REVELL Performa C50 User manual

Revel®Performa™C50 Loudspeaker

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...............................................3
ABOUT THE MANUAL AND WARRANTY.................................3
DESCRIPTION .................................................4
WOOFERS ........................................................................4
MIDRANGE .......................................................................4
TWEETER .........................................................................5
CROSSOVER NETWORK .....................................................5
CABINET...........................................................................5
UNPACKING....................................................6
INSTALLING STANDS (OPTIONAL) .....................8
INSTALLING SPIKES.......................................10
RELOCATING THE CENTER FOOT ....................11
PLACEMENT .................................................12
CONNECTIONS..............................................14
SYSTEM OPTIMIZATION ..................................15
CABINET CARE..............................................17
LOUDSPEAKERS AND POWER........................17
OBTAINING SERVICE......................................18
SPECIFICATIONS............................................19
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Figure 1. The REVEL
PERFORMA C50
center-channel loudspeaker.
INTRODUCTION
The REVEL®PERFORMA™ C50 center-channel loudspeaker
draws upon the same research, resources, and unique perspective
made famous by Revel’s ULTIMA™ Series, resulting in standard-
setting low coloration and freedom from distortion over an extra-
ordinarily wide dynamic range.
The REVEL PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker provides this excep-
tional performance in a wide range of applications (through the
use of placement compensation circuits) and uniformly throughout
a wide listening area. Individually hand-tuned crossovers assure
that this loudspeaker will produce the same extraordinary sound
quality as the original reference standard, and an ideal timbre
match to Revel left and right front loudspeakers. Its superior per-
formance, validated by our objective listening tests, will greatly
enhance the enjoyment of music or film sound in your home.
ABOUT THE MANUAL AND WARRANTY
To begin enjoying your new loudspeaker, first read and then perform
the instructions in this owner’s manual. Maximum performance
depends on following all instructions described here, as well as those
found in the owner’s manuals of associated components in your
audio system. Save these instructions for future reference.
The REVEL PERFORMA C50 center-channel loudspeaker is cov-
ered by a limited 5-year warranty, so save the bill of sale to protect
your purchase and aid in any service-related questions.
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Figure 2.The REVEL PER-
FORMA C50 transducer and
connection locations.
DESCRIPTION
The REVEL PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker uses two 6.5-inch (165
mm) ceramic-composite woofers, a 4-inch (102 mm) ceramic-com-
posite midrange, and a 1-inch (25 mm) aluminum-dome tweeter.
Combined with an individually-optimized crossover network, this
transducer arrangement provides a uniform “listening window” or
area in which the sound varies little.The dual high power-handling
woofers and high-order crossover networks assure an extraordinary
dynamic range capability with very low dynamic compression. Full
magnetic shielding allows use near a video monitor.
WOOFERS
The two 6.5-inch (165 mm) woofers feature:
• 1.2-inch (30.5 mm) diameter voice coils wound on glass-rein-
forced Kapton®bobbins for outstanding dynamic capability and
freedom from compression.
• Ceramic-composite cones feature an optimum combination
of stiffness and low mass for low coloration and distortion, and
fully-pistonic operation throughout their entire operating range.
• Massive motor system and specially vented spiders for
high-power handling and low dynamic compression.
• Die-cast basket to eliminate coloration from resonances.
MIDRANGE
The 4-inch (102 mm) midrange features:
• 1-inch (25 mm) diameter voice coil on a glass-reinforced
Kapton®former for extraordinary power handling and freedom
from distortion.
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OnTopof
Monitor
Flush
Mounted
Stand
Mounted
0+.5
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+1
-1
Placement
Compensation
(SeeOwner's Manual)
HighFrequency
Level(dB)
Revel
Northridge,California
Madein U.S.A.
SerialNo.
REVEL PERFORMA
C50 Front (without grille)
REVEL PERFORMA
C50 Rear
Woofer
Tweeter
Woofer High-Frequency
Level Control
Placement
Compensation
Control
Midrange
Connector Connector

• Ceramic-composite cones feature an optimum combination
of stiffness and low mass for low coloration and distortion, and
fully-pistonic operation throughout their entire operating range.
• Specially-shaped, synthetic and natural butyl-rubber composite
surround contributes to low coloration and distortion.
• Die-cast basket to eliminate coloration from resonances.
TWEETER
The 1-inch (25 mm) tweeter features:
• An aluminum-alloy dome for fully-pistonic operation.
• Ferrofluid magnetic cooling for high power handling and low
dynamic compression.
• Large co-polymer surround for linear operation over a wide
dynamic range.
CROSSOVER NETWORK
The REVEL PERFORMA C50 crossover is expertly designed to
seamlessly integrate the transducers over a wide listening area, and
to compensate for a wide range of listening environments. The
crossover features:
• A 3-way, high-order crossover at 260 Hz and 2.1 kHz for high
power handling, optimized dispersion, and freedom from dis-
tortion and dynamic compression.
• Individual calibration to match each REVEL PERFORMA
C50 to the original reference standard.
• 3-position placement compensation switch for low coloration
under a wide range of conditions.
• Calibrated, five-position, high-frequency level control for
accurate, repeatable settings.
• Separate woofer, midrange, and tweeter crossover boards to
eliminate any distortion-causing interaction.
CABINET
The cabinet is constructed of 0.75-inch (19 mm) thick MDF
walls with extensive internal bracing for unshakable performance.
Three cast aluminum feet adorn the cabinet for superior coupling
to any surface.
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Figure 3. A REVEL
PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker
with its inner packing materials.
UNPACKING
To avoid injury, please use care during unpacking. Always
stand as straight as possible and use your leg muscles to lift the
REVEL PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker. Do not lift it while
bending from the waist.
To unpack the REVEL PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker, perform
the following steps:
1. Place the REVEL PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker onto its side.
2. Open the bottom flaps. Stand the carton in the up position.
3. Lift the carton off the loudspeaker and set it aside, being careful
not to damage the contents (see Figure 3).
4. If desired, remove the spike foot kit and flat foot. Set them
aside for later installation (see Installing Stands on page 8 or
Installing Spikes on page 10). Otherwise, keep the spike kit and
flat foot in their respective cavities for future use.
5. Remove the left and right pads and the protective bag. Use
caution to avoid scraping the finish.
6. If desired, open the filler and install the enclosed grille by
pressing the frame into provided openings. Otherwise, keep the
filler (and grille) intact and store it for future use.
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Warranty Card and
Owner’s Manual
Spike Foot Kit
(in cavity of
Left Pad)
Left Pad
Right Pad
Protective
Bag
Flat Foot
(in cavity of Right Pad)
Filler and
(enclosed) Grille
WARNING

