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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. 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. DO NOT expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
WARNING: No naked flame sources – such as candles – should be placed on the product.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
WARNING: Do Not Open! Risk of Electrical Shock. Voltages in this
equipment are hazardous to life. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
InTrODuCTIOn
Congratulations on your purchase of ENERGY
ogy and high quality manufacturing will allow you to enjoy the most natural and
accurate music reproduction for many years. The advice offered in this manual is
aimed at helping you maximize and maintain peak performance, and therefore,
your listening satisfaction. Please take the time to read all of the instructions
contained in this manual to make certain your system is properly installed and
functioning correctly.
COMPany BaCKGrOunD
ENERGY speakers are the result of extensive research into accurate sonic
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reproduction and represent the leading edge in speaker design and performance.
The finest components and cabinet materials combined with sophisticated
manufacturing and quality control procedures ensure many years of exceptional
performance and listening pleasure.
CaBIneT Care
Great care and craftsmanship has gone into the construction and finish of the
cabinet. Periodically use a soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints. Do not
use paper towels or other abrasive materials as it may damage the finish.
NOTE: Please retain the carton and packing material for your ENERGY
to protect them in the event of a move or if they need to be shipped to a service
center. Product received damaged by a service center that has been shipped by
the end user in other than the original packaging will be repaired, refurbished and
properly packaged for return shipment, at the end user's expense.
C a u T I O n
DO NOT OPEN.
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SPeaKer PLaCeMenT
FRONT SPEAKER PLACEMENT (DIAGRAM 1)
For best stereo imaging, the left and right speakers should be the same distance
from their respective side walls. If the distance from one speaker to the listener
is very different from the other it can affect the soundstage or stereo imaging.
Therefore, the ideal position is having the speakers equidistant to the listener.
A general guideline for speaker placement is to set up the space between speak-
er and listener at approximately 1-1/2 times the distance between the speakers.
For example, if the speakers are placed a minimum of 6-feet (1.8m) apart (the
absolute minimum), the best seating position would be 9-feet (2.4m) away.
SURROUND SPEAKER PLACEMENT (DIAGRAM 1)
The surround speakers can be positioned in a variety of locations. The surround
placement is usually dictated by the room, where the walls and room boundaries
happen to be, and where speaker cable can be easily run.
The most common surround speaker locations are the following:
Side walls: For best results in side wall mounting applications, position the
speakers adjacent to and slightly behind the primary listening area at a height of
approximately 6 feet.
Rear walls: For best results mounting on a rear wall, position the speakers so
they flank the main listening area and point towards the front of the room. They
should be raised to a height of approximately 6 feet and should ideally have a
space of 6 feet between them.
WALL MOUNT OPTIONS (DIAGRAM 1A)
The Take Classic system can be wall mounted using the keyhole or threaded
insert on the back. The threaded insert is an imperial 1/4-20 thread and should
be compatible with various aftermarket mounting systems.
SPeaKer COnneCTIOnS
Caution: *Turn off all power in your audio/video system before proceeding with
your installation. Not doing so could result in potential damage to the system.
CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS (DIAGRAM 2)
On the rear of your ENERGY
binding posts. Using standard speaker wire, connect the system one channel at
a time, and start your process at the receiver. Connect the speaker wire from the
positive (RED+) terminal on the receiver to the positive (RED+) terminal on the
speaker. Connect the negative (BLACK-) terminal on the receiver to the negative
(BLACK-) terminal on the speaker. Do this one channel at a time until all of your
speakers are connected properly. Be careful to correctly match positive and nega-
tive, as well as the correct speaker to the correct channel.
NOTE: If you inadvertently reverse one of the connections (i.e, red to black), you
will notice a severe lack of bass from your system. This is called wiring the system
"Out of Phase". If this occurs, check the wiring and re-connect as necessary.
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Take Classic speakers are red and black 5-way
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