Pioneer S-81C-K: How to install

Using the speaker base

Included with this speaker system is a speaker base for better

How to install

sound, stability and safety. Place the speaker on the base as

shown below.

Choosing where to place the speaker systems

Use the furnished spikes or non-skid pads when installing the

• Sounds played through speaker systems are easily affected in

speaker on the speaker base.

subtle ways by the conditions in the listening space.

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• 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.

When using the spikes

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

This speaker system includes spikes that you can use to isolate

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

the speaker from the floor. Use the supplied spike bases to avoid

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

scratching the floor or other surface where the speaker is placed.

• This speaker is a bookshelf-type speaker which will give best

performance when placed on a solid, level surface off the floor.

1 Twist the spikes into the threaded metal inserts

Placing the speaker directly on the floor will result in boomy,

embedded in the bottom of the speaker base.

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50 cm

20 cm

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(19

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16 in.)

7

(7

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8 in.)

2 Set the spike bases in the positions where the points of

the three spikes will strike when the speaker is set down.

• Pioneer assumes no liability whatsoever for damages

3 Set the speaker base on the spike bases and check to

resulting from assembly, improper mounting, insufficient

confirm the speaker base does not rock.

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

4 Set the speaker on the speaker base and check to confirm

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the speaker does not rock

• The cabinet uses sliced veneer made of natural wood. Do not

place the speaker where it will be in direct sunlight, and avoid

positioning it near heaters and air conditioners. Doing so may

cause warping and discoloration of the speaker cabinet and

• Always use the spike bases as shown, with the indented

damage to the speaker.

surface facing up to receive the spike point.

If you do not use the spike bases when placing the

speakers, the spikes may cause damage to the floor. If

you plan on using the spikes we highly recommend to

use the spike bases.

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