OWNER`S MANUAL & INSTALL GUIDE
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1. marked with a stripe color and or other indicator to the positive terminals on your speakers and amplifier and the negative side of the cable to the negative terminals Amplifier selection is critical to your enjoyment of your new speakers If you are considering upgrading your current component amplifier or multi function receiver we suggest purchasing as much power as your budget can afford It will always be preferable to have an affordable high powered model with fewer bells and whistles than a lower powered model straining to operate near its power limits High volume settings that produce audible distortion indicating an under powered amplifier could eventually damage your speakers and your amplifier Begin and end listening sessions at low volume levels so you will not power up your system the next time with possibly harmful high voltages A damaging surge also could result if you change the input source from FM tuner to CD player for example at high volume levels If you suspect that one channel of your amplifier has failed have it repaired immediately by your dealer Damage to your speakers could occur if you switch between the good and defective channels 3 SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT Subwoofer placement is less critical because the frequencies they reproduce are omni directional This means the human ear doesn t perceive these low frequencies as coming from a specific direction enabling placement of a subwoofer virtually an2. boomy bass considerably A Bookshelf speakers placed in a semi enclosed space or cabinet can artificially emphasize bass output Reduce the bass control on your amplifier or move the speakers to the front of the cabinet Alternatively reposition the speakers to a more open location DISTORTED SOUND FROM THE SPEAKERS il This problem is usually caused by setting the volume control too high Reduce the amplifier receiver volume to a lower level 2 If noise and distortion are audible at higher volume levels your amplifier may not be powerful enough Consider upgrading to a unit with higher power NOTE Remember even though your Phase Technology speakers can handle considerable power levels ANY speaker if used improperly can be damaged Consult your Phase Technology dealer for assistance in choosing a new amplifier or receiver WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Phase Technology warrants its loudspeakers to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten 10 years for speaker product limited lifetime for CI speakers and three 3 years for the electronic components to the original purchaser Purchase must be made from an authorized Phase Technology dealer This warranty does not cover service or parts to repair damage caused by misuse abuse damage while in transit alterations unauthorized repairs failure to follow instructions fire flood or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of Phase Technology Defects in spea
3. technicians to quickly restore your speaker to its original performance specifications TROUBLESHOOTING NO SOUND il Verifv that all components are plugged in and turned on 2 Check all speaker wires and cables for loose connections 3 Check to see if you have selected the proper source on your amplifier VOICES DO NOT APPEAR TO COME FROM BETWEEN THE SPEAKERS BASS RESPONSE IS WEAK Verify that all speaker connections from the amplifier to the speakers are running PLUS to PLUS and MINUS to MINUS 2 Check to see if there are any furnishings or plants that may be blocking the output of a speaker SOUND BUT NO BASS MOST LIKELY IN SYSTEMS WITH A SUBWOOFER il Verify that the subwoofer is plugged into an AC outlet and power is turned on 2 Check that the speaker wire cable going from the amplifier receiver to the subwoofer is securely fastened 2 Check the volume control of the subwoofer 4 Refer to your amplifier receiver manual to make sure you have adjusted its bass output properly MUDDY OR BOOMY BASS 1 Check the volume control for the subwoofer Excess volume can cause speakers to sound distorted and unnatural 2 Try adjusting the crossover control on the subwoofer or the subwoofer setup on your receiver to a slightly lower frequency example reduce from 120 Hz to 80 or 60 Hz d If the subwoofer or full size speaker is close to a corner side or back wall trv moving it awav from the wall This mav reduce the
4. to your individual room acoustics and personal taste MPE A 5 Servo Control This features automatically protects the subwoofer against damage fo N which can be caused by excessive amplifer power and or distortion Phase Tech s servo i control system constantly monitors the incoming signal This active protection circuitry 205V 2A provides listeners with the full dynamic range of sound while protecting the subwoofer from potential damage 6 LFE Input The Low Frequency Effect LFE input bypasses the built in crossover network allowing accurate control of the subwoofer by A V receivers equipped with their own Subwoofer Out or LFE Output connection HOOKING UP YOUR POWER FL UBWOOFER OPTION 1 LOW LEVEL SETUP This is the recommended method for those amplifiers and receivers that are equipped with a Subwoofer Out or Pre Amp Out connection Virtually all audio video receivers have this connection clearly marked on the rear panel Run a dedicated interconnect cable with RCA connectors from the subwoofer output jack to the line input on the subwoofer In this setup you will be using the internal crossover on your processor SUBWOOFER CONNECTIONS OPTION 2 HIGH LEVEL INPUT SETUP If your amplifier or receiver does not have a dedicated subwoofer output it will be necessary to connect your new subwoofer directly to the soeaker output terminals on the back of the unit In this scenario you will be running high q
