DYNAVOICE MAGIC FX-4 User manual

User Manual

Dear customer
Congratulations, you have just invested in your own happiness!
We know that your new speakers and/or subwoofer will provi-
de you with many hours of pure listening pleasure. Regardless
of your listening ambition, all our products are built to perform
at a high level for both Hi-Fi and home Cinema systems.
This manual is divided in six sections, one section for each
product category in our assortment: Speakers (page 1), Sub-
woofers (page 3), Hi-Fi set-up (page 6), Home Cinema set-up
(page 7) and Maintenance & Warranty (page 9). This manual
works as a general manual for all our products. Specic models
and product features may therefore not be included.

Dynavoice Speakers
1. Unpacking and maintenance
We recommend you to unpack your speakers with care. After unpacking your pur-
chased Dynavoice product, we suggest you retain all packaging material for possible
future transports.
1.1 Break-in
The speakers are brand new and have never been used (except for control testing
in the factory). The speakers need to be used for a period of at least 50 hours, as an
initial break-in period. This softens the speaker elements and results in better sound
from your speakers. Attention! Do not play on high volume during the break-in
period.
1.2 Setting up the speakers
Some oor standing models are delivered with some form of spikes or feet. This im-
proves the sound of the speaker and prevents the sound from propagating through
the oor. This is especially benecial when you are placing the speakers in an apart-
ment and don’t want to disturb your neighbours. If the speakers are not delivered
with spikes or feet, you can purchase these separately. Attention! Place the speaker
on a at, sturdy surface.
2. Connections and setup
2.1 Cables
We recommend the use of heavy gauge loudspeaker cables of high quality. Make
sure to turn off all ampliers before connecting your new speaker to your Hi-Fi
system.
Connect the cable from the amplier to the speaker’s terminal. Use the marking of
the cables to ensure that the red or “+” mark of the amplier is connected to the red
or “+” marked port of the speaker terminal. Use the marking of the cables to also
ensure that the black or “-” mark of the amplier is connected to the black or “-”
marked port of the speaker terminal.
2.2 Bi-Wiring / Bi-Amping (Denition and Challenger series)
Most of Dynavoice’s speakers have 4-pole terminals allowing Bi-Wiring. The upper
connection is connected to tweeter/midrange and the lower is connected to the
woofers. It requires two cables for each speaker to use Bi-Wire. First of all, make
sure that the amplier is turned off. Remove the gold-plated connection between
the upper and lower connectors of the terminal. Connect one cable from the upper
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connections on the terminal to the binding post on the amplier and one cable from
the lower connections to the same binding post on the amplier. Bi-Wiring can make
an audible improvement and better details in the music. Choose a cable with good
bass quality as the lower cable and a cable with much detail for the upper cable.
Bi-Amping works the same way as with Bi-Wire, except using two ampliers for each
speaker instead of one. You need an amplier that is designed for Bi-Amping for it
to work. See the manual for your Hi-Fi set-up’s amplier to be sure that everything is
correct.
2.3 X-change terminal (Denition and Challenger series)
Some Dynavoice speakers are equipped with an X-change terminal. This means
that you can adjust the sound to your own preferences, without having to adjust the
amplier. To adjust the amplier often results in a distortion of the sound unfortuna-
tely, which makes it better to adjust the X-change terminal instead. Beside X-change
connectors there is a label that shows how the sound is affected by the adjustment.
Normally, the following levels can be selected: -2dB, 0dB, +2dB, +4dB. Insert the pin
between the holes that have the value that you desire. It is easier if you have a friend
who can be involved in helping you to swap pins, while you sit in the listening posi-
tion and listen. Only you can decide what sounds best to your ears.
2.4 Bass port dampers (Included for Denition, optional for Challenger
and Magic series)
There is a possibility to adjust the bass sound on some of the speaker models, use
bass port dampers in the bass reex tubes to get the sound you desire. The more
bass port dampers you use the less bass sound you get, which gives a more control-
led bass sound. The reverse is also true, the more pipes that are open the more bass
you will get, but it becomes less controlled.
2.5 Amplier
Most of the Dynavoice speakers have a high sensitivity (db), which means that you
can play louder with a small amplier. Still, the better amplier you have – the better
sound you will get. The specied value “Max Power” on a speaker is an inexact value
since the energy of the music signal varies; neither peak nor average value is rele-
vant. Max Power of 200W means that the speaker can withstand up to 200W. It does
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not mean that you can play with 200W continuously and expect clear sound and that
the speaker can withstand the load. The greatest danger to a loudspeaker is distor-
ted signal. The amplier provides a distorted signal when it is not able to play louder
without distortion; it is thus easier to damage the speakers with a weak amplier than
with a powerful amplier.
