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14
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TEST SYSTEM
After all satellites and subwoofer connections are completed,
connect the wires to your receiver or amplifier.
IMPORTANT: Be sure not to let any stray ’+’ and
’-’ strands touch each other. Touching strands
will cause a short circuit that could damage your
amplifier.
Turn your receiver or amplifier ‘On’ and test the system with your
favorite music. If your system is operating properly, refill the wire
trench and enjoy your new speakers.
Contrary to popular belief, most speaker damage and
distortion occurs from using an amplifier with too little
power. The more available power an amplifier has, the
higher the threshold becomes before clipping occurs
(outputting damaging distortion), effectively raising
the useable volume of the system. Of course, going
overboard with power can allow the listener to exceed
the mechanical limits of the speakers and result in
speaker damage and distortion. However, when used
appropriately, a more powerful amplifier can reduce the
risk of distortion or speaker damage as the amplifier will
be able to continuously operate within
its intended “safe range” during normal playback of
the system.
If your speakers begin to sound harsh or grating, or if
you hear the bass breaking up, turn the volume down
immediately or you will damage your speakers! This type
of damage constitutes abuse and is not covered under
warranty.
Tone controls and equalizers can demand even more
power from an amplifier, lowering the point at which it
produces clipping distortion. Use them sparingly, if at all,
and avoid using them when listening at loud levels.
For areas larger than 3,000 sq. ft., we recommend using
multiple MartinLogan Outdoor Living Foundation systems.
Please note that powering multiple Outdoor Living Foundation
systems may require additional amplification to properly
integrate. Please consult your dealer for guidance on
amplifier capability and selection. Using more speakers
ensures that sound is not only more evenly distributed, but
also allows the system to be more easily heard at lower
listening levels. By doing this, demand on the amplifier is
reduced and neighbors are not disturbed. Think of it this
way: When lighting a large outdoor area, using multiple
floodlights on a dimmer set to a low setting is far more
effective than using a single floodlight with the dimmer
set to high.
TO AVOID SPEAKER DAMAGE
LISTENING OUTDOORS
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