Infinity INTERMEZZO 2.6 Owner's Manual

Infinity INTERMEZZO 2.6 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 ™ NTERMEZZO Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 2 DO NOT REMOVE COVER (0R BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL THIS INFINITY PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR 120-VOLT USE ONLY! FOR DETAILED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, PLEASE SEE FOLLOWING PAGE IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.”...
  • Page 3 Ground Clamps unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art. 250, Part H) INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Room Adaptive Bass Optimization System ™ (R.A.B.O.S.) Contents of the R.A.B.O.S.Test CD The R.A.B.O.S. Sound-Level Meter (RSLM) What You Measure, What To Do Adjusting the R.A.B.O.S. Equalizer Final System Balance Maintenance and Service Specifications Appendix R.A.B.O.S. Measurement Templates Notes INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 5: Technology

    Room Adaptive the signal source with minimal distortion and coloration. Bass Optimization System™ . With a single band of parametric equalization, the Intermezzo 2.6 can be adjusted to tame any Ceramic Metal Matrix Diaphragms (C.M.M.D.) ™...
  • Page 6: Unpacking The Product/Included Accessories

    Included Accessories . . . Decorative Grilles (2) Side Panels AC Cord Bolts (for use with optional wall-mounting bracket) R.A.B.O.S. Kit (1) Batt Power Sound-Level Meter R.A.B.O.S. Test CD Graph Templates Bandwidth Selector Adjustment Key INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 7: Placement

    Home-Theater System Generally, the system should be placed at least three feet away from the side walls.The Intermezzo 2.6 should be placed on strong, rigid speaker stands that place the tweeter at ear level. In 2-channel applications, the two speakers should be equidistant IGURE from your primary listening position.
  • Page 8: Controls And Connections

    Utilizer un fusible de recharge de meme type et calibre POWER AC FUSE 3A 120V 120V – 60 HZ 6A Woofer Level Control High-Pass Filter R.A.B.O.S. Controls Placement Selector Center-Frequency Adjustment Speaker Input R.A.B.O.S. Level Power Switch Bandwidth Adjustment AC-Cord Input INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 9 If you place the Intermezzo 2.6 on a shelf or inside a wall unit/entertainment center, set this control to “Shelf.” When set to “Off,” the Intermezzo 2.6 will reproduce the entire frequency range.
  • Page 10: Room Adaptive Bass Optimization System ™ (R.a.b.o.s.)

    Preparations process takes less than 30 minutes. Before beginning R.A.B.O.S. tests, please check the following: • Make sure all three R.A.B.O.S. controls on the Intermezzo 2.6 The R.A.B.O.S. Kit Includes are turned fully clockwise. the Following Components: •...
  • Page 11: Contents Of The R.a.b.o.s.test Cd

    The RSLM is a battery-operated, handheld, acoustic measurement illuminated. Replace the battery. device specifically designed for Infinity R.A.B.O.S. On the face of Do not attempt measurements when this light is on. the instrument is a light-emitting diode (LED) bar graph that indicates relative sound level.There are also indicators for...
  • Page 12 Later, you will rebalance the woofers to the main speakers. The Intermezzo 2.6 should be shipped with the three R.A.B.O.S. controls, , set to fully clockwise positions, and all measurements should be conducted with their level controls in this position.
  • Page 13 RSLM. If this occurs during a test, place a dot at the intersection of the test frequency and the bottom frame of the template. See Figure 10. IGURE Indicating an under-range test INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 14: What Does A Parametric Equalizer Do

    Width The frequency range of the R.A.B.O.S. equalizer may be set from 5% to 50% of an octave in 21 steps.This setting defines how much of the woofers’ output will be equalized. INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 15: Using The Width Selector

    Place the Width Selector over the Measurement Template, positioning the center rivet of the Selector over the response peak, as shown in Figure 15. Be sure to align the horizontal lines of the Width Selector with those of the Measurement Template. INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 16: What You Measure, What To Do

    Remember, when looking for a match, look at the descriptive characteristics, not any specific frequency or level. Each of these examples can occur at any frequency, bandwidth and level. It is unlikely that your test results will be exactly as depicted in these examples. INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 17 Note that this does not eliminate the dips. We have simply moved away from them. Sometimes only a few inches are required. Do not attempt to correct this condition with equalization. If you encounter dips like this, take the following steps: INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 18 We have simply moved away from them. Sometimes only a few inches are required. Do not attempt to correct this condition with equalization. If you encounter dips like this, take the following steps: INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 19: Adjusting The R.a.b.o.s. Equalizer

    Follow the instructions for -7.9 the example that most closely matches your new measurement. -6.4 -4.4 Example 6. Ideal Response: -2.9 41.5% -1.9 43.5% -1.1 IGURE -0.5 46.5% Ideal response, no EQ needed 21 CW 49.5% INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 20: Final System Balance

    Selector, Adjustment Key and the RSLM together. AINTENANCE AND ERVICE The Intermezzo 2.6 may be cleaned using a soft cloth, dampened with water only, to remove fingerprints or to wipe off dust. The grille may be gently vacuumed. Stains may be removed with an aerosol cleaner, following its instructions.
  • Page 21: Specifications

    Model 75 WB (Black or White) (See Appendix, p. 18, for wall-mounting instructions.) Infinity continually strives to update and improve existing products, as well as create new ones.The specifications and construction details in this and related Infinity publications are therefore subject to change without notice.
  • Page 22: Appendix

    While holding speaker, tighten the Adjustment Bolt until the Socket-Cup Jaws hold the speaker Turn the Intermezzo 2.6 bookshelf speaker upside down assembly securely in place. Adjust Arm to desired speaker and attach the Speaker Mount to the base of the speaker with position and tighten the lower bolt.
  • Page 23 Frequency Width Frequency Width INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 24 Frequency Width Frequency Width INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 25 Frequency Width Frequency Width INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 26: Notes

    NOTES: INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 27 NOTES: INTERMEZZO 2.6...
  • Page 28 © 2000 Infinity Systems, Inc., 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797 USA (800) 553-3332 (USA Only) BASH is a registered trademark of Indigo Corporation. *Trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.THX is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm, Ltd. DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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