ASCENDO THE 6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 Immersive Audio Monitor Loudspeaker Instruction Manual
- September 5, 2024
- ASCENDO
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THE 6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 Immersive Audio Monitor Loudspeaker
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Specifications
- Product: The6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30
- Package Contents:
- 1 x The6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30
- 2 x Brackets
- 1 x Grille
- 1 x Quick Start Guide
- 1 x Drilling Template
- Compliance: RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
Product Usage Instructions
Speaker Placement
Positioning your wedge-shaped loudspeakers properly is critical
to achieve optimal sonic performance. Follow these guidelines:
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The multi-purpose WEDGE shaped SPEAKERS: Mount
horizontally, vertically, or at any angle in-between due to
axi-periodic dispersion pattern. -
Using the speakers as surround speakers: Place
on side walls, not closer to the screen than the first row of
viewing chairs. If two rows, place between them. Speakers should be
higher than seating area. -
Using the speakers as rear surround speakers:
Place on or in rear walls, higher than seating area. Ensure direct
access to each ear without occlusion of line of sight.
Connections
Refer to the operation manual for detailed instructions on
connecting The6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 to your audio system.
Caring for Your Product
Clean only with a dry cloth. Avoid exposure to rain or moisture.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel if damaged or not operating
normally.
FAQ
Q: How should I clean the product?
A: Clean the product using a dry cloth to avoid any damage from
moisture.
Q: Where should I place the speakers for optimal
performance?
A: Follow the guidelines provided in the speaker placement
section of the manual to ensure optimal performance.
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E L E V AT E YOUR SOUND
OPERATION MANUAL
Contents
1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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2 PACKAGE CONTENTS
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3 SPEAKER PLACEMENT
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4 CONNECTIONS
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5 CARING FOR YOUR PRODUCT
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6 SPECIFICATIONS
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7 DIMENSIONS
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8 DOCUMENTS / RESOURCES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions. 5. Clean only with a dry cloth. 6. Install this
apparatus in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 7. Do not
install this apparatus near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other ap paratus. 8. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been dam
aged in any way, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally or has been dropped.
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DISPOSAL
Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste and
should be delivered to an appropriate collection facility for recycling.
Proper disposal and recycling help protect natural resources, human health,
and the environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this
product, contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where
you bought this product.
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant. This product is in compliance with Directive
2011/65/EU, and its amendments, on the restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. REACH
REACH (Regulation No 1907/2006) addresses the production and use of chemical
substances and their potential impacts on human health and the environment.
Article 33(1) of REACH Regulation requires suppliers to inform the recipients
if an article contains more than 0.1 % (per weight per article) of any
substance(s) on the Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Candidate List
(`REACH candidate list’). At the time of release of this product, no
substances of REACH candidate list are contained in a concentration of more
than 0.1% per weight in this product. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING ASCENDO IMMERSIVE
AUDIO.
For more than 24 Years, ASCENDO has been involved in music reproduction. We
are confident that the AIA product you have chosen will provide every note of
enjoyment that you expect. Please take a moment to register your product on
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latest advancements and helps us to better understand our customers and build
products that meet their needs and expectations. All features and
specifications are subject to change without notice.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
E L E V AT E YOUR SOUND
1 x The6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30
2 x Brackets
1 x Grille
OPERATION MANUAL
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x D r i l l i n g T e m p l a t e
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SPEAKER PLACEMENT
Positioning your wedge-shaped loudspeakers properly is critical to achieve the
sonic performance of a home theater. Please read the following section for
guidance in correct and optimal placement.
The multi-purpose WEDGE shaped SPEAKERS
The The6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 is a perfect choice to serve as powerful front left
right, wide or alternatively as top front, top rear, front high, rear high,
high side surrounds or front/rear high center in a multi-channel system. Since
they have been designed for uniform coverage and maximum dispersion of sound,
they should be placed with the center of the speaker driver facing the main
listening position of the room. Ideally, the corresponding speaker pairs will
be placed about 60 degrees apart from each other viewed from the listening
position, so that the distance between the speakers is the same as each
speaker’s distance.
The recommended mounting of The6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 is horizontal or vertical or
any angle in-between because the speakers possess an axi-periodic dispersion
pattern.
Using the speakers as surround speakers
Surround speakers should be placed on the side walls no closer to the screen
than the first row of viewing chairs. If there are two rows of chairs, these
speakers should be placed between the two rows. Surround speakers should be
placed higher than the seating area. Rule of thumb is that the center of the
speaker cone should have direct access to each ear with all seats occupied, so
that no occlusion of direct line of sight happens between the tweeter and each
ear.
