S6A Mk2 Operation manual S6A Mk2 English
Introduction Dear customer, Congratulations on choosing an ADAM Audio S6A Mk2 main monitor! ADAM loudspeakers are built for maximum quality reproduction and audio perfection. With the S6A Mk2 you have selected one of the most ambitious speaker systems available. This main monitor meets highest expectations in sound quality and craftmansship. This manual is intended to provide you with information about your new ADAM. It contains important information regarding safety, setting up, handling, and warranty.
1. Quick Start.....................................4 Important Information. ...................4 Quick Start S6A Mk2......................4 2. Speaker Placement.........................5 General Recommendations.............5 Stereo Setup. .................................5 Surround Setup...............................5 3. 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 Controls/Speaker Adjustement......6-7 The front (control) panel.................6 Input gain. ......................................6 X-Curve Filter......
1. Quick Start 1.1 Important information for set up Acclimation: After having unpacked your loudspeaker, please allow the system to acclimate to the temperature of the room. Please do not connect the speaker for approximately an hour. HQ Cabling: We recommend using high quality cables to guarantee optimal performance. Solid stand: It is important to ensure the speakers stand firmly on a solid ground (if they are not wall-mounted)! Package: We recommend not to damage the package and to retain it.
2. Speaker Placement 2.1 General recommendations/advises Direct sound ways: There should be no obstacles in the way from the monitor to your ears. You should be able to see the speakers completely. Alignement: The loudspeakers should be aligned with the listener’s position. Nearby objects: Please note that vibrating parts of nearby objects can mask the sound. Tweeter at the height of ears: The tweeters should be positioned approximately at the height of your ears.
3. Controls/Speaker Adjustment 3.1 The front (control) panel On the front you will find a control panel that allows detailed fine-tuning of your monitors 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. Figure 3: Control panel Please note that using the controls may have a great impact on the overall sound characteristics of your loudspeakers.
3. Controls/Speaker Adjustment 3.4 Driver gains Whereas the ‘Input Gain’ raises or lowers the overall input sensitivity up to +/-10 dB, the ‘Driver Gains’ work only within the corresponding frequency range, raising or lowering from +/-2 to +/-6 dB. 3.5 High / low shelving The other two controls operate in a different manner. The ‘High Shelve’ is a shelving filter that progressively raises or lowers above 6 kHz up to 6 dB.
4. Troubleshooting All ADAM products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. However, if any problems with your speaker occur, we recommend to proceed as follows: 4.1 Problem: The LED shows normal operation (green) but there is either no or only a distorted audio signal. If both (all) speakers are affected, the reason can probably be found within the signal path. If only one speaker is affected, the problem will probably be within this speaker.
5. Maintenance Please switch the loudspeaker off before cleaning! Please note that the diaphragms build up a magnetic field. Do not play with magnetic items at close range to the diaphragms. Please make sure that no liquids get inside the cabinet. Do not spray any fluids on the speaker. Do not use a wet cloth for cleaning. Do not use flammable or acidly chemicals for cleaning. Do not touch the membranes of the loudspeakers. We recommend using a lint-free, damp cloth for cleaning.
8. EU Declaration of Conformity We, ADAM Audio GmbH whose registered office is situated at Lobeckstr.
9. Warranty ADAM Audio GmbH provides a two year limited warranty for this product. If anything goes wrong with this product due to manufacturing defects, ADAM Audio and its national distributors will provide repair free of charge (exclusions may apply) and replacement parts. 9.1 Terms and Conditions This guarantee complements any national/regional law obligations of dealers or national distributors and does not affect your statutory rights as a customer.
10. Safety Instructions Please read the following safety instructions before setting up your system. Keep the instructions for subsequent reference. Please heed the warnings and follow the instructions. Do not open the loudspeaker. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. In case of a problem, please contact either your ADAM dealer or us. We are happy to help. Always refer servicing to qualified personnel and never attempt to repair this product yourself.
11. Technical Data ADAM S6A Mk2 - active 4-ways bass reflex loudspeaker Woofer/Subwoofer 2/2 Basket ø 7“/12“ HexaCone® Voice coil ø 1.5“/2.5“ ART Tweeter 1 Diaphragm area 71 cm2 Equivalent diaphragm ø 9,5 cm Speed transformation ratio 4:1 Diaphragm weight 0,17 g ART Midrange 2 Diaphragm area 213 cm2 Equivalent diaphragm ø 16,5 cm Speed transformation ratio 3.
ADAM Audio GmbH Ederstr. 16 | 12059 Berlin-Germany phone: +49 30-863 00 97-0 fax: +49 30-863 00 97-7 email: info@adam-audio.com ADAM Audio USA 31312 Via Colinas Unit 108 | Westlake Village | CA, 91362 phone: +1 818-991 3800 fax: +1-818-991 3808 email: usa@adam-audio.com S6A Mk2 Manual Version 09.2008 English www.adam-audio.
