FIXED INSTALLATION ...................... 13 ROOM CORRECTION INTRODUCTION ................14 CLEANING THE SPEAKER ....................14 STORING THE SPEAKER ....................14 REPACKING OF MODEL B MUSIC SYSTEM ..............14 SERVICE INFORMATION ....................15 Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
Safety Warnings Physical Handling The Model B loudspeakers are very heavy and large. They can be difficult to handle. Follow all instructions for unpacking and installation. Use ergonomically correct body positions. Be careful not to unbalance the large speaker systems during handling. Steinway Lyngdorf cannot be held responsible for any physical damage which occurs during the installation process.
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Start by removing the board with the decorative panels by sliding it out of the speaker Now is the optimal time to access the Speakon connectors under the Model B. Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
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Now mount the selected Spikes on the Model B Now you can tip the Model B off the pallet unto its Spikes. Beware: The speaker is extremely heavy. Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
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Use the supplied screwdriver to release the Torx bolts (Tx30) Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
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The decorative panels are for covering the area, where the transport sides were attached to the speaker. Set the panel into the slots of the speaker base. Lift the panel into position Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
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Secure the panels by the Allen bolts fixed in the frame (Hex4) Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
If a symmetrical position is impossible and the distance from each speaker to the listening position is different, then this can be compensated digitally by adjusting the setup in the processor. The speaker should be moved back following the guide-lines for toe-in. Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
CONNECTION OF EQUIPMENT Speaker Cable Wiring The Model B Music System is connected to the A2 amplifiers through speaker wire fitted with Speakon connectors. A2 DIP Switchboard Addressing The DIP switchboard on the back of each A2 amplifier must be set for correct identification of the speaker connected to it.
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Left Side / Stereo Setup ID#0 LEFT Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
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Right Side / Stereo Setup ID#1 RIGHT The switch 8 is activated, as the link is terminated Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
FIXED INSTALLATION The base of the Model B allows for fixed installations with up to M8 bolts through the floor. Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
STORING THE SPEAKER The Model B features wooden constructions with high gloss lacquered finish as well as high end electronics. Electronics as well as wooden constructions are vulnerable for sudden changes in temperature as this will cause cracks in the wooden constructions and cause serious degradation of the lifetime of the electronic circuitry.
If return is made in authorized packaging, risks are borne by Steinway Lyngdorf. Additional charges may occur if new packing materials are required for return shipment. Steinway & Sons Model B – Installation Manual, version 1.1...
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