Model Five Manual 12 pages rev 1.
Model Five Manual 12 pages rev 1.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting the KLH Model Five loudspeaker. KLH’s iconic styling, leading-edge technology, use of the finest materials and sophisticated quality control will provide you with unparalleled listening pleasure for many years to come. To achieve the level of music reproduction these speakers are capable of providing requires care in installation and operation. If you are new to the audiophile world, please take the time to read this manual and follow all instructions.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX The carton contains one Model Five speaker, one slant riser base, and one user’s manual. A NOTE ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY Just like the original, the new Model Five doesn’t utilize a lot of plastic material in its construction. Where possible, KLH has elected to use more responsible materials, resulting in a product that is more in-line with modern sensitivities. Model Five Manual 12 pages rev 1.
UNPACKING THE SYSTEM : nts nte Co al nu Ma se er Ba Ris e l Fiv de eaker sp Mo ud Lo lly. tica Ver CK re STA StoNOT DO ed eer gin En USA and IN, ina ned lle, Ch sig svi in De ble ured No act t: in nuf igh Ma We al Tot All components of the Model Five system have been very carefully packed for maximum protection against damage. As with any high-quality audio product, it is advisable to keep the original packing materials in case it becomes necessary to transport the speakers.
PLACING THE MODEL FIVE ON SLANT RISER SPEAKER CONNECTION IMPORTANT! Turn your amplifier or receiver OFF before connecting your speakers. This will avoid damage which could result from accidental shorting of the speaker cables. The loudspeaker binding posts can be used with banana, pin or spade connectors, as well as with bare wire. Tighten the posts firmly by hand but do not over tighten! Correct polarity (or phase) is critical for proper imaging and bass performance.
LOUDSPEAKER POSITIONING AND ROOM ACOUSTICS Room acoustics play a major role in the sound reproduction characteristics of your Model Five loudspeakers. Experimenting with loudspeaker placement is an important step for optimum acoustic performance and ensuring the customer gets exactly what they pay for. Fortunately, the Model Five is very placement friendly, and only a couple of factors need to be kept in mind: 1.
THREE-POSITION ACOUSTIC BALANCE SWITCH The selector switch is located on the back of each loudspeaker and provides the user the ability to tailor the output above 400Hz. “HI” Position – This is the default position, or 0dB. This is the preferred selection for neutral to dead listening spaces. “MID” Position – This adjusts the loudspeaker -1.5dB above 400Hz. Use this setting for slightly live listening spaces. “LO” Position – This adjusts the loudspeaker -3.0dB above 400Hz.
HOW TO EVALUATE STEREO LOUDSPEAKERS FOR SOUND AND ACCURACY It’s time to actually listen to the loudspeakers and evaluate their performance. Since the listening room contributes half of what you hear, proper evaluation and positioning adjustment is required to ensure the most rewarding listening experience. A little work here will go a long way. You want to start with a variety of music that is mainly composed of tunes with which you are most familiar.
CLEANING Your speakers feature a genuine wood veneer. The finish is a low-gloss clear lacquer that only requires an occasional soft damp cloth. Clean with the grain, avoiding a circular or cross-grain motion. Do not use an abrasive cleaner. Avoid getting any part of the speaker components wet. Do not place wet objects (drinking glasses, potted plants, etc.) on top of the speakers—if allowed to soak in, even a small amount of water may permanently damage the loudspeaker finish.
SPECIFICATIONS (all specifications for a single speaker) Frequency Response: Low Frequency Extension: In-Room Sensitivity: Free-field Sensitivity: Power Handling: Recommended Power Amplification: In-Room Maximum SPL: Impedance: Horizontal Dispersion: Features: Crossover Frequency: High Frequency Driver: Mid Frequency Driver: Low Frequency Driver: Enclosure Material: Inputs: Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Included Accessories: 42Hz – 20,000Hz +/- 3dB -10dB @ 32Hz 90.5dB @2.83V / 1M 87.5dB @ 2.
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