5. unlikely event that you should experience a problem with set up or operation please contact one of our authorized dealers for assistance or contact us directly Phase Technology Corporation 8005 W 110th St Suite 208 Overland Park KS 66210 855 663 5600 Domestic 1 913 663 5600 International Fax 913 663 3200 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GETTING STARTED AND PRECAUTIONARY NOTES SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT SPEAKER CONNECTIONS SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIER PANEL HOOKING UP YOUR POWER FL SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER CONNECTIONS AMPLIFIER SETUP AND BASS MANAGEMENT CARING FOR YOUR SPEAKERS MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY SPECIFICATIONS O 0O O71 0 O71 OF1 OF1 SB HB HB W GW PO SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of un insulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be off sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance 1 Read
6. Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to 8 Ventilation The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation For example the appliance should not be situated on a bed sofa rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings or placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings 9 Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators stoves or other appliances that produce heat 10 Power Source The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance 11 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed up or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance 12 Cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer 13 Nonuse Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when l
7. TECHNOLOGY SPEAKERS FOR YOUR LIFE POWER Seley weveteles OWNER S MANUAL amp INSTALL GUIDE DIOGF POWER FL Owners Manual Installation Instructions TE CH NO LO GY SPEAKERS FOR YOUR LIFE POWER FL 8 e POWER FL 10 e POWER FL 12 ATA ATTENTION l FEATURES 250 WATT AMPLIFIER e SIGNAL SENSING AUTO TURN ON OFF e GAIN CONTROL e PHASE SWITCH e VARIABLE CROSSOVER e LINE LEVEL HIGH LEVEL INPUTS e LFE INPUT e OVERSIZED SURROUND FOR ULTRA LONG EXCURSION 0 SERVO CONTROL MONITORS AND ADJUSTS OUTPUL FOR DYNAMIC AND UNDISTORTED RESPONSE Thank you for choosing Phase Technology speakers We know there are a wide variety of choices available today and we sincerely appreciate your purchase of our product Phase Technology speakers are built to exacting standards and will provide many years of listening enjoyment Our speakers are the result of over five decades of designing and manufacturing We hold many key patents in loudspeaker technology including the soft dome tweeter Our mission our passion is to constantly advance the art and science of accurate audio reproduction Our dedication insures your new speakers will accurately reproduce all the impact detail and delicacy of today s digital technology Regardless of application serious audiophile listening or home theater we recommend that you take the time to read this manual thoroughly before connecting speakers to your amplifier or receiver In the highly
8. eft unused for a long period of time 14 Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that neither objects fall nor liquids spill into the inside of the appliance 15 Damage Requiring Service The application should be serviced by qualified service personnel when a the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged b objects have fallen onto or liquid has been spilled into the appliance c the appliance has been exposed to rain d the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or e the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet damaged 4 Follow Instructions All operating and other instructions should be followed 16 Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond those means described in the operating instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel 5 Water and Moisture The appliance should not be used near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement Or near a swimming pool etc 17 Grounding or Polarization Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated APPLICABLE FOR USA CANADA OR WHERE APPROVED FOR USAGE CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE PLUG TO WIDE SLOT INSERT FULLY 6 Carts and Stands The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manu
9. facturer PORTABLE CART WARNING kl D m 7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer ATTENTION POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRESE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND GETTING STARTED AND PRECAUTIONARY NOTES For proper connection and therefore full enjoyment of your new Phase Technology speakers we encourage you to read this owners manual thoroughly even if you are very familiar with installing speakers and home entertainment equipment Speaker placement is very subjective Placement follows the guidelines for the developers of multi channel home entertainment systems yet is also guided by personal preferences The proper spacing location and adjustment of front rear and center channel speakers as well as subwoofers are critical for complete enjoyment of your new speakers This manual covers these topics thoroughly Before connecting your new speakers or other system components turn the system power off and unplug your amplifier to avoid any possibility of damage from power surges or unbalanced loads before the system is properly connected Observe speaker polarity carefully Every cable speaker terminal and amplifier connection are clearly marked to show their positive and negative polarities For ideal system performance always connect the positive side of the cable
