Vandersteen Audio VCC-5 Operation Manual

Video center channel dialog speaker

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Thank-you for choosing the Vandersteen VCC-5 Reference, a center
speaker
designed for the full-range signal of modern discrete multi-
channel formats (Ie. AC-3 and/or DTS). With proper care, your new
speaker will provide many years of trouble free, high quality performance.
We recommend that you read this entire manual prior to installing,
connecting or using your Vandersteen VCC-5 Video Center Channel
Dialog Speaker.
The VCC-5 Video Center Channel Dialog Speaker
is an integral part of a home audio/video system
where it helps localize dialog and other movie
sounds at the TV screen. The VCC-5 is the product
of extensive research into the qualities required for
realistic movie sound reproduction. The engineer-
ing, construction and materials of the VCC-5 far ex-
ceed conventional industry standards and result in a
level of performance unmatched by other center
channel dialog speakers.
The VCC-5 is a phase coherent design intended to
be used in a high-quality audio/video surround sys-
tem in combination with main speakers that have ac-
curate frequency response and phase response.
Whether you chose Vandersteen Audio main speak-
ers or others with the proper qualities, the seamless
CONTENTS
Vandersteen A/V
blend with the VCC-5 will insure maximum intelli-
gibility on dialog and superior realism on music and
sound effects.
eliminates lobing effects and allows the VCC-5 to
be placed at any height above or below the screen
while maintaining consistent sound throughout the
listening area. Its adjustable proximity compensa-
tion helps counter the effects of placement in a cabi-
net or near a wall and insures optimum performance
in any environment. Its pleasing appearance allows
the VCC-5 to visually complement your main
speakers and the décor of your home.
Channel Dialog Speaker is designed and built in the
United States of America.
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CHANNEL DIALOG SPEAKER
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Vandersteen Audio
The VCC-5's innovative, aligned triaxial design
The Vandersteen Audio VCC-5 Video Center
VCC-5
$5.00
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Summary of Contents for Vandersteen Audio VCC-5

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    TV screen. The VCC-5 is the product of extensive research into the qualities required for realistic movie sound reproduction. The engineer-...
  • Page 2 Luckily, it is not a mediocrity we have to live with in our home sys- tems. During the development of the VCC-5 we had the enlightening opportunity to use and evaluate numerous theater, home theater and audio/video systems with a wide assortment of equipment and configurations.
  • Page 3 Whether you use a standard size TV or a ten-foot projection unit, your system’s superior voice in- telligibility, superb musical accuracy and extraordinary sound effects capabilities will bring your favorite music and your favorite films to life for you and your entire family. VCC-5 Operation Manual...
  • Page 4: Connections

    # 2. 2. Connect the center channel cable to the VCC-5 as shown in illustration # 3. The input screws should be snug, but should not be over tightened.
  • Page 5: Placement

    With a direct view TV, when the final positioning for the VCC-5 has been set, the TV should be degaussed. If your TV does not have a degauss bottom, turn the TV on and off several times.
  • Page 6: Balancing Levels

    For very high play back levels the To avoid the possibility of a false reading, always turn off the VCC-5’s Proximity Com- pensation when balancing the levels of the various speakers in your audio/video system using test signals and an SPL meter.
  • Page 7: Packing

    ACKING NSTRUCTIONS To prevent physical or cosmetic damage always pack the VCC-5 in its original box prior to transportation or shipment. Please follow these instructions when packing the VCC-5. 1. Place the speaker on one side on a padded surface.
  • Page 8: Warranty

    Vandersteen Audio. d. been subject to inputs in excess of the maximum rating, or inputs from an unstable or clipped amplifier.

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