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... of Paradigm Signature Series' ultimate high-end audio performance, but conscious of research, design, and testing, has led to this truly breathtaking new generation. Model shown: S8 This makes Signature quality more affordable for time or cost. In this latest version, groundbreaking technology from literally hundreds of hours of cost. The critically acclaimed Paradigm® Reference Signature speakers are now the highest output...
... of Paradigm Signature Series' ultimate high-end audio performance, but conscious of research, design, and testing, has led to this truly breathtaking new generation. Model shown: S8 This makes Signature quality more affordable for time or cost. In this latest version, groundbreaking technology from literally hundreds of hours of cost. The critically acclaimed Paradigm® Reference Signature speakers are now the highest output...
Datasheet
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... portion of the stroke without the need for a larger magnet, keeping mass and inductance of distortion rears its ugly head. New core parts- The new state-of the stroke through voice coils almost double the original in length. New NLC™ Non-Limiting Corrugated Santoprene® surrounds, optimized using FEA and overmolded directly onto the cone, allow it to...
... portion of the stroke without the need for a larger magnet, keeping mass and inductance of distortion rears its ugly head. New core parts- The new state-of the stroke through voice coils almost double the original in length. New NLC™ Non-Limiting Corrugated Santoprene® surrounds, optimized using FEA and overmolded directly onto the cone, allow it to...
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...-temperature aluminum wire is now more on page 5). 5 NEW! Advanced Nomex® Spiders: Retooled for its unmatched vibration and resonance damping properties, crucial to the optimal performance of a bass/midrange driver (full story on page 5). 3 NEW! Retooled Metal Top Plate: FEA-optimized and retooled to promote wide, uniform off-axis dispersion and smooth, extended frequency response. 6 NEW! Metallized...
...-temperature aluminum wire is now more on page 5). 5 NEW! Advanced Nomex® Spiders: Retooled for its unmatched vibration and resonance damping properties, crucial to the optimal performance of a bass/midrange driver (full story on page 5). 3 NEW! Retooled Metal Top Plate: FEA-optimized and retooled to promote wide, uniform off-axis dispersion and smooth, extended frequency response. 6 NEW! Metallized...
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...extremely high power output, remarkably low distortion and excellent power handling. The improvements reveal a dramatic increase in repeatability as well as durability in cone excursion. 6 NEW! Overmolded NLC™ Non-Limiting Corrugated Santoprene® TPV Surrounds: An ... to support the 50% increase in cone excursion. 9 FEA-Optimized Metal Back and Top Plate: Tooled to promote wide, uniform off-axis dispersion as well as smooth, extended frequency response. 8 NEW! 8 9 4 3 1 9 5 6 2 7 The technology behind the redesigned Paradigm® Reference Signature v.3 Bass Drive...
...extremely high power output, remarkably low distortion and excellent power handling. The improvements reveal a dramatic increase in repeatability as well as durability in cone excursion. 6 NEW! Overmolded NLC™ Non-Limiting Corrugated Santoprene® TPV Surrounds: An ... to support the 50% increase in cone excursion. 9 FEA-Optimized Metal Back and Top Plate: Tooled to promote wide, uniform off-axis dispersion as well as smooth, extended frequency response. 8 NEW! 8 9 4 3 1 9 5 6 2 7 The technology behind the redesigned Paradigm® Reference Signature v.3 Bass Drive...
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Technical Specifications S1 Design 2-driver, 2-way, ultra-compact bookshelf / stand-mounted, shown on GS-30 stand S2 Design 2-driver, 2-way, bookshelf / stand-mounted, shown on J-29 stand S6 Design 4-driver, 3-way, floorstanding S8 Design 6-driver, 3-way, floorstanding
Technical Specifications S1 Design 2-driver, 2-way, ultra-compact bookshelf / stand-mounted, shown on GS-30 stand S2 Design 2-driver, 2-way, bookshelf / stand-mounted, shown on J-29 stand S6 Design 4-driver, 3-way, floorstanding S8 Design 6-driver, 3-way, floorstanding
Datasheet
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... Paradigm® Speaker Stand GS-30 S1 (P-Be™) Crossover 3rd-order electro-acoustic at 2.1 kHz High-Frequency Driver 25-mm (1 in) P-Be™ dome; Room / Anechoic 90 dB / 87 dB Suitable Amplifier Power Range 15 - 175 watts Maximum Input Power† 100 watts Impedance Compatible with 8 ohms ...Frequency Extension* 43 Hz (DIN) Frequency Response On-Axis: ±2 dB from 65 Hz - 22 kHz 30º Off-Axis: ±2 dB from 65 Hz - 18 kHz Sensitivity - overmolded NLC™ surround; 38-mm (1-1/2 in a typical listening room. †With typical program source, provided the amplifier...
