Infinity OVTR 3, OVTR 2 User Manual

®

Models OVTR 2, OVTR 3

3-Way Full-Range Floorstanding Speakers

Owner’s Manual

OVTR 2 Part #331250 – USA 120 Vac Only
OVTR 3 Part #331251 – USA 120 Vac Only

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 product.

THIS INFINITY PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR (USA) 120 VOLT USE ONLY!
FOR DETAILED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, PLEASE SEE THE ENCLOSED
LEAFLET “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (P/N 330100-001).

INTRODUCTION

3-WAY FLOOR-STANDING

SPEAKERS WITH

INTEGRATED POWERED

SUBWOOFERS...

BOUT THIS MANUAL...

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Infinity Compositions Overture OVTR 2 and OVTR 3 speaker systems
are a pair of advanced, 3-way full-range, floor-standing speakers with
integrated powered subwoofers. Housed in slender columns, these
highly-efficient speakers require only minimal power to produce sound
levels greater than those heard in a movie theater. Moreover, even
though they excel at reproduction of front left and right home-theater
channels, you’ll find these speakers also provide the highest musical
fulfillment when listening to CDs, LPs, or tapes.

To start enjoying your new Compositions Overture speakers, first read
and then perform all instructions listed in this manual, as well as those
found in the owner’s manuals of associated components in your audio system.
Also, please read the enclosed Important Safety Instructions for detailed
safety precautions. Save all instructions for future reference. These speakers
are covered by a limited five-year warranty (see page 12), so save the bill of
sale to protect your purchase and aid in any service-related questions.

UNPACKING THE SPEAKERS

Finish unpacking each speaker box. If you suspect damage from transit,
report it immediately to your dealer and/or delivery service. Keep the
shipping cartons and packing materials for future use. Open each
accessory pack and verify the following contents:

ARTS LIST...

P

OOLS AND SUPPLIES

T

(NOT ENCLOSED)...

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(4) Feet

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(4) Locking Nuts

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(4) Nylon Domes

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(1) Wrench

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(2) Spare 5 A (250 V) Fuses for OVTR 2 or
(2) Spare 5A (250V) Fuses for OVTR 3

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Owner’s Manual (P/N 331350-001) and Warranty Registration Card

You may also need the following tools and supplies:

◆

High-quality speaker wire (also see Wiring The System on page 5)

◆

Wire strippers

◆

Small flat-blade screwdriver (for fuse replacement, if needed)

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(4) Banana plugs or spade terminals (optional)

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Level (optional for adjusting feet)

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INSTALLING THE FEET

~120V 60Hz
300W MAX

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION:

FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST
RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME
TYPE OF FUSE: 2AG SB 250V

ATTENTION:

UTILSER UN FUSIBLE DE
RECHANGE DE MEME
TYPE ET CALIBRE

F

U

S

E

F

U

S

E

Foot HoleFoot Hole

Fuse Holder

OVTR 2 or

OVTR 3

(bottom view)

Foot HoleFoot Hole

120 Vac Power Cord

Cord Channel

Speaker

Port

Compositions Overture OVTR 2 and OVTR 3 speakers use dual-purpose
feet with spike and round ends for carpeted or hard-surface floors. Refer
to Figures 1 and 2 as you perform the following steps:

1. Lay each speaker on its side and locate the four threaded holes on
the bottom (see Figure 1).

IMPORTANT!

Figure 1. This bottom view shows the

four locations of the foot holes

and the ac cord channel on a

Compositions Overture OVTR 2

or OVTR 3 speaker.

NOTE: Do not unfasten any screws.

There are no user-serviceable parts

inside the speaker. For service, please

contact an authorized Infinity

technician for help (also see

“Troubleshooting” on page 8 and

“Limited Five-Year Warranty” on

page 12).

For safety reasons, each speaker base contains a cord channel
designed to keep the ac power cord away from the feet. During
shipping, the cord may become dislodged from its intended
position and upon subsequent speaker placement may be
accidentally pierced by spiked feet. Please make sure that the
120 Vac power cord is inside the cord channel (see Figure 1).

