User manual ONKYO SKS-101

[. . . ] Please retain this manual for future reference. Before using this unit The speaker cabinet is made of wood and sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity. Avoid placing the speaker system in locations subjected to direct sunlight or in humid places such as near an air conditioner, bathroom, or kitchen. Be sure to turn off your amplifier before connecting the speaker system. [. . . ] Special test signals produced by audio checking CD, etc. Sound produced when connecting or disconnecting audio connection cables (Always turn off the amplifier's power before connecting or disconnecting cables. ) 7. Howling when a microphone is used SKR-101(R) SKR-101(L) In general, Braun tubes used for color television sets are extremely sensitive and can be affected even by the magnetism of the earth. If a speaker system is used near them, therefore, discoloration or distortion of pictures will occur. To allow use with color television sets, etc. , the SKC-101 Center Speaker system is provided with magnetic shielding. Even so, discoloration may still result, depending on the installation environment. If discoloration occurs, turn off the television set, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and then turn it on again. This activates the selfdemagnetizing function of the television set, improving display quality. If discoloration persists even after performing this remedy, move the speaker further from the television set. Discoloration may also be caused when a magnet or other magnetized object is near the television because of the combined effect. +­ R CENTER SPEAKER L SURROUND SPEAKERS AV amplifier ­+ Use with a TV set Placement For better-quality sound, observe the following precautions when you install the speaker system: · Placing the speaker system on several small-diameter supports generally results in better sound than placing it directly on a wide installation surface. Also note that high quality bass cannot be obtained if the speaker system is unstably positioned. Always use the supplied spacers (black) or thin metal discs (such as coins) to seat the speaker stably. · Place the Right and Left surround speakers in similar conditions. If they are placed in extremely different conditions, left right channel balance will be adversely affected. SKC-101 Center Speaker Place the SKC-101 as close as possible to your television set, for example, above or below the television set. Be sure to set the SKC-101 firmly on the television set or other equipment so that it cannot slip and fall. This is especially important if you have small children. If the SKC-101 is to be placed on a television set, be sure that: · The supporting area of the TV is larger than that of the SKC 101. [. . . ] Avoid the use of furniture polishes or harsh cleansers. Use a soft brush or hand vacuum cleaner to remove dust and lint from the grille material. SN 29343100 +­ Cushioning pads Sales & Product Planning Div. : 2-1, Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN Tel: 072-831-8111 Fax: 072-833-5222 ONKYO U. S. A. [. . . ]