Dynaudio Evidence Master, Evidence Temptation Owner's Manual

Evidence

Owners manual/Bedienungsanleitung

Home Systems I Professional I Automotive I Multimedia

Dynaudio Evidence

Content

Introduction ....................................................................................... 3

Safety Instructions ............................................................................ 4

About this guide ................................................................................ 4

Used expressions and symbols .................................................... 4

Unpacking the Loudspeakers .......................................................... 5

Connecting......................................................................................... 6

Connecting the loudspeakers ....................................................... 6

Connecting surround speakers ..................................................... 7

Positioning......................................................................................... 8

General recommendations............................................................ 8

Distance to back and side walls.................................................... 9

Floor-standing loudspeaker set-up ............................................... 9

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

Room and furniture influence...................................................... 10

Grille............................................................................................ 10

Multi-Channel Setup........................................................................ 11

Loudspeakers for multi-channel setups ...................................... 11

Multi-channel loudspeaker setup ................................................ 12

Running-in / Care & Maintenance .................................................. 13

Warranty........................................................................................... 14

Technical Specifications ................................................................ 27

Inhalt

Einleitung ......................................................................................... 15

Sicherheitshinweise........................................................................ 16

Zu dieser Anleitung......................................................................... 16

Verwendete Begriffe und Symbole ............................................. 16

Auspacken der Lautsprecher......................................................... 17

Anschließen ..................................................................................... 18

Lautsprecher anschließen........................................................... 18

Surround-Lautsprecher anschließen........................................... 19

Aufstellen ......................................................................................... 20

Allgemeine Empfehlungen .......................................................... 20

Abstand zu Rückwand und Seitenwänden ................................. 21

Standlautsprecher aufstellen ...................................................... 21

Auf den Hörplatz ausrichten ....................................................... 22

Wohnraumeinrichtung................................................................. 22

Frontabdeckung .......................................................................... 22

Mehrkanal-Anlage ........................................................................... 23

Lautsprecher für eine Mehrkanal-Anlage.................................... 23

Aufstellen der Mehrkanal-Lautsprecher ...................................... 24

Inbetriebnahme / Pflegehinweise...................................................25

Garantie............................................................................................ 26

Technische Daten............................................................................ 27

Evidence.book Seite 2 Montag, 12. Januar 2009 2:04 14

Dynaudio Evidence 3

Introduction

English

Introduction

Dear Music Lover,

Thank you for your decision to acquire these very special Dynaudio Evidence
loudspeakers.

They feature advanced Dynaudio loudspeaker technology, resulting in music
reproduction at a very high level, making many familiar recordings a new listening
experience altogether. This advanced technology results from many years of intense
research and development, the highest quality standards in production, and Dynaudio's
enduring passion for musical truth.

Dynaudio is one of very few companies who can realize such loudspeaker concepts
through it's own in-house development and production facilities. These facilities are so
advanced and the quality control is so strict that Dynaudio is likely the only specialty audio
company to have exceeded ISO 9000 and earned QS 9000 certification.

Your new Dynaudio loudspeaker is constructed by Dynaudio's master craftsmen in
Denmark to these high standards of quality. To realize the highest sound, some areas
should be addressed, as will be explored on the following pages. By considering the tips
and suggestions, you will achieve the maximum performance and enjoyment of the
Dynaudio loudspeakers and it's advanced musical capabilities for a long time to come.

Please also visit our web site www.dynaudio.com.
You will find additional information:

• Dynaudio dealers in your area

• Questions and answers about Dynaudio products and technical information

• Dynaudio events and news

We wish you many years of enjoyment experiencing music,
Dynaudio

Evidence.book Seite 3 Montag, 12. Januar 2009 2:04 14

4 Dynaudio Evidence

Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions

About this guide

Used expressions and symbols

In this operating manual following signs and symbols are used:

CAUTION

HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS

Listening to high sound pressure levels over a longer period of time
may harm your hearing.

X To avoid auditory effect do not listen to very high sound levels

over a longer period of time.

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 product.

CAUTION

Indicates (in combination with a safety sign) a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury or damage to equipment.

Note: Additional information is provided, which is important to fully understand the

loudspeakers and how to operate it.

X The arrow will identify steps to be performed. Please follow the instructions carefully.

1.2.Multiple steps that should be performed consecutively are numbered.

Please follow these instructions carefully.

Evidence.book Seite 4 Montag, 12. Januar 2009 2:04 14

Dynaudio Evidence 5

Unpacking the Loudspeakers

Unpacking the Loudspeakers

Dynaudio Evidence models are protected during transit by stable and secure packaging.
Due to their weight and dimensions, they are shipped in a special wooden crate.

To unpack the Evidence Master loudspeakers:

X Please consult your Dynaudio dealer.

To unpack the Temptation and Center models:

1. Lay the transport box flat on the floor.

2. Remove the screws along the top plate, the top plate and the five safety pads.

3. Remove the screws along the bottom plate.

4. Carefully lift the sidewall frame.

5. Carefully remove the loudspeaker by lifting it up horizontally.

6. Turn the loudspeaker and slowly place it on its plinth.

7. Remove the wrapping foil by lifting it on one end and unwrap it in a clock-wise motion.
Do not use blades, cutters or any other sharp objects that will destroy the foil.

8. Fix the sidewall frame on the bottom plate again.

9. Place the wrapping and the safety pads back into the box and close the plate.

The wooden transport crates and custom cartons are intended for long-term use and
should be used whenever the loudspeakers are to be transported, and as such they
should be stored for future use.

CAUTION

HEAVY PARTS

Unpacking the Evidence loudspeakers without help may cause
personal injuries or product damage.

X Consult your trained Dynaudio dealer for assistance.
X Two people are recommended to unpack the loudspeakers.

