Monitor Audio Silver series Manuel utilisateur

owners manual

Silver1

Silver 2

Silver 6

Silver 8

Silver10

Silver

Silver centre

W-12

Silver

Silver series

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Contents

Contents 1

Introduction 2

Silver 1 3

Silver 2 3

Silver 6 3

Silver 8 3

Silver 10 3

Silver Centre 3

Silver FX 3

Setting Up 4

AV Positioning 4

Optimum AV Speaker Positioning 4

Silver FX Switch Conﬁguration 5

2 Channel Positioning 7

Setting up the Silver FX 7

Fixing the Silver FX to a wall 8

Plinth Fixing 8

Grilles 8

Spiked Foot 9

For Carpeted Floors 9

For Wooden/ Hard Floors 9

Connecting Speaker Cables 10

Bare Wire Connection 10

Single Wire 10

Banana Plugs 10

Bi-Wire/ Bi-Amp 10

Port bungs 11

Running In 11

Speciﬁcations 12

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Introduction

With the extraordinary success of RX as its blueprint, the latest Silver Series advances the art of

mid-market speaker development with new models and technologies. Features introduced by

the prestigious Platinum and Gold series speakers have been reﬁned, and recent innovations in

driver engineering incorporated across an extended new Silver series. While the Silver 1, 2, 6,

centre and FX retain the form factor of their predecessors, the Silver 8 becomes a full three way

design, and new to the Silver family, the Silver 10 offers an up-scaled ﬂoor-standing format,

featuring twin 8” bass drivers for a deeper more dynamic and consistent response in larger

rooms.

New bass and mid-range drivers

Unlike conventional cones, which incorporate a centre aperture for the voice-coil, the dimpled

RST®(Rigid Surface Technology) C-CAM®cones deployed by the Silver Series take the form

of a continuous uninterrupted radiating dish having inherently greater strength and area. The

voice coil sits beneath and is coupled to a larger motor by an innovative, more efﬁcient drive

assembly.

In addition, the Silver 8 and 10 models feature a newly developed 4” mid-range driver, operating

in its own damped and optimised enclosure to provide accurate mid frequencies. It features

a short voice coil ‘under-hung’ in relation to the magnetic gap to ensure that the coil remains

inside the gap at all times for signiﬁcantly reduced modulation and extremely low distortion.

New tweeter

Distortion from air compression at the back of a tweeter dome has been eliminated by Silver’s

new 25mm C-CAM tweeter design, which vents into a large rear-loading chamber, producing

much lower resonance and better overall damping. The frequency response from the new

tweeter is more accurate at lower frequencies for a smoother more natural handover with

the mid/bass driver. Meanwhile high frequency extension has been improved and break-up

reduced by improvements in cone geometry and drive mechanism.

Other design features

The new Silver Series retains the single bolt-through driver ﬁxings deployed by RX to reduce

cabinet colouration. Each bolt acts as a rigid brace, but also removes the need for conventional

driver ﬁxings as well, effectively decoupling the driver and front bafﬂe to eliminate a further

source of resonance.

NOTE: Should this bolt become loose over time, or has worked loose during transit,

then please use the supplied hex key to tighten the bolt back up. This only needs to

be a quarter turn on after the strain has been taken by the bolt.

Evolving from Platinum, Monitor Audio’s HiVe port technology is incorporated on all but Centre,

FX and W12 subwoofer models. HiVe uses a straight riﬂed design to accelerate air ﬂow and

reduce turbulence for clean powerful bass and superior transient response. Polypropylene ﬁlm

capacitors, air core and laminated steel core inductors have been utilised in the crossovers

to maintain the best possible signal integrity. All models in the new Silver Series offer higher

sensitivity, reduced distortion and higher impedance than their predecessors, ensuring a wider

choice of partnering equipment.

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Silver 1

The compact new Silver 1 features a single 6” C-CAM®bass/mid-range driver featuring dimpled

RST cone technology in a classic two-way monitor conﬁguration. High output and dynamic

delivery make the Silver 1 an ideal choice for small to medium rooms in two-channel stereo or

multi-channel cinema systems.

