Polk Audio LSi FX User's Manual
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1. FIGURE 4 Pour des effets ambiophoniques diffus choisissez le mode DI POLE R glez le contr le surround de votre r cepteur a small Surround Effekte lassen sich im DIPOL Modus verteilen Stellen Sie die Surround Werte der Tiefen auf Ihrem Empfanger auf klein ein FIGURE 5 Basic Center Channel Speaker hookup diagram POWER AMPLIFIER Set Center Channel to small in your receiver s CENTER Bass Management settings lt Diagrama b sico de conexi n FIGURE 5 Diagramme de branchement rudimentaire Grundlegendes Anschlussdiagramm FIGURE 6 Basic Surround FX Speaker hookup diagram POWER AMPLIFIER Set Surrounds to small in your receiver s Bass Management settings Diagrama b sico de conexi n FIGURE 6 Diagramme de branchement des enceintes f x ambiophoniques R glez le contr le des canaux ambiophoniques de votre r cepteur a small Grundlegendes Anschlussdiagramm FIGURE 7 Using binding post connections Uso de conexiones con tornillos de presi n Utilisation des bornes de branchement N W x D 0 L Verwendung von Anschlussklemmen Loosen hex nut Insert speaker wire Tighten hex nut Do not insert insulated Desenrosque parcialmente Throngh hele Enrosque la tuerca de nuevo Section of speaker wire la tuerca hexagonal Inserte el alambre para G No inserte alambre con To use Banana Plugs US only j ifici Serrer P crou material ais2. Los altavoces centrales de la serie LSi tienen blindaje magn tico para poder ubicarlos con seguridad cerca de monitores de televisi n o de video Si nota que hay distorsi n o descoloraci n de la imagen aleje inmediatamente los altavoces de la fuente de video y comun quese con el servicio al cliente de Polk Audio Disposition la plus courante au dessus de l cran Les enceintes de la s rie LSi sont blind es magn tiquement et peuvent tre dispos es a proximit d une t l ou d un moniteur vid o Si vous percevez de la distorsion ou de la d coloration vid o loignez imm diatement les enceintes de l cran et communiquez avec le service a la client le de Polk H ufigste Platzierung Uber dem Fernsehbildschirm LSi Mittenlautsprecher sind f r eine Platzierung in der N he von Fernsehger ten oder Videomonitoren magnetisch abgeschirmt Wenn Sie eine Verzerrung oder Verf rbung des Videobildes bemerken sind die Lautsprecher umgehend von der Videoquelle zu entfernen Setzen Sie sich in diesem Fall mit dem Kundendienst von Polk Audio in Verbindung FIGURE 2 Consult serial number label for correct FX speaker orientation Note location of Bipole Dipole switch polkat III Consulte la etiqueta con el n mero de serie para orientar LEFT AS correcta mente el altavoz Pour orienter vos enceintes f x correctement consultez l tiquette du num ro de s rie et non celle de l interrupteur Bipole Dipole FIGURE
3. PLACEMENT AND BI POLE DI POLE OPERATION OF LSi SERIES SURROUND FX LOUDSPEAKERS The LSi Series Surround FX Loudspeakers were designed to provide the ultimate diffuse sound field experience in your home theater system One LSi FX speaker is the left channel speaker and the other is the right channel speaker The serial number label identifies which speaker is which figure 2 The left surround speaker should be placed on the left side of the room as you face the front of the room The type of surround processor you use will influence your placement and bi pole di pole switching choices figure 2 Experiment to find the right balance of sound quality and room integration Direct surround effects bi pole mode figure 3a amp 3b If you plan on placing the speakers more than one foot 30cm behind the primary listening position we recommend using the bipole switch setting figure 2 and placement Contact Polk Audio Customer Service 1 800 377 7655 Outside US 410 358 3600 polkcs polkaudio com FIGURE 1 Most popular placement above the TV screen LSi Series Center Speakers are magnetically shielded for safe placement near TV or video monitors If you notice video distortion or discoloration immediately move the speakers away from the video source and call Polk Audio Customer Service 800 377 7655 US and Canada or polkcsGpolkaudio com FIGURE 1 La ubicaci n m s com n es encima de la pantalla del televisor
