Klipsch RP-504C Center Channel Speaker-User Guide

Klipsch RP-504C Center Channel Speaker

Specifications

• SPEAKER TYPE: Center Channel
• brand: Klipsch
• MODEL NAME: RP-504C Ebony
• RECOMMENDED USES FOR PRODUCT: For Surround Sound Systems
• PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: 11.4 x 31 x 6.8 inches
• ITEM WEIGHT: 39.7 pounds
• QUAD SIZE: 5.25″
• TWEETER: 1” Titanium LTS Vented

Introduction

You will hear the most accurate, realistic, and lifelike sound possible thanks to Klipsch’s patented Tractrix horn-loaded technology, which directs high- frequency energy from the Reference Premiere center channel speakers straight at the listener and lessens artificial reverberation. For improved, detailed performance, the unique Linear Travel Suspension reduces distortion. Previous Reference lines were known for their LTS tweeters, which are now a staple of some of the greatest speakers available. High frequency reproduction has more clarity and detail because to the vented tweeter housing’s reduction of standing waves that produce undesirable harmonics. Cerametallic woofers are robust and lightweight for little distortion and maximum efficiency, making them a distinguishing feature of the Reference Premiere range.

It offers the highest speaker efficiency in its class when combined with the Tractrix horn-loaded LTS tweeter. The Reference Premiere ports’ use of Tractrix geometry enables the most effective and rapid air movement from the cabinet, which lowers port noise for punchier bass frequencies. Custom inner flares on Klipsch Tractrix ports aid to lessen air turbulence entering the port. For cleaner, more powerful bass, less turbulent air helps to reduce port noise. Single 5-way screw terminals support bare wire up to 12-gauge or banana plugs for versatile, long-lasting connections, and the bright color coding makes setup and connection simple.

HOW TO CHOOSE A CENTER CHANNEL

Always look for a center channel speaker with a “three-way design” and a tweeter and midrange that are vertically aligned. This enables it to perform more closely to a full range speaker, to produce a wider soundstage, and to properly track the acoustic image over the front stage.

HOW DO YOU LEVEL SPEAKERS MATCH

• Set the level on your receiver to 0dB.
• Enter your AV receiver’s System Setup menu.
• Go to the submenu for speaker configuration.
• Choose speaker level or the channel level (in some receivers you need to enable the test tone)
• Decide to use the Left speaker.

HOW TO SET SPEAKER DISTANCE

The stereo speakers’ spacing should correspond to how far away from the television you are seated. Each stereo speaker needs to be 3 feet away from the television, for instance, if you are sitting 6 feet from the television.

HOW DO YOU CALIBRATE SOUND

• Obtain a speaker-equipped item.
• Place both devices with their microphones towards the speaker at an equal distance from the speaker.
• Play the calibration tone and adjust the volume till the calibrated phone or sound level meter indicates that the level is between 60 and 70 dB for use as a benchmark.

FAQs

Can I only use the central speaker?
The center channel speaker actually works great on its alone and will still produce excellent sound.

How long does it take to break in Klipsch speakers?
Your speakers should be broken in after roughly 100 hours of use. The speaker’s surround and spider materials deteriorate when it is used more frequently. Not every speaker will sound noticeably different after being broken into. Some merely slightly advance, while others undergo significant alteration.

Does the center speaker have to be identical?
The center channel speaker needs to sound the same as the front left and right speakers for the front soundstage to be seamless.

Can I play music on the center speaker?
In a home theatre setting, the center channel is excellent for conversation but not for music.

Do fresh speakers need to be broken in?
The simplest approach to use your speakers is to connect them to your system and use them as you would normally. After 20 to 30 hours of continuous use, the speakers are typically considered suitably broken in, and they frequently continue to develop and improve for the first hundred or so hours.

After a break-in, do speakers sound better?
The good news is that after the initial break-in time, your speakers will unquestionably sound better. In order to more rapidly appreciate your speakers at their best, you might even want to complete this step straight away. Although your speakers have multiple moving parts, none of them have ever moved before usage.

Is a speaker break-in required?
New speakers need time to break in and won’t sound their best until they do, much like a new pair of shoes. Break-in largely affects the parts that make up the speaker’s suspension. These parts are the cone surround and the spider (lower suspension) (upper suspension).

Which size setting for the middle channel should be used?
Your system should be able to reproduce 20Hz (or lower) for the best results when used for home theatre applications. No matter how powerful your front speakers are, you should set them to “small” in order to get the most out of your AV receiver’s integrated crossover if you have a subwoofer.

The front speaker should be louder than the center.
No, the middle shouldn’t be louder than the fronts when tuned properly. The center is not louder because of the setup’s numbers (or not as loud). These changes are available so you may take into account the volume variations across speaker models (such as your center vs.

What height is ideal for my center speaker?
First, your center speaker should be placed as near to the height of your ears as possible. The center channel speaker will be above or below your flat- panel TV for the majority of systems.

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