The Power Of Clarity Owner’s Manual and Setup Procedures Z-Series....................................
Introduction Congratulations and thank you for selecting Z-Series loudspeakers from BG Corp. We have assembled your loudspeakers with the greatest care using the finest materials available. This craftsmanship, combined with our patented planar ribbon technology, delivers sound unmatched by conventional loudspeakers. The Z-Series, BG’s most affordable line of freestanding loudspeakers, is ideal for either stereo or home theater applications.
Important Owner Information Read and Follow Instructions – Please read this entire manual before unpacking and setting up your BG Z-Series loudspeakers. For maximum performance and years of trouble-free enjoyment, all operating and use instructions should be followed. Retain – DO NOT discard any factory packing material. The packing and shipping materials may be required in the unlikely event your loudspeakers need to be moved or shipped to our service center at BG.
General Information Unpacking Your BG Loudspeakers 1. Place the shipping box on its side. Open the end of the box that is opposite to the end that says, “open other side”. 2. Remove the metal spikes (used with floorstanding models) or the rubber feet that are taped to one of the cardboard flaps or tucked into the packing materials. 3. Place the box vertically on the floor with the top flaps opened out so that the loudspeaker stands upside down on the top foam cap. 4.
Optimum Setup Setting Up Your BG Loudspeakers for Optimum Sound Home Theater and Stereo Applications Refer to the diagram on page 7 that depicts a recommended layout for BG loudspeakers. This diagram is an overhead view of a typical listening room with the video screen located at the top of the diagram (the front of the room). Keep in mind that the room is a part of the sound reproduction system and has a significant effect on sound you experience.
Optimum Setup Setting Up Your BG Loudspeakers for Optimum Sound Multi-Channel Audio for Music and Home Theater If you plan to use your BG loudspeakers for home theater or multi-channel audio, here are some additional recommendations. 1. The center channel loudspeaker should be positioned on top of your television or a shelf directly above or below it. NOTE: All Z-Series loudspeakers are magnetically shielded. 2.
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Optimum Setup While rooms vary in size and acoustics, almost any room can be set up to produce excellent sound with BG loudspeakers. Using a tape measure, you can easily set up your system properly. The distances you will need to measure are as follows: Dimension Description Minimum A Distance to screen/center channel 7 feet / 2.25 meters B Distance to main loudspeakers 7 feet / 2.25 meters C Distance between 7 feet / 2.
Subwoofer Setup Setting Up Your BG Z-Sub for Optimum Sound The Z-Sub Active Subwoofer by BG Corp is the perfect complement to the entire Z-Series line of loudspeakers. The Z-Sub is a compact yet powerful, active subwoofer designed to partner perfectly with our loudspeakers for use in stereo, high performance home theater or multi-channel audio. Or you may choose to use our Z-Sub with any high quality loudspeaker system.
Subwoofer Setup Adjustments 4. On/off power switch. Once the Z-Sub is positioned in the room and the proper cables are installed the On/Off switch should be engaged in the on position for initial power up. The LED turning red indicates the unit is powered on. 5. Auto/On switch. In AUTO position, the amplifier is in stand-by mode and turns on automatically when the signal arrives from the amplifier or receiver. It turns off after about 10 minutes when a signal is not present.
Warranty Information WARRANTY: All BG loudspeaker systems are warranted to the original purchaser for five years against defects in materials and manufacture when used in properly designed systems (two years for the Z-Sub and Radia 210i subwoofers). Please record your speaker’s information below for future reference.
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