normal' (single-wire) connection. Just connect the cable from
the amplifier to the terminals, ensuring correct polarity.
POSITIONING
Due to huge variations in the acoustic properties of different rooms, there are few hard and fast rules governing
loudspeaker positioning, and experimentation is recommended. Generally, bass output increases as distance from the
rear wall, or side wall, decreases. Stereo depth improves as the speaker is brought away from room boundaries. Start with
the Iota ALPHA at around 20cm from the rear walls, with at least 50cm from side walls, if possible, with perhaps a slight
toe-in (10-15%). Play a familiar piece of music, with some bass content, make incremental moves in different directions,
noting the changes, until an optimal position is reached. Remember that sometimes very small movements of the
loudspeaker can bring about significant differences in balance and presentation.
MAINTENANCE
The Iota ALPHA has no user-replaceable parts and requires no maintenance.
To clean the cabinet, brush lightly with a dry sponge. The bass/midrange cone can be cleaned by GENTLY using a soft,
very lightly damp cloth.
Do not touch the tweeter diaphragm.
Should a fault condition arise, consult your dealer.
WARRANTY
The Iota ALPHA is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years.
