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LSiM702F/X®
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INSIDE
EACH
LOUDSPEAKER
CARTON:
1.
Two
LSiM702F/x
Surround Loudspeake
rs
2. Literature
Pa
cket (Quick Start
Gu
ide and
Own
er's Manual
on
CD)
3.
Wall
Mount
Template
4.
Adhesive-Backed Rubber
Pads
(4
)
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d,
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fails to operate, contact the authorized
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CONTENU
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BOiTE D'ENCEINTE:
1.
Deux enceintes ambiophoniques
LSi
M70
2F/
x
2. Une tro usse
d'ut
il
isation (gu
id
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rapide
et
CD
du
manuel d'utilis
ati
on)
3.
Gabarit pour
in
stallation
mur
al
e
4.
Coussinets
au
tocollants
en
ca
outchouc
(4)
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OU
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DENTRO
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1. Dos
altavoces
Surround LSiM702F/X
2. Un
sobre con informacion (G
uf
a de inicio
rapido y Manual del propietario
en
CD)
3.
Una
pla
nt
illa
para
mo
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red
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Alm
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adill
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de goma con respaldo
adhesivo (4)
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LOUDSPEAKER CONFIGURATION:
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5.1
Loudspeaker
Configuration
7.1 Loudspeaker
Configuration
LSiM702F/x
SURROUND
LOUDSPEAKER PLACEMENT
Wall
Dist.
<2'
~
>2'
160cm)
~
160cm)
Wall Distance Switch
If position limitations demand that your LSiM702F/x
loudspeakers be mounted closer than 2' (60cm) from
side walls or ceiling, the proximity
of
the surface
can
result
in
a response
"bump"
between
50
and 200Hz.
This
can
cause the loudspeakers to sound "boomy."
The "Wall Distance" switch flattens response
and
eliminates "boominess" without sacrificing deep
bass response, for more lifelike sound.
OBSERVE PROPER HOOKUP POLARITY:
• Speaker terminals are marked red
(+)
and
black (-).
• Wire from your amplifier or receiver marked positive
(+) connects to the red (+) terminal
on
your speaker.
• Wire from your amplifier or receiver marked negative
(-) connects to the black (-) terminal
on
your speaker.
5 WAY BINDING POSTS:
Loosen hex nut. Insert speaker
lighten
hex nut. Do not insert
wire through hole. insulated section
of speaker wire.
LSiM702F/x
SURROUND
LOUDSPEAKERS ORIENTATION:
The Dynamic Sonic Engine serves
as
a mounting
reference guide for each loudspeaker.
Dynamic Sonic Engine
Note: The Dynamic Sonic Engine should point
toward the listening
area
for both side wall
and
back wall mounting.
Important
Note: For a more detailed explanation, see your owner's manual
CD
or visit www.polkaudio.com for current information.
WALL
MOUNTING
THE LSiM702F/x
SURROUND
LOUDSPEAKER:
Make sure the material
on
which you
plan
to mount
the speakers (plaster. drywall, paneling, stone, etc.)
can
support the weight of the speakers (LSiM702F/x =
approx.
50
lbs I 22.5
kg
ea).
Be
aware of any electrical
wires or plumbing that may
be
behind your walls.
Complete mounting instructions and hardware
requirements will be found on
the
LSiM702F/x
Wall
Mount
Template and Owner's Manual
CD.
ATTACHING RUBBER PADS
TO
THE BOTTOM OF THE SPEAKER:
1
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in
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and
workmanship
for
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of
five
(5)
years from the date
of
original
retail purchase from a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer.
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prior
to
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of
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(5)
years if the original
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Polk Aud i
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Inc. or a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer has been advised
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of
such damages, or for any claim by
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LSiM702F/x Surround Loudspeakers Orientation:
The Dynamic Sonic Engine should point toward the listening
area
for both side wall and back wall mounting.
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a. If there's a stud behind the wall, drive a
#1
0 screw
(not included) through the wall
and
into the stud.
b. If
no
stud, install a
#1
0 wall anchor (not supplied).
