PREMIERE
USER MANUAL
REFERENCE (n):
1) the standard, the benchmark, the point used
for comparison
2) the embodiment of the legendary Klipsch sound
LOUD AND PROUD SINCE 1946
In 1946, Paul W. Klipsch revolutionized the audio industry by creating
our proprietary horn technology and the acoustic principles that
are the driving force behind our highly acclaimed signature sound.
Today, we remain true to PWK’s vision and pack the better part
of a century’s worth of sweat and genius into every product we
make. These speakers are the result of our obsession with that
aural perfection. Experience the power, detail and emotion of
Klipsch Reference Series.
We are the Keepers of the Sound®.
ENGLISH
REFERENCE PREMIERE SPEAKERS
RP-8060FA
RP-600M
RP-504C RP-404C RP-600C RP-500C RP-400C
RP-500M RP-400M RP-502S RP-402S RP-500SA
RP-8000F RP-6000F RP-5000F RP-4000F
BEFORE YOU START
Some Klipsch® speakers have feet and other accessories that may need to
be installed prior to use. Please refer to Diagrams 1, 2, 3 and 4 for installation.
DIAGRAM 1
MONITOR WALL MOUNT
DIAGRAM 2
CENTER CHANNELS
DIAGRAM 3
SURROUND SPEAKERS
Felt
Bumpers
Rubber
Bumpers
Optional
Tilt Rod for
RP-600C,
RP-500C, and
RP-400C
Domed Bumpers
Place on bottom or
back (if wall mounted)
OR
ROOM PLACEMENT
CONNECTION
Left and Right Main Channel Speakers — For optimum performance, Klipsch Group,
Inc. (KGI) suggests placing your speakers 6 to 15 feet (1.8 to 4.6m) apart. 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 and 3
for connection and placement.
Center Channel Speakers — Center channel speakers are designed to place
dialogue and primary sounds so that they appear to come from the video screen.
The speakers should therefore be placed as close to the screen as possible,
preferably directly on top of or below the screen. Refer to Figures 1, 2 and 3 for
connection and placement.
Rear Surround Channel Speakers — Klipsch WDST surround speakers should be
placed approximately 2 feet above the listening position. Typically this will be
about 5-7 feet above the floor. The surrounds should be placed on the walls directly
adjacent to the listening position. Another option would be on the wall behind the
listening position. The final surround speaker placement depends on your room’s
characteristics. They are designed to recreate the sense of space and ambience that
many of today’s surround sound technologies provide. Refer to Figures 1, 3 and 4 for
connection and placement.
Conventional Connection — Using 16-12 gauge speaker wire, connect the RED
“positive” (+) terminal of the LEFT speaker to the RED “positive” (+) terminal of
your amplifier’s LEFT channel. Connect the BLACK “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 3. 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.
Reference Premiere models RP-8060FA, RP-8000F, RP-6000F, RP-5000F, RP-4000F
and RP-160M are equipped with dual binding posts. If single wire connection is used,
the terminal connecting bar should remain in place. If Bi-wire or Bi-amp connection
is used, the terminal connecting bar must be removed. Please see your receiver’s
manual for further instructions.
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 your dealer
or amplifier manual to make sure your particular amplifier is best suited to your
application. We want you listening for a lifetime.
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