... Paradigm® Speaker Stand GS-30 S1 (P-Be™) Crossover 3rd-order electro-acoustic at 2.1 kHz High-Frequency Driver 25-mm (1 in) P-Be™ dome; Room / Anechoic 90 dB / 87 dB Suitable Amplifier Power Range 15 - 175 watts Maximum Input Power† 100 watts Impedance Compatible with 8 ohms ...Frequency Extension* 43 Hz (DIN) Frequency Response On-Axis: ±2 dB from 65 Hz - 22 kHz 30º Off-Axis: ±2 dB from 65 Hz - 18 kHz Sensitivity - overmolded NLC™ surround; 38-mm (1-1/2 in a typical listening room. †With typical program source, provided the amplifier...
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... cooled; Heights for center channels include outrigger feet where applicable; rear damping chamber with ARB™ fins and integrated heatsink; AVS™ die-cast heatsink chassis Low-Frequency Extension* 58 Hz (DIN) Frequency Response On-Axis: ±...Paradigm® Speaker Stand n/a C3 Crossovers 3rd-order electro-acoustic at 1.8 kHz; 2nd-order electro-acoustic at 370 Hz (bass drivers) High-Frequency Driver 25-mm (1 in ) P-Be™ dome; Room / Anechoic 91 dB / 88 dB Suitable Amplifier Power Range 15 - 325 watts Maximum Input Power† 180 watts Impedance Compatible with 8 ohms...
... cooled; Heights for center channels include outrigger feet where applicable; rear damping chamber with ARB™ fins and integrated heatsink; AVS™ die-cast heatsink chassis Low-Frequency Extension* 58 Hz (DIN) Frequency Response On-Axis: ±...Paradigm® Speaker Stand n/a C3 Crossovers 3rd-order electro-acoustic at 1.8 kHz; 2nd-order electro-acoustic at 370 Hz (bass drivers) High-Frequency Driver 25-mm (1 in ) P-Be™ dome; Room / Anechoic 91 dB / 88 dB Suitable Amplifier Power Range 15 - 325 watts Maximum Input Power† 180 watts Impedance Compatible with 8 ohms...
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... watts Maximum Input Power† 140 watts Impedance Compatible with 8 ohms Height, Width, Depth 19.0 cm x 30.5 cm x 15.5 cm 7-1/2 in x 12 in x 6 in Weight (unpacked) 7.0 kg / 15.5 lb each Finishes Cherry, Piano Black Matching Paradigm® Speaker Stand (sold sep.) GS-30 ADP 1 (P-Be™) Crossovers 3rd-order electro-acoustic at 2.0 kHz; 2nd-order electro-acoustic at 260 Hz High-Frequency Drivers Two...
... watts Maximum Input Power† 140 watts Impedance Compatible with 8 ohms Height, Width, Depth 19.0 cm x 30.5 cm x 15.5 cm 7-1/2 in x 12 in x 6 in Weight (unpacked) 7.0 kg / 15.5 lb each Finishes Cherry, Piano Black Matching Paradigm® Speaker Stand (sold sep.) GS-30 ADP 1 (P-Be™) Crossovers 3rd-order electro-acoustic at 2.0 kHz; 2nd-order electro-acoustic at 260 Hz High-Frequency Drivers Two...
Manual
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... HIGH-END SOUND FOR MUSIC AND HOME THEATER™ OWNERS MANUAL OM-1000 STUDIO AND SIGNATURE SERIES: FRONT AND CENTER-CHANNEL SPEAKERS Thank you with stunning high-end sound and unparalleled listening pleasure for many years to read this manual and follow all of the exceptional sound that these state-of providing requires care in the Tech Support section of design. To achieve all instructions. You...