Following the wall-anchor manufacturer's instructions.
c.
For masonry walls, use a masonry drill bit
and
#1
0
masonry anchor
and
screw (not included).
2. Tighten screws into stud or wall anchors, leaving
screw heads protruding
1/4" (6mm).
3. Make
all
wire attachments now.
4. Line
up
the keyhole slots so the screw heads
pass through the large center hole of the slots.
5. Let the speaker slide straight down, allowing the screw
head to slip behind the smaller end of the keyhole slot.
6.
Tug
gently
on
the speaker to make certain the screws
and bracket
are
properly aligned
and
that the wall
anchors
are
secure.
7.
If the bracket
is
not held snug against the wall,
remove the speaker from the wall, drive the screws
in
a little further, then remount the speaker.
1. a. S'il y a
un
montant derriere
Ia
surface du mur, vissez des
vis
#1 0 (non
fournies) a travers
le
mur et dans
le
montant.
b. S'il n'y a
pas
de montant, installez des chevilles d'ancrage
#1
0 (non fournies) selon les instructions du fabricant.
c.
Pour les murs
en
magonnerie, utilisez
un
foret a magonnerie
puis des chevilles d'ancrage et des vis
#1 0 (non
fournies).
2. Vissez les vis dans
le
montant
ou
les chevilles, laissant
les tetes de vis depasser de 6
mm
(1/4").
3. Connectez maintenant
le
fil de h.p.
4. Alignez !'enceinte de fagon
ace
que les tetes
de
vis
penetrent
Ia
partie evasee des fentes
en
trou de serrure.
5. Laissez glisser
I'
enceinte vers
le
bas,
permettant aux tetes
de
vis de penetrer
Ia
partie etroite des fentes
en
trou de serrure.
6.
Tirez
doucement
I'
enceinte pour vous assurer que les
vis et
le
support sont bien alignes et que les chevilles
sont bien ancrees.
7.
Si
I'
enceinte n'est
pas
retenue solidement
au
mur par
les tetes de vis, retirez
I'
enceinte, vissez les vis
un
peu
plus profondement puis replacez-la.
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Les transducteurs Dynamic Sonic Engine doivent etre orientes
vers
Ia
zone
d'ecoute-
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un
mur
lateral
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LSiM
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ENGLISH
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Technical Assistance or Service
If anything is missing or damaged, or if your speaker fails
to operate, notify Polk Audio Customer Service immediately
at 800-377-7655. If, after following the hookup directions,
you experience difficulty, please double-check all wire
connections. Should you isolate the problem to the speaker,
contact the authorized Polk Audio dealer where you made
your purchase, or contact Polk Audio Customer Service
800-377-7655 (M-F, 9-5:30 EST, US & Canada only)
or via email polkcs@polkaudio.com. Outside the
US & Canada, call +1 410-358-3600.
WARNING: Listen Carefully
Polk Audio loudspeakers and subwoofers are capable of playing
at extremely high volume levels, which could cause serious or
permanent hearing damage. Polk Audio, Inc. accepts no liability
for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage resulting from
the misuse of its products.
Keep these guidelines in mind and always use your own
good judgment when controlling volume:
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85 decibels (dB). For more about safe volume levels, go to
the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
guidelines at http://www.osha.gov/.
Product Disposal
Certain international, national and/or local laws
and/or regulations may apply regarding the disposal
of this product. For further detailed information,
please contact the retailer where you purchased this product
or the Polk Audio Importer/Distributor in your country. A listing
of Polk Audio Importer/Distributors can be found on the
Polk Audio website www.polkaudio.com or by contacting
Polk Audio at 5601 Metro Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21215,
USA—Phone: +1 410-358-3600.
