Professional Active Reference 5" and 8" Studio Monitor User’s Guide
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ESI uniK plus INDEX 1. Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 4 1.1 What makes uniK plus unique?............................................................................................................................ 4 2. Basics & Installation .................................................................................................................... 4 2.1 Unpacking / Handling ............
ESI uniK plus 1. Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the ESI uniK plus. Our uniK plus studio monitor is available as a 5" and an 8" version, the uniK 05+ and uniK 08+. This manual describes both models as they have similar functions and features. The uniK plus studio monitors are the result of extensive development work performed in Germany, to provide a professional active reference monitor that defines a higher level of quality in its class.
ESI uniK plus 2.1 Unpacking / Handling To remove the monitor from the carton its best to turn the package carefully upside down on the floor or on a table and then lift the carton vertically up slowly to leave the monitor resting in the packaging foam. Make sure that you don’t grab the speaker driver units on the front to avoid damage. Now check the monitor for signs of damage that might have occurred in shipping. In the unlikely event of this, please contact the reseller of the product immediately.
ESI uniK plus 3.1 Stereo / 2.0 Positioning Two units and the listener should be positioned or aligned in a regular triangle form. Please refer to the following diagram to understand how to position your monitors. Each distance x should be identical. 3.2 Stereo with Subwoofer / 2.1 Positioning In a stereo setup with an added subwoofer, the subwoofer speaker should be positioned ideally in the middle in front of the listener (with the same distance x).
ESI uniK plus 3.3 Surround 5.1 Positioning In a 5.1 surround set, the center speaker should ideally be placed on top of the subwoofer. If this is not possible, the subwoofer can be moved to the left or right but should close. The rear surround speakers should be positioned around 110° from the center speaker (all with the same distance x). 3.4 Surround 7.1 Positioning In a 7.1 surround set, the center speaker should also ideally be placed on top of the subwoofer or as close as possible.
ESI uniK plus 3.5 Orientation It’s strongly suggested to place the uniK plus vertically. Do not place them horizontally. 3.6 Additional Comments Please also make sure to not place any obstacles that may block the flow of air or that could generate sound reflections (especially highly reflective material including glass or metal) in front of the monitor. Also, don’t put plants in pots on top or too close to your monitors.
ESI uniK plus Together with the room adjustment options, this gives you amazing amount of flexibility in reference to the requirements of your listening room and your own preference to sound. 3.8 Rubber Feet uniK plus are supplied with 4 rubber feet, two on the front of the speaker and two on the rear. The rubber feet help you to reduce unwanted vibrations, depending on where exactly the speaker is placed.
ESI uniK plus 4. Technical Data Please note that technical specifications are subject to change without any prior notice. The specs given in this manual are up-to-date at the time of the creation of this document. 4.
ESI uniK plus Standby function: can be turned on and off Indicator: multi color LED on front panel, power on orange, standby red, over load red flashing Feet: 4 pieces rubberized, adjustable height separately Working Voltage: AC100-240V 50/60Hz Dimensions (W x H x D): 252 x 352 x 319mm Weight: 8.1 kg 4.3 Rear Panel The following picture shows the rear panel of uniK 05+. The functions of uniK 08+ are identical. 1.
ESI uniK plus 2. TRS input – this jack accepts TRS input connections, either balanced or unbalanced. For balanced connections, a 3-conductor TRS plug is necessary. The TRS input is wired like this: INPUT SIGNAL TRS CONNECTIONS + Shield Tip Ring Sleeve Unbalanced wiring works with either a 2- or 3-conductor TRS connector.
ESI uniK plus When set to 0 (middle position), the whole frequency response is optimised, i.e. as linear as possible. Make sure that each speaker has exactly the same settings. 7. low frequencies (room adjustment) – the LOW knob allows you to adjust the low frequencies via a built-in EQ mostly affecting the area around 100Hz and below, by around 1dB for each step up or down, according to local requirements and your taste. When set to 0 (middle position), the whole frequency response is optimised, i.e.
ESI uniK plus 5. General Information Trademarks ESI, uniK, uniK 05+, uniK 08+ and uniK plus are trademarks or registered trademarks of ESI Audiotechnik GmbH. Other product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Correspondence For technical support inquiries, contact your nearest dealer, local distributor or ESI support online at www.esi-audio.com. Disclaimer All features and specifications subject to change without notice.
