Paradigm Millenia LP Trio Soundbar Owner’s Manual

: June 4, 2024
: Paradigm

Table of Contents

Millenia LP Trio Soundbar
YOUR NEW SPEAKER
HOW TO AVOID SPEAKER DAMAGE
YOUR LISTENING ROOM
PLACEMENT
CONNECTION
INSTALLATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
LIMITED WARRANTY
Documents / Resources

MILLENIA™ LP TRIO
OWNERS MANUAL

Paradigm Millenia LP Trio Soundbar

Millenia LP Trio Soundbar

Paradigm Electronics Inc., 205 Annagem Boulevard, Mississauga, ON L5T 2V1
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE WALL-MOUNTING YOUR SPEAKERS.
Wall mount your speaker securely enough so that it cannot fall and cause personal injury or damage to property.
Paradigm DOES NOT supply hardware for mounting speakers to the wall. Hardware shown in this manual is for example only and will vary depending on the wall type. Always use screws appropriate for the wall type and weight of speakers.
If installing into drywall, install into 1/2˝ (13 mm) or 5/8˝ (16 mm) drywall only. Screws must be long enough to go through anchor bolts (not supplied) and firmly into drywall.
NON-LIABILITY: We are aware that the mounting assemblies provided for speakers in this manual could be used for purposes and in ways other than those for which they were intended. The manufacturer, distributor, retailer, and their respective agents cannot be held responsible or liable for injuries or property damage—direct, indirect or consequential—arising from the use of or inability to use these products safely and properly. Every effort has been made to provide accurate, error-free installation instructions. Paradigm Electronics Inc. disclaims liability for difficulties that may arise from the misinterpretation of the information contained in these instructions.
RECYCLING AND REUSE GUIDELINES (Europe)
In accordance with the European Union WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive effective August 13, 2005, we would like to notify you that our speakers may contain regulated materials which, upon disposal, require special reuse and recycling processing. For this reason, Paradigm Electronics Inc. (the manufacturer of Paradigm speakers and Anthem electronics products) has arranged with its distributors in European Union member nations to collect and recycle this product at no cost to you. To find your local distributor please contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product or go to our website at www.paradigm.com.
Please note that only the product falls under the WEEE directive. When disposing of packaging and other shipping material we encourage you to recycle through the normal channels.

Wall Mounting
(mounting screws not provided)| Table Top Mounting
(mounting screws provided)
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YOUR NEW SPEAKER

Break-In
Although your speaker will sound great ‘out of the box, it will sound even better once it’s ‘broken in.’ Allow your speaker to play for several hours before you begin to listen critically.
Drivers use ferrofluids that can thicken at temperatures below 10° C (50° F). The surrounding material used in the bass/midrange units is made of a compound that may stiffen in colder temperatures. If your speaker has been transported or stored in the cold, let it warm to room temperature before use.
Cleaning
Your speaker has a premium finish that must be treated with care. Use only a damp, soft cloth to clean. Never use strong, abrasive, or corrosive cleaning products. Common household cleaning products should be avoided.
Speaker Grilles
Your speaker is designed to be played with the grille either on or off.

HOW TO AVOID SPEAKER DAMAGE

To prevent damage to your speaker, please read the following guidelines before hooking it up.
Amplifier Distortion — The #1 Culprit!
Amplifier distortion is the principal cause of speaker damage. When listening at higher volume levels, your amplifier may run out of clean power and begin to produce a distorted signal if levels are increased any further. This will damage any brand of the speaker very quickly. (See your Authorized Paradigm Dealer for amplifier recommendations).
A More Powerful Amplifier is Safer
When choosing an amplifier, always select an amplifier with a power rating greater than that of the speaker. Using a 100-watt per channel amplifier on a 50-watt speaker allows the amplifier adequate headroom in order to provide a distortion-free signal. Conversely, using a 40-watt per channel amplifier on a 50-watt speaker limits the amplifier’s headroom. This causes the amplifier to enter its distortion level much sooner, potentially damaging the speaker.
Volume Control
Do not be fooled by the Volume Control of your receiver/preamplifier. It only adjusts the listening level—it is not a “power-output” dial. The amount of amplifier power actually used at a given Volume Control setting depends solely on the nature of the music you are listening to.
At a given Volume Control setting a quiet section of music will use less amplifier power than a loud section. With typical pop-rock, jazz, or large- scale classical music, the rated output power of many receivers/amplifiers is often reached when the Volume Control is between the “11 and 1 o’clock” settings (with bass/treble and loudness controls not used—otherwise rated power may be reached at even lower Volume Control settings).
HOW TO AVOID SPEAKER DAMAGE (continued)
Remember, all amplifiers produce distortion when operated beyond their rated output power. The resulting distortion will damage all speakers! Exercise caution! If you listen at loud levels, be careful to listen for the point of audible distortion—if the speakers begin to sound distressed turn the Volume Control down or your speakers and/or amplifier(s) will be damaged! This type of damage constitutes abuse and is not covered by the warranty. If louder volumes are desired, obtain a more powerful amplifier.
There is a Limit!
Although more powerful amplifiers are safer, there is a point at which you could have more power than the speaker can handle. At that point, you will overpower the speaker and damage it. Exercise caution! At loud levels do not increase bass/treble controls from zero and ensure that all loudness/contour/bass EQ buttons are off (otherwise rated output power will be reached at lower volume control settings).
The Right Amount of Power
A power-range rating is given as a guide to indicate the approximate minimum and maximum power input of your Milennia LP Trio speaker. Amplifiers that exceed your speaker’s power-range rating are recommended. Their greater power reserves provide better sound. However, exercise caution! Use the speakers within their power-range rating to prevent damage (keep listening levels below the point of excessive woofer cone excursion).