Page 10
Table of Contents
LSi Legacy 4
Performance Objectives of the LSiM Series 5
Take Inventory 6
Applications/Configurations 8
LSiM702
F/X Surround Loudspeaker Placement 9
Hookups, Preparation & Options 10
Standard Hookup 11
Wire Recommendations 11
Rubber Feet & Adjustable Floor Spikes 12
>À}ÊÀÊ9ÕÀÊ-i M Loudspeakers 13
Specifications 14
Warranty 16
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Polk Audio History—A Passion For Sound
Polk Audio was founded in Baltimore in 1972 by Johns
Hopkins University graduates Matthew Polk and George
Klopfer. Today, Polk Audio is a leading international manufacturer of high quality home and automotive loudspeakers.
®
Polk
products emphasize superior sound and build quality, and feature many patented and award-winning innovations. Polk Audio has built a reputation as “The Speaker
Specialists
USA, Canada and in over 50 countries around the world.
Polk Audio’s mission has always been to build high
quality, great sounding speakers at affordable prices.
For the people of Polk Audio, building speakers
is not just a job; it’s a passion.
®
.” Polk products are sold throughout the
SRT Series, circa 1995
LSi25, circa 2001
The LSi Legacy
First introduced in 2001, LSi represented Polk’s expression
of a true high-performance loudspeaker that was also
reasonably priced. LSi was created for the serious listener,
those who really enjoy music and who enjoy intently listening to their audio system. LSi delivered a flatter frequency
response with lower distortion and revealed more detail
than comparably priced speakers. The series was also
touted in the press for its tonal accuracy. LSi imaged
very well, thanks in part to the quality of the tweeter
and the wide dispersion of the small midbass drivers.
The series’ performance has made LSi Polk’s flagship
product for almost a decade. But after a decade, it was
time to revisit LSi. The result is not so much an evolution
of the current series as it is a re-engineering of the
qualities that have made LSi a great series.
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Performance Objectives of the LSiM Series
The performance objectives for the new LSiM Series
predate the original LSi design and are, in fact, design
principles Polk Audio first set down during development
of its original Monitor loudspeakers.
Sound that virtually transports the listener to the scene
of the recorded performance.
These ideals have been guiding principles for Polk Audio’s
best high-performance loudspeakers:
1. Pleasing tonality, even during extended listening
at performance levels.
2. Crisp, lifelike impulses, transients and coherent
detail without any unnatural ringing or decay.
3. Natural reproduction of complex low frequency
instruments and special effects.
4. Uniform sonic representation within the listening
area and immersive spatial impression.
5. Reproduce concert/theater levels while
maintaining linearity and accuracy.
6. Compatibility with a wide array of electronics
both past, present and future.
7. Work as promised for many years of enjoyment.
2011 LSiM Series
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LSiM706cLSiM704c
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LSiM702F/X
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Take Inventory
Inside each loudspeaker carton:
1. Either one LSiM Floorstanding Speaker
or one Bookshelf Speaker or two F/X
Surround Speakers or one Center
Channel Speaker.
2. Zero Diffraction Magnetic Grille
(one per speaker, packed separately
except F/X Surround).
3. Literature Packet (Quick Start Guide,
Letter and Owner’s Manual on CD).
4. Floor Spike 5 mm Hex Key
(floorstanding speakers only).
5. Adhesive-Backed Rubber Pads
(4 for Bookshelf Speakers or
4 for Center Channel Speaker
or 8 for F/S Surround Speakers).
6. Wall Mount Template
(F/X surround speakers only).
LSiM703
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LSiM705
LSiM707
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Applications/Configurations
Floorstanding & Bookshelf Loudspeakers
To enjoy the most realistic stereo image and lifelike sound,
place the speakers so that an equilateral triangle is created
between the speakers and your favorite listening position.
Angle the speakers toward the middle as necessary in order
to support a more solid center image. And experiment with
the distance between your speakers and both the back and
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speakers located close to walls.
The LSiM Series bookshelf loudspeakers were designed
to provide excellent performance on a bookshelf or placed
on a floor stand. For best results place LSiM bookshelf
loudspeakers so the tweeter height is within 6" (15cm)
of seated ear height.
select sturdy stands 30" - 36" (76.2 - 91.4cm) high.
