Pioneer S-81-K: Before you start What’s in the box

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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 place magnetic objects such as screwdrivers or iron

parts near the tweeter or midrange. Since the speakers use

Before you start

strong magnets, the objects may be attracted, causing injury

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

or damaging the diaphragm.

Connect the speaker system to an amplifier with a load

impedance ranging from 6 Ω to 16 Ω (a model with “6 Ω to

Cleaning the speaker cabinet

16 Ω” displayed on the speaker output terminals).

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

In order to prevent damage to the speaker system resulting

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

from input overload, please observe the following precautions:

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

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

out well. Do not use furniture wax or cleansers.

maximum permissible input.

Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays or other chemicals

• When using a graphic equalizer to emphasize loud sounds

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

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

volume.

Cleaning the glossy finish of the speaker system

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

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volumes of sound (the amplifier’s harmonic distortion will

be increased, and you may damage the speaker).

• If you use a dusty or hard cloth or if you rub the screen hard,

the finish of the product will be scratched.

Caution: installation

• If you clean the surface of the speaker system with a wet cloth,

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

water droplets on the surface may enter into the product,

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

resulting in malfunction.

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

• When cleaning the finish of the speaker system, gently wipe it

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

with a dry soft cloth; the supplied cleaning cloth.

fall off and cause injury.

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

improperly attached, the speaker grille can fall and cause

damage or personal injury.

What’s in the box

• Switch off and unplug your AV equipment and consult the

instructions when connecting up components. Make sure you

use the correct connecting cables.

Spike bases x 3

• The grille is affixed with magnets. The grille may fall if force is

applied to the grille in a horizontal direction. When cleaning

the speaker, remove the grille first.

Caution: in use

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

Metal catch x 1

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

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

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

Screw (for metal catch) x 1

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

Grille x 1

speaker.

Cleaning cloth (for S-81-K only) x 1

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

Operating instructions

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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