Silver 2

The Silver 2 features a powerful 8” C-CAM, RST bass/mid driver in a compact two-way stand

mount design. Higher overall efﬁciency and driver size delivers excellent dynamic headroom

with the extended bass normally associated with ﬂoor-standing models. Exceptional resolution

combined with high output and remarkable dynamic delivery mean that the Silver 2 is suitable

for medium to large rooms in two-channel stereo or multi-channel cinema systems.

Silver 6

The Silver 6 incorporates a 6” C-CAM, RST bass driver and 6” C-CAM RST bass/mid driver in a

2.5 way system conﬁguration. The drivers are housed in separate acoustic chambers within the

enclosure design to provide differential tuning for higher efﬁciency and enhanced low frequency

extension. Excellent dynamics combined with a naturally rhythmic sonic character and tight,

controlled bass make the Silver 6 an outstanding communicator of music and ﬁlm audio.

Silver 8

The Silver 8 has a new three-way design featuring Silver’s 4” C-CAM, RST mid-range driver

ﬂanked by long-throw C-CAM, RST 6” bass drivers. Introduced for Silver, this specialised

conﬁguration is optimised for greater accuracy over a critical frequency band to deliver

superb mid-range focus and precision as well as extended bass. A taller, shallower cabinet

and improved damping allows for greater room position ﬂexibility, while higher sensitivity and

impedance make the Silver 8 easier to drive for room-ﬁlling dynamics, even in larger spaces.

Silver 10

Silver 10 is a completely new model introduction, comprising a three-way conﬁguration in a

large ﬂoor-standing tower system. For Silver 10 the 4” C-CAM, RST mid-range driver is ﬂanked

by 8” C-CAM, RST long-throw bass drivers. The acoustic design is similar to the Silver 8 but

the enhanced driver size means that the 10 is equipped to energise the largest of rooms with

naturally explicit wideband audio from music and ﬁlm sources.

Silver Centre

The compact Silver Centre features twin 6” C-CAM, RST bass/mid-range drivers in a familiar

Mid - Tweeter - Mid array. The Silver Centre has been tuned to match the tonal character of its

Silver range mates for a seamless front sound stage in multi-channel applications.

Silver FX

The discreetly proﬁled angled bafﬂe design of the new Silver FX surround speaker incorporates a

single front-mounted 6” C-CAM, RST bass/mid driver and twin side-mounted C-CAM tweeters.

It can be ﬂush-mounted on side or rear walls and its dispersion characteristics changed at the

ﬂick of a switch for di-pole or bi-pole operation.

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Setting Up

AV Positioning

The illustrations on the following pages show optimal positioning and some suggested room

layouts for AV applications. For advice on conﬁguring a 2 channel system, refer to page 7.

The front, and in some cases rear, ﬂoor standing and stand mount speakers should be

positioned approx 6 - 9 feet apart (1.8m - 2.5m) and start with them about 10 inches

(25cm) from the wall.

If, when playing music, the sound is too bass heavy or there is bass boom from the room,

then move them slightly further away from the rear/ side walls. If this is not possible, then

try the supplied port bungs (not included in the Silver FX or Centre). Refer to Page 11.

The Centre should be positioned so that it is pointing at you in your viewing position, and

at approximate ear height. If it is below or above ear height, use some rubber feet (small

feet supplied) to angle it slightly.

The FX’s should be positioned in accordance with the below illustrations and approx 2

feet (60cm) above ear height when in your listening position. Refer to page 7 for further

information.

Optimum AV Speaker Positioning

22°

0°

30°

90°

110°

135°

150°

Centre

Left Right

Surround

Right

Surround

Left

Rear

Surround Left

Rear

Surround Right

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Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

LEFT

Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

RIGHT

Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

LEFT

Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

RIGHT

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Silver FX Switch Conﬁguration

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Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

RIGHT

Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

LEFT

Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

RIGHT

Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

RIGHT

Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

LEFT

Di-Pole

Bi-Pole

LEFT

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2 Channel Positioning

For use in a 2 channel system, the listening position and the loudspeakers should

form an equilateral triangle. The speakers should be positioned approximately 6 - 10

feet (1.8 - 3m) apart. They ideally need to be between 8 - 18 inches (20 - 45cm) away

from the rear and 3 feet (1m) from the side walls.

