Two-Channel Speaker Placement; Floor Spikes; Special Product Features - Phase Technology PC0.5 Owners Manual/Install Manual

[TWO-CHANNEL SPEAKER PLACEMENT]

Phase Technology speakers utilize our Absolute Phase crossover network. This design permits a much wider vertical output pattern than
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conventional speakers, allowing you to achieve the best quality musical experience regardless of speaker placement. For example, your
speakers can be placed either vertically or horizontally on a bookshelf and will provide seamless transition of sound from one speaker to
another even if the speakers cannot be placed at the traditional "ear level" height recommended by most manufacturers.
In most rectangular rooms speakers sound best when placed along one of the short walls. Begin by placing the speakers 1 – 3 feet away
from the wall and approximately 6 – 8 feet apart. The exact final placement will be determined by how far away you are sitting from the
speakers and other interior environmental factors. We suggest playing a familiar piece of music and adjusting the placement of the speakers
until the desired sound is achieved.
Sometimes larger bookshelf speakers will sound better when placed upon stands designed expressly for the purpose of supporting them
above floor level (not included). By "de-coupling" the speaker cabinet from the floor, bass frequencies are tighter and high frequencies more
distinct. Smaller speakers can be placed in bookshelves or cabinets; however, some loss of imaging may be experienced.

[FLOOR SPIKES]

Floor spikes may have been provided with your new Phase Technology speakers to steady the speaker cabinets, especially on carpet-
ing and uneven floor surfaces. Because most speakers tend to rock back and forth in small increments due to the force of the in/out
motions of speaker drivers, these movements can affect the speakers' performance.
Attach the floor spikes by screwing them into the pre-drilled holes in the base of the speaker and tighten the nuts securely. The sharp
points will penetrate the carpet to make a more solid contract with the underlying floor surface. If your floor is not rigid, the spikes may
actually add to the rocking motion, so we recommend you audition the speakers with and without the spikes inserted to see if you
discover a personal preference in the sound quality.
Be especially careful when moving speaker cabinets with the spikes attached, as the points could damage carpeting or scratch floors.

[SPECIAL PRODUCT FEATURES]

Adjusting Variable-Axis, Soft-Dome Tweeters
Some Phase Technology speakers feature the company's acclaimed variable-axis soft-dome tweeter (refer to the model specifications
in this manual) offering even greater latitude in selecting speaker locations and listening positions.
This revolutionary tweeter can be adjusted by hand to direct the high frequencies towards a specific listening area for optimal tonal
balance and channel separation. This enables owners of these Phase Technology models to place the speakers where they look or fit
best and then aim the tweeter for best effect.
When adjusting these units, be careful to press on the outer rims only, avoiding contact with the center, or soft dome, of the speaker.
A series of adjustments may be necessary to achieve the ideal clarity and smoothness of the high frequencies that the variable-axis
soft-dome tweeter was designed to present.
Bi-Wired Connections
Some Phase Technology premium audiophile speakers are equipped for be-wiring, with four speaker terminals instead of two. This may
enhance speaker performance by using an additional pair of speaker cables.
In order to bi-wire these speakers, remove the gold-plated strips between the speaker terminals and connect two cables between your
amplifier's positive output terminal and the two positive (red) terminals on the speaker. Then connect the other two cables between the
amp's negative output terminal and the two negative (black) terminals on the speakers.
If you chose not to bi-wire your speakers, do not remove the metal strips between the speaker terminals. Connect each cable in the
standard manner, with one cable each between the positive and negative speaker terminals and your amplifier.
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