Spikes And Feet; For Carpeted Floors; For Wooden/ Hard Floors; Setting Up - Monitor Audio GOLD Series Owner's Manual

Spikes and Feet

For Carpeted Floors

(Gold 200 and 300 only)
The feet and 'out-riggers' are supplied assembled for use on carpeted floors or where spikes are
appropriate. All that is required is to fix them to the speaker base using the supplied bolts (A & B).
You can check that the speaker is level on all sides by using the spirit level. If it's slightly off-level, unscrew
the foot at the lowest point and check again. Continue this process until the cabinet is fully level. Use the
locking nuts on each foot to fix the feet in place and to stop any unwanted vibrations.
Please ensure there are no hidden wires under the carpet that could be damaged by the spikes.

For Wooden/ Hard Floors

(Gold 200 and 300 only)
Remove the spikes and fix the feet and 'out-riggers' to the
speaker base using the supplied bolts (A & B).
You can check that the speaker is level on all sides by using
a spirit level. If it's slightly off-level, unscrew the foot at the
lowest point and check again. Continue this process until the
cabinet is fully level. Use the locking nuts on each foot to fix
the feet in place and to stop any unwanted vibrations.

Setting Up

2 Channel Positioning

When arranging a 2 channel system, the listening position and the loudspeakers should form an equilateral
triangle. The speakers should be positioned approximately 6 - 10 feet (1.8 - 3m) apart. The ideal distance
from the rear wall varies depending on the speaker (see list below), however, for optimal performance they
need to be a minimum of 3 feet (91cm) from the side walls.
• Gold 100
• Gold 200 and Gold 300
NOTE: These are recommended distances for optimal performance. Actual results will vary
dependant on room size and construction.
Experimentation is strongly advised when initially setting up the speakers, as environment and personal
preference differ with every installation. If there is insufficient bass for example, try moving your speakers
closer to a wall. The opposite approach is recommended if there is excess bass. Also see the information
in the Port Bungs section. If stereo imaging is being lost, try 'toeing' them in slightly. The sound should
appear to originate from the centre point between the speakers, not the actual speakers themselves.
2
8 - 14 inches (20 - 35cm)
12 - 18 inches (30 - 45cm)
Gold Series
(A)
(B)
Top Locking Nut
Washer
Out-Rigger
Main
Threaded
Assembly
Spike