Avalon Acoustics Symbol User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

SYMBOL

DESIGNED BY NEIL PATEL FOR AVALON ACOUSTICS

This product is certified to meet the requirements of the European Union (EU)
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive (89/336/EEC). Because the permanent
magnets attached to the loudspeaker drivers produce magnetic fields, it is
recommended that the product not be positioned in very close proximity to computer
monitors or television sets.

Table of Contents

1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 3

2 Unpacking Instructions .......................................................................................................... 4

Introduction ........................................................................................................... 4

Contents ................................................................................................................ 4

Opening the Loudspeaker Containers ............................................................ 5

Installing the Upper Grilles .................................................................................. 6

Orientation of the Felt Anti-Diffraction Mask .................................................. 6

Installing the Mounting Feet Spikes................................................................... 6

3 Wiring Instructions .................................................................................................................. 7

Introduction ........................................................................................................... 7

Connecting the Speaker to the Amplifier ....................................................... 7

4 Break-in Period ....................................................................................................................... 8

5 Maximizing Two Channel Performance ............................................................................... 9

Break-in .................................................................................................................. 9

Grille Assemblies ................................................................................................... 9

Speaker Placement and Symmetry ................................................................. 9

Toe-In ...................................................................................................................... 10

Mounting Feet Spikes .......................................................................................... 10

First Reflection Points ........................................................................................... 10

Corner Treatment ................................................................................................. 10

6 Care of Your Loudspeakers .................................................................................................. 11

Cabinet (Hardwood Finish) ................................................................................ 11

GGrille Assembly .................................................................................................. 11

Drivers ..................................................................................................................... 11

7 Warranty .................................................................................................................................. 12

In the Event of a Problem ................................................................................... 12

Warranty Statement ............................................................................................ 12

10 Features ................................................................................................................................. 14

11 Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 15

12 Notes ..................................................................................................................................... 16

1 Introduction

The Avalon MultiChannel System SYMBOL reflects our passion for creating loudspeakers
that capture the imagination, and accurately reproduce the three-dimensional space of
modern film soundtracks as well as discreet multi-channel musical recordings.

Drawing upon our many years of experience in loudspeaker research, design, listening,
and manufacturing, and combining the most powerful tools of modern technology with
master craftsmanship of the finest artisans, we have created an unsurpassed holistic
system.

The SYMBOL is a two-way design, utilizing a unique high-definition tweeter and an
exclusive ceramic-coated woofer. Benefiting from our proprietary driver/cabinet
alignment The SYMBOL achieves precise and detailed upper frequencies with superb low
frequency support that is smooth and evenly dispersed. Careful control of polar
response characteristics allows The SYMBOL to be used in both a two-channel and
theater configuration.

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2 Unpacking Instructions

Note: Matched pairs of loudspeakers are sequentially serialized,
with the lower of the two numbers as even. Contact your
dealer immediately if you have NOT received a matched pair.

Introduction

Your Avalon MultiChannel Systems loudspeakers were shipped in heavily padded
cardboard containers to ensure their safe arrival. It is recommended to save these
containers for possible future use.

Contents

The outer shipping box contains the two inner loudspeaker containers and an accessory
box containing the upper grille assemblies, the owner's manual, and the mounting feet
with spikes and hardware.

Avalon MultiChannel Systems loudspeakers are carefully matched in pairs for sonic
performance and aesthetics. All matched pairs are sequentially serial numbered, and
the lower of the two serial numbers is even. For example, serial numbers M00024 and
M00025 are a matched pair. Please check the serial numbers on the end of your
shipping boxes or on the bottom of the loudspeakers to insure that you have received a
matched pair.

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Opening the Loudspeaker Containers

2.

Remove outer carton
vertically; speaker stands
upon foam padding.

3.

Lay speaker upon a soft cloth
or towel. Install feet without
spikes in this position.

1.

Cut outer carton packing
at the BOTTOM ONLY,
open flaps and stand upright.

Carefully cut the packing tape on the BOTTOM ONLY, open the flaps to the container
and stand upright. Lift the container off of the loudspeakers vertically; the speakers
stand upon protective foam padding.

Next, gently lay the speaker upon a soft cloth or towel. Install the mounting feet in this
position. It is recommended to wait before installing the spikes in the feet, as they can
make final placement difficult and can damage your floor. Please refer to Figure 2.1.

Figure 2.1 – Unpacking the loudspeakers.

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