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... placed isolation inserts and gaskets decouple drivers from the speaker's enclosure, resulting in -house. NEW X-PAL™ tweeter with high consistency for clean, accurate sound. For the ultimate in control, Paradigm builds its drivers in unparalleled reduction of our precision engineering...-nlPicsAetLicatpaenrfyoprmlaaybnaceck. Our tweeter designs are more uniform dynamic response and a cleaner, modern aesthetic. Only by Ferrotec. The new Prestige Series builds on this history by the original ultra-stable Ferrofluid, made in our Canadian facility. NEW Rear-mounted tweeter ...
... placed isolation inserts and gaskets decouple drivers from the speaker's enclosure, resulting in -house. NEW X-PAL™ tweeter with high consistency for clean, accurate sound. For the ultimate in control, Paradigm builds its drivers in unparalleled reduction of our precision engineering...-nlPicsAetLicatpaenrfyoprmlaaybnaceck. Our tweeter designs are more uniform dynamic response and a cleaner, modern aesthetic. Only by Ferrotec. The new Prestige Series builds on this history by the original ultra-stable Ferrofluid, made in our Canadian facility. NEW Rear-mounted tweeter ...
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... other shipping material we would like to the wall. IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE WALL MOUNTING PARADIGM PRESTIGE 25S SURROUND/REAR SPEAKERS: Wall mount your local distributor please contact the dealer from the use these instructions. Please note that ...mounting Paradigm Prestige 25S speakers to notify you purchased this product at paradigm.com. PARADIGM, PARADIGM REFERENCE COLLECTION, PRESTIGE and all associated proprietary and patented designs and technologies are the property of Paradigm Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. To find your Paradigm Prestige 25S speakers ...
... other shipping material we would like to the wall. IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE WALL MOUNTING PARADIGM PRESTIGE 25S SURROUND/REAR SPEAKERS: Wall mount your local distributor please contact the dealer from the use these instructions. Please note that ...mounting Paradigm Prestige 25S speakers to notify you purchased this product at paradigm.com. PARADIGM, PARADIGM REFERENCE COLLECTION, PRESTIGE and all associated proprietary and patented designs and technologies are the property of Paradigm Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. To find your Paradigm Prestige 25S speakers ...
Manual
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... 13 Standard Connection for Prestige 15B . . 14 Standard Connection for All Speakers (Except Prestige 15B 15 Bi-Wire Connection 16 Bi-Amp Connection 17 Horizontal Bi-Amplification 18 Horizontal Bi-Amplification 18 Fine Tuning 18 Basic Troubleshooting 19 Specifications 20 Limited Warranty 23 INTRODUCTION Thank you have further questions, contact your Authorized Paradigm® Reference Collection...
... 13 Standard Connection for Prestige 15B . . 14 Standard Connection for All Speakers (Except Prestige 15B 15 Bi-Wire Connection 16 Bi-Amp Connection 17 Horizontal Bi-Amplification 18 Horizontal Bi-Amplification 18 Fine Tuning 18 Basic Troubleshooting 19 Specifications 20 Limited Warranty 23 INTRODUCTION Thank you have further questions, contact your Authorized Paradigm® Reference Collection...
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... CÔT É PIANNOIORMIBBPILDRIAANLICNDLGKOAANH/RNTOKITCBXCWLHFNEAAEROLOCRIINNKRSRCEYUAÉCTSDGEE/LEHNO/DMSIRSÉN/UIT 4 180° 5 6 OR 180° Carpet Floor (Wood or Tile) Carpet Turn Key to Level Speaker TM 2 IMPORTANT! When removing the speaker from the carton, ensure belt buckles, rings or other jewellery do not come into contact with the...
... CÔT É PIANNOIORMIBBPILDRIAANLICNDLGKOAANH/RNTOKITCBXCWLHFNEAAEROLOCRIINNKRSRCEYUAÉCTSDGEE/LEHNO/DMSIRSÉN/UIT 4 180° 5 6 OR 180° Carpet Floor (Wood or Tile) Carpet Turn Key to Level Speaker TM 2 IMPORTANT! When removing the speaker from the carton, ensure belt buckles, rings or other jewellery do not come into contact with the...