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Compositions Overture OVTR 2/OVTR 3 – Owner’s Manual

Figure 2. This cross-section shows

Nylon Dome

(optional for

wood floors)

Locking Nut

HARD-SURFACE

FLOORS

CARPETED

FLOORS

Foot

round end

spike end

Bottom

Of Speaker

5

⁄8"

5

⁄8" min.

1

1

⁄8" max.

how to install a foot onto the bottom

of a Compositions Overture OVTR 2

or OVTR 3 speaker.

2. For carpets, screw the round end of a foot into each hole and hand­tighten a nut onto each one (see Figure 2). Leave a minimum of

5

⁄8"
exposed spike to keep the carpet from blocking the port. (On thicker
carpets, you can increase the length of exposed spike up to 1

1

⁄8 ").

For hard-surface floors, screw the spike end into each hole instead
and leave

5

⁄8" of round end exposed.

3. Carefully flip each speaker upright to sit on its feet.

4. If needed, adjust the feet so each speaker is level and then tighten
each nut with the enclosed wrench. To protect hard surfaces (e.g.,
wood floors), thread a nylon dome onto each round end (see Figure 2).

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PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM

Listening Position

Left

Channel

Right
Channel

angle speakers

inward to

improve stereo

imaging

move speakers towards corners to increase bass

STEREO PLACEMENT...

Figure 3. Experiment with speaker

placement to obtain the best bass level

and stereo imaging in your room.

Before deciding where to put your Compositions Overture speakers,
survey your room and think about placement, keeping the following
points in mind:

◆

For best results, try placing the speakers closer together than the
distance to the listening area.

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Refer to Figure 3 when placing speakers for best bass level and
stereo image (also see Operating The System on page 6).

HOME THEATER

PLACEMENT...

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Compositions Overture speakers are also suitable for use in
reproducing home theater sound from front left and right channels:

◆

Place one Compositions Overture speaker on the left and another on
the right, along either side of the television monitor.

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Since the speakers are magnetically shielded, you can set them in
very close without worrying about the field distorting the TV picture.

NOTE: For maximum home theater enjoyment, your audio system should also
include a center-channel speaker and a pair of rear-surround speakers.
Moreover, you can add a subwoofer for deep bass impact on sound effects and
music. Contact your local Infinity dealer for recommendations on adding these
home theater speakers to your system.

WIRING THE SYSTEM

OVTR 3

(rear view)

CONNECTING SPEAKERS DIRECTLY TO WIRES

Red = +

Black =

–

❷

Insert Bare End

End; Tighten
Terminal

❶ Loosen

Terminal.

Speaker Wire

No Stripe = +Stripe =

–

TURN OFF ALL POWER...

I

MPORTANT!

IMPORTANT!

After placing the speakers, you are ready to connect your system. First
turn off all audio system power. Use high-quality speaker wire to make
your connections. For speaker connections, use #18 gauge speaker wire
(or #16 for runs over 25 feet) with polarity coding. The side of the wire
with a ridge or other coding is usually considered negative polarity
(i.e., – ). Also, consult the owner’s manuals that were included with
your amplifier, receiver, or television to confirm connection procedures.

If your system includes a Dolby®Surround Pro Logic preamplifier or
A/V receiver, set the center-channel mode to NORMAL. This will route
the low frequencies (below 100 Hz) away from the center-channel
speaker to the front left and right speakers.

Compositions Overture OVTR 2 and OVTR 3 speakers have integrated
powered subwoofers and only require one set of output leads for the left
and right channels. Observe polarities when making speaker
connections, as shown in Figures 4 (below) and 5 (on next page). Connect
each + terminal on the back of the amplifier, receiver, or television to
the respective + (red) terminal on each Compositions Overture speaker.
Similarly, connect the (black) terminals in the same way.

Do not reverse polarities (i.e., + to -or -to +) when making connections.
Doing so will cause poor imaging and diminished bass response.