Caution!
If you hear distortion (it sounds bad) when you raise the volume, it is usually an
indication that the amplier cannot handle the required power output. You should
immediately lower the volume. To use the mode “loudness”, or increase the bass or
treble gives a greater risk of distortion. Therefore, you need to be careful when using
these adjustments.
Dynavoice Subwoofers
1. Unpacking and maintenance
We recommend you to unpack your subwoofer with care. After unpacking your pur-
chased Dynavoice product, we suggest you retain all packaging material for possible
future transports.
1.1 Break-in
The subwoofer is brand new and has never been used (except for control testing in
the factory). As with all high-quality loudspeaker systems, the musical performance
of your Dynavoice subwoofer will improve over an initial break-in period. The sub-
woofer needs to be used for a period of about 10-15 hours as an initial break-in
period. This softens the suspension and the subwoofer gets a deeper, rmer and
more dened bass. Attention! Do not play on high volume during the break-in
period.
2. Room positioning
Our subwoofers are designed to t anywhere in your listening room. We recommend
placing the subwoofer between your front speakers. Subwoofer with bass reex ports
located on the back of the subwoofer should have at least the same distance to the
wall as the diameter of the bass reex tube. If you place the subwoofer in a corner,
you can usually obtain more bass.
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3. Connecting the Subwoofer
There are several ways to connect the subwoofer to the amplier, here are three
options. The level of the bass is controlled by the volume control on the subwoofer.
Thereafter the volume can be regulated on the amplier as usual.
3.1 Option 1 (Thunder, Challenger, Magic and Charisma series)
If your amplier has a subwoofer output, connect the subwoofer to this with a shiel-
ded RCA cable. If you have an LFE input use it, otherwise, choose Mono or Line IN R.
To increase the bass more, you can connect a Y cable that share the RCA cable to
the two connectors that you connect to Line IN R and Line IN L. Remember to turn
the subwoofer output on your amplier.
3.2 Option 2 (Thunder, Challenger, Magic and Charisma series)
If the amplier has separate preamp outputs on the left and right channels, connect
these to the subwoofer Line IN R and Line IN L. Use a shielded dual RCA.
3.3 Option 3 (Challenger and Magic series)
If your amplier does not have subwoofer output, you can connect your subwoofer
with a conventional speaker cable through the Hi-Level-IN. The subwoofer is then
parallel connected with the front speakers to the amplier speaker outputs. On the
subwoofer connect the left and right cable Left Hi Level IN and Right Hi Level IN.
Attention! Make sure to connect + to + and – to –.
4. Settings on your subwoofer
You can change all knobs and switches while the amplier is on.
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4.1 Volume level (Thunder, Challenger, Magic and Charisma series)
With the Volume knob you can change the bass level on the subwoofer to the
correct level in relation to your speakers. Once you set this volume you just use the
volume level on your amplier. Begin by setting the Volume knob in the middle, and
then adjust the level more precisely to what you nd sounds best.
4.2 Crossover Frequency (Thunder, Challenger, Magic and Charisma series)
This knob sets how high in frequency you want the subwoofer to play. Begin by
setting the knob for Crossover Frequency in the middle, and then adjust it more
precisely to what you nd sounds best.
4.3 Phase (Challenger and Magic series)
The switch that is called “Phase” is used for shifting the phase of the bass sound.
With the switch, you can set the phase to 0 degrees or 180 degrees. 0 degrees is
normally used when a subwoofer plays in the same direction as the front speakers
and 180 degrees is normally used when the subwoofer is placed behind you/ the
listening position.
4.4 Phase Variable (Thunder and Charisma series)
With the knob called “Phase Variable” you can set the phase of the bass more preci-
sely between 0-180 degrees. 0 degrees is normally used when a subwoofer plays in
the same direction as the front speakers and 180 degrees is normally used when the
subwoofer is placed behind you/ the listening position.
4.5 ON-AUTO-OFF (Thunder, Challenger and Charisma series)
This is the power-switch for the subwoofer. When set to AUTO, the subwoofer will
power on automatically when it receives a signal from the amplier and shut off
when it hasn’t received a signal for a certain time.
4.6 Main Power (Thunder, Challenger, Magic and Charisma series)
This is the master switch for the subwoofer. Use this if the subwoofer will not be
used for a long while.
