Proficient GL6 User manual

PROFICIENT
GL6
Dual 6½" LCR Speaker
Owner’s Manual
Signature Series

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the GL6 Dual 6½inch 2-way LCR Bookshelf Speaker from Procient. The system is
designed to be used in 2, 2.1, LCR, 5.1 or 7.1 home theater systems using the Procient Signature Series GS10, 10 inch powered
subwoofer, available separately, or other optional subwoofer. The sound from the dual injection molded graphite woofers and silk
dome tweeter is powerful and they work together extremely well to provide a natural, seamless sounding speaker system.
The GL6 uses two woofers wired in parallel in a W-T-W arrangement; they combine to provide a focused vertical output and wide
horizontal dispersion pattern. The result is not only higher output but much lower distortion compared to a single woofer system.
In this conguration, each woofer gets less than one half the total input power and together they provide four times the acoustic
output level compared to one woofer driven by the same power, and the results are obvious.
To achieve natural sound quality in the mid-range frequencies, Procient engineers created a special formulation of graphite,
Polypropylene and carbon ber materials and combined them using an injection molded process. This combination of properties
not only provides good midrange sound quality but also provides the cone stiness required to produce good solid deep low-fre-
quency bass. Achieving this character is especially important for a two-way system without a dedicated midrange.
The 1 inch voice coil diameter silk dome tweeter provides excellent o-axis response by nature of its dome shape, complimenting
the dispersion of the woofers. The material properties of the IMG woofer cone and silk dome tweeter work together to provide a
seamless sound quality so mid and high frequencies audibly appear to emanate from the middle of the bae and not individually
from the woofer or tweeter.
Second order crossover topology is used to provide optimum summing at the crossover frequency and protection to the high-fre-
quency driver components. Signature Series systems use high quality metallized foil capacitors and air-core inductors for the more
sensitive high-frequency circuits. Iron-core inductors and electrolytic capacitors are used in the low-and mid-frequency circuits. All
components are low series resistance grade components which have excellent power handling capabilities.
A high-gloss black Polymer coating helps to acoustically seal and dampen the enclosure. 18mm MDF is used for the bae and
15mm MDF material is used throughout the rest of the enclosure to further minimize vibrations.
The GL6 uses a bass-reex design with dual ared-end port tubes that tune the enclosure, and maximize bass performance at roll-
o. An easy to remove treated wood frame cloth grille completes the aesthetics of the GL6 system.
To be sure that you optimize the performance of your GL6 Speakers, please read this manual carefully and follow all instructions
for installation and setup of your Procient Signature GL6 Speakers.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
Determine The Ideal Listening Zone
The area where the user will most likely be sitting when listen-
ing to the speakers is the Ideal Listening Zone. When positioning
the GL6, the distance between the left and right speakers should
as closely equal the distance from one speaker to the listener as
possible. Diagram 1 (A=B=C)
Stereo Music
If using two GL6 speakers for stereo listening, place the speakers
on an entertainment center, an appropriate piece of furniture or
speaker stands so the tweeters are at about the same height as
the listeners ears when in a seated position.
Though the GL6 can be positioned horizontally (on their sides) or
vertically (on their ends), for stereo listening, vertical placement
will produce the best results for music. Also note that though
the GL6 are designed to perform on their own, the Procient Sig-
nature Series GS10 Subwoofer can add even greater enjoyment
from smooth, balanced bass extension. Visit: procientaudio.com
and navigate to Home Theater for additional information.
Stereo Audio With Video
Basically the same considerations for speaker placement as
Stereo Music, above. In this application, with the speakers are
oriented vertically (on their ends) locating the tweeter as close
to the center of the video display, with the speakers at equal
distances to the left and right of the video display will create an
eect where the sound emanates from the picture. Diagram 2.
Diagram 1 Speaker Location
Front
Left
Front
Right
Video Display
Center
Subwoofer
Surround
Left
Surround
Right
Ideal
Listening
Zone
Optional
Surround
Right
Optional
Surround
Left
30° 30°
30° 30°
20° 20°
A
B C
A=B=C

