User manual ONKYO D-045

[. . . ] Thumps and clicks caused by connecting or disconnecting audio cables (always turn off your amplifier before connecting or disconnecting cables). Do not put metal items, such as screwdrivers, close to the speakers, as they may be attracted toward the magnet, causing injury, or damage to the tweeter diaphragm. Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo Speaker System. Please read this manual thoroughly before using it. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new Speaker System. [. . . ] Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new Speaker System. Please retain this manual for future reference. En Getting to Know the Speakers Using the Included Cork Spacers You can improve the sound quality by attaching the included cork spacers to raise the speakers off the surface and reduce the contact area. The cork spacers also make the speakers stable and prevent them from slipping. Grille attachment catcher Tweeter Grille Cork spacer Bottom Woofer Cabinet The two speakers are identical, so it doesn't matter which one you use on the left or right. Using Close to a TV or Computer Connecting the Speakers TVs and computer monitors are magnetically sensitive devices and as such are likely to suffer from discoloration or picture distortion when conventional speakers are placed nearby. To prevent this, the speakers feature internal magnetic shielding. In some situations, however, discoloration may still be an issue. In this case, turn off your TV or monitor, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and then turn it back on again. This normally activates the degaussing function, which neutralizes the magnetic field, thereby removing any discoloration effects. If discoloration problems persist, try moving the speakers away from your TV or monitor. Note that discoloration can also be caused by a magnet or demagnetizing tool that's too close to your TV or monitor. You can prevent this by hanging sound-absorbing material, such as thick curtain, on the door or wall. Care To maintain the appearance of the speakers, you should periodically wipe them with a soft, dry cloth. Stubborn stains can be removed by using a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild detergent. Dry the speakers immediately afterward with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents that may damage the finish. Speaker Placement The sound quality of the speakers is directly affected by the size and shape of the room they're used in and its furnishings. When considering where to place your speakers, read the following: · Where possible, mount the speakers on speaker stands, concrete blocks, bricks, or a sturdy bookshelf. Putting them directly on the floor will emphasize bass sounds, creating a boomy sound. · If a speaker is placed on an uneven surface where it can wobble or vibrate, bass performance will be adversely affected. You can eliminate speaker wobble by putting a shim made out of cork or metal, such as a coin, underneath the speaker or stand, as shown. Shim · If you mount the speakers on a flat surface, such as a bookshelf, you can improve the sound quality by inserting cork spacers or coins in between the speaker and the shelf. Raising them off the surface like this will reduce the contact area and improve the sound. · If you like lots of bass, mount the speakers on low speaker stands and place them in front of a solid wall. [. . . ] You can eliminate speaker wobble by putting a shim made out of cork or metal, such as a coin, underneath the speaker or stand, as shown. Shim · If you mount the speakers on a flat surface, such as a bookshelf, you can improve the sound quality by inserting cork spacers or coins in between the speaker and the shelf. Raising them off the surface like this will reduce the contact area and improve the sound. · If you like lots of bass, mount the speakers on low speaker stands and place them in front of a solid wall. · Walls and furnishings affect sound quality. [. . . ]