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HiFi set-up
The performance of the speakers varies depending on how they are set up in the
room. The ideal positioning of the speakers is 3-4 meters apart and about 0,5-1 meter
away from the rear and side wall. Avoid distances from walls that are 1/2, 1/4, 1/6, etc.
size of the room. Instead use distances that are 1/3, 1/5, 1/7, etc. size of the room to
reduce the effects of room resonance. For example, if the room is 4 meters in width,
avoid placing the speakers 1 meter, 2/3 meters and 0.5 meters from the wall, but
rather choose 0,6 meters instead. The best audio experience is at a listening position
in the middle between the speakers and at least at the same distance from the
speakers as it is between them. Avoid placing the speaker too far into the corners
that will lead to the coloration of sound, and an increase in the lower frequencies.
Sound image and stereo perception is increased if the speakers are turned slightly
towards the listening position. Try this out and listen until you get the best sound. If
there are furniture or other things between the listening position and the speakers, it
can affect and interfere with the sound.
Try out different positions before deciding on a nal arrangement. After all, it is you
and no one else, who decides what sounds best.
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Home Cinema set-up
1. Placing speakers for Home Cinema
There are several ways to set up your speakers for home cinema so you get a good
sound, below you nd our recommendations for 5.0, 5.1 and 7.1 sound systems. So-
metimes you have to abandon the optimal setup for it to work furnishing wise, which
is alright to do and sometimes a necessity.
1.1 Setting up a 5.0 system and a 5.1 system
Front Speakers (R & L):
Position the front speakers so that the tweeters are at ear level when sitting in your
couch/listening position, and so that they provide a 22-30 degree angle toward the
listening position.
Centre speaker:
Place the centre either above or below your TV/Projector screen. Then align it so it
plays towards the listening position.
Rear Speakers (Back R & Back L):
Place the rear speakers approximately 50cm above ear level when sitting in your
couch/listening position, and between 90-110 degrees towards listening position.
Subwoofer (Sub) (for 5.1 systems):
It is not so critical where you place the subwoofer, it can be placed anywhere in the
room, but the optimal position is to place it in between the front speakers.
Hint!
It can be a little tricky to get a good
bass in some rooms. Sometimes the
bass lands all over the room except
where you want it to be. One trick
can then be to place the subwoofer
in the listening position, then walk
around the room and listen to
where it is the most bass. Where
it is the most bass is where you
should place your subwoofer.
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1.2 Setting up a 7.1 system
Front Speakers (R & L):
Position the front speakers so that the tweeters are at ear level when sitting in your
couch/listening position, and that they provide a 22-30 degree angle toward the
listening position.
Centre speaker:
Place the centre either above or below your TV/Projector screen. Then align it so it
plays towards the listening position.
Rear Speakers (Back R & Back L):
Place the rear speakers approximately 50cm above ear level when sitting in your
couch/listening position, and between 90-110 degrees towards listening position.
Subwoofer (Sub):
It is not so critical where you place the subwoofer, it can be placed anywhere in the
room, but the optimal position is to place it in between the front speakers.
Rear Speakers (Surr R & Surr L):
Place the rear speakers at the same height as the rear speakers in front and so they
provide a 135-150 degree angle towards the listening position.
Hint!
It can be a little tricky to get a good
bass in some rooms. Sometimes the
bass lands all over the room except
where you want it to be. One trick
can then be to place the subwoofer
in the listening position, then walk
around the room and listen to
where it is the most bass. Where
it is the most bass is where you
should place your subwoofer.
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Maintenance & warranty
1. Unpacking
We recommend you to unpack your speakers with care. After unpacking your pur-
chased Dynavoice product, we suggest you retain all packaging material for possible
future transports.
2. Break-in
The speakers are brand new and have never been used (except for control testing
in the factory). Since the speakers are brand new they need to be used for a period
of time as an initial break-in period. This will improve the products longevity and
musical performance.
For speakers the break-in period should be at least 50 hours. This softens the spea-
ker and gives you a better sound from your speakers. Attention! Do not play on high
volume during the break-in period.
For subwoofers the break-in period should be about 10-15 hours. This softens the
base suspension and the subwoofer gets a deeper, rmer and more dened base.
Attention! Do not play on high volume during the break-in period.
3. Cleaning
Treat the speakers/subwoofer in the same way as you treat a piece of furniture. Use
a soft cloth with warm soapy water to clean the speakers/subwoofer. Attention!
Avoid touching the cone of the bass, midrange, or treble, as this can leave marks
or destroy elements and thus affect the products performance.
4. Warranty
Warranty for the products is obtained by your dealer. Contact your dealer if you have
questions or problems.
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