Definitive Technology 1000 Speaker User Manual

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ProCenter 1000
ProCenter 2000
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Shielded Center Channel Audio/Video Speakers
Owner’s Manual
Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of the
Definitive Technology ProCenter Shielded
Center Channel Audio/Video Speaker System.
This revolutionary loudspeaker utilizes
state-of-the-art components (cast basket
homo-polymer-coned bass-midrange drivers,
medite pressure-coupled, low-frequency
radiators, moving coil ferrofluid-cooled, pure
aluminum dome high frequency radiators,
uniphase crossover networks, etc.), a nonresonant PolyStone™ cabinet and low
diffraction construction in order to achieve
the most lifelike sound possible in your
listening room for many years to come.
Please Inspect For Shipping Damage
Each loudspeaker leaves our plant in perfect condition. Any visible
or concealed damage most likely occurred in handling after it left
our plant and should be reported at once to your Definitive dealer
or the shipping company which delivered your loudspeaker.
ProCenter Shielded Center Channel Speaker
Your Definitive Technology ProCenter is a compact high definition loudspeaker
system designed for use in audio/video systems of the highest quality. Because of its
low profile, wide range, high power handling and articulate clarity, it is ideal for use
as a center channel in conjunction with Dolby Surround Sound ProLogic and Dolby
Digital AC-3 decoding.
Connecting Your Loudspeakers
It is critical for proper performance that all speakers (left, right and center) be
connected in proper phase. Note that one terminal on each speaker (the +) is colored
red and the other (the -) is colored black. Please make certain that you connect the
red (+) terminal on each speaker to the red (+) terminal of its channel on your
amplifier or receiver, and the black (-) terminal to the black (-) terminal. It is
essential that all speakers be connected in the same way to the amplifier (in phase).
If you experience a great lack of bass, it is likely that one speaker is out of phase
with the others.
Usually if distortion is heard when the speakers are being driven at loud
levels, it is caused by driving (turning up) the amplifier too loud and not
driving the speakers with more power than they can handle. Remember,
most amplifiers put out their full rated power well before the volume control
is turned all the way up! If your speakers distort when you play them loud,
turn down the amplifier or get a bigger one.
Speaker Break-In
Your ProCenter should sound good right out of the box; however, an extended
break-in period of 20-40 hours or more of playing is required to reach full performance capability. Break-in allows the suspensions to work in and results in fuller
bass, a more open “blossoming” midrange and smoother high frequency reproduction.
Positioning the ProCenter in Your Room
For Center Channel Use
Your ProCenter should be placed on above or below the TV.
ProCenter Vertical Angle Adjustment
Your ProCenter loudspeaker has a simple built-in devise which allows you to
adjust the vertical angle of the speaker. Please note that on the rear/center/underside
of the speaker there is a foot. When you set the speaker down, the speaker will ealn
back and rest on the foot. By varying how far you screw in the foot, you can adjust
the vertical angle of the speaker. We suggest that you aim the speaker so that it aims
directly towards the height of the listeners’ ears.
Wall Mounting the ProCenter
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Your ProCenter has two threaded inserts on the back, which can be used with a pair
of optional ProMounts to mount the ProCenter on the wall. Use toggle bolts or other
similar fasteners to hold the ProMount to the wall. Do not use unanchored screws in
the wall.
Setting the Center Channel Adjustment
on Your Surround Sound Decoder
If you are using a Dolby ProLogic Surround Sound decoder, use the “normal”
(not wide) setting for the center channel.
If you are using a Dolby Digital AC-3 decoder, set the center channel bass
management system setting to “Small.”
Even though the ProCenter is a very wide range speaker with excellent dynamic
range, our experience has indicated that these settings will give you the best overall
performance from your system.
Technical Assistance
It is our pleasure to offer assistance if you have any questions regarding your
ProCenter or their set-up. Please contact your nearest Definitive Technology dealer
or contact us directly at 410-363-7148.
Specifications
ProCenter 1000 Specifications
Dimensions:
Weight:
Frequency Response:
Efficiency:
Nominal Impedance:
Driver Complement:
Rec. Assoc. Ampl.:
143/4" W x 5" D x 5" H
8 lbs. each
47 Hz – 30 kHz
90 dB
Compatible with 4 – 8 ohm outputs.
Two 41/2" cast basket bass/midrange drivers
coupled to two 41/2" pressure-driven planar
low-frequency radiators.
10 – 200 watts/channel
ProCenter 2000 Specifications
Dimensions:
Weight:
Frequency Response:
Efficiency:
Nominal Impedance:
Driver Complement:
Rec. Assoc. Ampl.:
17" W x 61/2" D x 61/2" H
12 lbs. each
42 Hz – 30 kHz
91 dB
Compatible with 4 – 8 ohm outputs.
Two 51/4" cast basket bass/midrange drivers
coupled to two 51/4" pressure-driven planar
low-frequency radiators.
10 – 250 watts/channel
Specifications subject to change
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Service
Service and warranty work on your Definitive loudspeakers will normally be performed by
your local Definitive Technology dealer. If, however, you wish to return the speaker to us,
please contact us first, describing the problem and requesting authorization as well as the
locations of the nearest factory service center. Please note that the address given in this
booklet is the address of our offices only. Under no circumstances should loudspeakers
be shipped to our offices or returned without contacting us first and
obtaining return authorization.
Definitive Technology Offices
11105 Valley Heights Drive
Owings Mills, Maryland 21117
Phone: 410-363-7148
Limited Warranty:
5-Years for Drivers and Cabinets,
3-Years for Electronic Components
Definitive Technology warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this DefinitiveTechnology
Loudspeaker Product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
five (5) years covering the drivers and cabinets, and three (3) years for the electronic components from the
date of the original purchase from a Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer. However, this warranty will
automatically terminate prior to the expiration of five (5) years for the drivers and cabinets and three (3) years
for the electronic components if the original retail purchaser sells or otherwise transfers the Product to any
other party. The original retail purchaser shall hereinafter be referred to as “you.” Defective Products must be
shipped, together with proof of date of purchase, prepaid insured to the Authorized Dealer from whom you
purchased the Product, or to the nearest factory service center. Product(s) must be shipped in the original shipping container or its equivalent; in any case the risk of loss or damage in transit is to be borne by you. If, upon
examination at the Factory or a Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer, it is determined that the unit was
defective in materials or workmanship at any time during this Warranty period, Definitive Technology or the
Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer will, at its option, repair or replace this Product at no additional
charge, except as set forth below. All replaced parts and Product(s) become the property of Definitive
Technology. Product(s) replaced or repaired under this Warranty will be returned to you, within a reasonable
time, freight collect.
This Warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse,
negligence, inadequate packing or shipping procedures, commercial use, voltage in excess of the rated maximum of the unit, cosmetic appearance of cabinetry not directly attributable to defects in materials or workmanship, or service, or repair or modification of the Product which has not been authorized by Definitive
Technology. Definitive Technology makes no Warranty with respect to its Products purchased from dealers
or outlets other than Definitive Technology Authorized Dealers. This Warranty is in lieu of all other
expressed Warranties. If this Product is defective in material or workmanship as warranted above, your sole
remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided above. In no event will Definitive Technology be liable to
you for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the Product, even if
Definitive Technology or a Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer has been advised of the possibility of
such damages, or for any claim by any other party. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
All implied warranties on the Product are limited to the duration of this expressed Warranty. Some states
do not allow limitation on how long an implied Warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from state to
state.
This product complies with the essential requirements of
EMC directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC (inclusive of
93/68/EEC) and carries the CE mark accordingly.
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