Instruction manual

SMS1 Instruction Manual Rev C Page 3
Contents
Overview 2
Safety Information 4
Provide a Stable Mounting Surface 4
Secure all Cords 4
Risk of Hearing Damage 4
Magnetic Interference 4
Quick Start Guide 5
Speaker Placement 5
Amplifier Selection 6
Amplifier Connections 6
BI-AMP Switch 7
Break-In Period 7
Proper Care 7
Grill Removal and Insertion 7
Bi-Amp and Bi-Wire Operation 8
Bi-Amp Operation 8
Bi-Amp Operation May Reduce Power Amplifier IMD 8
Using Bi-Amp Mode to Add Correction Processors 8
Bi-Wire Operation 8
Technology 9
Crossover 9
SpeakON NL2 and NL4 Cables and Connectors 10
Woofer 10
Tweeter 10
Acoustic Suspension 11
Speaker Grills 11
Specifications 12
Drivers 12
Passive Crossover 12
BI-AMP Mode 12
Input Connectors 12
Dimensions 12
Weight 12
Performance 13
Frequency Response Plots 13
Regulatory Compliance 14
RoHS Compliance Statement 14
Warranty Information 15
Benchmark 1-Year Warranty 15
Benchmark Extended Warranty Options 16
Notes on Warranty Repairs 16