When using speaker stands,
Stereo
TV
20° 20°
5.1
TV
If you are using your LSiM Series bookshelf loudspeakers
as rear channels in a home theater system, they should be
placed on the rear or side walls, slightly above (and, on the
side walls behind) the listening position. Angle them toward
the listening area if possible.
Center Channel Loudspeaker
With today’s modern flat panel TVs, the most popular
placement, and our recommendation for your center
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also place your center channel above your TV should
you choose.
LSiM center channel loudspeakers are
very heavy, and we do not recommend wall mounting
them, unless placed on a sturdy shelf.
Note: If you have an older model television, you
could experience a color shift or image distortion
in your TV’s screen. If that is the case, move the
speaker away from your TV.
F/X Surround Loudspeakers
The LSiM Series surround loudspeakers must be wallmounted, either on side walls or rear walls; they have
built-in wall mounting keyhole slots. Mount the loudspeakers 6-8 feet off the floor. If you’re setting up a 7.1
system, mount the Surround Back Left and Surround
Back Right loudspeakers at the same height as the
90°90°
Surround Left and Surround Right loudspeakers.
20° 20°
7.1
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Make sure the material on which you plan to mount the
speakers (plaster, drywall, paneling, stone, etc.) can support
the weight of the speakers (LSiM702
F/X = approx 28.9 lbs/
13.1 kg ea). Be aware of any electrical wiring or plumbing
that may be behind your walls.
Note: The LSiM702
F/X Surround Loudspeaker should be
oriented so that its Dynamic Sonic Engine (3 1/4" mid-range
and 1" Ring Radiator tweeter) points toward your listening
area. Therefore, the F/X surround loudspeaker that would
serve as the right surround on a sidewall will become
the left surround on a rear wall.
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Right Surround
Dynamic Sonic
Engine
LSiM702F/X Surround Loudspeaker Placement
Wall Distance Switch (located on baffle underneath the grille)
If position limitations demand that your LSiM702
F/X loudspeak-
ers be mounted closer than 2' (60cm) from side walls or ceiling,
the proximity of the surface can result in a response “bump”
between 50 and 200Hz. This can cause the loudspeakers to
sound “boomy.” The “Wall Distance” switch flattens response
and eliminates “boominess” without sacrificing deep bass
response for more lifelike sound. Set the switch accordingly,
<2' (60 cm) or >2' (60 cm).
Wall Mounting LSiM702F/X
Prior to installation, hold the speaker in the chosen location,
6 to 8 feet off the floor, to make sure it safely clears obstacles
such as ceiling, adjacent walls, corners, beams, lighting fixtures
and door/window frames.
Left Surround
Dynamic Sonic
Engine
TV
90°90°
Using the keyhole slots in the bracket template (included),
mark the installation location of the two keyhole slots with
a pencil. Orient the template so that the small ends of the
keyhole slots are facing “up.”
1. If you are certain that there is a stud behind the
wall surface, drive a screw (not included) capable
of supporting the loudspeaker’s weight through
the wall and into the stud.
2. If there is no stud behind the wall at the chosen
location, install a wall anchor (not included) capable
of supporting the loudspeaker’s weight into the wall
by following the wall-anchor-manufacturer’s instructions.
3. For masonry walls, use a masonry drill bit and
#10 masonry anchor and screw (not included).
4. Tighten screws into stud or wall anchors, leaving
screw heads protruding 1/4" (6mm).
5. Make all wire attachments now.
6. Line up the keyhole slots on the back of the speakers
so that the screw heads pass through the large center
hole of the slots.
7. Let the speaker slide straight down, allowing the screw
head to slip behind the smaller end of the keyhole slot.
8. Tug gently on the speaker to make certain that the
screws and bracket are properly aligned and that
the wall anchors are secure.
9. If the bracket is not held snug against the wall by the
screw heads, remove the speaker from the wall, drive
the screws in a little further and then remount the speaker.
