Break-In Period; Special Precautions - Focal MAESTRO UTOPIA III EVO User Manual

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Spikes
Maestro floorstanding loudspeakers are equipped with decoupling spikes. These spikes give the floorstanding loudspeakers very
good stability, particularly on uneven floors. The height of the spikes supplied can be adjusted to ensure the 4 spikes rest evenly on
the floor to prevent any wobbling. Four spike pads are also supplied to protect soft floors such as parquet, etc. The height of the
spikes supplied can be adjusted to ensure that the 4 spikes rest evenly on the floor to prevent any wobbling. We advise that you
place the counter spikes supplied between the floor and the spikes in order to not scratch your tiles or wood flooring. The counter
spikes are magnetic, making them extremely easy to put in place. Place the loudspeaker on its side (Fig. H), making sure to keep
the blue protective foam on the base. Then, bring the counter spikes towards the spikes. The magnetic force will pull the counter
spikes into place on the decoupling spikes.

Break-in period

The speaker drivers used in Maestro loudspeakers are complex mechanical components which require a certain time to adapt
to operate at their best and to become acclimatised to the temperature and humidity of the listening environment. This break-in
period varies depending on the climate and may last a few weeks. To reduce the break-in period, we recommend operating the
loudspeakers for approximately twenty consecutive hours. Once the loudspeakers' characteristics have totally stabilised, you will
be able to enjoy your Maestro loudspeakers' performance to the full.

Special precautions

The only maintenance required for the Maestro loudspeakers is dusting with a dry cloth. If you loudspeaker becomes dirty, we
recommend simply cleaning it with a damp cloth.
Never use solvents, detergents, alcohol-based or corrosive products, scrapers or scourers to clean the surface of a loudspeaker.
Keep the loudspeakers away from sources of heat.
Choosing the right amplifier
It is not an excess of amplifier power that can damage your loudspeakers and speaker drivers but a lack of power. Moreover, if the
volume is turned up too high, the amplifier saturates and generates parasite signals that may damage the tweeter. The dynamic
capacity and definition of Maestro loudspeakers are sufficient to reveal the strengths and weaknesses of whatever amplifier is
connected. Your retailer will be able to help you choose the amplifier best suited to your tastes and budget.
Conditions of guarantee
All Focal loudspeakers are covered by guarantee drawn up by the official Focal distributor in your country.
Your distributor can provide all details concerning the conditions of guarantee. Guarantee cover extends at least to that granted by
the legal guarantee in force in the country where the original purchase invoice was issued.