Arcam Solo Muso
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1. speaker positioning stereo For optimum results these speakers should be placed on rigid stands or wall brackets close to a rear wall and at least 60cm from any side wall As an alternative these speakers may be placed on a shelf or bookshelf but the shelf must be of solid construction Muso speakers should never be placed on the floor or in corners The Muso speakers will give best results with the tweeters the smaller of the two speaker cones at or just below ear height when the listener is seated The final sound will of course depend on the acoustics of the listening room and experimentation with speaker positioning and furnishings is definitely worthwhile As a starting point we suggest that the speakers should be placed 2 3 metres apart with their back 0 30cm from the rear wall The bass output may then be increased or decreased by moving the speakers closer to or further away from the wall Turning in the speakers so that their axes cross just in front of the listener may also improve the treble balance and stereo imagery in some situations The metal protective grille attached to the Muso speaker is acoustically transparent so the speaker may be used with the grille on or off as desired If the speaker grille is removed please remember that the drive units are exposed and can be easily damaged by inquisitive young fingers Se The advice given here is a general guideline for setting up s2. Guarantee Claims under guarantee PrOblenn slee Onz ineiresistzatien neren and congratulations for buying the Arcam Muso loudspeakers The Muso speaker is a compact two way design that uses very high quality materials throughout This speaker has been designed to produce a stunningly accurate powerful and musical performance in a compact and elegantly understated cabinet Please take a moment to read this handbook as the advice that it contains will enable you to get the maximum benefit from your purchase The Muso Development Team nn What s in the box E Arcam Muso satellite speaker E rubber speaker mat E this Handbook installation Interconnect cables We recommend the use of high quality audio interconnect cables to ensure the best performance of your system All cables should be kept as short as practically possible It is good practice to make sure that any mains power supply cabling is kept as far away as possible from your audio cables to eliminate unwanted noise in the audio signals Connecting to a sound source Check that your amplifier sound processor receiver is switched off before connecting Muso Failure to do this may result in both speaker and amplifier damage Oo Refer to your amplifier receiver sound processor handbook to identify the speaker terminals and their polarity For each speaker connect the positive terminal of the amplifier normally coloured red o
3. the subwoofer Low Frequency Effects speaker will affect the overall sound quality Placing the subwoofer next to a wall or in a corner will often boost efficiency and give a cleaner low bass sound However all rooms react differently and we recommend that you experiment with subwoofer positioning 22 m 30 N System design Two way ported speaker with 2 2 litres internal volume The cabinet is solidly constructed from cast and extruded aluminium Drive unit 85mm cone bass mid range unit The drive unit is designed to provide exceptional clarity transparency dynamics and power handling specification 25mm neodymium aluminium domed tweeter semi horn loaded for improved dispersion characteristics Both drive units are magnetically shielded Frequency range 70Hz to 20kHz Impedance 4Q nominal Sensitivity 85dB watt measured at Im Crossover High performance 6 element design 2 5kHz 2dB octave Connections 4mm binding posts on the rear Amplifier 100 watt 8Q under normal operating conditions for a satellite system 30 watt 8Q under normal operating conditions for a full range system Finish Silver or Black paint finish Dimensions 120 x 140 x 230mm W x D x H Mass Net 2 86kg per unit Note that all specification values are typical unless otherwise stated Continual improvement policy Arcam has a policy of continual improvement for its products This means that designs and specifications are eo to cha
4. ARCAM Handbook Manuel Handouch Handleiding safety guidelines This product is designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards However you should be aware of the following installation and operation precautions Take heed of warnings and instructions You should read all the safety and operating instructions before using this speaker Retain this handbook for future reference and adhere to all warnings in the handbook or on the speaker 2 Climate The speaker has been designed for use in moderate climates 3 Siting the speaker The speaker is designed for placing on a stand or wall bracket It should be sited where speaker leads do not cause a trip hazard 4 Cleaning The cabinet should normally only require a wipe with a soft damp lint free cloth Do not use paint thinners or other chemical solvents for cleaning We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or polishes 5 Servicing You should not attempt to service or repair the speaker All servicing or repair should be referred to qualified service personnel contents safety guidelines nunssennssenussenanerranevennere E 2 thank you nnen connotea ensen E 3 Install ON Fee Interconnect cables Connecting to a sound source RUbbernnat Aen Detachable speaker cover Care of your speakers speaker positioning stereo nnnnnreanen speaker positioning 5 1 E 6 SPECIFICATI OEA een Worldwide
5. answer any query regarding this or any other Arcam product please contact Arcam Customer Support at the above address and we will do our best to help you On line registration You can register your product on line at www arcam co uk
