Atlantic FS5 User Manual

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FS5
Slim Profile Front Stage Loudspeaker
Specications for the FS5
Type Sealed-box, 2-way front stage Le, Center, Right
Drivers: Woofers (2) 4.5˝ CPP drivers per channel
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Tweeter (1)
Frequency Response 80Hz - 20kHz
Nominal Impedance 6 Ohms
Crossover Frequency 3.5kHz
Sensitivity 89dB
Recommended Amplier Power 10-140 Watts
Dimensions 50˝ x 6
Weight (each, unpacked) 18 lbs; 8.16kg
Specications are those in effect at the time of printing. Atlantic Technology reserves the right to change specications or appearance at any time without notice. Dolby Digital, AC-3, 5.1, Dolby Stereo and Dolby Pro Logic are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. DTS is a registered trademark of DTS Inc.
/4˝ silk dome tweeters per channel
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x 3˝ (1270 x 170 x 76mm) w/grille
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FS5
Slim Profile Front Stage Loudspeaker
ank you for choosing Atlantic Technology
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ome theater products. Your new speaker system is precision craed to give you years of enjoyable, trouble free service. is manual covers the At­lantic Technology FS5 Front Stage Loudspeaker. e FS5 contains the Le, Center and Right video display either on a shelf, mounted on the wall or attached to an articulating TV mount. Each FS5 consists of a low resonance MDF cab­inet, dual 4.5˝ CPP drivers, and high quality crossover components for each of the three front channels. e FS5 is designed for use with all surround formats such as Dolby Digital, DTS or Dolby Atmos.
Connecting Your System
We recommend that you connect your FS5 speaker systems with high quality dual conduc­tor stranded wire of 18 gauge or larger, for lengths up to 25 feet. Use 16 gauge dual conduc­tor or larger for longer runs of wire. Contact your local audio/video specialist for specic cable recommendations and further informa­tion for special circumstances.
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/4˝ silk dome tweeter
Figure 2: Typical wiring diagram for speakers in a home theater.
Warning: To prevent risk of electrical shock
or damage to your equipment, always
switch off the amplier or receiver when
making connections to the speaker.
You can connect your FS5 speakers by using a variety of audio connectors, or you can:
Strip about connecting insulation from the connecting wires. Connect them to the appropriate push terminal, being careful to observe polarity (positive to the red terminal, negative to the black terminal).
Whether you are connecting a complete FS5 system, or adding a single speaker component to your present system, the wiring should look like the diagram in Figure 2.
Figure 1: Gold plated spring binding posts
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/2˝ (13mm) of insulation from the
accept up to 14 gauge bare wire.
Warning: Before turning on the amplier, be certain that no stray wire strands
are touching across the two terminals as this might damage your amplier.
Finally, check the polarity of your front speakers by listening to some music. If the sound seems hollow, unusually spread out, or has weak bass, recheck your connec­tions for proper polarity. If necessary, reverse any out of phase connections. Only one speaker wired out of phase is usually the culprit.
Placement and Operation
e slim prole design of the FS5 allows it to easily blend in when mounted above or below a at panel display. e speaker can be mounted most simply by using the 4 self-adhesive feet included in the accessory bag, and placing the speaker on a sturdy shelf or table.
You can also wall mount the speaker using the keyhole brackets built into the back of the speaker. Be sure to anchor the speaker properly to avoid damaging your walls or the speaker.
e Shelf-2405 is another great option for the FS5. e Shelf-2405 is a kit that consists of a pair of metal shelves that t on top of a at panel display. Check out www.atlantictechnology.com under “soundbars” for more information.
FS5 shown on the
Shelf-2405.
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Listening Levels and Power Handling – IMPORTANT!
e power recommendation for these speaker components assumes that you will not operate your amplier/receiver in a way that produces distortion. Even rugged speakers like FS5 can be damaged by a moderately powered system driven beyond its intended capacity. e harsh amplier clipping that occurs in this situation will cause damage to the speaker system. is type of dam­age is easily identiable through examination of the damaged speaker’s voice coil and is not cov­ered by the warranty. e FS5 will play very loudly when provided with enough clean power to do so. Again, consult your dealer or Atlantic Technology for additional information.
Figure 3
Typical arrangement for speakers in a home theater. For best results, place the sur-
round speakers within the shaded area. Note that the surround speakers are marked
Le and Right. It is important that the speakers be placed correctly for proper imaging.
Mounting
e FS5 speakers can be mounted in a variety of ways:
Attaching an FS5 to a at-screen mount or articulating mount:
Check with the manufacturer of your atscreen wall bracket. Most manufacturers offer an optional hardware kit to allow for mounting a sound bar to the TV mount. e FS5 features a pair of
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/4-20 screws to attach the speaker to the bracket.
On the wall:
To mount your speakers on a wall, we have installed metal key-hole brackets on the back of the FS5 speakers. Be sure to use a strong screw whose head and sha will t within the keyhole opening and slot. Also be sure to drive the screw well into a stud or use a mounting device (such as a molly-bolt) that is capable of holding the weight of the speaker. Never simply drive a nail or screw into a sheet rock or other wall materials. Always follow the above guidelines for safe speaker mounting.
On a table or shelf:
Adhesive rubber feet are included.
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/4-20 threaded inserts in the back of the cabinet. Use
Care and Feeding of Your Speakers
Clean your speaker cabinets using a so cloth moistened with a mild, non-abrasive glass cleaner being careful not to wet the edges of the cabinet. Also, be careful not to get any cleaning uids on the driver cones or domes. It may be best to dampen the cloth with the cleaner and then wipe the speakers. Use a so cloth, but do not use any paper products, because no matter how so they may feel, they will scratch the nish. Aer care­fully removing the grilles from the speakers, clean them with a quick pass from a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment. is should remove any dust accumulation. Avoid placing your speakers in direct sunlight or near a source of heat that may, over time, damage the nish.
