Focal 300 ICA6 Manuel D'utilisation page 15

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Setting the tweeter (300 ICW6, 300 ICA6, 300 ICW8)
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 ICW6, 300 ICA6, 300 ICW8)
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 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 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 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 Series product, we have supplied a protective screen.
The screen fastens to the mounting frame magnetically (fig. G).