Frequently Asked Questions; Troubleshooting - MartinLogan Monument 7XW User Manual

F a
requentLY
How do I clean my speakers? Use a clean
cloth or a soft brush to remove the dust from your
speakers. Do not spray any cleaning agents on or
near the drivers.
What size amplifier should I use? We rec-
ommend an amplifier rated within the suitable
amplifier range of your speaker.
Could you suggest a list of suitable electronics
and cables that would be ideal for MartinLogan
speakers? The area of electronics and cable
choice is probably the most common type of
question that we receive. It is also the most
subjective. We have repeatedly found that brands
that work well in one setup drive listeners nuts in
another. We use many brands with great success.
t
rouBLeshooting
No Output
• Check that all your system components are
turned on, are not muted, and that your bal-
ance control (if applicable) correct.
• Check to make sure your power outlet at the
wall is working.
• Check your power cords, speaker wires, and
interconnecting cables.
• Check to make sure no headphones are
plugged in.
• Swap speaker wires at your amplifier with
those of a speaker that is functioning cor-
10
q
skeD uestions
Again, we have no favorites; we use electronics
and cables quite interchangeably. We would
suggest listening to many brands—and above all
else—trust your ears. Dealers are always the best
source for information when purchasing additional
audio equipment or cables and are well versed in
the subject of special safety requirements for in-wall
cable.
Will exposure to sunlight affect the life or
performance of my speakers? We recommend
that you not place any loudspeaker in direct
sunlight. The ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can
cause deterioration of grille cloth and speaker
cones. Small exposure to UV does not create a
problem. In general, the filtering of UV rays through
glass significantly reduces the adverse effects.
rectly. If the lack of output moves to a
different speaker, the problem could be with
other equipment in your system (i.e., amp,
pre-amp, processor, and such).
• Try hooking up a different set of speakers.
The lack of output could point to a problem
with other equipment in your system (i.e.,
amp, pre-amp, processor, and such).
Lack of Bass or Poor Imaging
• Check your speaker wires. Is the polarity cor-
rect — (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).