10. itive side For proper polarity and thus ideal system performance always connect the positive side of the cable to the positive terminals on your speakers and amplifier and the negative side of the cable to the negative terminals SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIER PANEL 1 Power ON Auto OFF This switch when left in the Auto position automatically activates the subwoofer when an audio signal is detected and shuts the subwoofer off ea after approximately ten 10 minutes of silence E DILECF 2 Phase Control This adjustment matches the phase the in and out movement of PHASE TECHNOLOGY 0 180 speaker cones to that of your main speakers Adjust this control by listening to music with bass content The setting is correct when the bass sounds the fullest aust h 5 3 Crossover Frequency Control This adjustment varies the point at which the subwoofer Oe KE takes over the task of creating low bass frequencies from the rest of the audio signal 6 permitting additional fine tuning of the total system A little experimentation with this control roy eS AN A will allow you to match the performance of the subwoofer to the rest of your speakers c resulting in extraordinary accurate deep bass response This control should be turned to ATTENTIONI _ its highest setting when the sub is connected through the Subwoofer out on your receiver 4 Subwoofer Level Control Adjusts the volume of bass energy allowing you to customize overall tonal balance
11. ker cabinets or grilles must be brought to the attention of your dealer immediately after purchase This warranty will be void if the products serial number has been altered or removed Should your Phase Technology product require service please call the MSE Audio customer service department for a return authorization All merchandise returned to Phase Technology without prior authorization will be refused For your return authorization number please call 855 663 5600 or email sales mseaudio com Copyright 2014 MS Electronics LLC All rights reserved MSE Audio Phase Technology and Phaselech are registered trademarks and Speakers for your Life is a trademark of MSE Audio Overland Park Kansas USA Phase Technology is part of MSE Audio www phasetech com MSE ALIDIOI Lou HHH i soidiprive sounoTUS SOUNDSPHERE TECHNOLOGY www mseaudio com 8005 W 110th Street Suite 208 Overland Park KS 66210 p 913 668 5600 f 913 663 3200
12. uality speaker wires from the left and right front outputs of your amplifier to the high level inputs on the subwoofer You will then need a second set of wires to carry the signal from the subwoofer back to the main speakers AMPLIFIER SETUP AND BASS MANAGEMENT Many home theater receivers processors have a feature that controls how the bass is processed and delivered to the subwoofer It also adjusts the amount of bass that is sent to your satellite soeakers Look carefully in your amplifier or receiver s instruction manual for details on how to adjust for the speaker size sometimes called Speaker Setup for your system CARING FOR YOUR PHASE TECHNOLOGY SPEAKER All Phase Technology speakers are finished with a high degree of craftsmanship in either hand polished paint or vinyl laminates We recommend using a lint free rag with a small amount of glass cleaner to maintain the long lasting beauty of the finish Avoid products containing silicones oils oil derivatives or solvents Enclosures finished in vinyl laminates may be cleaned with a damp cloth as necessary MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Because of Phase Technology s uncompromising quality control programs it s unlikely that your speakers will ever need service if connected and used as outlined in this Owners Manual In the unlikely event that a problem does occur please contact your Phase Technology dealer Your dealer has the necessary factory authorized parts and trained
13. ywhere in the listening room It s best however to keep a subwoofer within the sound field of the other speakers The closer the subwoofer is to a wall the louder and more intense its bass output will be this effect is even stronger when the sub is placed in or near a room s corner If using two subwoofers start by placing them next to the front left and right speakers in both front corners or one in the corner and one 1 3 of the way along the front wall from the corner Each room is different Experiment with these options or try other locations until you get the best results If you must choose a less than ideal position the output level of Phase Technology powered subwoofers is adjustable to compensate for your listening environment SPEAKER CONNECTIONS The following instructions apply whether you are using a separate amplifier or Home Theater receiver For simplicity we will use the term amplifier throughout this manual to mean both SPECIAL NOTE TURN OFF AND UNPLUG YOUR AMPLIFIER BEFORE CONNECTING SPEAKERS SPECIAL NOTE OBSERVE SPEAKER POLARITY CAREFULLY Every cable speaker and amplifier is clearly marked to show their positive and negative terminals Amps and speakers may use some combination of these symbols and or colors to indicate positive usually red and negative usually black or white connections One strand of your cable will also be ridged and or marked with a colored line or other indicator on the pos
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