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General Information

 

Please read these instructions thoroughly before attempting to connect and operate the S2.

Check Speaker and Parts

Unpack and carefully check each loudspeaker.  If you suspect damage from transit, report the 
problem immediately to your dealer and/or delivery service.  If possible, save the shipping 
cartons for future use.  

General Care of Your Loudspeaker

Whenever changing speaker wires, interconnect wires, or power cords, always turn off all 
equipment.  To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the amplifier to rain or excessive 
moisture.  To avoid electric shock, do not open the amplifier.  There are no user serviceable 
parts inside.

Your speakers and amplifier come in a high quality finish that is both attractive and durable.  
To clean, use a soft, damp cloth.  If your drivers become dusty, dust them with a paintbrush 
or a brush vacuum attachment.  Do not use a strong or abrasive cleaner.

The grille is covered in acoustic cloth.  To keep your grille clear of debris, we recommend 
you use a lint roller (like you would use on clothes).

Bass and Loudness Contour Controls

Do not use bass or loudness contour controls.  Induction Dynamics’ subwoofers produce 
very low frequencies without these controls.  Use of these controls will make the bass sound 
“boomy”, obscure higher frequencies, and possibly cause damage.

S2 Location

S2 speakers are normally freestanding, but may also be used as bookshelf speakers.  The 
height of the S2s should be determined by locating the tweeter at ear level.  The tweeter 
reproduces high-frequency audio, which our ears perceive as most directional, so we are 
most attuned to their level and placement.  Consider whether people will be sitting or 
standing in the listening area when placing the S2s.

A pair of S2s should be placed a few feet from the front wall of the listening area, six feet 
or more apart.  Experiment with the distance between the two speakers to achieve an 
evenly spread sound stage.  Speakers should be at the same height (with the tweeter at 
ear level).  To optimize bass response, vary the distance of your S2 speakers from the front 
wall.

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Summary of Contents for S1.8

Page 1: ...S2 2 Way Freestanding Speaker ...

Page 2: ...speaker and Amplifier Bass and Loudness Contour Controls S2 Location Stands Speaker Wire Speaker Information S4X Crossover Wide Angle Phase Alignment Multi Channel Home Theater Installation Speaker Placement S2 Speaker Connection S2 Specifications Warranty Contacts 2 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 7 7 7 8 9 10 1 ...

Page 3: ... in superior performance and imaging Because of S4X technology any of Induction Dynamics speakers can be used to build a custom home theater system Your S2 can be combined with any of our main center and surround speakers be they in wall on wall or free standing Your S2 incorporates a 6 5 Kevlar cone woofer with rubber surround and cast frame and a 1 125 inverted titanium dome tweeter The S2 is av...

Page 4: ...loth To keep your grille clear of debris we recommend you use a lint roller like you would use on clothes Bass and Loudness Contour Controls Do not use bass or loudness contour controls Induction Dynamics subwoofers produce very low frequencies without these controls Use of these controls will make the bass sound boomy obscure higher frequencies and possibly cause damage S2 Location S2 speakers ar...

Page 5: ...T1 S2 Speaker Wire Use approved wire designed for in wall or exposed use as appropriate for your installation For the S2 we recommend using high quality speaker wire that is 12 gauge or lower with easily visible polarity coding to make your connections The following chart identifies minimum gauge requirements for various lengths See your local dealer or installation contractor for more information...

Page 6: ...timized frequency response means music that moves dramatically up and down in pitch will never fade in or out but rather maintain its power as it seamlessly crosses over from one driver to the next It also means that frequencies critical to human speech frequencies that deliver consonants like S and C will sound as natural coming from your speakers as they would in real life making dialogue from m...

Page 7: ...try provides additional variables that can help control phase Wide Angle finds the one optimization solution that produces a flat frequency response along the vertical axis when the microphone or listener s ear is moved up and down vertically This means you experience true audio perfection whether you re standing sitting or lying down Conventional Speaker System Wide Angle Phase Alignment Most con...

Page 8: ...ble The surround channels should be placed to either side of the listening area or behind the listening area at listening height 6 1 System A 6 1 system has the same basic channels as a 5 1 system with the addition of a rear center channel placed directly behind the listening area 7 1 System A 7 1 system has the same basic channels as a 5 1 system with the addition of a left rear surround and righ...

Page 9: ...container with plenty of protective foam If possible use the original shipping container and packing material For repairs covered by and performed under this warranty Induction Dynamics Inc will pay for the return shipping charges This warranty covers defects in materials and workman ship and does not cover damage or failure resulting from accident misuse or shipment The warranty is void if the S2...

Page 10: ...container with plenty of protective foam If possible use the original shipping container and packing material For repairs covered by and performed under this warranty Induction Dynamics Inc will pay for the return shipping charges This warranty covers defects in materials and workman ship and does not cover damage or failure resulting from accident misuse or shipment The warranty is void if the S2...

Page 11: ... Date of purchase Serial number Induction Dynamics Customer Service Department 8005 W 110th St Suite 208 Overland Park KS 66210 USA Note Please do not ship your loudspeaker for service without obatining prior approval and return authorization number See warranty for further information To help simplify your record keeping please fill out the following information about the retailer you bought your...

Page 12: ...To simplify your record keeping please glue staple or tape your receipt to this page 11 ...

Page 13: ...12 Audio Perfection Realized ...

Page 14: ... 8005 W 110th Street Suite 208 Overland Park KS 66210 Tel 855 663 5600 Fax 913 663 3200 www inductiondynamics com Induction Dynamics August 2013 ...

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