Martinlogan i Manuel d'utilisateur

C INEMATMiuser’s manualc l s e l e c t r o s t a t i cM ARTIN L OGAN®

10 Remove the Cinema i stand from the wall and preparethe wall at each of the 5 marks using the proceduredescribed in step 7 (figure 12, step I).11 Wi

Dispersion Interactions 11The concave electrostatic panel launches a 30 degreedispersion pattern when viewed from above. The soundwaves focus in f

12 Dispersion InteractionsFigure 18–19. As can be seen here, point sourceconcepts invite a great deal of room interaction.While delivering good freque

HOME THEATERHome Theater 13Figure 24. Ascent i speakers as front channels, Cinema i as the center channel,Script i speakers as side surround (effe

How can sound be reproduced by something that you areable to see through? Electrostatic energy makes this possible.Where the world of traditional loud

Since the beginning of audio, achieving smooth dispersionhas been a problem for all loudspeaker designers. Largepanel transducers present even more of

16 Electrostatic Loudspeaker HistoryELECTROSTATIC LOUDSPEAKER HISTORYIn the late 1800s, any loudspeaker was considered exotic.Today, most of us take t

Electrostatic Loudspeaker History 17developing a better instrument for testing microphonearrays. The test instrument needed an extremely accurates

18 Frequently Asked QuestionsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSHow do I clean my speakers?Just use a dust free cloth or a soft brush to remove the dustfrom yo

Frequently Asked Questions 19Will excessive smoke or dust cause any problems withmy electrostatic speakers? Exposure to excessive contaminants suc

2 Contents & IntroductionCONTENTS &INTRODUCTIONContents & Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2ContentsIntroduc

20 TroubleshootingTROUBLESHOOTINGNo Output• Check that all your system components are turned on.• Check your speaker wires and connections.• Check all

The Cinema i hybrid speaker system consists of a broad-range single element electrostatic transducer integrated witha quick-response woofer. This appr

AC. Abbreviation for alternating current. Active crossover. Uses active devices (transistors, ICs, tubes)and some form of power supply to operate. Amp

Inductance. The property of an electrical circuit by which avarying current in it produces a varying magnetic field thatintroduces voltages in the sam

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Installation in Brief 3INSTALLATION IN BRIEFWe know you are eager to hear your new Cinema i centerchannel, so this section is provided to allow fa

Your Cinema i speaker uses an external low-voltage powersupply to energize its electrostatic panel. For this reasonthe proper low-voltage power supply

We also recommend, if possible, that short runs of speakercable connect the power amplifier and speaker and thathigh quality long interconnect cables

6 InstallationFor optimum performance the Cinema i must be tilted onits stand towards the main listening position and directedtowards the audience’s e

Stand Options 7NOTE: The Cinema i is intended for use with its standattached in almost all installation options. Stand removalinstructions are pro

8 Stand Options1 Prepare a flat surface with padding and sheets to protectthe Cinema i as you work on it. Disconnect any wires andcarefully place the

3 Using a 5/32” Allen tool remove the 6 allen bolts thatattach the stand, 3 each side (figure 7, step B).4 Remove the stand (figure 7, step C).5 Unscr