Please read through these operating instructions before using your speaker system so you will know how to make the most of its performance. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. WARNING: Handling the power cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION This product is designed exclusively for use with the Pioneer Plasma Display. For more information on compatibility, please consult with your nearest Pioneer authorized dealer or service center. BEFORE USE . The nominal impedance of this speaker system is 8 ohms. . In order to prevent damage to the speaker system resulting from input overload, please observe the following precautions: . Do not supply power to the speaker system in excess of the maximum permissable input. This can result in damage or a possible fire hazard. . When connecting or disconnecting pin-plugs, be sure that amplifier power is OFF. . When using a graphic equalizer to emphasize loud sounds of a high frequency range, do not use excessive amplifier volume. . Do not force a low-powered amplifier to produce a loud volume of sound (the amplifier’s harmonic distortion will be increased, and you may damage the speaker). . Please handle the speakers with sufficient care, as the grille net and the cabinet can become damaged or broken when they are subjected to strong external impacts. . Placing a CRT computer screen or CRT monitor near to the speakers may result in interference or color distortion. If this happens, distance the monitor from the speakers. Installation . Consult your dealer if you encounter any difficulties with this installation. . Pioneer is not liable for any damage resulting from improper installation, improper use, modification, or natural disasters. CHECKING THE ACCESSORIES 7 Speaker Cable . 2 7 Speakers Mounting Screw (M5 . 10 mm: Black) . 16 7 Speaker Mounting Bracket For LEFT-TOP For LEFT-BOTTOM For RIGHT-TOP For RIGHT-BOTTOM 7 Padding Strip . 2 (For Flush mounting) When speakers are mounted Flush, they are affixed to the side of the speaker as a buffer. 7 Operating Instructions . 1 There are two ways to mount these speakers, either Air mount or Flush mount. 7 Air mount There is a gap of air of about 15 mm between the speakers and the display. Speakers 7 Flush mount The speakers are direct against the display. Speakers CAUTION: . Do not place force on the speakers’ front panel grille net, or stick your finger or other object into the front of the speaker, since you may damage the grille net or speaker unit itself. . Do not use these speakers with anything other than the Plasma Display. Doing so may result in damage or fire. English MOUNTING THE SPEAKERS TO YOUR PLASMA DISPLAY Warning . Attach the Plasma Display to the stand before installing the speakers. See the Operating Instructions packed together with the stand for how to assemble the stand. . When mounting the speakers, only use the screws enclosed. Using any screws other than those enclosed may cause the speakers to come loose and fall. . When mounting the speakers, be sure to tighten the screws securely so they will not come loose. . Do not lift up the display by the speakers. A speaker may come off, so carry the display by holding it by the bottom and its handle. . If you wish to change from Flush mounting to Air mounting or vice versa: Remove the speaker mounting brackets from the speakers and the display and remount them from the beginning. 1 Attaching the Speaker Mounting Brackets to the Speakers There is a left speaker and a right speaker. When you are mounting them, check the label on the back to get them right. There are top and bottom speaker mounting brackets for both the left and the right speaker. Attach the appropriate bracket to the top and the bottom on the back of the speakers with the enclosed screws. (See Diagram) The diagram depicts the mounting of the right speaker. The left speaker mounts in the same way. Air mounting Screw Holes for Air mounting (2 on outside) Place the speaker so its terminals (bottom) are facing you. (Example of right speaker) Speaker Mounting Brackets (For RIGHT- BOTTOM) Screw Holes for Air mounting (2 on outside) Speaker Mounting Brackets (For RIGHT-TOP) (The skinny slot is used for mounting to the top.) Flush mounting English Speaker Mounting Brackets (For RIGHT-BOTTOM) Screw Holes for Flush mounting (2 on inside) Speaker Mounting Brackets (For RIGHT-TOP) (The skinny slot is used for mounting to the top.) Screw Holes for Flush mounting (2 on inside) Place the speaker so its terminals (bottom) are facing you. (Example of right speaker) 2 If mounting the speakers Flush, affix the padding strip to the side of the speakers (side that touches the display). Use the enclosed padding strips ...