Revel® Performa™ C30 Loudspeaker
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INTRODUCTION............................................... |
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ABOUT THE MANUAL AND WARRANTY................................. |
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DESCRIPTION ................................................. |
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WOOFERS ........................................................................ |
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MIDRANGE ....................................................................... |
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TWEETER ......................................................................... |
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CROSSOVER NETWORK ..................................................... |
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CABINET ........................................................................... |
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UNPACKING.................................................... |
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REMOVING THE GRILLE (OPTIONAL)................................... |
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INSTALLING STANDS (OPTIONAL) ..................... |
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INSTALLING SPIKES....................................... |
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RELOCATING THE CENTER FOOT .................... |
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PLACEMENT ................................................. |
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CONNECTIONS.............................................. |
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SYSTEM OPTIMIZATION .................................. |
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CABINET CARE.............................................. |
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LOUDSPEAKERS AND POWER........................ |
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OBTAINING SERVICE...................................... |
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SPECIFICATIONS............................................ |
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INTRODUCTION
The REVEL® PERFORMA™ C30 center-channel loudspeaker draws upon the same research, resources, and unique perspective made famous by Revel’s ULTIMA™ Series, resulting in standardsetting low coloration and freedom from distortion over an extraordinarily wide dynamic range.
The REVEL PERFORMA C30 loudspeaker provides this exceptional performance uniformly over a wide listening area through the use of placement compensation circuits tested in a wide range of real-world applications. Individually hand-tuned crossovers assure that this loudspeaker will produce the same extraordinary sound quality as the original reference standard, and an ideal timbre match to Revel left and right front loudspeakers. Its superior performance, validated by our objective listening tests, will greatly enhance the enjoyment of music or film sound in your home.
Figure 1. The REVEL PERFORMA C30 center-channel loudspeaker.
ABOUT THE MANUAL AND WARRANTY
To begin enjoying your new loudspeaker, first read and then perform the instructions in this owner’s manual. Maximum performance depends on following all instructions described here, as well as those found in the owner’s manuals of associated components in your audio system. Save these instructions for future reference.
The REVEL PERFORMA C30 center-channel loudspeaker is covered by a limited 5-year warranty, so save the bill of sale to protect your purchase and aid in any service-related questions.
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DESCRIPTION
The REVEL PERFORMA C30 loudspeaker uses two 6.5-inch (165 mm) inverted magnesium/aluminum-alloy dome woofers, a 4-inch (102 mm) inverted magnesium/aluminum-alloy dome midrange, and an aluminum-alloy dome 1-inch (25 mm) tweeter.
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Combined with an individually-optimized crossover network, this transducer arrangement provides a uniform “listening window” or area in which the sound varies little. The dual high power-handling woofers and high-order crossover networks assure an extraordinary dynamic range capability with very low dynamic compression. Full magnetic shielding allows use near a video monitor.
WOOFERS
The two 6 .5-inch (165 mm) woofers feature:
•1.5-inch (38 mm) diameter voice coils wound on Kapton bobbins for unsurpassed dynamic capability and freedom from compression.
•Fully-pistonic operation throughout their entire operating range, with inverted magnesium/aluminum alloy diaphragms for low coloration and distortion.
•Large 26-ounce (0.737 kg) magnet system with optimized circuits for vanishing low distortion.
•Die-cast basket to eliminate coloration from resonances.
MIDRANGE
The 4-inch (102 mm) midrange features:
•1.5-inch (38 mm) diameter voice coil on a Kapton® former for extraordinary power handling and freedom from distortion.
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Figure 2. The REVEL PERFORMA C30 transducer and connection locations.
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•Fully-pistonic operation throughout its entire operating range, with an inverted magnesium/aluminum-alloy dome for extremely low coloration and distortion.
•Neodymium motor derived from the REVEL ULTIMA SALON® midrange transducer.
•Die-cast basket to eliminate coloration from resonances.
