Fluance SXBP2 Elite Bipolar Surround Speakers Instruction Manual

1. Kupu Whakataki

Thank you for choosing Fluance SXBP2 Elite Bipolar Surround Speakers. These speakers are designed to enhance your home theater experience by providing immersive, wide-dispersion surround sound. This manual provides essential information for proper setup, operation, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your speakers.

Figure 1: Fluance SXBP2 Elite Bipolar Surround Speakers (Black Ash)

2. Nga waahanga matua

• Immersive Bipolar Sound: Reproduces movie theater sound with a wide dispersion pattern for optimum surround imaging.
• Wae Moni: Ensures serious performance, natural sound, and seamless timbre matching with Fluance SX Series and other high-quality systems.
• Hanga Roa: Expertly crafted engineered MDF wood cabinetry reduces cabinet resonance, finished in black ash wood.
• Pūtāhui Ora: Includes a full lifetime parts and labor manufacturer's direct warranty with lifetime customer support.

Figure 2: Bipolar speaker drivers deliver sound in multiple directions, enhancing the surround sound experience.

3. He aha kei roto i te Pouaka

Ina wetewetehia, me whakarite kei te noho pai nga taonga katoa:

• Two (2) Fluance SXBP2 Bipolar Surround Speakers
• Four (4) Speaker Grilles

Figure 3: Included components: a pair of bipolar surround speakers and four grilles.

4. Tatūnga me te Whakanoho

Proper placement of your Fluance SXBP2 speakers is crucial for achieving the best surround sound experience. These bipolar speakers are designed to disperse sound in multiple directions, creating a diffuse and enveloping sound field.

Speaker Placement Guidelines:

• Rear Placement: For a 5.1 or 7.1 setup, place the SXBP2 speakers behind your primary listening position, at ear level, and flat against the wall.
• Side Placement: Alternatively, place them beside your listening position, approximately two feet or higher above ear level.
• Whakapiki taiepa: The speakers feature a two-screw hanging bracket on the back for wall mounting. Due to the bracket's width, at least one drywall anchor may be required if mounting to a single stud. Ensure mounting screws are level to prevent the speaker from appearing crooked. Note that the binding posts are not deeply recessed, which may affect the use of banana plugs when wall-mounted.

Whakaahua 4: Example of a Fluance SXBP2 speaker mounted on a wall. An amplifier is required for operation.

Te hono atu ki to Ampkaiwhakarewa/Kaiwhiwhi:

Tūhonohia ngā kaikōrero ki tō amplifier or AV receiver using appropriate speaker wire. Ensure correct polarity (positive to positive, negative to negative) for optimal sound reproduction. An amplifier is required to power these passive speakers.

Video Guide for Placement:

5. Te Whakahaere i o Kai-Korero

Kia hono atu ki to amplifier/receiver, ensure your audio source is playing. Adjust the volume on your amplifier/receiver to a comfortable listening level. For home theater systems, it is recommended to run an automatic speaker calibration (if available on your receiver) to optimize sound levels and delays for your room.

Understanding Surround Sound Channels:

6. Tiaki

To maintain the appearance and performance of your Fluance SXBP2 speakers, follow these simple guidelines:

• Te horoi: Gently wipe the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish.
• Nga tiihi: The speaker grilles can be removed for cleaning or if you prefer the aesthetic of exposed drivers. Handle them carefully to avoid bending or tearing the fabric.
• Taiao Whakanoho: Avoid placing speakers in direct sunlight, near heat sources, or in areas with high humidity to prevent damage to the cabinet and internal components.

7. Te Raru

If you encounter any issues with your speakers, please refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:

• Kore Oro:
  • Check all cable connections between the speakers and your amplifier/receiver. Ensure they are secure and correctly connected (positive to positive, negative to negative).
  • Manatokohia ko to ampKa whakakāhia te kaiwhakaora/kaiwhiwhi, ā, ka tīpakohia te pūtake tāuru tika.
  • Confirm that the volume on your amplifier/receiver is turned up and not muted.
• Oro korikori:
  • Whakaitihia te oro i runga i tō amplifier/receiver. Distortion can occur if the speakers are overdriven.
  • Check speaker wire connections for any loose strands that might be touching each other or the speaker terminals, causing a short circuit.
  • Whakaritehia to amplifier/receiver's impedance matches the speaker's impedance.
• Uneven Sound Levels:
  • If your receiver has an auto-calibration feature, run it to balance speaker levels.
  • Manually adjust individual speaker levels in your receiver's settings.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, please contact Fluance customer support for further assistance.

8. Whakatakotoranga

9. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko

Fluance provides a Full Lifetime Parts and Labor Manufacturer's Direct Warranty for your SXBP2 speakers. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. For warranty claims or technical assistance, please contact Fluance customer support.

Tautoko Kiritaki: For any questions, troubleshooting, or support needs, please visit the official Fluance website or contact their customer service department. Lifetime customer support is provided.