4. 2 Angaben zur ordnungsgem en Ausrichtung der Lautsprecher finden Sie auf dem Typenschild mit der Seriennummer FIGURES 3a amp b Direct surround effects using BI POLE mode Set Surrounds as small in your receiver s Bass Management settings Efectos de sonido surround directo con modalidad BI PO LE Asigne la clasificaci n peque o a los altavoces surround en los par metros de control de bajas frecuencias de su receptor FIGURE 3 Pour des effets ambiophoniques directionnels choisissez le mode BI POLE R glez le contr le surround de votre r cepteur small Direkte Surround Effekte im BIPOL Modus Stellen Sie die Surround Werte der Tiefen auf Ihrem Empf nger auf klein ein for more information visit our website at www polkaudio com Diffuse surround effects di pole mode figure 4 For a more diffuse effect place the speakers on the side walls in line with your listening position and at least 2 feet away from the rear wall Select the dipole switch setting figure 2 Processor Mode Configuration for the LSi Series Surround FX Loudspeaker Set Surrounds to Small in your receiver s Bass Management settings FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CHOOSING BIPOLE OR DIPOLE SETTINGS VISIT http www polkaudio com home faqad faq bipole html CONNECTING YOUR LSi SERIES LOUDSPEAK
5. Audio Authorized Dealer from whom you purchased the Product or to the Factory at 2550 Britannia Boulevard Suite D San Diego California 92154 Products must be shipped in the original shipping container or its equivalent in any case the risk of loss or damage in transit is to be borne by you If upon examination at the Factory or Polk Audio Authorized Dealer it is determined that the unit was defective in materials or workmanship at any time during this Warranty period Polk Audio or the Polk Audio Authorized Dealer will at its option repair or replace this Product at no additional charge except as set forth below All replaced parts and Products become the property of Polk Audio Products replaced or repaired under this warranty will be returned to you within a reasonable time freight prepaid This warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident disaster misuse abuse negligence inadequate packing or shipping proce dures commercial use voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit cosmetic appearance of cabinetry not directly attributable to defect in materials or workmanship or service repair or modification of the Product which has not been authorized or approved by Polk Audio This warranty shall terminate if the Serial number on the Product has been removed tampered with or defaced This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed Warranties If this Product is defective in materials or workm
6. center channel speaker is on top of your TV anchoring the dialogue and effects to the screen figure 1 An alternate placement is on a shelf below your TV figure 1 If you are using a front projection TV system place the center channel speaker on a small stand or table immediately below the bottom of the projection screen or at ear level behind the screen if your screen is acoustically transparent Consult the owner s manual for your screen Adhesive rubber feet are included with your LSi C Center Channel Loudspeaker and may be attached to the bottom of the speaker to protect your furniture and keep the speaker in place PROCESSOR MODE CONFIGURATION FOR THE LSi SERIES CENTER CHANNEL LOUDSPEAKER The bass management or speaker configuration menus of most surround receivers offer the choice of normal or wide modes for center channel operation In discrete channel digital processors these modes are referred to as small and large Normal small mode filters bass frequencies from the center channel speaker and sends them instead to the front left amp right main speakers or to the subwoofer output LFE jack Wide large mode sends an unfiltered full range signal to the center channel speaker Use the Small normal mode for optimum center and surround channel performance and reliability FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BASS MANAGEMENT SETTINGS VISIT http www polkaudio com home faqad advice processor html
