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BP7000SC/BP7001SC
®
Bipolar Loudspeaker with Built-In Powered SuperCube Technology Subwoofers
Owner’s Manual
Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of the Definitive
Technology BP7000SC/BP7001SC Bipolar Loudspeaker
System. The BP7000SC/BP7001SC are very unique
speakers which combine our award-winning patented bipolar
technology with a built-in side-firing SuperCube Technology
subwoofer system complete with ultra-high power digital
amplifiers. These extraordinary speakers truly revolution
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Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, do not remove the cover or back plate of this device. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to licensed service technicians. Avis: Risque de choc electricque, ne pas ouvrir. CAUTION! The international symbol of a lightning bolt inside a triangle is intended to alert the user to uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the device’s enclosure. The inte
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3. Insert two screws provided and tighten them securely, being careful not to strip out material. 4. Repeat steps #2 and #3 for the other stabilizer brackets. 5. Remove the supporting feet closest to the stabilizer brackets and thread them into the brass insert in the stabilizer brackets. 6. Carefully return the speaker to the upright position and adjust the glides (supporting feet) to level the speaker. Note: If desired, the four glides (support feet) may be replaced and the four spikes provid
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for with the speakers’ low frequency controls). Sometimes placement further from the rear wall will increase spaciousness and the sense of depth. The speakers should usually be placed a minimum of 5 to 7 feet apart and kept away from the side walls and corners if possible. A good rule of thumb is to place the speakers separated by one half the length of the wall they are positioned along, and each speaker one quarter the length of the back wall away from the side wall. Speakers may be angled in
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Speaker Break-In Your BP7000SC/BP7001SCs should sound good right out of the box; however, an extended break-in period of 40-60 hours or more of normal playing is required to reach full performance capability. Break-in allows the suspensions to work in and results in fuller bass, a more open “blossoming” midrange and smoother high frequency reproduction. Connecting Your Loudspeakers Connecting Your Speakers to Your Electronics Your BP7000SC/BP7001SCs may be connected in several different ways. T
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Rear Panel * This section of the rear panel will be shown on the connection diagrams. Gold Jumper 6
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Connecting Each Speaker with One Pair of Speaker Wires Only With all the gold jumpers in place (see Diagram # 1), simply connect any of the red (+) terminals of each speaker to the red (+) terminal of its channel on your amplifier or receiver, and any of the black (-) terminals of each speaker to the black (-) terminal of its channel on your amplifier or receiver. It is essential that both speakers be connected in the same way (in phase) to its own channel of the amplifier. If you experience
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Bi-Wiring The concept of bi-wiring is that higher sonic performance (greater inner detail, higher definition, increased transparency and improved depth) is achieved by utilizing two sets of wires to connect each loudspeaker to its respective channel of your amplifier or receiver. If you choose this method of hook-up, follow these instructions: For bi-wiring: (See Diagram # 2) Remove both the jumpers between the low/mid and high terminals on each speaker. Then take care to ensure that both the
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If you have a Dolby Digital system, “tell” your bass management system that you have “Large” left and right front speakers and “No” subwoofer. The base management system will then send the LFE .1 channel signal into the left and right channels, and it will be reproduced by the subwoofers in your BP7000SC/ BP7001SCs, giving you all the benefits of Dolby Digital and the discrete LFE signal. Usually if distortion is heard when the speakers are being driven at loud levels, it is caused by driving
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Right Speaker Left Speaker Y-Connector LFE or Sub Out + (on receiver or pre-amp.) - Left Right Power Amplifier or Receiver Diagram # 3: One Option for Using the BP7000SC/BP7001SC’s Optional LFE Input (Bi-Wired) Right Speaker Left Speaker Y-Connector LFE or Sub Out (on receiver or pre-amp.) + - Left Right Power Amplifier or Receiver 10 Diagram # 4: One Option for Using the BP7000SC/BP7001SC’s Optional LFE Input (Non Bi-Wired)
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Setting Bass and Treble Controls on Your Receiver or Amplifier Normally we recommend that you set the “Bass” and “Treble” controls on flat or 0 dB. This will give you the most linear and natural sound. If you want more bass, raise the subwoofer’s “Level” control on your BP7000SC/ BP7001SC, keeping in mind that even a little turn of the knob can make a big difference in the sound. Also, if your amplifier or receiver has a graphic equalizer, we recommend that you leave it flat. The reason for this i
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Setting Low-Frequency Balance When Using Separate LFE Input We suggest that when you are using a separate LFE input, you set the bass level on your BP7000SC/BP7001SCs to sound balanced when listening to music in stereo and use the .1 channel or bass level control in your Dolby Digital channel balancing procedure on your decoder to raise or lower the bass level for movie sound effects as you require. Normally the level control of the left speaker will be set the same as the level control of the
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Troubleshooting If you experience any difficulties with your BP7000SC/BP7001SCs, try the suggestions described below. If you are still having problems, please consult your Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer for assistance. 1. Make sure all your system interconnects and power cords are solidly in place. 2. Should you experience any level of ground hum or noise, try plugging the power cord into the same circuit as your amplifier. 3. The system is provided with sophisticated internal protection
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Technical Assistance It is our pleasure to offer assistance if you have any questions regarding your BP7000SC/BP7001SCs or their set-up. Please contact your nearest Definitive Technology dealer or contact us directly at 410-363-7148. Specifications BP7000SC Dimensions: 8.9"W x 16.6"D x 52.5"H Frequency Response: 11 Hz–30 kHz Efficiency: 92 dB Nominal Impedance: Compatible with 8 ohms Driver Complement: Four 6.5" high definition cast-magnesium basket polymer upper bass/midrange drivers. Two 1" pure
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Limited Warranty: 5-Years for Drivers and Cabinets, 3-Years for Electronic Components Definitive Technology warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Definitive Technology Loudspeaker Product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years covering the drivers and cabinets, and three (3) years for the electronic components from the date of the original purchase from a Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer. However, this warranty
