EVE audio SC408 - User manual - Manual (Page 8)

SC 408
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Mains Voltage Selector Speaker Positioning + Rubber Feet
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completely from the power grid. When powered off all settings are saved
and the power consumption is reduced to 0 watts.
After powering on again, the loudspeaker will return to the state it was
in before being turned off (Standby mode, Mute mode or a given volume
level). Even if powered off via a multiple outlet power strip, the monitor will
return to the state it was in before being turned off.
! In order to prevent switching noise with your monitoring system, keep in
mind the following rules:
Power all audio sources on first and your loudspeakers last.
When turning off your system, power off your loudspeakers first and then
all audio sources.
3.16. DIP Switches
On the rear panel of your EVE Audio monitors you will find three DIP
Switches. These allow you to secure your loudspeaker settings to prevent
them from being changed inadvertently.
• Volume
When set to “lock,” this DIP Switch secures the current volume setting. The
LED ring on the front panel indicates the volume setting, but it cannot be
modified. When set to “variable,” the volume setting can be changed by
simply turning the knob.
• Filter
When set to “lock,” this DIP Switch secures the current filter settings. The
filter settings can be read on the LED ring, but they cannot be modified.
When set to “variable,” the filters can be modified freely.
• Not used
No Function.
• Max. Input
This DIP Switch determines the input sensitivity of the SC407 and SC408.
In a studio environment, the reference level (0dB) ought to be 4dBu. In
such environments, leave the setting at “+7dBu.” However, some studio
gear allow much higher output levels. If it were impossible to reduce the
output level of such devices, set the switch to “+22dBu.”
The “+7dBu” setting ought to be suitable for most situations.
3.17. Mains Voltage Selector
The Mains Voltage Selector allows you to adjust the operating voltage of
your EVE Audio monitors to the local power grid. Set it to “230” if your local
power grid is 220-240 volts or “115” if it is 110-120 volts.
If you change the mains voltage value you also have to replace the fuse of
the IEC connector with an appropriate one. The corresponding fuse values
are printed on the unit underneath the IEC connector.
3.18. Power Connector (IEC)
Use the power cord supplied to connect your EVE Audio monitors to the
power grid. The IEC connector includes an integrated fuse. If your EVE
Audio monitors stop working and the fuse seems to be the problem,
proceed as follows:
• Turn the loudspeaker off.
• Disconnect it from the power grid.
• Detach the IEC connector from the unit.
• Remove the fuse.
• Change the fuse. The replacement fuse should comply with the values
stated on the subwoofer.
4. POSITIONING
4.1. Speaker Positioning + Rubber Feet
Ideally, there should be no objects or obstacles between the loudspeakers
and the listening position. Furthermore, a symmetrical positioning is
important. This applies to the distance between speakers as well as to the
walls, ceiling and floor. In order to have a symmetrical stereo image it is
also important to have symmetrical reflections. We recommend to keep
a distance of at least 0.5 m (19 inches) to the walls, in order to avoid low
frequency boosting.
EVE Audio monitors can also be flush-mounted in a wall, in which case
there should be enough air flow. This is important to keep the electronic
components cool but also to allow for the best performance of the bass
reflex ports. We recommend to keep at least 3 cm (1 in) to the sides and
top.
The SC407 and SC408 monitors were designed to be placed vertically or
horizontally. The best position in each case will be determined by the room
and the system used. By default, your monitor is adjusted to be placed
horizontally. To use it in vertical position, turn the tweeter/mid-driver
section 90º. Follow the procedure indicated in the “Horizontal/Vertical