7. 2 4k 200Hz CROSSOVER SLOPE 3rd Order HP 2nd Order LP cascaded ENCLOSURE TYPE Ported DIMENSIONS T H x 21 W x 9 D 17 8cmH x 55 2cmW x 22 8cmD SHIPPING WEIGHT 20 Ibs 9kg polkaudio e speaker specialists POLK AUDIO INC 5601 METRO DRIVE BALTIMORE MD 21215 USA WWW POLKAUDIO COM CE RM0327 1 LSi FX DRIVER COMPLEMENT 2 5 13 3cm drivers 2 1 2 5cm tweeters OVERALL FREQUENCY RESPONSE 40Hz 27kHz 3 DB LIMITS 52Hz 26kHz RECOMMENDED AMPLIFICATION 20 200 watts channel EFFICIENCY 1M 1W 88dB IMPEDANCE Nominal 4 Ohms CROSSOVER FREQUENCY 2 4k 200Hz CROSSOVER SLOPE 3rd Order HP 2nd Order LP cascaded ENCLOSURE TYPE Ported DIMENSIONS 15 H x 13 W x 10 D 38 1cmH x 33 7cmW x 25 4cmD SHIPPING WEIGHT 50 Ibs 22 5kg POLK AUDIO HISTORY A PASSION FOR SOUND Polk Audio was founded in Baltimore in 1972 by J ohns Hopkins University graduates Matthew Polk and George Klopfer Today Polk Audio is a leading international manufacturer of high quality home car and multimedia loudspeakers Polk products emphasize superior sound and build quality and feature many patented and award winning innovations Polk Audio has built a reputation as The Speaker Specialists Polk products are sold throughout the USA Canada and in over 50 countries around the world Polk Audio s mission has always been to build high quality great sounding speakers at affordable
8. ERS FIGURES 5 amp 6 Follow the hookup directions included with your receiver Strip 1 2 inch 12 7mm of insulation from each of the two conductors of the wire to expose the bare metal and twist each of the individual conductors into single unfrayed strands Note that one of the terminals on the rear of each speaker is red and the other is black Make certain that you connect the wire from the red terminal of your amplifier or receiver to the red terminal on your speaker and the wire from the black terminal of your amplifier or receiver to the black terminal on your speaker Most wire has some indicator such as color coding ribbing or writing on one of the two conductors to help you maintain consistency To connect wire to the binding post figure 7 unscrew the hex nut and insert the bare wire into the hole near the base of the binding post Do not insert the insulated part of the wire into the hole as this will not give you a good connection Twist the hex nut back down the binding post until it firmly meets the wire Do not over tighten To use Banana Plugs US only Unscrew the binding post lug nuts completely to expose the binding post plugs plastic plugs inserted into the binding posts Carefully pry out the binding post plugs to expose banana plug holes Screw the lug nuts back on the binding posts and insert banana plugs This is for US owners only BI WIRING OR BI AMPING YOUR LSi SERIES LOUDSPEAKERS If
9. LSC Center Channel Loudspeaker LSiFX Surround FX Loudspeaker Owner s Manual polkaudio the speaker specialists SSRES 51 E o c xo o LSi SERIES FROM POLK AUDIO The LSi Series from Polk Audio is the ultimate expression of the performance principles that have made Polk Audio a world leader in loudspeaker technology The LSi Series features patented Polk Audio technologies reengineered for the new millennium From reformulated Dynamic Balance cones to ring radiator tweeters the LSi Series is for serious listening Advancements in sound technology including SACD and DVD Audio come to life with higher accuracy and resolution more dynamic response and superb focus LSi Series Center Channel Loudspeakers deliver three dimensional imaging and superb off axis clarity LSi Series Surround FX Loudspeakers perfectly complement your LSi home theater system offering both Bipole and Dipole options to suit your placement needs Hear what you ve been missing the Polk Audio LSi Series PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE LSi SERIES CENTER CHANNEL LOUDSPEAKER The LSi Series Center Channel Loudspeaker incorporates the most effective magnetic shielding available so it can be placed safely on or near your TV or video monitor If you notice video distortion or discoloration immediately move the speaker away from the TV and call Polk Audio Customer Service 800 377 7655 US or Canada or polkcs polkaudio com The most popular placement for a
10. anship as warranted above your sole remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided above In no event will Polk Audio Inc be liable to you for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the Product even if Polk Audio Inc or a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages or for any claim by any other party Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you All implied warranties on this Product are limited to the duration of this expressed Warranty Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied Warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights which vary from state to state This Warranty applies only to Products purchased in the United States of America its possessions and U S and NATO armed forces exchanges and audio clubs The Warranty terms and conditions applicable to Products purchased in other countries are available from the Polk Audio Authorized Distributors in such countries SPECIFICATIONS LSi C DRIVER COMPLEMENT 2 5 13 3cm drivers 1 2 5cm tweeter OVERALL FREQUENCY RESPONSE 40Hz 27kHz 3DB LIMITS 52Hz 26kHz RECOMMENDED AMPLIFICATION 20 200 watts channel EFFICIENCY 1M 1W 88dB IMPEDANCE Nominal 4 Ohms CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