Figure 4. Compositions Overture

OVTR 2 (not shown) and OVTR 3

speakers feature gold-plated

terminals that can be connected in

several different ways; e.g., banana

plugs, spade terminals, and direct

wiring (as shown here).

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Figure 5. Wiring diagram shows

Receiver or

Amplifier

(rear view)

+

–

OVTR 2
OVTR 3

(rear view)

+ redblk

–

(one channel shown)

3

4

6

7

BASS CONTROL

OVTR 2
OVTR 3

(top view)

More

Bass

Less
Bass

Stand-By
is red

Power On

is green

OVTR 2
OVTR 3

(front view)

B

A

S

S

“POWER ON” LED

OVTR 2
OVTR 3

(front view)

polarity connections for one channel

of a stereo or home theater system.

OPERATING THE SYSTEM

Each Compositions Overture OVTR 2 or OVTR 3 speaker system
contains a built-in power amplifier that drives the subwoofers and only
requires connection of the ac power cord. For your convenience, the
system is not fitted with a power on/off switch. Instead, an auto-sense
circuit will instantly switch the system on when an audio signal is
present, and will automatically revert to standby (drawing only 7 watts)
when audio is absent for a minimum of 10 minutes. A dual-color “Power
On” LED (see Figure 6 below) glows red when the amplifier is the stand­by mode and green when the amplifier is on.

If on/off switching is desired, connect the OVTR 2 ’s (or OVTR 3) ac
power cord to an ac switched outlet. If you plan to leave for an extended
period of time (e.g., vacation), switch the system off (or unplug the ac
power cord).

IMPORTANT!

Figure 6. Located on the OVTR 2 and

OVTR 3 front is a BASS level control

and a dual-color “Power On” LED.

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This product is designed for (USA) 120 Vac use only. Do not connect it to
any other line voltages.

OPERATING THE SYSTEM (CONT ’D)

POWER ON...

C

HECKING PLAYBACK...

J

UDGING BASS LEVEL...

1. After speaker wiring has been completed, connect each speaker’s ac
power cord to the nearest ac receptacle. You should see an LED
illuminate, indicating the amplifier is on (see Figure 6 on previous
page). If not, verify the ac outlet is delivering power or refer to
Troubleshooting on the next page.

2. Check the speakers for playback by first setting the audio system
volume control for a minimum level, and then applying power to your
system. Play a favorite music or video segment and increase the
volume control to a comfortable level.

NOTE: You should hear balanced audio reproduction across the
entire frequency spectrum. If not, check all wiring connections and
refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on the next page for more help.

3. Listen to a variety of music selections and note the bass level. If you
feel there is too much bass, you can reduce it by adjusting the BASS
control from the “normal ” center-detent position towards the
minimum “1” setting (see Figure 6 on previous page). Conversely, if
you want more bass output, rotate the level control towards the
maximum “9” setting.

NOTE: The amount of bass you hear will be affected by a number of
different factors, including the room’s size and shape, the construction
materials used to build the room, the listener’s position relative to the
speakers, and the position of the speakers in the room. If there is too
much bass, move the speakers away from nearby walls. Conversely, if
you want more bass, place the speakers closer to the walls (also see
Figure 3 on page 4).

IMPORTANT!

REPLACING THE FUSE

Compositions Overture OVTR 2 and OVTR 3 speakers each use a built­in fuse to protect the subwoofer amplifier. To replace a fuse with a new
one (see enclosed spare), perform the following procedure:

1. Unplug the speaker’s ac power cord. Then lay the speaker on its side
and locate the fuse holder on the bottom (refer to Figure 1 on page 2).

2. Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, place the tip in the indent and
turn the fuse cap counter-clockwise.

3. Remove the old fuse and replace it with new one having the same
value and rating. For the OVTR 2, use a 2AG 5A SB 250V fuse. For
the OVTR 3, use a 2AG 5A SB 250V fuse.

Do not substitute the blown fuse with another fuse value or
rating. Doing so will void the warranty.

4. Insert the cap holding the new fuse into the holder and turn
clockwise to lock it.

5. Carefully flip the speaker upright to sit on its feet. Then plug the
speaker’s ac power cord back into the nearest ac outlet.

