Focal 300 ICW 4 Manuel D'utilisation page 14

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Setting the tweeter (300 ICW 6 and 300 ICW 8)
The tweeter can be set using the switch at the rear of the loudspeaker as shown in the diagram (fig. B).
Orienting the tweeter (300 ICW 6 and 300 ICW 8)
The tweeter can be tilted +/- 20° and can be pivoted 360°: direct the tweeter towards the listening area for maximum
precision of the treble and of the stereo image (fig. C).
In-wall position of the main loudspeakers.
Your Integration 300 SERIES loudspeakers have been designed to deliver the most faithful sound reproduction,
whether they are used for stereo music or home cinema. Nonetheless, some simple rules should be followed to
optimise their performance and to guarantee good tonal balance and a realistic sound image. The loudspeakers
should be positioned symmetrically, facing the listening area, ideally forming an equilateral triangle with it.
However, it is possible to vary these distances to find an ideal compromise according to the particular disposition of
the room (fig. D).
The loudspeakers should be positioned at the same height, in the same horizontal plane. Ideally, the tweeter should
be positioned at the same height as the listener's ears when in the normal listening area (fig. E).
Position of surround and central loudspeakers
The sophistication of film soundtracks means that a very broad range of surround-sound effects can be achieved
nowadays. The choice of positioning for surround-sound loudspeakers is crucial for achieving a realistic 3D sound-
space. The aim is to apply some basic rules to achieve sounds that are sufficiently diffused and difficult to locate
(fig. F).
The centre loudspeaker must be positioned near the screen for realistic reproduction of dialogue (fig. Fa). If you're
using a micro-perforated projection screen (acoustically transparent), you can consider placing a centre loudspeaker
behind it.
If you plan to use the 300 ICW products from the 300 SERIES range as in-wall loudspeakers, place the surround
loudspeakers high enough up, above the listeners' ears. Do not place surround-sound loudspeakers too far behind
the listening area, as this degrades sound perception. Aim for a placement along the side walls, on either side of
the listening area or ever so slightly behind the listening area to achieve more enveloping sound effects (fig. Fb, Fd).
If you plan to use the 300 ICW products from the 300 SERIES range as in-ceiling loudspeakers, place them far enough
apart on each side of the listening area, or ever so slightly behind the listening area (fig. Fc).
For 6.1 or 7.1 surround-sound systems, you can use a combination of loudspeakers from the 300 SERIES as both
in-wall or in-ceiling loudspeakers.
Special precautions
The only maintenance required for the Integration 300 SERIES loudspeakers is dusting with a dry cloth. If the
loudspeaker is dirty, we recommend simply cleaning it with a damp cloth.
Never use solvents, detergents, alcohol-based or corrosive products, scrapers or scourers to clean the loudspeaker
surface. Keep the loudspeakers away from sources of heat.
Painting
If you wish to do so, you can paint the grilles of your 300 ICW products so they blend in with your interior. We
recommend first removing the grille from the product and then painting it using a paint spraying device. You can use
the same type of paint as the wall paint (fig. G).
If you want to paint the ceiling/wall without removing your 300 ICW product, we have supplied a protective screen.
The screen fastens to the mounting frame magnetically (fig. G).