Operating Conditions Intended Use Meaning of Warning Symbols and Warning Words Important Notes Unpacking the Loudspeakers Scope of Delivery Overview of the B18 SETTING UP THE LOUDSPEAKERS Choosing an Installation Site Optimal Installation Position Treble and Spatial Imaging CONNECTING THE LOUDSPEAKERS...
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L O U D S P E A K E R Dear music lover, Congratulations on your purchase and thank you for choosing Burmester. You have chosen a product that combines absolute fidelity and uncompromising quality with technical innovation. Before using...
M A N U A L About this Loudspeaker The B18 loudspeaker is designed as a 2 ½ way bass reflex loudspeaker in a front-firing design and is an all-round talent in terms of sound: space-saving, but at the same time high- ly musical, open sounding and dynamically responsive.
If you have any questions regarding the installation and operation of your loudspeakers, please contact your dealer. Permissible Operating Conditions Please take care to only ever use your Burmester device under the following conditions: Maximum altitude: 2000 m Humidity < 50% Temperature range: 20–30 °C...
O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L Meanings of Warning Symbols and Words The following warnings, symbols and warning words are used in this document: The general danger symbol in combination with the warning words CAUTION, WARNING DANGER...
B 1 8 L O U D S P E A K E R Important Notes CAUTION! RISK OF INJURY TO CHILDREN This device poses various injury risks if used improperly. This device is not intended for use by children. Never leave your children alone with the device unattended.
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B 1 8 L O U D S P E A K E R Unpacking the loudspeakers Carefully remove the loudspeakers from the packaging. ATTENTION! DAMAGING THE HOUSING To avoid damaging the housing, do not use any pointed or sharp objects to open the packaging. CAUTION! RISK OF INJURY DUE TO HEAVY WEIGHT The loudspeaker is very heavy and can cause injuries when falling.
PLEASE CHECK THE SCOPE OF DELIVERY FOR COMPLETENESS AND DAMAGE. If parts of the delivery are missing or if you notice any damage when unpacking the device, please do not connect them and consult your Burmester dealer instead. 1 2 | 2 8...
O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L OVERVIEW OF THE B18 Betriebliche Regelung zu Urlaubsplanung, Schliesszeiten, Urlaubsübertrag und Sonderurlaub Ring radiator Low-midrange driver Midrange woofer Room adaption Switch for adjusting the bass...
B 1 8 L O U D S P E A K E R Setting Up the Loudspeakers CHOOSING AN INSTALLATION SITE ATTENTION! DANGER DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION Consider the following points when choosing where to position the device: Never use the loudspeaker outdoors. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, excessive heat, cold, moisture and dust.
A large diameter allows you to maintain the damping factor of the power amplifiers for optimal control of the loudspeakers. Best results are achieved by using original Burmester speaker cables, which have the same electrical and tonal characteristics as the internal wiring of Burmester loudspeakers and amplifiers.
O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L Room adaption ADJUSTING THE BASS REPRODUCTION TO THE INSTALLATION POSITION The spatial imaging increases with increasing distance of the loudspeakers from the wall, while the bass reproduction decreases. The bass reproduction of your loudspeakers can be adapted to the installation position by means of the enclosed foam cylinders and the switchable room adaption.
B 1 8 L O U D S P E A K E R Result: The bass drops gently below Hz, but reaches very deep — Compensation of overemphasis of the bass by close walls Version 4 for a stressed bass reproduction: Room characteristics: Rooms of all sizes and characteristics Place the loudspeakers near the wall.
O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L Warranty We at Burmester have crafted a product that meets the highest standards. Every detail is carefully thought out and consciously conceptual- ised. All used components and materials are handpicked, tested and incorporated by us that the best achievable product quality and a long service life are ensured.
B 1 8 L O U D S P E A K E R B18 Specifications Design principle 2 ½ bass reflex Weight (per device) 34 kg Width 206 mm Height 1,050 mm 401 mm (including speaker’s Depth binding posts)
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O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L VERSION: BA_B18_en_1-1_2206 BURMESTER HOME AUDIO GMBH Wilhelm-Kabus-Straße 47 10829 Berlin Germany www.burmester.de 2 8 | 2 8...
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