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CR3™ • CR4™

Creative Reference™ Multimedia Monitors

O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L

Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors

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 a 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.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.

A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified
	PORTABLE CART
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a		WARNING
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.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.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.

15.This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no object filled with liquids, such as vases or beer glasses, shall be placed on the apparatus.

16.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17.This apparatus has been equipped with a rocker-style AC mains power switch. This switch is located on the rear panel and should remain readily accessible to the user.

18.The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, so the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

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 PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the prescence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”

within the product’s enclosure, that may be of significant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the prescence of important operating and maintaining (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

19.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference

in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by LOUD Technologies Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.

20.This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

ATTENTION — Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant las limites applicables aux appareils numériques de class A/de class B (selon le cas) prescrites dans le réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par les ministere des communications du Canada.

21.Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a period of time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the permissible noise level exposures shown in the following chart.

According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating the equipment in order to prevent permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits set forth here:

Duration,	Sound Level dBA,	Typical Example
per day in	Slow Response	Typical Example
hours
8	90	Duo in small club
6	92
4	95	Subway Train
3	97
2	100	Very loud classical music
1.5	102
1	105	Matt screaming at Troy about deadlines
0.5	110
0.25 or less	115	Loudest parts at a rock concert

WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.

Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.

Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.

Correct disposal of this product: This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be handed over to

an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type

of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

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Contents
Important Safety Instructions...........................................................	2
Contents...........................................................................................	3
Features...........................................................................................	3
Introduction......................................................................................	4
How To Use This Manual..................................................................	4
Quick Start.......................................................................................	4
Additional Tidbits of Wisdom............................................................	4
Hookup Diagrams.............................................................................	5
Rear Panel Description .....................................................................	7
1. AC Line Cord.....................................................................	7
2. Power Switch...................................................................	7
3. Signal Inputs.....................................................................	7
4. Powered Speaker Position Select Switch...........................	8
5. Wire Terminals (±)............................................................	8
6. Custom-Tuned Rear Port...................................................	8
Front Panel Description.....................................................................	8
7. Aux Input..........................................................................	8
8. Phones Output..................................................................	8
9. Volume Knob....................................................................	8
Input Signal Wiring...........................................................................	9
Care And Cleaning.............................................................................	9
Appendix A: Service Information.....................................................	10
Appendix B: Technical Information...................................................	12
CR Series Specifications..........................................................	12
CR Series Dimensions.............................................................	13
CR Series Block Diagram.........................................................	14
CR Series Limited Warranty............................................................	15

Please write your serial number here for future reference (i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization, make dad proud, etc.)

Purchased at:

Date of purchase:

Part No. SW1069 Rev. B 05/15

CR3 • CR4 Features

•Studio-quality design, sound and performance, ideal for multimedia creation and entertainment

•Professional-grade components for optimized sonic performance

•50 watts of clean, articulate stereo sound

•Polypropylene-coated woofer

•3" [CR3]

•4" [CR4]

•.75" Ferrofluid-cooled silk-dome tweeter

•Ultra-wide frequency range, perfect for full-range multimedia

•80 Hz – 20 kHz [CR3]

•70 Hz – 20 kHz [CR4]

•Choose which side of the desk gets the volume knob with the convenient speaker placement switch

•Convenient front panel volume knob with lit power ring gives you on/off/volume control and power indication where you need it

•Plug your smart phone (or other source) right into the front of the speakers and listen instantly

•Front-facing headphone jack auto-defeats speaker output and provides tactile headphone volume control

•A choice of inputs for simple connection to almost any audio source: 1/4", 1/8", RCA

•Smooth waveguide design delivers unmatched clarity and sound dispersion at all listening levels

•Custom-tuned rear ports for smooth, even bass extension

•All-wood cabinet provides a natural sonic character superior to low-grade plastic designs

•Included accessories:

•Acoustic isolation pads minimize boomy bass build-up and provide up/down tilt control for more focused listening

•1/8" to stereo RCA cable to connect computer output to speakers

•1/8" to 1/8" cable to connect a smart phone or media player to front panel of speakers

•Speaker-to-speaker cable

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Owner’s Manual

Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors

Introduction

Creative Reference™ Multimedia Monitors are designed for multimedia creation and entertainment, delivering studio-quality design and performance

in sleek, small-footprint designs.

