Parasound PAL-280 user manual

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O W N E R ' S M A N U A L
PAL-280 Precision Architectural Loudspeakers
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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of your PAL-280 Precision Architectural Loudspeaker system and thank you for choosing Parasound. The PAL-280s were developed using the finest loudspeaker and crossover components available. Countless hours of computer modeling were spent to insure accurate audio reproduction in a variety of installations where placement compromises must sometimes be made. The PAL-280 Precision Architectural Loudspeakers deliver the high-fidelity audio reproduction yo

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For best performance and easier troubleshooting, always “home run” wiring when installing multiple speakers rather than connecting from one speaker to the next. When connecting multiple speakers, make sure that the power amplifier is capable of adequately driving the combined impedance of the speakers. If not, you may need additional amplifiers or an impedance protection device that are often built into loudspeaker selection boxes. Mirror Image Tweeter Assembly The PAL-280 tweeter assembly is mi

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Pre-Drilled Hole for Infrared Receivers The PAL-280 has a 1/2" hole in the bezel to accommodate an infrared receiver such as the Xantech Video Link model 490. The hole can be accessed by removing the rubber bushing from the rear of the bezel. If you plan to hide an infrared receiver behind the loudspeaker grille, be sure to pre-wire a three conductor control wire along with the speaker wire. Removing the Loudspeaker Assembly from the Bezel Gently push the lower portion of the pivoting midrange a

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Swing arms in locked Swing arms in and mounted position retracted position PAL-280 Removable Bezel Tone Adjustment Switches PAL-280 Precision Architectural Loudspeaker High Aluminum Tweeter Mid Bass Pivoting Tweeter Assembly Kevlar Woofer with Phase Plug IR Receiver Access Hole PAL-280 Baffle and Driver Assembly 5

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PAL-280 Precision Architectural Loudspeaker Specifications Frequency Response 40 Hz-22 kHz +/- 2 dB Nominal Impedance 6 Ohms Minimum Impedance 4 Ohms Sensitivity 1 Watt/1Meter 89 dB RMS Power Range 10-100 Watts Woofer Size 8" Cone Material Kevlar Surround Material Polyurethane Tweeter Size 1 " Aluminum Dome Tweeter Assembly Pivoting Chamber for Lower Crossover Point Crossover Frequency 2.4 kHz Crossover Slope 12 dB per octave Dimensions Hole Cut-Out 8 5/8" x 12 3/4" Outer Edge of Frame 10" x 14