TWEETER
The 1-inch (25 mm) tweeter features:
•An aluminum-alloy dome for fully-pistonic operation.
•Ferrofluid magnetic cooling for high power handling and low dynamic compression.
•Large co-polymer surround for linear operation over a wide dynamic range.
CROSSOVER NETWORK
The REVEL PERFORMA C30 crossover is expertly designed to seamlessly integrate the transducers over a wide listening area, and to compensate for a wide range of listening environments. The crossover features:
•A 3-way, high-order crossover at 280 Hz and 2.5 kHz for high power handling, optimized dispersion, and freedom from distortion and dynamic compression.
•Individual calibration to match each REVEL PERFORMA C30 to the original reference standard.
•3-position placement compensation switch for low coloration under a wide range of conditions.
•Calibrated high-frequency level control for accurate, repeatable settings.
•Separate woofer, midrange, and tweeter crossover boards to eliminate any distortion-causing interaction.
CABINET
The cabinet is constructed of 0.75-inch (19 mm) thick MDF walls with extensive internal bracing for unshakable performance. Three cast aluminum feet adorn the cabinet for superior coupling to any surface.
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UNPACKING
To avoid injury, please use care during unpacking. Always stand as straight as possible and use your leg muscles to lift the REVEL PERFORMA C30 loudspeaker. Do not lift it while bending from the waist.
To unpack the REVEL PERFORMA C30 loudspeaker, perform the following steps:
1.Place the REVEL PERFORMA C30 loudspeaker onto its side.
2.Open the bottom flaps. Stand the carton in the up position.
3.Lift the carton off the loudspeaker and set it aside, being careful not to damage the contents (see Figure 3).
Warranty Card and
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Spike Foot |
Right Pad |
Kit |
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Protective
Bag
Left Pad
4.Remove the spike foot kit and set it aside.
5.Remove the left and right pads and the protective bag. Use caution to avoid scraping the finish or pulling off the grille.
After unpacking the unit, carefully inspect it for possible damage due to shipping. If you discover any damage, immediately contact your Revel dealer for further assistance. When moving a REVEL PERFORMA C30 loudspeaker (e.g., when experimenting with placement), avoid touching the transducers.
Keep all packing materials for future shipping. In the unlikely event a product will need repair, Revel will only accept a unit in its original shipping carton. Using any other packing materials may result in damage to the product and is not covered by the warranty. See Obtaining Service on page 18 for additional details.
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Figure 3. A REVEL PERFORMA C30 loudspeaker with its inner packing materials.
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REMOVING THE GRILLE (OPTIONAL)
For custom installations, in which acoustically-transparent grille cloth is already in place, you can remove the grille from the REVEL PERFORMA C30 loudspeaker, as shown in Figure 4 below.
Figure 4. Removing
the grille.
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INSTALLING STANDS (OPTIONAL)
1.Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the Revel Performa C30 loudspeaker feet and screws (for later attachment to the stand base). Locate the parts bag (packed with the loudspeaker) that contains the spikes, lock nuts, covers, screws, and a wrench. Set all parts aside.
2.Start the stand assembly by fastening three upright bars to the bottom ‘T’ base with three enclosed 1⁄4 -20 x 1" flat head screws. Note the position of the angled ends on the short and long upright bars, as shown in Figure 5 (right side view).
‘T’ Base
(3) 1⁄4-20 x 1"
Flat Head Screws
(Start All Screws
Before Tightening)
Short
Bar
Short
Long Bar
Bar
RIGHT SIDE VIEW
3.Place the stand in its upright position. Install the top plate with three enclosed 1⁄4 -20 x 1" flat head screws, as shown in Figure 6.
Top Plate
(3) 1⁄4-20 x 1" Flat Head Screws
(Start All Screws
Before Tightening)
Figure 5. Installing bars onto the ‘T’ base for the REVEL PERFORMA PEDESTAL 2.
Figure 6. Installing the top plate.
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