BIC PL-66

BIC Acoustech PL-66 Surround Speakers Instruction Manual

Eredua: PL-66

1. Sarrera

The BIC Acoustech PL-66 Surround Speakers are designed to deliver clear, dynamic sound for both music and home theater systems. Featuring an angled cabinet design for wide dispersion, these speakers are equipped with a 6.5-inch mid/high frequency aluminum dome horn tweeter, a 6.5-inch woofer with a heavy-duty surround, and a 5x7-inch passive radiator for enhanced bass output. The elegant enclosures feature hand-rubbed black lacquer tops and bottoms, providing a durable and aesthetically pleasing akabera.

2. Segurtasun-argibideak

  • Read all instructions before operating the speakers.
  • Gorde jarraibide hauek etorkizuneko erreferentzia izateko.
  • Kontuan izan produktuaren eta funtzionamendu-argibideetako abisu guztiak.
  • Ez erabili aparatu hau uraren ondoan.
  • Garbitu zapi lehor batekin bakarrik.
  • Ez blokeatu aireztapen-irekidurak. Instalatu fabrikatzailearen argibideen arabera.
  • Ez instalatu bero-iturri inongo ondoan, esate baterako, erradiadoreak, bero-erregistroak, sukaldeak edo beste aparatu batzuk (barne ampberoa sortzen duten argitzaileak).
  • Babestu korronte-kablea oinez ibiltzetik edo atxilotzetik, batez ere entxufeetan, erosotasun-harguneetan eta aparatutik irteten diren puntuetan.
  • Erabili soilik fabrikatzaileak zehaztutako eranskinak/osagarriak.
  • Deskonektatu aparatu hau tximista-ekaitzetan edo denbora luzez erabiltzen ez duzunean.
  • Jarri zerbitzu-zerbitzu guztiak zerbitzu-pertsonal kualifikatuari. Zerbitzua behar da aparatua edozein modutan hondatu denean, hala nola, elikatze-kablea edo entxufea hondatuta dagoenean, likidoa isuri denean edo objektuak aparatura erori direnean, aparatua euria edo hezetasuna jasan duenean, ez du normalean funtzionatzen. , edo erori egin da.

3. Paketearen edukia

Your BIC Acoustech PL-66 Surround Speakers package should include:

  • 2 x BIC Acoustech PL-66 Surround Speakers
  • Mounting brackets (pre-installed or included separately)
  • Argibide eskuliburua (dokumentu hau)

4. Konfigurazioa eta instalazioa

4.1 Hizlarien kokapena

The PL-66 speakers are designed for use as surround or bookshelf speakers. Their angled cabinet design helps to disperse sound widely, creating an immersive listening experience. For optimal surround sound, place the speakers to the sides or slightly behind the main listening area, at or slightly above ear level.

Angelukoa view of the BIC Acoustech PL-66 speaker, showing its unique cabinet shape designed for wide sound dispersion.

Irudia: Angelua view of the PL-66 speaker, highlighting its design for wide sound dispersion.

Consider the room acoustics and the distance from walls. Avoid placing speakers directly into corners, which can overemphasize bass. Experiment with placement to find the best sound balance for your listening environment.

Diagram showing the dimensions of the BIC Acoustech PL-66 speaker: 14 inches deep, 7.25 inches wide, and 10 inches high.

Image: Product dimensions for planning placement. The speaker measures 14 inches deep, 7.25 inches wide, and 10 inches high.

4.2 Konektatzea Ampbiziagoa / hartzailea

Ziurtatu zure ampkonexiorik egin baino lehen argitzailea edo hargailua itzalita dago.

  1. Prepare Speaker Wire: Strip approximately 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) of insulation from the ends of your speaker wires. Twist the bare strands tightly.
  2. Polaritatea identifikatu: Observe the polarity markings (+ and -) on both your speakers and your amplifier/receiver. It is crucial to connect positive (+) terminals on the amplifier to positive (+) terminals on the speakers, and negative (-) terminals on the amplifier to negative (-) terminals on the speakers. Incorrect polarity can result in poor sound quality and reduced bass response.
  3. Konektatu bozgorailuetara: Unscrew the binding posts on the back of the PL-66 speaker. Insert the bare wire ends into the holes and tighten the binding posts securely.
  4. Konektatu AmpLider/Hartzailea: Connect the other end of the speaker wires to the corresponding surround speaker output terminals on your amplifier/receiver, maintaining correct polarity.
Atzekoa view of the BIC Acoustech PL-66 speaker, showing the gold-plated binding posts for speaker wire connection and the model information label.

Image: Close-up of the rear panel showing speaker terminals and model information. Ensure correct polarity when connecting speaker wires.