Compositions Overture OVTR 2/OVTR 3 – Owner’s Manual

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CARE OF YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM

The black-ash or cherry wood finish does not require any routine
maintenance. When needed, use a soft cloth, dampened with water only,
to remove any fingerprints or to wipe off dust. Clean the grille by gentle
vacuuming or with a damp cloth.

NOTE: Do not use any cleaning products or polishes on the cabinet or grille.

For maximum acoustic transparency, the grille uses a lightweight
structure that needs to be handled with care for removal. To remove the
grille, gently pull on the corners to unfasten the frame from the cabinet.
To replace it, make sure to align the frame pins first and then gently
snap the frame into place. Never force the grille frame onto the cabinet.

TROUBLESHOOTING

*

SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION

Bass is too loud Bass reinforcement Move speakers away

in room from walls
Bass level is too high Rotate BASS control

towards “1” (see page 7)

Bass sounds Subwoofer amplifier Turn down volume
distorted has reached maximum control on receiver

output or preamplifier
Bass level on preamp/ Set bass and treble flat;

receiver is set too high use controls sparingly

Distortion with Defective receiver or Repair defective
volume control preamplifier; shorted receiver or
near minimum speaker wires preamplifier

Distortion on music Dynamic soundtrack Turn down master
or effects peaks causes subwoofer volume control to
(e.g., pops or noise) to “bottom” out lower overall range

Tone controls Set bass and treble flat;
are set too high use controls sparingly

Buzz, hum, or Connecting wires Connect wires only
crackle when with power on causes when audio system
connecting wires transient signal spikes power is off

No sound from Power cord not Connect ac power cord;
speaker system; connected; no ac power check ac outlet
power LED not on

Blown fuse Check or replace fuse

*If you need further assistance, contact your local Infinity retail dealer.

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(see page 7)

SPECIFICATIONS – OVTR 2

PERFORMANCE DATA

DRIVE UNITS

AMPLIFIER

Frequency Range: 30 ~ 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 93 dB @ 2.83 V and 1 m (anechoic conditions)
Impedance: 8 Ω nominal

Maximum Peak Output: 112 dB (spl on program)
Amplifier Requirements: Recommended for use with amplifiers

10 ~ 150 W (@ 8 Ω)

1

Low Frequency: Two 6

dynamically-balanced, magnetically­shielded woofers

Mid Frequency: Two 5

magnetically-shielded, mid-range drivers

High Frequency: One 1" (25 mm) soft dome, high-efficiency,

neodymium magnet, magnetically­shielded tweeter

Crossover Frequencies: 350 and 3,000 Hz

Peak Output: 300 VA

⁄2" (165 mm) high-efficiency,

1

⁄4" (125 mm) high-efficiency,

(BUILT-IN POWER AMPLIFIER FOR

-FREQUENCY SECTION)

LOW

DIMENSIONS

(also see Figure 7 on page 11)

Power Supply: 120 V~60 Hz
Power Consumption: 350 W (maximum), 7 W (standby)

Width: 6
Height: 38
Depth: 153⁄4" (400 mm)
Weight: 47 lb or 21.3 kg (each)

7

⁄8" (175 mm); add 31⁄8" (79 mm) for foot bar

3

⁄4" (984 mm)

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SPECIFICATIONS – OVTR 3

PERFORMANCE DATA

DRIVE UNITS

AMPLIFIER

Frequency Range: 25 ~ 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 94 dB @ 2.83 V and 1 m (anechoic conditions)
Impedance: 8 Ω nominal
Maximum Peak Output: 115 dB (spl on program)
Amplifier Requirements: Recommended for use with amplifiers

15 ~ 200 W (@ 8 Ω)

