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- Page 1 Revel Performa C52 Loudspeaker ® ® Owner’s Manual...
- Page 2 Part No. 353735-001 | Rev A | 02/05 REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL “Revel,” “Performa,” and the Revel logo are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries. U.S. patent numbers and other worldwide patents issued and pending. ©2005 Harman Specialty Group. All rights reserved.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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Page 4: Documentation Conventions
DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety, installation, and operation instructions for the Revel Performa C52 Center-Channel Loudspeaker. It is important to read this document before attempting to use this product. Pay particular attention to safety instructions. WARNING Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition, or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or death. -
Page 5: About The C52
The C52 delivers exceptional freedom from coloration and distortion across a wide dynamic range, making it the perfect companion for the Revel Performa F52 and F32 front loudspeakers. Four proprietary transducers, sophisticated filter networks, and flexible placement options allow the... -
Page 6: Product Registration
About the C52 (continued) Since 1996, Revel has stood at the forefront of loudspeaker design. Backed with Harman International’s extensive research and design facilities, all Revel Loudspeakers benefit from cutting-edge tools. • A multi-channel listening lab allows for double-blind listening tests. - Page 7 Remove the spikes from the left pad and attach them to the bottom of the loudspeaker. Refer to “Adjustable Spikes” on page 12 for detailed installa- tion instructions. Figure 2: Packing Materials Grille Left Pad Spikes REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL Right Pad Protective...
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Page 8: Loudspeaker Overview
Rounded baffle edges minimize diffraction and optimize off-axis response for smoother high-frequency reproduction. Two threaded inserts on the REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL bottom of the cabinet accommodate spikes, which provide adjustable tilt when the C52 is placed on or above a video monitor. -
Page 9: Input Panel
• Select the Stand Mounted setting if the C52 is placed on a stand (such as the optional pedestal stand). Note Rotating the Placement Compensation switch clockwise increases low-frequency output. REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL... -
Page 10: Loudspeaker Placement
1. Loudspeaker accuracy 2. Listening room acoustics 3. Loudspeaker placement Advanced Revel design features allow the C52 to achieve stunning acoustical precision with exceptional freedom from coloration and distortion across a wide dynamic range. As a result, experimenting with loudspeaker placement will have the most significant impact on the C52’s... -
Page 11: On Top Of Monitor
Figure 6: On Top of Monitor (Center) Rear Projection Screen Large Direct-View Monitor Front Left Figure 7: Stand Mounted Front or Large Rear Projection Screen Optional Pedestal Stand Front Left (Center) REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL Right Front Right Front Right... -
Page 12: Adjustable Spikes
C52 is placed on top of a video monitor as shown in Figure 6 or a shelf. For best results, the C52 should be tilted so the front of the speaker is facing directly toward the listener’s ears. -
Page 13: Making Connections
(AWG) (Feet) Note High loop resistances that exceed 0.07 (for each wire run) will cause the filter network to mis-terminate, resulting in considerable degradation of sound quality. REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL Spike End Round End (Protective Cap) Length (Meters) -
Page 14: Single-Wired Connections
The design of this loudspeaker is such that optimal performance can be attained using the standard connection method. • If desired, contact an authorized Revel dealer for information about the suitability of power amplifier components before connecting the C52 to the associated power amplifier. -
Page 15: Bi-Wired Connections
On Top Of Monitor Flush Stand Mounted Mounted Placement High Frequency Compensation Level (dB) Remove straps for bi-wire or bi-amp High Frequency Input Low Frequency Input Revel Northridge, California Assembled in U.S.A. Serial No. POWER AMPLIFIER OUTPUT REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL... -
Page 16: Horizontal Bi-Amplified Connections
Horizontal bi-amplified connections are shown in Figure 13 (next page). REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL Figure 12: Vertical Bi-Amplified Connections On Top Of Monitor... - Page 17 If the gain factors are not identical, a means of adjusting the input level of at least one power amplifier is required. Contact an authorized Revel dealer for assistance. On Top Of Monitor Flush...
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Page 18: Optimizing Performance
• Contact an authorized Revel dealer for assistance setting the associated multi-channel controller or receiver for the appropriate crossover. 3. Set the Placement Compensation switch to correspond with the C52’s... -
Page 19: Loudspeaker Volume Levels
Note • Refer to step 2 on the previous page for information about C52 crossover requirements. • If desired, contact an authorized Revel dealer for information about the suitability of power amplifier components before connecting the C52 to the associated power amplifier. -
Page 20: Specifications
Conservatively-rated specifications indicate moderate sensitivity, meaning that a massive power amplifier is not required to drive Revel loudspeakers to reasonable volume levels in large listening spaces. Indicates whether the loudspeaker presents a “difficult” or “easy”... -
Page 21: Obtaining Service
Specifications are subject to change without notice. OBTAINING SERVICE To obtain warranty and non-warranty ser- vice information, contact an authorized Revel dealer. Refer to the included Revel warranty card for warranty information. Definition Indicates sound quality in context with other specifications. -
Page 22: Index
5, 8, 13, 19, 20 first reflections response flush mounted 9, 11, 18 frequency response grille 5, 7, 8, 20 REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL H–I high frequency level switch 5, 8, 10, 18 high-frequency input terminals 10, 14, 15, 16, 17... -
Page 23: Notes
NOTES REVEL Performa C52 OWNER’S MANUAL... - Page 24 3 Oak Park, Bedford, MA, 01730-1413 USA | Telephone: 781-280-0300 | Fax: 781-280-0490 | www.revelspeakers.com Customer Support: Telephone: 781-280-0300 | Sales Fax: 781-280-0495 | Service Fax: 781-280-0499 Please contact Customer Support for information about product shipments. Part No. 353735-001 | Rev A | 02/05...
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