Home Theater Direct HTD-A10 User's Manual
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1.2. Hr eS Level ONE Speakers Owner s Manual Home Theater Direct Models HTD A10 HTD C10 HTD S10 Welcome to the HTD family of satisfied customers We thank you for giving us the chance to win your business To ensure you get the most out of your new speakers please take a moment to read this manual before you get started Should you lose this manual you can always download a copy for free from our website A Few Words About Stereo and Home Theater HTD speakers are designed to accurately reproduce high fidelity music as well as dialogue and effects in movies Most of us are familiar with the concept of 2 channel audio commonly known as stereo In a home theater environment recording engineers have the option of recording into additional channels Most of today s movies are recorded in 5 1 surround sound formats most often either Dolby Digital or DTS When these movies are played with a digital source such as a DVD player audiences at home have the opportunity to hear all of these channels if their system has been equipped with the appropriate speakers for each channel When these movies are played through an analog source such as a VCR the 5 1 surround signal has been converted to other analog formats most often Dolby ProLogic Dolby ProLogic will make use of the same 5 1 speaker channels although the back two surround speakers will receive the identical channel of information and it is not a full range signal The sub
3. with music playing and the subwoofer s Level control turned all the way down slowly turn the level control on the subwoofer up until its volume blends well with the other speakers If you connect the subwoofer using the speaker level high level inputs set the level control to a level that balances the subwoofer with the other speakers connected to the same output channel Once set the level control should not require further adjustment CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Safety Instructions Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture 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 Caution To prevent electric shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un insulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is ope
4. you for choosing HTD Level ONE Mains Level ONE Center Level ONE Subwoofer HTD A10 HTD C10 HTD S10 Frequency Response 80 Hz 20 kHz 80 Hz 20 kHz 30 Hz 250 Hz Power Capacity 80 watts 80 watts 80 watis Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms Sensitivity 89 db 89 db Video Shielding NO YES NO Driver 4 polypropylene 2 4 polypropylene 8 reinforced Tweeter 3 4 polycarbonate dome 3 4 polycarbonate dome Connections binding posts binding posts Line level inputs Speaker level inputs and outputs Dimensions HxWxD in 81 2x6x6 15 1 2x6x6 13 1 2 x 11 3 4 x 11 3 4 Weight Ibs each 3 1 6 0 17 www Home TheaterDirect com Printed in China Toll Free 1 866 HTD AUDIO 866 483 2834 2002 Home Theater Direct Inc Connecting the Level ONE Powered Subwoofer Line Level Connection The Level ONE Powered Subwoofer allows for two connecting options Most new home theater receivers include a dedicated LFE or Subwoofer Line Level Output which should be connected to the Line Level inputs on the subwoofer Since this type of output on your receiver is a mono output single RCA jack use the included mono to stereo adaptor to convert the mono signal into two identical signals then connect the included stereo RCA cable from this adaptor to the Left and Right line level inputs on the receiver The Level ONE Powered Subwoofer requires that both the Left and Right Line Level Inputs receive a signal to operate properly Speaker Level high level
5. Connection If your receiver does not provide a dedicated LFE or Subwoofer output you can connect the powered subwoofer using the Speaker Level inputs Connect regular speaker cable 18 gauge or thicker to the left channel output on the receiver and connect the other end to the left L speaker level input on the subwoofer Similarly connect the right channel from the receiver to the right R speaker level input on the subwoofer Then connect the left and right speakers from the speaker level outputs on the subwoofer instead of connecting the speakers directly to the receiver This setup allows the low frequencies to be reproduced by the subwoofer while passing the full frequency range on the left and right speakers Line Level Connection Speaker Level Connection RECEIVER RECEIVER Speaker Level Output Left Right LFE or Subwoofer Line Output in Left Speaker Fuse 5A 2504Y Power in 18 5 VAC on W orr Speaker out Speaker in Using the Level ONE Powered Subwoofer Controls Power The power switch has two positions off and on When the power LED is lit the power is on Level The level control adjusts the volume of the subwoofer When connecting the subwoofer using the Line Level inputs first set the volume level for the subwoofer in the receiver to a high enough level that the subwoofer receives a strong signal In most receivers this usually means setting the subwoofer volume almost all the way up Then
6. ached to the red or positive terminal on the corresponding component s speaker output terminals Similarly the black or negative terminals must connect to the respective black or negative terminals See Hooking Up the Level ONE Powered Subwoofer for details on connecting the subwoofer Speaker Placement All three of the front speakers left center right are intended to be directional and should be placed at approximately the same height and distance from the ideal listening spot The center speaker is video shielded so that the magnets inside do not interfere with picture performance It should be placed as close to the television as possible so that the audio appears to come straight out of the picture The front left and right speakers should be placed far enough from the television to ensure that you can distinguish sounds coming from the left and right Typically placing the front left and right speakers between seven and twelve feet apart is appropriate At a minimum the Level ONE Main Speakers should be placed at least two feet from a picture tube as they are not video shielded Many audio enthusiasts recommend aiming the speakers such that the angle created by drawing a line from one speaker to the listener and back to the other speaker is a 45 degree angle This setting generally mimics the condition set by the mixer at the film studio Place the surround speakers about as close to the ideal listening spot as you plac
