Selelekela
The Definitive Technology Demand D17 High-Performance Tower Speakers are engineered to deliver full-range, room-filling sound with precise imaging. Featuring advanced acoustic technologies, these speakers are designed for an immersive audio experience in both Hi-Fi and home theater setups. This manual provides essential information for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your D17 speakers.
Litaelo tsa Tšireletseho
- Sebaka: Ensure speakers are placed on a stable, level surface to prevent tipping. Keep them away from heat sources, direct sunlight, and moisture.
- Moea oa moea: Do not block any ventilation openings. Proper airflow is essential for preventing overheating.
- Matla: Tsena ke libui tse etsang lintho feela 'me li hloka sebui sa kantle ampsefepi kapa moamoheli. Netefatsa ea hau amplifier's output power matches the speaker's impedance and power handling capabilities.
- Likhoele: Use high-quality speaker cables and ensure all connections are secure to prevent short circuits or damage to your equipment.
- Ho hloekisa: Disconnect from power before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid liquid cleaners or aerosols.
- Litšebeletso: Do not attempt to service these speakers yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Litaba tsa Sephutheloana
Netefatsa hore sephutheloana sa hau se na le lintho tse latelang:
- Definitive Technology Demand D17 Tower Speaker (Left)
- Grille ea Magnetic
- Stabilizer Feet/Spikes (for carpeted surfaces) or Glides (for hard floors)
- Bukana ea mosebelisi (tokomane ena)
Tlhophiso
1. Ho phutholla
Carefully remove the speaker from its packaging. Retain all packaging materials for future transport or storage.
2. Attaching Stabilizer Feet
The D17 speakers are designed to be floor-standing. Attach the included stabilizer feet to the base of the speaker. Use spikes for carpeted floors to penetrate the carpet and couple the speaker to the subfloor, or use glides for hard surfaces to protect the floor and provide stability.
3. Ho Beha Sebui
Optimal speaker placement is crucial for sound quality. Position the speakers equidistant from your primary listening position. Experiment with toe-in (angling the speakers slightly towards the listener) to achieve the best stereo imaging. Keep speakers away from corners and walls to avoid excessive bass resonance.
Image: Definitive Technology Demand D17 speakers in a living room, illustrating typical placement.
4. Connecting to Your Amplifier / Motho ya amohelang
The D17 speakers feature high-quality binding posts for secure connections. Use appropriate gauge speaker wire for the distance between your amplifier and speakers. Connect the positive (+) terminal of the speaker to the positive (+) terminal of the amplifier, and the negative (-) terminal of the speaker to the negative (-) terminal of the amplifier. Ensure all connections are tight and free from stray wire strands that could cause a short circuit.
Image: Rear panel of the D17 speaker with binding posts for ampkhokahano ea lifier.
Litaelo tsa Ts'ebetso
1. Initial Playback
Once connected, select your audio source on your amplifier/receiver and begin playback at a low volume. Gradually increase the volume to a comfortable listening level. Verify that sound is coming from both speakers and that the stereo image is balanced.
2. Nako ea ho kena
Like many high-performance speakers, the Demand D17 benefits from a break-in period. During the first 50-100 hours of use, the drivers will loosen up and reach their optimal performance. You may notice an improvement in bass response and overall clarity as the speakers break in. Play a variety of music at moderate volumes during this period.
3. AmpLifier Compatibility
Netefatsa ea hau amplifier is capable of driving an 8-ohm load and provides sufficient power for your listening preferences. While the D17 speakers are efficient, a quality amplifier will allow them to perform at their best.
Tlhokomelo
Ho hloekisa Kabinete
Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the speaker cabinet. For stubborn marks, slightly dampen the cloth with water. Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents, as these can damage the finish.
Ho hloekisa Grille
The magnetic grille can be carefully removed. Use a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment on a low setting to remove dust from the grille fabric.
Driver Care
Avoid touching the speaker drivers (tweeter, midrange, woofers) directly, as this can cause damage. If dust accumulates, use a soft brush or compressed air from a distance.
Ho batle phoso
- Ha ho Molumo:
- Sheba likhokahano tsohle tsa terata tsa libui ho sebuela le amplifier. Ensure positive (+) and negative (-) terminals are correctly matched.
- Netefatsa ampLifier e buletsoe 'me ho khethoa mohloli o nepahetseng oa ho kenya.
- Hlahloba amplifier's volume level and mute settings.
- Molumo o sothehileng:
- Fokotsa boemo ba molumo. Ho sotha hangata ho etsahala ha ampLifier e khannoa ho feta tekano.
- Inspect speaker wires for frayed strands or loose connections.
- Ensure the speaker impedance is compatible with your ampmoqhobi.
- Hlahloba mohloli oa molumo bakeng sa ho sotha.
- Unbalanced Sound (one speaker louder/softer):
- Check speaker wire connections for the affected speaker.
- Verify the balance settings on your amplefisi/ moamohedi.
- Ensure both speakers are placed symmetrically in the room.
Litlhaloso
Image: Dimensions of the D17 Tower Speaker.
| Sebopeho | Tlhaloso |
|---|---|
| Nomoro ea Mohlala | 300025-01-00-005 |
| Mofuta oa Sebui | Tower, 3-way full-range |
| Litekanyo (H x W x D) | 109.86 cm x 25.83 cm x 37.39 cm (43.25 in x 10.17 in x 14.72 in) |
| Boima ba 'mele | 3.95 lik'hilograma (8.7 lbs) |
| Tweeter Diameter | 1 Inch (Annealed Aluminum Dome) |
| Diameter ea Woofer | 10 Inches (Carbon Fiber) |
| Mokhanni oa Midrange | 6.5 Inches (BDSS - Balanced Double Surround System) |
| Tšitiso | 8 ohm |
| Sebui se Phahameng sa Matla a Phahamisang | 3 Watts (Note: This typically refers to a minimum amplifier power for safe operation, not the speaker's maximum handling capacity. Consult your amplifier's manual for compatible loads.) |
| Theknoloji ea Khokahano | Coaxial (via binding posts) |
| Boitsebiso bo Koaheletsoeng | Aluminium |
| Tšebeliso e khethehileng | Home theater, Hi-Fi audio listening |
Boitsebiso ba Warranty
Definitive Technology provides a Tiisetso ea lilemo tse 5 ea moetsi for the Demand D17 Tower Speakers. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims. For full terms and conditions, refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Definitive Technology websebaka.
Tšehetso
For technical assistance, troubleshooting beyond this manual, or warranty inquiries, please contact Definitive Technology customer support. You can typically find contact information on the official Definitive Technology websaete kapa ka morekisi oa hau ea lumelletsoeng.
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