Polk Audio Reserve Series R700 Three-Way Floorstanding Speaker (Walnut, Single) - Manual (Page 5)

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OWNER ’ S MANUAL
Bi-Amping (R700 only)
Bi-amping allows you to use separate amplifiers for the high
and low frequency sections of your loudspeaker for greater
dynamic range and lower distortion. We recommend that your
separate amplifiers have identical gain to preserve the speaker’s
voicing balance. After removing the jumpers, connect the
speaker wires from the high frequency amplifier outputs to the
upper set of terminal posts on each speaker. Follow the same
procedure for connecting the low frequency amplifier outputs
to the lower set of terminals
(Figure 2). Remember to maintain
correct wiring polarity (+ to +, – to –) in all connections. See
amplifier/AV receiver user manual for configuration instructions.
Bass Management
When using your Reserve Series loudspeakers with a receiver
or processor employing bass management in a home theater,
we recommend the following settings:
R500, R600 and R700: set to “small” when using a subwoofer
and set the crossover frequency between 40-80Hz. If no
subwoofer is present in the system, set these to “large”.
R100 and R200: set to “small” when using a subwoofer and set
the crossover frequency between 50-80Hz.
R300, R350, R400: set to “small” when using a subwoofer and
set the crossover frequency between 60-80Hz.
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High Frequency Amplifier
Low Frequency Amplifier
Lower
Input
Lower
Input
Upper
Input
Upper
Input
(Figure 2)
Rubber Feet and Adjustable Floor Spikes
Rubber feet and floor spikes are included with your Reserve
floor-standing loudspeakers to anchor and stabilize the speaker
on any type of floor. In order to expose the spike, simply pull
the rubber feet off. The floor spikes can be adjusted from below
and require two hands.
Note: If the speaker is stable on the floor, no adjustment is
necessary. If the speaker is unstable, follow these steps:
1. The speaker will be inclined to settle on three of the
four spikes leaving one spike slightly off the floor.
2. Determine which spike needs to be adjusted.
3. Use the included Allen wrench to turn the spike
clockwise to lower it and counterclockwise to raise it.
4. As the spike contacts the floor, it will become more
difficult to turn. At that point the speaker should
be stabilized.
5. Tighten the lock ring to prevent the spike from
loosening over time.
Caring for Your Reserve Loudspeakers
Enclosure Finish
Your Reserve loudspeakers are finished with a premium vinyl.
To clean the panels, use a soft dry cloth. You may use furniture
polish if needed. Never use harsh detergents or cleaning fluids.
Note: Do not use any petroleum-based cleaners or solvents on
the loudspeaker cabinets.
• Do not use furniture polish on black gloss lacquer.
• Clean black lacquer veneer with a damp cloth.
Dusting the Baffle
Use a can of compressed air for the grille and/or baffle to dust. Use
a “computer keyboard” vacuum (only on the grille, not the baffle).