TAD -CR1 Owner's Manual
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Page 2: Before You Start
BEFORE YOU START Thank you for buying this TAD product. Please read through Caution: installation these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your Do not place the speaker on an unstable surface. It could model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, present a hazard if it falls, as well as damaging the equipment. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Parts Included .................3 Shorting links x 2 Cleaning cloth x 1 INTRODUCTION .............. 4 TAD History ................4 TAD Compact Reference Description ........4 TECHNOLOGY ..............5 Cone-shaped spikes x 3 Beryllium Diaphragms ............5 CST ..................5 Bass Driver ................6 Round spikes x 3 This Owner’s Manual x 1... -
Page 4: Introduction
The result is a very wide-band, remastering of audio performances. resonance-free monitor speaker of the highest quality. In recent years, TAD has met the demand for high-quality home audio speakers by delivering world class audio components that carry the TAD pedigree into the home. -
Page 5: Technology
Velocity (m/s) 18 000 16 000 14 000 12 000 10 000 8 000 6 000 Figure 2. The TAD Compact Reference’s Coherent Source Transducer 4 000 2 000 0.005 0.015 0.025 Inner Loss Figure 1. Velocity properties of beryllium and other materials... -
Page 6: Bass Driver
Bass Driver The foundation of the TAD Compact Reference speaker syatem is the bass driver, as shown in Figure 3. The driver cone is constructed from a tri-laminate of front and rear-woven aramid fibers that sandwich a foamed acrylic core. This provides enormous strength to the cone in order to resist any flexing due to the high forces exerted during loud bass passages. -
Page 7: Cst Mounting Construction
The bass reflex port was modeled after the design concept of the TAD compression driver and horn, resulting in the reduction of This product is designed to elicit the full potential of the natural wind noise for clear, deep bass. -
Page 8: Installation And Placement
For details, consult the Operating Instructions accompanying the TAD-ST1. • Dedicated Speaker Stand TAD-ST1 (sold separately) To elicit the best possible performance from the TAD Compact Reference speaker system, Pioneer has simultaneously engineered the dedicated speaker stand TAD-ST1 (sold separately). -
Page 9: Installing The Spikes
Figure 5. Removing the grille from the TAD Compact Spike base Reference speaker system Figure 4: Installing spikes on the base of the TAD Compact Reference speaker system CAUTION Be sure to place the spike bases as shown, with the depression... -
Page 10: Choosing Where To Place The Speakers
Choosing Where To Place The Speakers Speaker placement within the listening room will have a great impact upon the total performance of TAD Compact Reference speaker system in terms of bass performance, tonal accuracy, and imaging. All rooms are different and so this section is intended as a guide only. -
Page 11: Connecting The Speakers
(+) wire from your amplifier to either red binding post and the (-) wire from your amplifier to either black binding post, as shown in Figure 7. Amplifier (rear) SPEAKERS OUTPUT Terminal Panel (one channel shown) Shorting links TAD Compact Reference Figure 7. Connecting a TAD Compact Reference speaker in a single-wired system... -
Page 12: Bi-Wire Connections
(+) wires to the (+) amplifier terminals and both (–) wires to the (–) amplifier terminals, as shown in Figure 8. CAUTION Remove the shorting links before connecting speaker cables in bi-wiring connections. Amplifier (rear) SPEAKERS OUTPUT (one channel shown) Terminal Panel TAD Compact Reference Figure 8. Connecting a TAD Compact Reference speaker in a bi-wired system... -
Page 13: Bi-Amplification Connections
Bi-Amplification Connections Bi-Amplification allows the best performance from the TAD Compact Reference speaker system by using dedicated amplifiers for low- and high-frequency sections. There are two possible configurations, commonly referred to as horizontal and vertical bi-amping. WARNING Remove the shorting links before connecting speaker cables in bi-amplification connections. Failure to do so may result in damage to your amplifiers. -
Page 14: Horizontal Bi-Amping
Figure 10. This method requires that both amplifiers have the same gain; otherwise an imbalance will be heard between the low- and high-frequency reproduction from the speaker system. If in doubt, please consult your TAD dealer. Pre-Amplifier... -
Page 15: Optimizing The System
If any notes jump out at you more strongly than others, try improved image accuracy for poorer bass response. If this occurs, moving the TAD Compact Reference speaker system until you get try moving your listening position. Bass response is governed the most even progression of the notes. -
Page 16: Speaker Care
SPEAKER CARE Each TAD Compact Reference speaker system has a polymer finish that requires care similar to a grand piano. For accumulated dust and fingerprints, simply wipe the cabinet with the included cleaning cloth. CAUTION Do not use any cleaners or polishes on the cabinet or grille! In areas of high humidity, use a dehumidifier, and in areas of excessive dryness, use a humidifier to adjust the room’s humidity level. -
Page 17: Specifications
Included parts may vary slightly by region. TAD Compact Reference The specifications and construction details in this and related Model No. TAD publications are subject to change without notice. The TAD TAD-CR1 logo is a registered trademark of Technical Audio Devices, Inc. Design... -
Page 18: Dear Customer
DEAR CUSTOMER Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. - Page 19 Published by Pioneer Corporation. Copyright © 2009 TECHNICAL AUDIO DEVICES LABORATORIES, INC. All rights reserved. TECHNICAL AUDIO DEVICES LABORATORIES, INC. 4-1, Meguro 1-Chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan Printed in China <SRB1342-A>...
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