20° 20°
L
5.1
TV
20° 20°
L
R
7.1
R
90°90°
R
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Hookups, Preparation & Options
Wire Preparation
Follow the hookup directions included with your receiver/
amplifier. Strip 1/2" (12.7mm) of insulation from each of the
two conductors of the wire to expose the bare metal and
twist each of the individual conductors into single unfrayed
strands. Note that one of the terminals on the rear of each
speaker is red (+) and the other is black (–). Make certain
that you connect the wire from the positive (+) terminal
of your amplifier or receiver to the red (+) terminal on
your speaker and the wire from the negative (–) terminal
of your amplifier or receiver to the black (–) terminal on
your speaker. Most wire has some indicator (such as
color-coding, ribbing or writing) on one of the two
conductors to help you maintain consistency.
Input Plate
1 2
Loosen hex nut. Insert speaker wire
through hole.
3 4
Tighten hex nut. Do not insert insulated
section of speaker wire.
Binding Posts
To connect wire to the binding post, unscrew the binding
post cap and insert the bare wire into the hole near the
base of the binding post. Do not insert the insulated part
of the wire into the hole as this will not give you a good
connection. Tighten the binding post cap until it seats
firmly with the wire, but do not over tighten.
Connectors
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for your speaker wires, and it’s really a matter of
personal preference. Three of the more commonly
used are banana plugs, spade lugs and bare wire.
If you know where you want to locate your speakers
and plan to set up your system and leave them there,
then bare wire will work fine. Just make sure there are
not stray strands of wire that could come into contact.
If you like to experiment with different speaker locations,
spade lugs or banana plugs offer more convenient options
when it comes to disconnecting and reconnecting wires.
Banana Plugs
LSiM binding posts have openings in the ends of their
caps to accept individual banana plugs. The binding
posts cannot accept dual banana plugs.
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Standard Hookup
Bi-Wiring & Bi-Amping
If you decide to bi-wire or bi-amp, you must remove
the jumpers between the terminal posts. Failure to do
this could result in damage to your amplifier and loudspeakers. The binding post caps must be completely
removed to remove the jumpers, which use ring terminals.
There are color coded collars so you can identify which
is (+) or (–) after you remove the caps.
Bi-Wiring (see Figure 1)
Bi-wiring can provide noticeable improvements in the overall
transparency of your loudspeakers. Run separate speaker wires
to the low and high frequency drivers from a single amplifier
(the upper set of binding posts are for the high frequency drivers,
the lower set of binding posts are for the low frequency drivers):
after removing the jumpers, connect one set of speaker wires
to the upper terminals on each speaker and one set of wires
to the lower terminals. Connect the other ends of both wire
sets to the same amplifier outputs.
Bi-Amping (see Figure 2)
Bi-amping allows you to use separate amplifiers for the high and
low frequency sections of your loudspeaker for greater dynamic
range and lower distortion. We recommend that your separate
amplifiers have identical gain to preserve the speaker’s voicing
balance. After removing the jumpers, connect the speaker wires
from the high frequency amplifier outputs to the upper set of
terminal posts on each speaker. Follow the same procedure
for connecting the low frequency amplifier outputs to the
lower set of terminals. Remember to maintain correct wiring
polarity (+ to +, – to –) in all connections.
Figure 1: Bi-Wiring
Wire Recommendations
These recommendations are for all connections
from the amplifier/receiver to each speaker:
Runs Gauge
Lengths up to 25' 16 or better
Lengths greater than 25' 14
but less than 50'
Lengths greater than 50' 12
but less than 75'
Lengths greater than 75' 12
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Figure 2: Bi-Amping
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LSiM Floor SpikeLSiM Rubber Foot
Rubber Feet & Adjustable Floor Spikes
Rubber feet and adjustable floor spikes are included
with your LSiM floorstanding loudspeakers to anchor
and stabilize the speaker on any type of floor. However,
you may wish to tilt the speaker backwards or forward
a tiny bit in order to optimize your listening area. This
is a subtle change you can experience that optimizes
imaging in your setup.
