Klipsch B-200 Bookshelf Speaker Pair with Proprietary Horn Technology Instruction Guide

Klipsch B-200 Bookshelf Speaker Pair with Proprietary Horn Technology

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

• READ these instructions.
• KEEP these instructions.
• HEED all warnings.
• FOLLOW all instructions.
• DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
• CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.
• DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• DO NOT expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.

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DANGER: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
WARNING: No naked flame sources – such as candles – should be placed on the product.
WARNING: Do Not Open I Risk of Electrical Shock. Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to life. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

ROOM PLACEMENT

Before You Start – Some Klipsch speakers have feet and other accessories that may need to be installed prior to use. Please refer to Diagrams 1, 2 and 3 for installation.

Left and Right Main Channel Speakers – For optimum performance, Klipsch suggests placing your speakers six to 15 feet (2 to 4.5m) apart and at least 24 inches (60.8cm) from the back and side walls. They may also be toed-in slightly for better stereo imaging. The listening position should be about 1 to 1.5 times the distance separating the speakers. Refer to Figures 1 and 3 for connection and placement.

Center Channel Speakers – Center channel speakers are designed to place dialogue and primary sounds so that they appear to come from the video screen. The speakers should therefore be placed as close to the screen as possible, preferably directly on top of or below the screen. Refer to Figures 1, 2 and 3 for connection and placement.

Rear Surround Channel Speakers – Klipsch WOST™ surround speakers should be placed approximately 2 feet above the listening position. Typically this will be about 5-7 feet above the floor. The surrounds should be placed on the walls directly adjacent to the listening position. Another option would be on the wall behind the listening position. The final surround speaker placement depends on your room’s characteristics. They are designed to recreate the sense of space and ambience that many of today’s surround sound technologies provide. Refer to Diagram 4 and Figures 1 and 3 for connection and placement.

CONNECTING Conventional Connection – Using 16-gauge or larger speaker wire, connect the RED “positive” (+) terminal of the LEFT speaker to the RED “positive” (+) terminal of your amplifier’s LEFT channel. Connect the BLACK “negative” (-) terminal of the LEFT speaker to the BLACK “negative” (-) terminal of your amplifier’s LEFT channel. Repeat this procedure for connecting all remaining speakers to the appropriate amplifier channels. Refer to Figure 3. Make sure that no bare wires from any of the connections touch any other terminals as this could cause a short and damage your equipment. Some Synergy speakers come with dual binding posts that are connected by a metal strip. Do not remove this strip or your speakers will not function correctly. Keep this strip in place and connect your speaker wire to the top set of the binding posts. It is possible to “Bi-wire” a speaker that has two sets of binding posts. Please see your receiver’s manual for further instructions.

Amplifier Requirements – Klipsch speakers are highly efficient and will operate easily on a wide variety of amplifiers. All Klipsch speakers are 8-ohm compatible and can be driven to very high levels with low distortion. Due to the high output levels Klipsch speakers are capable of reproducing, exercise caution with the volume control. Excessive volume over long periods can permanently damage your hearing. Overdriving your amplifier could also damage your speakers. Check with your dealer to make sure your particular amplifier is best suited to your application. We want you listening for a lifetime.

CARE AND CLEANING

The only thing you should ever need to do to your speakers is dust them occasionally. Never apply any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner or any harsh detergent. You can clean the grilles with the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner.

EU COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

Eligible to bear the CE mark, Conforms to European Union EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

WEE NOTICE

Note: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU) and Norway.
This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

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FAQs

How well do the bookshelf speakers from Klipsch B-200 reproduce music?****

Bookshelf speakers can be used for more than just playing music. When watching movies and TV shows, a set of high-quality bookshelf speakers may provide vocal clarity and dynamics that are noticeably better than any TV’s built-in speakers. A centre speaker made especially to mimic speech is an additional choice with a number of our speaker selections.

Can you flip the Klipsch B-200 bookcase speakers?****

Yes. Although not ideal, bookshelf speakers can be placed on their side. As a result, sound quality can degrade. While not ideal, a horizontal position might be acceptable if your objective is casual listening.

It is unknown how long the Klipsch B-200 bookshelf speakers will last?****

The answers to these questions depend on the specific components of the speakers, their level of construction, and their distinguishing traits. If you take care of your speakers, they should last between 10 and 20 years before needing to be replaced.

Are the front speakers functional?****

Bookshelf speakers can be utilised as front speakers in a home theatre sound system, but they don’t have the same performance capabilities as a subwoofer (bass source). Bookshelf speakers only have two drivers in comparison to tower speakers, hence their bass range is constrained. Placement and design are vital for the best use.

What happens if speakers are too near a wall?****

Contrary to too closely approaching a side wall, where the wall is now impacting and being seen by the speaker’s complete front driver assembly, getting too closely to a rear wall typically merely boosts the bass.

What applications can Klipsch B-200 bookshelf speakers be used for?****

Bookshelf speakers should be mounted to a table, shelf, or other elevated surface. They will improve small- to medium-sized venues’ audio quality.

How should my Klipsch B-200 bookshelf speakers be maintained?****

For the optimum sound dispersion down the length of a rectangle-shaped room, the bookshelf speakers should be placed near to the far end. In order to reduce reflections, you should essentially leave as much room as you can between the front of the speakers and the wall they are facing.

Do speaker-equipped bookcases produce better audio?****

The fact that bookshelf speakers work best when mounted on a stand is not surprising. By using a properly constructed loudspeaker stand, this elevates the tiny box speaker off of surfaces such as bookshelves, floors, and walls.

How powerful are the centre channel Klipsch B-200 bookshelf speakers?****

A bookshelf may be utilised as a centre speaker just as easily as a left or right speaker because the centre channel is practically the same as the left and right channels. The speaker would be standing straight in this scenario (true of most speakers).

How well do bookcase speakers work for movie viewing?****

It’s important to remember that a bookshelf speaker can be rather small and effectively reproduce the entire frequency range. In a listening room, bookshelf speakers arranged in a 2.0 arrangement are typical.

How far away from the wall should I place my Klipsch B-200 bookshelf speakers?****

Usually, bookshelf speakers should be positioned at or just above ear level. For optimal results, the tweeters should be placed close to ear level.

Are the wall-mounted Klipsch B-200 bookshelf speakers still in stock?****

To maximise their overall performance, bookshelf speakers should ideally be positioned two to three feet apart from the wall. Where the air emitted through the ports can reach the surrounding area as quickly as possible is the ideal location for bookshelf speakers.

Do the bases come off?****

More for acoustical reasons than for aesthetic ones, the bases are tilted. When they are gone, vanity takes over.

When constructing a home theatre system, can these be used as the rear speakers?****

There will be top-notch surround speakers in the back. World Wide Stereo trader, 37 years old, who is incredibly proud of his work.

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