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... the "11 and 1 o'clock" settings (with moderate amplifier power. Volume Control Do not be driven to . GENERAL TIPS Break-In Although Paradigm Prestige speakers sound great "out of the carton," they will have substantial distortion above 100 watts, but very low distortion below 100 watts. The #1 Culprit... 50 watts, this amplifier will deliver distorted power-which will have a durable premium finish. PREVENTING SPEAKER DAMAGE Paradigm Prestige speakers are also able to handle the output of many receivers/amplifiers is often reached when the Volume Control is less likely...
... the "11 and 1 o'clock" settings (with moderate amplifier power. Volume Control Do not be driven to . GENERAL TIPS Break-In Although Paradigm Prestige speakers sound great "out of the carton," they will have substantial distortion above 100 watts, but very low distortion below 100 watts. The #1 Culprit... 50 watts, this amplifier will deliver distorted power-which will have a durable premium finish. PREVENTING SPEAKER DAMAGE Paradigm Prestige speakers are also able to handle the output of many receivers/amplifiers is often reached when the Volume Control is less likely...
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... ensure that listening room construction, dimensions and furnishings all play a part in your Paradigm Prestige speakers. Use the speakers within their rated output power. YOUR LISTENING ROOM Paradigm Prestige speakers are affected by the warranty. If you listen at which you could have more ...The Right Amount of soft furnishings in the quality of your room-curtains, carpets, sofas, wall coverings, etc. PREVENTING SPEAKER DAMAGE (continued) Remember, all amplifiers produce distortion when operated beyond their power-range rating to provide superior high-end sound...
... ensure that listening room construction, dimensions and furnishings all play a part in your Paradigm Prestige speakers. Use the speakers within their rated output power. YOUR LISTENING ROOM Paradigm Prestige speakers are affected by the warranty. If you listen at which you could have more ...The Right Amount of soft furnishings in the quality of your room-curtains, carpets, sofas, wall coverings, etc. PREVENTING SPEAKER DAMAGE (continued) Remember, all amplifiers produce distortion when operated beyond their power-range rating to provide superior high-end sound...
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Stand Mounting a Center Channel Speaker (Prestige 55C Shown) 5 Ask your Paradigm dealer for details. STAND MOUNTING (optional) The Paradigm Prestige 55C and Prestige 45C center channel speakers can be mounted to Paradigm's J-18C stand if desired.
Stand Mounting a Center Channel Speaker (Prestige 55C Shown) 5 Ask your Paradigm dealer for details. STAND MOUNTING (optional) The Paradigm Prestige 55C and Prestige 45C center channel speakers can be mounted to Paradigm's J-18C stand if desired.
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...! To prevent damage to your Paradigm Prestige 15B bookshelf speakers using Paradigm stands. NOTE: As an alternative, you may choose to . Ask your speaker on a shelf or other flat surface. This application prevents acoustic resonance from the solid surface, improving overall sound quality. This will isolate your speakers from the wall your speaker is mounted to stand mount...
...! To prevent damage to your Paradigm Prestige 15B bookshelf speakers using Paradigm stands. NOTE: As an alternative, you may choose to . Ask your speaker on a shelf or other flat surface. This application prevents acoustic resonance from the solid surface, improving overall sound quality. This will isolate your speakers from the wall your speaker is mounted to stand mount...
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To ensure the best performance possible we strongly recommend that you observe the placement guidelines on the following pages ... OR Ideal placement of sound throughout your listening room. PLACEMENT: FRONT LEFT & RIGHT SPEAKERS Pardigm Prestige front speakers are designed to allow flexible placement while providing a very large window of left and right speakers 7
To ensure the best performance possible we strongly recommend that you observe the placement guidelines on the following pages ... OR Ideal placement of sound throughout your listening room. PLACEMENT: FRONT LEFT & RIGHT SPEAKERS Pardigm Prestige front speakers are designed to allow flexible placement while providing a very large window of left and right speakers 7
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PLACEMENT: FRONT LEFT & RIGHT SPEAKERS (continued) Accurate Timbre For the most accurate and natural timbre, place front speakers so that their high-frequency drivers to approximately ear level, thereby ensuring the best performance possible. 8" (20 cm) 8 8po (20 3/4 "x" Placing bookshelf models on Paradigm speaker stands (sold separately) or bookshelves raises their highfrequency drivers are approximately at ear level, as shown below.
PLACEMENT: FRONT LEFT & RIGHT SPEAKERS (continued) Accurate Timbre For the most accurate and natural timbre, place front speakers so that their high-frequency drivers to approximately ear level, thereby ensuring the best performance possible. 8" (20 cm) 8 8po (20 3/4 "x" Placing bookshelf models on Paradigm speaker stands (sold separately) or bookshelves raises their highfrequency drivers are approximately at ear level, as shown below.
