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    High Performance Multi-Purpose Speaker Bravo II [...]

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    2 Specifications Frequency Response (±3dB) 80Hz–20,000Hz Recommended Amplifier Power 15–125 watts Nominal Impedance 8 ohms Sensitivity [1 watt (2.83v) at 1m] 89dB Bass Unit 4 1 ⁄ 2 " (115mm) copolymer T weeter 1 " (25mm) black anodized aluminum dome with AMD Crossover Fr equency 2500Hz Dimensions (HxWxD) with corner fillers 14 1[...]

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    3 How to Connect Y our Speakers Correctly wiring your speakers is important for achieving the best sound quality . W iring should take just a few minutes, but it’ s important to do it carefully , since incorrect wiring (such as reversed connections) can r esult in a poor soundstage and poor bass. We r ecommend 18-gauge wire or thicker for runs up[...]

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    Mounting the Bravo II Identify the Bracket In its packing material, the Bravo II’ s mounting bracket is fitted into the back of the speaker . Remove the tape that is temporarily holding the bracket to the speaker , and then pull the bracket away fr om the back of the speaker . Deter mine how the Bravo II is to be mounted to the wall or ceiling. [...]

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    Corner Fillers If the Bravo II is being mounted in a corner , then one or both of the supplied cor ner fillers may be inserted into the slots on the back of the speaker . These accessories will enhance the appearance of the installation by making it appear that the back of Bravo II extends into the cor ner . NOTE: Up to 16-gauge speaker wire will [...]

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    Rear Stand Installation Instructions The Boston Bravo can be used horizontally on an untilted flat surface, such as a table, shelf or the top of a rear pr oje ction TV using the included r ear bracket stand. First mount the speaker to the bracket (see above). Next, place the speaker in the location that you intend to use it in (ie, correct grille/[...]

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    7 volume 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 crossover Hz crossover polarity 50 150 80 120 set none 0 ° 180 ° Bos ton front main corner mount (or any other corner) rear surround flat mount horizontal floor or shelf placement angled up rear surround angled down rear surround angled back horizontal flat mount horizontal untilted with rear stand Using the [...]

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    300 J ubilee Drive P eabody , MA 01 96 0 U.S.A. 978.538.5000 www .bostonacoustics.com Dolby and Dolby Pro Logic ar e registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Boston Sound and AMD ar e trademarks and MagnaGuar d, Boston, and Boston Acoustics, the Boston Acoustics Logo, and VR are r egistered trademarks of Boston Acoustics, [...]