User manual M-AUDIO BX5

[. . . ] Polypropylene is used to react against the input signals accurately and to deliver even minimal input precisely while minimizing distortion. 2 2. Tweeter By employing a specially developed 1-inch silk dome with magnetic shielding, the tweeter can deliver distortion-free original sound and offer extremely natural response. It minimizes reaction time by using fabric silk for excellent delivery, and also minimizes resonance by adapting a unique internal damping technology. Sub-Frequency Port The hole in the rear panel is called a Sub-Frequency Port and is designed to discharge extreme low frequencies under 60 Hz. [. . . ] LOW CUTOFF: This 3-position switch sets the bass rolloff frequency. The lowest setting, 56Hz, is essentially a low cutoff bypass as it does not attenuate the BX5's frequency response. MID-BOOST: Two selections are available, "In" and "Out. " The Out setting produces a flat frequency response curve, while the In setting gives a boost in the mid-range frequencies. 0dB is a "flat" setting with no attenuation, while the -2dB and +2dB settings will attenuate or boost the high frequencies (3kHz shelf) by -2dB and +2dB respectively. ACOUSTIC SPACE: This 3-position switch is designed to compensate for different speaker placements. Please see the section "Setting the Acoustic Space Switch" for more information. POWER SWITCH:This switch turns the monitor on and off. The on position is indicated with the marking ". " (a white dot). POWER RECEPTACLE: Accepts a detachable 3-circuit line cord in order to power the monitor. VOLTAGE-SELECT SWITCH: Provides 2 selections, 115VAC and 230VAC, and should be set to match the "house supply" (receptacle) voltage of the country or location in which the speaker is used. The 115V setting is correct for the USA, while the 230V setting is correct for most of the UK and Europe. 5 Front Panel The front panel houses the Power LED, which indicates whether the speakers (amplifier) power is on or off. Installation For optimal performance of the BX5, please read the following thoroughly and carefully prior to installation. Precautions Handling: Please do not touch the speaker cones. The BX5 set is packaged in the box tightly, so your attention is required when taking the monitors out of the box. To avoid possible damage to the speaker units, hold both sides of the monitor in order to pull it out of the box. The speaker cones should not be touched in order to avoid damage even after they are out of the box. Connections: Connect the XLR balanced or TRS balanced/unbalanced input of each BX5 to the corresponding pre-amp, computer or game console outputs. We recommend that you use high-quality balanced or unbalanced cables for input connections. Also, turn off the power of the BX5 and turn the volume of the BX5 down to a minimum before making the necessary connections. 6 Correct Power Operation: Since the BX5 contains its own amplifier, it must be connected to a power outlet using the detachable AC cable provided. Before connecting power, please make sure that the Voltage-Select Switch located on the speaker's rear panel is set to the appropriate position, as described in the rear-panel features list appearing earlier in this manual. WARNING!- Use of improper Voltage-Select Switch combinations may result in hazardous conditions and/or damage to speaker components not covered by speaker warranty. XLR Balanced Connection Assure that the power switch of the BX5 is turned off and that the volume control of the BX5 is turned down to a minimum. Connect the male end of an XLR balanced cable to the balanced input of the BX5 (refer to the following diagram for balanced connection). TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Connection Assure that the power switch of the BX5 is turned to Off and that the volume control of the BX5 is turned down to a minimum. Connect the male end of a TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cable to the TRS input of the BX5 (refer to the following diagram for TRS connection). 7 Connecting to Preamp, Computer or Game Console Outputs Before connecting, make sure the output device's power has been turned off. Plug the XLR balanced, TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cable to the corresponding output connectors of a pre-amplifier, computer or game console. Setting the EQ Switches Low Cutoff: This 3-position switch sets the Low Cutoff frequency, selecting between 56Hz, 80Hz and 100Hz. Use the 100Hz setting to emulate a small speaker setup, the 80Hz setting for Normal Low Frequency performance, or the 56Hz for Normal Extended Low Frequency performance. The 80Hz and 100Hz settings can also be used in conjunction with a subwoofer, when the subwoofer is set up to receive the low-frequency material below 80Hz and 100Hz (respectively). 8 Mid-Boost:This 2-position switch selects between the "In" and "Out" Mid-Boost modes. The Out mode produces a flat midrange response for normal monitoring conditions, while In will move the sound stage forward toward your listening position. 'Mid-Boost In' High-Freq:This 3-position switch selects High Frequency compensation with -2dB, 0dB or +2dB. The 0dB (normal) position produces flat response for use in most common applications. Use -2dB if your mixes translate as dull or lacking in high frequencies (lowering the high-frequency response will inspire the mix engineer to add more highs). [. . . ] In the event that M-AUDIO determines that the product requires repair because of user misuse or regular wear, it will assess a fair repair or replacement fee. The customer will have the option to pay this fee and have the unit repaired and returned, or not pay this fee and have the unit returned unrepaired. The remedy for breach of this limited warranty shall not include any other damages. M-AUDIO will not be liable for consequential, special, indirect, or similar damages or claims including loss of profit or any other commercial damage, even if its agents have been advised of the possibility of such damages, and in no event will M-AUDIO's liability for any damages to the purchaser or any other person exceed the price paid for the product, regardless of any form of the claim. [. . . ]