Fostex NF-1 Owner's Manual

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Introduction
The NF-1 is a near field studio monitor speaker system providing the highest capability of
analyzing, checking and reproducing audio components contained in the original sound.
Built-in speaker drivers are a 16 cm woofer and a tweeter, positioned to ensure accurate and
excellent time alignment, and thus optimum performance. The woofer features an HP
diaphragm, UDR tangential edge and push-pull damper developed for this particular driver.
The tweeter is of a soft dome type, another new development of a UFLC diaphragm. The
speaker terminals are configured to allow for a bi-amplifier drive system so that each speaker
can achieve its capability to the fullest extent. In addition, both the woofer and tweeter are
built using a cast aluminum frame, and HP sound reflectors are arranged inside the enclosure.
Embodiment of Fostex's new technologies in every detail of the speakers and enclosure structure
has allowed this NF-1 system to offer low distortion and highly transient bass, which have up
to now not been available with conventional diaphragm technology. Also, high compliance/
reproducibility of the subtlest audio signals makes this NF-1 a truly wide range speaker system.
Thanks to these features, NF-1 can demonstrate its ability as an ideal monitor speaker system
for recording studios where sound reproduction of highest precision is essential. Please read
this manual thoroughly so that unmatched audio performance featured in this NF-1 speaker
system can be yours.
* Avoid use of NF-1 where contact with water is likely.
Otherwise, fire and/or electrical shock may result.
This precaution is particularly important when the
system is used outdoors (on rainy or snowy days, on
the beach or other such places).
* Uninterrupted use under abnormal conditions,
including smoke or odors, may result in fire and/or
electrical shock. On perception of such conditions,
the power of the connected amplifier must be
immediately turned off and the power plug of the AC
adaptor must be disconnected.
* When attempting to connect other audio equipment
to your NF-1, be sure to connect in strict compliance
with the wiring instructions given in the manual
provided with such equipment, before inserting plugs
of such equipment into wall outlets. Use of the
designated cords is also a prerequisite.
* For installation of your NF-1, avoid mounting or
setting on unstable surfaces, including wobbly or
slanting planes. Placement of NF-1 on a shelf is
allowed only with application of solid anchoring
Owner's Manual
Near Field Studio Monitor Speaker System
Safety Precautions
provisions to prevent falling when shaken. Contact
with a falling NF-1 may cause serious injury.
* Avoid installation of NF-1 in extremely smoky or
steamy places to lessen the likelihood of fire or
electrical shock.
* Avoid application of excessive input power to the NF-
1, otherwise, fire or failure of NF-1 may result.
No power greater than that specified in this operation
instruction manual must be applied to the system.
* Strict compliance with the precautions and use
instructions described in this manual is required for
ensured safety and continued performance of NF-1.
Reading this manual thoroughly and complying
with the instructions is vitally important.