Definitive Technology PowerMonitor 700 User Manual

Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of a Definitive Technology
PowerMonitor Audio/Video Loudspeaker System. This revolu-
tionary loudspeaker utilizes state-of-the-art components (cast-
basket homopolymer-coned bass-midrange drivers, moving coil
ferrofluid-cooled pure aluminum dome high frequency radiator,
long excursion subwoofer, Infinite Power Source™ amplifier,
uniphase crossover networks, etc.), a non-resonant monocoque
cabinet, low diffraction construction and complete magnetic
shielding, in order to achieve the most lifelike sound possible in
your listening room for many years to come.
The Definitive Technology PowerMonitors are compact
high definition loudspeaker systems designed for use in
audio/video systems of the highest quality. Because of their
compact size, wide range, high power handling and natural
articulate clarity, they are ideal for use as a left main, right
main, and center speaker (which may be stand, shelf, wall or
in-cabinet mounted) in conjunction with all surround sound
decoding systems, including Dolby Pro Logic*, Dolby Digital
AC-3*, DTS*, Dolby Digital EX*, as well as all 6.1 and 7.1
systems. In addition, the PowerMonitors are ideal for use as
rear or side surround speakers in all surround sound decoding
systems or as audiophile quality main speakers in a high qual-
ity stereo system.
PowerMonitor
500
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700
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900
Audio/Video Magnetically Shielded Loudspeakers
with Built-In Powered Subwoofer
Owner's Manual
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Definitive Technology PowerMonitor 700 Specifications

General

Sensitivity	90 dB
Nominal Impedance	8 Ohms
Recommended Amplifier Power	20 - 300 watts
Type	Bookshelf speakers
Drivers	1" Aluminum Dome Tweeter

Summary

Safety Precautions

Unpacking Your PowerMonitors

Please Inspect For Shipping Damage

Inspect for visible or concealed damage and report to dealer. Save cartons and record serial number.

Positioning the PowerMonitors in Your Room

Speaker Break-In

Connecting Your Loudspeakers

Hooking Up Your PowerMonitors

Connect receiver/amplifier terminals to speaker binding posts for audio signal.

Using Your PowerMonitors with Dolby Digital AC-3 Systems

Hooking Up with Speaker Wire Only

Connect via speaker wire, set bass management to "Large" speakers and "no" subwoofer.

Using the LFE Input on Your PowerMonitors

Use Y connector from LFE out to speaker LFE inputs. Set bass management to "yes" subwoofer.

Using Your PowerMonitors with an Additional Subwoofer on the LFE Channel

Use of PowerMonitors as Rear or Side Surround Speakers

Use as surround speakers by connecting to rear/side outputs and setting decoder to "Large" surrounds.

Powering Up the Active Subwoofer Section

Setting Your PowerMonitors' Low Frequency Control

Setting Low-Frequency Balance When Using Separate LFE Input

Set speaker level for balanced music, use decoder for movie effects. Controls can be set independently.

VERY IMPORTANT: SETTING CHANNEL BALANCE AND BASS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

Crucial for system balance. Bass management settings vary; adjust for "Large" or "Small" speakers/subwoofers.

Setting Bass and Treble Controls on Your Receiver or Amplifier

The PowerMonitor Home Theater System

Troubleshooting

Technical Assistance

Service

Definitive Technology Offices

Address and phone number for inquiries and service authorization.

PowerMonitors Preliminary Specifications

Limited Warranty