Experimentation is strongly advised when initially setting up your speakers, as

environments and personal preference differ with each installation. If there is not

enough bass, for example, then try moving your speakers closer to a wall. The

opposite, if there is too much bass. Also see the information on page 11 referring to

Port Bungs. If you are losing stereo imaging, try ‘toeing’ them in slightly. The sound

should appear to originate from the centre point between the speakers, not the actual

speakers themselves.

Setting up the Silver FX

NOTE: When using 2 pairs of Silver FX’s in a 7.1 system, you need to use the

Right speaker for the rear surround left and the Left speaker for the rear surround

right. This is because of the tweeter phasing.

The Silver FX’s are paired, but speciﬁcally, right hand and left hand units. Of which

both can be conﬁgured to bi-pole (normal operation) or di-pole modes. The factory

setting is bi-pole.

In bi-pole mode, all speaker units (mid/bass unit and tweeters) are in phase. This

feature is designed for when the FX is set up as a rear/surround speaker in a typical

5.1 channel system, or alternatively in a 7.1 channel system without a second pair of

FX’s for rear/ surround duties.

In di-pole mode, the rear ﬁring tweeters are out of phase with the other tweeter and

mid/bass unit. It is best to implement this conﬁguration when using the two pairs FX’s

as part of a 7.1 channel system, with the FX’s taking up positions on the side and rear

walls. Please note that the FX’s are left and right handed. This is not an issue when

used in bi-pole mode. It is essential that they are positioned correctly if used in a 7.1

channel system. Please refer to the positioning section on page 4.

NOTE: Before changing your FX’s from bi-pole mode to di-pole mode,

please ensure that the speaker wires are disconnected from your

loudspeakers. This helps to protect your ampliﬁer.

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Fixing the Silver FX to a wall

CAUTION: You will need to determine where the Silver FX’s will be ﬁxed and

the structure of the wall. For safety reasons, if you are unsure of your ability to

provide a secure and safe ﬁxing, do not attempt to ﬁx these speakers to your

wall, please obtain the services of a competent and qualiﬁed trades person.

CAUTION: Ensure that there are no water pipes or electricity cables running

behind where the wall brackets are going to be secured. Work from secure

steps and avoid trailing wires.

We do not supply wall ﬁxing screws and plugs with the FX’s. Please use suitable

ﬁxings for the type of wall construction the FX’s will be ﬁxed to.

To ﬁx your FX’s to the wall, we would recommend using the wall ﬁxing template

enclosed within the packaging carton

Plinth Fixing

Floor standing models only

The Silver 6, 8 & 10’s are supplied with plinths to improve stability and acoustic

response. The plinths are secured in place by using the supplied M10 bolts. They

are not essential should space be at a premium. If you choose not to use the plinths,

ﬁt the spiked feet direct to the cabinet.

Before you ﬁt the plinth ensure the ﬂoor area is clear of any hard/sharp objects. To

ﬁt the plinth turn the cabinet over so that the bottom is facing upwards. Place the

plinth onto the cabinet ensuring it is orientated correctly, lining up the bolt holes in

the plinth with the inserts in the cabinet. Using the bolts, secure the plinth to the

cabinet. Tighten them up gradually at ﬁrst and ensure the plinth is ﬁtted securely

to the cabinet. Fit the feet to the plinth before turning the loudspeaker back over.

(Please read the instructions opposite). The spikes are used to improve sound quality

and bass performance

Grilles

All of the Silver Series speakers come with grilles covered in acoustically transparent cloth. The

grilles are held invisibly in place by magnets in both the grille and the cabinet (except the FX).

To ﬁt them, ﬁrstly ensure they are the correct way up (badge at the bottom) and offer

them up to the cabinet. The magnets should then pull it into position.

The FX comes with the grilles factory ﬁtted. If you wish to remove them, carefully prize

them away from the cabinet with the tips of your ﬁngers. There are three separate

grilles ﬁtted to each cabinet.

CAUTION: Always remove grilles before lifting or moving the speakers.

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