Adam S1X Manuel utilisateur
S1X /S2X
S3X-H /S3X-V
S4X-H /S4X-V
S5X-H /S5X-V
SX Series
Operation Manual / Bedienungsanleitung
English / Deutsch
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Please read the following safety instructions before setting up your system.
Keep the instructions for further reference. Please heed the warnings and
follow the instructions.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open the loudspeaker.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.
This product, as well as all attached extension cords, must be terminated with an
earth ground three-conductor AC mains power cord like the one supplied with the
product. To prevent shock hazard, all three components must always be used.
Never replace any fuse with a value or type other than those specified. Never
bypass any fuse.
Check if the specified voltage matches the voltage of the power supply you use.
If this is not the case do not connect the loudspeakers to a power source! Please
contact your local dealer or national distributor.
Always switch off your entire system before connecting or disconnecting any
cables, or when cleaning any components.
To completely disconnect from AC mains, disconnect the power supply from
the AC receptacle. The monitor should be installed near the socket outlet and
disconnection of the device should be easily accessible.
Protect the cord from being walked on or pinched.
Always unplug sensitive electronic equipment during lightning storms.
Always keep electrical equipment out of the reach of children.
Caution
Risk of electrical shock
Do not open
Risque de shock electrique
Ne pas ouvrier
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE BACK COVER OR ANY OTHER PART.
NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Safety Instructions
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Do not expose this product to rain or moisture, never wet the inside with any
liquid and never pour or spill liquids directly onto this unit. Please do not put any
objects filled with liquids (e.g. vases, etc.) onto the speaker.
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand or tripod, bracket or table. The
unit may fall, causing serious injury and/or serious damage. When cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination.
Always use fully checked cables. Defective cables can harm your speakers. They
are a common source for any kind of noise, hum, crackling etc.
Never use flammable or combustible chemicals for cleaning audio components.
Avoid touching the speaker membranes and do not block the woofer’s ventilation
ports.
Never expose this product to extremely high or low temperatures. Never operate
this product in an explosive atmosphere.
High SPL’s may damage your hearing! Please do not get close to the loudspeakers
when using them at high volumes.
Please note that the diaphragms build up a magnetic field. Please keep
magnetically sensitive items at least 0.5 m away from the speaker.
Assure free airflow behind the speakers to maintain sufficient cooling by keeping
a distance of at least 10 cm (4”) to the wall.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the
speaker.
Never use the device in a humid environment.
Safety Instructions
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Table of contents
Safety Instructions .............................................2-3
1. Introduction .......................................................5
2. Quick Start ........................................................6
2.1 Important Information .......................................6
2.2 Connecting the speakers ...................................6
3. Speaker Placement ............................................7-8
3.1 General recommendations ................................7
3.2 Tweeter at height of ears ...................................7
3.3 The stereo triangle .............................................8
3.4 Surround placement ..........................................8
4. Speaker Adjustment ..........................................9-10
4.1 The Front Control Panel .....................................9
4.2 Standby Switch and LEDs ..................................9
4.3 Input Controls ....................................................10
4.4 Bass Controls ....................................................10
4.5 Tweeter Controls................................................10
5. Troubleshooting .................................................11
5.1 No or distorted signal ........................................11
5.2 Parasitic noises .................................................11
6. Maintenance ......................................................12
7. Shipping / Packaging ........................................12
8. Environmental Information ................................12
9. EU Declaration of Conformity ............................13
10. Limited Warranty ...............................................14
10.1 Terms and Conditions ........................................14
10.2 How to claim ......................................................14
11 . Technical Data ...................................................15-16
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SX Manual / English
1. Introduction
Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing an ADAM Audio monitor of the SX Series.
ADAM loudspeakers are built for maximum quality reproduction and audio perfection.
Our near-/midfield and main monitors of the SX series are precise, high-resolution
speaker systems which meet highest expectations in sound quality and craftsmanship.
This manual is intended to provide you with information about your new ADAMs. It
contains important information regarding safety, setting up, handling, and
warranty. We request that you read these sections carefully to ensure easy set up and
prevent potential problems.
If you have any questions about this or any of our products, please don’t hesitate to
contact us – we will be happy to assist you.
For detailed information concerning ADAM’s technologies and products, complete
reviews, and a list of worldwide ADAM users and studios, please visit our website:
www.adam-audio.com
You are invited to share your experience with our products by joining us on Facebook
and also, if you don’t want to miss out on the latest info on ADAM Professional Audio,
come and follow us on Twitter!
We hope very much that you really enjoy your new loudspeakers, and wish you many
delightful hours with them.
The ADAM Audio Team
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2.1 Important Information for set up
After having unpacked your loudspeaker, please allow the system to acclimate to
the temperature of the room for approximately an hour.
We recommend using high quality cables to guarantee optimal performance.
It is important to ensure the speakers sit firmly on a solid surface!
We recommend that you retain the original packaging, as it is the best way to
guarantee safe transportation should the need to do so arise.
