Klipsch RF-7, Classic RF-7, Classic RF-5 Quick Manual

Classic Series

RF-7, RF-5

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.

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 electrical shock to
persons.

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. CLE AN 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.

10. USE only with a 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.

11. DO NOT expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and
ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
are placed on the apparatus.

REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Important Safety Information

Before You Start – Some Klipsch speakers have feet and other ac­cessories that may need to be installed prior to use. Please refer to
Diagram 1 for installation.

Left and Right Main Channel Speakers – For optimum performance,
place your speakers six to 15 feet (2 to 4.5m) apart and at least
24 inches (60.8cm) from the back and side walls. They may also
be toed-in slightly for better stereo imaging. The listening position
should be about 1 to 1.5 times the distance separating the speakers.
Refer to Figures 1, 4 and 5 for connection and placement.

Positioning Your Classic Series Speakers

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WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose

this apparatus to rain or moisture.

WARNING: No naked flame sources – such as candles – should be
placed on the product.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING: Do Not Open! Risk of Electrical Shock. Voltages in this
equipment are hazardous to life. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer all servicing to qualified ser vice personnel.

Conventional Connection – Using 16-gauge or larger speaker wire,
connect the RED “positive” (+) terminal of the LEFT
speaker to the RED “positive” (+) terminal of your amplifier’s LEFT
channel. Connect the BL ACK “negative” (–) terminal
of the LEFT speaker to the BLACK “negative” (–) terminal of your
amplifier’s LEFT channel. Repeat this procedure for connecting
all remaining speakers to the appropriate amplifier channels.
Refer to Figure 4. Make sure that no bare wires from any of the
connections touch any other terminals as this could cause a short
and damage your equipment. Some Classic models have two sets
of input terminals connected by metal “straps.” For conventional
connection, leave these straps in place, and use either set of
terminals.

Bi-wire Connections – Some Classic models have the capacity
to be bi-wired. These speakers have two sets of input terminals
connected by metal “straps.” Bi-wiring requires using two separate
speaker wires for each speaker. The RED “positive” (+) leads of
both LEFT channel wires are tied together and inserted into the
same RED “positive” (+) terminals of the amplifier’s LEFT channel.
On the LEFT speaker, the metal “straps” are removed. One of the
two speaker wires is connected to the top set of terminals (RED
to RED and BL ACK to BL ACK) while the other speaker wire is
connected to the lower set of terminals in the same manner.

Amplifier Requirements – Klipsch speakers are highly efficient
and will operate easily on a wide variety of amplifiers. All Klipsch
speakers are 8-ohm compatible and can be driven to very high
levels with low distortion. Due to the high output levels Klipsch
speakers are capable of reproducing, exercise caution with
the volume control. Excessive volume over long periods can
permanently damage your hearing. Overdriving your amplifier could
also damage your speakers. Check with Klipsch to make sure your
particular amplifier is best suited to your application. We want you
listening for a lifetime.

Connecting Your Classic Series
Speakers To Your Amp