4.3 Muntaketa (Aukerakoa)

The PL-66 speakers are equipped with integrated mounting brackets for wall installation. Ensure that the wall can support the weight of the speakers (approximately 28 pounds each). Use appropriate wall anchors (not included) for secure mounting.

  1. Markatu Muntatze Puntuak: Hold the speaker against the wall at the desired location and mark the positions for the mounting screws through the brackets.
  2. Instalatu aingurak: Drill pilot holes and install appropriate wall anchors if mounting into drywall. If mounting into a stud, drill pilot holes only.
  3. Secure Speakers: Attach the speakers to the wall using screws that engage with the anchors or studs. Ensure they are firmly secured before releasing.
Atzekoa view of the BIC Acoustech PL-66 speaker, showing the integrated wall mounting brackets on the back panel.

Irudia: Atzealdea view of the speaker showing the integrated mounting brackets for wall installation.

5. Funtzionamendua

Once the speakers are properly connected to your amplifier/receiver, you can begin enjoying your audio. Follow these general guidelines:

  • Piztu: Piztu zure amplifagailua/hartzailea eta hautatu sarrera-iturri egokia.
  • Bolumen kontrola: Hasi bolumena maila baxuan eta pixkanaka igo entzuteko maila eroso batera iritsi arte.
  • Hartzailearen ezarpenak: If using a home theater receiver, access its setup menu to configure speaker sizes (typically 'small' for surround speakers), crossover frequencies (e.g., 80-120 Hz), and channel levels for optimal sound balance.
  • Atsedenaldia: Like many speakers, the PL-66 may benefit from a break-in period of several hours of normal use to allow the drivers to loosen up and achieve their full sonic potential.
Aurrealdea view of the BIC Acoustech PL-66 speaker with the protective grille attached.

Irudia: Aurrealdea view of the PL-66 speaker with the grille on. The grille protects the drivers and can be removed for a different aesthetic.

6. Mantentzea

  • Garbiketa: Dust the speaker cabinets with a soft, dry cloth. For the black lacquer finish, a slightly damp cloth followed by a dry one can be used, but avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.
  • Parrillak: The speaker grilles can be gently removed for cleaning. Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to remove dust.
  • Saihestu hezetasuna: Do not expose the speakers to excessive moisture or direct sunlight, which can damage the finish and internal components.
  • Gidariaren babesa: Avoid touching the speaker drivers (woofer, tweeter, passive radiator) directly, as this can cause damage.
Aurrealdea view of the BIC Acoustech PL-66 speaker with the protective grille removed, revealing the horn tweeter, woofer, and passive radiator.

Irudia: Aurrealdea view of the PL-66 speaker with the grille removed, showing the drivers. Handle with care during cleaning.

7. Arazoak

Arazoa Kausa posiblea Irtenbidea
Bozgorailuen soinurik ez Kableatu okerra; Amplifier/receiver off or wrong input selected; Speaker wire disconnected or damaged. Egiaztatu bozgorailu-kable guztien konexioak polaritate zuzena eta ondo egokituta daudela. amplifier/receiver is on and set to the correct input. Test with another audio source.
Soinu distortsionatua edo lausoa Gaindituta amplifier; Loose speaker connections; Damaged speaker driver. Reduce volume. Check speaker wire connections. Inspect speaker drivers for visible damage.
Baxu ahula edo batere ez Incorrect speaker polarity; Incorrect receiver settings (crossover, speaker size). Verify correct speaker wire polarity (+ to + and - to -). Adjust receiver's speaker settings, ensuring surround speakers are set to 'small' and crossover is appropriate (e.g., 80-120 Hz).
Sound imbalance between speakers Uneven speaker placement; Incorrect channel level settings on receiver. Adjust speaker placement for symmetry. Use your receiver's channel level calibration feature to balance output.

8. Zehaztapenak

Ereduaren izena PL 66
Marka BIC
Hizlari mota Bookshelf / Surround
Materiala Aluminum, Plastic, Wood
Produktuaren neurriak (L x W x H) 14" x 7.25" x 10"
Elementuaren pisua 28 pounds (each)
Inpedantzia 8 ohmio
Bozgorailuaren irteera-potentzia maximoa 175 Watt
Wooferaren diametroa 6.5 hazbete
Tweeter Diametroa 6.5 Inches (Horn)
Inguruko soinu-kanalaren konfigurazioa 5.1 (as surround speakers)
Konektibitate Teknologia Kableatua
Muntatze Mota Shelf Mount / Wall Mount

9. Bermearen informazioa

The BIC Acoustech PL-66 Surround Speakers come with a Limited Warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or contact BIC customer support for specific terms and conditions regarding coverage and duration.

10. Bezeroarentzako arreta

For technical assistance, troubleshooting, or warranty inquiries, please contact BIC customer support. Refer to the contact information provided in your product packaging or visit the official BIC webwebgunea laguntza-xehetasun eguneratuenak lortzeko.

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