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Center Channel
When used for center channel, the GL6 should be placed di-
rectly above or below the video display as shown in Diagram
2. The GL6 can be located below the video display as shown or
above the video display, if system components are installed in
a wall unit or if there is a shelf directly above the video display.
In either case, be sure the shelf is secure and can support the
weight of the speaker.
5.1 and 7.1 Surround Sound
GL6 speakers are also ideal for use in surround sound systems.
They will provide excellent detail and dynamics in these types
of systems. Speakers should be located as shown in Diagram 1
at equal distance from the Ideal Listening Zone. For placement,
try to keep the tweeters for all speakers as close to the same
level as possible, preferably the same height as the listener’s
ears in a seated position, which should also be about the same
height as the middle of the video display. (Diagram 2) If con-
necting the GL6 speakers in a 7.1 or more channel surround
system, please refer to the speaker placement instructions in
the surround processor’s manual. Diagram 2 Speaker Placement
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
1. Use 16AWG (min) 2-conductor stranded speaker wire for speaker connection.
2. Strip approximately 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch o the ends and twist the strands together so there are no loose ends that can cause
shorts.
3. Loosen the GL6 Speaker Terminals as shown in Diagram 3 so there is enough room between the post and the collar to feed
the stripped wire through without damaging the strands.
4. Tighten the post to secure the wire.
5. Repeat for all Speakers, + and -.
6. Conrm connection and polarity.
7. Connect the speaker wires to the appropriate + and - terminals on the receiver/amplier.
8. Conrm connection, polarity and position. Be sure all + and - are correct and that left, right, center and surround speakers are
connected to the proper terminals and positioned correctly. Improper positioning of multi-channel speakers will adversely
aect system performance. Diagram 4
NOTE: Subwoofer connections are not shown in Diagram 4; Diagram 4 is for general reference, please refer to the amplier
and subwoofer manuals for specic instructions.
Tweeter Height = Center Of Video Display
Center Channel Speaker Directly Above/Below Video Display
Diagram 3 Speaker Wire Connections
Front
Left
Front
Right
Center
Surround
Left
Surround
Right
CENTER
16AWG Stranded (minimum)
Speaker Wire
16AWG Stranded
(minimum)
Speaker Wire
White Stripe
To Positive White
Stripe
To Positive
White Stripe
To Positive
White Stripe
To Positive
White Stripe
To Positive
Diagram 4 Speaker Connections and Positions

PROFICIENT
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chaser only (“you”) that this product will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of ten years (the “Warranty Period”), subject to the
limitations and exclusions set out in this Limited Warranty. This warranty is not
transferable to subsequent owners of the product. If you discover a defect in
material or workmanship within the Warranty Period, you can obtain warranty
service by contacting Procient during the Warranty Period at 877.888.9004
or techsupport@procientaudio.com or by sending the product to Procient
at 940 Columbia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507 or to the dealer from whom you
purchased the product. Defective products must be shipped, prepaid and
insured, together with proof of purchase. Warranty service requests made
without proof of date of purchase will be denied. Freight collect shipments
will be refused. It is preferable to ship this product in the original shipping
container to lessen the chance of transit damage. In any case, the risk of loss or
damage in transit is to be borne by the purchaser.
If, upon examination by Procient or its authorized dealer, it is determined that
the unit is in fact defective, Procient will, at its option:
• Repair or replace the product at no additional charge; or
• If the model is no longer available and can not be repaired eectively, replace
the unit with a current model of equal or greater value. In some cases where
a new model is substituted, a modication to the mounting surface may be
required. If mounting surface modication is required, Procient assumes no
responsibility or liability for such modication.
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accident, disaster, misuse, abuse, negligence, inadequate packing or shipping
procedures, commercial use, voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum
of the unit, or service, repair or modication of the product by unauthorized
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• the Serial Number on the product has been removed, tampered with or defaced.
• the product was not purchased from an authorized dealer.
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LIMITED TEN-YEAR WARRANTY
For technical inquires, please call 877.888.9004 or e-mail us at techsupport@procientaudio.com. We are available to assist you
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SPEAKER SPECIFICATIONS
Speaker Type: ..........................................................................................................................................................................2-Way Dual 6½" LCR Bookshelf
Applications: ................................................................................................................................................................. 2, 2.1, LCR, 5.1, 7.1 Channel Systems
Dispersion: ..........................................................................................................................................................................Focused Vertical; Wide Horizontal
Woofers: ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 6½" Carbon Graphite Cones
Tweeter: .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................1" Silk Dome
Crossover:.....................................................................................2nd Order, FR PCB, MET and NPE Capacitors, Iron Core and Air-core inductors
Terminals: .....................................................................................................................................................Gold Plated 5-Way Binding Post; 10AWG max
Enclosure:............................................................................................................... Bass-Reex; Dual-Port Flared Ports; Insulated; 18mm MDF Bae
Enclosure Finish: .............................................................................................................................................................................. Black High-Gloss Polymer
Grille:.............................................................................................................................................................. Black Cloth; Wood Frame with Neo-Magnets
Impedance: .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Sensitivity: .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 89dB 1W/1m
Frequency Response (2pi): ................................................................................................................................................................................... 46Hz - 20kHz
Power Handling (maximum): .....................................................................................................................................................................................125 Watts
Dimensions (H x W x D): .....................................................................................................................................................................................24" x 8" x 10½"
PROTECTING THE HIGH-GLOSS CABINET FINISH
The nish on the GL6 is a durable high-gloss Polymer coating, that while durable, should be carefully maintained. Do not place
any hard object directly on the cabinet without rst putting down a soft cloth or other nonabrasive pad. Do not place any liquid
containers including drinks, ower vases or plants directly on the cabinet to avoid water marks.
To clean the cabinet, use a feather duster to remove dust. Dust can be abrasive and wiping dust with a rag can cause scratches. If
additional cleaning is required, use a soft damp cotton cloth to clean the cabinet surface. Do not leave any residual moisture on
the cabinet surface.
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