Bg Radia R-17i, RADIA R-18i Setup And Owners Manual

The Power Of Clarity

Owner’s Manual and Setup Procedures

RADIA On-Wall.........................................R-18i / R-17i

Introduction

Congratulations and thank you for selecting state of the art Radia
loudspeakers from BG. We have assembled your loudspeakers with the
greatest care using high quality materials and advanced manufacturing
techniques. This craftsmanship, combined with our patented planar ribbon
technology, provides sound unmatched by any conventional loudspeaker.

The Radia On-Wall models R-18i and R-17i are highly versatile applications
loudspeakers- well suited for stereo, multi-channel audio or home theater.
Each model is offered in two colors- the R-18i in off-white or black, the
R-17i in silver or black.

The R-18i, with its unique ability to rotate the ribbon driver, is ideal as a
surround loudspeaker for home theater and multi-channel audio. The
R-17i is primarily designed for use as an LCR loudspeaker to accompany
flat panel televisions and displays.

Both Radia On-Wall models feature our latest patented planar ribbon
technology that deliver the amazing clarity and imaging that BG has become
known for.

CONTENTS:
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Introduction and Table of Contents...................................................2

Important Owner Information............................................................3

General Information (Unpacking your loudspeakers).......................4

Setup for Optimum Performance .....................................................5

R-18i DPC

Mounting Procedures......................................................................12

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(Dispersion Pattern Control) .....................................9

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Important Owner Information

Read and Follow Instructions – Please read this entire manual

before unpacking and setting up your BG Radia On-Wall loudspeakers. For
maximum performance and years of trouble-free enjoyment, all operating
and use instructions should be followed.

Retain – DO NOT discard any factory packing material. The packing and

shipping materials may be required in the unlikely event your loudspeakers
need to be moved or shipped to our service center at BG.

Cleaning – Use a wax-free cleaning substance only (i.e. Pledge

soft dry polishing cloth not a paper-based chamois.

DO NOT spray cleaning

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) with a

solution directly on the grill.

Liquid – DO NOT place BG loudspeakers near an open source of liquid

that may spill on the loudspeaker surfaces.

Heat – DO NOT place BG loudspeakers near a direct heat source.

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General Information

Unpacking Your BG Loudspeakers

1. Open the top of the box, remove your loudspeaker and place it on an even
surface in the general area of where be it will be installed.

2. Remove the foam pads off each end of the loudspeaker and pull the
loudspeaker out of the protective plastic bag.

3. Remove the wall-mounting bracket and drywall screw kit that is located in
the bottom of the box. Place those accessories near the loudspeaker.

Proper Hookup: Red terminal post to positive (+) amplifier post

Black terminal post to negative (-) amplifier post

Break-in Times: Typically a BG loudspeaker requires not less than 48

hours of operation at moderate sound level before reaching its optimum
sound quality. This improvement may be rather subtle but noticeable for
a trained listener. NOTE: Do not play your loudspeakers excessively loud
to try to accelerate this process!

Amplifier: BG loudspeakers are extremely accurate and deliver a

high degree of detail and resolution. A good 100-150 watt per channel
amplifier or receiver will deliver adequate power for a typical room size.
Your authorized BG dealer can recommend an amplifier best suited to
your needs.

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Optimum Setup

Setting Up Your BG Loudspeakers for Optimum Sound

Home Theater and Stereo Applications

Refer to the diagram on page 7 that depicts a recommended layout for BG
loudspeakers. This diagram is an overhead view of a typical listening room
with the video screen located at the top of the diagram (the front of the room).
Keep in mind that the room is an integral part of the sound reproduction
system and has a significant effect on your sound experience.

BG recommends locating your Radia R-17i loudspeaker symmetrically to the
left and right of the viewing screen (Plasma, LCD and DLP). Avoid mounting
left and right front loudspeakers close to a side wall as it may result in reduced
sound quality caused by reflections off the side wall.

The relative location of your listening position to the loudspeakers is also
important. We recommend when using the R-17i, the total spread distance
C (LC+RC=C) between them roughly equals to B so that all these distances
form an equilateral triangle. Your screen size also should be taken into
consideration. In most cases, C should be no less than 5 feet, with 7-10 feet
being optimal.

We recommend that the height of the loudspeakers be level with your flat
panel television for best visual appearance. However if your screen is installed
high on the wall, we recommend keeping the center of the loudspeaker under
5 feet, 3-4 feet being optimal.

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