User manual BLUE SKY MEDIADESK 2.1 MONITORING SYSTEM

[. . . ] Blue Sky International 70 Sea Lane Farmingdale, NY 11735 www. abluesky. com MediaDeskTM 2. 1 MonitoringTM System Owner's Manual Version 1R | June 10, 2004 Contents Important 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Safety Instructions _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 3 MediaDesk Introduction _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 4 Important notes about MediaDesk and this Owner's manual _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 4 2. 1 System - What is included?_ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 4 Quick Setup _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 5 System Signal Connections and Level Settings Page 6 A Tour of the MediaDesk Amplifier and I/O _ _ Page 7 MediaDesk Mounting and Placement Options_ _ Page 8 Expanded Calibration Guide _ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 9 Subwoofer Placement Guide _ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 10 Technical Information _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 11 Satellite Cabinet Dimensions _ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 12 Subwoofer Cabinet Dimensions _ __ __ __ __ _ Page 13 Factory Service Instructions _ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 14 General Contact Details _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 14 Contents Safety Instructions 1 READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read all safety and operating instructions before operating this product. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Retain these safety and operating instructions for future reference. HEED WARNINGS - Follow all warnings on this product and in the operating instructions. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Follow all operating and use instructions. [. . . ] Prior to powering this unit, please confirm that the Voltage selector switch, located on the back of the subwoofer, has been set to the correct voltage setting. If you are unsure of the type of power that is supplied to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your changing the Voltage, please also confirm the proper fuse is installed [see number 11]. Power Switch - Controls the power to all the three amplifiers and all internal electronics. FUSE - Replace with same rating and type for your local voltage rating. For 115V applications use a 4 Amp T 250V and for 230 Volt 12 13 14 applications use a 2 Amp T 250V fuse. IEC 320 RECEPTACLE - Check voltage selector switch before connecting power. Connect to 115 Volt AC / 60Hz power source, rated for 360 WATTS or 230 Volt / 50Hz rated for 360 WATTS. MediaDesk is a class II device that does not require a safety ground. Only use the supplied power cord or an IEC approved power cord without a safety ground pin. Speaker Outputs - These connectors are high quality binding post that are compatible with both bare speaker wire and other speaker connectors (such spades and banana plugs). Please always maintain proper phase and be careful to avoid short-circuits between output terminals. Amplifier Heatsink - The heatsink provides essential cooling to the amplifiers inside MediaDesk. Please ensure that proper air circulation is available for proper cooling. Page 7 7. MediaDesk Mounting and Placement Options Figure 7 Monitor mounting and placement is often an afterthought, but in order to get the best imaging and overall performance from MediaDesk, it is important to place the speakers correctly. Figure 7 shows the ideal placement, with the MediaDesk SAT located perfectly at seated ear height. However, there are many other ways to mount or place MediaDesk, which can work equally as well. Figure 8: Cabinet angled back Most users of MediaDesk will be using the system around or near a computer workstation. The design of the MediaDesk SAT takes this into acount and makes it easy to place the speakers on a typical desk and have them pointed at the user's ears. The angle of cabinet also reduces reflections off of the desk, improving imaging and overall performance. Figure 9: Cabinet level with baffle hanging over This drawing shows the MediaDesk SAT being placed so that cabinet has no up or down angle. This maybe an ideal way to mount the SATs if you are placing them on a shelf that is at seated ear height, or a conventional speaker stand with a flat top. Figure 10: MediaDesk Angle Adjustment Foot The MediaDesk Angle Adjustment Foot alows you to place the MediaDesk SAT on a flat surface and adjust the front baffle angel from 0 degrees (shown in picture) to +5 degrees (baffle angled down). This drawing illustrates the MediaDesk being placed so that the cabinet has no up or down angle. [. . . ] Subwoofer Cabinet Dimensions MediaDesk SUB Dimensions in US/English Standard (inches) Page 13 13. Factory Service Instructions Service for the U. S. versions of Blue Sky products is available only from our authorized distributor, Group One Ltd. , located in Farmingdale, New York. (Service for Blue Sky products outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors. ) If your monitor needs service, follow these instructions: 1. [. . . ]