To Adjust The Floor Spikes
The floor spikes can be adjusted with the use of the
supplied 5 mm hex (Allen) wrench. Most floorstanding
speakers are adjustable only from below and require
two hands. The LSiM floor spikes are adjustable
from above.
Note: If the speaker is stable on the floor, no adjustment
is necessary.
If the speaker is unstable, follow these steps:
1. The speaker will be inclined to settle on three of the
four spikes leaving one spike slightly off the floor.
2. Determine which spike needs to be adjusted.
3. Use the supplied hex wrench and turn it clockwise
to lower the spike or counterclockwise to raise it.
4. The threaded portion of the spike is coated with
a locking compound, so the spike may offer some
resistance when you turn it.
5. As the spike contacts the floor, it will become
more difficult to turn. At that point the speaker
should be stabilized.
Removing Rubber Feet
Adjusting Floor Spike with Supplied
Hex (Allen) Wrench
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Clockwise to raise
Counterclockwise
to lower
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Enclosure Finish
9ÕÀÊSiM enclosures (except LSiM702
in real natural wood veneer. Clean these panels periodically
with a soft cloth and furniture polish to remove dust and
fingerprints. Never use harsh detergents and cleaning fluids.
Important Note: Do not use any petroleum based
cleaners or solvents on the loudspeaker cabinets.
U Clean wood panels with furniture polish and a soft cloth.
U Do not use furniture polish on black gloss lacquer.
U Clean black lacquer veneer with a damp cloth.
Baffle Smudges
Dust baffles and F/X end caps with a dry or damp cloth.
(A damp cloth is one that has been sprayed with a
recommended cleaner, not one soaked with water.)
We recommend you use a lint-free cloth; LSiM rubber
trim rings have a slight texture to them and can collect
fibers from a cloth that is not lint-free.
Dusting The Baffle
Use a can of compressed air for the grille and/or baffle
to dust. Use a “computer keyboard” vacuum but only
on the grille not the baffle.
F/X) are finished
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Specifications LSiM707 LSiM705 LSiM703
Type
Tweeter
Midrange
Midbass
Woofers
Frequency Response
(-3dB limits)
Overall Frequency Response
Steady State Recommended
Amp Power
2.83V Sensitivity
Impedance
tower tower bookshelf
1" (25mm) enhanced
Ring Radiator
3 1/4" super cell
aerated polypropylene
6 1/2" super cell
aerated polypropylene
6" x 9" Cassini oval,
super cell aerated
polypropylene
1" (25mm) enhanced
Ring Radiator
3 1/4" super cell
aerated polypropylene
5 1/4" super cell
aerated polypropylene
5" x 7" Cassini oval,
super cell aerated
polypropylene
1" (25mm) enhanced
Ring Radiator
3 1/4" super cell
aerated polypropylene
6 1/2" super cell
aerated polypropylene
n/a
38 Hz - 30 kHz 42 Hz - 30 kHz 50 Hz - 30 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz 22 Hz - 40 kHz 36 Hz - 40 kHz
20 W - 300 W 20 W - 250 W 20 W - 200 W
88 dB 88 dB 88 dB
compatible w/ 8 Ohm outputs compatible w/ 8 Ohm outputs compatible w/ 8 Ohm outputs
Orth Crossover
Tweeter/Midrange
Crossover Frequency
Midrange/Midbass
Crossover Frequency
Midbass/Woofer
Crossover Frequency
Tweeter High Pass
Slope (acoustic)
Midrange Low Pass
Slope (acoustic)
Midrange High Pass
Slope (acoustic)
Midbass Low Pass
Slope (acoustic)
Midbass High Pass
Slope (acoustic)
Woofer Low Pass
Slope (acoustic)
3.0 kHz 2.8 kHz 2.8 kHz
300 Hz 280 Hz 300 Hz
100 Hz 100 Hz n/a
18 dB/oct 18 dB/oct 18 dB/oct
18 dB/oct 18 dB/oct 18 dB/oct
12 dB/oct 12 dB/oct 12 dB/oct