11. ions of your speakers LOW FREQUENCY HIGH FREQUENCY We AMPEIPIER Biamplificaci n o uso de amplificadores separados para las secciones de baja y alta frecuencia de los altavoces FIGURE 9 Bi amplification l utilisation d amplis distincts pour alimenter les composantes des hautes et des basses fr quences de vos enceintes Verwendung von unterschiedlichen Verst rkern f r niedrige und hohe Frequenzen der Lautsprecher FIGURE 10 Use template to mark mounting location Use la plantilla para marcar la ubicaci n de montaje Utilisez le gabarit pour marquer le lieu de fixation EI Ww al bel 0 D Verwenden Sie die Schablone zur Markierung der Befestigungsstelle Use 10 screw for wall stud use 10 M4 5 wall anchors screw for no wall stud Use un tornillo n 10 si hay parales internos en la pared use anclas de pared n 10 y un tornillo si no hay W FIGURE 11a amp 11b Utilisez des vis 10 pour fixation sur montant ou des chevilles d ancrage 10 avec vis s il n y a pas de montant FIGURE 11 Verwenden Sie eine Schraube Nr 10 f r W nde mit Holzstielverst rkung bzw D bel und Schrauben Nr 10 f r W nde ohne Holzstielverst rkung FIGURE 12 Slide the speaker down on the screw heads to catch the keyhole slots Deslice el altavoz hacia abajo sobre las cabezas de los tornillos para que entren en las ranuras en forma de cerradura FIGURE 12 Glis
12. l posts on each speaker Follow the same procedure for connecting the low frequency amplifier outputs to the lower set of terminals Remember to maintain correct wiring polarity to to in all connections WALL MOUNTING THE LSi SERIES SURROUND FX LOUDSPEAKERS The LSi Series Surround FX Loudspeakers feature built in wall mounting brackets Follow the steps below to safely wall mount these speakers Wall mounting requires basic skills in with tools such as a drill and a screwdriver If you are in doubt that you possess the necessary skills or tools consult your Polk Audio dealer or a professional installer e Make sure the material on which you plan to mount the speakers plaster drywall paneling stone etc can support the weight of the speakers LSi FX approx 50lbs 22 5kg ea Make sure the locations you select do not conceal electrical wiring or plumbing Prior to installation hold the speaker in the chosen location to make sure it safely clears obstacles such as ceiling adjacent walls corners beams lighting fixtures and door window frames Using the keyhole slots in the bracket template included mark the installation location of the four keyhole slots with a pencil figure 10 Orient the template so that the small ends of the keyhole slots are facing up If you are certain that there is a stud behind the wall surface drive a 10 screw not included through the wall and into the stud figure 11a If there is n
13. lante indi Desserrer l crou la bocna en el orificio Unscrew the binding post lug nuts completely R Sechskantmutter festschrauben A d AA Sechskantmutter l sen Ins rer le fil du haut parleur Ne pas ins rer la partie to expose the binding post plugs dans le trou isol e du fil du haut parleur plastic plugs inserted into the binding posts Lautsprecher Draht durch Isolation des Lautsprecher Carefully pry out the binding post plugs das Loch schieben Drahtes nicht in das Loch schieben to expose banana plug holes Screw the lug nuts back on the binding posts FIGURE 8 and insert banana plugs This is for US owners only Bi wiring or using separate speaker wire connections POWER AMPLIFIER for high and low frequency sections Bicableado o uso de conexiones de cables de altavoz separadas para las secciones de alta y baja frecuencia FIGURE 8 Bi cablage l utilisation de cables distincts pour brancher les composantes des hautes et des basses fr quences de vos enceintes Verwendung von unterschiedlichen Kabelverbindungen fur hohe und niedrige Frequenzen for more information visit our website at www polkaudio com E oo oo ooo Bi amping figure 9 allows you to use separate amplifiers for the high and low frequency sections of your loudspeaker for greater dynamic range and lower distortion After removing the jumpers connect the speaker wires from the high frequency amplifier outputs to the upper set of termina
