ESI Activ 05 User Manual
ESI Activ 05 User Manual

ESI Activ 05 User Manual

Top quality 5” active studio reference monitor

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Top Quality 5" Active
Studio Reference Monitor
User's Guide

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  • Page 1 Top Quality 5” Active Studio Reference Monitor User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 ESI - Copyright © 2012 Revision 2, July 2012 www.esi-audio.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    aktiv 05 INDEX 1. Introduction..........................4 2. Basics & Installation ........................4 Unpacking / Handling ..............................4 Connection ................................. 4 3. Placement............................5 Stereo / 2.0 Positioning .............................. 5 Stereo with Subwoofer / 2.1 Positioning........................5 5.1 Positioning ................................6 7.1 Positioning ................................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    05 also feature a German optimized version of ESI's cross over technology that is perfect to provide the best output signal and frequency response 100% matching the installed drivers and cabinet design. Of course aktiv 05 is magnetically shielded for desktop operation next to your other electronic equipment without interference.
  • Page 5: Esi Aktiv

    aktiv 05 3. Placement The placement of monitoring speakers is very critical and can compromise their performance. This is a general rule for every loudspeaker. To monitor with aktiv 05 utilizing their maximum capabilities, an appropriate listening environment and a correct placement are important. Typically you would be using 2 units of aktiv 05 as one stereo pair –...
  • Page 6: Positioning

    aktiv 05 5.1 Positioning In a 5.1 surround set, the center speaker should ideally be placed on top of the subwoofer. If this is not possible, the subwoofer can be moved to the left or right but should be as close as possible. The rear surround speakers should be positioned around 110°...
  • Page 7: Orientation

    aktiv 05 Orientation It’s very important to place the aktiv 05 vertically. Never place them horizontally. Comments Please also make sure to not place any obstacles that may block the flow of air or that could generate sound reflections (especially highly reflective material including glass or metal) in front of the monitor.
  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    aktiv 05 Rear Panel 1. XLR input – this connector accepts balanced XLR input connections (optimised for +4dBu). XLR input is wired like this: INPUT SIGNAL XLR CONNECTIONS PIN 2 PIN 3 Shield PIN 1 2. TS input – this jack accepts TS input connections, unbalanced (optimised for -10dBV). The TS input is wired like this: INPUT SIGNAL TRS CONNECTIONS...
  • Page 9: General Information

    5. General Information Trademarks ESI, aktiv and aktiv 05 are trademarks of ESI Audiotechnik GmbH. Other product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Correspondence For technical support inquiries, contact your nearest dealer, local distributor or ESI support online at www.esi-audio.com.
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