User manual KLIPSCH PALLADIUM

[. . . ] UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. [. . . ] Connect the positive (+ RED) terminal of the loudspeaker to the striped conductor, or (if you are using custom cable) to the conductor designated by the cable manufacturer. Do not connect the amplifier at this time. To multi-amp, the following criteria are essential: · The amplifiers should be phase coherent. In other words, all amplifiers should be, by design, phase non-inverting or phase inverting; or if not, should be connected so as to be all phase non-inverting or phase inverting. · The amplifiers must have identical voltage gains, or should be set up to have identical voltage gains. · The amplifiers must have low residual noise characteristics, especially in the midrange and treble sections. · Amplifiers in corresponding channels must be identical; i. e. , both bass amplifiers must be the same and so on. If any of the above conditions are not met, separate amplification will be significantly worse than ordinary biwiring. If you are unsure about these concepts or unsure if your amplifiers meet these criteria, it is essential that you consult your Klipsch specialist dealer before proceeding further. HF AMPLIFIER Right Speaker Left Speaker MID / TREBLE AMP BASS AMP Bi-amping The mid/treble amplifier is bi-wired (One channel shown) Page 10 Page 11 Finalizing the Assembly Final Adjustments Fitting Spikes (P-38F and P-37F only) The loudspeakers are supplied with a set of long spikes and a set of short spikes. Spike seats with felt bases are supplied for use where spikes are inappropriate; e. g. , on stone, hardwood or marble floors. The spikes may be fitted with sets of short spikes, sets of long spikes or as a combination of two short spikes at the front and two long spikes at the rear to assist with imaging, (Refer to the next page) Collar Shaft Spike The Palladium Series loudspeakers have a phenomenal frequency response and superb dynamics, so playing large orchestral or rock music will be an awesome experience, but may not necessarily be the best guide in setting up the speakers. Your listening tests should be performed with a wide range of music, including unaccompanied vocal and solo instrumental recordings with as little processing on the source as possible. Try to get the speakers to the same height, if at all possible. Final Connections Now, connect the loudspeakers to the amplifier/s using the diagrams on pages 8-11 to help you. You are now ready to enjoy your music! Page 12 Page 13 About Your Loudspeaker Loudspeaker Components -1 An International Project The Klipsch Palladium Series has drawn on engineering, design and manufacturing resources from all over the world. In addition to our formidable team in the USA, we have used European industrial designers, British theoretical physicists and manufacturing and production specialists from China. The Palladium Series is the culmination of over 60 years of research and engineering advancements, having been designed with the most advanced computer aided design (CAD) tools available, rigorously evaluated using our own in-house proprietary software, built to the most stringent quality standards and voiced by a panel of our most experienced listeners. No Klipsch loudspeaker has ever had more care and attention to every detail lavished on it than your Palladium Series loudspeaker. Although building one pair of loudspeakers is relatively straightforward, building hundreds of loudspeakers is challenging. Measurements play an important role in analyzing loudspeaker characteristics, but the human ear is the ultimate test gear for evaluating its reproduction quality . At Klipsch, every loudspeaker design is strictly evaluated using listening tests designed to expose even the very smallest weakness. All final voicing is performed under blind conditions, using trained listeners and standard audio sound tracks selected based on their particular area of auditory excellence. All information is tabulated and reported back to the designer for analysis. In almost all cases, Klipsch products are evaluated against similarly priced competitive models. [. . . ] These horns have been molded as a single unit, using a proprietary, acoustically inert, carbon-infused thermoset composite material. The high- and mid-frequency drivers are connected to the horns via chamberdampened phase plugs that result in a 4:1 compression ratio, delivering remarkable efficiency with astonishingly low distortion. This arrangement allows the Palladium Series to provide a unique combination of precision, clarity and effortless power. Page 16 Page 17 Conclusion Notes Care and Maintenance Very little maintenance is required. To maintain the finish of the loudspeakers, wipe them carefully with a soft lint free polishing cloth. [. . . ]