User manual PIONEER S-81C-QL

[. . . ] Make sure you use the correct connecting cables. It could present a hazard if it falls, as well as damaging the equipment. Do not use the speaker to output distorted sound for long periods of times. Do not sit or stand on the speaker, or let children play on the speaker. [. . . ] place the speaker on the base as shown below. Use the furnished spikes or non-skid pads when installing the speaker on the speaker base. This speaker system includes spikes that you can use to isolate the speaker from the floor. Use the supplied spike bases to avoid scratching the floor or other surface where the speaker is placed. 1 Twist the spikes into the threaded metal inserts embedded in the bottom of the speaker base. 2 Set the spike bases in the positions where the points of the three spikes will strike when the speaker is set down. Do not place the speaker where it will be in direct sunlight, and avoid positioning it near heaters and air conditioners. Doing so may cause warping and discoloration of the speaker cabinet and damage to the speaker. Always use the spike bases as shown, with the indented surface facing up to receive the spike point. If you do not use the spike bases when placing the speakers, the spikes may cause damage to the floor. If you plan on using the spikes we highly recommend to use the spike bases. This speaker does not include speaker cables used for connecting to an amplifier. This speaker system comes with grille which may be attached and removed by: 1 To attach the grille, align the grille with the speaker body and press gently. 2 To remove the grille, hold the grille with both hands near the middle and pull gently toward you to separate the grille from the speaker. 1 Switch off the power to your amplifier. Loosen the knobs on the input terminals and insert the speaker cable wires into each of the terminal post holes, then tighten the knobs. Magnets are used for holding the grille in place. Do not place the grilles near devices that may be susceptible to magnetic influence (CRT televisions, etc. 3 Connect the other ends of the cables to the amp's speaker output terminals (for more details, refer to your amp instruction manual). You can also connect the speaker's terminals with a banana plug. When using a banana plug, be sure to remove the cap at the tip of the input terminal. After connecting the plugs, pull lightly on the cables to make sure that the ends of the cables are securely connected to the terminals. [. . . ] Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion. Once you have established a comfortable sound level: · set the dial and leave it there. Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime. [. . . ]