D-205FConnection
Speaker System
Turn the sound volume to the minimum and turn OFF the
Thank you for your purchase of the Onkyo speaker system.amplifier power switch (POWER) before connecting the speaker
Please read this manual thoroughly before using it.cables.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable you toThe nominal impedance of this speaker system is 6W. Use only
obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment fromamplifiers capable of handling this impedance.
your new speaker system.Use the supplied speaker cables to connect between speaker 's
Please retain this manual for future reference.binding posts and the amplifier's speaker terminals as illustrated
below.
Connect the speaker cables securely to the terminals, with the
Before using this unitcore wires twisted properly. In this case, make sure that the core
The speaker cabinet is made of wood and is thereforewires do not touch each other. Note that a short circuit in core
sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity. Avoidwires may result in damage to the amplifier.
placing the speaker systems in locations subjected to directConnect the Right and Left speakers (as viewed from the
sunlight, or in smokey or in humid places, such as near anlistening position) to the amplifier's corresponding Right and Left
air conditioner, humidifier, bathroom, or kitchen. Doing sospeaker terminals.
may result in damage to the speaker.
Place the unit on a rigid, level surface. Placing it on a
slanted surface or weak base not only may cause the unit to
fall, but also results in decreased sound quality.
Be sure to turn off your amplifier before connecting the
Loosen the screws.Fasten the screws
speaker system. Connecting them with the amplifier's powerInsert the speaker wiressecurely again.
on may result in damage to the amplifier or the speakerto the connection.
system.
Keep water or other liquids away from the unit. If water is
spilled into the unit, not only the unit but also the speakers
themselves may be damaged.
Name and function of each part
165mm235mmCabinet
Grille plug holes
TweeterInput
Terminal
RL
Grille
�+�+
WooferBass-reflex port
Bass-reflex port
800mm
195mm268mm
3
-
RL
Precaution on use
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This speaker system can handle the specified input power
when it is used for ordinary music reproduction. If theAmplifier's speaker output terminals
following abnormal signals are fed to the speaker, however,
an overcurrent may flow in the internal circuits, causing
burning or breakage of the wires even if the input power is
below the specified rating.
1. Noise produced when FM station is not tuned in
2. Sound produced when fast-forwarding cassette tapeBefore turning on the amplifier's power switch:
deck
Make sure that the positive (+) and negative (�) speaker
3. High-frequency sound generated by an oscillator, ancables do not contact each other. Otherwise, a short-circuit
electronic musical instruments, etc.
may occur, causing damage to the amplifier.
4. Oscillating amplifier signalsBe sure to connect the speaker cables with correct polarity
5. Special test signals produced by audio checking CD, etc.(connect the speaker's positive (+) and negative (�) binding
6. Sound produced when connecting or disconnecting audio
posts with the amplifier's corresponding speaker terminals).
connection cables (Always turn off the amplifier�s powerReversed polarity results in impaired bass-range reproduc-
before connecting or disconnecting cables.)
tion, causing mislocalization of the sound image. Also, be
7. Howling when a microphone is usedsure to connect the Right and Left speakers with the amplifi-
er's corresponding speaker terminals.
Do not place magnetic objects such as screwdrivers and ironPull lightly on the speaker cables to ensure that they are
parts near the speaker system since they use speakers with
connected firmly.
strong magnets. Otherwise, the objects may be attracted,
causing injury or damaging the diaphragm. |