Radio Shack STS 800 User Manual

Cat. No. 40-4068
STS 800 8-Inch Three-Way Tower Speaker
Your Optimus STS 800 8-Inch Three-
Way Tower Speaker is a three-way
acoustic suspension speaker that uses
an 8-inch vacuum-formed polypropy-
lene woofer that yields excellent low-
end response and tight, clean bass. A
5-inch polypropylene midrange pro-
vides accurate midrange response,
and a
3
/
4
-inch Mylar
®
dome wide dis-
persion tweeter provides clear and nat-
ural high-frequency sound
reproduction.
The speaker cabinet is solid in con-
struction and finished in genuine wood-
grain vinyl.
The decorative grille is acoustically
transparent.
Note:
You need speaker wire (not sup-
plied) to connect your speaker. Please
read through this entire manual before
you connect your speaker.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
Cautions:
• To prevent the cabinet from warp-
ing or discoloring, do not place the
speaker where it is exposed to
direct sunlight or excessive humid-
ity.
• Do not place the speaker where it
might be knocked over or hit by
falling objects.
© 1995 Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
Optimus is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
RadioShack is a trademark used by Tandy Corporation
Mylar is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Company..
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Radio Shack STS 800 Specifications

General

Brand	Radio Shack
Model	STS 800
Category	Speakers
Language	English

Summary

STS 800 Speaker Overview

Product Description

Details the 8-inch woofer, 5-inch midrange, 3/4-inch tweeter, and woodgrain vinyl cabinet.

Speaker Placement Guidelines

Optimal Stereo Positioning

Position speakers equally distant from each other and listening area for best stereo effect.

Placement Cautions

Avoid direct sunlight, humidity, and places where speakers can be knocked over.

Connecting to an Amplifier

Speaker Wire Selection

Recommends 18-gauge wire up to 50 feet, 16-gauge for longer distances.

Preparing Wire Ends

Instructions for splitting and stripping speaker wire ends for connection.

Making Connections

Guide on connecting speaker wires to amplifier terminals, ensuring correct polarity.

Care and Maintenance

Handling and Storage Advice

Handle speakers gently, avoid dropping, and store in normal temperature environments.

Cabinet Cleaning

Clean with a soft, dry cloth; avoid liquids and vacuum cleaners to prevent damage.

Protecting Speaker Elements

Do not touch speaker elements; prevent dents or bending to avoid sound distortion.

Specifications and Warranty

Technical Specifications

Lists impedance, frequency response, power handling, sensitivity, and dimensions.

RadioShack Limited Warranty

Details the 5-year warranty, repair policy, and exclusions for defects and misuse.