Please note that the loudspeakers will take some break-in time to achieve
optimum sonic performance.
2.2 Connecting the speakers
a) Before connecting the loudspeakers to your audio components and the power
source make sure that both the loudspeakers and your audio source are switched
off and set the level controls fully counterclockwise.
b) Connect the loudspeakers with your audio source by using XLR cables. The male
plug goes into the loudspeaker, the female plug into your audio component.
c) Check if the specified voltage matches the voltage of the power supply you use.
If this is not the case do not connect the loudspeakers to a power source! Please
contact your local dealer or national distributor.
If the voltages match, use the included power cables to connect the loudspeaker
to the AC sockets.
d) Switch on the main on/off switches on the back panel of the loudspeakers.
e) Make sure that the line out level (volume) of your stereo is either at a low level or
all the way off. Then, switch on your audio system.
f) Turn on your source of music and adjust the volume carefully.
2. Quick Start
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3.1 General recommendations
Please make sure that there are no obstacles in the way from the monitor to your
ears. You should be able to see the speakers completely.
The distance to the surrounding walls should be at least 40 cm (16“) to avoid
early reflections, which will degrade the sound.
The loudspeakers should be aligned with the listener’s position.
Please note that vibrating parts of nearby objects can mask the sound.
Mechanical adjustments: If you plan to modify the speaker cabinet (e.g. drilling
holes), please contact us before doing so. Usually, we will handle your warranty
obliging.
3.2 Tweeter at the height of ears
The Tweeter should be positioned approximately at the height of your ears. If the
speaker does not point right in your direction, you might lose sound
information.
In case you need to position the speaker in a significant lower or higher position,
the monitor should be angled accordingly.
3. Speaker Placement
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3.3 The Stereo Triangle
If the loudspeaker is going to be used for stereo ap-
plications, the optimum listening position should be
at the top of an imaginary equilateral triangle with the
two loudspeakers placed at the other two points of this
triangle. The loudspeakers should be aligned with the
listener’s position.
3.4 Surround Placement
Speaker positioning for multi-channel stereo purposes is ideally based on a circle
with speakers placed at 0° (Center), 30° (Front Right), 110° (Rear Right), 250°
(Rear Left), 330° (Front Left), with the listener being the circle’s center (Radius
between 0.7-2.0 m). This ITU recommended configuration may vary depending
on the purpose of the control room (music or film). However, it is recommended
to create a symmetrical listening position with the front side and surround
speaker pointing to the listener’s ear. The distance to the surrounding walls
should be at least 40 cm (16“) to avoid early reflections, which can degrade the
sound.
3. Speaker Placement
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4.1 The front control panel
On the front you will find a highly sophisticated control panel
that allows for detailed fine-tuning of your loudspeakers to your
particular room acoustics and personal listening preferences.
The following tips are intended to assist you at using the
controls in the best manner.
For S1X users:
A trimmed control panel is located on the rear side of the S1X model. In addition to that, you will find
an LED on the bottom of the tweeter at the front. It indicates Power On and, in case of an overload, the
function of the protective circuit. When the speaker is switched on, the LED will flash red a few times.
This does not indicate an overload!
Please note that using the controls may have a great impact on the overall sound
characteristics of your loudspeakers. We recommend using the controls with
utmost care and only after several audio tests with familiar recordings.
4.2 Standby Switch and LEDs
The main power switch can be found on the rear of the
loudspeaker. On the front, there is a switch for Power On/
Standby. In Standby mode, the switch glows orange, in power
on mode it glows green.
To the right of the standby switch you can find
two LEDs:
• In case of an overload, the OL LED will flash red.
The protective circuit will save your speaker
from damage.
• All SX-monitors (except S1X) can be retrofitted with a 24 bit/192 kHz D/A
Converter. The D/A LED glows blue when a converter is inserted in the input on
the rear side of the speaker.
4. Speaker Adjustment
S5X
Control panel of the S5X-H Control panel of
the S3X-V
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4.3 Input Controls
There are two different controls to regulate the overall input
sensitivity:
• One control allows for coarse settings from -20dB to +8dB. The
control works in 4dB steps.
• The other control is intended for fine tuning in 0.5dB steps,
ranging from -1.5dB to 2dB.
4.4 Bass Controls
There are two different controls to regulate the lower
frequencies:
• The EQ 80 Hz control is an equalizer to boost bass response.
• The <150 Hz control is a shelf filter that allows to progressively
raise or lower the frequencies below 150 Hz (see Fig.).
4.5 Tweeter Controls
There are two different controls to regulate the high frequency
range above 6 kHz:
• The Gain control alters the input sensitivity within ±2dB (0.5dB
steps).
• The >6 kHz control is a shelf filter that allows to progressively
raise or lower the frequencies above 6 kHz (see Fig.).
4. Speaker Adjustment
Room EQ <150 Hz for low
frequencies below 150 Hz
Room EQ >6 kHz for high
frequencies above 6 kHz
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