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QUAD S Series User Manual

QUAD S Series
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Owner's Manual
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QUAD S Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandQUAD
ModelS Series
CategorySpeakers
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Information

Electrical Safety Warnings

Covers risk of electric shock, not opening the unit, and referring servicing to qualified personnel.

Operational Safety Precautions

Details on avoiding water, heat, proper ventilation, cord protection, and accessory usage.

Environmental Responsibility

Guidance on the correct disposal of the product to prevent environmental harm.

Introduction to QUAD S Series

System Connection and Operation Notes

Provides essential notes for correct and safe installation and operation of loudspeakers.

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Unpacking Loudspeaker Cabinets

Instructions for carefully unpacking the loudspeakers and retaining packing materials.

Fitting Spikes for S4 and S5

Detailed steps for fitting spikes to floor-standing S4 and S5 models for stability.

Mounting S1 and S2 Models

Guidance on stand mounting for S1 and S2 loudspeakers or placing them on a shelf.

Speaker Positioning Guidelines

Optimal Placement and Spacing

Recommendations for loudspeaker placement relative to listener and room walls.

Experimenting with Configuration

Advice on experimenting with different speaker positions for best sound.

Connections and Terminals

Understanding Crossover Terminals

Explanation of the crossover network and its separate terminal pairs for bass and treble.

Selecting and Preparing Speaker Cable

Guidance on choosing appropriate audio cable and preparing its ends for connection.

Connecting to Speaker Terminals

Step-by-step instructions for securely connecting speaker cables to terminals.

Advanced Loudspeaker Connections

Bi-Wiring Explained

Details on the bi-wiring technique to improve audio clarity by separating bass and treble signals.

Bi-Amplifying (Bi-Amping) Option

Discusses the benefits and possibilities of bi-amping with dedicated amplifiers.

Home Theatre System Integration

SC and S1 Model Roles

Explains the roles of the SC centre channel and S1 small loudspeaker in home theatre setups.

Typical Home Theatre Wiring

Illustrates connection diagrams for integrating QUAD speakers into a home theatre system.

Optimizing Performance

Ensuring Correct Speaker Phase

Explains how incorrect phasing can affect sound definition and bass response.

Amplifier Compatibility and Power

Advice on selecting compatible amplifiers with adequate power for optimal performance.

Loudspeaker Running-In Period

Guidance on the initial 'running-in' period for electro-mechanical systems to improve sonic performance.

Cabinets, Grilles, and Drive Units Care

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the loudspeaker cabinets and components.

Service and Support Information

Returning Loudspeakers for Service

Procedures for returning loudspeakers for servicing, recommending original packaging.

Contacting Distributors and Service

Information on contacting appointed distributors for product or service enquiries.

UK Authorised Service Centre Details

Contact information for the Authorised QUAD Service Centre in the UK.

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