Athena Technologies AS-P6000 - Manual (Page 2)

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AS-P4000
AS-P6000
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS -
READ CAREFULLY !
Caution: To prevent the risk of electrical shock, match wide blades of plug to wide slot, fully
insert. Caution: The unit is still connected to the mains even if switched off.
Read Instructions: All safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
Retain instructions: Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product & operation instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Cleaning: Unplug the product from the wall before cleaning. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners, just a damp cloth.
Attachments: Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.
Water and moisture: Do not use this product near water. Do not expose this apparatus to
dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids are placed on the apparatus.
Ventilation: Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation and protect it from overheating so they must not be blocked or covered by placing
the product on a bed, sofa or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
Power Sources: This product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home,
call your local power company.
Grounding or Polarization: This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug. This plug will fit the power outlet in only one way as a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug, try reversing it. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
Power Cord Protection: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product.
Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords, as this can result in a risk of
electrical shock.
Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that can result in a fire or
electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as openings or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
Heat: This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Non-Use Periods: The power cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet when
left unused for a long period of time.
Damage Requiring Service: The product should be serviced by qualified personnel when:
A.
The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or
C. The product has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
E. Product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
F. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Please take the time to read all of the instructions contained in this manual to make
certain your system is properly installed and functioning correctly. Please retain the
carton and packing materials for this athena TECHNOLOGIES
® product to protect it in the
event it ever has to be shipped to a service center for repairs. Product received damaged
by a service center that has been shipped by an end user in anything other than the
original packaging will be repaired, refurbished, and properly packaged for return
shipment at the end user’s expense.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol. Within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the products
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of athena TECHNOLOGIES ® speakers! Proprietary
technology and high quality manufacturing will allow you to enjoy the most natural and
accurate music reproduction for many years. The advice offered in this manual is aimed
at helping you maximize and maintain peak performance, and therefore, your listening
satisfaction. Please take the time to read all of the instructions contained in this manual
to make certain your system is properly installed and functioning correctly.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
We strongly advise that you resist the temptation to play your athena TECHNOLOGIES ®
speakers to their full capabilities or experiment with critical placement and listening until
they have been properly broken in. This process should last approximately 50 to 100
hours of music playback. This can be easily be done by putting your compact disc player
on Repeat mode, while playing a CD with a wide dynamic range at normal listening
levels.
COMPANY BACKGROUND
athena TECHNOLOGIES ® is the newest division of Audio Products International Corp.,
known throughout the industry as “API”. A Canadian company founded in 1975, The API
factory is a modern 165,000 square foot research, development and manufacturing
facility located in Toronto, Canada. API is one of the largest speaker manufacturers in the
world, distributing products to over 60 countries worldwide. A talented research and
development team utilizes advanced computer-based design and sophisticated
measurement techniques in its ongoing quest for new and better acoustic technologies.
This research is based upon the years of pioneering psycho-acoustic research developed
in conjunction with the Canadian “National Research Council” (NRC), to create speakers
that achieve high performance in typical home listening environments. Extensive research
into every aspect of the speaker is analyzed and evaluated before the design stage
begins, a concept that we refer to as a holistic design approach. This method guarantees
that the finest components and materials are made and tested with sophisticated
manufacturing and quality control techniques to ensure exceptional performance that is
superior to speakers costing several times their price.
CABINET CARE
Great care and craftsmanship have gone into the construction and finish of the cabinet.
Periodically use a soft, dry or damp cloth to remove dust or fingerprints. Do not use paper
towel or other abrasive materials as it may damage the finish. Be cautious when using
liquid cleaners, please ensure the cleaner will not harm the finish. Do not spray any
liquid directly onto the surface of the subwoofer.
SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT
The usual placement for a subwoofer is near the front speakers in your system. The
closer the proximity to the front speakers, the best balance and phase relationship is
usually obtained. Be careful when placing the subwoofer too close to corners or walls as
this increases the “boominess” of the subwoofers sound. This may or may not be to your
liking. The position of the sub must be cosmetically acceptable, but keep in mind it plays
a large role in the overall sound of the system. If possible, try to locate the subwoofer as
close as possible to the front speakers.
If after set up you are unhappy with the overall sound, try experimenting with the
position of the sub. It’s surprising, but moving the unit a few inches one way or another
can make dramatic changes to the sound of the bass response.
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol. Within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the products enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
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