12 dB/oct 12 dB/oct 6 dB/oct
6 dB/oct 12 dB/oct n/a
6 dB/oct 12 dB/oct n/a
Midrange Enclosure Type
Midbass Enclosure Type
Woofer Enclosure Type
Dimensions W x H x D
(greatest overall depth, grille)
Base Dimensions
sealed sealed sealed
sealed sealed n/a
dual PowerPort
9 1/2" x 50 13/16" x 18 7/16"
24.1 cm x 129.1 cm x 46.8 cm
10 1/2" x 20 5/16"
26.7 cm x 51.6 cm
Product Weight (each)
Shipping Weight
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99.2 lbs (45 kg) 78 lbs (35.4 kg) 29.6 lbs (13.4 kg)
114.7 lbs (52 kg) 86.4 lbs (39.2 kg) 32.5 lbs (14.75 kg)
®
dual PowerPort PowerPort
8 5/16" x 47" x 14 3/8"
21.1 cm x 119.4 cm x 36.5 cm
9 1/4" x 16 1/4"
8 13/16" x 16 3/4" x 14 9/16"
22.4 cm x 42.5 cm x 37 cm
n/a
23.5 cm x 41.3 cm
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Specifications LSiM706c LSiM704c LSiM702F/X
Type
Tweeter
Midrange
Woofer
Frequency Response
(-3dB limits)
Overall Frequency Response
Steady State Recommended
Amp Power
2.83V Sensitivity
Impedance
center channel center channel surround
1" (25mm) enhanced
Ring Radiator
3 1/4" super cell
aerated polypropylene
6 1/2" super cell
aerated polypropylene
50 Hz - 30 kHz 70 Hz - 30 kHz 55 Hz - 30 kHz
30 Hz - 40 kHz 40 Hz - 40 kHz 40 Hz - 40 kHz
20 W - 250 W 20 W - 200 W 20 W - 200 W
88 dB 88 dB 88 dB
compatible w/ 8 Ohm outputs compatible w/ 8 Ohm outputs compatible w/ 8 Ohm outputs
1" (25mm) enhanced
Ring Radiator
3 1/4" super cell
aerated polypropylene
5 1/4" super cell
aerated polypropylene
1" (25mm) enhanced
Ring Radiator
3 1/4" super cell
aerated polypropylene
6 1/2" super cell
aerated polypropylene
Orth Crossover
Tweeter/Midrange Crossover
Frequency
Midrange/Midbass Crossover
Frequency
Tweeter High Pass Slope
(acoustic)
Midrange Low Pass Slope
(acoustic)
Midrange High Pass Slope
(acoustic)
Midbass Low Pass Slope
(acoustic)
2.8 kHz 2.5 kHz 2.4 kHz
280 Hz 280 Hz 240 Hz
18 dB/oct 18 dB/oct 18 dB/oct
18 dB/oct 18 dB/oct 18 dB/oct
12 dB/oct 12 dB/oct 12 dB/oct
6 dB/oct 12 dB/oct 12 dB/oct
Midrange Enclosure Type
Woofer Enclosure Type
Dimensions W x H x D
(greatest overall depth, grille)
Product Weight (each)
Shipping Weight
Specifications, dimensions and features subject to change without notice. For more information call us at 1-800-377-7655
(USA and Canada). Outside of North America call +1 (410) 358-3600.
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sealed sealed sealed
dual PowerPort dual PowerPort PowerPort
28 3/4" x 9" x 13 13/16"
73 cm x 22.9 cm x 35.1 cm
42.3 lbs (19.2 kg) 27.8 lbs (12.6 kg) 28.9 lbs (13.1 kg)
46.3 lbs (21 kg) 29.1 lbs (13.2 kg) 62.1 lbs (28.18 kg)
21 3/16" x 7 3/4" x 9 3/8"
53.8 cm x 19.7 cm x 23.8 cm
19 15/16" x 16 1/4" x 6 3/4"
50.6 cm x 41.3 cm x 17.1 cm
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Limited Warranty
Polk Audio, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser only that this Polk Audio Loudspeaker
Product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for
a period of five (5) years from the date of original retail purchase from a Polk Audio
Authorized Dealer. However, this Warranty will automatically terminate prior to the
expiration of the five (5) years if the original retail purchaser sells or otherwise transfers
the Product to any other party. The original retail purchaser shall hereinafter be referred
to as “you.” To allow Polk Audio to offer the best possible warranty service, please
fill out the Product Registration Card(s) and send it to the Factory, at the address
provided on the Product Cards(s) within ten (10) days of the date of purchase.