7. alked on or pinched by items placed on or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance Cleaning The speaker should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer Power Lines An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines Non Use Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through the Openings Damage Requiring Service The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when a the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged b objects have fallen 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 enclosure damaged Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel Product Servicing In the event your Level ONE Speakers fail to operate properly please contact Home Theater Direct at toll free 866 HTD AUDIO 866 483 2834 or info hometheaterdirect com Printed in China 2002 Home Theater Direct Inc
8. ed the front left and right speakers and about the same height or higher This of course is only a guideline The size and shape of your room will almost certainly dictate a modification to the ideal set up Volume adjustments within the receiver will help balance your system Because it is difficult to distinguish the direction from where lower frequencies are created you can place the subwoofer nearly anywhere in the room Placing the subwoofer closer to a corner or wall will increase the level of bass produced but may also muddy the sound You should experiment with different positions before settling on the one you prefer Speaker Size Many of today s receivers allow you to tell the receiver what type of speakers you are using This is important since you don t want to waste the power across a full frequency signal to a speaker that can only handle a limited range Receivers will typically ask you whether or not the speaker is small or large In most cases setting the speaker to small will cause only frequencies above 100 Hz to be sent to the speaker Large allows the full frequency range to be passed to the speaker Some receivers take this a step further and actually allow you to set the cut off frequency HTD Level ONE speakers will almost always perform best when set to small or with a crossover point of 100 to 120 Hz In many receivers setting a speaker to small automatically sends the low frequenc
9. ies that would otherwise go to that channel to the subwoofer connected to the LFE channel Check the bass management section of your receiver s owner s manual to be sure This section should also address the options you have for utilizing the powered subwoofer in audio only applications Mounting Brackets HTD Level ONE Main Speakers include U shaped wall mount speaker brackets Hardware is included for mounting where you have access to both sides of the wall or stud You can also attach the speaker brackets to a stud from one side using 1 2 wood screws For safety always mount these speakers on a wall that is reinforced from behind Never mount a speaker on a wall made of un reinforced drywall or plasterboard Consult a professional contractor if you are unsure These speakers can also be placed on bookshelves and most types of speaker stands NEVER PLACE A SPEAKER WHERE IT OR THE CABLE CONNECTED TOIT ARE WITHIN EASY REACH OF CHILDREN OR PETS ALWAYS USE GOOD JUDGEMENT AND COMMON SENSE WHEN PLACING A SPEAKER WHERE PEOPLE OR PETS WILL HAVE ACCESS TO IT AS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN OCCUR IF THE SPEAKER WERE TO FALL Warranty All HTD Speakers carry a five year parts and labor warranty Details of the warranty and return authorization process are available on our web site Your warranty registration occurred at the time your order was placed There is no need to fill out additional forms From all of us at Home Theater Direct thank
10. rated Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be adhered to Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed Water and Moisture The appliance should not be used near water For example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Ventilation The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation Fore 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 situation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat Power Sources The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance Grounding or Polarization Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated www Home TheaterDirect com Toll Free 1 866 HTD AUDIO 866 483 2834 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be w
11. woofer is provided the low frequencies sent to the other channels in a Dolby ProLogic recording By contrast a true 5 1 digital recording includes a completely unique channel of both low frequencies and effects LFE This channel is called the LFE channel and represents the 1 in a 5 1 system In most of today s receivers the five full frequency channels front right front center front left rear surround right and rear surround left are powered channels meaning the receiver has built in amplification for each channel By contrast the LFE channel is most often not powered And because this channel only produces the lowest frequencies a powered subwoofer is necessary to reproduce the LFE channel Hooking Up Your Speakers HTD Level ONE Speakers include gold plated push type binding posts The gold plated binding posts ensure an efficient transfer of signal and power from any standard type of cable or wire connector including bare wire For bare wire or pin type connectors press down on the post to reveal an eye Simply thread the wire or pin through the eye and release so that the binding post securely tightens around the wire or pin Individual or paired banana plugs can be inserted directly into the holes at the mouth of the collar with a snug fit When connecting the speakers it is very important to retain the correct polarity This means that the wire attached to the red or positive terminal on one component must be att
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