Pro-Ject Strauss - Manual (Page 3)

correlation to either sound quality or drive capability the user
is cautioned that amplifiers of low wattage ratings, when
stressed beyond their limits will produce audible amounts of
distortion. This distortion can and will damage loudspeaker
components and will not be covered by warranty.
BURNING OR BREAKING IN NEW
LOUDSPEAKERS
Your loudspeakers contain a large number of precision built
moving parts. These parts require playing time initially to
develop their maximum smoothness and extension. Very
audible improvements can be observed during about 30 hours
of playing. Additional improvements will be evident after 100
hours of playing time, at which point the speakers have
reached their full musical potential.
POSITIONING
Room acoustics and positioning of the speakers within the
room have an important effect on sound quality. To find the
optimal position for your speakers we offer the following hints:
FREE AIR SET-UP
If the room is large and space permits, allow a minimum of 1
meter away from the rear wall (the wall behind the spea-
kers). Small movements of the speaker forwards and
backwards will establish where a speaker sits most com-
fortably. Find the location that gives a full balance without
sounding heavy.
Remember, in a free air set-up the distance from the rear wall
determines how low the speaker will go in a room and also
determines depth of image. Positioning too close to a