Fig. 1 Packaging (Temptation and Center models only,

figure shows Temptation).

Evidence.book Seite 5 Montag, 12. Januar 2009 2:04 14

6 Dynaudio Evidence

Connecting

Connecting

Connecting the loudspeakers

1. Connect a two-pole (+/-) loudspeaker cable to the binding posts, located at rear of the

cabinet (see Fig. 2). The high quality, gold plated binding posts can accommodate
different connection systems:

– 4-mm-plugs (“banana plugs”): The pins can be put directly into the binding post

without any tightening necessary.

– Cable spades: Un-tighten the binding posts, insert the spade into the opening, and

secure the spade by tightening the posts.

– Bare wires: Un-tighten the binding posts and place the cable into the binding

posts. Tighten the posts.

Note:

• With every connection system, ensure that the contact is tight and has a proper
contact area.

• Connectors with similar gold plating as the loudspeakers binding posts will typically
offer the best results and remain corrosion-free.

• Please ensure that the positive and negative cables do not make contact with each
other.

• Tighten the posts, and check the contact after a few days to make sure that it hasn’t
loosened.

Fig. 2 Binding posts at rear of cabinet.

Evidence.book Seite 6 Montag, 12. Januar 2009 2:04 14

Dynaudio Evidence 7

Connecting

2. Connect the other cable ends to the loudspeaker outputs of your switched off power

amp (see Fig. 3).

Note:

X Please make sure that both loudspeakers are connected properly. For a better

distinction one of the two veins of most loudspeaker cables are marked.
– Connect the red marked post of the speaker to the red marked output of the amp.
– Connect the white or black marked post to the white or black marked output

accordingly.

Bi-wiring/bi-amping

Dynaudio loudspeakers feature a carefully fine-tuned cross-over, optimized using
selected parts and an advanced circuitry to achieve a truly balanced and smooth
frequency response. Therefore, dividing the frequency sections through bi-wiring or
bi-amping is not recommended.

Choice of loudspeaker cable

The impact a loudspeaker cable can have on sound quality may be dramatic, though in
general quality cable products will yield a quality result. Dynaudio loudspeakers are
designed to be very neutral and thus are not extremely suited to any particular type of
cable. The choice of cable is as much a factor of matching the cable to the entire audio
system. Please consult your Dynaudio dealer for information about compatible
loudspeaker cables that will suit both your electronics and the Dynaudio loudspeakers.

Connecting surround speakers

When connecting a two-channel stereo system, only the right and left channels are
connected to the amplifier.

In a surround set-up, center, side or rear loudspeakers as well as a subwoofer are
typically connected to provide for a multi-channel listening experience. Please refer to the
amplifier’s owner manual for particular connection instructions and see chapter “Multi­channel loudspeaker setup” on page 12 for further help.

Fig. 3 Amplifier loudspeaker outputs (example).

Evidence.book Seite 7 Montag, 12. Januar 2009 2:04 14

8 Dynaudio Evidence

Positioning

Positioning

Every room will have its own particular sound characteristics. Any room is also shaped
and decorated uniquely, and therefore remains independent regarding options for
positioning loudspeakers. The following steps are general suggestions that will make the
correct positioning easier to achieve.

General recommendations

Following explanations refer to Fig. 4:

• The distance between each loudspeaker and your listening position should be the
same (B). Try to achieve an isosceles triangle.

• The distance between the loudspeakers should be the same or better slightly less
than the distance between each loudspeakers and your listening position (A, B).

• The closer the listening position is in relation to the loudspeakers, the closer the
speakers can be positioned to each other.
(As a starting point, it is recommended that the speakers be about 2 meters apart
from each other for the best results (A).)

• If the speakers are positioned too close to each other, the stereo image will not seem
realistic; if that distance is too wide, the image may leave an acoustic hole in the
middle.

• Paying attention to the image during listening tests will help dictate optimum
placement during experimentation and set-up.

CAUTION

EXCESSIVE BRIGHTNESS

Direct sunlight or excessive brightness can affect the color of any natural wood veneer
(the structural integrity of the cabinet will not be affected).

X To maintain the aesthetic quality of the loudspeakers for the long term, placing such in

very warm, very cold, or very humid environments should be avoided.

Fig. 4 Positioning the loudspeakers.

A

B

B

A ≤ B

Evidence.book Seite 8 Montag, 12. Januar 2009 2:04 14

Dynaudio Evidence 9

Positioning

Distance to back and side walls

Every loudspeaker not only disperses sound energy directly into the room, but also to the
side and even backwards. As a result, time-delayed reflections occur and add to the
original music signal. Thus, when loudspeakers are positioned too close to walls, the
sound quality can be restricted.

The Dynaudio loudspeaker models were developed to be placed free-standing, and
therefore they reach their optimum performance when positioned as clear of any walls as
possible.

X To reduce possible influences from the back and sidewalls, the distance to these

boundaries should ideally not be less than 0.5 meter.

Floor-standing loudspeaker set-up

Dynaudio feature a special base construction, which offers both an ideal performance and
mechanical basis. Integrated into the base plinth are four individual spike assemblies.
These stabilize the cabinet on an extremely small contact area, and therefore prevent any
wobbling while offering optimal resonance control.The individually adjustable spikes allow
leveling of the cabinet on uneven floors.

Fig. 5 Distance to walls.

D ≥ 0.5 m

D

D

CAUTION

SPIKES WITH SHARP PEAKS

The sharp peaks of the spikes may cause injuries and damage sensitive surfaces like
hardwood flooring or tile.

X Be careful when handling the loudspeakers.
X Place plates between the spikes and the surface to protect the underlying surface.

(Note: The spike will not destroy a carpet surface.)

Evidence.book Seite 9 Montag, 12. Januar 2009 2:04 14