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Studiophile LX4 System
version: LX4-050504
User Guide
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Studiophile LX4 Surround System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Speaker Enclosure Front and Rear Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
LX4-2.1 Subwoofer, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction Thank you for choosing the Studiophile Series LX4-2.1 / 5.1 studio nearfield monitor speakers. M-Audio is well known for digital audio interface technology, digital converters, audio preamps and mixers. Now, born from extensive research and development, the Studiophile LX4-2.1 System and 5.1 Expander is changing the concept of studio reference monitoring in 2.1 / 5.1 systems. The LX4-2.1 System is designed with the option to add the LX4-5.1 Expander package, thereby upgrading to the
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Studiophile LX4 Surround System Features 1. Satellite Woofer - the Satellite Speaker’s woofer units are 4 inches in diameter with a magnetically shielded mineral-filled polypropylene cone, high- temperature voice coil and damped closed cell foam surround. It is designed to deliver balanced mid- and low-frequency response. Polypropylene is used to react against the input signals accurately, and to deliver even minimal input precisely while minimizing distortion. 2. Satellite Tweeter - by employin
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Speaker Enclosure Front and Rear Panel Features LX4-2.1 Subwoofer, Rear 1. TRS Inputs: These jacks accept 1/4” connections with either balanced or unbalanced wiring. For balanced wiring, a three-conductor TRS plug is necessary.The input wiring of a TRS connector should be as follows: TRS TIP - Signal positive (+) TRS RING - Signal negative (–) TRS SLEEVE - Signal ground (Shield) Unbalanced 1/4” wiring can be done with either a two- or three-conductor (TS or TRS) plug. A two-conductor (TS) plug a
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2. Sub Volume: Use the Sub Volume to set the Subwoofer output sound pressure level relative to other output channels as required. Once the subwoofer to satellite balance is achieved, use the Master Volume to control overall listening levels. 3. Power / Protect. LED: When the power switch is switched to ON, the LED will glow “Green.” When the Protection circuitry of the power amplifiers has turned on because of any abnormal conditions, including overdriving the speakers into heavy clipping for to
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LX4 Satellite Speaker, Rear The rear panel of each Satellite Speaker houses a single pair of spring-type speaker terminals. LX4 Satellite Speaker, Front The front panel of each LX4 Satellite Speaker houses single Woofer and Tweeter drivers. Installation - LX4-2.1 System For optimal performance of the LX4-2.1, please read the following thoroughly and carefully prior to installation. Precautions Handling: Please do not touch the speaker cones.The LX4-2.1 speaker set is packaged in the box tightly,
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Speaker Wire Connections Use speaker wires included in LX5-2.1 package to connect the Left and Right Speaker output terminals, found on the Subwoofer’s rear panel, to the Left and Right Speakers. TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Connections Assure that the LX4’s power switch is turned to the off position and that it’s Master Volume is turned all the way down. Connect the male end of a TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cable to the TRS inputs on the Sub-woofer’s rear panel. 7
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Connecting to Preamp, Computer or Game Console Outputs Before connecting, make sure the output device’s power has been turned off. Plug the TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cable to the corresponding output connectors of a pre-amplifier, computer or game console. Installation - LX4-5.1 Expander For optimal performance of the LX4-5.1 Expander, please read the following thoroughly and carefully prior to installation. Precautions Handling: Please do not touch the speaker cones.The LX4-5.1 expander set
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Speaker Wire Connections Use speaker wires included in LX4-5.1 Expander package to connect the SL (Surround Left), SR (Surround Right) and C (Center) Speaker output terminals, found on the Subwoofer’s rear panel, to the SL, SR and C Speakers. Placing the Speakers - LX4-2.1 System Placing the speakers is one of the most important procedures.To monitor with the LX4s performing to their maximum capability, an appropriate listening environment and correct placement are required. Please refer to the
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2. The two Left and Right speaker units and the listener should basically align to form a regular, or equilateral triangle. Refer to the following diagram. 3. Position the monitors so that the tops of the woofers are level with your ears in a normal listening environment. Refer to the following diagram. 4. Place the LX4’s Left and Right units vertically with the woofer on the bottom. Placing the LX4 monitors horizontally is not recommended. Note: DO NOT place any obstacles that may block the flo
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Placing the Speakers - LX4-5.1 Expander Placing the speakers is one of the most important procedures in order to monitor sound accurately. To monitor with the LX4s performing to their maximum capability, an appropriate listening environment and correct placement are required. Please refer to the following for correct LX4-5.1 placement. 1. The Center Speaker - For best directional effect, try to have the center speaker at the same height as the L & R speakers.The front of the center speaker shoul
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Technical Support & Contact Information For additonal help, contact M-Audio Technical Support by telephone (626-445-8495, 9-5 PST M-F), by fax (626-445-7564) or by e-mail (techsupt@m-audio.com). If you have any questions, comments or suggestions about this or any M-Audio product, we invite you to contact us directly at: M-AUDIO U.S. M-AUDIO Deutschland (Germany) 5795 Martin Road, Irwindale, CA 91706-6211, U.S.A. Kuhallmand 34, D-74613 Ohringen, Germany Sales Information: 626-633-9050 Sales Infor
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Warranty Terms M-Audio warrants products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and provided that the product is owned by the original, registered user. Visit www.m-audio.com/warranty for terms and limitations applying to your specific product. Warranty Registration Thank you for registering your new M-Audio product. Doing so immediately both entitles you to full warranty coverage and helps M-Audio develop and manufacture the finest quality products available. Reg
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Appendix A - Technical Specifications Type: 3-way studio reference with subwoofer (2.1 System), expandable to 5.1 Subwoofer Driver: 8 inch diameter, specially-developed curved-profile pulp cone, high-temperature voice coil and damped closed cell foam surround - designed for sub-frequency pressure levels with very high efficiency and extremely low distortion LF Driver: 4-inch dia.,magnetically-shielded with curved mineral-filled polypropylene cone, high temperature voice coil and damped closed c
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Appendix B - Block Diagram 15