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This will over-emphasize bass and reduce overall clarity. Balanced Bass Placing front speakers in corners will ensure better bass performance and optimal midrange clarity. 8 in (20 cm) or more As far away from either side wall, as possible 9 Avoid corner placement. Position front speakers 8 in (20 cm) or more from the wall behind the speaker and as much as possible from the wall as shown below.
This will over-emphasize bass and reduce overall clarity. Balanced Bass Placing front speakers in corners will ensure better bass performance and optimal midrange clarity. 8 in (20 cm) or more As far away from either side wall, as possible 9 Avoid corner placement. Position front speakers 8 in (20 cm) or more from the wall behind the speaker and as much as possible from the wall as shown below.
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...(sold separately) to safely and securely mount your main listening area to that same distance from your speakers on the wall. 3/4 "x" "x" 10 PLACEMENT: FRONT LEFT & RIGHT SPEAKERS (continued) Optimal Imaging Measure the distance from each other (3/4 of "X" to "X"), as shown. Optional... On-Wall Mounting of that distance up to the front speakers ("X"). For best imaging, place speakers from three-quarters of Front Speakers ) Follow the directions for placement given under "Optimal I8mpaogi(n2g0" acbmov)e and use the mounting instructions...
...(sold separately) to safely and securely mount your main listening area to that same distance from your speakers on the wall. 3/4 "x" "x" 10 PLACEMENT: FRONT LEFT & RIGHT SPEAKERS (continued) Optimal Imaging Measure the distance from each other (3/4 of "X" to "X"), as shown. Optional... On-Wall Mounting of that distance up to the front speakers ("X"). For best imaging, place speakers from three-quarters of Front Speakers ) Follow the directions for placement given under "Optimal I8mpaogi(n2g0" acbmov)e and use the mounting instructions...
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... A/V receivers/processors can electronically adjust for differences in distance.) 11 PLACEMENT: CENTER SPEAKER Paradigm Prestige Series center channel speakers are designed to cover a large, wide listening area, allowing listeners throughout the room to minimize unwanted sound reflections. ...distance away from the primary listening position as your center-channel speaker below (or above) the TV will ensure the best possible clarity and intelligibility. Position the speaker flush with the front of the TV or speaker shelf to hear center-channel information with unprecedented clarity and ...
... A/V receivers/processors can electronically adjust for differences in distance.) 11 PLACEMENT: CENTER SPEAKER Paradigm Prestige Series center channel speakers are designed to cover a large, wide listening area, allowing listeners throughout the room to minimize unwanted sound reflections. ...distance away from the primary listening position as your center-channel speaker below (or above) the TV will ensure the best possible clarity and intelligibility. Position the speaker flush with the front of the TV or speaker shelf to hear center-channel information with unprecedented clarity and ...
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... stand mounting instructions for the Paradigm Prestige 25S, refer to the Wall Mounting Instructions included with an optional Paradigm J-Series stand. PLACEMENT: SURROUND / REAR SPEAKERS 5.1 Surround Configuration Position one speaker on each side of the listening area, as shown below. 7.1 Surround Configuration (adds two rear speakers to a typical 5.1 surround configuration) Position speakers behind the listening area-one...
... stand mounting instructions for the Paradigm Prestige 25S, refer to the Wall Mounting Instructions included with an optional Paradigm J-Series stand. PLACEMENT: SURROUND / REAR SPEAKERS 5.1 Surround Configuration Position one speaker on each side of the listening area, as shown below. 7.1 Surround Configuration (adds two rear speakers to a typical 5.1 surround configuration) Position speakers behind the listening area-one...
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Turn your amplifier(s) OFF before connecting your Dealer for recommendations). MINIMUM GAUGE REQUIREMENTS LENGTH DIAMETER Under 4.5 m (15 ft) 1.3 mm (0.05 in) Under 9 m (30 ft) 1.6 mm (0.06 in) Over 9 m (30 ft) 2.0 mm (0.08 in) GAUGE 16 awg 14 awg 12 awg 13 The chart below identifies the minimum gauge requirements for various lengths (See your speakers. This will avoid damage which could result from accidental shorting of high quality speaker cable is essential. SPEAKER CONNECTION IMPORTANT! For optimum sound, the use of speaker cables.
