The easiest way to test different methods and
frequencies for crossing over your subwoofer is
by using bass sweeps from the "
AVIA Guide To
Home Theater
" DVD. Specifically, the tones that
descend in frequency from the individual satellite
speakers to the subwoofer are quite useful and
effective. Using your SPL meter, watch for the
smallest amount of overall needle fluctuation
while you direct and descend the tones from
speaker to subwoofer going around your system.
Section 6-Proper Care and Feeding
Your system should now be fully set up, and con-
figured for optimum performance in your room.
We hope this information has been straightfor-
ward and easy to follow. However, should you
have any further questions or concerns that have
not been addressed in this guide, please feel free
to contact our support team at any time. You
may either call us at 877-543-7500 or simply e-
mail us at [email protected].
6.1 Speaker Grilles...On or Off?
The grille assemblies for all Rocket speakers
have been custom-designed to have negligible
effect on performance while affording some pro-
tection from inadvertent indiscretions of way-
ward children or adults with an uncontrollable
urge to poke at your drivers, curious pets, and
some low-level environmental hazards (such as
dust). While Rockets sound good and look good
with the grilles on, you may prefer listening to
and looking at your speakers with the grilles re-
moved. Go right ahead. There is certainly no
performance penalty in doing so.
6.2 Some Advice on Speaker Wire
Your Onix ELT Rocket Series speakers are al-
ready wired internally with high quality Onix ca-
ble. That's one of the reason they sound as good
as they do. Why not extend that performance
advantage even further by using Onix speaker
cable between your amplifier and your new
speakers? You'll find several types of Onix
speaker cable on the AV123 web site. We'll be
glad to advise you on the best match for your
system. And, as a new Onix Rocket Series
speaker owner, you're entitled to courtesy pric-
ing on your cable choice. Just call us. If you're
satisfied with regular "zip cord" (the typical lamp
wire you'll find in hardware stores), please use
16 gauge wire if your amplifier-to-speaker runs
are under 50 feet. For longer runs, we strongly
suggest 14 gauge.
6.3 Speaker Break In
Many audiophiles believe a component's sound
quality improves with use. With speakers in par-
ticular, this belief has basis in fact. With Rocket
ELT Series speakers, you'll notice an improve-
ment in timbre, responsiveness, and sheer musi-
cality during the first few weeks you use them.
That's because, like all electro-mechanical de-
vices, the drivers, especially the suspension ele-
ments that keep everything properly centered as
they move in and out to produce sound, "settle
in" with use. How long should you wait until
your Rocket ELT Series speakers are ready to
sing? That depends on the kind of music or
movie soundtracks you play and the volume you
feel comfortable with. If you regularly listen to
AM radio at low volume, give your products
about 100 hours to get comfortable. If, on the
other hand, you favor orchestral music at levels
you'd experience at Carnegie Hall, you won't
need that kind of patience.
6.4 Speaker Care
Your Rocket ELT Series speakers don't need
much maintenance. Dust them occasionally.
The durable matte finish on the wood veneer re-
quires only some dusting or it can be wiped off
with a water-damp, soft cloth. Please do not try
to push in the drivers with an aggressive finger!
In fact, the tweeters are somewhat fragile so
they should not be touched. Above all, listen and
enjoy! That's what your Rocket ELT Series speak-
ers were designed for. And why AV123 takes
such pride in bringing them to you!
6.5 Stay in Touch!
Remember that personalized tech support is only
a phone call away. Call USA toll-free (877) 543-
7500, or worldwide (303) 543-7500. Whether
you need our help, or you have some sugges-
tions to make Rockets even better, or you simply
want to let us know how much you are enjoying
your new speakers, we encourage you to get in
touch with us. We like hearing from our custom-
ers. For the latest information on the entire
Rocket line or to register your new speakers,
please visit us online at
www.av123.com
.
