Onkyo D-407C User Manual

Speaker System

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D-407C

Instruction Manual

Thank you for your purchase of the Onkyo speaker
system.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using it.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable you
to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment
from your new speaker system.
Please retain this manual for future reference.

Precaution on use

使用注意事項

Connection

連接

Placement

安放

Attaching and detaching
the speaker grilles

揚聲器前格板的安裝和拆除

Use with a TV set

作為電視機的外接揚聲器
使用時

Speaker care

揚聲器的維護保養

Specifications

規格

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使用手冊

謝謝閣下購買 Onkyo 的揚聲器系統。

在連接各部件及接通電源之前， 請先徹底閱讀本手冊。
遵從本手冊內的各項指示， 使您的揚聲器系統能夠獲得
最優秀的性能和欣賞效果， 您將能獲得最大樂趣。
請保存此手冊以備將來參考之用。

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Before using this unit

• The speaker cabinet is made of wood and is therefore
sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity. Avoid
placing the speaker systems in locations subjected to
direct sunlight, or in smoky or in humid places, such as
near an air conditioner, humidifier, bathroom, or kitchen.
Doing so may result in damage to the speaker.

• Place the unit on a rigid, level surface. Placing it on a
slanted surface or weak base not only may cause the unit
to fall, but also results in decreased sound quality.

• Be sure to turn off your amplifier before connecting the
speaker system. Connecting them with the amplifier’s
power on may result in damage to the amplifier or the
speaker system.

• Keep water or other liquids away from the unit. If water is
spilled into the unit, not only the unit but also the speakers
themselves may be damaged.

Precaution on use

• This speaker system can handle the specified input power
when it is used for ordinary music reproduction. If the
following abnormal signals are fed to the speaker,
however, an overcurrent may flow in the internal circuits,
causing burning or breakage of the wires even if the input
power is below the specified rating.

1. Noise produced when FM station is not tuned in

2. Sound produced when fast-forwarding cassette tape

deck

3. High-frequency sound generated by an oscillator, an

electronic musical instruments, etc.

4. Oscillating amplifier signals

5. Special test signals produced by audio checking CD,

etc.

6. Sound produced when connecting or disconnecting

audio connection cables (Always turn off the amplifier’s
power before connecting or disconnecting cables.)

7. Howling when a microphone is used

• Do not place magnetic objects such as screwdrivers and
iron parts near the tweeter since they use speakers with
strong magnets. Otherwise, the objects may be attracted,
causing injury or damaging the diaphragm.

Connection

• Turn the sound volume to the minimum and disconnect the
power cord from the amplifier before connecting the
speaker cables.

• The nominal impedance of this speaker system is 6 Ω. Use
only amplifiers capable of handling this impedance.

• Use the supplied speaker cables to connect between
speaker’s input terminals and the amplifier’s speaker
terminals as illustrated below.

• Connect the speaker cables securely to the terminals, with
the core wires twisted properly. In this case, make sure that
the core wires do not touch each other. Note that a short
circuit in core wires may result in damage to the amplifier.

Connecting to AV amplifier

1. Strip off the end
of plastic skin,
and give a twist
to the core wire.

15mm

Red cord side

2. Slacken the screw
and thread the
core wire deep
enough into the
hole.

Center speaker terminals of the amplifier

Before turning on the amplifier’s power switch:

• Make sure that the positive (+) and negative (–) speaker
cables do not contact each other. Otherwise, a short-circuit
may occur, causing damage to the amplifier.

• Be sure to connect the speaker cables with correct polarity
(connect the speaker’s positive (+) and negative (–)
binding posts with the amplifier’s corresponding speaker
terminals). Reversed polarity results in impaired bass­range reproduction, causing mislocalization of the sound
image. Also, be sure to connect the Right and Left
speakers with the amplifier’s corresponding speaker
terminals.

• Pull lightly on the speaker cables to ensure that they are
connected firmly.

3. Hold the core
wire tight by
fastening the
screw in the
direction of an
arrow.

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Placement

For better-quality sound, observe the following precautions
when you install the speaker system:

• Placing the speaker system on several small-diameter
supports generally results in better sound than placing it
directly on a wide installation surface. Also note that high
quality bass cannot be obtained if the speaker system is
unstably positioned. Always use the cork spacers or thin
metal discs (such as coins) to seat the speaker stably.

D-407C Center Speaker

Place the D-407C as close as possible to your television set,
for example, above or below the television set. Be sure to set
the D-407C firmly on the television set or other equipment so
that it cannot slip and fall. This is especially important if you
have small children. If the D-407C is to be placed on a
television set, be sure that:

• The supporting area of the TV is larger than that of the D­407C.

• The TV's support surface is flat and level.

• The TV is not placed on an unstable support.

Attach the circular cork pieces as slip stopper onto the bottom
surface of the speaker. And you can secure the cabinet to the
wall, etc. by using a durable cord with cup hooks: Find a hole
on the either side of backside the speaker, and screw into
each hole the cup hook of about 4 mm in diameter and 15 mm
long, and then secure the speaker to the wall, etc. with the
cord. Place the speaker with the sloping side up, unlike in the
case when placed in lower location.

Cup hook,
about 4 mm in
diameter and
15 mm long

Attaching and detaching the speaker grilles

This speaker system uses detachable grilles. Use the
following method to attach or detach the grilles.

1. While holding the left (or right) side edge of the speaker
grille with your both hands, pull it gently toward you to
remove the bottom of the grille.

2. In the same way, gently pull the right (or left) side edge of
the speaker grille toward you to remove it from the main
unit.

3. To replace the grill, push the projections at the corners into
the grille plug holes on the speaker cabinet.

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To detach the speaker

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grille, pull it gently at the left
and right side edge.

D-407C

Use with a TV set

In general, Braun tubes used for color television sets, etc. are
extremely sensitive and can be affected even by the
magnetism of the earth. If a speaker system is used near
them, therefore, discoloration or distortion of pictures will
occur. To allow use with color television sets, etc., this speaker
system is provided with magnetic shielding.
Even so, discoloration may still result, depending on the
installation environment. If discoloration occurs, turn off the
power of the television set, wait for 15 to 30 minutes and then
turn it on again. This activates the self-demagnetizing function
of the television set, improving the display condition. If
discoloration persists even after performing this remedy, move
the speaker apart from the television set. Discoloration may
also be caused when a magnet or other magnetizing object
exists near the television because of the combined effect.

Speaker care

Circular cork pieces Durable cord

Secure the
cabinet to
the wall, etc.

Your Onkyo speakers are finished with a high quality covering
that serves to protect the wood speaker cabinet.
Wipe the cabinet periodically with a dry, silicon-embedded or
plain soft cloth.
The covering may be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with
water and a mild soap. Avoid the use of furniture polishes or
harsh cleansers. Use a soft brush or hand vacuum cleaner to
remove dust and lint from the grille material.

Natural wood finished cabinets

The cabinets are finished with a natural wood surface. They
have a unique wood grain pattern. Your cabinets have their
own raw beauty and uniqueness which is unlocked from the
tree; this is depicted by the cross-grain patterns with dark and
light coloring. You can enjoy Onkyo’s craftsmanship not only
when designing for the best sound quality, but to assimilate
natural blessings for the visual senses. The paint and finishing
work of the cabinets are conducted under the strictest quality
control standards.

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