Klipsch Synergy F-1 Mode D'emploi page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 manufacturer's instructions.
8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. 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.
13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. 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.
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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture. The product must not be exposed to dripping and splashing and no object filled with fluids –
such as as vase of flowers – should be placed on the product.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: Voltages in this equipment are hazardous 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 this device.
POSITIONING YOUR SYNERGY SERIES SPEAKERS
Before You Start — Some Klipsch speakers have feet and other accessories that may need to be
installed prior to use. Please refer to Diagrams 1, 2 and 3 for installation.
Left and Right Main Channel Speakers — For optimum performance, Klipsch suggests placing
your speakers six to 15 feet (2 to 4.5m) apart and at least 24 inches (60.8cm) from the back and
side walls. They may also be toed-in slightly for better stereo imaging. The listening position should
be about 1 to 1.5 times the distance separating the speakers. Refer to Figures 1, 2 and 4 for con-
nection and placement.
Center Channel Speakers — Center channel speakers are designed to place dialogue and primary
sounds so that they appear to come from the video screen. The speakers should therefore be
placed as close to the screen as possible, preferably directly on top of or below the screen. Refer
to Figures 2, 3 and 4 for connection and placement.
Rear Surround Channel Speakers — Klipsch WDST™ surround speakers should be placed 5-7'
high on the walls directly adjacent to or on the wall behind the listening position. They are
designed to recreate the sense of space and ambience that many of today's surround sound tech-
nologies provide. Refer to Diagram 4 and Figures 2 and 4 for connection and placement.
CONNECTING YOUR SYNERGY SERIES SPEAKERS TO YOUR AMPLIFIER
Conventional Connection — Using 16-gauge or larger speaker wire, connect the RED "positive"
(+) terminal of the LEFT speaker to the RED "positive" (+) terminal of your amplifier's LEFT chan-
nel. Connect the BLACK "negative" (–) terminal of the LEFT speaker to the BLACK "negative" (–)
terminal of your amplifier's LEFT channel. Repeat this procedure for connecting all remaining
speakers to the appropriate amplifier channels. Refer to Figure 4. Make sure that no bare wires
from any of the connections touch any other terminals as this could cause a short and damage
your equipment.
Amplifier Requirements — Klipsch speakers are highly efficient and will operate easily
on a wide variety of amplifiers. All Klipsch speakers are 8-ohm compatible and can be
driven to very high levels with low distortion. Due to the high output levels Klipsch speakers are
capable of reproducing, exercise caution with the volume control. Excessive volume over long peri-
ods can permanently damage your hearing. Overdriving your amplifier could also damage your
speakers. Check with your dealer to make sure your particular amplifier is best suited to your
application. We want you listening for a lifetime.
CARE AND CLEANING OF YOUR SYNERGY SERIES SPEAKERS
The only thing you should ever need to do to your speakers is dust them occasionally. Never apply any
abrasive or solvent-based cleaner or any harsh detergent. You can clean the grilles with the brush
attachment of a vacuum cleaner.
WARRANTY—U.S. AND CANADA ONLY
The Warranty below is valid only for sales to consumers in the United States or Canada.
KLIPSCH, L.L.C. ("KLIPSCH") warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and work-
manship (subject to the terms set forth below) for a period of five (5) years from the date of pur-
chase. During the Warranty period, KLIPSCH will repair or replace (at KLIPSCH's option) this prod-
uct or any defective parts (excluding electronics and amplifiers). For products that have electronics
or amplifiers, the Warranty on those parts is for a period of two (2) years from the date of
purchase.
To obtain Warranty service, please contact the KLIPSCH authorized dealer from which you pur-
chased this product. If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your KLIPSCH product,
it can be returned, freight paid, to KLIPSCH for repair. Please call KLIPSCH at 1-800-KLIPSCH for
instructions. You will need to ship this product in either its original packaging or packaging afford-
ing an equal degree of protection.
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice, which is evidence that this
product is within the Warranty period, must be presented or included to obtain Warranty service.
This Warranty is invalid if (a) the factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from
this product or (b) this product was not purchased from a KLIPSCH authorized dealer. You may call
1-800-KLIPSCH to confirm that you have an unaltered serial number and/or you purchased from a
KLIPSCH authorized dealer.
This Warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence, acts
of God, accident, commercial use or modification of, or to any part of, the product. This Warranty
does not cover damage due to improper operation, maintenance or installation, or attempted repair
by anyone other than KLIPSCH or a KLIPSCH dealer which is authorized to do KLIPSCH warranty
work. Any unauthorized repairs will void this Warranty. This Warranty does not cover product sold
AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS.
REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REME-
DY OF THE CONSUMER. KLIPSCH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PRACTICAL PURPOSE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or
implied warranties so the above exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state.
WARRANTY OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
The warranty on this product if it is sold to a consumer outside of the United States or Canada
shall comply with applicable law and shall be the sole responsibility of the distributor that supplied
this product. To obtain any applicable warranty service, please contact the dealer from which you
purchased this product, or the distributor that supplied this product.