DEFINITIVE TECHNOLOGY BP9000 Series SR9080BP Bipolar Surround Speakers Owner’s Manual
- June 4, 2024
- DEFINITIVE TECHNOLOGY
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DEFINITIVE TECHNOLOGY BP9000 Series SR9080BP Bipolar Surround Speakers
Thank you for choosing the Definitive Technology BP9000 Bipolar Surround
Speakers. These compact, high-quality bipolar speakers are intended primarily
for use as a rear or side speakers. In addition, they can also be used as
front “effects” speakers in multichannel DSP systems. The lifelike soundfield
and flexible placement make this speaker an excellent addition to any room.
Our engineers have spent many years in developing this product. In order to
ensure that you experience the finest performance possible, we encourage you
to take a moment to fully read this owner’s manual and familiarize yourself
with the proper installation and setup procedures for your SR surround
speakers.
Positioning Your BP9000 Surround Speakers
FIGURE 1 – REAR AND SIDE SURROUND PLACEMENT
- For use as rear surround speakers, position the speakers approximately 6’ (2 m) high and 6’ (2 m) apart directly behind the listening area.
- For use as side surround speakers, position the speakers approximately 6’ (2 m) high and directly beside or 1-2’ (30-60 cm) behind the listening area.
Connecting Your Loudspeakers
FIGURE 2 – WIRING AND POLARITY
- Strip 1/4” (6mm) wire.
- Identify markings on wire and assign +/-.
- Unscrew binding post and insert wire.
- Tighten until wire is secure.
Ensure that the speaker is always connected to the receiver or amplifier + to and – to –.
FIGURE 3 – CONNECTING SPEAKER TO AMPLIFIER
Speaker Setup Small,
SR9080BP Crossover at 80Hz
SR9040BP Crossover at 100Hz
VERY IMPORTANT
Do not use your receiver’s auto setup function!!!
The bipolar nature of this speaker will often confuse the receiver’s auto
setup.
Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel systems have critical channel balance and speaker setup procedures which must be followed if the system is to perform properly. Consult your receiver’s or processor’s manual to learn how to access your system setup menus. Set speaker setup to “small” and crossover to 80Hz for the SR9080BP and 100Hz for the SR9040BP.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any difficulties with your BP Series loudspeakers, try the suggestions below. If you still have problems, contact your Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer for assistance.
- Audible distortion when the speakers are playing at loud levels is caused by driving (turning up) your receiver or amplifier louder than it or the speakers are capable of playing. Most receivers and amplifiers put out their full-rated power well before the volume control is turned all the way up, so the position of the volume control is a poor indicator of its power limit. If your speakers distort when you play them loud, turn the volume down!
- If you experience a lack of bass, it is likely that one speaker is out of phase with the other and needs to be rewired paying closer attention to connect positive to positive and negative to negative on both channels. Most speaker wire has some indicator (such as color-coding, ribbing or writing) on one of the two conductors to help you maintain consistency. It is essential to connect both speakers to the amplifier in the same way (in phase).
- Make sure all your system interconnects are solidly in place.
- Check that no foreign objects or liquid has entered the speaker cabinet.
Service
Service and warranty work on your Definitive product will normally be performed by the Definitive Technology retailer or importer. If, however, you wish to return the product to us, please contact us first, describing the problem and requesting proper authorization. Please note: Definitive phone and email technical support is offered only in English.
Product Servicing
The address given in this booklet is the address of our offices. Under no
circumstances should loudspeakers be shipped to our offices or returned
without contacting us first and obtaining return authorization. e-mail:
[email protected]
Technical Assistance
Contact Us Directly
Please contact the Definitive Technology Customer Service and Technical
Support Group at 1-800-223-5246. To
best assist you we are available 7 days a week, Monday – Friday from 9am to
9pm and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 6pm email: info@DefinitiveTech.
com
Warranty
Limited Warranty: 5 Years for Drivers and Cabinets, 3 Years for Electronic
Components
DEI Sales Co., dba Definitive Technology (herein “Definitive”) warrants to the
original retail purchaser only that this Definitive loudspeaker product (the
“Product”) will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period
of five (5) years covering the drivers and cabinets, and three (3) years for
the electronic components from the date of the original purchase from a
Definitive Authorized Dealer. If the Product is defective in material or
workmanship, Definitive or its Authorized Dealer will, at its option, repair
or replace the warranted product at no additional charge, except as set forth
below. All replaced parts and Product(s) become the property of Definitive.
Product
that is repaired or replaced under this warranty will be returned to you,
within a reasonable time, freight collect. This warranty is non-transferrable
and is automatically void if the original purchaser sells or otherwise
transfers the Product to any other party. This Warranty does not include
service or parts to repair damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse,
negligence, inadequate packing or shipping procedures, commercial use, voltage
in excess of the rated maximum of the unit, cosmetic appearance of cabinetry
not directly attributable to defects in material or workmanship. This warranty
does not cover the elimination of externally generated static or noise, or the
correction of antenna problems or weak reception. This warranty does not cover
labor costs or damage to the Product caused by installation or removal of the
Product. Definitive Technology makes no warranty with respect to its products
purchased from dealers or outlets other than Definitive Technology Authorized
Dealer.
THE WARRANTY IS AUTOMATICALLY VOID IF:
- The product has been damaged, altered in any way, mishandled during transportation, or tampered with.
- The product is damaged due to accident, fire, flood, unreasonable use, misuse, abuse, customer applied cleaners, failure to observe manufacturers warnings, neglect or related events.
- Repair or modification of the Product has not been made or authorized by Definitive Technology.
- The product has been improperly installed or used. Product must be returned (insured and prepaid), together with the original dated proof of purchase to the Authorized Dealer from whom the Product was purchased, or to the nearest Definitive factory service center. The product must be shipped in the original shipping container or its equivalent. Definitive is not responsible or liable for loss or damage to the Product in transit.
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