6. nge without notice Worldwide Guarantee This entitles you to have the unit repaired free of charge during the first two years after purchase at any authorised Arcam distributor provided that it was originally purchased from an authorised Arcam dealer or distributor The manufacturer can take no responsibility for defects arising from accident misuse abuse wear and tear neglect or through unauthorised adjustment and or repair neither can they accept responsibility for damage or loss occurring during transit to or from the person claiming under the guarantee The warranty covers Parts and labour costs for two years from the purchase date After two years you must pay for both parts and labour costs The warranty does not cover transportation costs at any time Claims under guarantee This equipment should be packed in the original packing and returned to the dealer from whom it was purchased or failing this directly to the Arcam distributor in the country of residence It should be sent carriage prepaid by a reputable carrier not by post No responsibility can be accepted for the unit whilst in transit to the dealer or distributor and customers are therefore advised to insure the unit against loss or damage whilst in transit For further details contact Arcam at Arcam Customer Support Department Pembroke Avenue Waterbeach CAMBRIDGE CB25 9QR England or www arcam co uk Problems If your Arcam dealer is unable to
7. of your Muso is realised Power handling Arcam speakers are designed to reproduce recorded music under normal domestic conditions We do not recommend nor warrant them for commercial applications such as discoth ques public address etc Bearing this in mind these speakers will perform well and safely with hi fi amplifiers rated between 20 and 100 watts per channel Care must be taken however to avoid amplifier overload or clipping Apart from possible damage to the amplifier this can and does damage loudspeakers In this respect an overdriven low powered amplifier is more likely to cause damage than a properly used high powered one Speaker stands wall brackets The more firmly a speaker is held the better it will sound This is best achieved by using sturdy metal speaker stands or wall brackets In the case of stands properly damped types that do not ring when tapped with a pencil are recommended It is helpful to have stands with adjustable spikes or spacers to eliminate rocking movements in the speakers Suitable speaker stands or wall brackets are available from your Arcam dealer If the Muso speakers are to be shelf mounted remember to sit the speaker on the rubber speaker mat supplied Cleaning To clean your speakers use a soft slightly dampened cloth to wipe off any dust or dirt Do not use solvent based or chemical cleaning products as these may damage the finish of the speaker cabinet
8. peakers For useful information on listening room layouts see www dolby com consumer home_ entertainment roomlayout html Room acoustics Your room s shape and how it is furnished will affect he sound you hear For instance too many bare surfaces can cause reflections that may add harshness o the sound Carpets wall hangings and curtains can all help f you have a choice of listening rooms avoid one hat is perfectly square or has one dimension exactly twice another Such a room can aggravate resonances hat colour the sound The closer you place a speaker to corners and the intersection of wall and floor or wall and ceiling the stronger the bass output which may over emphasise the bass Moving a speaker just a few inches can sometimes make a big difference Speaker setup Proper speaker placement is the key to the best home theatre sound see diagram As a rough guide speakers should be placed on rigid stands at about 10 30cm from the rear wall and at least 60cm from any side wall Speakers should speaker positioning 5 1 never be placed on the floor unless they are floor standing speakers or in corners The speaker drivers should be at or a little above ear level when seated If possible centre your seating area between the surround speakers The final sound will depend on the acoustics of the listening room and experimenting with speaker positioning is very worthwhile Subwoofer The location of
9. r labelled with to the red positive terminals on Muso Similarly connect the negative terminal of the amplifier normally coloured black or labelled with to the black negative terminals on Muso After connecting Turn the sound source amplifier volume down to minimum before switching on Switch the amplifier s on select a source signal then gradually increase the volume to the required listening level Rubber mat We recommend you sit the Muso speaker on the rubber mat supplied The mat fits inside the recessed area of the speaker base and provides a stable non slip surface that helps to acoustically decouple the speaker from its support Detachable speaker cover Although the metal front grille is effectively acoustically transparent some users prefer speakers with an open appearance The cover is secured by four magnets and can be easily detached and replaced In removing the cover and during storage be careful not to bend or twist the grille as it is a precise fit with the speaker The tweeter unit has a metal guard to protect it but take care not to damage either drive unit or place any object in the port opening Care of your speakers Running in In the same way as a new car requires a running in period so do all loudspeakers Your Muso speaker may sound good when you first connect it but with time it will improve dramatically Expect about 50 hours use before the full potential
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