Featuring 50 watts of power and premium components like a sound-enhancing high-frequency waveguide, Creative Reference monitors ensure pristine, accurate sound for any application.

Choose which side of your desk gets the volume knob with CR’s speaker placement switch and take advantage of convenient front-panel features like a dedicated input for smartphone playback. Plus, you get all the cables and acoustic isolation pads you need to get started right out of the box.

With these Creative Reference monitors, you get professional sound quality and features in compact desk-friendly designs perfect for work, play and everything in between.

How to Use This Manual

After this introduction, a getting started guide will help you get things set up fast. The hookup diagrams show some typical setups, while the remaining sections provide details of the CR3 and CR4 monitors.

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critically important or unique to these monitors. For your own good (and our

peace of mind), please read and remember them. You will be quizzed later.

Quick Start

We realize that you can’t wait to hook up your CR Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors and try them out. Nevertheless, please take the time to read this page NOW, and the rest can wait until you’re good and ready.

1.Turn the volume control on the front of the powered CR monitor down (fully counterclockwise) before turning the unit on for the first time.

2.Set the power switch on the back panel off. This will prevent you from accidentally connecting a hot signal source to the monitor and getting a rude surprise.

3.Connect the line-level monitor signal from your computer, mixer, or other signal source to the input jacks on the rear panel of the Creative Reference Monitor (1⁄4" or RCA).

4.Connect the black (–) and red (+) speaker wires from the powered monitor’s ± spring clips to the passive monitor’s ± spring clips.

5.Connect the affixed line cord into an AC outlet. The monitor may accept the appropriate voltage as indicated on the back panel.

6.Turn the computer, mixer or other signal source on.

7.Turn on the power switch on the rear panel of the CR monitor.

8.Turn the front panel volume control clockwise until the monitor “clicks” on and the greatest of all Rings of Power – the One Ring – surrounding the volume knob illuminates.

9.Play an audio file and slowly turn the front panel volume control to a comfortable listening level.

If you desire a more thorough walk-through of your CR monitors, there is a wealth of information in the following pages!

Additional Tidbits of Wisdom

•Never listen to loud music for prolonged periods. Please see the Safety Instructions on page 2 for information on hearing protection.

•When you shut down your equipment, turn off the monitors first to prevent thumps and other noises generated by any upstream equipment from coming out the speakers. When powering up, turn on the monitors last.

•Save the sales receipt and original packaging in case you ever need warranty service. See page 15 for details.

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Hookup Diagrams

Manual Owner’s

The illustration above shows a typical use for CR Series Reference Monitors. Everyone needs tunes while working, right...or is it just me?

In this example, simply connect the (included) cable from the computer’s 1/8" output jack to the

L/R RCA inputs of the powered CR Series Reference Monitor. If you prefer to use 1/4" inputs instead of RCA inputs, that option is available, too.

Next we’ll want to connect the passive speaker. The included black (–) and red (+) speaker wires should be connected from the powered monitor’s ± spring clips to the passive monitor’s ± spring clips as detailed by the dotted lines above:

Connect black (–) to black (–) and red (+) to red (+).

Almost there! Move the ‘Powered Speaker Position Select’ switch to either the “L” or “R” position based on whether the powered reference monitor – the one with the volume knob – will be on the left or right side.

Now position the monitors where you would like them. Play audio through the computer, making sure that the volume of the computer and monitors are above “0”.

Last step: move the monitors around until the optimal sound has been achieved and adjust volume to taste.

Optional: place the included acoustic isolation pads underneath the monitors to minimize boomy bass build-up and provide up/down tilt control for more focused listening.