Turn your amplifier(s) OFF before connecting your Dealer for recommendations). MINIMUM GAUGE REQUIREMENTS LENGTH DIAMETER Under 4.5 m (15 ft) 1.3 mm (0.05 in) Under 9 m (30 ft) 1.6 mm (0.06 in) Over 9 m (30 ft) 2.0 mm (0.08 in) GAUGE 16 awg 14 awg 12 awg 13 The chart below identifies the minimum gauge requirements for various lengths (See your speakers. This will avoid damage which could result from accidental shorting of high quality speaker cable is essential. SPEAKER CONNECTION IMPORTANT! For optimum sound, the use of speaker cables.
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... Re-check to ensure that each speaker in your speakers may be connected out of phase (polarity is reversed). Connect one or more of your system. Repeat this connection procedure for each speaker's cable is critical for Prestige 15B Your speakers' binding posts can be connected to ...the black (-) terminals. NOTE: If you hear a distinct lack of bass and a dislocated stereo image then one speaker at a time to black (-). -+ 14...
... Re-check to ensure that each speaker in your speakers may be connected out of phase (polarity is reversed). Connect one or more of your system. Repeat this connection procedure for each speaker's cable is critical for Prestige 15B Your speakers' binding posts can be connected to ...the black (-) terminals. NOTE: If you hear a distinct lack of bass and a dislocated stereo image then one speaker at a time to black (-). -+ 14...
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All Paradigm Prestige speakers (except Prestige 15B) have removed the jumper bars. These speakers can be bi-wired or bi-amplified to bi-wire or bi-amplify speakers unless you have two sets of input terminals connected externally with two input terminals, leave the jumper bars attached and connect using either set of speakers with jumper bars. For standard connection of input terminals. -+ 15 Standard Connection for All Speakers (Except Prestige 15B) DO NOT attempt to achieve even better performance.
All Paradigm Prestige speakers (except Prestige 15B) have removed the jumper bars. These speakers can be bi-wired or bi-amplified to bi-wire or bi-amplify speakers unless you have two sets of input terminals connected externally with two input terminals, leave the jumper bars attached and connect using either set of speakers with jumper bars. For standard connection of input terminals. -+ 15 Standard Connection for All Speakers (Except Prestige 15B) DO NOT attempt to achieve even better performance.
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REMOVE JUMPER BARS BEFORE BI WIRING -+ 16 Two speaker cables are required for each speaker that is bi-wired. SPEAKER CONNECTION (continued) Bi-Wire Connection Bi-wiring can improve clarity and openness with less grain and more solidity to the bass.
REMOVE JUMPER BARS BEFORE BI WIRING -+ 16 Two speaker cables are required for each speaker that is bi-wired. SPEAKER CONNECTION (continued) Bi-Wire Connection Bi-wiring can improve clarity and openness with less grain and more solidity to the bass.
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Bi-Amp Connection IMPORTANT! If uniform amplifier gain is not maintained the speaker-to-speaker balance will be incorrect when vertically bi-amped, or the speaker system's frequency balance will be incorrect when horizontally bi-amped. To prevent problems, use amplifiers with identical gain. Make sure they are operating in the same non-bridged or bridged mode. REMOVE JUMPER BARS BEFORE BI AMPING -+ -+ 17 When bi-amping, always use identical amplifiers (brand and model).
Bi-Amp Connection IMPORTANT! If uniform amplifier gain is not maintained the speaker-to-speaker balance will be incorrect when vertically bi-amped, or the speaker system's frequency balance will be incorrect when horizontally bi-amped. To prevent problems, use amplifiers with identical gain. Make sure they are operating in the same non-bridged or bridged mode. REMOVE JUMPER BARS BEFORE BI AMPING -+ -+ 17 When bi-amping, always use identical amplifiers (brand and model).
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... electrical access to achieve the best possible high-end performance. With passive bi-amping, the speaker's internal passive crossovers remain connected. This configuration provides complete channel separation, which optimizes your speaker to individual drive units). Since Paradigm Prestige™ speakers are designed to ensure that may be used (there is fixed. If required, adjust A/V Processor...
... electrical access to achieve the best possible high-end performance. With passive bi-amping, the speaker's internal passive crossovers remain connected. This configuration provides complete channel separation, which optimizes your speaker to individual drive units). Since Paradigm Prestige™ speakers are designed to ensure that may be used (there is fixed. If required, adjust A/V Processor...