User manual TANNOY MERCURY FC

[. . . ] It is important to connect both speakers identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the amplifier and (­) on the speaker to (­) on the amplifier. Wiring "out of phase" results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image. With the advent of multichannel ­ + Receiver's Speaker Outputs surround sound systems, connecting all of the speakers in your system with the correct polarity remains equally important in order to preserve the proper ambience and directionality of the program material. To use the binding-post speaker terminals, unscrew the colored collar until the passthrough hole in the center post is visible under the collar. [. . . ] With the advent of multichannel ­ + Receiver's Speaker Outputs surround sound systems, connecting all of the speakers in your system with the correct polarity remains equally important in order to preserve the proper ambience and directionality of the program material. To use the binding-post speaker terminals, unscrew the colored collar until the passthrough hole in the center post is visible under the collar. Insert the bare end of the wire through this hole; then screw the collar down until the connection is tight. The hole in the center of each collar is intended for use with bananatype connectors. MODELS: N26II, MERCURY FC The supplied self-adhesive felt pads may be attached to the bottom corners of your speakers to protect your furniture. MODELS: N38II, ND310II Without pad With pad These models are shipped with four self-adhesive nonskid pads that are to be used when the loudspeaker is intended to be placed on a smooth-surfaced floor, such as tile or hardwood. Gently lay the speaker on its side (not its front or back) on a soft, nonabrasive surface. Attach each pad to the bottom of its foot in the widest portion of the recessed area. NEVER drag the speaker to move it, as this will damage the pads, the feet and/or the wood cabinet itself. CAUTION: Floorstanding (tower) loudspeakers have a high center of gravity and may become unstable and tip over during earthquakes or if rocked, tipped or improperly positioned. If there is no (or low) bass output: · Make sure the polarities (+ and ­) of the left and right "Speaker Inputs" are connected properly. · Consider adding a powered subwoofer to your system for use with digital ". 1" surround formats. If there is no sound from the surround speakers: · Check all wires and connections between receiver/ amplifier and speakers. · Review proper operation of your receiver/amplifier and its surround sound features. · Make sure the movie or TV show you are watching is recorded in a surround sound mode. If it is not, check to see if your receiver/amplifier has other surround modes you may use. · In Dolby Digital or DTS mode, make sure your receiver/ processor is configured so that the surround speakers are enabled. [. . . ] If it is not, check to see if your receiver/amplifier has other surround modes you may use. · In Dolby Digital or DTS mode, make sure your receiver/ processor is configured so that the surround speakers are enabled. · Review the operation of your DVD player and the jacket of your DVD to make sure that the DVD features the desired Dolby Digital or DTS mode, and that you have properly selected that mode using both the DVD player's menu and the DVD disc's menu. Declaration of Conformity We, Harman Consumer International 2, route de Tours 72500 Chateau-du-Loir France declare in own responsibility, that the products described in this owner's manual are in compliance with technical standards: EN 50081-1:1992 EN 50082-1:1997 Luc E. [. . . ]