User manual M-AUDIO STUDIOPHILE SP-8B

[. . . ] It boasts a stable and balanced low-mid frequency response along with a defined mid- and high-frequency response as well. Both drivers are magnetically shielded for desktop music production. From professional users in commercial studios to home studio owners, the Studiophile SP-8B sets a new affordable standard it studio monitoring. What's in the Box? Your Studiophile SP-8B box contains: · Two SP-8B speakers · Two detachable AC power cords · This manual Studiophile SP-8B Features 1. Woofer The woofer unit is 8 inches in diameter with a magnetically shielded minera-filled polypropylene cone, high-temperature voice coil and damped rubber surround. [. . . ] A two-conductor TRS plug automatically grounds the minus signal input, whereas a three-conductor TRS plug wired unbalanced provides the option of leaving the minus open or grounded. We recommend that you ground the unused input. The TRS input is summed together with an XLR input through a balanced input amplifier, allowing both inputs to be used simultaneously. Input specifications apply to both inputs. 4 3. PRODUCT LABEL: This label contains the model and serial number information. VENT PORT: This port aids in reproduction of very low frequencies by discharging frequencies below 30 Hz. . VOLUME CONTROL: Use the volume control to set the output sound pressure from the SP-8B to proper levels as required. POWER SWITCH: This switch turns the monitor on and off. The on position is indicated by the marking "I". POWER RECEPTACLE: Accepts a detachable 3-circuit line cord in order to power the monitor. FUSE HOLDER: Holds the external main fuse. VOLTAGE-SELECT SWITCH: Provides 2 selections - 115VAC and 230VAC, and should be set to match the "house current" (receptacle) voltage of the country/location in which the speaker is used. The 115V setting is correct for the USA andthe 230V setting correct for most of the UK and Europe. Front Panel and Side View: HF Driver (Tweeter) LF Driver (Woofer) Power LED 1. The front panel houses the Power LED which indicates whether the speakers (amplifier) power is on or off. 5 14. 97 inches 9. 5 inches 11. 82 inches Installation For optimal performance of the SP-8B, please read the following thoroughly and carefully prior to installation. Precautions Handling: Please do not grab the speaker cones. The SP-8B set is packaged in the box tightly, so your attention is required when taking the monitors out of the box. To avoid possible damage to the speaker units, hold both sides of the monitor in order to pull it out of the box. The speaker cones should not be touched in order to avoid damage even after they are out of the box. Connections: Connect the XLR balanced or TRS balanced /unbalanced input of each SP-8B to the corresponding pre-amp, computer or game console outputs. We recommend that you use high-quality balanced or unbalanced cables for input connections. Also, turn off the power of the SP-8B and turn the volume of the SP-8B down to a minimum before making the necessary connections Correct Power Operation: Since the SP-8B contains its own amplifier, it must be connected to a power outlet using the detachable AC cable provided. Before connecting power, please make sure that the Voltage-Select Switch, located on the the speakers rear panel is set to the appropriate position, as described in the rear-panel features list appearing earlier in this manual. Note: - WARNING! [. . . ] Also remove reflective materials such as glass, mirrors or metal from the monitoring environment. PLACE THOSE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE PATH OF THE SOUND FROM THE SP-8Bs. NOTE: The tweeter on your SP-8B has the unique quality of being movable. This feature should only be used in extreme cases where normal placement is not possible. [. . . ]