Magnepan CCR User Manual
Magneplanar CCR Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
1. Introduction/General Description
2. Carton Contents
3. Packaging
4. Amplification
5. Hookup
6. Installation and Placement
7. Phasing
8. Bass Management and Processor Settings
9. Tweeter Attenuation
10. Full-Range Operation (With the Magneplanar DW 1 Woofer or Magneplanar CC Speaker Stand)
11. Service and Shipping
12. Specifications
The CCR is not a "plug 'n play" center channel speaker. We are here to help if you find the instructions
confusing. The enclosed Magnepan Test Disk is a "litmus test" to confirm that the setup was done correctly.
1. Introduction/General Description
Congratulations on your purchase of the Reference Magneplanar CCR Center Channel Loudspeaker. The
Magneplanar CCR is modeled after the technology of the MG 20.1 with a 2-way, quasi ribbon midrange and true
ribbon tweeter. The performance is appropriate for use with either the MG 3.6 and MG 20.1.
2. Carton Contents
1 - CCR Center Channel Loudspeaker
1- Magnepan Wide-Band, Center Channel Pink Noise DVD Test Disc
1 - 1 Ohm Resistor
1 - 4 Amp Normal Blow Fuse
1 - Hex Wrench
1 - Speaker Logo
3 - Each Felt Pads
1- Each Adjustable Foot
1 -Owner's Manual
3. Packaging
Save all packaging. The CCR can be shipped safely only in the original packaging. Should you discard it,
packaging is available from Magnepan.
4. Amplification
The CCR is a 3 ohm speaker and should be used with high current amplifiers that are stable with low
impedances. Some receivers are capable of driving low impedances, but usually separate amplifiers are built to
higher standards and are recommended for use with the CCR.
5. Hookup
The CCR employs a unique, high-current connector. To install speaker cable, simply strip approximately 1/4-inch
of insulation from the speaker cable end, insert the cable and tighten the set screw. Cables terminated with
banana plugs or pins may also be used. For cable terminated with spade lugs, spade lug adapters are available
from your Magneplanar dealer.
Connect the output of a high pass crossover (such as the Magneplanar XO-2) to the input of the CCR (observing
correct polarity). If the CCR is connected directly to the center channel amplifier, the processor must be set on
"small" center channel speaker. (See Bass Management and Processor Settings section below for correct
settings of the processor.)
6. Installation and Placement
The CCR can be mounted in or on a cabinet or on credenza or shelf. The CCR is a "small" speaker. (Three felt
pads are included to prevent marring of the bottom surface.) However, a Magneplanar CC Speaker Stand is
available for use with the CCR for use as a full-range, free-standing speaker. The CC Speaker Stand has a builtin Magneplanar bass driver that utilizes the same DiPlanar bass technology as the MG 20.1. If the CC Speaker
Stand is not used, some form of adjustable bass management is necessary (See Bass Management and
Processor Settings section below.)
Like all Magneplanars, the CCR is a dipole speaker. We recommend a minimum of 12 inches clearance,
measuring from the back of the CCR to the surface behind the CCR. Damping material behind the CCR will help
tame unwanted resonances.
For custom installations that require mounting the CCR, 1/4"-20 T-nuts are built into the bottom of the CCR that
can be utilized for different custom requirements. A diagram of the T-nut placement is shown below.
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