YOUR LISTENING ROOM

Your speaker is designed to provide state-of-the-art sound in a wide variety of domestic settings. Note, however, that room construction, dimensions, and even furnishings all play a part in the quality of sound you ultimately achieve. Your listening room will impose its own character on the performance capabilities of any speaker system. The extra care taken in the installation will result in greater listening enjoyment. Try to follow these guidelines:

Mid and high frequencies are affected by the amount of soft furnishings in your room—curtains, carpets, sofas, wall coverings, etc. An excess of such items can result in a somewhat dull sound. The same room without any soft furnishings can produce an overall bright sound. The typical quantity of soft furnishings found in most living environments provides the right acoustic characteristics to allow the speakers to sound balanced;
Concrete floors and walls tend to aggravate low-frequency standing wave problems and are less preferred;
Rooms, where height, width, and length are similar, should be avoided as they can exhibit significant low-frequency standing wave problems. This may result in reduced clarity. If no other room is possible, experiment with speaker placement to minimize problems.

PLACEMENT

Accurate Timbre
For the most accurate and natural timbre, position the speaker so that sound from the high-frequency drivers reaches the listener at approximately ear level. Keep in mind, your speaker will allow for higher than usual placement of the high-frequency drivers, a particularly important feature when wall mounting.

CONNECTION

Make sure to turn your amplifier off before making or breaking any signal connections! Millenia LP Trio is designed with easy-to-use push-style binding posts that accept bare wire or pins. Assign the same color to the (+) and (-) terminals on both the speaker and the amplifier. Make certain that all connections are tight.

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The following chart identifies the minimum gauge requirements for various cable lengths:

MINIMUM GAUGE REQUIREMENTS

INSTALLATION

If you are not comfortable performing the following installation procedure, have a professional perform the installation (see your dealer about hiring a professional). Wall Mounting:
Required tools (Not included):

Ruler
Level
Electric drill and 1/4” (6.35 mm) and 1/8” (3.175 mm) drill bits
Screwdriver
3 – 1-1/2” (38.1 mm) screws

Required tools (Included):

Wall template
Wall bracket

Locate the mounting location using a level and the installation template.
Mark the pilot hole locations.
Drill the pilot holes using a 1/8” drill bit. If a pilot hole DOES NOT hit a stud, widen that pilot hole using a 1/4” drill bit and install a wall anchor at that location.
Using appropriate screws, mount the wall bracket as shown.
Hold the speaker, guiding the wall mount bolts into the keyholes.

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The grille logo is magnetic and can be removed.

Tabletop:
Required tools (Not included):

Phillips screwdriver

Required tools (Included):

Tabletop Mounting Brackets
2 – #8 x 3/4” screws

Using a Phillips screwdriver and #8 x 3/4 inch screws, attach both horizontal stands (supplied) to the back of the speaker.
Turn the bolts in the horizontal stands to level the speaker or to adjust the angle.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	SOLUTION
No Sound	• Make sure the receiver, preamp, or amplifier is plugged in and

turned on.
• Check power outlet at the wall is working.
• Are headphones plugged in, or is the system on Mute?
• Re-check all connections.
No Sound from One More Speaker| • Check your balance control.
• Check that all power cords are properly plugged in and functioning.
Lack of Bass or Dislocated Image| • One or more speakers may be connected out of phase (their polarity is reversed).
• Re-check to ensure that each speaker’s cable is connected with the correct polarity: red (+) to red (+) and black (-) to black (-).

LIMITED WARRANTY

Your new speaker is warranted to be and remain free of manufacturing and/or material defects for a period of five (5) years from the date of original purchase. Within the time period specified, repair, replacement or adjustment of parts for manufacturing and/or material defects will be free of charge to the original owner.
Thermal or mechanical abuse/misuse is not covered under warranty.
Limitations:

Warranty begins on the date of original retail purchase from an Authorized Paradigm® Reference Dealer only. It is not transferable;
Warranty applies to products in normal home use only. If the product is subjected to any of the conditions outlined in the next section, the warranty is void;
Warranty does not apply if the product is used in professional or commercial applications.

Warranty is Void if:

The product has been abused (intentionally or accidentally);
The product has been used in conjunction with unsuitable or faulty equipment;
The product has been subjected to damaging signals, derangement in transport, mechanical damage or any abnormal conditions;
The product (including the cabinet) has been tampered with or damaged by an unauthorized
service facility;
The serial number has been removed or defaced.

Owner Responsibilities:

Provide normal/reasonable operating care and maintenance;
Provide or pay for transportation charges for the product to the service facility;
Provide proof of purchase (your sales receipt given at the time of purchase from your Authorized Paradigm® Reference Dealer must be retained for proof-of-purchase date).

Should servicing be required, contact your nearest Authorized Paradigm® Reference Dealer, Paradigm Electronics Inc. or Import Distributor (outside the U.S. and Canada) to arrange, bring in or ship prepaid any defective unit. Visit our website, www.paradigm.com for more information.
Paradigm Electronics Inc. reserves the right to improve the design of any product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, of merchantability, and fitness for any particular purpose and may not be extended or enlarged by anyone. In no event shall Paradigm Electronics Inc., their agents, or representatives be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.
Retain this manual and your sales receipt for proof of warranty term and proof of purchase.

Documents / Resources

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