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TEST SYSTEM
After all satellites and subwoofer connections are
completed, connect the wires to your receiver or amplifier .
IMPORTANT: Be sure not to let any stray’+’ and’-’ strands
touch each other . Touching strands will cause a short
circuit that could damage your amplifier .
Turn your receiver or amplifier ‘On’ and test the system with
your favorite music . If your system is operating properly,
refill the wire trench and enjoy your new speakers .
Contrary to popular belief, most speaker damage and
distortion occurs from using an amplifier with too little
power . The more available power an amplifier has, the
higher the threshold becomes before clipping occurs
(outputting damaging distortion), effectively raising
the useable volume of the system . Of course, going
overboard with power can allow the listener to exceed
the mechanical limits of the speakers and result in
speaker damage and distortion . However, when used
appropriately, a more powerful amplifier can reduce
the risk of distortion or speaker damage as the
amplifier will be able to continuously operate within
its intended “safe range” during normal playback of
the system .
If your speakers begin to sound harsh or grating, or if
you hear the bass breaking up, turn the volume down
immediately or you will damage your speakers! This
type of damage constitutes abuse and is not covered
under warranty .
Tone controls and equalizers can demand even more
power from an amplifier, lowering the point at which it
produces clipping distortion . Use them sparingly, if at
all, and avoid using them when listening at loud levels .
For areas larger than 3,000 sq . ft ., we recommend using
multiple Paradigm Garden Oasis Essentials systems .
Please note that powering multiple Garden Oasis
Essentials systems may require additional amplification
to properly integrate . Please consult your dealer for
guidance on amplifier capability and selection . Using
more speakers ensures that sound is not only more
evenly distributed, but also allows the system to be more
easily heard at lower listening levels . By doing this,
demand on the amplifier is reduced and neighbors are
not disturbed . Think of it this way: When lighting a large
outdoor area, using multiple floodlights on a dimmer set
to a low setting is far more effective than using a single
floodlight with the dimmer set to high .
TO AVOID SPEAKER DAMAGE
LISTENING OUTDOORS
