Klipsch P 38F Owners Manual
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Page 2 Page 3 1. READ these instructions. 2. KEEP these instructions. 3. HEED all warnings. 4. FOLLOW all instructions. 5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water. 6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth. 7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as ra - diators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 10. USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 11. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. REFER all servicing to qualified service person - nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power- supply 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. Important Safety Instructions General Cautions This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompany- ing this unit. This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this ap - paratus to rain or moisture. WARNING: Voltages in this equipment are hazard- ous to life. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the users authority to operate. CAUTION! Risk of electRic shock do not open - When making or changing any connections to your system, switch all the electronics OFF. - Do NOT listen to music for long periods at extreme volume settings. Doing so can perma- nently damage your hearing. - When running loudspeaker cables, do not trail them over open floor spaces where they could cause an accident. Cover them or route them around potential troublespots. - Before switching on your sound system, turn the volume level down. After switching the system on, turn the level up gradually. - Do not use extreme settings of Treble, Bass or EQ. Ideally set the tone controls flat and turn any EQ off. - These loudspeakers are extremely heavy. Do not move them by yourself. Always get help. If you are using the floor spikes: - Spikes are sharp! Exercise extreme caution when using spikes. - Do not drag the loudspeaker. Lift the speakers off the floor and set them down carefully when changing their location. - Be especially careful not to place a spiked loudspeaker in areas where there may be hidden obstacles that could get damaged. - Some floor surfaces can be damaged by spikes. If you are unsure, consult your flooring contrac- tor for advice before using spikes, or use the spike seats. Introduction For over 60 years, our engineers have sought the ultimate: a loudspeaker that could reproduce recorded music with all the passion of a live performance. The Palladium™ Series approaches aural perfection, while making a visual statement that is every bit as elegant and passionate as the sound. The Palladium Series represents the epitome of loudspeaker technology, with remarkable clarity throughout the dynamic range and bold styling. Today, Klipsch Group, Inc. is a global force, and this loudspeaker range reflects that leadership status; design and engineering teams from the United States collaborated with col - leagues from Germany and China to plan and execute the Palladium project. In designing the Palladium cabinetry, we first considered the Klipsch heritage and unique approach to acoustic design. Trends in home interior and furniture were also factored in, as was the current audio market landscape. The result is a speaker range that flawlessly melds classic Klipsch® audio with the latest in home furniture trends. The striking design hints at the power and performance inside, while maintaining a high degree of sophistication and beauty. More importantly, the arched shape of the loudspeaker actu - ally contributes to its remarkable sound by breaking up standing waves at higher frequencies. Power. Detail. Emotion. Combined, these qualities are the embodiment of our core philosophy. And all are expressed-beautifully-in the brilliant Palladium loudspeakers. We invite you, our customer, to share with us the pride of ownership in this extraordinary product for many gratifying years.
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Page 4 Page 5 Preparing the Loudspeaker Getting Started Unpacking (P-38F / P-37F) Please follow the unpacking instructions fully and in the order shown below. These loudspeakers are heavy! Do not lift or move these speakers by yourself. Always have someone help you. 1 3 5 4 2 Open the carton flaps Lightly tape each flap to the box with short pieces of tape Remove the top packing piece Carefully invert the carton Lift off the carton Lift off the center and base packing pieces The loudspeaker is ready for connection - The grille box contains: one upper grille; one lower grille, (P-38F / P-37F) or one single-piece grille (P-17B, P-27C and P-27S). - The Accessories box for P-38F and P-37F contain: four long spikes; four short spikes; four spike col- lars; four spike seats; one Allen wrench. - The Accessories box for P-27C contains: two short front spikes; one short-barrel rear spike; one long-barrel rear spike; three spike collars; three spike seats; one Allen wrench. - The P-17B and P-27S do not have an accessory box , but do include an Allen wrench with the owners manual packet. - There is a pair of gloves located in a pocket in the side of the packing carton under the owners manual. Identify all the components. If any item is missing or damaged, report this immediately to your Klipsch dealer and the transport contractor for action. Connection Procedure: There is a specific procedure to be followed: - Switch off and unplug the amplifier/s and all source electronics from the mains power. - Place both loudspeakers in the general area where you want them. - Connect each loudspeaker following the instructions under the connecting the loudspeakers section of this manual. - Attach the spikes, following the instructions under the finalizing the assembly section of this manual. - Run both sets of loudspeaker cables to the amplifier. - Connect the amplifier. - Finalize the position of the loudspeakers. - Finally, fit the grilles (if desired). TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE DRIVE UNITS WHEN YOU MOVE THE LOUDSPEAKERS AROUND. TO PRESERVE THE FINISH, WHEN HANDLING YOUR SPEAKERS, USE THE GLOVES THAT ARE PROVIDED. Fitting and Removing the Grilles The grilles are magnetically attached to the cabinet. Specially designed magnets are housed inside the front wall of the loudspeaker, so that if you wish to operate the loudspeaker with the grilles removed, no grille mounting hardware is visible. This preserves the smooth lines of the loudspeaker. To fit the grilles: Fit the top grille first and line it up with the top and sides of the cabinet. For the P-38F, P-37F and P-17B there is a small lip on the top of the grille that should rest on the top of the cabinet. Now, fit the lower grille, lining up the top of the lower grille with the bottom of the upper grille. You may now remove the top grille if you wish. ( The P-17B, P-27C and P-27S have a single one-piece grille only.) Although operating the loudspeakers with the grilles on or off is a matter of personal taste, moving or connecting the loudspeakers should always be done with the grilles removed. Be especially careful not to touch the drive units. Whats in the box? Remove the Grille box Remove the Accessories box Remove the Owners manual and gloves