Definitive Technology D15, D17 Owner's Manual

DEMAND

Owner’s Manual

D15 & D17 Tower speakers

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WHAT OBSESSION SOUNDS LIKE™

Thank you for choosing the Definitive Technology Demand Series tower speakers. The Definitive Technology Demand Series high-performance tower speakers deliver full-range, room-filling sound and precise imaging in a modern, elegant styling. The Demand Series offers the most cutting-edge audio technologies, including a Balanced Double Surround System (BDSS) high output mid-bass drivers, a Linear Response Waveguide, dual side-firing bass radiators, carbon fiber woofers, and annealed aluminum dome tweeters with our 20/20 ware alignment lens and laterally offset tweeters.

Our engineers have spent many years developing this product. In order to ensure that you experience the finest performance possible-one we’ve continued to perfect since 1990-we encourage you to take a moment to fully read this owner’s manual and familiarize yourself with the proper installation and set-up procedures for your Demand Series tower speakers.

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Safety Instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to 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 is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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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 dry cloth.

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

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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

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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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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 apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

NOTES ON USE

WARNINGS

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Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.

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Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust.

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Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

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Do not let foreign objects into the unit.

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Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the unit.

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Never disassemble or modify the unit in any way.

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Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths or curtains.

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Naked flame sources such as lighted candles should not be placed on the unit.

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Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing fluids.

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Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the unit.

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING:

This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with the local recycling regulations. When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.

EU Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, [Sound United, LLC] declares that our product is in compliance with following EU/EC Directives. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:

RoHS: 2011/65/EU, and amendment directive (EU) 2015/863

Sound United, LLC 1 Viper Way Vista, CA 92081 USA EU contact : Sound United Europe, A division of D&M Europe B.V. Beemdstraat 11, 5653 MA Eindhoven, The Netherlands

EU declaration of conformity URL: https://www.definitivetechnology.com/declarations-of-conformity

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