1

Low Frequency: Four 6

dynamically-balanced, magnetically­shielded woofers

Mid Frequency: Two 5

magnetically-shielded, mid-range drivers

High Frequency: One 1" (25 mm) soft dome, high-efficiency,

neodymium magnet, magnetically­shielded tweeter

Crossover Frequencies: 350 and 3,000 Hz

Peak Output: 500 VA

⁄2" (165 mm) high-efficiency,

1

⁄4" (125 mm) high-efficiency,

(BUILT-IN POWER AMPLIFIER FOR

-FREQUENCY SECTION)

LOW

DIMENSIONS

(also see Figure 7 on page 11)

Power Supply: 120 V~60 Hz
Power Consumption: 500 W (maximum), 7 W (standby)

Width: 6
Height: 46" (1,168 mm)
Depth: 15
Weight: 59 lb or 26.6 kg (each)

7

⁄8" (175 mm); add 31⁄8" (79 mm) for foot bar

3

⁄4" (400 mm)

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Figure 7. Overall dimensions of the

OVTR 3

Front

OVTR 2

Front

OVTR 2

Left

OVTR 3

Left

OVTR 3

46"

(1,168 mm)

OVTR 2

38

7

⁄8 "

(987 mm)

10"

(254 mm)

67⁄8 "

(175 mm)

OVTR 3/OVTR 2

Top

153⁄4 "

(400 mm)

Compositions Overture OVTR 3 and

OVTR 2 speakers.

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LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY

Who is protected by the warranty?

Your Infinity warranty protects the original retail purchaser and all subsequent owners for a period of five (5)
years (parts and labor) for all speaker components, and one (1) year (parts and labor) for all electronics, from
any failure as a result of an original manufacturing defect so long as: (1) your Infinity loudspeakers were
purchased within the fifty states of the U.S.A. or by military personnel from an authorized military outlet and
(2) the original dated bill of sale is presented whenever service is required during the warranty period. This
warranty does not apply to products purchased elsewhere; other purchasers should contact their local Infinity
distributor for warranty information.

What does the Infinity warranty cover?

Except as specified below, this warranty covers all defects in original materials and workmanship. The
following are not covered: damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, product modification; damage
occurring during shipment, damage caused by failure to follow instructions in the owner’s manual, including
failure to perform recommended periodic or routine maintenance; damage resulting from repairs by someone
not authorized by Infinity; claims based upon any misrepresentations by the sellers; and any Infinity product
on which the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed.

Who pays for what?

During the period of this warranty, subject to the above conditions, Infinity will pay all of the labor and
material expenses to repair a warrantable defect.

How can warranty service be obtained?

In the event that your loudspeaker(s) should require service, only contact Infinity Customer Service at:

Infinity Systems, Inc., 20630 Nordhoff Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311 USA
VOICE: 818-407-0228; FAX: [phone]

You will need to reference your original dated bill of sale to establish warranty coverage. Do not send your
speaker(s) to us without prior authorization from our Customer Service department.

You are responsible for transporting your product to Infinity Customer Service and for payment of all shipping
charges; however, we will pay the return shipping charges (in the event you return the product to us) if the
repairs are covered by the warranty. If you experience difficulty in transporting your product or are in need of
packing materials, please advise us and we may be able to suggest alternative procedures and/or adequate
packaging materials.

LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: All implied warranties, including fitness for a particular
purpose and merchantability are limited in duration to the length of the warranty period for your product.

LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Infinity is not responsible for an
incidental or consequential damage of any kind. Our liability is limited to the repair or replacement, at our
option, of a defective product.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

NOTE: In the event that there is a difference between this warranty and the provisions in any
advertisements, product brochure or packaging cartons, the terms of this warranty will prevail.

Infinity constantly strives to update and improve existing products, as well as create new ones. Therefore the specifications and
construction details in this and related Infinity publications are subject to change without notice.

© 1996 Infinity Systems Inc., 20630 Nordhoff Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311 USA

[phone] • FAX [phone]

Infinity is a registered trademark of Infinity Systems, Inc. Compositions is a trademark of Infinity Systems, Inc. Dolby and Pro Logic are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp.

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®

Infinity Systems, Inc.

20630 Nordhoff Street

Chatsworth, CA 91311, USA

[phone]

• FAX [phone]

P/N 331350-001