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USING THE SPIKES IN THE BASE (Back to top)

Screw the accessory spikes into the nuts beneath the enclosure. The nature of the support will subtly change the sound quality. A sharp point contact (very high pressure over a small area) will reduce the interaction of the low frequencies with difficult room acoustics over the 50 to 150 Hz frequency band and will give a generally brighter sound presentation.

SPEAKER PLACEMENT WITHIN A ROOM (Back to top)

The listening room and the location of the loudspeaker within the room affects bass level and bass response, imaging, clarity and overall quality of sound. No other single factor has the same level of effect on the final sound quality. The acoustics of the listening room are determined by the dimensions of the room, its construction and the furnishings it contains. Rooms that have different dimensions for ceiling height, length and width will give a more even, balanced sound than rooms where the dimensions are equal to each other, especially at low frequencies. At low frequencies, room dimensions determine the pattern of standing waves within the room.

Wooden floors and "soft" walls such as wood wall paneling or plasterboard will also affect the reproduction of low frequencies. These "soft" floors and ceilings result in a loss of bass energy in the room because the low frequencies are "leaked" out. On the other hand, solid walls, floors and ceilings, like brick and concrete, may cause problems by increasing the level of reverberation time at low frequencies giving a boomy, fat sound.

At middle and high frequencies, furniture, carpets and curtains all have a damping effect that might be desirable, depending on the actual acoustics and your listening preferences. Ideally, there should be a reasonable balance between the absorptive material and sound reflecting surfaces. If there are two large reflecting surfaces facing each other, the "bounce" between sounds may make the music lack definition. Large, flat surfaces should be broken up with bookshelves, drapes, screens or tapestries.

For the best stereo reproduction, the two loudspeakers should be an equal distance from your listening position and separated so that the angle between them, at the listening position, is between 40 and 60 degrees (see Fig.1). For example, if your listening position is 8 to 12 feet (2.5 m) apart, placing the loudspeakers in corners or against a wall will result in the strongest (not necessarily the most accurate) bass.

Compact systems will also benefit from placement on stands or shelves. For the best stereo imaging, we recommend that the systems be placed so that the high frequency transducers are as close as possible to the ear level of a seated listener. Every room is different and there are unique tastes, so don't hesitate to experiment on you own.

POWER HANDLING - RMS (Back to top)

Thanks to their high efficiency, The Möbius loudspeaker will produce reasonable volume levels in a room of moderate size with very little amplifier power. However, using a small amplifier to obtain the desired volume listening levels may lead to overdriving the amplifier. This will generate high distortion levels and may cause damage to your loudspeaker. For the best performance, an amplifier should be selected with an output rating that is greater than the maximum power that will be used. This margin of reserve power will ensure that the amplifier will not attempt to deliver more power than its design allows. However, the power amplifier's power rating per channel must not exceed the maximum recommended amplifier power for that specific loudspeaker model. Please see the specifications section for details. Following these guidelines will provide virtually distortion-free loudspeaker life.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Back to top)

If there is no sound from any of the speakers, check the following:

• Receiver/amplifier is on and a source is playing
• Review proper operation of your receiver/amplifier

If there is no sound coming from one speaker, check the following:

• Check the "balance" control on your receiver/amplifier
• Check all wires and connections between receiver/amplifier and speakers
• Make sure all wires are connected. Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed, cut, or punctured

If the system plays at low volumes but shuts off as volume is increased, check the following:

• Make sure all wires are connected
• Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed, cut , or punctured
• If more than one pair of main speakers is being used, check the minimum impedance requirements of your receiver/amplifier

If there is low bass output, check the following:

• Make sure the polarity (+ and -) of the left and right "speaker Inputs" are connected properly

If you are not bi-wiring your system, and there is no output from either the low-or-high-frequency drivers, check the following:

• Make sure the shorting straps are properly attached to the terminals
• Check all connections between processor/amplifier and each of the speakers

If you are bi-wiring your system, and there is no output from either the low-or-high-frequency drivers, check the following:

• Make sure the amplifier is hooked up to both the low and high terminals on each speaker
• Check all connections between processor / amplifier and each of the speakers

GENERAL CARE OF THE SPEAKERS (Back to top)

The Mobius loudspeaker systems are finished in select aluminum veneers. The veneer is protected with a coating that will retain its finish for many years to come. Occasional cleaning with a clean, soft cloth will maintain the original beauty of the finish. The surface should be treated very carefully to avoid scratching the finish. Only lint-free cotton cloths should be used for dusting. To remove fingerprints and smudges, an ammonia-free cotton cloth and gently clean the surface. Never use any abrasive cleaners or strong chemical to clean the enclosure, in case of deep scratches or damage, please consult a qualified furniture repair shop.

SERVICE (Back to top)  

The Mobius loudspeaker are designed to give years of trouble-free service. No periodic maintenance is required. If a problem is suspected, first make sure all connections are properly made. If a problem exists in one loudspeaker, reverse the speaker wires to the left and right speaker. If the problem remains in the same speaker, then the fault is in the loudspeaker. If the problem moves to the other speaker , the cause is in another component or cable. Loudspeaker cones or diaphragms should not be moved by hand. The voice coil assembly is located with extreme precision and the clearance is very small. Any attempt to move the assembly by hand can easily force the voice coil out of alignment and cause distortion or failure.
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CONTACT US (Back to top)  

Should your loudspeaker system ever need service, return it to the artistic audio dealer from whom it was purchased. If for some reason this is impractical, write directly to the artistic audio Customer Service Department, describing the problem as fully as possible.

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