Anthem M1 User Manual

OPERATING MANUAL

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING!

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, AND
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE
PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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The lightning flash with arrowpoint within an equilateral
triangle warns of the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
warns users of the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE,
REPLACE THE FUSE ONLY WITH THE SAME AMPERAGE AND VOLTAGE
TYPE. REFER REPLACEMENT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING: UNIT MAY BECOME HOT. ALWAYS PROVIDE ADEQUATE
VENTILATION TO ALLOW FOR COOLING. DO NOT PLACE NEAR A HEAT

SOURCE, OR IN SPACES THAT CAN RESTRICT VENTILATION.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

s (including amplifiers) that

registers, stoves or other ap
produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding­type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your
safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacem

paratu

ent of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use

wh

caution
injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the ap
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped

en moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid

paratus has been

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Avoid installing this unit where foreign
objects may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top of this unit, do not place:

• Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

• Containers with liquid i

n them, as they may fall and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit.

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a case or similar. Install it away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture,

d/or cold.

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Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside this unit rises, it
may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily.

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This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as the Main Power Swit

on the rear panel is ON. This state is called the standby

mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.

NOTE: This product is not an auto voltage Receiver. Connect only to the prescribed AC outlet, i.e., 120V 60Hz or 230V 50Hz.

CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform

any

servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualified to do so.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Paradigm Electronics for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s au

thority to operate

the equipment.

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause h

armful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate th

e receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR UK CUSTOMERS: DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the
power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult
your dealer. If, nonetheless, the mains plug is cut off, REMOVE THE FUSE and dispose of the PLUG immediately, to avoid possible s

hock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instructions
given below:

IMPORTANT: DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked with the letter “E” or by the safety earth symbol or colored
GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW.

The wires in the mains lead on this product are colored in accord

ance with the following code:

BLUE – NEUTRAL

BROWN – LIVE

As these colors may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter “N” or colored BLACK.

The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter “L” or colored RED.

When replacing the fuse, only a co

rrectly rated

and approved type should be used, and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.

If in doubt consult a competent electrician.

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NOTES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed of with regular household waste but must be returned to a collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol on the product, user’s manual and packaging, point this out. The materials can be
reused in accordance with their markings. Through re-use, recycling of raw materi

als or other forms of recycling of old products, you are making
an important contribution to the protection of our environment. Your local administrative office can advise you of the responsible waste disposal
point.

Anthem and any related party assume no liability for the user’s failure to comply with any requirements.

RECYCLING AND REUSE GUIDELINES (Europe)
In accordance with the European Union WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive effective August 13, 2005, we would like
to notify you that this product may contain regulated materials which, upon disposal, require special reuse and recycling processing. For this
reason Paradigm Electronics Inc. (the manufacturer of Paradigm speakers and Anthem el
in European Union member nations to collect and recycle this product at no cost to you. To find your local distributor please contact the dealer
from whom you purchased this product or go to our website at www.paradigm.com.

ectronic products) has arranged with its distributors

Please note that only the product falls under the WEEE directive. When disposing of packaging and other shipping material we en
to recycle through the normal channels.

Anthem, Anthem Statement, Sonic Frontiers, and Paradigm are trademarks or registered trademarks of Paradigm Electronics Inc. Copyright
Paradigm Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. The information contained herein may not be reproduced in whole or in part without our
express written permission. We reserve the right to change specifications and/or features without notice as design improvements are
incorp

orated.

courage you

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