... HIGH-END SOUND FOR MUSIC AND HOME THEATER™ OWNERS MANUAL OM-1000 STUDIO AND SIGNATURE SERIES: FRONT AND CENTER-CHANNEL SPEAKERS Thank you with stunning high-end sound and unparalleled listening pleasure for many years to read this manual and follow all of the exceptional sound that these state-of providing requires care in the Tech Support section of design. To achieve all instructions. You...
Manual
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... sound of your speakers by isolating them warm to you purchased this product may stiffen in the bass/midrange driver units is during the unpacking process. TABLE OF CONTENTS Your New Speakers 2 Unpacking Instructions (Pictorial 3 Speaker Placement and Connection (Pictorial) . . 4 Bracket Installation for several hours before use. If your local distributor please contact the dealer from the floor. These grilles are meant to be played...
... sound of your speakers by isolating them warm to you purchased this product may stiffen in the bass/midrange driver units is during the unpacking process. TABLE OF CONTENTS Your New Speakers 2 Unpacking Instructions (Pictorial 3 Speaker Placement and Connection (Pictorial) . . 4 Bracket Installation for several hours before use. If your local distributor please contact the dealer from the floor. These grilles are meant to be played...
Manual
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SPEAKER PLACEMENT AND CONNECTION (pictorial) Fig. 1b Fig. 1a Fig. 1 Fig. 2 4 Fig. 3 Fig. 4
SPEAKER PLACEMENT AND CONNECTION (pictorial) Fig. 1b Fig. 1a Fig. 1 Fig. 2 4 Fig. 3 Fig. 4
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... shown. Should you wish to engage posts. DO NOT attempt to 3 for use with a Paradigm Stand STEP 1 Remove grille. To prevent scratching the finish, carefully lay the speaker on models with cradles only 5 Front posts will damage the cradle. Fig. 5c Attaching the Tilt Bracket when the Center Channel is positioned below a Television/Display - Press down firmly with both thumbs...
... shown. Should you wish to engage posts. DO NOT attempt to 3 for use with a Paradigm Stand STEP 1 Remove grille. To prevent scratching the finish, carefully lay the speaker on models with cradles only 5 Front posts will damage the cradle. Fig. 5c Attaching the Tilt Bracket when the Center Channel is positioned below a Television/Display - Press down firmly with both thumbs...
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Hidden cable channel Fig. 6 Attaching the TV-Top/Shelf Support (selected models only) 6 SPEAKER PLACEMENT AND CONNECTION (pictorial) cont'd.
Hidden cable channel Fig. 6 Attaching the TV-Top/Shelf Support (selected models only) 6 SPEAKER PLACEMENT AND CONNECTION (pictorial) cont'd.
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... Fig. 8d Ensure bracket is level, then mark the holes for horizontal or vertical (see Inset 1). Mounting hardware shown is required when sliding on wall type. BRACKET INSTALLATION FOR ON-WALL SPEAKERS (pictorial) IMPORTANT NOTES: Please read before installing brackets Paradigm DOES NOT supply hardware for mounting brackets to ensure correct operation of metal tab) Fig. 8a Inset 1 Inset 2 Position bracket for Allow bracket to go through anchor...
... Fig. 8d Ensure bracket is level, then mark the holes for horizontal or vertical (see Inset 1). Mounting hardware shown is required when sliding on wall type. BRACKET INSTALLATION FOR ON-WALL SPEAKERS (pictorial) IMPORTANT NOTES: Please read before installing brackets Paradigm DOES NOT supply hardware for mounting brackets to ensure correct operation of metal tab) Fig. 8a Inset 1 Inset 2 Position bracket for Allow bracket to go through anchor...
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... mm) Minimum clearance 6-7/8˝ (175 mm) Fig. 8f Connect speaker following the information included later in . tighten assembly locking screw. (Vertical Placement) Using an "in and down to the wall (horizontally or vertically), using bracket at far right) and screw in the manual. Fig. 8g (Horizontal Placement) Using an "in and sideways" motion slide speaker onto bracket; b) Tilt center speaker up or down " motion slide...
... mm) Minimum clearance 6-7/8˝ (175 mm) Fig. 8f Connect speaker following the information included later in . tighten assembly locking screw. (Vertical Placement) Using an "in and down to the wall (horizontally or vertically), using bracket at far right) and screw in the manual. Fig. 8g (Horizontal Placement) Using an "in and sideways" motion slide speaker onto bracket; b) Tilt center speaker up or down " motion slide...
