Definitive Technology Bipolar SuperTower BP7002, Bipolar SuperTower BP7006, Bipolar SuperTower BP7004 Owner's Manual

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and each speaker one quarter the length of

each
somewhat brighter, clearer sound with a sharper focus and a more solid central
image (generally,
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one active driver above one of
cloth). The side-mounted subwoofers
higher mounted active woofers facing
woofers facing
determine which side the higher mounted active wooferison.) Facing
woofers
with your
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speakers. Often, adjusting the spikes or
approximately

to

the rear wall will increase

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with the speakers'
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wall

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speakers should usually

from

the side walls

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other.

interference with the rear radiated
The BP7002/BP7004/BP7006s

wayitsounds best. Again, experimenttodetermine the best location

Angling the speakersin(pointed directlyatthe listener)

will

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or out will vary

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go

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low

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resultina

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speaker2)with a flat-coned radiator

out

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to,

or further

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frequency controls). Sometimes placement further

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placed a minimum of5to7 feet apart

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sense ofdepth.

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"Spiking" Your Loudspeakers

An optional "spiking" kit has been provided should you desireto"spike"
your loudspeakers. "Spiking" your loudspeakers will provide greater stability
when placing your loudspeakers on carpeting and will also, according
experts, result
taken when using spikesasthey may cause damagetowooden or other floors
which are susceptible to being scratched. Definitive Technology
not responsible for damage which may result from the use of spikes.

The spike kit contains four spikes.
the stabilizer brackets and the bottom
into the brass inserts on the stabilizer brackets and the bottom

Then, with the help
its

exact desired position on the
position you want because once the spikes are
speakers sideways on the rug or floor - this may damage the floor or the
speakers. Next, adjust the spikes

II

(and does not rock).

in

an overall improvementinsonic performance. Care should

of

to

is

specifically

To

install, unscrew the plastic guides on

of

the speaker. Then screw the four spikes

of

the speakers.

another person, lift the speaker upright and lower it

floor.

You

must lower the speakertothe exact

in

place you cannot move the

so

the speaker sits solidly on all four spikes

many

be

to