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    FX S E R I E S FX300 i FX500 i Instruction Manual 5601 METRO DRIVE, BALTIMORE, MAR YLAND 21215, USA, 800-377-7655, F AX: 410-764-5266 http://www .polkaudio.com RM0445-1[...]

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    ENGLISH ESP AÑOL 2 For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 1 FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH A WORD FROM MA TTHEW POLK Dear Music Lover , Thank you for purchasing Polk Audio ® speakers. Designing and building speakers is more than just a business for the people of Polk Audio—it is our passion. W e are all dedicated to your comple[...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 3 2 ENGLISH ESP AÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH PRODUCT FEA TURES The Polk Audio FX Series was designed to set a new standard for unmatched value, performance and satisfaction of surround channel performance for today’ s demanding Home Theater systems. When any of the FX Series products[...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 5 ENGLISH ESP AÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH 4 SPEAKER PLACEMENT Here are some recommendations to review before you determine the permanent installation (Figure 1). PLAZIERUNG DER LAUTSPRECHER Nachfolgend einige Hinweise, die Ihnen die Entscheidung über die Plazierung der Lautsprecher e[...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 7 6 ENGLISH ESP AÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ONE FX SERIES SPEAKER IS A “LEFT” CHANNEL SPEAKER AND THE OTHER IS A “RIGHT” The serial number label identifies which is which (Figure 2). The “Left” speaker should be placed on the left side of the room as you face the front of [...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 9 8 ENGLISH ESP AÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH W ALL MOUNTING Each FX has an attached keyhole slot brack- et to mount it to a wall. Follow the steps below to safely secure the speaker . In the speaker carton you’ll find a template to help mark the correct screw locations. LIFTING THE S[...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 11 10 ENGLISH ESP AÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH stud behind the wall surface, drive a #7 x 2 1/2" screw (provided) through the wall and into the stud at the marked location. 7. Let the screw protrude 3/8" to 1/2" from the wall. If there is no stud behind the chosen locati[...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 13 12 ENGLISH ESP AÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ESP AÑOL CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS TO THE SYSTEM Use two conductor 16 gauge or thicker speaker wires. Measure enough wire to reach from your receiver or amp to each speaker . Keep in mind the extra length needed for running the wire around [...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 15 14 ENGLISH ESP AÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH AMPLIFIER POWER REQUIREMENTS Y our speakers will work well with a variety of electronic components. As little as 10 watts per channel will deliver adequate listening levels in most rooms. If you have a large room or intend to play your sys[...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 16 17 ENGLISH ESP AÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH MAINT AINING THE APPEARANCE OF FX SPEAKERS Y our new speaker cabinet is made of a rugged material that can be dusted or cleaned with a moist cloth. A void harsh detergents and cleaning fluids. They can permanently damage your speaker’ s [...]

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    19 For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 18 FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH CARACTERISTIQUES FX300 i Haut-Parleur Complément: 2 - 3/4" (19mm) Dynamic Balance tweeter à dôme 1 - 5 1/4" (133mm) transducteurs Dynamic Balance Réponse en fréquence effective: 50Hz-22kHz Limites -3dB: 55Hz-20kHz Séparation de fréquences T[...]

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    For more information visit our web site at http://www .polkaudio.com 21 20 POLK AUDIO LIMITED W ARRANTY “Polk Audio,” “Polk,” “The Speaker Specialists” and “Dynamic Balance” are trademarks of Britannia Investment Corporation used under license by Polk Audio Incorporated. Dolby , Pro Logic, Dolby Digital and AC-3 are trademarks of Do[...]