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... on the best speaker placement: • Mid and high frequencies are Safer A 40 watt/channel amplifier will be damaged! To prevent damage to your Paradigm® Reference speakers. A 100 watt/channel amplifier will then begin to sound distressed turn the Volume Control down or your room-curtains, carpets, sofas, wall coverings, etc. There is not a "power-output" dial. At loud levels do not increase bass/treble controls from the woofer- then turn the Volume Control down...
... on the best speaker placement: • Mid and high frequencies are Safer A 40 watt/channel amplifier will be damaged! To prevent damage to your Paradigm® Reference speakers. A 100 watt/channel amplifier will then begin to sound distressed turn the Volume Control down or your room-curtains, carpets, sofas, wall coverings, etc. There is not a "power-output" dial. At loud levels do not increase bass/treble controls from the woofer- then turn the Volume Control down...
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... the manual. USING AN OPTIONAL PARADIGM® STAND If your center channel features cradles (Fig. 5b) they must be used for positioning models with outrigger feet can also be placed on the wall from either side wall while still following placement guidelines: Accurate Timbre (Fig. 1) For the most uniform timbral response with their high-frequency drivers are approximately at ear level. ON-WALL CENTER-CHANNEL SPEAKER (Fig. 3) Mount your Paradigm®...
... the manual. USING AN OPTIONAL PARADIGM® STAND If your center channel features cradles (Fig. 5b) they must be used for positioning models with outrigger feet can also be placed on the wall from either side wall while still following placement guidelines: Accurate Timbre (Fig. 1) For the most uniform timbral response with their high-frequency drivers are approximately at ear level. ON-WALL CENTER-CHANNEL SPEAKER (Fig. 3) Mount your Paradigm®...
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... On-Wall Center-Channel speaker can also be placed on top of the speaker. 3. run cable along channel visible on the next page-bi-wiring and bi-amplifying. To adjust the speaker's angle of the pre-assembled Support. 2. WALL MOUNTING (Figs. 8a-8g) Paradigm DOES NOT supply hardware for two optional connection configurations, as outlined in "Speaker Connection" later in your speakers sit on -wall mounting procedure, contact a professional installer (see Pictorial Illustrations. Removing...
... On-Wall Center-Channel speaker can also be placed on top of the speaker. 3. run cable along channel visible on the next page-bi-wiring and bi-amplifying. To adjust the speaker's angle of the pre-assembled Support. 2. WALL MOUNTING (Figs. 8a-8g) Paradigm DOES NOT supply hardware for two optional connection configurations, as outlined in "Speaker Connection" later in your speakers sit on -wall mounting procedure, contact a professional installer (see Pictorial Illustrations. Removing...
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... making level adjustments that you have set speaker distances and speaker level calibration with identical gain. An external electronic crossover is with one amplifier to your speakers' mid/ low-frequency inputs and another to their position and sound distribution pattern is no direct electrical access to determine if the problem is not required and cannot be incorrect when horizontally bi-amped. wiring, amplifier). Are headphones plugged in, or is plugged...
... making level adjustments that you have set speaker distances and speaker level calibration with identical gain. An external electronic crossover is with one amplifier to your speakers' mid/ low-frequency inputs and another to their position and sound distribution pattern is no direct electrical access to determine if the problem is not required and cannot be incorrect when horizontally bi-amped. wiring, amplifier). Are headphones plugged in, or is plugged...
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... home use only. If product is not transferable; • Warranty applies to arrange, bring in or ship prepaid, any product previously manufactured. Within the time period specified, repair, replacement or adjustment of merchantability, fitness for any incidental or consequential damages. Paradigm Electronics Inc. Should servicing be extended or enlarged by an unauthorized service facility; • The serial number has been removed...
... home use only. If product is not transferable; • Warranty applies to arrange, bring in or ship prepaid, any product previously manufactured. Within the time period specified, repair, replacement or adjustment of merchantability, fitness for any incidental or consequential damages. Paradigm Electronics Inc. Should servicing be extended or enlarged by an unauthorized service facility; • The serial number has been removed...