Parasound outsider owners manual

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2 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Outsiders Series Loudspeaker system and thank you for choosing Parasound. Your new Outsiders were developed using the finest loudspeaker and crossover components available. Extensive computer modeling and countless hours of listening were spent to insure accurate audio reproduction in a variety of installations where placement compromises must sometimes be made. The kevlar woofer cones with polyurethane rubber surrounds and the ferrofluid-treated wide dispersion tweeters are carefully constructed to resist the effects of hostile weather climates. The specially molded cabinets are hermetically sealed to resist the elements. Please take a few minutes to read these instructions thoroughly to make the installation easier and insure optimum performance. Unpacking and Inspection Carefully unpack your Outsiders and locate the enclosed accessories: Qty Description 2 Outsiders loudspeakers 2 Mounting brackets 2 Plastic speaker-to-bracket mounting knobs 1 Bag with four round stickers to cover unused bracket mounting holes Be sure to carefully inspect the speakers for any signs of shipping damage. If you notice any, contact your Parasound Dealer immediately. Save your carton and packing inserts for safe transport in case you move or your loudspeakers ever require shipping. Precautions If you have any doubts about your ability to install outdoor loudspeakers, you should consider the services of a custom installer. If you plan to install them yourself, always use good quality tools to save time and make the installation go more smoothly. Determine the final location of both left and right speakers pulling any wire or mounting hardware since changes to one speaker may affect the other either aesthetically or acoustically. Look for pipes, wiring or any other conflicting material that might be damaged before beginning the installation. Prewiring Before you purchase loudspeaker wire, check local building codes to make sure that the wire is rated to comply with applicable local safety codes such as UL or CL-2. Use only stranded wire no thinner than AWG 16, and for runs longer than 100 feet, we recommend a minimum of AWG 14. When pulling wire, take care not to pull the wire too fast to prevent stretching the wire or scorching the insulation from friction. Leave 2 to 3 feet of excess loudspeaker wire at both ends; it is easier to trim off excess wire than to splice additional wire. When securing speaker wire, be careful not to pierce the insulation with nails or staples.

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3 For best performance and easier troubleshooting, always home run wiring when installing multiple speakers rather than connecting from one speaker to the next. When connecting multiple speakers, make sure that the power amplifier is capable of adequately driving the combined impedance of the speakers. If not, you may need additional amplifiers or an impedance protection device that are often built into loudspeaker selection boxes. Choosing Your Mounting Locations Placement affects the performance of all loudspeakers. To obtain maximum bass output, locate each speaker near the junction of two walls or a wall and ceiling. Be aware that outdoor speaker placement makes it nearly impossible to hear the same level of bass as you would hear indoors where the enclosed cavity reinforce low frequencies. Never attempt to drive the speaker to attempt to reach the same outdoor levels you would expect from indoor loudspeakers. This could damage the loudspeakers and/or amplifier. If you hear distortion from the loudspeakers, you should reduce the volume. If you think your amplifier cannot adequately drive the loudspeakers, consult your Parasound dealer for advice. Outdoor Location Considerations Outsiders Series loudspeakers are designed to resist most weather conditions. Please observe the following precautions to extend their life: 1. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to prevent the loudspeakers from being subjected to heat and ultraviolet radiation. 2. Outsiders use stainless steel grills and mounting screws. But even stainless is not immune to extended exposure to salt air. You should take care to minimize its extremely corrosive effects. If you live near salty water or where there is salty fog, mount your loudspeakers where you can easily disconnect them, rinse them well with fresh water and store them dry indoors when not in use. Loudspeaker corrosion is evidence of extended exposure to salt air or salt water and is not covered under warranty. 3. Never locate your Outsiders directly on the ground where pooled water could reach the grill or driver units. If they must be located near the ground, place an object underneath them to raise them above puddles. 4.Warning! Never submerge the loudspeakers or attempt to operate them underwater. This could lead to risk of shock. 5. Do not locate the speakers closer than two feet to any direct heat source such as an exposed radiator or heating duct.