14. o stud behind the wall at the chosen location install a 10 wall anchor not supplied into the wall by following the wall anchor manufacturer s instructions figure 11b For masonry walls use a masonry drill bit and 10 masonry anchor and screw not included Tighten screws into stud or wall anchors leaving screw heads protruding 1 16 1 6mm Make all wire attachments now See previous page Line up the keyhole slots on the back of the speakers so that the screw heads pass through the large center hole of the slots Let the speaker and slide straight down allowing the screw head to slip behind the smaller end of the keyhole slot figure 12 Tug gently on the speaker to make certain that the screws and bracket are properly aligned and that the wall anchors are secure e If the bracket is not held snug against the wall by the screw heads remove the speaker from the wall drive the screws ina little further and then remount the speaker TAKING CARE OF YOUR LSi SERIES LOUDSPEAKERS Your new LSi Series Loudspeakers are constructed of a rugged material that can be dusted or cleaned with a damp cloth Avoid harsh detergents and cleaning fluids as they can permanently damage your speakers finish figure 13 Vacuum the grilles to remove dust Contact Polk Audio Customer Service 1 800 377 7655 Outside US 410 358 3600 polkcs polkaudio com FIGURE 9 Bi amping or using separate amplifiers for the low and high frequency sect
15. prices For the people of Polk Audio building speakers is not just a job it s a passion 800 377 7655 FAX 410 764 5266
16. sez l enceinte sur les t tes de vis jusqu ce que les encoches en trou de serrure s enclenchent Schieben Sie den Lautsprecher auf die Schraubk pfe herunter so dass sie in den Ritzen einrastet FIGURE 13 Clean wood panels with furniture polish and a soft cloth Do not use furniture polish on black gloss veneer Clean black gloss veneer with a damp doth Cuidado del acabado de madera natural FIGURE 13 Entretien de la finition en bois v ritable Pflege der Holzappretur for more information visit our website at www polkaudio com LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY Polk Audio Inc warrants to the original purchaser only that this Polk Audio Loudspeaker Product the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five 5 years from the date of original retail purchase from a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer However this Warranty will automatically terminate prior to the expiration of the five 5 years if the original retail purchaser sells or otherwise transfers the Product to any other party The original retail purchaser shall hereinafter be referred to as you To allow Polk Audio to offer the best possible warranty service please fill out the Product Registration Card s and send it to the Factory at the address provided on the Product Cards s within ten 10 days of the date of purchase Defective Products must be shipped together with proof of purchase prepaid insured to the Polk
17. you decide to bi wire or bi amp you must remove the flat metal jumpers between terminal posts Failure to do this could result in damage to your amplifier and loudspeakers Bi wiring figure 8 can provide noticeable improvements in the overall transparency of your loudspeakers Run separate speaker wires to the low and high frequency drivers from a single amplifier after removing the jumpers connect one set of speaker wires to the upper terminals on each speaker and one set of usually heavier gauge wires to the lower terminals Connect the other ends of both wire sets to the corresponding amplifier outputs FOR MANUAL UPDATES VISIT http www polkaudio com home products center Isic AND OR http www polkaudio com home products surround Isifx FOR MORE DETAILED HOOK UP AND PLACEMENT INFORMATION VISIT http www polkaudio com home faqad FOR RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES INCLUDING SPEAKER STANDS BRACKETS AND EXCLUSIVE POLK AUDIO LOGOWEAR VISIT OUR WEBSTORE http polkaudio tranguard com Contact Polk Audio Customer Service 1 800 377 7655 Outside US 410 358 3600 polkcs polkaudio com FIGURE 4 Diffuse surround effects using DI POLE mode Set Surrounds as small in your receiver s Bass Management settings Efectos de sonido surround difuso con modalidad DI POLE Asigne la clasificaci n peque o a los altavoces surround en los par metros de control de bajas frecuencias de su receptor
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