After unpacking the unit, carefully inspect it for possible damage
due to shipping. If you discover any damage, immediately contact
your Revel dealer for further assistance. When moving a REVEL
PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker (e.g., when experimenting with
placement), avoid touching the transducers.
Keep all packing materials for future shipping. In the unlikely
event a product will need repair, Revel will only accept a unit in its
original shipping carton. Using any other packing materials may
result in damage to the product and is not covered by the warranty.
See Obtaining Service on page 18 for additional details.
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Figure 4. Installing bars onto
the ‘T’ base for the REVEL
PERFORMA PEDESTAL 2.
Figure 5. Installing the top plate.
INSTALLING STANDS (OPTIONAL)
1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the Revel Performa C50
loudspeaker feet and screws (for later attachment to the stand
base). Locate the spike foot kit (containing the spikes, lock nuts,
covers, screws, and a wrench) in the loudspeaker’s left pad and
flat foot in the right pad. Set all parts aside.
2. Start the stand assembly by fastening three upright bars to the
bottom ‘T’ base with three enclosed 1⁄4 -20 x 1" flat head
screws. Note the position of the angled ends on the short and
long upright bars, as shown in Figure 4 (right side view).
3. Place the stand in its upright position. Install the top plate with
three enclosed 1⁄4 -20 x 1" flat head screws, as shown in Figure 5.
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‘T’Base
RIGHT SIDE VIEW
Short
Bar
Long
Bar
Short
Bar
(3) 1⁄4-20 x 1"
Flat Head Screws
(Start All Screws
Before Tightening)
Top Plate
(3) 1⁄4-20 x 1"
Flat Head Screws
(Start All Screws
Before Tightening)

Figure 6. Installing feet
and spikes.
NOTE: Install the supplied
flat foot (see Figure 3 on page 6)
on the rear (center) position
of the ‘T’ base.
Figure 7. Installing the
assembled REVEL
PERFORMA PEDESTAL 2
onto the REVEL PERFORMA
C50 loudspeaker.
4. Place the stand (as shown below) and install the feet onto the
bottom of the ‘T’ base. Thread spikes about halfway into each
foot and use the wrench to tighten each one with a locking nut,
as shown in Figure 6.
5. Place your Revel Performa C50 loudspeaker as shown onto a
carpeted surface or soft towel. Attach the assembled stand with
four 8-32 x 3⁄4" flat head screws, as shown in Figure 7. Turn the
unit upright. Make final placement and spike adjustments.
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7⁄8" max.
Lock Nut
HARD FLOORS
round end
Cover
(optional)
Foot
Spike
Lock Nut
CARPETED FLOORS
spike end
Foot
1 1⁄8" max. Spike
(3) Feet
(6) Screws
(for Feet)
(3) Spikes
(3) Covers
(optional)
(3) Nuts
Revel
Performa
C50
Revel Performa
Pedestal 2
(Assembled)
(4) 8-32 x 3 ⁄4"
Flat Head Screws
(Start All Screws
Before Tightening)

Figure 8. Installing a
set of spikes on a
REVEL PERFORMA C50
loudspeaker.
INSTALLING SPIKES
If desired, you can add spikes to the REVEL PERFORMA C50
loudspeaker as follows:
1. Remove the spike feet, lock nuts, and wrench from the plastic bag.
2. Lay the REVEL PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker on its top on a
carpeted area or soft towel. Use caution to avoid touching the
transducers and grille. Remove the black screws that serve as
glides on the three feet and store them for future use. Start a set
of spikes, as shown in Figure 8. Be sure to thread each spike the
same amount to achieve a level placement.
NOTE: If you want to place the loudspeaker on a hardwood or tile
floor, or on a large-screen television set, use the round ends with
optional supplied covers. Further adjustment of each spike may be
necessary due to uneven floors.
3. (Optional) To tilt the REVEL PERFORMA C50 loudspeaker
down (or up) so that it is on-axis with the listener(s), perform
the following:
• For a downward tilt, adjust the two front spikes for decreased
extension and the rear center spike for increased extension to
achieve the amount of tilt you desire.
• For a upward tilt, adjust the two front spikes for increased
extension and the rear center spike for decreased extension to
achieve the amount of tilt you desire.
4. Using the supplied wrench, tighten a lock nut onto each spike.
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7⁄8" max.
Lock Nut
HARD FLOOR OR TV
round end
or Dome
Cover
Slip
Cover
Foot
Spike
Lock Nut
CARPETED FLOOR
spike end
Foot
1 1⁄8" max. Spike
Carpeted Area or Soft Towel
REVEL PERFORMA C50
(on its top)