Defective Products must be shipped, together with proof of purchase, prepaid insured
to the Polk Audio Authorized Dealer from whom you purchased the Product, or to the
Factory at 1 Viper Way, Vista, California 92081. Products must be shipped in the original
shipping container or its equivalent; in any case the risk of loss or damage in transit is
to be borne by you. If upon examination at the Factory or Polk Audio Authorized Dealer
it is determined that the unit was defective in materials or workmanship at any time
during this Warranty period, Polk Audio or the Polk Audio Authorized Dealer will, at its
option, repair or replace this Product at no additional charge, except as set forth below.
All replaced parts and Products become the property of Polk Audio. Products replaced
or repaired under this warranty will be returned to you, within a reasonable time,
freight prepaid.
This warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident,
disaster, misuse, abuse, negligence, inadequate packing or shipping procedures,
commercial use, voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit, cosmetic
appearance of cabinetry not directly attributable to defect in materials or workmanship, or service, repair, or modification of the Product which has not been authorized
or approved by Polk Audio. This warranty shall terminate if the Serial number on the
Product has been removed, tampered with or defaced. This warranty is in lieu of all
other expressed Warranties. If this Product is defective in materials or workmanship
as warranted above, your sole remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided
above. In no event will Polk Audio, Inc. be liable to you for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the Product, even if
Polk Audio, Inc. or a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer has been advised of the possibility
of such damages, or for any claim by any other party. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion
may not apply to you. All implied warranties on this Product are limited to the duration
of this expressed Warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied
Warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from state to state.
This Warranty applies only to Products purchased in the United States of America,
its possessions, and U.S. and NATO armed forces exchanges and audio clubs. The
Warranty terms and conditions applicable to Products purchased in other countries
are available from the Polk Audio Authorized Distributors in such countries.
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LSiM
Series
Manual
polk
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audio
specialists®
Manuel
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behalf of the entire LSiM team, I
want
to welcome you to the Polk Audio family of discerning
listeners
who
love music
and
take great pride
in
their audio systems. The performance objectives
for the
new
LSiM Series predate the original LSi design
and
are,
in
fact, design principles first
set
down
by Polk Audio more than 30 years
ago.
These principles find their expression
in
what
Polk
Audio believes
is
the essence of a great listening experience: sound that virtually transports
the listener to the scene of the recorded performance.
The
original
LSi
has
been Polk Audio's flagship loudspeaker for almost a decade.
In
that time
dramatic advances
in
transducer design, coupled with developments
in
new
materials, have
been applied to the LSiM Series.
The
result
is
more than
an
evolution; rather it's a re-engineering
of the qualities that made the original LSi highly regarded by the enthusiast press
and
much
celebrated
in
the audiophile world.
I'd like to invite you to visit our website to access the enhanced LSiM owner's manual and, if you
haven't done
so
already, to join the Polk Audio Forum, where you'll find a large community
who
share your passion for great sound. I also want to personally thank you for your commitment to
our products
and
to Polk Audio. I know this purchase was not made lightly. I'm certain that you'll
take great pleasure
in
your LSiM Series loudspeakers for decades to come.
Sincerely,
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Mark
Suskind
VP,
Product Line Management
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VP,
Engineering
Steve Tourison
Mechanical Engineer
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Project Manager
Sean O'Brien
Transducer Engineer
Scott Orth
Technical Director
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Gary Bivens
Quality
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Ken Chae
Industrial Designer
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Josh Claar
Prototyping
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