Pioneer S-31-LR-QL: instruction

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the

instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

• Do not use the speaker to output distorted sound for long

periods of times. This can result in a fire hazard.

Before you start

• Do not sit or stand on the speaker, or let children play on the

• The nominal impedance of this speaker system is 6 Ω.

speaker.

Connect the speaker system to an amplifier with a load

• Do not put large or heavy objects on top of the speaker.

impedance ranging from 4 Ω to 16 Ω (a model with “4 Ω to

16 Ω” displayed on the speaker output terminals).

In order to prevent damage to the speaker system resulting

Cleaning the speaker cabinet

from input overload, please observe the following precautions:

With normal use, wiping with a dry cloth should be sufficient to

• Do not supply power to the speaker system in excess of the

keep the cabinet clean. If necessary, clean with a cloth dipped in

maximum permissible input.

a neutral cleanser diluted five or six times with water, and wrung

out well. Do not use furniture wax or cleansers.

• When using a graphic equalizer to emphasize loud sounds

in the high-frequency range, do not use excessive amplifier

Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays or other chemicals

volume.

on or near this unit since these will corrode the surfaces.

• Do not try to force a low-powered amplifier to produce loud

volumes of sound (the amplifier’s harmonic distortion will

be increased, and you may damage the speaker).

What’s in the box

Caution: installation

Speaker cable (3 m) x 2

• When placing this unit, ensure that it is firmly secured and

Metal catch x 2

avoid areas where it may be likely to fall and cause injury in the

event of a natural disaster (such as an earthquake).

• Do not attach these speakers to the wall or ceiling. They may

fall off and cause injury.

• Do not install your speakers overhead on the ceiling or wall. If

Screw (for metal catch) x 2

improperly attached, the speaker grille can fall and cause

damage or personal injury.

• Switch off and unplug your AV equipment and consult the

instructions when connecting up components. Make sure you

Non skid pads x 2 set

use the correct connecting cables.

Warranty card

Caution: in use

Operating instructions (this document)

• Do not place the speaker on an unstable surface. It could

present a hazard if it falls, as well as damaging the equipment.

For U.S. model

WARNING:

Handling the cord on this product or

cords associated with accessories sold with the

product will expose you to chemicals listed on

proposition 65 known to the State of California and

other governmental entities to cause cancer and

birth defect or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling

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For European model

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used

electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private households in the member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to

designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).

For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal.

By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential

negative effects on the environment and human health.

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Applying non skid pads

The use of non skid pads is recommended depending on the

How to install

installation location. Apply the pads to the four corners of the side

of the speaker which will be on the bottom. Note that depending

Choosing where to place the speaker systems

on the location, the pads may not provide fully sufficient traction

• Sounds played through speaker systems are easily affected in

to prevent slipping, so care should be taken not to install the

subtle ways by the conditions in the listening space.

speakers in conditions where they may be prone to slide.

English

• For best sound, choose a solid floor upon which to place the

speakers, and position the speakers as shown below. The level

of low sounds can be adjusted by moving the speakers closer

to or further from the wall. Adjust the speakers so that they are

equidistant from their respective side walls to assure balanced

sound.

Mounting the Fall-Prevention Fastener

• Using the included screw, tightly secure the metal catch to the

backside of the speaker.

50 to 60

• Pass a commercially-available reinforced string through the

metal catch to securely support the speaker to the wall. Be

sure that the wall to which you fasten the speaker is strong

enough to support the weight of the speaker. After fastening

the speaker, make sure that it does not fall over.

• Place the left and right speakers equal distances from your

• The speaker can incur damage in the event of a fall.

listening position for good stereo sound. Use speaker cords of

• Do not attach the metal catch directly to the wall. It should

the same length for each speaker.

only be used in conjunction with reinforced string to prevent

• So far as possible, place the front left and front right speakers

the speaker from falling.

on the same plane as the TV screen.

• To achieve optimum surround sound, you should place the TV

between the left and right speakers, with the speakers

pointing at a 50 to 60 degree angle toward the listening

position.

• If the room has a lot of reverberation, we recommend hanging

heavy fabric on the walls, and/or putting a carpet on the floor

to damp the sound. For best results, cover walls completely.

• Pass two reinforced strings through the metal catch, and

• Pioneer assumes no liability whatsoever for damages

fasten the speaker to the wall as shown above.

resulting from assembly, improper mounting, insufficient

reinforcement, misuse of the product, acts of nature, etc.

• Since these speaker systems are quite heavy, do not install

them in unstable locations; a falling speaker could result in

damage or dangerous personal injury.

• When installing these speaker systems, be sure to provide

positive measures against tipping or falling, since accidental

falls due to earthquakes or other causes could result in injury.

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Non skid pads

Metal catch

Reinforced strings

Backside of speaker