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Important Safety Instructions

Please keep this instruction manual for future reference and for the
duration of owning the 

ASM-10/ASC-10

 powered loudspeaker. Please 

carefully read and understand the instructions inside this owner’s manual 

before attempting to operate your new powered loudspeaker. 

 This instruction manual includes essential safety information regarding

the use and maintenance of the amplifier. Take special care to heed all 

warning symbols and signs inside this manual and those printed on the 

amplifier on the back of the loudspeaker.

WARNING

TO  PREVENT  FIRE  OR  SHOCK  HAZARD,  DO  NOT  EXPOSE  THE 

AMPLIFIER TO WATER/MOISTURE, NOR SHOULD YOU OPERATE THE

AMPLIFIER NEAR ANY WATER SOURCE.

The exclamation point triangular symbol is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and maintenance(servicing) instructions 

in the user manual accompanying the Amplifier.

The lightning flash with an arrow triangular symbol is intended to alert

the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the

product’s enclosure, and may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a

risk of electric shock

WARNING

Handle the power supply cord with care.

Do not damage or deform it as it may cause electric shock or malfunction

when used. Hold the plug attachment when removing from wall outlet. Do

not pull on the power cord.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

1.  

 

READ INSTRUCTIONS – All the safety and operating instructions 

should be read before this product is operated.

2.  

 

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and operating instructions 

should be retained for future reference.

3.  

 

HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the amplifier and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to. 

4.  

 

FOLLOW NSTRUCTIONS  – All operating and use instructions should

be followed. 

5.  

 

DO NOT turn on the 

ASM-10/ASC-10

 amplifier module before 

connecting all other external devices. 

6.  

 

WATER AND MOISTURE – Moisture can damage the 

ASM-10/ASC-10

 

amplifier module and can cause corrosion of electrical contacts. The 

speaker system should not be used near water - for example, a 

bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or near a

swimming pool, and the like. 

 

7.  

 

 

 

8.  

 

 

HEAT – The amplifier on the back of the 

ASM-10/ASC-10

 loudspeaker 

should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat 

registers, stoves, or other sources (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 

 

POWER SOURCES – This product should be operated only from the 

type of power source indicated on the rating label. If you are not

sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product

dealer or local power company. 

9.  

 

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION – Do not defeat the safety 

purpose of the polarization or grounding-type plug. The wide blade

or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug 

does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the 

obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding

prong. 

10.  

 

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 the

cord in correspondence of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

point where they exit from the amplifier.   

11.   

 

CLEANING – The speaker and amplifier should be cleaned only

as recommended by the manufacturer. Clean by wiping with a dry

cloth. Avoid getting water inside the speaker or amplifier.

12.  

 

NON-USE PERIODS – The power cord of the amplifier should be

unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of

time.  

13.  

 

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Care should be taken so that objects

do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through

openings.

 

14.  

 

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – The amplifier should be serviced

by qualified service 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

amplifier; or

 

C.  

 

The amplifier has been exposed to rain; or

 

D.  

 

The amplifier does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or

 

E.  

 

The amplifier has been dropped, or the enclosure

damaged.

15.  

 

Keep the speaker system out of extended or intense direct sun light. 

16.  

 

No containers filled with any type of liquid should be placed on or

near the speaker system. 

17.  

 

SERVICING – The user should not attempt any service to the speaker

and/or amplifier beyond that described in the operating instructions.

All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 

18.  

 

VENTILATION – Slots and openings in the amplifier are provided

for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and

to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked

or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the

product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product

should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase

or rack.      

19.  

 

ATTACHMENTS – do not use attachments not recommended by the

product manufacturer, as they may cause hazards. 

Summary of Contents for ASC-10

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2 WAY 500 WATT POWERED MONITOR BI AMP DESIGN INTEGRATED SIGNAL PROCEESSING CELESTION LOUDSPEAKER COMPRESSION DRIVE ASM 10 ASC 10 ...

Page 2: ...ible system configurations The Friedman ASM 10 ASC 10 was designed using advanced acoustic and audio techniques with premium components comprehensive protection circuitry and robust construction to provide years of consistent reliable performance Key features include Bi Amp power modules with high efficiency Class G low frequency amplification with high current output stage and custom signal proce...

Page 3: ...ld be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company 9 GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarization or grounding type plug The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit your out...

Page 4: ...anel of the amplifier Note the proper rating fuse is determined by the AC line voltage in the country this speaker system is being operated COMPLETELY DISCONNECT POWER CORD FROM AMPLIFIER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REPLACE FUSE 25 The Friedman ASM 10 ASC 10 powered loudspeaker is not designed for temporary or permanent suspension Any attempt to suspend an ASM 10 ASC 10 loudspeaker cabinet could result i...

Page 5: ...WARNING AVERTISEEMENT WARNING AVERTISEEMENT WARNING AVERTISEEMENT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 8 9 ASM 10 ASC 10 Rear Controls ...

Page 6: ... Always observe the red LIMIT LED on the amplifier panel This LED lights when a signal is clipping and the compressor limiter is activated The ASM 10 ASC 10 amplifier employs a sophisticated limiter circuitry which monitors signal condition at both LF and HF amplifiers and compresses the output signal when necessary to protect woofer and compression driver from damages Limiter circuitry works very...

Page 7: ...erating level Adjust the Level controls on the ASM 10 ASC 10 Make certain loudspeakers are Powered OFF and Levels turned down Connect the Source s Main Left Output to the Input of the Left Main Speaker Set the Low Cut switch to ON if you want less bass response and greater tonal clarity Source modeling preamp or mixer Stereo ASM 10 Speakers Note set up is the same for ASC 10 Speakers Set up Diagra...

Page 8: ...requency Range 50Hz 20kHz Frequency Response 58Hz 18kHz High Frequency Dispersion 75 conical Maximum peak SPL 129dB Power Output LF 270Wrms Class G HF 80Wrms Class AB B Maximum total burst power 500W Input Impedance 20k Ohm Balanced 10k Ohm Unbalanced Elctronic Crossover 4th order Low Cut Filer switchable 3rd order Butterworth 100Hz Controls Level knob Low cut filter switch Ground lift switch Powe...

Page 9: ...nnectors Balanced 1 4 input Balanced male XLR link input Input Sensitivity 775mV 0dBu Enclosure Black Warnex painted birch plywood Hardware Leather strap Rubber feet Rubber strips Grille Black and gold grille clothe Dimensions ASM 10 20 5 H x 15 25 W x 13 25 D ASC 10 10 H x 20 75 W x 16 D ASM 10 520 7mm x 387 35mm x 76 2mm ASC 10 254mm x 527 05mm x 406 4mm Weight ASM 10 40 9 lbs 18 5 kg ASC 10 34 ...

Page 10: ...s The sole and exclusive remedy of the foregoing limited warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any defective or non conforming component All warranties including but not limited to the express warranty and the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the two 2 years warranty period Some states do not allow limitations on how long...

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