Important: Save Your Boxes!
If possible, save the cartons, packing pieces, and plastic bags that came with your speak­ers. ey will be useful in case you move or have to ship your loudspeakers for any rea­son. In any case, save all packing materials until you are certain that the systems have suffered no damage in shipment. If you nd such damage, either visible or internal, con­tact your dealer immediately for the proper return procedure.
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Warranty
ank you for purchasing an Atlantic Technology product. We wish you many years of enjoyment and satisfaction from it. You do not need to send in anything to be covered by the Limited Warranty. All you need to do is keep your original Invoice or Bill of Sale for proof of purchase, meet the stated requirements, and follow the instructions listed within the Warranty.
Please attach your Original Invoice or Bill of Sale to this manual as proof of purchase and keep them in a safe place.
VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE NOTE THAT ATLANTIC TECH­NOLOGY PRODUCTS CARRY ONLY A 90 DAY LIMITED WAR-
ANTY. YOU MUST MEET ALL THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
R AND REGISTER ONLINE IN ORDER TO BE COVERED BY THE FREE EXTENDED SERVICE AGREEMENT TO ASSURE EXTENDED FREE
ROTECTION!!
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Free Extended Service Agreement
Atlantic Technology offers a free Extended Service Agreement that provides enhanced protection against product defects. In order to qualify for the free Extended Service Agreement you must:
1. Have purchased your Atlantic Technology products from an Authorized Atlantic Technology Reseller or Installer.
2. Go to www.atlantictechnology.com and click on Support>Register Your Warranty. Fill out the required information. Be sure to have your home ad­dress, name, address and invoice from the business you purchased, and the serial numbers of all Atlantic Technology products purchased. THIS MUST
BE DONE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE.
If you purchased multiple Atlantic Technology products you will be able to enter them all using one online form. Model and Serial numbers can be found on the back of each unit and on the outside of their respective boxes.
Once all the criteria have been met, you qualify for a free Extended Service Agreement that entitles you to additional coverage against defects in work­manship and manufacturing for a period of up to 5 years on nonpowered product and up to 1 year on powered product. is coverage is in addition to the 90 Day Limited Warranty included with all Atlantic Technology products.
If you are not able to register your product using the internet, please call customer service at 781.762.6300.
Limited Warranty
Statement of Warranty: Atlantic Technology International Corp. warrants Atlantic Technology Products to be free from defects in material and work­manship for 90 days from the time of original purchase. is Warranty cov­ers the original retail purchaser of this product only and is valid only in the Continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii and all US Possessions.
Extended Service Agreement (only available in the Continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii and all US Possessions):You must Register your
Warranty online, and have purchased your product(s) from an authorized
Atlantic Technology reseller to receive the Extended Service that covers your Atlantic Technology products beyond the standard 90 day Warranty.
To obtain Warranty service: Please contact your local Atlantic Technology reseller to determine if they are an Authorized Repair Center for Atlantic Technology products. You will need your original Invoice or Bill of Sale to prove Warranty eligibility. If your local dealer is not an Authorized War­ranty Center you may contact us at 781-762-6300 for further help or to send the product to us for service and repair. You must rst request a Return Au­thorization Number from us to ship the product back, so it is imperative that you call us rst.
What we are responsible for: We will pay for all labor and parts for covered
tems. If the repairs are eligible for coverage under the terms of this Warranty
i we will also pay for return shipping charges to you.
What you are responsible for: You must pack the product properly for safe shipping to your Authorized Dealer or us. You are responsible to pay for all packing, shipping, and insurance costs to get the unit(s) back to At­lantic Technology or your Authorized Dealer.
Optional replacement: We, at our option, may replace rather than repair your Atlantic Technology product with a new or reconditioned one of the same or similar design. e repair or replacement will be warranted for 90 days from date of receipt back to you. All details in terms of eligibility for an Extended Service Agreement will carry over from the original purchase to the replacement item.
What this Warranty does not cover: is Warranty does not cover defects resulting from accidents, damage while in transit, alterations, unauthorized repair, failure to follow instructions, misuse, re, ood, and Acts of God. is Warranty will be void if the product’s serial number has been altered or removed or if the product has been modied or defaced.
Exclusions and Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of tness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is t for ordinary use) are limited to the period of any Warranty granted hereby. We will not pay for loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use, or property damage caused by your Atlantic Technology product or its fail­ure to work, or any other incidental or consequential damages.
State law rights: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. is Warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
is Warranty is valid only when Atlantic Technology products are pur­chased from an Authorized Atlantic Technology Reseller in the Continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii and all US Possessions. If you purchase Atlantic Technology products outside the United States please consult your local distributor or reseller for applicable Warranty coverage and restric­tions.
Should you have any questions or problems please feel free to contact us at 781-762-6300 or through our web site, www.atlantictechnology.com.
For Future Reference
Record your serial numbers and date of purchase here:
Model Number _____________________________________
Serial Number ______________________________________
Date of Purchase _____________________________________
e serial number is found on the back panel.
Copyright ©2016 Atlantic Technology International.
Specications are those in effect at the time of printing. Atlantic Technology reserves the right to change specications or designs at any time without notice.
343 Vanderbilt Avenue Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-6300
www.atlantictechnology.com
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