Using the speakers as rear surround speakers.
Rear Surround speakers should be placed on or in the rear walls. Rear Surround
speakers should be placed higher than the seating area. Rule of thumb is that
the center of the speaker cone should have direct access to each ear with all
seats occupied. This is especially challenging with seats possessing really
high back supports. Ideally no occlusion of direct line of sight happens
between the tweeter and each ear.
Listening distance and volume variation.
Ideally the minimum listening distance is 2 meters or 12 feet to a surround
speaker. The minimum and the maximum listening distance variation should be as
low as possible, i.e. minimum 2 meters, maximum 4 meters, which reduces the
listening volume difference to 6dB at worst case.
The drawings show possible speaker positions.
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CONNECTIONS
Speakers and electronics have corresponding (+) and () terminals. Most
manufacturers of speakers and electronics, use red to denote the (+) terminal
and black for the () terminal. It is important to connect both terminals
identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the amplifier, and () on the
speaker to () on the amplifier. This connection ensures, that all speakers
work in unison and make a forward movement if a positive signal is applied and
move backward when a negative signal is applied. It is important to connect
all speakers identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the amplifier and ()
on the speaker to () on the amplifier. Wiring any one speaker “out of phase”
(+ to – and – to +) to other speakers in the system results in thin sound,
weak bass and poor imaging. With the advent of multichannel surround sound
systems, connecting all the speakers in your system with the correct polarity
remains equally important to preserve the proper ambience and directionality
of the program material. THE6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 uses both (+) (+) and (-) (-)
for its connection, please see image for possible connecting options. Both (+)
(+) and (-) (-) are internally connected. The (+) terminal of the dedicated
amplifier channel must be connected to the (+) terminal(s) of the speaker as
the () terminals of the amp need to be connected to the () terminal(s) of
the speaker. In this wiring configuration, the amplifier will be presented
with a nominal 8 Ohms speaker load. THE6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 is specifically
designed for use in conjunction with low noise amplifiers where the residual
noise floor of the amplifier should be below 40µV. Connect your main receiver
or processor’s output to the line-level input on your amplifier. CONNECTING
THE SPEAKERS TO AMPLIFICATION To connect THE6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 loudspeakers to
power amplifier(s) or receiver, use two-conductor insulated speaker wire. Wire
length Recommended Size Up to 40 ft. (12m) 14-gauge Up to 60 ft. (20m)
12-gaugue THE6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 push on phoenix connectors can accommodate up
to #12 AWG stranded wire.
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CARING FOR YOUR PRODUCT
Wipe the cabinet with a clean, dry cloth to remove dust. A damp cloth may dull
the cabinet’s finish. Do not use volatile liquids such as benzene, paint
thinner or alcohol on the cabinet. Do not spray insecticide near the cabinet.
To remove dust from the grille fabric, use a vacuum cleaner, soft brush and
set to low suction. Do not wash the grille in water, as water may fade the
grille’s color or make it uneven. If the surface of the woofer cone becomes
dusty you can carefully sweep it clean with a soft, dry calligraphy brush or
paint brush or low air pressure. Do not use a damp cloth.
SPECIFICATIONS
Modell Speaker Type Passive | Active Principle SPL
Frequency Range
Efficiency Power handling Impedance Woofer Tweeter Directivity horizontal x
vertical in Deg° Input Terminal Enclousure Dimensions (W/H/D) mm Dimensions
(W/H/D) inch Packing dimensions (W/H/D) mm Packing dimensions (W/H/D) inch
Weight Gross Weight Finish Mounting
THE6 PASSIVE Wedge 30 6.5″ Time coherent point-source coaxial Passive Vented
Measured data 111 dB cont. / 122 dB peak Measured data 100 Hz 20 kHz / 93 dB
/ 1W/m 200 W 8 6,5″ woofer 1″ soft dome driver 85° x 85° One 4-conductor
Phoenix 12 AWG (3,3 mm²) push on binding post MDF 240 / 255 / 155 Vertical,
240 /155 / 255 Horizontal 9,45 / 10,04 / 6,10 Vertical, 9,45 / 6,10 / 10,04
Horizontal 370 / 280 / 370 14,57 / 11,02 / 14,57 5,2 kg | 11,46 lbs 6,6 kg |
14,55 lbs Matte black and glossy white 6 x wall brackets for horizontal and
vertical installation + VESA 100 x 100 mounting points
Technical modifications subject to change without further notice
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DIMENSIONS
THE6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30
DOCUMENTS RESOURCES
ASCENDO_THE6 PASSIVE WEDGE 30 (pdf)
E L E V AT E YOUR SOUND
OPERATION MANUAL
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