Do not open the apparatus. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the back panel of the subwoofer. There are no user- serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to a qualified Final Sound dealer. Warning: High Voltage Inside.
The product line is based on a unique modular system. Final Sound offers you the possibility to start buying a stereo system and easily extend this at any convenient time in to a complete Final Sound Home Theatre system. You can do this just by adding a center speaker and/or another set of Final Sound flat-panel speakers.
A returned product must be accompanied by a written description of the defect and proof of the date of purchase. Final Sound reserves the right to modify the design of any product without obligation to purchaser of previously manufactured products and to change the prices or specifications of any product without notice or obligation to any person.
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In the event the product fails to meet the above Warranty and the above conditions have been met, the purchaser’s sole remedy under this Limited Warranty shall be to return the product to Final Sound or an authorized Final Sound dealer where the defect will be rectified without charge for parts or labor.
Final Sound subwoofer are packed separately. The Final Sound Model F1000i Home Theatre System consists of four separate packaging units. Two times the Model F1000i flat-panel speakers, the Model F400i CP center panel speaker and the Final Sound subwoofer are packed separately.
Final has also designed matching floor stands, these floor stands can be purchased separately by your dealer if you do not want to wall mount the speakers. In the case you want to purchase the Final Sound Floor stands, the wall mounts can be used to assemble the speakers on the floor stands, allowing you to direct the speakers to the listening area.
6.3 How do I clean and maintain the Final Sound Center Speaker? Always unplug the Final Sound center speaker from the mains and shut off all sound equipment before start cleaning. To prevent fire or shock hazard, clean only with a DRY cloth and prevent pushing the black (sound producing) part of the speaker and also prevent dust and small particles to fall into the black panel with the diaphragm.
7.1 What is the function of the Final Sound front and rear speaker panels? The Final Sound flat-panel front speakers are the main channels in a stereo setting and have a dual role in a Home Theater system. The front and rear speakers are used to create ambient effects. In a home cinema setting even actions occurring at the back of the listener will be reproduced.
7.4 How to clean and maintain the Final Sound front and rear speaker panels? Always unplug the Final Sound flat-panel speakers from the mains and shut off all sound equipment before you start cleaning. To prevent fire or shock hazard, clean only with a DRY clothe and prevent pushing the black (sound producing) part of the speaker panels and also prevent dust and small particles to fall in the panel.
The Final Sound Subwoofers covers the low frequency range (from 25Hz for the S200 and 35Hz for the S100 and 40Hz for the S90)) up to 250Hz. While the F1000i covers the frequency range from 38Hz up to 20kHz, it is important to define carefully the crossover frequency between the subwoofer and the electrostatic panels, which is influenced by the acoustic properties of the room and the placement of the subwoofer.
• the connection between pre-out front and line-input of the subwoofer. This connection will make sure you can use the crossover on the Final Sound subwoofer up to 250 Hz. Please read the amplifier’s manual for further details or ask your Final Sound dealer.
For the wiring scheme of the complete Final Sound Model F1000i Home Theatre System please have a look at figure 1 at page 16. The wiring scheme of the Final Sound Model F1000i Stereo system is represented in figure 2 at page 17.
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Audio/Video receivers and therefore we recommend reading the Audio/Video receiver manual or contact your dealer how to get the best settings in order to get the Real Final Sound out of your system. As explained before also the Final Sound Model F400i center speaker is designed to function in harmony with the Final Sound subwoofer.
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INSTALLING THE FINAL SOUND MODEL F1000i HOME THEATER SYSTEM Figure 1 Flat Panel Front Speakers Audio / Video Receiver Audio Pre-out Center Pre-out Subwoofer Pre-out Optional for Added Dialogue warmth Flat Panel Center Speakers Front Loudspeakers Outputs Contents Copyright 2006 Final Sound Solutions.
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INSTALLING THE FINAL SOUND MODEL F1000i HOME THEATER SYSTEM Figure 2 Flat Panel Front Speakers Amplifier (Stereo) Loudspeaker out Center High Level in Final Sound Subwoofer Contents Copyright 2006 Final Sound Solutions.
(stators). ). The unmatched sound quality of the F1000i electrostatic speakers has been achieved because of the application of the Final Sound Inverter principle (for more details see our website www.finalsound.com). An Inverted electrostatic loudspeaker speaker is connected to a power supply to and the stators with a permanent + and - high DC Voltage (low power).
Does the Final Sound Home Theatre System have to be connected to a power supply? The Final Sound Home Theatre System is designed to be connected to the mains for 24 hours a day. The power consumption is negligible. Unlike vapor deposited metal coatings, the conductors on the Final Sound loudspeaker diaphragms are completely inert, and their electrical conductivity cannot degrade.
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When you remove your sweater in the winter, its electrostatic charge will be considerably greater than the charge on the diaphragm in a Final Sound speaker. But of course, you should not open the loudspeakers, nor repair them. Only your authorized Final Sound service technician, who is professionally trained in the workings of all Final Sound products, should carry out this work.
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1-year warranty coverage on the subwoofer if the registry card in the manual is completed and re- turned to Final Sound. The limited warranty will not be honored when the product has been used or handled other than in accordance with the instructions in the user manual. See for more details the chapter Warranty Conditions on page 5 of this manual.
(Numbers appear on labels at the back of the product) 1 Final Sound Center Speaker:__________________________________ 1 set Final Sound Front Speakers (Home Theatre or Stereo System, 2 panels):_________________ 1 set Final Sound Rear Speakers (2 panels):__________________________________ 1 Final Sound Subwoofer:__________________________________ To improve our products and customer service, we would greatly appreciate your answers to the following questions.
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Contents Copyright 2006 Final Sound Solutions.
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Final Sound Solutions B.V. Eisenhowerweg 8D 5466AC Veghel The Netherlands www.finalsound.com Contents Copyright 2006 Final Sound Solutions.
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