ADAM Audio T Series Active Loudspeakers: Quick Start Guide

1. Important Safety Instructions

⚠️ CAUTION: Risk of electrical shock ? Do not open

⚡ Risque de choc électrique ? Ne pas ouvrir

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE BACK COVER OR ANY OTHER PART. NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol (⚡) within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle (❗) is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this loudspeaker to rain or moisture. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the loudspeaker.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not open this speaker; no user-serviceable parts inside.

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. The speakers must be positioned on a solid surface or a stand.
14. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
16. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
17. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
18. The apparatus should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
19. Check if the specified voltage matches the voltage of the power supply you use. If this is not the case, do not connect the loudspeakers to a power source! Please contact your local dealer or national distributor.
20. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on apparatus.
21. Maintain a minimum of 20-30 cm (approx. 8-12 inches) distance around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation.
22. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
23. No naked flame sources such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
24. Apparatus may be used in moderate climates.
25. Protective earthing terminal.
26. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

2. Manual

This is the T Series Quick Start Guide, designed to get you up and running with your new ADAM Audio T Series monitors as quickly as possible. For the most out of your T Series monitors, we recommend reading the complete User's Manual, available for download from our website by clicking here: www.adam-audio.com/t-series/manual

3. Audio Connections and Level Settings

Your T Series monitors require no external amplification due to their built-in amplifiers. They can be directly connected to mixing consoles and both balanced and unbalanced I/O boxes for DAWs. T Series monitors automatically accept AC mains voltages from 100 to 240 V at 50/60 Hz, eliminating the need to adjust voltage switches for safe operation. Simply plug in and go, anywhere in the world!

On the rear panel of your T Series monitor, an XLR connector and an RCA jack accept balanced +4 dBu and unbalanced -10 dBV nominal input levels, respectively. A 2-way switch selects which connector receives the input signal.

Images show the ADAM Audio T7V and T5V active loudspeakers, displaying their compact, modern design.

Diagram showing the rear panel input options: XLR for balanced audio (upper position) and RCA for unbalanced audio (lower position).

To begin using your T Series monitors, follow these simple steps:

1. Before making any connections, ensure the power switch for each monitor is turned OFF and each monitor’s Level control knob is set to "0 dB". Also, ensure the equipment you will connect is turned OFF and its output level controls are turned all the way down.
2. If sending balanced +4 dBu analog audio from your mixer, I/O box, or other equipment: Use the monitors’ respective XLR connectors and set their +4 dBu/-10 dBV switches to the +4 dBu setting.
3. If sending unbalanced -10 dBV analog audio from your mixer, I/O box, or other equipment: Use the monitors’ respective RCA connectors and set their +4 dBu/-10 dBV switches to the -10 dBV setting.
4. After all connections are made, turn on the equipment feeding your monitors.
5. Flip the power switch for each of your T Series monitors to the ON position.
6. Set the output level controls on the equipment feeding your monitors to their nominal level or your usual setting.
7. While playing audio, fine-tune the Level control knob on each monitor to achieve your desired listening volume. If your monitors are placed properly, the Level control knob settings on both monitors should be the same for equal playback volume and balanced imaging.
8. All pro audio monitors require a burn-in period for optimal performance. Play complex program material through your T Series monitors for at least eight hours before using them on a critical project.
9. At the end of each session, turn off your T Series monitors before powering down any equipment connected to them.

Model Specifications:

• T5V / T7V: AC Mains Inputs Voltage 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 132 W max.
• T8V: AC Mains Inputs Voltage 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 150 W max.

Contact Information:

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