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- Page 1 Top Quality 8” Active Studio Reference Monitor User’s Guide...
- Page 2 ESI - Copyright © 2012 Revision 2, July 2012 www.esi-audio.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
aktiv 08 INDEX 1. Introduction..........................4 2. Basics & Installation ........................4 Unpacking / Handling ..............................4 Connection ................................. 4 3. Placement............................5 Stereo / 2.0 Positioning .............................. 5 Stereo with Subwoofer / 2.1 Positioning........................5 5.1 Positioning ................................6 7.1 Positioning ................................ -
Page 4: Esi Aktiv
They feature a German optimized version of ESI's cross over technology that is perfect to provide an optimal output signal and frequency response properly matching the used drivers and the cabinet design. aktiv 08 is magnetically shielded for desktop operation next to your other electronic equipment without causing interference. -
Page 5: Placement
aktiv 08 3. Placement The placement of monitoring speakers is very critical and can compromise their performance. This is a general rule for every loudspeaker. To monitor with aktiv 08 utilizing their maximum capabilities, an appropriate listening environment and a correct placement are important. Typically you would be using 2 units of aktiv 08 as one stereo pair –... -
Page 6: Positioning
aktiv 08 5.1 Positioning In a 5.1 surround set, the center speaker should ideally be placed on top of the subwoofer. If this is not possible, the subwoofer can be moved to the left or right but should be as close as possible. The rear surround speakers should be positioned around 110°... -
Page 7: Orientation
aktiv 08 Orientation It’s very important to place the aktiv 08 vertically. Never place them horizontally. Comments Please also make sure to not place any obstacles that may block the flow of air or that could generate sound reflections (especially highly reflective material including glass or metal) in front of the monitor. -
Page 8: Rear Panel
aktiv 08 Rear Panel 1. XLR input – this connector accepts balanced XLR input connections (optimised for +4dBu). XLR input is wired like this: INPUT SIGNAL XLR CONNECTIONS PIN 2 PIN 3 Shield PIN 1 2. TS input – this jack accepts TS input connections, unbalanced (optimised for -10dBV). The TS input is wired like this: INPUT SIGNAL TRS CONNECTIONS... -
Page 9: General Information
5. General Information Trademarks ESI, aktiv and aktiv 08 are trademarks of ESI Audiotechnik GmbH. Other product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Correspondence For technical support inquiries, contact your nearest dealer, local distributor or ESI support online at www.esi-audio.com. - Page 10 aktiv 08...