Acoustic Energy Loudspeaker AE22 04 Active User Manual

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Perhaps more than any other professional audio product, monitors are sensitive 
to installation so please take a little time to read...

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1 .   I n t r o d u c t i o n
2 .   I n s t a l l a t i o n
3 .   P o s i t i o n i n g
The position of monitors within the studio room is 
likely to have more influence over their performance 
than any other aspect of their installation. It is worth 
spending some time experimenting both with the 
finer points of monitor positioning, as well as the 
larger scale issues of room layout.
If you are already familiar with the acoustic 
characteristics of your studio room, and the way 
speakers...

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4 .   C o n n e c t i n g   A E 2 2   P a s s i v e5 .   C o n n e c t i n g   A E 2 2   A c t i v e
Connecting passive AE22s to an amplifier is fundamentally a simple process. 
However, there are some choices to be made and issues to consider concerning 
speaker cable type.
Passive AE22s are fitted with a pair of binding-post terminals and a parallel Neutrik® 
Speakon®  socket. The binding-post terminals can accept stripped wires, spade 
connectors, or 4mm plugs. Each of these termination...

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4 .   C o n n e c t i n g   A E 2 2   P a s s i v e5 .   C o n n e c t i n g   A E 2 2   A c t i v e
Each active AE22 must be connected to mains power 
and signal cables. Diagram Three illustrates the rear 
connection and control panel.
Mains Connection
Mains power is connected via the IEC socket on 
the back panel. Ensure before connecting to the 
mains supply that the voltage specified on the panel 
corresponds to your local mains voltage. A mains fuse 
is located adjacent to the mains socket....

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8 .   S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
Before using your AE22s for the first time make one final check of the cables and 
connections. If all appears well begin listening at a relatively low level to confirm 
that the system is operating as expected. Only increase the volume if you are 
happy with the sound at low levels. If you are unhappy, turn the system off and re-
check all the cables and connections.
AE22s may take a little time to reach normal operating temperatures and to “run-
in”. It is...

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8 .   S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
Your Acoustic Energy speakers are guaranteed against original defects in materials, 
manufacture and workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase.
Under this warranty Acoustic Energy agrees to repair any defect or, at the 
company’s discretion, replace the faulty component(s) without charge for parts 
or labour. This warranty does not imply any acceptance by Acoustic Energy or its 
agents for consequential loss or damage and specifically excludes fair wear...

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Manual Part No. MA2201_R1