User manual B&W CC3

[. . . ] Since its foundation in 1966, the continuing philosophy of B&W has been the quest for perfect sound reproduction. Inspired by the company's founder, the late John Bowers, this quest has entailed not only high investment in audio technology and innovation but also an abiding appreciation of music to ensure that the technology is put to maximum effect. It is also our policy to make sure the advanced features pioneered on one product are incorporated into others we manufacture. [. . . ] Adjust the levels of the left, centre and right speakers to give a balanced sound as images pan across the screen. Move your head from side to side and sit in all likely listening positions when deciding on the optimum levels. Consult your decoder manual for further information on how to set the levels. The drive units in the CC3 are magnetically shielded so that the system may be used in close proximity to television and computer monitor screens, but the stray magnetic field can never be completely eliminated. The typical maximum value of the field at any point on the veneered surfaces of the cabinet is 120A/m (flux density 1. 5 gauss) which is low enough not to cause picture distortion with the vast majority of screens. If you have a problem with picture distortion, first de-gauss the television set. Some televisions and computer monitors have a button specifically for this purpose. Those not equipped with such a facility generally de-gauss at switch-on. Turn the television off completely by disconnecting the mains supply (putting the set into stand-by mode is not sufficient). Leave the set switched off for up to 15 minutes and then switch on again. If you still have a problem, try either moving the CC3 forwards and backwards a little to get a more favourable juxtaposition or spacing it further away from the television until the problem disappears. C O N N E C T I O N S (figure 2) All connections should be made with the equipment turned off. connect the positive terminal on the speaker (marked + and coloured red) to the positive terminal on the power amplifier and negative (- , black) to negative (figure 2). Failure to observe correct polarity will result in poor sound balance and image focusing. Always make sure all the terminal caps are screwed down tight, as otherwise they may rattle. [. . . ] Fix the 4 self-adhesive rubber feet to the base of the speaker to protect the both surface on which the speaker stands and the underside of the speaker. If placing the speaker directly on top of a television, be aware that there may be restricted depth to the flat surface, so place the feet accordingly. Reserves the right to amend specifications without notice in line with technical developments. [. . . ]