QUINTET II MICROSYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY! READ INSTRUCTIONS ­ All safety and operating instructions should be read before operating the device and should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS ­ All warnings on the device and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. WATER AND MOISTURE ­ The device should never be used in, on or near water due to the risk of fatal shock. HEAT ­ Never locate the device near heat sources such as a radiator, floor register, stove or other heat generating devices. VENTILATION ­ The device should always be located in such a way that it maintains proper ventilation. It should never be placed in a built-in installation or anywhere that may impede the flow of air through its heat sink or ventilation openings. DANGEROUS ENTRY ­ Care should be taken that no foreign objects or liquids fall or are spilled inside the device. POWER SUPPLY ­ The device should only be connected to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the device. POWER CORD PROTECTION ­ Power cables should be routed so they are unlikely to be stepped on or crushed by items placed on or against them. Pay special attention to where the plug enters a socket or fused strip and to where the cord enters the device. PERIODS OF NON-USE ­ The device should be unplugged from the wall outlet when it is not in use for extended periods. WALL AND CEILING MOUNTING ­ The device should be mounted on a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE ­ The device should be serviced by an authorized service center when: · The plug or power supply cord has been damaged. · Objects have fallen or liquid spilled inside of the device. · The device has been exposed to moisture. · The device does not appear to be operating properly or exhibits a marked change in performance. · The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. SERVICE ­ Due to risk of shock and other hazards, all servicing should be referred to qualified personnel. IMPORTANT! Promptly inspect your speakers for any shipping damage that may have occurred during transit. If you discover any concealed shipping damage, please report it to your dealer or the shipping company responsible for your product's safe transit. Keep all original cartons and packing material for future safe transport. CARE AND CLEANING OF YOUR QUINTET II SPEAKERS Your speakers have a durable matte finish that should only require dry dusting or cleaning with a damp cloth. Avoid the use of abrasive or solvent-based cleaners and harsh detergents. The brush attachment of your vacuum or a slightly damp sponge should remove any dust from your speaker grilles. WARRANTY ­ U.S. AND CANADA ONLY The Warranty below is valid only for sales to consumers in the United States and Canada. KLIPSCH AUDIO TECHNOLOGIES ("KLIPSCH") warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship (subject to the terms set forth below) for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase. During the Warranty period, KLIPSCH will repair or replace (at KLIPSCH's option) this product 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 purchased 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 affording 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 REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. KLIPSCH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 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. POSITIONING YOUR QUINTET II 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, 3 and 4 for installation. Left and Right Main Channel Speakers ­ For optimum performance, place your speakers six to 15 feet (2 to 4.5m) apart and at least 24 inches (60.8cm) from the 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 connection 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 ­ Quintet surround speakers can be placed on the walls directly adjacent to or on the wall behind the listening position using the foot as the mounting bracket. Rear surround speakers are designed to recreate the sense of space and ambiance that many of today's surround sound technologies provide. Refer to Diagram 4 and Figures 2 and 4 for connection and placement. WARRANTY OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA The Warranty on this product if it is sold to a consumer outside 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. CONNECTING YOUR QUINTETII 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 channel. 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 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 periods 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. ENGLISH FRANCAIS D E U TS CH I TA L I A N O PORTUGUESE E S PA ~ O L N FIGURE 1 S Subwoofer FIGURE 2 S Alternate Subwoofer Placement 2'- 3'* STEREO PLACEMENT SURROUND LCR AND REARS S Subwoofer 6'-15' S Alternate Subwoofer Placement TV 6'-15' L R L C R X=Y=Z 6'-15' Angle inward X Y Z *Less distance will increase bass, more distance will improve stereo imaging. B Optional rear placement B A is ideal. B or combo A, B is acceptable. FIGURE 3 PLACEMENT OF CENTER CHANNEL ON TV Top (preferable) FIGURE 4 SPEAKER WIRE HOOK UP STANDARD AMP TV Left Speaker Right Speaker Below 2 1/8 " Quintet II Wall Mount Hole Marking Template Cut along dotted line and mail. For multiple speaker purchases, please fill out only one warranty card. Name: Street Address: City/State/Zip: Home Phone: Work Phone: E-mail Address: Would you like to receive the latest product updates and news via e-mail? Product Purchase Model and serial number must be included to honor your warranty card. For multiple speaker purchases, please fill out only one warranty card. Model Model Model Model Model Model WHat store did you purchase your Klipsch products from? Store Name: How did you hear about Klipsch? State: Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number Yes No Audio/Home Theater Magazine Other Magazine TV Radio Newspaper Trade Show Friend Retail Dealer Direct Mail Have you purchased Klipsch products before? Yes No If yes, what products? Product Name(s): 6 mos. ­ 1 yr. 1­2 yrs. How likely are you to consider Klipsch products for your upcoming purchases? Very likely Somewhat likely Doubtful If doubtful, why? Don't carry product I'm looking for Too expensive Klipsch dealer too far away Other When do you hope to purchase additional loudspeakers? Please tell us about you! Married Single Student Male Female Age: 15-17 18-24 25-35 36-45 46-55 55-64 65+ Annual Household Income: Under $25,000 $25-35,000 $35-50,000 $50-75,000 $75-100,000 $100,000+ 3502 Woodview Trace, Suite 200 Indianapolis, Indiana 46268 1. 800 . KLIPSCH · www.klipsch.com Make sure you return your warranty card so that we may keep you up-to-date on new Klipsch products and promotions. As always, if you have any questions, contact your local authorized Klipsch dealer. For your records: Quintet II Microsystem Date Purchased P.O. Box 688 Hope, AR 71802 Klipsch Audio Technologies ...